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will typically include a combination of manipulated tube, laser cut and formed sheet metal, and machined components.
“ Once welded and signed off by our inspectors, most products proceed to our bespoke, fully automated powder coating facility, which was commissioned in 2019 and includes a three-stage pre-treatment and powder system to ensure consistent performance and quality. In 2023 we installed an automated shot blast facility to increase our offering for particularly aesthetic products where finish is critical. Once painted, we have a dedicated assembly and packing area where additional checks and post-painting assembly operations can be carried out.”
On the topic of TBI’ s production processes, Mark explains how site investments are ensuring the business maintains its industry-leading position.“ We relocated to Mildenhall in 2005 to significantly increase shop floor space and allow us to realign our manufacturing operations,” he states.
“ The move also enabled us to centralize our fragmented administration departments, and today, we have three facilities. Our James Carter Road facility, where our main offices are based, is the hub for tube manipulation that feeds all other sites. It also houses our NPI department, toolroom, and main inspection area with CMM facilities. This site is primarily used to weld assemblies that do not require painting and can therefore be shipped directly to customers.
“ The original site on Finchley Avenue is our main goods-in area and includes dedicated welding cells, a shotblasting facility, and our automated pre-treatment and powder coating line. This facility is primarily used for welded products that require painting or an additional assembly operation post-paint.
“ Lastly, we acquired a new, state-ofthe-art welding facility in 2024, which is equipped with dedicated weld bays and will
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