Manufacturing Today Issue - 221 February 2024 | Page 162

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management styles . Furthermore , we have placed a much stronger emphasis on outsourcing and have completed a review of every supplier to optimize resource allocations ,” he says . PPS Group Detva delivers single-part structures to small and large businesses , investing in its own design and development processes to facilitate fulfilment . “ Typically , our production encompasses steel components up to 25 tons . We have built our success on having our own design , research and development department to meet the specific needs and requirements of our customers .”
Strategic alliances
In addition , there have been many internal transformations to ensure PPS Group remains a dependable name for its clients and continues to manufacture and deliver quality products . “ With reference to investment , several measures were taken in 2023 to upgrade the production machines , replacing old ones with up-to-date technologies . The upgrade will continue for the next two years to allow us to increase our capacity in areas where high volumes could suffer . Another major investment this year will involve four million euros to expand the current painting shops .
“ Finally , to fulfil our sustainability pledges , we will be investing in new electrified transport to replace diesel-powered vehicles , and this will include the implementation of photovoltaic systems with at least one megawatt capacity ,” Roberto explains .
These investments have enabled the company to fulfil some impressive projects . “ We ’ ve developed several parts with two new customers who are relevant players in the construction , material handling , and packaging film sectors . This year , we are looking to expand our customer reach into additional sectors like mining and rail . We ’ re trying to strengthen our relationships with our vendor network by going beyond price and product negotiations . We want strategic alliances so that we can gradually build more value into product assembly , jointly design key operational processes and define proprietary rights ,” he further outlines .
Daniel goes on to add : “ Our experience is built on 65 years of fabrication of welded steel components for the construction , mining and material handling sectors , as well as equipment manufacturers . Welding is the main fabrication process . We constantly improve our welding processes and procedures in partnership with local universities and institutions and by drawing on the expertise of our independent welding laboratory . Our welding laboratory services are frequently used by our clients and other partners .”
Process optimization
With sustainability at the forefront of the company ’ s agenda for the next few years , the future looks prosperous for PPS Group . Customers can expect the company to continue to modernize industrial activity and generate local citizens ’ interest in manufacturing . “ Welding and other in-house processes such as cutting , shaping , bending , machining , shot blasting and painting demand constant improvements . We see
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