Retailer seeks to build on its momentum with six-figure investment

Online retailer The Metal Store has invested £700,000 in new technology, machines, vehicles and racking systems to enhance its offer to customers and underpin its growth strategy.

The Cleckheaton-based company supplies metal to businesses and DIY enthusiasts and has been trading since 2011.

Its customer base includes global automotive manufacturers, construction and engineering companies, professional football clubs, universities and performance arts venues.

Today, the company employs 39 people at its 50,000 sq ft office, machining and distribution facilities and has seen its revenues increase by a record 60% over the past two years.

As part of its latest investment, the business has acquired two straight cutting computer numerical control (CNC) machines for high production cutting of steel tubes.

In addition, The Metal Store has purchased industrial wrapping machines, semi-automatic taping machines, automatic strapping machines and a press brake for bending sheet metal.

The business has also invested in three large flatbed vehicles to carry our deliveries and new racking systems to create additional storage space and improve lead times.

Founder and managing director, Andy Buckley, said: “We have experienced a sustained period of growth which has been expertly delivered by the great team we have here at The Metal Store.

“Our £700,000 investment is to ensure we can maintain our momentum by further enhancing our service to our customers.

“Having the latest technology on our shop floor has increased our capacity, speed and efficiency to ensure we continue to expand our excellent product and customer service experience nationwide.”

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