Wrights reveals £300,000 investment at West Bromwich factory
A Black Country-based manufacturer has unveiled the newest recruit in its plan for further growth.
The Cutlite Penta LM3020 laser cutting system cost the Wrights Plastics Group a cool £300,000 but is just part of an ongoing investment programme at the group – which has bases in West Bromwich and Shrewsbury.
The new machine, installed at the 42,000 sq ft West Bromwich production site, harnesses the latest in laser technology and management software to improve accuracy, increase production speeds and minimise waste – an important feature for an organisation with ambitious environmental targets that were inspired by its client Marks & Spencer’s Plan A.
Commercial director Andy Watkins said: “Our latest laser cutting system will help us improve our processes even more, ensuring we can offer clients a wider range of quality-driven services manufactured faster and more accurately than ever before.
“A spend of this size is a huge decision for any company but is essential for us to continue to grow the business. Clients know we are serious about continually improving what we can deliver and the staff can see we are committed to growing the business.
The company boasts a history of early-adoption of the latest technology and says it is often the first in the UK to purchase leading-edge machinery and software.
Andy added “With our workforce, experience and comprehensive plant list we genuinely believe that if we can’t do it, it can’t be done.”
Established in 1969, family-owned Wrights Plastics is a leading plastic products manufacturer with an annual turnover around £10m. It works across a number of sectors, from industrial components to retail display.
Clients include Marks and Spencer, Selfridges and The John Lewis Partnership. It was named ‘Manufacturing Champion’ at the 2015 Express and Star Business Awards.
