Made Smarter powers SME manufacturers to invest £25m in technology

17 October, 2024

C-TEC has digitised its warehouse operations

“Made Smarter’s backing is important, and we are grateful for the expertise and enthusiasm the team has shown in support of our ambitions.”

Additive manufacturing specialists have also started their Made Smarter journey including: FDM Digital Solutions, based in Burnley; Additive Manufacturing Solutions (AMS), based in Burscough; and Fusion Implants, based in Liverpool.

Other grants have been awarded to engineering companies including: One-O-Five Precision, based in Dalston; Premium Fabrications, based in Rochdale; Dobson and Beaumont, based in Blackburn; Northwest Waterjet, based in Chorley; Newfield Fabrications, based in Sandbach; Debron Fabrication, based in Widnes. Meanwhile, electronics manufacturers S K Electronics, based in Oldham, and IPEC, based in Stockport, will also invest in new technology.

One-O-Five Precision, a precision CNC manufacturer, is investing in new inspection technology.

Richard Pratt, Managing Director, said: “Working with MadeSmarter has been transformative. This investment has significantly enhanced our inspection procedures, allowing us to achieve greater accuracy and efficiency in quality control. This improvement is crucial as we continue to grow our reputation in the nuclear, defence and aerospace sectors, where precision and quality are paramount.”

Commenting on the latest milestone and grant awards, Donna Edwards, Director of the Made Smarter Adoption Programme in the North West, said: “These technology projects will have a tremendous impact on individuals, businesses, the sector and society. They will boost efficiency, productivity and growth, creating new jobs and upskilling existing roles, all while shifting the dial on creating a more sustainable approach to manufacturing.

“I welcome these 23 companies into the Made Smarter family. Alongside the hundreds who have already reaped the rewards of the adoption programme, we have now invested over £25m into the digital transformation of the sector.

“Celebrating milestones is important. It permits my fantastic team to take stock of the achievement and then commit to improving the services we offer to continue the Made Smarter mission.”

As well as grants, Made Smarter offers SME manufacturers access to funded support including digital transformation workshops to create a digital roadmap, impartial and expert technology advice, and leadership and skills training.

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