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October 6, 2023

The three biggest pitfalls of single component outsourcing

You need to get a batch of parts made for a big client order. Outsourcing is the natural choice – it’s efficient…

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Made in the UK: Why outsourcing withing the UK is making a comeback

You might think that outsourcing overseas is the right way to go, but savvy businesses are now choosing suppliers closer to home….

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Steelplan Supersized

We don’t just do small-scale sheet metal fabrication: here are three Steelplan Products projects on a supersized scale, from cross country rail…

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Outsourcing 101: The right relationship

There’s a lot more to choosing an outsource partner than just getting the best price for the project. Finding the right supplier…

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Risks of ‘Quote and Go’

Quote-and-goA huge number of contract manufacturers push instant quotes as a key selling point, but while ‘quote and go’ can be quick…

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That’s Entertainment

Three places to spot Steelplan Products in the entertainment industry Glastonbury FestivalIf you made it through the Glastonbury traffic last month, you…

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Could multi-sourcing give your business a boost?

Single vendor sourcing has a whole host of benefits, but it isn’t always the most secure or flexible solution for your supply…

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Outsourcing 101: Hidden offshore costs

It’s easy to be bowled over by fantastic rates offered by offshore suppliers and for some businesses, offshore arrangements really do offer…

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September 28, 2023

On the road: Three places you can spot steelplan products.

Vehicle ArmourWe supply a fully finished range of products for a manufacturer of 4×4 accessories and upgrades. The high-specification sheet metal components…

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