Sarah Champion, Member of Parliament for Rotherham, visited the offices of Productive Machines to learn about the company’s transformative impact on UK manufacturing. During her visit, Ms. Champion had the opportunity to experience firsthand the capabilities of Productive Machines’ flagship product, SenseNC™, an autonomous milling optimization software that is revolutionising the machining industry.
The visit included a demonstration of the company’s innovative tap testing process, which is used to optimise machining operations and eliminate costly inefficiencies. Ms. Champion also engaged with the Productive Machines team to discuss how their technology is helping UK manufacturers increase productivity, reduce waste, and bring manufacturing back to the UK through reshoring initiatives.
Alex Cotton from AML Sheffield, a leading aerospace manufacturer and a key customer of Productive Machines, also supported the visit. Alex showcased one of the actual parts manufactured by AML using Productive Machines’ SenseNC™ technology. This demonstration highlighted the real-world impact of the software, which has enabled AML to reduce cycle times, improve quality, and make UK-based production competitive with overseas alternatives.
Speaking about her visit, Sarah Champion MP said:
“It’s inspiring to see the incredible work being done by Productive Machines right here in Rotherham. Their cutting-edge technology is not only boosting productivity and sustainability for UK manufacturers but also making reshoring a viable option. This is exactly the kind of innovation we need to strengthen British industry and create high-value jobs locally.”
Dr. Erdem Ozturk, Founder and CEO of Productive Machines, expressed his gratitude for Ms. Champion’s visit, stating:
“We were honoured to host Sarah Champion MP and showcase the impact of our technology on UK manufacturing. SenseNC™ is designed to empower manufacturers to achieve world-class results, and it’s exciting to see how our work aligns with the broader goals of supporting British industry and sustainability. We look forward to continuing to drive innovation and growth in the sector.”
The visit highlighted Productive Machines’ commitment to supporting UK manufacturers by providing advanced solutions that enhance productivity, improve quality, and reduce environmental impact. The company’s reshoring success stories, such as its work with AML Sheffield, demonstrate how technology can make UK manufacturing competitive on a global scale.
About Productive Machines
Productive Machines is a UK-based deep tech software company. It spun-out from the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC). They created the world’s first autonomous milling optimization software, SenseNC™, that optimizes milling processes for high-value, mission-critical components across aerospace, automotive, and precision engineering sectors. The innovative software integrates directly with leading CAM (Computer Aided Manufacturing) platforms including Siemens NX CAM and Mastercam to predict and eliminate machining issues such as chatter vibrations and tool breakages at the CAM stage before machining begins in a CNC machine tool, enabling manufacturers to produce the best parts faster and right the first time. By reducing waste, energy consumption, and cycle times, their technology delivers significant cost savings—typically £30k to £100k per machine tool annually—while supporting sustainability goals. With a strong team of machining physics experts, software developers, and industry partners, Productive Machines is driving the future of efficient, reliable, and sustainable manufacturing.
For more information, visit www.productivemachines.co.uk.
