CONTINUED SUCCESS IN DIFFICULT TIMES
As the economic uncertainty goes on, Rutland Plastics continues to develop new business with an eye on the future.
The vast majority of moulders are experiencing a downturn in business. That is hardly surprising with the automotive and construction industries at a virtual standstill and demand for larger consumer goods, such as washing machines and televisions at an all time low.
What about Rutland Plastics?
2011 was another successful year for Rutland Plastics with revenue showing an increase of 11% over 2010. This followed an increase of 22% the previous year.
It was a busy end to the year with orders being received for a number of new mould tools from both new and existing customers. Over the last couple of years several companies have seen the benefit of working with Rutland Plastics and have moved their mould tools to us from other injection moulders. This has been an accelerating trend in recent years.
2011 was also a year that saw significant investments by the company. Following the purchase of a new Challenger CNC lathe and Mazak machining centre at the end of 2010, a new Engel 1700T Duo was added to the existing wide range of moulding machines. At the end of the year an Objet Connex 350 3D printer was bought in order to expand the services on offer. An automated gluing machine and two heat staking machines were also added during the year.
Rutland Plastics has a broad customer base serving a wide range of industries. Our strong financial footing and excellent supplier relationships guarantee you reliable service both in terms of quality and delivery on time. Our experienced and highly qualified technical staff also help to ensure that Rutland Plastics always deliver on promise.
The focus for 2012 is to continue this growth pattern and this has already started with the winning of a new customer in the first week of January. There will also be an emphasis on developing new areas of business made possible by the acquisition of the Connex 350. Investment in new marketing materials, including a series of company videos, will help to raise Rutland Plastics' profile further and more clearly illustrate what we can do to help you develop your business.
How can we help?
In-house design and tooling offering guidance and support both for existing and new products and components. Our own toolroom means that your existing tooling can be adapted and refurbished, if necessary, without delay.
Prototyping - we can manufacture prototypes for you that will closely resemble the finished product so that you can test your design before committing to production tooling.
Cost effective mould making for new projects use of selected subcontract toolmakers both in the UK and overseas in addition to our own toolroom to ensure you get the best tool at the best price.
Latest moulding technology Rutland Plastics has always had a rolling investment programme ensuring that we have modern, efficient moulding machines and ancillary equipment. Efficient production means consistent quality and cost effective manufacture for you.
Large moulding expertise if you have large mouldings we can handle them (up to 38kgs), also with expertise in thick section moulding.
Gas injection moulding Rutland Plastics also offers you gas assisted injection moulding should you require it.
Machining and assembly many customers like to receive sub-assemblies or have parts that have tight tolerances and require post mould machining. RP can help here with our in-house finishing services including sonic welding.
Electrofusion you may not require this service but it is a further illustration of our capabilities.
Complete control over quality as an ISO9001:2000 registered company we have clear procedures in place for quality control tailored to your specific requirements.
Full traceability of components our Manufacturing Management System enables us to track your order through from placement to despatch. In the unlikely event that you have a problem we can trace the batch of material, machine the part was moulded on and the operator.
On demand just-in time supply we are fully flexible in dealing with our customers ordering requirements. Whether you wish to place repeat orders, work to schedules, operate a Kanban system or call-off from stock we are happy to work with you.
Rutland Plastics operates an open house policy so why not arrange to visit us to see what we can do for you.
