An additional 2m contract haul and growth in three key sectors is the aim of the new Chairman of the Midlands Assembly Network (MAN) it was announced today.
Tony Hague will head up the eight-strong collaboration of world class engineering businesses as it enters its seventh year and believes there has never been a better time for the group to secure more work.
Automotive, aerospace and electronics have already been identified as the three main sectors that could benefit most from its capabilities in mechanical, electrical and electronic engineering solutions.
“This is going to be an important year for MAN and one that we want to adopt a more aggressive approach to sales,” explained Tony, who is currently Managing Director of PP Electrical Systems in Cheslyn Hay.
“We’ve already established a proven track record for world class quality and security of supply, with over 12m of contracts already delivered for a high profile global customer base.”
He continued: “However, I know we can do more. We just need to be more pro-active and this will start with the recruitment of a dedicated sales consultant to represent the group.
“We’ll also be looking to develop a more sales driven website and marketing material and actively take the MAN message out to potential customers.”
First established in 2006, the Midlands Assembly Network is made up of eight members including Advanced Chemical Etching, Alucast, Brandauer, Barkley Plastics, FW Cables, PP Electrical Systems, SMT Developments and Westley Engineering.
Each company offers a different engineering solution, ranging from high volume precision pressings, electrical control systems and tooling to PCB assembly, wire harnesses and injection moulding.
Together, they boast nine world class manufacturing facilities, employ over 650 highly skilled professionals and hold industry quality accreditations, such as TS16949, AS9100, UL508 and SC21.
“There’s over 3bn of opportunities currently available in the automotive industry at present so it seems like a natural sector to target, especially when you consider our experience in Quality Cost Delivery (QCD) performances,” added Tony.
“Then you have the next generation of aircraft currently being developed…this offers some great opportunities to get involved in the design and prototype stage. Similar again with the latest electronics.”
Tony Hague takes over from Westley Engineering’s Gerry Dunne as Chairman of MAN.
In addition to the sales drive, he is also expecting to increase the membership of the Group to 10 companies by the start of 2013, as well as creating closer working links with key educational establishments such as local Universities – all geared towards developing collaborative innovation in new engineering and manufacturing disciplines.
Machine tool builder Mitsui Seiki is due to open technical center next month, concentrating on machining systems and techniques for the turbo machinery sector. The new Turbine Technology Center is situated at the company’s Franklin Lakes, N.J. operation. Mitsui Seiki offers a range of cutting and turning capabilities, extending from jig boring machines, jig grinders, horizontal and vertical machining centers, to 5-axis machining centers and screw grinders.
“Our existing and potential OEM and supply-chain customers in the turbo machinery industry will be able to conduct test cuts, apply different processes, experiment with cutting tool designs, and prove out CNC programs,” explained Mitsui Seiki vice president Tom Dolan. “They also will be able to try different integrated in-process quality control devices and software. The Center’s resources will help them determine the best strategies and solutions for their specific needs in their own factories.”
In addition, Mitsui Seiki will use the Center to further enhance its significant aerospace and power-generation turbine knowledge and applications expertise. Engineers will use the center like a lab to research and develop new, relevant technologies as they become available. The company will also use the Turbine Technology Center to refine its own machine designs.
“Our goal is to become our clients’ most responsive source to present, demonstrate, and evaluate new solutions so they can machine their turbine parts more efficiently and effectively,” according to Dolan.
The 3,000-sq. ft. Mitsui Seiki Turbine Technology Center will have three dedicated 5-axis machining centers that accommodate small and mid-size turbine components, including blades, blisks, and impellers.
Additionally, other related work like fuel system, disks, vanes, and ancillary parts can be processed.
The new Technical Center will be staffed by senior applications engineers with several years of experience in turbine component machining. Mitsui Seiki noted it is in discussion with certain industry and academic collaborators too, aiming to have them participate at the Center and contribute to its knowledge base and systems approach to CAD/CAM, tooling, inspection, and productivity software.
“GPP is pleased to become partners with the State of Tennessee and the residents of Lincoln County,” Mike Tucker, general manager, General Products Partners Inc., said. “This is an excellent opportunity and a win-win situation for all concerned. The state and local leaders have been most helpful; this is the type of environment that creates success.”
“We continue to work to make Tennessee the No. 1 location in the Southeast for high quality jobs, and I want to congratulate General Products Partners Inc. and Lincoln County on this great announcement,” Gov. Bill Haslam said. “The area will certainly benefit from these new positions, and I know this is the beginning of a strong partnership between General Products Partners Inc. and the state of Tennessee.” Information on tax incentives for which the firm might be eligible was not immediately available.
“I am pleased to welcome General Products Partners Inc. to Tennessee,” Bill Hagerty, Economic and Community Development Commissioner said. “Our business-friendly climate, central location and quality workforce will serve the company well. Under Gov. Haslam’s leadership, our department has worked hard to bring advanced manufacturing companies such as General Products Partners Inc. to our state.”
“We feel fortunate to have a growing company connected to NASA and Redstone Arsenal committed to making Lincoln County their home,” Lincoln County Mayor Peggy G. Bevels said. “They will bring new, good paying jobs with good benefits, and we look forward to adding them to our working family.”
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