Media contributions
1Media contributions
Title Teesside University and Saturn Turbo Services partnership to drive Industry 4.0 innovation Degree of recognition National Media name/outlet Teesside University Webpage Media type Web Country/Territory United Kingdom Date 8/01/26 Description This collaboration is introducing Industry 4.0 technologies to streamline processes, boost efficiency, and reduce environmental impact across the sector.
The KTP, supported by Teesside University’s School of Computing, Engineering & Digital Technologies, focuses on digitalising Middlesbrough firm Saturn Turbo Services' reverse engineering and service operations.
By integrating advanced software and automation, the project aims to minimise manufacturing waste, enhance productivity, and cut CO2 emissions, delivering tangible benefits for both the company and the wider engineering industry.
Saturn Turbo Services specialises in the inspection, maintenance, and repair of steam turbines and compressors, providing engineering solutions for rotating machinery worldwide.
The partnership draws on Teesside University’s research expertise to tackle challenges such as obsolete parts, material identification, and complex component procurement, which are issues that hinder efficiency in the sector.
Principal investigator Dr Manu Ramegowda, Senior Lecturer in Mechanical and Civil Engineering, said: “Industry 4.0 serves as a comprehensive framework that facilitates the digitalisation process within the engineering sector. While its origins are rooted in engineering, successful implementation necessitates interdisciplinary collaboration among industry and academic experts.URL https://www.tees.ac.uk/sections/news/pressreleases_story.cfm?story_id=8901 Persons Sina Rezaei Gomari, Manu Ramegowda, Josiah Balota