A spotlight on Wire EDM at CBE+.

A spotlight on Wire EDM at CBE+. Wire EDM is a relatively new offering at CBE+. In the summer of 2021, the business acquired new machinery and skilled team members from aerospace industry leaders Aerodyn. The investment comprises three key machines – a Mitsubishi MV2400S and two Mitsubishi FX20. Our Marketing team got the chance […]
Electroless Nickel Plating – A sit down with our experts

Electroless nickel Plating – A sit down with our experts Lee Marriot, Production Manager for ENP (left) and Steve Whitehead, Technical Manager & Specialist in ENP (right) Electroless Nickel Plating (ENP) is one of the specialist sub-contract services we offer at CBE+. Not many businesses in the UK offer the treatment, CBE+ has some of […]
A spotlight on IT in manufacturing

A SPOTLIGHT ON IT IN MANUFACTURING There is no escaping it, our world is becoming more digital by the day. Both at home and in the office, new technologies are constantly being introduced, replacing traditional processes and communication channels. The advances of the 21st century have been revolutionary, but as it grows, so does the risk […]
Leaner & Greener

LEANER & GREENER As part of National Green Careers Week, we are taking the opportunity to shine a light on sustainability at CBE+. With a UK net zero target date of 2050, businesses are having to quickly adapt their ways to align with this crucial political agenda. This can be difficult, particularly for the Manufacturing […]
Electroless Nickel Plating & Diffused Nickel Plating: What’s the difference?

ELECTROLESS NICKEL PLATING & DIFFUSED NICKEL PLATING: WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE? What’s the difference between Electroless Nickel Plating and Diffused Nickel plating? Electroless Nickel Plating Technical Manager, Steve Whitehead, takes a look at the main differences between the two coatings and gives advice when each should be used. “Firstly, it is important to understand the differences […]
Electroless Nickel Plating: Solutions for the most challenging environments

ELECTROLESS NICKEL PLATING: SOLUTIONS FOR THE MOST CHALLENGING ENVIRONMENTS Electroless Nickel Plating Technical Manager Steve Whitehead, looks at some of the industries where Electroless Nickel Plating is helping to create durable, high-performance coatings. When and where to use Electroless Nickel Plating are questions we are often asked by customers. Electroless Nickel Plating is most widely […]
The Definitive guide to Electroless Nickel Plating

ELECTROLESS NICKEL PLATING, WHAT IT IS AND HOW IT CAN BENEFIT YOUR COMPONENTS Electroless Nickel Plating Technical Manager, Steve Whitehead, gives you the low down on everything you need to know about Electroless Nickel Plating. Electroless Nickel Plating (or ENP as it is known) is, in a nutshell, an excellent way of enhancing the […]