Case Studies
M J Milward Printing - The going’s good as Manufacturing Advisory Service East Midlands helps printer lead the way
One of the UK’s leading printing and design businesses has seen a 40% increase in production capacity since receiving support from the MAS East Midlands.
MCT ReMan
MCT ReMan is the remanufacturing partner for many leading automotive Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) of ‘powertrain¹’ product applications which include engines, transmissions, transfer boxes and differentials. The company approached MAS-SW to assess its ‘front wheel drive’ remanufacturing process and identify the key areas for improvement.
Process optimisation prepares GE Aviation for the future
GE Aviation in Newmarket is a tier 3 supplier of integrated hybrid circuits and cockpit display units. 90% of its business is in aerospace and defence, of which 60 percent is for inter-company use. GE requested MAS assistance to plan the relocation of the Hybrid production area from where it currently resides in several disconnected areas into a single dedicated area.
James H Heal & Co Ltd
Halifax-based James H Heal used MAS for expert help to develop a strategy for growth, streamline its processes and create a culture of continuous improvement.
Everbuild Building Products
Leeds-based Everbuild Building Products used MAS to help investigate and implement water and energy saving measures to boost the company’s environmental performance and generate cost savings.
Dencowear
Workwear design and manufacturer, Dencowear used MAS for expert help and advice to improve its back-office operations, which resulted in the company doubling its profits and gaining a major new contract with a major utility company.
Alliance Office Systems
Based in Halifax, Alliance Office System used MAS for expert help to plan strategically for the future; identifying and grooming individuals that could drive the business forward, and strengthening key business processes to improve efficiency.
Fernite of Sheffield
Fernite of Sheffield used the expert advice and experience of MAS Mentor Krys Szokalo for support in implementing a survival and refinancing plan; and to offer an objective sounding board for the tough decisions that needed to be made to survive the recession.
NTR Ltd
Wetherby-based NTR Ltd used the expert advice and experience of MAS Mentor Krys Szokalo to help develop and implement a short term action plan that would ensure the company’s survival beyond the economic downturn.
Lincs Doors Ltd
Grimsby-based Lincs Doors Ltd used the expert advice and experience of MAS Mentor Steve Page for support with identifying and implementing an appropriate strategy to help strengthen its position through the economic downturn.
Derek Harper Foundries
Based in Bradford, Derek Harper Foundries used the expert advice and experience of MAS Mentor Ivan England to help them re-focus on business development; following a loss of orders from their biggest customer and an overall decline in demand through the economic downturn.
Westin Ltd
Huddersfield–based Westin Ltd used the expert advice and experience of MAS Mentor Dave Roberts to help manage the business through the recession and tighten its control systems.
Crane Plastics Ltd - MAS East Midlands helped Northampton manufacturer implement process improvements
Following a factory move; Northamptonshire based plastics manufacturer Crane Plastics Ltd contacted the Manufacturing Advisory Service (MAS) for help to introduce new process improvements and optimise factory layout.
Shreds Ltd - Family firm bags deal with exclusive stores
A Lincoln gift manufacturer, whose business started life at a kitchen table 40 years ago, has developed a manufacturing strategy, won orders worth £200,000 a year and secured extra bank borrowing with support from the Manufacturing Advisory Service (MAS) East Midlands.
MAS East Midlands helps award winning manufacturer enact a wind of change
A leading manufacturer and exporter of slip ring assemblies for the wind turbine industry is benefitting from lean manufacturing techniques thanks to its work with the Manufacturing Advisory Service (MAS) East Midlands.
Nutexa Frictions Ltd Case Study
Nutexa Frictions Ltd is a manufacturer of brake linings and brake pads for bus, coach, truck, trailer, mobile crane, tractor and ship winches. AS well as the domestic market, they export to Europe, America, Korea, Japan and China. They also offer a relining and bonding facility for various vehicle types.
Pennine Castings
Stephen Lown, General Manager at Leeds-based Pennine Castings was one of the first delegates to sign up for the Executive MSc in Manufacturing Leadership (part of the Manufacturing Masters programme) back in September 2007. Steve is now in his final year and in the process of finalising his company-based dissertation. In his own words, Stephen describes how the learning experience has impacted on his working life.
AE Oscroft
Redditch pressworker on a roll again thanks to joint venture with Weller Wheels. Specialist assistance with their innovative wheel has turned AE Oscroft into leading European suppliers.
Advance Lighting Case Study
MAS East Midlands helped Derbyshire based energy efficient lighting company develop new “low carbon” products
