Formed a decade ago, Severn Trent Services continues to refine its disinfection, filtration, instrumentation and residential metering solutions.
A clear focus
More than meets the eye
Cosworth races into aerospace
Safe and sound
On an upward trajectory
Despite uncertain economic conditions in the manufacturing industry, Ringspann has no reservations about embracing the 21st Century. Exec learns more
Sceptics might say UK manufacturing is dead. Hi-Tech Mouldings is proof to the contrary. Exec learns more
It was Darwin who developed the theory of “natural selection”, where only the strongest survive. Exec recently spoke with Alex Baldock of Eaton Aerospace and learned this is particularly true in the aerospace industry
Manufacturer Cressall Resistors has seen greater growth than predicted in recent times – and much of it is down to its lean programmes. Jane Fisher reports
Having worked for Taylor Hobson for seven years, Ian Lee-Bennett is now the Business Development Director, and looking to build on the company’s strong heritage and secure an exciting and prosperous future
Having saved 7233 lives to date, Martin-Baker has developed reliable escape systems for aircraft since the Second World War. Peter Lewis explains the technology behind the statistics
Grundfos’ Huw Lloyd talks to Exec about how the Innovation Workshop is helping the world’s leading pump manufacturer meet global demand
Corus Panels and Profiles, part of Corus Group, is growing rapidly. Exec talks to general manager Daniel Pillai
A driving force behind the creation of ‘Broadband Britain,’ Exec takes a closer look at how Fujitsu Telecommunications Europe Limited’s overseas recruitment policy has attracted the attention of the Government
With a strategy to expand both its product portfolio and global reach, Farécla is a company that has a busy year ahead. Exec finds out more
This iconic British engineering company has been through hard times but is now growing sustainably and expanding globally
With one of the largest owners’ clubs in the UK, Westfield Sports Cars is a company with a reputation for building high quality vehicles. Lucy Mowatt finds out more
Operating in the Thin Strip Business Unit of Outokumpu, one of the world’s foremost stainless steel firms, Sheffield Special Strip is a company that supplies its materials to companies all over the world
As Magnox nuclear power stations come to the end of their design life, many companies in the supply chain have to adapt, Exec finds out how Magnesium Elektron is meeting these challenges
Robert Smith joined lock manufacturer Huf UK as MD in 2006 and is in the process of turning the company around. He explains to Exec how he intends to do this
With experience dating back to 1985, Alcoa Fastening Systems is a company with a focus on high quality solutions. Exec finds out about the UK operation’s plans for the coming year
Having moved all of its facilities to one site, print company ProCo is looking to strengthen supplier relationships and is now concentrating on building its brand
SMD expands its subsea expertise offering turnkey solutions for all trenching and Work Class ROV requirements, Soil Machine Dynamics has an increasingly diverse portfolio of products
Having worked for Philford Design Engineers for the last ten years, Stephen Hayes has watched the company develop. He explains its new focus to ExecUK
Having worked with organisations including BSkyB, NBC and the BBC, Calrec Audio has often been the first in the market with innovative technology. Operations Manager David Carr explains
Excellence in connectivity
At over a hundred years old, Paragon has seen it all. We look at how continual improvement is keeping the the document creation and printing firm competitive in a challenging industry.
Gooch & Housego plc has developed significantly in the past four years. Now the manufacturer of custom optical components is determined not to “rest on its laurels”
Tyco Fire & Integrated Solutions supplies global systems using techniques ranging from the original pneumatic systems to state-of-the-art telemetry and control technology.
With European manufacturing industries constantly developing, Exec UK learns how Romiley Board Mill is looking to become more efficient and change with the times.
Hallin Marine CEO John Giddens tells Exec UK about his vision for diversification and the company’s comprehensive restructuring programme.
Raymarine’s Operations Director John Spottiswood tells Exec UK how he managed the challenging movement of the company’s manufacturing and supplier base from the UK to Hungary.
Investment in equipment, processes and facilities are taking Dunraven Windows beyond its original heartland into new markets.
High growth products
Recruitment, re-modelling, and rebranding
Laminating and paper coating firm Slater Harrison has turned working in a specialised niche market to its advantage thanks to a strong, flexible workforce and continued product development.
Dr Alan McLenaghan, MD of Saint Gobain Glass, talks to Exec UK about his multi-award winning recruitment policies.
Filtronic steps up a tier
Innovation, technology and industrial flexibility
One of the top three in its industry
ExecUK spoke to Business Development Executive Geoff Gamage and General Manager Charlie Warner to find out how Maxell Europe is driving the firm’s diversification beyond its traditional media products
The enterprising Mr Magal: modern management techniques and lean practices.
How VTL Automotive achieved a Lean inspired culture change
Take it away
Howitt, one of the country’s oldest established printers, and a family business, has become a leader in modern mailing solutions after investment and close engagement with its blue chip customers.
Representing the UK’s world beating capability
From administration to European success
FOR SOME THINGS, 100 YEAR-OLD MACHINERY STILL WORKS BEST…
25 July 2008 19:55