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How to boost your business by subcontracting your precision metals processing

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The dilemma 

Life, both personal and professional, is full of jobs we either don’t want to do or we don’t have time to do. There is no shame in admitting it. Thankfully, we live in an age of service businesses, where a quick google search will find us someone willing to do the things we can’t. There are endless options for outsourcing domestic chores, but what about when it comes to business?  

Traditionally manufacturers would keep as much of their production as possible in house. The benefits were obvious, being in control of your production timelines, knowing your costs upfront and being confident your quality measured up to your expectations. Undeniably the world has changed and along with it, how we do business. In-house production is neither cheap nor without challenges. It requires considerable capital expenditure on machinery, then ongoing maintenance, upgrades, training and retaining skilled operators, not to mention the physical floor space required. With all these ongoing expenses, it’s not hard to see why many manufacturers turn to subcontracting to complement their production. By cutting costs, you can be more competitive in the global marketplace, and expand your business.  

What can you have outsourced? 

You may already know that the Knight Group have over 75 years experience as a multi-metal precision stockist. But did you know, we are also one of the largest independent precision metal processors in Europe? We offer precision-metal processing at a competitive price and you have the flexibility to select only the services you need and want, giving you maximum flexibility and minimum cost.  

To suit the rapidly changing market demands, our capacity is suited to complete any process, big or small. With 27 recoiling lines, 26 shearing lines, 8 cut to length lines and 5 edge profiling machines. We can process material to whatever specification you require at whatever quantity you need. Not only is our range of machines expansive, but the depth of knowledge and experience held by our operators is extremely impressive. Therefore, we know that no matter the challenge, we should be up to the task. 

Our services include: 
More than just cost cutting – why you should consider outsourcing 
Productivity and Growth  

You can focus on the core strengths, needs and development of your business.  

Efficiency  

If you’re working with a limited number of staff members, you can get things done quicker by outsourcing time-consuming tasks. Having your material arrive production ready means no production downtime, improving production efficiency and capacity, as well as increasing your profits.  

Quality  

Making use of an experienced subcontractor that specialises in precision metal processing, means their experts handle the initial steps in your production, freeing up your own experts to handle the more specialised aspects of your manufacturing process. Using an expert means superior and consistent quality throughout your product offering. 

Expertise and increased reach  

Your team might be fantastic, but this doesn’t mean they can do everything. Subcontracting gives you access to knowledge, skills to capabilities and facilities otherwise not accessible or affordable. 

Lower overheads  

No need to invest in expensive machinery, maintenance, staff training and labour costs, allowing your capital to be invested in other areas of your business. Use premium floor space for expanding your stock and production capabilities.  

Reasons why you should choose us for your outsourcing: 
Teamwork 

Some manufacturing projects require hundreds, maybe even thousands of separate components. Having the expertise, but not the scale of production capability to handle such lucrative orders can be a hurdle for some businesses looking to expand their customer base. By working with us to bid on the portion of the job that is your speciality, you can take on higher profile projects and grow your business. With a number of aerospace approvals including ISO 9120 and IS0 9001, you can count on us to be your trusted partner. 

Trust  

Your customers rely on you to deliver, so you need a subcontractor you can trust that won’t miss deadlines or provide you with substandard work. With extensive processing machinery and a multi-machine trained production team, we can offer you peace of mind that no matter how big or small your requirements, we can ensure quality is delivered on time.  

Flexibility  

Some subcontractors may want to tie you into a contract that could prove too rigid to accommodate a change in your business needs. This isn’t how the Knight Group operates. Our team are here to help you, not tie you up in fine print. Our pricing is simple and transparent, so you don’t need to worry about unexpected or hidden costs.  

Independent Processing and Supply 

The Knight Group offers a comprehensive and competitively priced range of precision metals, including the most popular grades of stainless steel, nickel alloys, titanium, aluminium, copper and more. We are sure we can give you the best price for your material supply and processing, but we offer these services independently, so if you already have your material, we can still process this for you at an affordable price. 

Summing up, At Knight Strip Metals, we pride ourselves on our processing capabilities. With the coronavirus pandemic quite possibly having had a limiting impact processing power of your business, we are well equipped to help to fill the areas of expertise which may be missing from your key skills. From the basic recoiling of spools to highly bespoke edge profiling, our key capabilities will no doubt be of use to you.  

The benefits of outsourcing your precision metal processing can be substantial – from cost savings and efficiency gains to greater competitive advantage. Precision manufacturers around the globe, consistently rely on us to exceed expectations of quality, service and performance. 

Got Questions? 

Get in touch with our team to find out why we are the supplier of choice for manufacturers of all sizes who achieve their lean manufacturing goals through our quality products and processing. 

TLDR: 

We are one of Europe’s largest production facilities and our skilled team we can offer you the most competitive prices. With over 75 years experience as a precision metal supplier and processor, we are the number one choice for blanking, shearing and edge dressing.  

Written by Gemma Kelly and Josh Charlwood

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