Foam Techniques supplies motorsports projects
Wellingborough-based Foam Techniques is supplying sealing, insulation and filtration materials to two of the most technically demanding projects in motorsport. These top-secret projects include Formula 1 and a track hypercar. Danny Draper, Managing Director of Foam Techniques, said: “Foam Techniques partners with engineers at the front end to get our materials tested and approved for […]
A landmark year for AGM Bristol
AGM Bristol has closed its 2024–25 financial year in strong form, exceeding its sales target and recording its highest ever monthly sales figure – surpassing half a million pounds in March 2026 for the first time in the company’s history. The result was driven in part by the return of all Rangemaster insulation work to […]
ISO 50001 for Avon Engineered Rubber
Avon Engineered Rubber has achieved ISO 50001 accreditation at the first attempt and with zero minor non-conformances – a result the auditor confirmed was unprecedented. ISO 50001 provides a framework for organisations to systematically improve energy management and reduce consumption over time. Achieving accreditation required demonstrating not only the steps already taken, but a credible […]
Acousta update
Acousta Products‘ priorities remain consistent: reliable service, consistent quality, and operational improvement. The changes introduced over recent months, including cross-training, more flexible working practices, and tighter processes, are already having an impact. New business The company is building new business, particularly in bespoke lineside and packaging foam solutions. The company has recently secured a project […]
Specialist welding investment for EVs
AER Stafford has taken delivery of a bespoke sonic welding machine designed specifically for the production of components for a major electric vehicle manufacturer – part of a broader investment programme approaching £1 million in support of upcoming vehicle launches. The machine is now fully commissioned, with all health and safety checks completed and operator […]
P&D strengthens in-house tool team
P&D Manufacturing in Calne has appointed Kester Freeman as the latest addition to our in-house toolmaking team. Kester brings 20 years’ experience in toolmaking, further strengthening a team that supports over 22 injection moulding machines running up to 500 tonnes. Full toolmaking capability under one roof The P&D toolroom handles milling, drilling, turning and spark […]
New machinery expands capacity at Scandura
Scandura, one of Europe’s longest-established gasket manufacturers, has invested in new equipment to enhance the capability and capacity of its production operation. New flash cutter The centrepiece of the investment is a new flash cutting machine – a fast, precise method of cutting or trimming components from sheet material using a cutting die. For a […]
Largest-ever machinery investment at Avon TSA
Avon TSA has made the largest single machinery investment since the company’s founding in 1977, commissioning a 300-tonne cutting and sealing press and a 100-tonne belt press to support growing demand for automotive NVH components. The new equipment is used in the production of NVH (noise, vibration, harshness) products manufactured from 3M Thinsulate™ and other […]
Avon Group joins the SMMT
Avon TSA, AER Stafford and parent company Avon Group Manufacturing (Holdings) have joined the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), the automotive industry’s leading trade body. The automotive sector is a significant part of what Avon Group does. Avon TSA and AER Stafford work on NVH (noise, vibration, harshness) projects for major car manufacturers, […]
Remembering Andy Penton
It is with great sadness that we mark the passing of Andy Penton, whose vision, character and commitment helped shape P&D Manufacturing – and the wider Avon Group. Mark Rushin, Managing Director of Avon Group, pays tribute: “Avon acquired P&D from Andy Penton and Tony Payne in the summer of 2005. Tony subsequently moved on, […]
Avon Engineered Rubber supports local causes
Supporting local charities and community organisations is part of everyday life at Avon Engineered Rubber in Maerdy, South Wales. With over 100 employees, many of the team have deep roots in the area, and the company is glad to back the causes they care about. These are some of the good causes the team has […]
Edgewest Plastics invests in the future
Consolidating on one site Edgewest Plastics has consolidated operations onto a single site at Bishops Cleeve, bringing together its printing and injection moulding activities, previously split between Tewkesbury and Bishops Cleeve. The move is backed by substantial investment from Bristol-headquartered parent company Avon Group in the Bishops Cleeve premises, supporting the business’s continued growth. Investment […]