Martins Golubevs now working at ‘Isembard’ Martins joined the association as a student member and joined the council along with colleagues from Kirkstall Precision Engineering. An opportunity came along and Martins moved to Isembard. Here is his report:- . “As some of you may know I have migrated to the South of England for a job opportunity and I have … Continue reading “Martins Golubevs – News of his new employment…..”
MACH 2026 The NEC 20th to 24th April The UK’s national exhibition for engineering and manufacturing. MACH 2026 brings together a diverse range of sectors that shape the future of engineering and manufacturing. Visitors can explore cutting-edge solutions for aerospace, defence and space, rail and transport, and marine engineering, alongside advancements in electronics, medical technology and automotive and autosport. The event … Continue reading “‘MACH 2026’ – The NEC Machinery Exhibition…..”
2026 Anniversary Dinner Report with Photographs Our roving reporter John Aldersley presents here his comprehensive report on the recent dinner along with photographs he took during the evening…. “My wife Jill and I sat with Graham Roper, our president with Lorraine, Graham’s partner along with Sam Wilkinson, our vice president who invited colleague Adam from WDS Components. We then … Continue reading “Report on the 2026 Anniversary Dinner…..”
Leeds in the 1920s… Looking Back…. John Aldersley came across an interesting illustrated article from the Yorkshire Evening Post taking you onto the factory floor in the 1920s. Click to view the article:- 1920s Factory Photograph and article: © Yorkshire Evening Post. Photographs in the article are courtesy of ‘Leodis’ the online Leeds archive of photographs. Many … Continue reading “Leeds in the 1920s… Looking Back….”
Latest News about Graham Sykes’ Steam Rocket Bike… Graham’s Steam Rocket Bike ‘Force of Nature’ was featured recently in ‘Motor Cycle News’….. High Speed Steam ! Online too… Here is a Facebook clip with Graham pulling 192.94 m.p.h in 5.503 seconds over the standing start quarter mile….. High Speed Run (Click on the image when the Facebook … Continue reading “Another update on the Steam Rocket Bike…..”
“Resourceful Engineers Making Anything Possible” We are invited to a lecture by Keighley Association of Engineers on Wednesday 22nd April at 7.30 pm by William Jowett. REMAP Airedale is a branch of REMAP, a national charity that provides custom-made equipment and adaptations for people with a disability. Our branch of dedicated volunteers helps those with disabilities to overcome everyday … Continue reading “KAE Lecture 22nd April in Keighley…..”
Full Details of the 2026 Golf Tournament Attention Golfers ! Hon. Golf Secretary Steve Stacey has issued the Golf Notice for the tournament to be held on Thursday 2nd July 2026 at Leeds Golf Club (Cobble Hall)… Please contact Steve as soon as possible to book your places in the tournament. See the event page from the menu on the … Continue reading “Full Details of the 2026 Golf Tournament…..”
Report on the talk by Harry Soutar – Thursday 26th March 2026 Our roving reporter John Aldersley has provided a report on the March lecture given by our council member and young engineer… Lecture: ‘Project ORION The Mars Rover’ John forwarded the following:- “Here is my report on the talk that Harry gave on Thursday 26th March 2026 at the Morley … Continue reading “Report on the talk by Harry Soutar…..”
The Britan Lathe Our young engineer Cameron Pinder came across a photograph (the colour photograph below) of an unusual machine tool – ‘The Britan Lathe’ and sent it to John Aldersley who thought it would be of interest to members. John said he had never seen one before. Well, I can tell you that I used to operate one during … Continue reading “The Britan Lathe………”
