Food & Drink Processing & Packaging Issue 48 2023 | Page 16

Excellence in machined components for demanding applications

It ’ s never easy to find a reliable manufacturing company , but if you are dealing with a supplier that is trusted by the likes of Ocado , Ford and BAE Systems you know you are in good hands .
With a 50-year anniversary in its sights , South Wales based DJJ Precision Engineering works closely with all these companies and many more blue-chip manufacturers across industries that demand the highest levels of quality , reliability , and service . These include key sectors such as food & drink processing and packaging , aerospace , automotive , medical , defence , security , and energy .
In more recent years DJJ has experienced considerable growth working with food producers and distributors looking to reduce the financial exposure and risk of shipping delays that come from using overseas suppliers . Projects from fruit picking robotics through to bottling plants and complex grocery picking grid bots have become the norm .
The company offers a complete 24 / 7 manufacturing service for turned and machined components , producing components in everything from steels , complex metals , and exotics to a wide range of engineering plastics and machined castings .
This is complemented by all the added value processes that allow it to offer a truly onestop-shop . These services include finishing , laser marking , grinding , surface treatments , assembly , inspection certification and delivery .
Everything is manufactured in conformance with industry requirements and certified to the highest global standards .
DJJ has embraced the opportunities that have come from advances in robotics and CNC machining and made significant investments in cutting edge manufacturing technology to meet industry ’ s evolving needs .
During the pandemic DJJ invested in 16 FDPP - www . fdpp . co . uk automating manufacturing processes for customers such as Ocado . It introduced unique robotic machining cells to meet production requirements in both Europe and the USA , alongside full five-axis machining and high-end turning centres from the world ’ s leading manufacturers .
By utilising state-of-the-art technology , it has been able to enhance its capabilities , optimise production processes and deliver excellent results whilst also offering unprecedented flexibility .

DJJ

Precision Engineering Ltd

The investments have allowed DJJ to extend capacity for automated round-the-clock operations , whilst achieving production efficiencies that ensure fast turnarounds , consistent quality , minimised energy consumption , reduced carbon footprint and , more importantly , a genuine competitive advantage on costs for both DJJ and its customers .
The high level of service provided by DJJ is underlined by supplier awards from Ford Motors Global , quality accreditations and the membership of leading industry bodies including Make UK Defence , ADS , the SMMT and the MTA . All manufacturing operations are covered by the highly regarded TUVRheinland ISO 9001:2015 QMS quality assurance accreditation .
In March this year DJJ was supplier certified by the highly prestigious JOSCAR register . This is a list of accredited suppliers to leading industry organisations and is by invitation only . Once invited companies must pass a series of stringent audits before they are accepted . As a member of JOSCAR , DJJ is now an accredited supplier to organisations such as BAE Systems , the MoD , Rolls-Royce , Boeing and Raytheon . DJJ was also a recent winner of the BAE Systems International Chairman ’ s Award for providing design support and final production on a project that has been submitted for worldwide patent .
In the automotive sector DJJ is a Ford Motors Global Tier 1 Supplier for deliveries direct to vehicle , and in the food , sector has been successfully supplying Ocado with components for grocery picking grid robots . Other projects include medical diagnostic equipment , widgets for Cola cans , agricultural robotics , airport radar and mining equipment .
Managing Director Dennis Jones said : “ There is also an exciting future ahead , with the development of a new energy efficient manufacturing facility , so far 3 years in design . The extension is set to increase production surface areas and provide additional clean room extensions , whilst also providing unique training facilities for engineering skills development .
“ With the substantial labour challenges faced by manufacturing businesses every day , DJJ has decided it ’ s time to grow its own ! The expansion will provide real hands-on skills experiences and encourage interest in manufacturing and the inevitable robotisation of CNC machining .”
He concluded : “ We can help you with all your machined component requirements and are always looking forward to building new partnerships , helping customers solve their problems and ensuring that they can compete in today ’ s tough markets . Our investments in high accuracy machinery allows us to remain competitive during constantly evolving industry challenges and make a difference to our customers . Please get in touch to discuss how we can work together .”
Shirley Jones Email : mail @ djjengineering . com Contact : 01495 760561