Case Study: CBE+ Helps Global Rolling Mill Supplier reshore their Supply Chain with Precision Machining

Situation

A customer supplying rolling mill equipment wanted to reshore its supply chain back to the UK, reducing reliance on international suppliers and increasing local production. They needed a partner who could deliver precise machining on cast parts at competitive prices.

Task

CBE+ was tasked with precision machining multiple part numbers. The customer required a cost effective solution whilst maintaining their quality requirements and dimensional accuracy to support production in the UK.

Solution

CBE+ provided a streamlined, collaborative approach:

1. Precision Machining: CBE+ benefited from our 5 axis CNC milling machine  to deliver the quality and accuracy required for all parts.
2. Design for Manufacture: Working closely with the client, CBE+ optimised the design of each part to simplify production wherever possible, making it as efficient and cost-effective as possible.
3. Innovation: For a key component, CBE+ engineers created a custom jig and used their 5-axis CNC machine to reduce the manufacturing process from eight operations to just two, on one machine. This saved time and improved efficiency.

Results

The reshoring project with CBE+ provided multiple benefits:

• Local Supply Chain: Reduced reliance on international suppliers.
• Faster Lead Times: Quicker production allowed the client to meet demand more effectively.
• Competitive Pricing: CBE+ offered pricing competitive with European suppliers, making reshoring financially viable.

By optimising production and cutting lead times, CBE+ helped their customer successfully build a local supply chain, proving that reshoring can be efficient and cost-effective.