Alloy Wire International (AWI), a leading manufacturer of round, flat, and profile wire, has completed the installation of over £200,000 worth of new equipment at its cutting-edge factory in the West Midlands. This significant investment is expected to generate more than £2 million in additional capacity for the company.
The newly installed equipment includes two single-hole blocks, a 3-hole dry drawing machine, and a 4-spindle spooler, all of which are now fully operational. These additions to AWI’s manufacturing infrastructure will enable the company to further reduce lead times and provide clients in sectors such as automotive, aerospace, defense, oil and gas, and medical industries with access to larger volume quantities of high-quality wire products.
In addition to the machinery upgrades, AWI has also initiated upgrades to its tensile testing machinery. This enhancement will streamline the pre-job trial process, allowing the company to offer broader support to customers throughout the duration of their projects.
Andrew Du Plessis, Technical Director of Alloy Wire International, expressed enthusiasm for the recent investments, stating, “Our success is all about making sure we are ahead of the competition when it comes to manufacturing agility, quality, and delivery performance.” He emphasized that AWI’s commitment to continuous improvement is reflected in its ability to produce wire in just three weeks, a feat unmatched by competitors.
The investment drive reflects AWI’s dedication to maintaining its reputation for manufacturing excellence and reliability. As a staunch advocate of the ‘Made in the UK’ brand, AWI exports its extensive range of exotic alloys to 65 countries worldwide. This global reach is supported by a robust sales agent network, with representatives strategically located in key markets across Europe, China, Australia, and the United States.
Andrew highlighted the company’s ongoing commitment to investment, revealing plans for additional equipment acquisitions, including a new £90,000 linisher scheduled for August, followed by a dry drawing pointer. These investments underscore AWI’s commitment to upholding its mantra of “manufacturing quality – delivering reliability” and maintaining its stringent quality accreditations, including AS9100 (Aerospace), ISO 9001 (Quality), ISO 13485 (Medical), ISO 14001 (Environmental), and ISO 45001 (Health & Safety).