Heritage Trade Frames has made a substantial investment in new fabrication machinery as part of its ambitious growth strategy and forthcoming move to its new 120,000 sq ft headquarters at Arrow Point, Bolton.
The sizable machine investment includes a Haffner SC114 automated ancillary saw centre and Graf Synergy seamless welding technology, which will be used in the manufacture of Heritage’s welded cills.
The Haffner SC114 will automate the cutting of ancillary profiles, helping Heritage increase efficiency and productivity as manufacturing volumes grow, while the Graf Synergy technology will further enhance its fabrication capabilities and deliver a high-quality seamless finish.
Heritage has also invested in two new Schirmer BAZ Tandem profile processing and cutting centres, which will operate alongside its existing three Stuga saw centres, significantly increasing cutting and processing capacity across its PVC-U operation.
Welding capacity is also being strengthened with the addition of another eight-head welder, giving Heritage four eight-head URBAN welding and cleaning lines, complete with cooling and transfer tables.
The machinery investment is being supported by new production benches, trolleys and racking throughout the new facility.
Paul Culshaw, Managing Director at Heritage Trade Frames, said: “The move to Arrow Point gives us a fantastic opportunity to look at every aspect of our fabrication set-up and invest for the next stage of the business. We’re making a considerable investment in some of the best machine technology available. The Haffner and Graf Synergy machinery, alongside the new Schirmer centres and additional URBAN welding capacity, will give us an exceptionally strong fabrication platform.”
He added: “It’s about increasing capacity, but equally importantly it’s about efficiency, consistency and quality. As Heritage continues to grow, we want our manufacturing capability to grow with it, while ensuring our customers continue to receive the quality and reliability they expect from us.”
The investment forms part of Heritage Trade Frames’ wider relocation programme, which will bring its PVC-U, aluminium and composite manufacturing operations together under one roof for the first time.
Once fully operational, the new headquarters will give Heritage capacity to manufacture up to 5,000 frames per week, providing the platform for further growth across its product portfolio.
Paul concluded: “The combination of the new factory and major investment in machinery gives us the capacity and infrastructure to support our customers as they grow and provides a strong platform for Heritage’s continued market expansion.”
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