British Plastics Federation

Includes a database of information about the properties and commercial uses of a wide range of thermosets and thermoplastics and a comprehensive section on plastic processing techniques

British Standards Institute

A wide range of materials relevant to standards in manufacturing

Corus

Wealth of educational resources from the metals manufacturer

GCSE Manufacturing

The website contains a wealth of information for teachers, students, parents, employers and career adivsers

IKEA

Good search facility illustrates visuals and design philosophies of this highly successful company

Imperial War Museum, Duxford

Museum offering a range of science and technology activities, including specific secondary activities

Industry Council for Packaging and the Environment

Sponsors of the Packaging Education Programme, the aim of which is to educate young people about the essential part packaging plays in the modern world

Inner Auto Parts

Explore the marvel of the car. Learn how the combustion of petrol enables us to get from one place to another. This a good site for younger students interested in cars. Excellent cutaway diagrams. The site is great as it not only introduces all the car parts, but also gives the history of both different makes and cars in general.

Lego

Products, constructive learning and an activity databank

Manufacturing Foundation

Non-profit think tank with searchable business-education links database

Processing and Packaging Machinery Association

Comprehensive machinery finder with UK suppliers indices for processing equipment or packaging machinery

Teacher Friendly Designs

Making foundry work accessible