TPT-January-2015

Industry News

Mecmesin buys FMS MECMESIN, a British designer of force and torque testing equipment, has acquired Flexible Machining Systems Ltd (FMS), an established aerospace accredited, precision machining business. FMS, incorporated in 1982, has a proven track record of providing precision engineered CNC components and subassemblies to customers in the automotive, aerospace, defence and oil and gas industries, where quality and precision are critical. FMS’s team of experienced engineers will join Mecmesin’s machining division, which includes synergistic business units in the UK and Asia. With FMS added to its portfolio of businesses, Mecmesin will enhance its offerings to include 5-axis CNC milling combined with AS 9100 accreditation, the globally recognised standard for quality within the aerospace sector.

FMS will con- tinue to offer precision CNC machined com- ponents and mechanical as- semblies to the aerospace, auto- motive, defence, medical and oil and gas indus- tries to the ex- acting standards they require.

FMS’s management team with the previous owner. From left, Andy Howe, business development manager; John Page, managing director; Andrew Streeter, ex-owner of FMS; and Rob Oakley, chairman

over many years combined with the sales and marketing expertise of the Mecmesin Group presents an exciting opportunity for all involved.”

Mecmesin managing director John Page commented, “This complementary acquisition signifies an immediate step forward in both Mecmesin’s capacity and capability to supply machined components to a diverse range of customers and industries. The exceptional pedigree of FMS for engineering excellence established

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