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Mills CNC launches SYNERGi T Series compact automation cells for high-mix productionMills CNC launches SYNERGi T Series compact automation cells for high-mix production

Mills CNC's new SYNERGi T Series packs a 6-axis robot and vertical-lift storage into a single-cell automation package sized for UK subcontract shops running hig...

Mills CNC publishes Summer 2025 Insight customer magazineMills CNC publishes Summer 2025 Insight customer magazine

The Summer 2026 edition of Mills CNC's Insight customer magazine is now available, featuring a record H1 sales performance, a retrospective on the 41-order MACH...

Darren Clarke takes helm at Mills CNC Training Academy after Karen Earley's retirementDarren Clarke takes helm at Mills CNC Training Academy after Karen Earley's retirement

Darren Clarke has been promoted to Training Manager at Mills CNC's CNC Training Academy, succeeding Karen Earley who retired in April 2026. Clarke joined the Ac...

17D Engineering boosts rail part production with new DN Solutions Lynx 2600M lathe17D Engineering boosts rail part production with new DN Solutions Lynx 2600M lathe

A 35% jump in 2025 turnover has pushed 17D Ltd's rail-industry subcontracting shop to add a third DN Solutions machine from Mills CNC — a Lynx 2600M with driven...

17D Engineering boosts rail turning capacity 35% with new DN Solutions Lynx 2600M17D Engineering boosts rail turning capacity 35% with new DN Solutions Lynx 2600M

Matlock-based rail subcontractor 17D Ltd. has installed a DN Solutions Lynx 2600M lathe from Mills CNC to keep pace with 35% YoY turnover growth and surging Mai...

A class actA class act

Mills CNC, a prominent distributor of DN Solutions and Zayer machine tools in the UK and Ireland, has announced the promotion of Darren Clarke to the position o...

Getting its turning capabilities back on trackGetting its turning capabilities back on track

17D Ltd., a prominent precision subcontractor in the rail industry, has bolstered its machining capabilities with the installation of a new DN Solutions Lynx 26...

Here comes the SummerHere comes the Summer

Mills CNC has just released the Summer edition of its Insight magazine, offering a comprehensive look into the company's recent achievements and developments. P...

Reaping the rewards from the new multi-tasking lathe investmentReaping the rewards from the new multi-tasking lathe investment

In February 2026, Chesterfield Special Cylinders (CSC), a prominent UK-based manufacturer of high-pressure gas containment solutions, took a significant step in...

Running out of superlativesRunning out of superlatives

Mills CNC has reported a highly successful showing at MACH 2026, held in April at the NEC in Birmingham, with 41 new machine orders and around 200 serious enqui...

B Hepworth & Co installs two DN Solutions lathes in Mills CNC cellsB Hepworth & Co installs two DN Solutions lathes in Mills CNC cells

The recent investment by B Hepworth & Co in two new DN Solutions multi-tasking lathes marks a significant shift in their manufacturing strategy, particularly fo...

Mills CNC to debut HELLER HF 5500 5-axis at MACH 2026Mills CNC to debut HELLER HF 5500 5-axis at MACH 2026

Mills CNC's presence at MACH 2026 will be marked by the unveiling of the HELLER HF 5500 5-axis horizontal machining centre, a significant development following ...

Cogsdill-Nuneaton boosts efficiency with Mills CNC DNX 2100SB mill-turn machineCogsdill-Nuneaton boosts efficiency with Mills CNC DNX 2100SB mill-turn machine

Cogsdill-Nuneaton's adoption of Mills CNC's DNX 2100SB marks a pivotal shift in their machining operations, driven by the need to enhance efficiency and meet ri...

DN Solutions’ machines measure up to Aberlink’s high expectations and standards.DN Solutions’ machines measure up to Aberlink’s high expectations and standards.

In March 2025, Aberlink, a leading UK manufacturer of coordinate measuring machines (CMMs), installed two new DN Solutions machine tools at its facility in Stro...

Loads betterLoads better

In July 2025, Mills CNC introduced a new SYNERGi Sprint automation system at Bindon Engineering's facility in Poole, Dorset, marking a significant upgrade to th...

The winning formulaThe winning formula

At MACH 2026, Mills CNC will be unveiling an impressive array of advanced machinery and automation solutions in Hall 19, Stand 110. The company, known for its r...

Mills CNC showcases DN Solutions DNX 2100S mill-turn at Southern Manufacturing 2026Mills CNC showcases DN Solutions DNX 2100S mill-turn at Southern Manufacturing 2026

The latest edition of Mills CNC's Insight magazine provides a timely snapshot of the company's 2025 performance and a glimpse into its 2026 plans. For UK engine...

STATS Group boosts machining efficiency with two Mills CNC machines for reduced lead timesSTATS Group boosts machining efficiency with two Mills CNC machines for reduced lead times

The recent investment by STATS Group in two new advanced machine tools from Mills CNC underscores a critical shift in how UK engineers must adapt to increasing ...

Dromafield Engineering acquires DNM 4500 through SMART Options rental schemeDromafield Engineering acquires DNM 4500 through SMART Options rental scheme

The acquisition of a DN Solutions DNM 4500 vertical machining centre by Dromafield Engineering through Mills CNC's SMART Options rental scheme highlights a prag...

Mills CNC to debut DNX 2100S multi-axis mill-turn machine at Southern Manufacturing 2026Mills CNC to debut DNX 2100S multi-axis mill-turn machine at Southern Manufacturing 2026

The upcoming Southern Manufacturing Show in February 2026 will see Mills CNC unveil the DNX 2100S, a multi-axis mill-turn machine that promises to redefine prod...

NextGen Precision cuts cycle times 60% with Fourth-Generation DNM 5700 from Mills CNCNextGen Precision cuts cycle times 60% with Fourth-Generation DNM 5700 from Mills CNC

The recent acquisition of a Fourth-Generation DNM 5700 vertical machining centre by NextGen Precision marks a significant turning point for the Lancashire-based...

RCF Bolt & Nut cuts lead times with new DN Solutions Lynx 2100LB lathe from Mills CNCRCF Bolt & Nut cuts lead times with new DN Solutions Lynx 2100LB lathe from Mills CNC

The recent investment by RCF Bolt & Nut in a new DN Solutions Lynx 2100LB lathe marks a strategic shift aimed at enhancing productivity and reducing lead times....

All for One. One for allAll for One. One for all

Mills CNC's recent 'The One Show' event, held on October 15th and 16th at their Leamington Campus, attracted over 180 visitors and marked the UK debut of two ne...

The future is bright for Bronte Precision EngineeringThe future is bright for Bronte Precision Engineering

In July 2025, Bronte Precision Engineering Ltd., a prominent precision subcontract specialist based in Bradford, West Yorkshire, took a significant step forward...

Bridging a gap in the marketBridging a gap in the market

Mills CNC, the exclusive distributor of DN Solutions’ and Zayer machine tools in the UK and Ireland, has launched the PV 6300 range of heavy-duty vertical turni...

New machine tool investments give leading precision subcontractor the best of both worlds!New machine tool investments give leading precision subcontractor the best of both worlds!

In April and July 2025, Nortim Precision Engineering, a family-owned subcontractor based in Stonehouse, Gloucestershire, bolstered its machining capabilities wi...

Northants Precision – a real mover and shaker in the motorsport sectorNorthants Precision – a real mover and shaker in the motorsport sector

In early 2025, Northants Precision, a prominent name in the motorsport subcontracting sector, made significant strides by acquiring two new DN Solutions’ Lynx 2...

The acquisition and use of powerful CAD-CAM software has been transformativeThe acquisition and use of powerful CAD-CAM software has been transformative

In a significant development for the pharmaceutical manufacturing sector, Nova Laboratories has announced a transformative investment in advanced CAD-CAM softwa...

One of a kindOne of a kind

Mills CNC, the exclusive distributor of DN Solutions’ and Zayer machine tools in the UK and Ireland, has announced the launch of two new multi-tasking machine t...

Legends in the makingLegends in the making

DN Solutions' Lynx 2100 series of lathes, distributed by Mills CNC in the UK and Ireland, has firmly established itself as the go-to choice for small parts proc...

AEP Precision Engineering boosts milling with DN Solutions DNM 5700 and 4th-axis unitAEP Precision Engineering boosts milling with DN Solutions DNM 5700 and 4th-axis unit

The DNM 4500, 5700, and 6700 vertical machining centres from DN Solutions, distributed by Mills CNC, have become a staple in UK manufacturing, offering a blend ...

Nova Racing boosts motorcycle transmission production with DN Solutions Lynx 2100LMBNova Racing boosts motorcycle transmission production with DN Solutions Lynx 2100LMB

The recent acquisition of a high-performance Lynx 2100LMB lathe by Nova Racing Transmissions marks a significant step forward in addressing production bottlenec...

DN Solutions wins two RED DOT Awards for DVF 5000 and DNX 2100DN Solutions wins two RED DOT Awards for DVF 5000 and DNX 2100

The recent recognition of DN Solutions' DVF 5000 and DNX 2100 machine tools with two RED DOT Design Awards highlights a growing trend in the machine tool indust...

Alwayse Engineering boosts production with DN Solutions Lynx 2100B lathe from Mills CNCAlwayse Engineering boosts production with DN Solutions Lynx 2100B lathe from Mills CNC

Alwayse Engineering's investment in a new DN Solutions Lynx 2100B lathe from Mills CNC marks a significant step in their production capabilities, particularly a...

Mills CNC prepares for automation wave with DN Solutions DVF 5000 at DIMF 2025Mills CNC prepares for automation wave with DN Solutions DVF 5000 at DIMF 2025

The DIMF 2025 exhibition in Busan provided a comprehensive view of DN Solutions' future trajectory, particularly in automation and integrated machining solution...

Mills CNC Opens Ireland Centre with DN Solutions DVF 5000 and Siemens ControlMills CNC Opens Ireland Centre with DN Solutions DVF 5000 and Siemens Control

The upcoming Manufacturing Solutions Ireland 2025 show is set to highlight a significant advancement in multi-axis machining with the debut of the DN Solutions ...

AEP Precision Engineering adds DN Solutions DNM 5700 milling machineAEP Precision Engineering adds DN Solutions DNM 5700 milling machine

The recent investment by AEP Precision Engineering in the DN Solutions DNM 5700 vertical machining centre marks a significant boost to the company's manufacturi...

DN Solutions DVF 5000 offers 42m/min rapid traverse and 1.3-second tool changesDN Solutions DVF 5000 offers 42m/min rapid traverse and 1.3-second tool changes

The launch of the second-generation DN Solutions DVF 5000 in the UK and Ireland marks a significant upgrade for engineers seeking precision and efficiency in 5-...

CNC Technology boosts oil and gas capacity with DN Solutions Puma GT 3100CNC Technology boosts oil and gas capacity with DN Solutions Puma GT 3100

The recent investment by CNC Technology in a DN Solutions Puma GT 3100 lathe highlights a critical shift in the UK subcontract engineering sector, driven by ris...

Mills CNC launches SMART Options rental scheme with Lynx 2100B from £1,920 per monthMills CNC launches SMART Options rental scheme with Lynx 2100B from £1,920 per month

The refreshed SMART Options machine tool rental initiative from Mills CNC offers UK manufacturers a flexible and financially savvy way to access advanced machin...