Russell Roof Tiles has invested a further £75,000 into machinery, with a new 1+1 injection moulding tool that is set to increase its ever-growing production capacity, taking its 2022 investment to almost £2.25m.
The new British-made injection moulding tool is the latest investment from the pitched roof tile manufacturer in its plastic and accessories site in Burton on Trent, which has already delivered an increase in production of Dry Verge Units by about 16%.
Injection moulding is a cost-effective way to create plastic components on a large volume basis. All tools are placed on an capital replacement programme, meaning that after it’s life span of 15 – 20 years it will be replaced again due to wear and tear, ensuring products are always manufactured to the highest quality using the latest equipment.
Dan Hancox, business support manager at the firm, said: “This as a long-term investment that helps to support us in increasing our production rate on our dry verge units, one of the most sort after elements of our roofing systems. We’re proud to be a leading producer of high-quality concrete and UPVC roofing solutions and with the manufacturing technology we have now, we can continue to be just that.”
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