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Extrusion Firm Expands CNC Machining Capacity
01 Apr 2006
The commissioning of a new Italmac Zeus 7000 5-axis CNC machine centre has now been completed at the Bromyard based Holden Aluminium Technologies. The machine offers a capability in excess of seven metres long. Its arrival doubles the 5-axis capacity which is supported by several 4-aAxis machines, cut off saws, stretch forming, roll forming and flow forming facilities.
£200k Contract Haul Turns Up the Heat
01 Apr 2006
Heat Treatment 2000 is on course to secure another period of growth after landing an additional £200,000 of contracts for the automotive, structural engineering and leisure markets. It highlights what has been an eventual year for the business after it successfully became the first company in its sector to secure the global TS16949 quality accreditation.
Automotive Toolmaker Boosts RPD Capability
01 Apr 2006
In December 2005, ARRK acquired the entire share capital in a leading toolmaking business to the automotive industry. Following the purchase of Jordans (Toolmakers) Ltd, based in Havant near Portsmouth, ARRK PDG Ltd has more than doubled its rapid prototyping support team in a major restructure designed to support UK designers and manufacturers.
Surface Treatment Services Enable Wider Use of Light Metals
01 Apr 2006
Keronite International Ltd has achieved ISO 9001:2000 certification for the application of advanced surface treatments using the Keronite Plasma Electrolytic Oxidation process (PEO), as well as for the supply of processing plant, equipment and electrolyte solutions. Established in Cambridge in 2000 to provide technology services to industry, Keronite enables manufacturers to reduce costs and improve performance through the wider use of aluminium and magnesium.
New Business Model Revives Pressings Firm
01 Apr 2006
Ivan Evans, an ex-foreman at Metal Pressings Group, has turned lossmaking, Willenhall business JT Barker, into an agile, thriving pressworker serving customers in the automotive, electrical, heating and security industries.
Laser Pipe Cutting Ability Opens New Opportunities
01 Apr 2006
A major investment in a Trumpf Trumatic L6030 4kW laser with 6m x 2m bed and pipe cutting capability at Blagg & Johnson Ltd, should produce a 12.5% growth in turnover by offering superior accuracy and finish on sheet metal components in sizes, which few other subcontractors can match. The company also recently installed Lantek Expert system to programme all its machines effectively.
'Soft Feel' Topper Pad Prototypes Produced in Weeks Instead of Months
01 Apr 2006
Telford based Innov8es specialises in the manufacture of full size prototype instrument panels. The company has developed a process that allows automotive companies to prototype their 'soft feel'TPU/PVC and foam topper pads (dashboard panels) and door trims in weeks rather than months, thus saving time and money.
Network Companies Collaborate To Win Automotive Contracts
01 Apr 2006
The Midlands Assembly Network (MAN), which was launched at the Midlands Manufacturing Exhibition last month, is a unique network of component manufacturers set up to supply complex sub-assemblies to the global automotive sector and to major OEMs. The Network received lots of enquiries at the Midlands Manufacturing Exhibition, and is currently quoting for joint projects.
Die-Caster Finds New Work After Longbridge
01 Apr 2006
With backing from supply chain initiative Accelerate, Tamworth-based high pressure die caster JV Murcott (JVM), has overcome loss of business from the closure of MG Rover, Longbridge, and secured nearly £2m worth of new business in the automotive sector by adding several major new clients to its customer base.
Strategy to Exit High Volume Auto Supply Sees Sales Double
01 Apr 2006
Tanfield Engineering Systems Ltd has undergone a radical transformation, by completely exiting high volume, low margin automotive component supply.
