An engineering business has created four new jobs following the purchase of new equipment, with two grants from the Shipley Towns Fund.
Development Engineering Services Ltd (DES), based on Acorn Park Industrial Estate, specialises in precision machining. They were initially awarded £11,400 through the Shipley Towns Fund’s Capital Assistance to Business Growth Programme, which was put towards the purchase of two new CNC machines and a new extraction system.
CNC machines automate some of the production process, allowing the business to work at a faster rate, while maintaining their exacting standards. The increased efficiencies and additional capacity meant two new jobs were created.
The business was awarded a second grant of £39,000, which it put towards the purchase of a further CNC machine. They also plan to buy an Aluminium Briquette machine to facilitate the improved storage of aluminium waste, which will result in an increase in floor space, CO2 savings and a greater financial return on aluminium recycling. These efficiencies have also enabled the business to create an additional two new further jobs.
Paul Stenton, managing director of Development Engineering Services Ltd, said: “We have been successfully manufacturing high quality, precision components across a range of sectors for more than 25 years. We are proud to be based in Shipley close to many other innovative manufacturing companies, product designers and leaders in the sectors we operate.
“We are a small but highly experienced and skilled team who are committed to providing exceptional manufactured products for our customers. This investment from Shipley Towns Fund has allowed us to invest in new machinery therefore increasing our efficiencies and grow our team.”
Councillor Alex Ross-Shaw, Bradford Council’s portfolio holder for regeneration, transport and planning, said: “This is a business which has stood the test of time and which is equipping itself well for a future of continued success. The Council’s Invest in Bradford team has been able to provide business advice and support. This is an excellent example of investment leading to growth and tangible long-term employment opportunities for local people.”
Chair of Shipley Towns Fund, Gill Thornton said: “Shipley has a robust manufacturing sector. The growing presence in precision engineering and associated supply industries is great for the local economy. We are delighted to have been able to support this business with two grants and encourage others – from all sectors – to apply.”
