Marshalls Aerospace and Defence develop and deliver world leading applied engineering services and technology. Their earnest enthusiasm and commitment to innovation allows them to evolve and grow in an increasingly competitive marketplace.
Marshalls believe that their independence is critical to their success, enabling them to move quickly and decisively in comparison to competitors. Their agility in thoughts and response makes them leading experts in their field.
Marshalls aimed to improve productivity, increase operational efficiencies, and reduce energy consumption. In line with their Corporate Responsibility initiatives, Marshalls sought to establish a culture of continuous improvement.
With ambitious targets in mind, they approached Abbey Industrial Solutions to enhance their current productivity levels and provide solutions to achieve savings in operational efficiencies.
Abbey Industrial Solutions implemented a new standardisation in the tooling platform. This initiative increased accuracy in manufacturing processes and significantly reduced downtime. By standardizing tools, Marshalls could ensure consistency and precision in their operations, leading to higher quality outputs.
Abbey’s long-standing service contract with Marshalls allowed us to act as asset managers, creating a comprehensive schedule for annual servicing and calibration. This proactive approach helped avoid costly breakdowns and improved energy efficiencies in the manufacturing process. Regular maintenance ensured that all tools operated at peak performance, reducing the risk of unexpected failures.
Building on previous practices, the team at Abbey identified opportunities for cost savings in Marshalls’ purchasing policies. By improving standardisation in tooling solutions, Abbey helped Marshalls reduce downtime, enhance health and safety statistics, and minimize re-work and recall work. These improvements translated into significant financial savings and operational efficiencies.
The collaboration between Marshalls Aerospace and Defence and Abbey Industrial Solutions has led to substantial improvements in operational excellence and productivity.
With better tools and a robust maintenance plan, Marshalls has experienced increased accuracy in manufacturing and reduced operator fatigue. The solutions provided by Abbey have not only met Marshalls’ ambitious targets but also fostered a culture of continuous improvement.
This case study highlights the importance of strategic partnerships in achieving operational success and sustainability.
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