As a specialist in Marine defence, precision and attention to detail are at the heart of their manufacturing operations.
BAE Systems in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, is a cornerstone of the UK’s defence industry, with a rich history dating back over 140 years. The site is renowned for its expertise in submarine construction. Employing around 8,500 people, BAE Systems in Barrow plays a crucial role in the local economy and the broader defence sector.
Recently the customer discovered sparks from traditional grinders were causing damage to the bodywork of vessels, resulting in costly damage and increasing the risk of fire. The challenge given to Abbey was to design, test and fit a modification to the grinder which would protect the bodywork against the sparks.
After assessing the application and the tooling we designed, tested and fabricated a bespoke part to fit to the tool.
The bespoke part was developed in conjunction with BAE operatives and engineering department, so it complied with all relevant health and safety standards, including HAVs.
The new part successfully captures sparks and prevents damage to the vessel in production, and thus mitigates costly damage and fines.
At Abbey Industrial Solutions, we like to work closely with our customers to understand production processes, identify issues and recommend solutions to optimise manufacturing.
Our services go further to provide a tailored level of solutions to your tooling needs.
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