Success of automotive manufacturing sector spells positivity for UK, says DiametricIndustrial badging specialist, Diametric, has expressed its confidence in the UK's automotive manufacturing sector for 2012, following record exports in 2011.
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Diametric expands with key appointments for 2012Diametric, the industrial nameplate and logo specialist, has bolstered its team with the appointment of two key new members of staff in 2012.
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Full speed ahead for Autosport International exhibitionRepresentatives from Diametric headed to the popular Autosport International exhibition last week to meet with customers, discover new technology and find out how the industry is faring.
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New Resin Dispencing Demak MachineDiametric has recently invested in a new multi function vacuum oven which will allow for simultaneous drying of labels on vacuum platens sufficiently large enough thus saving time and space. The main advantages of this machine is the fast polymerisation of doming labels and the perfect quality due to the special air filtering system that protects the labels from the dust present in the external environment.
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Company RestructureA business has to evolve and diametric certainly does that . most will know that Diametric started life in 1981 as a small family business originally founded by Geoff Cull. Since then the business has seen a number of owners, each keeping with the tradition of a Management Buyout.
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Donation to local schoolIt's always nice to help out where we can and do our bit for the local community. This year, Graham Steele has purchased and donated a new music amplifier with iPod docking station for Upham Primary School, Upham, Southampton.
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UK Automotive Manufacturing on the UpThe automotive industry is a vital part of the UK economy accounting for £40bn turnover. The latest figures released from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) about UK automotive manufacturing are out look very encouraging. Car output rose by 14.8% in March 2011 and was up 13.0% over the first quarter. Whilst engine production increased by 6.5% in March and by 9.4% over quarter one.
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2,000 Land Rovers a year to be built in India but bosses insist it's not to exploit cheap labourAccording to the Daily Mail, Jaguar Land Rover is to start building 2,000 vehicles a year in India, the company announced yesterday.
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New Range Rover's luxury interior aims to seduce fashion-conscious buyersLand Rover's newest model features a high-quality designer interior, as the brand aims to extend its appeal to affluent, fashion-conscious car buyers.
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Manufacturing sector will lead economic recovery, says expertsAn expert from the banking sector has announced that the manufacturing sector is at the forefront of the country's economic recovery.
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Skills initiative launchedThe Manufacturing Advisory Service (MAS) has launched a new skills initiative in an effort to help manufacturers in the South West benefit from low carbon business opportunities
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CEO's positive about growthCEOs at a number of UK manufacturing companies are feeling positive about their business prospects over the next year.
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Lotus unveiledJust days before Lotus unveils its future plans at the Paris Motor Show, a new model has been revealed to eager car fans.
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Manufacturers remain upbeatThe number of orders for British factories unexpectedly fell this month, but professionals such as badge manufacturers and others within the industry remain upbeat about future production
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Lotus moves into the small car marketThe car-maker usually known for its sporty portfolio is moving into the world of small cars and hot hatches, according to motoring sources
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Label manufacturer launches easy-to-read RFID labelA label manufacturer has developed a new label that makes it easier to read radio frequency identification labels when applied to a metallic surface
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New cars could display efficiency customised labelsThe U.S. government has proposed that cars should have customised labels to display the energy efficiency of each model.
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Triumph celebrates rebirth 20 years laterOne of Britain's most distinctive brands is to celebrate its rescue and rebirth from 'oblivion', reports the Daily Telegraph.
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GlastonburyAkin to the annual Wimbledon weather forecast, Glastonbury Festival of Contemporary Arts is normally associated with rain, mud, rain and a little more mud! This year however was nothing but blue skies, bright sunshine and acres of live music.
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Manufacturers reminded to comply with industrial labels legislationA company which was selling freezers with the wrong industrial labels has been fined £5,400 and ordered to pay costs.
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McLaren boss gives advice to British manufacturing industryMcLaren executive chairman Ron Dennis has urged British manufacturers to ''dare to be different'' and focus on long-term goals.
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UK manufacturers see rise in outputManufacturing production in the UK is rising at its fastest pace in 15 years, figures released by the Confederation of British Industry (CBI) show.
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Finat and Labels & Labelling to establish printability testing groupFinat, the worldwide self-adhesive label manufacturer association, has joined with industry publication Labels and Labelling to establish a testing group to establish new standards for digital printing of consumer and industrial labels and packaging.
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2007 - 2010It's 3 years since Tad and I took on the responsibility of ownership ... and being in the 'hot seat' hasn't always been a smooth ride. The first nine months were relatively easy; with a successful move to larger premises one of our major achievements....then along came the biggest recession in living memory which effectively knocked most of our well laid plans completely off course.
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Diametric joins the Society of Motor Manufacturers & TradersDiametric has recently becomes members of The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) which exists to support and promote the interests of the UK automotive industry at home and abroad.
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Member of FINATDiametric have recently become members of FINAT, the word wide association for manufacturers of self adhesive labels and other related products.
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Charity Work - 3 Peaks ChallengeThe 3 peaks challenge is an event organised by charity to task a team to climb the 3 highest mountains in England, Scotland and Wales and drive between the peaks all under 24 hours whilst raising funds for a chosen charity. Graham and Pat from Diametric, were joined by Amy, Mel, Phil, Steve and our two trusty drivers Dave and Derek on their attempt at a sub 24 hr time
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Trading ConditionsTough trading conditions over the last 18 months have seen a number of our competitors cease trading. If you have been affected by losing a supplier then you may be interested to learn that in many cases we can use existing tooling and will always do our utmost to match your existing specifications like for like.
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Low or No CostsIn our last newsletter we mentioned advances in manufacturing techniques meant we could offer vastly reduced set up costs on our embossed aluminium range. In fact for order quantities of 1,000 pieces and above we can now offer tooling free of charge!
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WelcomeWe are delighted to welcome Dean Hoskins on board who recently joined us as Quality Manger. Dean has worked for over 20 years in a Quality environment from inspection to management. The majority of his time was spent in a manufacturing facility where automotive components were produced.
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ShortagesThe cost of nickel has risen considerably over the last 12 months and in some cases has increased by as much as 5 times! This rise is due to global shortages, the worse since World War II. The particular nickel in question is used in our Electroformed nameplate.
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Promotional PrintingWe all know how important projecting the right company image is these days, good corporate branding captures client's attention and will reinforce your position in the marketplace.
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WINNER of the iPod NanoA big thank you to all of those that took part in our recent data cleanse campaign - we had a fantastic response.
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New WebsiteThe first phase of our new website was launched in January. If you've not seen it then take a look as it contains lots of useful information on our processes, finishes and adhesives. If you're unsure of the process you need then why not try our
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3 Decades On...This year sees the anniversary of our extremely successful association with our Japanese manufacturing partner. Diametrics' early success was established on being sole UK agents for their unique Electroformed manufacturing techniques.
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Automotive Update Trading for any businesses associated with the Automotive Industry this year has been unusually tough but we are starting to see certain sectors experiencing a significant upturn in the last quarter of 2009.
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Too Good To Be True?There are some topics that run and run and the debate over buying from a cheaper manufacturing region such as China or Eastern Europe can look attractive on the face of it.
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Membrane Switch TechnologyAfter many years of providing top quality graphic overlays, fascia's and control panels Diametric are now pleased to offer complete membrane switch assemblies.
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