James Walker Devol

Tuesday 12th August 2025 

Join us on Tuesday 12th August 10am – 1pm, for an opportunity to share common challenges, better understand how fellow member companies are continuously improving their business, and hear more about James Walker Devol.

James Walker Devol started life as Devol Engineering back in 1966 in Greenock.  But since 2008 it has been part of the James Walker Group of companies and moved to its current site in Gourock in 2013. Its core business is materials substitution & advanced engineering solutions. James Walker Devol specialises in replacing other materials with its proprietary Devlon grades of nylon thermoplastics, and other high-performance thermoplastics, to help its customers improve product performance. 

When you visit the site, you will see the diverse range of machine tools James Walker Devol has onsite; its comprehensive testing facilities and discover how it casts its Devlon material.

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Innovation Training | Tuesday 19 August| 9.30am-4.30pm 

We are excited to invite you to an exclusive One-Day Innovation Training designed to ignite creativity and foster innovative thinking. This comprehensive session will equip you with cutting-edge tools and strategies to enhance your innovative capabilities.

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What to Expect:

• This hands-on workshop will combine theoretical knowledge with practical exercises, group activities and real-world case studies.
• Networking opportunities with like-minded professionals. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with peers and apply new concepts to actual challenges.
• Professional facilitation by experienced innovation coach.

What You’ll Learn:

• Proven innovation tools, methodologies and frameworks
• Techniques for identifying and delivering opportunities and innovations
• Managing projects and stakeholders

Event Details:

• Date: Tuesday 19th August
• Time: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
• Location: Scottish Engineering, 105 West George Street, Glasgow G2 1QL
• Cost: Free for ScotEng members
  • £250 +VAT for non-members
• Includes: Complimentary lunch and refreshments

Important Note:

We ask participants to:

• Actively engage in all workshop activities.
• Provide feedback at the conclusion of the training.
• Share insights on how the learned techniques could be applied in your work.

Your insights will help us enhance future training programs and ensure we deliver maximum value to all participants.

Secure your spot today!

We look forward to innovate with you.

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Thursday 21st August 2025 

Join us on Thursday 21st August 10am – 1pm, for an opportunity to share common challenges, better understand how fellow member companies are continuously improving their business, and hear more about John Bean Technologies Marel Corporation (JBT Marel).

Its site in Livingston originated as The Double D brand, established in 1978, and has grown to become one of the leading UK manufacturers of industrial cookers for the further processing of meat, poultry, fish, and vegetables. The current portfolio includes equipment for continuous and flexible high-volume cooking, searing, grill-marking, pre-frying, and baking. Additionally, it manufactures batch cooker solutions for further processing meat, fish, and ready meals, along with a batch rack oven for processing a wide variety of bakery products.

JBT acquired the Double D brand in 2009, enabling the integration of its linear ovens and cookers with JBT’s existing range of Frigoscandia® freezing and chilling systems, and Stein® fryers and coating line equipment. This acquisition provided customers with a broader spectrum of in-line food processing solutions.

Earlier this year, in January, JBT merged with Marel, bringing together two major companies in the food industry. Its purpose is to be the leading partner in solutions for a sustainable food industry. Combining both brands allows JBT Marel to offer a comprehensive range of solutions to our customer base.

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We are delighted to announce that places are now available for the August – November instalment of our Scottish Engineering Leadership Forum (SELF) programme, now into its eighth cohort, having run successfully for a number of delegates from 2022 to date. The SELF programme encompasses six face-to-face facilitated workshops, covering the range of leadership skills, and with a focus on your development as a leader. Feedback from our previous sessions has been fantastic.

Specifically designed for and targeted at the Engineering and Manufacturing sector in Scotland, SELF provides face-to-face learning with structured modules, development goals and time and space to implement the learning between sessions. This programme is also a fantastic opportunity to build and develop a network across our membership, connecting participants to Scottish industry.

The structured modules will enable Managers and prospective Leaders to make the step from day-to-day management, to developing their skills across both tactical management and strategy. The modules will enable you to get the best from your people through an in-depth examination of performance management, delegation, coaching and how to help their teams develop and grow. It will also develop your personal skills – making you a better communicator, improving your presentation skills for maximum effect, and improving your ability to influence others.

Above all, these sessions will enable you to understand yourself better, understand the leadership role and give you the tools and support to enable you to continue to grow as a manager, and as a leader.

Watch the video below to meet our Trainer, Gordon Robb, and let him introduce himself and the SELF programme to you – he explains it the best!

SELF is suitable for:

• Middle to Senior Managers
• Junior or First Level Managers or Supervisors with potential to develop
• Those whose roles are widening or changing and will require leadership skills
• Graduates, Graduate Trainees and Graduate Apprentices
• Any other staff who would benefit from developing their leadership skills

Cost

Members – £1095 + VAT
Non-members –  £1315 + VAT

Sessions will run 0930-1630 and will include lunch.

To book your place on this course, please contact mariem@scottishengineering.org.uk

Trainer

Gordon Robb

Thanks to our partnership with Gordon, we can offer these six sessions and masterclasses. Gordon is a hugely experienced trainer, facilitator and coach with international experience. He will help develop your skills and competence to make you and your company better. 

To book your place, contact mariem@scottishengineering.org.uk

Employment Law Essentials for HR

Tuesday 9th & Wednesday 10th September 2025

Back by popular demand, we are excited to announce new dates for our Employment Law Essentials for HR course. This cohort will include a look ahead to changes which will be introduced in the recently enacted Employment Rights Bill and include a review of the government’s ‘roadmap’ on implementation timescales. Practical advice will be provided on preparing for Day 1 unfair dismissal rights, and there will be a comparison between the current regime for dealing with trade unions and the new provisions, in addition to covering all the essential areas of employment law of which HR should be aware.

This two day, in-person course has proved to be very popular with HR managers who would like to add knowledge of Employment Law to their HR skills. Each day will cover a range of different topics so come along and learn more about:

Day 1 

• Contracts of Employment and Employment Status 
• Unlawful Deduction from Wages 
• Unfair Dismissal 
• Family/Friendly Legislation 
• Transfer of Undertakings 

Day 2 

• Dealing with Trade Unions 
• Discrimination 
• Employment Tribunals 

Designed to compliment our existing training offerings, aimed specifically at those in HR. It will be presented by Solicitors, Kevin Duffy and Amie Trainor, and is designed to be interactive with attendees encouraged to ask questions as the course is presented. It aims to equip those with regular responsibility for HR with the confidence to be sure that in dealing with HR matters they remain on the right side of employment law, minimising risk to businesses.

Numbers will be limited to 20, so reserve your place before they are gone! Lunch will be included.

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Cost

• £425.00 + Vat For Members 
• £495.00 + Vat For Non-members 

Employment Law Essentials for HR

Tuesday 9th & Wednesday 10th September 2025

Back by popular demand, we are excited to announce new dates for our Employment Law Essentials for HR course. This cohort will include a look ahead to changes which will be introduced in the recently enacted Employment Rights Bill and include a review of the government’s ‘roadmap’ on implementation timescales. Practical advice will be provided on preparing for Day 1 unfair dismissal rights, and there will be a comparison between the current regime for dealing with trade unions and the new provisions, in addition to covering all the essential areas of employment law of which HR should be aware.

This two day, in-person course has proved to be very popular with HR managers who would like to add knowledge of Employment Law to their HR skills. Each day will cover a range of different topics so come along and learn more about:

Day 1 

• Contracts of Employment and Employment Status 
• Unlawful Deduction from Wages 
• Unfair Dismissal 
• Family/Friendly Legislation 
• Transfer of Undertakings 

Day 2 

• Dealing with Trade Unions 
• Discrimination 
• Employment Tribunals 

Designed to compliment our existing training offerings, aimed specifically at those in HR. It will be presented by Solicitors, Kevin Duffy and Amie Trainor, and is designed to be interactive with attendees encouraged to ask questions as the course is presented. It aims to equip those with regular responsibility for HR with the confidence to be sure that in dealing with HR matters they remain on the right side of employment law, minimising risk to businesses.

Numbers will be limited to 20, so reserve your place before they are gone! Lunch will be included.

Register now

Cost

• £425.00 + Vat For Members 
• £495.00 + Vat For Non-members 

Macmillan Coffee Morning 2025

Friday 19th September 2025

Join us on Friday 19th September between 9.30am and 12.30pm as we open our doors for our very own Macmillan Coffee Morning at 105 West George St, Glasgow G2 1QL. Help us raise money for an incredible cause all whilst networking and connecting with your industry peers.

The Scottish Engineering Team are gearing up for a full-on competition to out-bake each other and we are sending an open invite to members, friends and neighbours who would like to join us, sample our efforts and enjoy a coffee and some chats. We are delighted to be supporting such an incredible cause and we hope to see you there!

Every year, tens of thousands of people across the UK join the coffee morning to help raise money to support people living with cancer. All funds raised are used for things like:

• Support through treatment from Macmillan nurses
• Help with money and extra unexpected costs living with cancer can bring
• Emotional support through the Macmillan Support Line
• And more

We would love to get a rough idea of how many cakes to bake so if you are planning on joining us, we kindly ask that you register your interest HERE.

If you cannot attend but would like to support the cause, our donation page can be found HERE.

If yourself or someone you know is impacted with cancer Macmillan are on hand to provide information, support or just someone to listen to, feel free to call their team of specialist advisers, currently 7 days a week 8am – 8pm on 0808 808 0000 or visit macmillan.org.uk.

Tuesday 23rd September 2025 

Join us on Tuesday 23rd September 10am – 1pm, for an opportunity to share common challenges, better understand how fellow member companies are continuously improving their business, and hear more about Torishima Europe.

Based in Glasgow, Torishima Europe has two main divisions Torishima Pump and Torishima Service Solutions, offering an innovative approach to the supply of new pumping units as well as the repair and upgrade of rotating equipment in different markets. In addition, they also design & manufacture Cooling Water Systems and Lube Oil Units along with offering a range of surface coating applications.

​​​​​​​The tour will consist of a short presentation on Torishima’s capabilities followed by a tour of their London Road facility. They will then move to their Coatbridge facility (Bus will be provided), for a quick tour of the facility followed by a light lunch and return back to London Road.

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The Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition

Wednesday 1st and Thursday 2nd October 2025

We are partnering with Premier Publishing and Events as Headline Sponsor for Scotland’s Manufacturing and Supply Chain Conference and Exhibition at SEC, Glasgow. Scottish Engineering member companies will receive a 30% discount on all stands taken.

The Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference & Exhibition, which is being held at the SEC Glasgow on the 1st and 2nd of October, will serve as a national forum for manufacturers and operators involved throughout the associated supply chains from across Scotland to gather to discuss pressing issues facing the industry. The event is being organised in order to successfully connect key stakeholders across the full manufacturing spectrum in Scotland, including the food and drink, energy, renewables, electronics, aerospace, biopharma, medtech, healthcare, construction, textiles, procurement, and precision engineering sectors.

Details of the event and registration can be found here.