Fairgrieve Compression Moulding Secures Major Confectionery Tray Contract with 24-Hour Production

Fairgrieve Compression Moulding managing director, Barry Davidson, has hailed the completion of a recent contract to supply thousands of confectionery trays to a world-leading sweets and snacks specialist as an example of how the business leads the way in the industry.

The order saw the Fairgrieves team switch to 24-hour working to ensure the order for its market-leading starch trays could be produced and delivered to the client in a matter of weeks.

Key to securing the contract, and being able to meet the tight production timeframes, was the company’s 600-ton press machine, which can make large thermoset parts, as well as, of course, Fairgrieves’ long history and reputation for supplying into the confectionery market.

Flexible working ensured a quick turnaround

“This was a contract for which we were chosen due to the standard and capabilities of the tooling and machinery on our factory floor, our willingness to be flexible and manufacture day and night to offer a quick turnaround, and also of course the decades of compression moulding we have across our team,” said Mr Davidson.

“As the order came at what was already a busy time at our business, we had to work plan our production schedules with precision to ensure we are able to accommodate it alongside our other work, meeting deadlines for all customers.

“This contract required the use of our largest machine, a 600-ton press, which is something that sets us apart from many others in the market when businesses are needing larger parts to be made. We have been taking increasing orders for larger parts pressed on this machine in recent times.

“It was a contract which really demonstrated how we lead in the market.”

Business has long history in confectionary starch tray market

Fairgrieves has plated an integral part in the starch tray market, supplying hundreds of thousands of products globally over the past 10 to 15 years.

Its long-standing expertise and proven strengths in the manufacturing and delivery of products has helped it to continue to thrive in the face of competition from Europe.

“Our starch trays have long been a popular product which we have sold in their thousands to the confectionary industry for many years,” added Mr Davidson.

“The key has been not to stand still and listen to customers and market demands. We’ve continued to develop and refine the product to become more cost effective, not only for us in terms of manufacture, but also for customers in terms of the moulding materials used, size and weight, bringing savings for bulk buyers.

“It has been our commitment to keeping the product at the forefront of the market which has helped us continue winning business.

“Our customers know they can rely upon is to meet the stringent quality criteria expected in the food industry without ever compromising on product quality, delivery timeline and customer service. We take great pride in having that reputation, something we have held up with this latest contact completion.”

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