Machinery Resources & Tools

In the Resource Centre, you’ll find a range of practical and informative content designed to support your day-to-day operations and long-term growth:

Interactive Calculators & Tools – Estimate job costs, feed rates, and material yields with our online calculators.

Guides & Infographics – Visual, easy-to-read guides for setup, troubleshooting, and operation.

Video Tutorials – Step-by-step videos covering CNC router setup, fibre laser operation, and LightBurn software.

Downloadable Templates – Maintenance checklists, calibration logs, and parameter sheets ready to print and use.

Comparison & Buyer Guides – Expert comparisons and buying advice to help you choose the right machinery.

Industry Insights – Articles, fabrication trends, and case studies from across the UK manufacturing sector.

By expanding this resource library, Mantech UK helps engineers, fabricators, and workshop managers stay competitive with accurate, practical information. Ready to improve performance and accuracy? Dive into the tools and guides above and start optimising your workflow today.

For questions, ideas, or support, get in touch — our team is here to help you get the most from your machines and stay competitive in the UK fabrication industry.

Check out our Instagram style carousel format visual guides and tips.

Access our free tool to work out hourly and job costs with regard to electricity.

Estimate how many parts you can cut from a sheet of material with our easy to use tool.

A range of useful tools and guides for your CO2 laser cutter. If you're looking to upgrade to a new CO2 Laser - check out our full range

Download our free CO2 Laser maintenance schedule/guide today!

Look no further than our easy-to-use CO2 Laser parameter calculator.

Visit Lightburn's YouTube channel for a wide range of tutorials to get you up and running in no time.

A range of useful tools and guides for your CNC router. If you're looking to upgrade to a new industrial CNC router - check out our full range

Download our CNC router maintenance template completely free.

Use the tool provided to troubleshoot common issues in just a few clicks.

Estimate your CNC router projects with ease with our online tool.

Work out your optimum chip load and feed rates for your CNC tools.

Visit Vectric's site for a full range of VCarve Pro Tutorials.

A range of useful tools and guides for your fibre laser cutter. If you're looking to upgrade to a new fibre Laser - check out our full range

This tool helps you find the optimal laser cutting parameters for different materials and power levels. Quick-use tool.

Watch this video for a quick Lightburn software guide on creating and editing shapes.

Watch this video for a quick Lightburn software guide on tracing images on your laser cutter.

Watch this video for a quick Lightburn software guide on creating QR and bar codes on your laser.

Watch this video for a quick Lightburn software guide on nesting parts to save material and waste.

Another quick Lightburn video for you. This time learn how to easily apply custom text onto a curve or path.

We’ve created a practical video guide (watch above) that walks you through the key areas of preventative maintenance for your

CNC routers are among the most versatile machines for UK manufacturers, sign-makers, and woodworking businesses. Check out our new buyer's

If you’re new to CNC or just invested in your first Mantech CNC Router, it’s important to understand that regular

Watch this video for a quick tutorial on how to correctly clean and replace a fibre laser lens.

Watch this video for a quick tutorial on how to correctly change a nozzle on your fibre laser.

Learn how to effectively adjust your cut parameters (speed) to get a better finish.

In this quick and clear tutorial, learn the step-by-step process of calibrating your laser nozzles.