Kings Langley subcontractor JK Engineering (JKE) has invested in a component washing system to ensure it can exceed exacting cleanliness standards for its clients in the Formula 1 and medical component industry.
AS9100 and ISO9001 certified JKE decided to purchase a MecWash Midi parts washing system which not only gives the highest possible standards of cleanliness but can also clean very delicate components and surface finishes.
JKE’s commercial manager, Max Swinbourne, said: “The MecWash system perfectly represented our company ethos. We really love the fact that it is essentially automated. We looked into different systems where the labour demands were quite extensive, and we saw little value-adding in having an employee dedicated to parts washing. The system gives us a very, very low running cost when you factor in the labour cost.
John Pattison, managing director of MecWash Systems, said companies like JKE are fully aware of the need to meet the exacting standards required by those in high performance sectors such as motor sports, medical and aerospace.
“If the anticipated growth in the global markets materialises this year, as the research is predicting, then the subcontractors who succeed in winning these new orders will be those able to commit to the highest quality standards. For many this will require investment.” he said.
He added: “We have seen the levels of cleanliness demanded on some contracts for precision engineered components increase by up to 50 per cent over the past year. This is more than achievable, whilst maintaining profitability and even reducing costs, if you use the right technology.”