[ Spotlight: UK manufacturing ] Schneider Electric HellermannTyton
HellermannTyton has been manufacturing in the UK for almost 80 years and being based in the UK means that the company is much better placed to serve customers right across Europe. This is because freight costs are
For Schneider Electric, modern-day manufacturing involves high levels of technological and non- technological innovation that is only possible through investment in skills and knowledge but also in branding, software, marketing and training. This has led to increased development in new, technologically advanced solutions that meet the needs of its evolving customer base. Faced with increased competition from emerging economies, Schneider Electric continues to develop production capabilities in order to remain internationally competitive. Andy Taylor, the company’s energy vice president, comments: ‘The UK compares well against the leading industrialised countries on various measures of innovation, including research and development. For example, our manufacturing facility in Leeds is home to a broad range of market leading products and solutions including primary and secondary switchgear, medium voltage transformers, and protection relays.’ Taylor argues that the UK has a rich heritage in manufacturing and has the skills and talent to rival other European manufacturing bases. He adds: ‘Through innovation and experience, the UK can meet the demands of this changing environment and will continue to do so for the foreseeable future. We need to focus on the country’s existing strengths in manufacturing and continue to support its growth through innovation, skills development and business investment.’
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comparatively low, delivery times are very quick and there are no customs duties to pay. The company believes that there are many logistics issues to overcome when manufacturing facilities are located large distances from their customers. Orders typically have to be placed many weeks in advance to allow for shipping times; quantities ordered often have to be very large in order to control freight costs; and for many items there are import duties that must be paid. When customers purchase from a UK-based manufacturer, they don’t suffer from these problems, and they benefi t from the agility and responsiveness that a locally-based manufacturer can offer. Tim Evans, HellermannTyton’s managing director, states: ‘In addition, when manufacturers are close to their customers they can also glean a much better understanding of their needs than if they were thousands of miles away. Customers can benefi t from close access to technical experts who can provide support and advice, and if site visits are required they can be done quickly and easily arranged.’
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www.danlers.co.uk September 2012 ECA Today 53
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