Since moving to larger manufacturing premises, Astec Conveyors has invested in the latest engineering production equipment in order to provide cost effective material handling solutions.

Astec's Managing Director Adrian Smart reported 'We recently acquired a new 170K Trumpf TC2000R, incorporating high speed, innovative punching technology combined with an attractive cost-performance ratio. Complete with off-line programming, the machine uses state-of-the-art software to un-develop three dimensional components into flat sheet format and automatically nest the components to give maximum yield from each 3000 x 1250 sheet used.

The machine is capable of processing around 100 sheets per day of stainless or mild steel up to 6mm.

thick.' In conjunction with the above, the factory area has been extended to provide 2,000sq.ft.

of additional storage area on a mezzanine floor.

Astec Conveyors will continue to look for controlled growth, gaining efficiencies by procuring other automated machinery, and investing in qualified and experienced engineering people with a proven track record in materials handling.