Today we celebrate the incredible men across the world for International Men’s Day, especially those in the field of engineering. At Jenks & Cattell Engineering, we are proud to have a team of dedicated and skilled men who drive innovation and engineering expertise.

Your contributions and hard work turn complex challenges into innovative solutions and make an impact on our industry and lives.

Here are some fun facts about UK’s men who’s engineering, and inventions impacted our lives:

• Jenks & Cattell Engineering: Founded by Albert Ernest Jenks & John Henry Cattell in 1886, a huge West Midlands employer and contributor to metalwork engineering around the world.
• Stainless Steel: Discovered by Harry Brearley in 1913 and became a fundamental material due to its corrosion resistance.
• Turbojet Engine: Frank Whittle developed the engine in 1930, which revolutionised air travel and military aviation.
• Iron Bridge: Built by Abraham Darby in 1779, it was the first arch bridge made of cast iron which was a major milestone in civil engineering and transport accessibility.
• The World Wide Web: Invented by Sir Tim Berners-Lee in 1989 and transformed global communication and how we share information.