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News Release from: Smithers Rapra
Edited by the Buildingtalk Editorial
Team on 03 October 2003
Rapra Targets Construction Sector
Rapra Technology, Europe's leading polymer research and test house, and the MTECH Group have formed a strategic alliance.
Leading Shropshire companies Rapra Technology, Europe's leading polymer research and test house, and the MTECH Group have formed a strategic alliance which will see both companies working together in support of polymer based projects and products for the rapidly developing off-site construction industry Rapra Technology and MTECH, the building sector's leading off-site construction consultancy, are already working together with a number of clients who are developing products, processes and materials specifically to address the issues raised by system and modular building
This article was originally published on Buildingtalk on 17 Jan 2003 at 8.00am (UK)
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These initiatives include the development of quick fit wall panels, artificial brick paviours, infill and composite doors.
Both Rapra and MTECH are also involved in discussions to attract funding to the development of a "West Midlands building cluster".
Darren Richards, Operations Director, for MTECH says that 'the synergy between Rapra and ourselves is obvious: they will look at the composition of the plastics, composite and rubber materials used - as well as issues of processing, testing and the validation of products.
We will deal with detailed product design, regulation, supply chain management and manufacturing logistics for clients who are committed to manufacturing innovative construction solutions.' Martin Woodley the Regional Development Manager at Rapra Technology adds that 'we at Rapra are delighted to be playing our part in developing the innovative side to an industry that is challenged to meet the ambitious targets that the Government has set for it." Both MTECH and Rapra see their partnership as a first step achievement.
Both companies are well advanced in discussions with the Manufacturing Advisory Service and others to develop the regional building cluster idea.
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