Wakefield manufacturer receives worldwide patents for ‘industry leading’ technology

Group Rhodes, the Wakefield based original equipment manufacturer, has been granted patents in Europe and China for its ‘industry leading’ Superplastic Forming (SPF) and Diffusion Bonding (DB) technology.

This technology is used in the production of large, complex components and can be applied extensively to the lightweighting of components within the aerospace and automotive industries.

Superplastic Forming and Diffusion Bonding play an integral part in performance improvement, carbon reduction and effective implementation of low-emission technologies.

Speaking on the achievement, Technical Director of Group Rhodes, Peter Anderton commented: “This new innovation serves to enhance Superplastic Forming accuracy, reduce scrappage and improve productivity. The recent grant of patents in Europe and China reinforces Group Rhodes’ position as a leading global provider of this technology.”

Group Rhodes has been at the ‘forefront’ of developing and manufacturing the SPF/DB process for over 40 years and actively manufactures and markets its ‘state-of-the-art’ machinery to both domestic and global markets.

The company boasts extensive capabilities in the design, development and manufacture of bespoke equipment and providing turnkey solutions. Rhodes is celebrating its 200th anniversary in 2024.

By Matthew Neville – Senior Correspondent, Bdaily

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