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the metal cladding involved an intensive manual process of pattern development . However , today we have automated machines that can be programmed to produce these components effortlessly . Although the process still involves some manual labor to assemble the components , the introduction of CNC machines has brought about substantial cost reductions , improved overall quality , and significantly enhanced the efficiency of our business operations ,” he affirms .
... the company has recently joined the European Industrial Insulation ( EiiF ) Foundation
Investing in people
Paul emphasizes that a major challenge currently faced by the industry is the shortage of qualified and trained individuals . However , Powertherm has its own solution to this problem . “ Enhancing the availability of skilled personnel in roles such as managers , site supervisors and operatives is a key area of improvement for our business . One of the main KPIs for our HR team is to improve our apprenticeship ratio . As a result , we have made significant investments in recruiting and training apprentices and trainees to join our business . Currently , our apprentice-toemployee ratio stands at one to six .
“ This is a very exciting enterprise and I believe that with the way we
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