Q:
When was Phoenix formed?
A: Phoenix Precision was formed in 1986 following
an MBO.
Q:
How many employees do you have?
A: We have a head count of 55.
Q:
I have a low volume requirement, what levels can
you handle?
A: Essentially we are a low to medium volume manufacturer;
we can manufacture anything from a one off to
regular monthly batches.
Q: Do you need drawings?
A: The majority of our work is build to print
where the customers supply the drawings, however
we have in many instances in conjunction with
our client, formulated the product concept, manufactured
prototypes and then finally created manufacturing
drawings.
Q: What materials
can you process?
A: We process many different types including Mild
steel, Zintec, Aluminium, Stainless Steel, Copper,
Brass and Galv.
Q: Does your company
belong to any Trade bodies?
A: Phoenix belongs to the following Trade Bodies.
• Scottish Engineering.
• EEF (Engineering Employers Federation)
Q: What file formats
can you accept?
A: Various Data Files can be accepted;
ideally files should be in DXF or STEP or alternatively
PDF.
Q: What Cad System do you use?
A:
Phoenix use an Integrated Sheet Metal Manufacturing
package called Radon 04. Radan 04 is the new sheet
metal software from Radan. Capabilities ranging
from design, nesting, punching, profiling and
folding to drawing management, cost estimating
and document distribution.
Q:
How can I save money?
A: Shopping for bottom line price is easy.
But,
will the lowest priced company end up costing
you money in the long run. If using the Far East
or Eastern Europe; think of the delays, the rework
costs, logistics and return costs. Think of needing
to constantly manage your supply base?
Will the lowest priced supplier provide the delivery
and quality you expect? Before you make your final
decision, you should consider the following:
Do you want good communication links, do you need
fast response times and above all else are you
looking for “Value for Money” is so
please get in contact using the details below.