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15 June 2017
Force Technology succeed in ISO/TS 16949 Automotive Quality Systems Audit
Following a rigorous Stage 2 assessment for ISO/TS 16949:2009 in May 2017, a positive recommendation for certification has been achieved. The application is now undergoing an impartial review by the British Standards Institute’s (BSI) Certificate Review team who will make the certification decision. Following a positive decision, certification will be issued shortly. Steve Williams Managing […]
15 June 2017
Developments in FEA result in increased Fatigue Life for high dynamic springs
Force Technology has made major strides forward in developing its manufacturing and analytical processes to ensure consistency of high performance valve and fuel injection springs. Using a combination of scanning technology and finite element analysis (FEA) the company can now review the stress profiles of actual parts ensuring optimum fatigue life. This applies to Beehive shaped Valve Springs […]
15 June 2017
Force Technology’s investors announce further investments of £100m
The investment fund that is a current investor in Force Technology has recently announced that an additional £100m will be made available over the coming years. The fund specifically invests in local companies with high growth potential and innovative, leading edge, technologies. The aim is to increase skilled employment within the local region and for […]
20 April 2017
Force Technology Shortlisted for “Made in the North West” Export Award
Force Technology is delighted to have been shortlisted for Insider’s prestigious Made in the North West Awards. The company entered the Export Award after generating considerable growth of new export business in its first two years of trading. Specialised precision spring components are exported to countries globally including Germany, United States, Finland and South Korea. A panel of industry judges voted […]
19 April 2017
Force Technology makes a major stride toward ISO TS 16949 approval
Force Technology are working towards approval of the rigorous ISO TS 16949 Automotive Quality Standard. In March 2017, Force Technology successfully completed their Stage 1 Assessment for ISO TS 16949 with auditors BSI, the British Standards Institute. The company is now preparing for its Stage 2 Assessment for May 2017. Once the Stage 2 Audit is […]
12 March 2017
Force Technology now Offering Printed Identification on Springs
Force Technology have invested in the latest digital ink printing technology to part mark springs. The ink printing offers a very durable finish, in various colours, and is ideal where customers require thorough traceability of the product. Applications include engine valve and fuel injection springs. A major advantage with the printing technique is the high […]
12 February 2017
Optimising your Spring Design by using our Advanced Spring Design Process
Using the latest range of design processes, including 3D design and finite element analysis techniques, we can optimise your spring design. In dynamic applications, such as engine valve, the aim is to reduce contact forces between follower and cam, whilst always maintaining control of the valve. This typically results in improved valve-train efficiency, leading to… […]
12 January 2017
Force Technology at Autosport Engineering 2017
Come and see us at the Autosport Engineering 2017 exhibition within Autosport International 2017 show at the NEC in Birmingham UK. The show is as great as ever and the Engineering event is open to the trade Thursday and Friday 13 and 14 Jan. Dave, Stuart and Steve are manning the Force Technology stand, featuring […]
12 December 2016
Force Technology exhibiting at Autosport Engineering Show Stand E647 – 12th & 13th Jan 2017
Europe’s biggest and most influential motor-sport technology trade show, Autosport Engineering will once again be bringing the industry together to showcase the latest cutting edge machinery and components on the eve of the new season on 12th – 13th January 2017 at the NEC in Birmingham, UK. We are pleased to be exhibiting and the […]
25 November 2016
Force Technology Commit to TS16949 Automotive Quality Standard
Force Technology has committed to the Automotive Quality Standard TS16949 by booking Stage 1 and 2 Assessments with BSI for March and May 2017 respectively. The company has built its business foundations on the rigorous automotive management system ensuring high levels of product repeatability whilst maintaining very low levels of customer rejects.