Backing Bolton Wander

A major investment in fabrication machinery has been made by Heritage Trade Frames ahead of a wander to a new 120,000sq.ft headquarters at Arrow Point, Bolton.

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A Haffner SC114 will automate the cutting of ancillary profiles, helping Heritage increase efficiency and productivity as manufacturing volumes grow, while Graf Synergy technology will deliver a high-quality seamless weld finish.

Heritage has also invested in two new Schirmer BAZ Tandem profile processing and cutting centres, which will operate alongside its existing three Stuga saw centres, significantly increasing cutting and processing capacity across its PVC-U operation.

Welding capacity is also being strengthened with the addition of another eight-head welder, giving Heritage four eight-head URBAN welding and cleaning lines, complete with cooling and transfer tables.

Materials handling

The machinery investment is being supported by new production benches, trolleys and racking throughout the new facility.

Paul Culshaw, MD at Heritage Trade Frames, said: “The move to Arrow Point gives us a fantastic opportunity to look at every aspect of our fabrication set-up and invest for the next stage of the business. We’re making a considerable investment in some of the best machine technology available. The Haffner and Graf Synergy machinery, alongside the new Schirmer centres and additional URBAN welding capacity, will give us an exceptionally strong fabrication platform.”

Capacity and efficiency

Culshaw added: “It’s about increasing capacity but equally importantly it’s about efficiency, consistency and quality. As Heritage continues to grow, we want our manufacturing capability to grow with it, while ensuring our customers continue to receive the quality and reliability they expect from us.”

All together

The investment forms part of Heritage Trade Frames’ wider relocation programme, which will bring its PVC-U, aluminium and composite manufacturing operations together under one roof for the first time.

Once fully operational, the new headquarters will give Heritage capacity to manufacture up to 5,000 frames per week, providing the platform for further growth across its product portfolio.

Culshaw concluded: “The combination of the new factory and major investment in machinery gives us the capacity and infrastructure to support our customers as they grow and provides a strong platform for Heritage’s continued market expansion.”

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