Food & Drink Processing & Packaging Issue 48 2023 | Page 38

A professional yet flexible approach

Patterson & Rothwell is a wellestablished company based in Oldham , Northwest , specializing in toolmaking and injection moulding . With their state-ofthe-art facilities and extensive experience , they are experts in bringing new products to market and partnering with companies for trade moulding work . Their capabilities include a range of 66 injection moulding machines , 30t -1100t, a dedicated toolroom , component and tooling design and a commitment to automation for sustainability improvement .
Operating from a 130,000 sq ft facility on a 7-acre site , Patterson & Rothwell has a team of 160 employees and processes over 500 tons of polymer monthly . They offer flexible injection moulding solutions to a diverse range of industries , including electrical , healthcare , horticultural , food & beverage , windows , and roofing . Recently , they have expanded their capabilities with a dedicated assembly area to meet customer requirements effectively .
Patterson & Rothwell is a well-invested and profitable company , with a continuous focus on growth and innovation . They regularly invest in new moulding machines , and their owners actively support the development of their own product ranges . The company also partners with entrepreneurs and startups to help bring new products to the market . Additionally , they take pride in providing high-quality trade moulding work in attractive markets .
Their comprehensive services include manufacturing both large and small-scale plastic parts , from design and prototyping to tooling and moulding .
Their comprehensive services include manufacturing both large and smallscale plastic parts , from design and prototyping to tooling and moulding . They ensure a professional and flexible approach , paying attention to detail at every stage of the process . Patterson & Rothwell holds various certifications , including ISO14001:2015 for environmental management , ISO9001:2015 for quality management , IATF16949:2016 for automotive quality , and BRCGS for food packaging . Environmental responsibility is a priority for Patterson & Rothwell , as they are a zero landfill site . They actively monitor and calculate greenhouse gas emissions , focusing on Scope 1 and
Scope 2 requirements . This allows them to identify areas for reducing their carbon footprint and working towards a net-zero approach .
Customers highly praise Patterson & Rothwell , describing their services as excellent across all aspects , from tooling to production . Their problemsolving abilities and dedication to finding solutions , whether in CAD design or logistics , have earned them a reputation for exceptional service .
Overall , Patterson & Rothwell is a trusted partner in the toolmaking and injection moulding industry , offering a wide range of services and a commitment to customer satisfaction .
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