Breaking the mould: the firm succeeding through continuous improvement

Posted on 10 Nov 2022 by Jonny Williamson

Rutland Plastics has undergone a high-impact business transformation over the past two decades. The results are reflected in its strong partnerships with customers and the groaning shelves of its trophy cabinet. Jonny Williamson reports.

The process of plastic injection moulding has largely gone unchanged in 100 years. Molten plastic is forced under pressure to fill a mould cavity where it cools, hardens and is then released. What has changed is the efficiency of modern machines, the power of software and the importance of environmental stewardship. Combine all three and…

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