Category: Magazine

This section has been created as a vehicle for keeping our members informed of association news and by reporting current events etc. related to the wide spectrum of engineering. Contributions by members will always be welcome, but no politics or religion please.

The Manchester Association of Engineers

Posted on March 2, 2013 by Gordon in Magazine.

We have made contact recently with the Manchester Association of Engineers (MAE). The MAE was formally established on the 14th January 1856 with an aim to: Bring together of those engaged in the design, direction or superintendence of engineering works and operations, for mutual improvement and assistance, increase of acquaintance and for promoting frequent exchange of opinion on interesting questions … Continue reading “The Manchester Association of Engineers”

Railways to the Clouds – A lecture by Frank Smith

Posted on March 1, 2013 by Gordon in Lecture, Magazine.

Our good friend Frank Smith talked about Switzerland’s railways at the Cleckheaton venue at the recent meeting on Thursday 28th February. Frank’s lecture was entitled “Railways to the Clouds“ As usual his illustrated talk was filled with amusing stories and anecdotes. We are sure Frank will return with another interesting talk for us in the future.

Report on the Visit to Thomas Broadbent Ltd., by Andrew Kibler

Posted on February 19, 2013 by Gordon in Magazine, Visit.

A little history of the company Broadbent was founded in 1864 providing engineering services to the local textile industry across the north of England. During its early years the company built a diverse range of products including steam engines, cars and large overhead travelling cranes. In the late 1800s Broadbent concentrated on designing and manufacturing centrifuges, and by the early … Continue reading “Report on the Visit to Thomas Broadbent Ltd., by Andrew Kibler”

Report on the visit to see ‘The Hobbit’ by Andrew Kibler

Posted on December 31, 2012 by Gordon in Magazine, Social.

Although the night was pretty dismal with heavy rain, the iMax cinema proved once again to be a winner. The thought of sitting down to a 2 hr 45 min film was not everyone’s cup of tea, including mine but the time just seemed to vanish, mainly due to the spectacular 3D effects and stunning sound quality. Indeed there were … Continue reading “Report on the visit to see ‘The Hobbit’ by Andrew Kibler”

The World’s Highest Suspension Bridge

Posted on November 24, 2012 by Gordon in Magazine, Social.

The Anzahaite Long-Span Suspension Bridge in Jishou, Hunan Province, China, officially opened to traffic on 3rd April 2012.  It is the world’s longest and highest suspension bridge, measuring 1176 metres long and 336 metres above the valley floor (or 1102ft up and long). Construction has taken nearly five years, with most of the work finished by the end of 2011.  It … Continue reading “The World’s Highest Suspension Bridge”

Report on the ‘Boxford’ Visit – 1st November 2012

Posted on November 5, 2012 by Gordon in Magazine, Visit.

We were invited to visit the factory of ‘Boxford’ in Elland. Our host, Paul Barraclough who is Managing Director, welcomed the group and we were given a short presentation and video history of the company. From somewhat less than ideal conditions in a former mill that dated back to the mid-nineteenth century the company had moved to a brand new … Continue reading “Report on the ‘Boxford’ Visit – 1st November 2012”

The History of Bugatti Cars… (IMechE Lecture)

Posted on October 24, 2012 by Gordon in Lecture, Magazine.

The Leeds Association of Engineers has links with other institutions and societies in the area and we are invited to attend certain lectures as their guests. The Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) Automobile Yorkshire Section invited members of the Leeds Association of Engineers to an evening lecture entitled:- ‘The History of Bugatti Cars’  held on Tuesday 6th November 2012 at the … Continue reading “The History of Bugatti Cars… (IMechE Lecture)”