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Outsourcing of Control Systems Requires Care
01 Jun 2003
With manufacturers of equipment and machinery (OEMs) constantly seeking reductions in their cost base, there is now a growing trend in subcontracting the design and production of electromechanical and electronic control units.
Set Up in China Brings Best Of Both Worlds
01 Jun 2003
Looking to the future Stockportbased Mini Gears has decided to balance its many years of gear expertise with the growing need to reduce prices and has set up a new business in China to satisfy the demand for price sensitive components. Employing Chinese people to successfully source transmission components and machined castings and forgings, Mini Gears' aim is to offer its customers the best of both worlds.
Diverse Challenges Do Not Shy Muffett Away
01 Jun 2003
SH Muffett Ltd was founded 100 years ago and last year the company, which is in its third generation of family ownership, underwent a successful identity relaunch and is now trading under its new name, Muffett Gears, with new logo and website.
Historical Gear Firm has One Foot in the Past and All Sights on the Future
01 Jun 2003
Specialising in the manufacture and reconstruction of small quantities of gears, Charles Leek and Sons, Staffordshire, which is now managed by the fourth generation of the same family, has been involved in some interesting 100 year old projects recently, and also hosted a visit from Fred Dibnah.
