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A change of mind
8th October 2019

North East Bifolds, based at Seaham, near Sunderland chose a KOMBIMATEC AMC308 machining centre on a last-moment change of mind after seeing it in operation, say directors Tony Meah and Chris Craggs.

Tony explained: “Just before we placed an order for a CNC machining centre with another company, we happened to see the Kombimatec machine at TSA in operation. The efficiency, ease of operation and the quality of the work it produces made us completely rethink our choice, and we called Kombimatec.”

The kit installed at North East Bifolds is the company’s AMC308 Automatic CNC Machining Centre, which has been developed for both aluminium and PVC-U profiles. It automatically performs all drilling, routing, slotting, tapping and milling functions via a control system and touch screen interface and includes electronic variable speed control and 4 adjustable pneumatic clamps. The installation is fully enclosed for safety and noise reduction. North East Bifolds also upgraded their machine to include an automatic tool change cabinet to further increase efficiency. The Compound Double Mitre Saw subsequently purchased, is the Kombimatec DGS570, which also uses advanced control software and fully complements the machining centre.

North East Bifolds began life after Tony’s housebuilding firm consistently experienced poor deliveries and product quality from its window and door suppliers, he said: “Builders need windows and doors on time and in full, and we were let down so often that Chris and I decided to set up and make our own.

“Business has grown rapidly making and installing Schuco doors, especially in high-end homes, together with Smart windows and doors. We have an excellent reputation now and the business is now outstripping our day jobs.”

www.kombimatec.com

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