Brandauer, a Birmingham-based manufacturer, has secured two automotive contracts, marking a step forward in its strategy to become a full-service engineering partner for global clients.<\/p>\n
The contracts, with Ford Motor Company and an Eastern European tier 1 supplier, involve the design and production of precision tooling and components for electrification projects.<\/p>\n
Brandauer\u2019s role covers early-stage consultancy, tool design, manufacturing, try-out, process automation, and volume production.<\/p>\n
Rowan Crozier, CEO of Brandauer said: \u201cWhen Stuart Berry, Dave Champman and I spoke after the recent deal, we highlighted our desire to move from a traditional stamping business to a precision engineering provider. This move will transition us from a sub-contract stamping specialist to a one-stop partner, who can scale precision metal\/plastic assemblies from concept stage and prototype development, through to production ramp-up \u2013 ultimately capable of millions of component assemblies supplied globally every week.\u201d<\/p>\n
The projects reflect Brandauer\u2019s strategic growth plan following its management buy-out last September, with the company targeting \u00a312m in revenue by 2029.<\/p>\n
Crozier added: \u201cAutomotive is a natural home for what we do, as it demands precision components and, with the drive for electrification, is looking to push the boundaries of innovation. Contracts with Ford Motor Company and the Eastern European tier 1 supplier give us confidence that what we are offering is in demand, a demand that is also transferrable to multiple precision sectors, including defence, aerospace and power generation\/management.\u201d<\/p>\n
The company employs 67 people at its Newtown facility. For the Ford project, Brandauer is manufacturing a lamination progression tool over 2,500mm in diameter, incorporating automation to stamp, bond, stack, and skew thin-gauge stacks for electric vehicle motors. The process includes design-for-manufacturing workshops, laser-cut prototyping, and careful press selection to meet project specifications.<\/p>\n
Crozier said: \u201cThe tier 1 automotive work is based on a similar approach, again tapping into our comprehensive precision engineering capability. This time, we are working with the client to create a fully automated production assembly line, with three world-class production tools at its heart \u2013 delivering maximum efficiency and tolerances.\u201d<\/p>\n
Brandauer plans to secure global IATF 16949 automotive certification by 2027, complementing its existing ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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