Bruderer UK set to unveil UK ‘technology’ first at MACH 2026

A global specialist in high-speed precision presses is marking nearly 50 years of exhibiting at MACH by unveiling a UK first. Bruderer UK, which operates from its state-of-the-art competence centre in Telford, will showcase the new BSTA 280-88-B3 machine when the country’s biggest industrial show opens its doors at the NEC in Birmingham on 20-24 April.

Equipped with the new BSV 170 servo feeder, Bruderer says the press marks a major technological leap forward with the introduction of the new B3 control system delivering market-leading control and precision. Benefits include the ability to adjust shut height at micron increments on the fly, advanced tool and press protection and the opportunity to control up to six axis at once, supporting lamination control with exceptional speed and precision.

“MACH is the highlight of the UK manufacturing calendar and we’ve been showcasing our presses here for nearly fifty years,” states Adrian Haller, Managing Director of Bruderer UK. “We wanted to celebrate this huge milestone with a real industrial statement, and we believe we’ll do this when we run a live manufacturing line with the BSTA 280-88-B3 at its heart. This will be the first time this tech has been run in the UK. The full integration of press, feeder, and tooling within a single manufacturing control environment is a game-changer for manufacturers in this country.”

He continues: “Our new BSV 170 servo feeder is the perfect example, combining all the strengths of our highly regarded mechanical feeders with modern servo technology. All key parameters – material thickness, pitch control, roll pressure and more – are managed directly through the B3 control, enabling complete process control, exceptionally fast tool changes and adjustments made with little more than a press of a button. Together, it will ensure every stamped part meets the most demanding accuracy standards set by customers in automotive, aerospace, electronics, medical, renewables and, increasingly defence. Interest in this line has already started and we’re in discussions with several engineering firms about a possible purchase.”

The company’s sales experts, all boasting considerable engineering experience, will be on Stand 6-479 at MACH 2026. They will bring unrivalled knowledge on automation and lights-out manufacturing, greater integration between press, tooling, feeding and inspection and how they can support customers with faster changeovers, higher accuracy and improved productivity.

Adrian adds: “We’re hugely passionate about giving UK manufacturers the high-speed presses and ancillary equipment required to be competitive, but our support doesn’t stop there. It’s more of a partnership approach and we’re increasingly helping our clients with initial prototyping, tooling and ongoing component development support. This is helping them secure widespread efficiency gains and, importantly, win new business both at home and abroad.”