'˜21st century Crystal Palace' showcases city of making

THE SLED used by motorcycle racer Guy Martin to break a world speed record has gone on display in the city where it was made.
Museums Sheffields Exhibition and Display Curator Louisa Briggs with the worlds fastest sled made by the Centre for Sports Engineering Research at Sheffield Hallam University. Picture Scott MerryleesMuseums Sheffields Exhibition and Display Curator Louisa Briggs with the worlds fastest sled made by the Centre for Sports Engineering Research at Sheffield Hallam University. Picture Scott Merrylees
Museums Sheffields Exhibition and Display Curator Louisa Briggs with the worlds fastest sled made by the Centre for Sports Engineering Research at Sheffield Hallam University. Picture Scott Merrylees

The gravity-powered sled, which was designed by academics at Sheffield Hallam University, features in a new exhibition showcasing Sheffield as a true city of making.

Made in Sheffield, which opens at the Millennium Gallery on Wednesday, reflects the diversity of design and production that takes place in the city region today; from global aeronautical engineering and world-class manufacturing to ground-breaking digital industries, as well as the many talented individuals working in studios and workshops across Sheffield.

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Museums Sheffield chief executive Kim Streets said: “Over the next six months, we’re turning the Millennium Gallery into a 21st century ‘Crystal Palace’ to celebrate the incredible achievements of makers and manufacturers in the region.

“Made in Sheffield will shine a spotlight on the diverse ideas, developments, products and progress that see makers and businesses in the city at the top of their field.”