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Manufacturing Best Practice is recognised at Cooper Crouse-Hinds
2nd October 2010
Local MP Gordon Henderson today (2 September) visited Cooper Crouse-Hinds (UK) Ltd in Sheerness, Kent, recognising its valuable contribution to best practice within the manufacturing industry.
Named overall regional winner at the recent Manufacturing Advisory Service (MAS) South East Best Practice Awards Ceremony for their commitment to continuous improvement, Cooper Crouse-Hinds highlighted the importance of best practice and manufacturing excellence in contributing towards a strong and sustainable economy.
With over 30 years of experience in the design, engineering and manufacture of enclosures and custom electrical assemblies, Cooper Crouse-Hinds applies proven, tried and tested solutions using quality materials and processes to provide products to endure the toughest environmental conditions.
Nigel Brown, Manufacturing Manager at Cooper Crouse-Hinds said: “Over the years we have developed products and services that have directed us towards one goal…to provide our customers with the highest of quality products and services.”
He continued: “Working with MAS South East and adopting best practice and continuous improvement techniques has enabled us to review, improve and focus on business critical areas such as leadership, customer focus, skills development, innovation and operational excellence, all of which have been invaluable over the past eighteen months following the economic downturn. As a result, we are now in a stronger position for future growth.”
Gordon Henderson MP, said: “As a great supporter of local businesses I am delighted to have had the opportunity to visit Cooper Crouse-Hinds – a local company that demonstrates the value of best practice in achieving long-term sustainability and growth. Best Practice manufacturers are key in driving growth throughout the South East, underpinning the future economic development of the region.”
Rachel Doyle, Manufacturing Specialist for MAS South East said: “Manufacturing is such an important sector within the region and it’s vital that our manufacturers demonstrate their own successes to benefit others. By encouraging best practice and continuous improvement in manufacturing, the South East region will continue achieving strong and sustainable growth and businesses will be ready to take full advantage of opportunities open to them as the economy goes from strength to strength.”
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About Cooper Crouse-Hinds
Hazardous Areas enclosure manufacturer, Cooper Crouse-Hinds (UK) Limited are located in Sheerness, Kent and is a member of the Cooper Crouse-Hinds group of companies, the HQ being located in Syracuse, New York State USA, who in turn are a division of Cooper Industries, Houston, USA. Cooper Industries are a multibillion dollar company in the electrical equipment field.
Cooper Crouse-Hinds (UK) Limited are premier manufacturers of high quality fabricated metallic enclosures and junction boxes configured to meet the requirements of the most demanding hazardous area and industrial environmental applications. 2 years ago Crouse-Hinds (UK) Ltd embarked on the start of a Lean Manufacturing journey and have, with the support of MAS, made considerable improvements in their manufacturing processes and organizational culture.
The Manufacturing Advisory Service (MAS) South East
MAS South East provides companies with practical help and hands-on support in all aspects of manufacturing; offering easy access to professional and experienced manufacturing specialists focused on delivering real bottom line benefits – ‘Support for manufacturers from manufacturers’.
Launched by the Government in 2002, MAS is a key component of the Government’s Solutions for Business portfolio and plays a vital role in giving UK manufacturers the support they need to improve productivity and achieve success in an increasingly competitive global economy.
MAS South East supports manufacturers in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, Kent, Oxfordshire, Surrey and Sussex.
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