30 October 2025

Quartzelec recently partnered with The Smallpeice Trust to deliver a series of STEM Days across five UK secondary schools. These included Bury St Edmunds, Grimsby, Ossett, Rochdale and Swansea. The collaboration reflects Quartzelec’s ongoing commitment to education, innovation and the development of future engineering talent.

STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) form the foundation of progress across the engineering sector and underpin everything from infrastructure and energy systems to automation and sustainability. By engaging students early, organisations like Quartzelec help nurture the skills, confidence and curiosity that will shape the engineers of tomorrow.

Why STEM Matters

As a recognised technical authority in engineering services, Quartzelec understands the importance of cultivating future talent. STEM education equips young people with the tools to solve real-world challenges, think critically and contribute meaningfully to society. It also plays a vital role in addressing the United Kingdom’s growing skills gap in engineering and technology, ensuring that the next generation is prepared to lead with innovation and purpose.

The partnership with The Smallpeice Trust, a national STEM education charity with over sixty years of experience, enabled Quartzelec to bring these values to life in the classroom. The Trust’s mission to give young people the opportunity to explore engineering through hands-on learning aligns closely with Quartzelec’s approach to community engagement and talent development.

The Wind Turbine Challenge

As part of the STEM Days, students participated in the Wind Turbine Challenge. This practical workshop was designed to introduce key engineering concepts in an engaging and accessible way. Working in teams, students were tasked with designing, building and testing their own energy-generating turbines using everyday materials.

The challenge encouraged creative thinking, collaboration and the application of real-world engineering principles. Students explored topics such as renewable energy, aerodynamics and mechanical design, all while developing problem-solving skills and gaining insight into the possibilities of a career in STEM.

Each team presented their final designs, demonstrating technical understanding, communication and teamwork. The results were impressive, with many students showing a natural aptitude for engineering and a genuine enthusiasm for the subject.

Supporting Future Talent

Quartzelec hopes these workshops provided students with a meaningful introduction to engineering and inspired them to explore their potential in technical fields. Supporting initiatives like this forms part of the company’s broader commitment to investing in future talent and contributing to the communities it serves.

By creating opportunities for young people to engage with STEM, Quartzelec is helping to build a stronger, more innovative and more sustainable future for the engineering industry.

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