METAL DETECTOR SPECIALIST INVESTS £2MILLION IN MANUFACTURING FACILITY IN THE UK TO FACILITATE FURTHER EUROPEAN GROWTH
Fortress Technology invests £2million and customers benefit from extra production capacity, more flexibility, shorter lead times & reduced costs
In a total investment worth some £2million, Fortress Technology Europe (tel: 01295 256266 or visit www.fortresstechnology.co.uk) has confirmed it is now manufacturing high performance ‘Phantom’ metal detectors for the UK and European food and pharmaceutical industries from its new 10,500sq ft state-of-the-art facility located in Banbury, Oxfordshire.
In addition, the company has more than trebled headcount during the past 12 months, launched a raft of new products, made several high ranking promotions and invested heavily in skills training.
At a time when many UK businesses are taking production overseas, mainly to China and Eastern Europe, this move also further reinforces Fortress Technology’s commitment to its CSR and Environmental policies.
Sarah Ketchin, Managing Director at Fortress Technology explains: “The decision was made on commercial grounds after careful consideration of the needs of the UK business, and as a direct result of the increasing market demand for the Fortress range of metal detection systems, most particularly within the territories supported by the European office. Since the move to bigger premises last year we have focused on getting ready for production with further investment in equipment, training and highly skilled personnel.”
She continues: “The new production facility is an important milestone for the on-going development of Fortress Technology which up to now has solely concentrated on manufacture at its headquarters in Canada and from a production unit in Brazil. We have already shipped a number of metal detectors from the UK and look forward to further expansion both in the domestic market and overseas.”
“The hope is that our customers will benefit from increased flexibility, reduced lead times and extra production capacity as well as a strengthened ability to cater for European requirements and standards,” Sarah concludes.
Fortress Technology has enjoyed increasing sales in recent years of its robust and reliable metal detectors that offer value for money and a rapid return on investment. This, combined with the fact that the recession has prompted customers to review metal detector suppliers, whereas before they would stay loyal at whatever the price, has resulted in the company winning new customers and having to expand its workforce and production capability.
Established in the UK since 1999, Fortress Technology provides an extensive range of Phantom metal detection systems to a variety of industries. As well as supplying a series of standard metal detectors, the company can custom-build machines to suit non-standard applications.
Fortress Technology is backed by skilled in-house design, technical and consultancy teams and a growing distributor network. The company offers high quality spare parts, flexible warranty packages, training, product testing and rental units.
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For further information please contact:
Fortress Technology (Europe) Ltd,
The Phantom Building, 7 Beaumont Road, Banbury, OX16 1RH
tel: 01295 256266 fax: 01295 255987
E-mail: info@fortresstechnology.co.uk or visit www.fortresstechnology.co.uk
Fortress Technology
- 01295 256266
- sales-UK@fortresstechnology.com
- http://www.fortresstechnology.com
- Phantom Bldg, Beaumont Road, Banbury, Oxfordshire, OX16 1RH GB
About us
Fortress Technology began its humble beginnings in 1996 believing that through superior product design and engineering the production of higher quality equipment with better sensitivities could be achieved. The phenomenal market response to the Fortress Phantom line of metal detectors has validated that belief and the philosophy on which it is based… simple operation, outstanding reliability, and exceptional performance. Over the years, Fortress has blossomed into a global enterprise with main offices in Canada, the UK, and Brazil serving North America, Europe, and Latin America. Their valued representatives provide cost effective and customised inspection solutions to customers’ worldwide.
Where we supply to
Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia, South America, North America
Industries we supply to
Automation, Chemicals, Consultants, Components Electronics, Energy and Power, Food and Beverage, Glass Ceramics Cement, Metals and Minerals, OEM, Paper and Pulp, Pharmaceutical Cosmetics Toiletries, Plastics and Rubber, Recycling, Textiles, Tobacco, Water and Wastewater
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