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News Release from: Harnessflex
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 30 March 2007
Equipment cell boosts vehicle wiring
production
Harnessflex has invested GBP 0.25 million to install a new equipment cell which incorporates four new injection moulding machines.
Harnessflex has made a major investment in high-precision equipment for vehicle wiring applications An investment of in excess of GBP 0.25 million has been made at the company's site in Newtown, Powys to install a new equipment cell which incorporates four new injection moulding machines supported by robotic handling equipment
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 18 Jan 2008 at 8.00am (UK)
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The new investment has been supported by the creation of new staff positions and associated training.
Harnessflex manufactures a range of high-performance flexible conduits and associated termination, connection and interface fittings which meet all relevant international standards.
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Harnessflex products are used by major engine manufacturers and in commercial vehicles such as trucks, agricultural and construction vehicles and buses.
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Duncan McKinlay, the company's General Manager said: "We are an acknowledged leader in our field and are experiencing a growing demand for our increasing product range from customers worldwide including Cummins, Ford, JCB and many others".
"Our latest investment will enable us to meet the ever increasing requirements of our customers as their vehicle and engine designs evolve to meet environmental and operational demands".
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