Machinery & Manufacturing
£ 100K investment ‘ significantly ramping up ’ machinery
» LEADING ARCHED AND angled frame specialist Premier Arches has invested over £ 100K in new machinery , significantly ramping up production and efficiency .
The company has invested heavily at the start of 2024 by adding a new copy router , a new four-head welder , two new ovens , additional saws and finishing tools .
This investment , funded by profits from the previous year , will allow Premier Arches to grow capacity while maintaining the high quality finish on bespoke arched and angled frames that they have become famous for .
Director Joe Trueman comments : “ We ’ ve seen significant growth in 2023 , we ’ ve won tons of new customers , and our existing customers have grown . This increased demand was beginning to stretch our capacity in Q4 of 2023 , but the £ 100K of new kit allows us to deal with the current volume of orders and opens up capacity , allowing us to fulfil our growth plans for 2024 . We ’ re set up for a huge year .”
The St Helens-based company manufactures and supplies arched , angled , gable , circular and entirely bespoke windows and doors in a range of stocked systems , offering a full service to fabricators , trade counters , installers and local builders , transforming the often daunting procedure of profile bending into a simple and pain-free process , saving fabricators time and money .
Managing Director Sean Greenall comments : “ At Premier Arches , we ’ ve always operated on three core principles – excellent manufacturing , clear and honest customer service , and a ‘ make life easier ’ offering for our customers . This significant investment into infrastructure and machinery has allowed us to continue operating on these principles , providing the best service possible to our customers as we continue to grow through 2024 .
“ This investment in infrastructure empowers us to not only meet , but exceed , the evolving needs of our customers . In a landscape where some may face a downturn , we remain steadfast in our growth , with investments like these continuing to propel us forward .
“ Our dedication to innovation and customer satisfaction remains unwavering , and we look forward to continually improving our services throughout the year .”
www . premierarches . co . uk
INVESTING IN FUTURE TALENT FOR NATIONAL APPRENTICESHIP WEEK
» AS PART OF THIS YEAR ’ S National Apprenticeship Week ( 5th-11th February 2024 ), leading UK manufacturer of home security and fenestration products ERA , announced the appointment of two new apprentices to its team , as part of its commitment to providing learning opportunities for young talent within the local community .
Stacey Edwards , HR Director at Tyman UK & Ireland , said : “ As one of the most established and recognised brands in the window and door industry , we are passionate about playing our part and recruiting the next generation into the sector . We are committed to fostering diversity and investing in the talent of the future , and we ’ re delighted to see these talented apprentices working alongside our experienced and knowledgeable teams .”
Developed by Tyman UK & Ireland , a division of the Tyman group that includes ERA , the apprenticeship scheme welcomes Aaron Robinson , who joins as a Customer Support Engineer Apprentice . He will be undertaking his Engineering Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship within the engineering team , and will be assisting with customer visits and providing technical support and fit-ups for new products .
Ryan Hammond also joins the team as a Sustainability Apprentice . He will be working towards his Level 4 Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Practitioner Apprenticeship , working alongside Lara Coutinho , Tyman UK & Ireland ’ s Sustainability Programme Manager , to help the business achieve the milestones set out in its 2030 Sustainability Roadmap .
Every apprentice within the scheme receives the opportunity to work alongside colleagues across Tyman UK & Ireland brands , including ERA , helping to develop their knowledge and expand their skillsets .
Aaron Robinson , Customer Support Engineer Apprentice at Tyman UK & Ireland , says : “ I ’ ve already learnt so much at ERA so far , and I ’ m really enjoying the different challenges each day brings . The training and support in the apprentice programme has really helped me to grow , and I ’ m grateful to have had the opportunity to start my career here .”
www . eraeverywhere . com www . tymanplc . com
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