Manufacturing Success Stories

Price Western Leather

Price Western Leather was awarded a grant of £2,600 to support their exponential growth by purchasing a computer controlled sewing machine.

Fowlers of Bristol (Engineers) Ltd

Fowlers of Bristol (Engineers) Ltd was awarded a grant of £1,561 to help fund their Dot Peen Part Marking machinery. 

Bini Fine Foods

Bini Fine Foods was awarded a grant of £2,500 towards the cost of supplying the new dedicated production unit with commercial cooking equipment, which would allow them to efficiently produce on a larger scale.

Ariel Motor

Capitalising on the grant available that allowed them to invest in new tooling, Ariel also benefited from a business diagnostic and expert coaching from the team at SWMAS.
Artists image of Hinkley Point C as it should look when finished

PD Devices

PD Devices approached SWMAS to explore the support available to help them increase their knowledge and credibility in the nuclear sector to target Hinkley Point C (HPC) supply opportunities.
Flamgard Calidair's workshop in South Wales

Flamgard Calidair

Support from the SWMAS-led Hinkley Supply Chain Programme has been a vital part of the mix as Flamgard Calidair capitalise on the opportunity they see in the nuclear new build sector. 
Vessco workshop

Vessco Engineering Ltd

This Bridgend-based manufacturer won a Hinkley Point C (HPC) contract offering them stability for five years. Watch the video to hear about their journey to becoming a HPC supplier.

Berry & Escott

This Bridgwater-based manufacturer won a contract with the National College for Nuclear after support from the Hinkley Supply Chain Team.

Jo Bird and Co

This Somerset-based manufacturer of custom-made cabinets engaged with the Hinkley Supply Chain Team to target opportunities within the Hinkley Point C (HPC) project.
Composite Projects Devon

Composite Projects

Composite Projects in Devon are helping to embed a positive culture of continuous improvement in their business.

J.Wippell and Co

This academic robe manufacturer and clerical outfitter saw an opportunity to help the current shortage of PPE and switch the focus of their production.
Buttermilk Confections Cornwall

Buttermilk Confections Ltd

This Cornwall-based connfectionery business sought SWMAS' expert help to improve internal processes and develop a strong team structure. The result? Engaged employees and cost savings of £55K+!

Cotswold Printing

Read how this inspirational Gloucestershire-based printing company rapidly switched their production to help the NHS fight against COVID-19. 

Sandford Orchards

With help from SWMAS, this Devon-based cider manufacturer meets soaring customer demand!

TiramisUGO LTD – ‘The Cornish Italian’

This Truro-based company, who produce high-end, Italian cuisine, adapted their products to support the local community throughout the COVID-19 lockdown.

Bristol Maid (Hospital Metalcraft Limited)

This Dorset-based manufacturer saw their order book grow by 300% due to the COVID-19 crisis

M-CNC: Engineering Support for Ventilator Challenge UK

As the COVID-19 pandemic hit, this Bridgwater-based company supported the NHS by manufacturing and supplying components for lifesaving ventilators.

Westaway Sausages

This innovative and environmentally friendly Devon-based food manufacturer recently launched the first certified, home compostable, meat packaging.

Alderman Tooling

Read how this innovative Devon-based company has invested to target new opportunities and connect with potential customers. 

All Sewn Up Ltd

This company has maximised current demand through resourcefulness and innovation, and SWMAS helped them develop a strategic plan for successful business progression.

Gripsure

SWMAS has helped this company with productivity improvements and new product development. The result? They now feel confident to transfer their unique processes overseas.

Beau's Bakehouse

Strategic business investments helped this company grow their online sales, and provided a much needed catalyst for growth at a difficult time.  

CT Production

This SME, based in Poole, specialises in electronics manufacture from Printed Circuit Board (PCB) assembly, through to full box-build turn-key solutions. 

Devon Contract Waste (DCW)

This environmentally friendly, commercial waste management and recycling centre, based in Exeter, provide eco-friendly and responsible waste disposal solutions for companies across the South West.

Hullabaloos

SWMAS helped this award-winning drink manufacturer focus their business strategy and develop a plan to enable achievable business growth.

Hymid Multi-Shot

SWMAS helped this innovative business introduce Additive Layer Manufacturing, improving speed of response to satisfy market demand and customer expectations…

Forge Motorsport

SWMAS helped this company adopt digital technology for their R&D and prototyping activities resulting in reduced costs, accelerated turnaround time, and significantly enhanced quality.

The Natural Fibre Company

Despite recent challenges, this Cornwall-based business has grasped every opportunity to innovate and grow.

Tomcat

SWMAS supported this Gloucestershire-based company's website upgrade to help boost sales potential and enable them to share the unique aspects of their business more effectively...

DP Engineering

This innovative engineering company invested in cutting-edge‘ lights out’ technology, creating an opportunity to upskill their staff and build a stronger, more resilient business…

Hy-Pro

This Devon-based business design and manufacture a divers

Revmo

The Customer

Adcutech Limited

This Swindon-based SME specialises in precision engineeri

Rotamec

Rotamec calls on SWMAS to help drive their