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COX MANUFACTURING
UPS ITS GAME
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ox Manufacturing recently opened an East London branch,
and also recently purchased a new automatic rectangular
duct line for the KZN operation to improve the company’s output
and quality.
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The 1 000m 2 East London factory.
The new automatic rectangular duct line.
Cox Manufacturing has undergone successful radiographic
welding tests with certification in both stainless steel and
aluminium welding disciplines.
RACA Journal I June 2019
EAST LONDON OPERATION
One of KZN’s primary duct manufacturers, Cox Manufacturing
also set up a new factory in East London in December 2018. This
was to provide approximately 25 000m 2 of rectangular and spiral
ductwork for a client, who was awarded the prestigious Mercedes
Benz Paint Plant project.
This is a benefit for East London with the factory housing both
an automatic rectangular duct line and spiral duct machine. Over
and above standard ductwork, the factory will also supply kitchen
canopies, industrial ventilation systems, dust extract systems,
cyclones, sound attenuators and general welded products to
name a few. This base will also allow the factory to supply nearby
areas including Mthatha, the Transkei, Port Elizabeth, Wild Coast
and the garden route.
Having worked at Defy and Whirlpool for nearly 10 years,
Gary Matthews has been appointed the East London operations
manager who ensures that the ducts are delivered on time and at
the highest possible standard. Matthews is supported by his team
of more than 20 people, which includes a qualified sheet metal
worker. “Gary has a wealth of knowledge and qualifications on
lean manufacturing, which is welcomed in our industry,” said Mike
Cox of Cox Manufacturing.
NEW DUCT LINE MACHINE
Cox acquired a new 100% British-made automated duct line
for its KZN operation. With the British manufacturer boasting
a proven track record of nearly 40 years, Cox can now expand
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