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SUPPLEMENT MEDICAL & PHARMACEUTICAL
REO SECURES MAJOR CONTRACT WITH GLOBAL MEDICAL INDUSTRY FOR
INNOVATIVE TOROIDAL TRANSFORMERS REO has overcome unique challenges to secure a prestigious
contract with a leading global medical company to supply toroidal
transformers. This achievement underscores the company’s unparalleled technical expertise and highlights its resilience and adaptability, solidifying its position as a critical player in the industry
T
he journey to success was punctuated by significant milestones,
the first of which was attaining ISO9001 certification. This achievement is a testament to REO’s unwavering commitment to quality management, a cornerstone of the company’s operations. “As a group, we were centralising our quality assurance system to enhance effectiveness, and this project allowed us to concentrate our efforts to ensure we achieved that on a timescale agreed upon with the client,” shared Steve Hughes, MD of REO UK. A critical aspect of the project involved
addressing issues related to grain-oriented steel used to manufacture the transformer’s core, focusing on understanding its impact on efficiency. Hughes explained: “This is particularly important in today’s climate of product range rationalisation at steel suppliers; over the last few years, we have seen several
REO’s medical toroidal transformer
steel grades fall out of favour as their product focus has changed, it’s more important than ever to qualify several grades and suppliers.” The company’s dedication to excellence drove
them to delve deep into the nuances of grain- oriented steel, ensuring that their transformers surpassed industry standards of regulation and efficiency, but also allowed for changes in the future as pricing and demand fluctuate. Undoubtedly, the most
transformative breakthrough was the innovative lifting method. This solution demonstrated REO’s commitment to continuous improvement, positioning their transformers as technically superior. Hughes explained:
“Transformers of this power rating are unavoidably heavy, and with modern manufacturing practices prioritising staff safety, we had to devise a robust lifting system that could be seamlessly integrated into the customer’s process and ours for maximum benefit.'
MEETING THE DEMANDS Producing and validating samples was pivotal in affirming
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the toroidal transformers’ performance, form, fit, and manufacturing competence. Beyond technical superiority, the company navigated stringent quality measures in delivery performance, addressing non- compliance issues precisely. REO’s dedication to transparency and reliability was further exemplified through comprehensive documentation of their insulating method. This documentation provided concrete evidence of the transformers’ suitability for use in medical devices, a crucial factor for their acceptance in the healthcare industry. REO strategically invested in additional
production machinery and staff to meet the elevated demands of this high-profile contract. This proactive approach ensured the fulfilment of project requirements and positioned the company for future growth and opportunities. In conclusion, the successful execution of
this project stands as a testament to REO’s unwavering commitment to innovation, quality, and client satisfaction. As the company celebrates this significant milestone, it looks forward to continued collaboration with global industry leaders and further contributions to advancing transformative technologies.
REO (UK)
T: 01588 673411
www.reo.co.uk
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