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HAFFNER MURAT’S MACHINES SUPPORT MERCURY GLAZING’S CONTINUED GROWTH STRATEGY Haffner Murat has installed three pieces of new fabrication machinery for specialist trade fabricator Mercury Glazing Supplies to support their ambitious growth strategy. Martin Halford, Director and co-founder of Gloucester-based Mercury Glazing, said: “We have a strong growth strategy in place, and our investment in the new machinery from Haffner Murat will help us to deliver exceptional quality for our growing range of PVC-U and aluminium products as our order volumes increase.” Mercury Glazing has invested in a FOM Industrie Modus CNC machining centre, Haffner TT425 double-mitre computerised saw and a FOM Industrie Panda 300 Echo pneumatic bead saw. Martin commented: “We have purchased several machines from Haffner Murat in the past and we did not hesitate to turn to them to help support us in our latest manufacturing expansion. We have recently taken occupancy of our second manufacturing unit in Gloucester as demand for our high-quality PVC-U and aluminium products has increased dramatically over the past twelve months. The reliability of Haffner Murat’s machines and the support given by Paul Yeo, Haffner Murat’s Technical Sales Manager was superb. The machines will add further value to our fabrication process.” The FOM Industrie Modus CNC machining centre offers impressive credentials and delivers automation at every level. It is equipped with three controlled axes and workable with 0°/90°/180° positioning providing superior accuracy and speed of manufacture, something that was particularly important for Mercury Glazing who pride themselves on their efficient product turnaround. The Haffner TT425 double-mitre computerised saw provides superb length, angle and cutting accuracy thanks to its robust construction and linear bearing system. And the FOM Industrie Panda 300 Echo pneumatic bead saw offers a 300mm up-feed balance with manual positioning of the vertical axis delivering superb accuracy for precision manufacture. Dave Thomas, Managing Director at Haffner Murat, commented: “Mercury Glazing’s continued growth strategy is impressive and it was vital that the right machines were in place to support their plans. We were delighted to work with the Mercury team once more and was pleased that our latest team member, Paul Yeo, has hit the ground running and helped secure this sale with Mercury.” Mercury Glazing Supplies manufactures an extensive range of PVC-U and aluminium windows and doors direct to the trade and commercial markets. The company prides itself on the quality of its product range and the combination of the high-quality machinery from Haffner Murat and the efficient service ethics of Mercury Glazing is a compelling proposition. Tel: 01785 222421 - www.haffnermurat.com
BURBAGE CUSTOM WINDOWS PURCHASE MORE HAFFNER MURAT MACHINERY TO SUPPORT GROWTH INVESTMENT Burbage Custom Windows has invested in additional Haffner Murat machinery to support its recent business expansion. Dan Richards from Burbage Custom Windows, said: “Having purchased several machines from Haffner Murat in the past, we know they deliver the quality, service and performance we look for. Having recently expanded our manufacturing operation we had no hesitation in returning to them again.” Burbage has invested in three new automated machines from Haffner Murat: an SBA-4 machining centre, SC114 cutting centre and the market-leading SMR-5 welder. All machines are being installed in the company’s new 11,000 sqft fabrication unit in Leicestershire and will help the company increase its production by a further 30%. The SBA-4 machining centre is packed with features and developments designed to support fabricators’ businesses. Available in eight versions with routing and sawing stations that can be mixed and matched to meet individual requirements, it can also be tailored to meet fabricators’ precise needs. Similarly, the SC114 cutting centre packs a punch in machine technology and offers both automation and fast cutting accuracy of PVC-u profiles with automatic loading and adjustable saw feed speed for superb accuracy. And the SMR-5 welder has been
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marketed as the fastest and most accurate welder on the market today. The impressive automated machine is able to fabricate one complete window every four minutes with superb quality and accuracy. Dan commented: “We’ve built our business on quality and service and we don’t want to compromise that. We knew from previous experience we could trust Haffner Murat to deliver the fabrication solutions that were right for us. The quality of their machines coupled with the expert advice from Matt Thomas and the Haffner Murat team has been exceptional. These machines will allow us to increase our output to 1000 frames per week without additional manpower.” Burbage Custom Windows is a family run business which has been established for over 20 years. Based in Hinckley, Leicestershire they manufacture a wide range of PVC-U window and door products to exceptional standards and offer a quick turnaround. One of the clearest indications of a reliable and trustworthy business is how previous customers are willing to return when they need to make a new investment. Haffner Murat’s returning customer rate is exceptionally high and Dan’s comments show why. Tel: 01785 222421 www.haffnermurat.com
September 2020 | www.glassnews.co.uk
