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February 2012:

NORTH EAST NEWS

J.H. Richards takes great pride in the level of service that it provides to all its customers at all times. This philosophy has always been central to our business planning.

Therefore following a thorough investigation of our North East Division we have reached the conclusion that in order for us to maintain these standards of service, significant additional investment would be required. We have decided that in the current economic climate this is not appropriate, so we will close the works in Gateshead and support our customers from our main site in Birmingham.
 
Please note: All enquiries relating to this notice will be handled by Nigel Bellingham on 0121 359 2257.
 
January 2012:

ANDREW JEEVES RETIRES

After a decade as Managing Director and 26 years as Financial Director, Andrew Jeeves retired from J.H. Richards at the end of December.

During his time as Managing Director Andrew oversaw the implementation of new technologies throughout the business and under his stewardship the company saw a consistent increase in turnover and profitability.

Taking over the reins as Managing Director is Ken Greenhall. Ken is already a familiar face to many customers and suppliers alike through his role as Works Director. Ken will be assisted on the financial side of the business by Jon Box, who will take on the role of Financial Controller.

The directors, shareholders and staff of J.H. Richards wish Andrew a very happy retirement.

September 2011:

MALAYSIA VISIT MASSIVE SUCCESS FOR JHR

In September, J.H.Richards was invited to attend the PowerGen Asia 2011 exhibition in Kuala Lumpur with Simebest of Malaysia.  

Paul Salloway represented J.H.Richards for the duration of the exhibition, which closed with resounding success and acclaim from the industry. The power industry's annual gathering, one of the biggest of its kind, saw 6,700 professionals converge on Kuala Lumpur to meet, share ideas and enhance their knowledge and skills. Visitors came from over 50 countries to look for new technologies, products and services from 180 exhibitors at the KLCC Convention Centre

Whilst in Malaysia Paul visited Simebest’s new pump repair facility with some of Simebest’s other partners and he also met many of their existing and potential clients from across the Far East - enabling us to better understand their particular situations and answer their questions.

Paul also met with UKTI to discuss export opportunities in the country, which we are now actively engaged in following up. The trip was a great success and part of J.H.Richards ongoing to commitment to both partners and customers around the world.

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June 2011:

JHR JOINS ACHILLES UTILITIES VENDOR DATABASE

JH Richards is delighted to announce that the company has now achieved registration with Achilles Utilities Vendor Database and as such joins a register of around 40,000 pre-qualified suppliers to the Utilities industries globally.

Achilles works to identify, qualify, evaluate, and monitor suppliers on behalf of major organisations worldwide. It builds and supports buyer-supplier communities in many industry sectors, creating unique and powerful global networks. Achilles' services for sustainable procurement help create opportunities for business and reduce risk in the supply chain.

Achilles’ supplier management services improve the efficiency of the procurement cycle while promoting health and safety, environmental management and wider corporate responsibility in the supply chain.

Click here to download a copy of the Achilles UVDB certificate

November 2010:

INVESTMENT DRIVES PRODUCTIVITY IMPROVEMENTS

The latest capital investments by J.H.Richards have just been commissioned.

Two new Ajax Horizontal Boring machines, representing an investment of some £250,000, will provide further impetus to the company's drive for continued productivity improvement focused on customers' needs.

The machines have a number of advanced, precision features for speeding up production and providing even greater accuracy.

May 2010:

A SUCCESSFUL SEASON FOR MUFC

Midland Unity FC (sponsored by J H Richards) can reflect on a solid and successful 09/10 season in Tamworth & District Sunday League Div 5 where they finished 3rd - losing just 5 times, winning 10 and drawing 3.

Two good cup runs saw the team reach the quarter-finals of the Nuneaton Open Trophy (beating a Premier Division side and two First Division sides in the process) and the final of the Division Cup, cruelly losing 2-1 in the dying moments of extra time.

November 2009:

JHR SPONSORED TEAM 'MIDLAND UNITY FC' TOP THE TABLE!

At the halfway point in the season, Midland Unity FC sponsored by J H Richards (the 'other" MUFC) find themselves topping Tamworth & District Sunday League Division 5.

"The name on the shirts has definitely brought us luck recently " commented one of the players" we had inconsistent start to the campaign with a number of new players bedding in, then suddenly everything started to click and we went on a six game winning run!"

The recent run of form has seen Unity rocket to the top of the table and with the highest goals scored tally throughout all five divisions!

The players have extended their sincere thanks to J H Richards for making the season possible and hope to reward their sponsors with the division title and promotion.

August 2009:

M.U.F.C. SPONSORSHIP DEAL GOES AHEAD!

With the new season about to kick off, J H Richards have agreed to sponsor MUFC for the coming season! But before anyone gets too carried away, this is the 'other' MUFC - Tamworth & District Sunday League team, Midland Unity Football Club.

Commenting on the sponsorship deal, Andrew Jeeves MD of J.H. Richards, said, "We are delighted to be able to support this local club, recognising the benefit of promoting teamwork through sport".

Employee and midfielder for the team, Mark Cox, said "Without the
support of J. H. Richards it's unlikely we would have been able to continue into the new season - the lads and everyone connected with the team are absolutely delighted, it's a real boost!".

April 2009:

LEADING THE WAY IN QUALITY MANAGEMENT

J.H.Richards has just successfully completed its triennial certificate renewal for ISO 9001 by LRQA. In addition to an extremely high score for compliance the company was approved to the fourth and latest version of this prestigious Quality Management standard - ISO 9001: 2008.

This achievement emphasises the company's commitment to maintaining the highest possible quality standards throughout its processes and its customer focused philosophy.

February 2009:

UNIVERSITY CHALLENGE

J.H.Richards is currently benefiting from a collaboration with the
Department of Mechanical Engineering at The University of Birmingham.

This collaboration is taking the form of a research project on the process
of Metalling led by Dr. Mark Jolly a specialist in the field. Dr Jolly has
encouraged the use of computer modelling techniques and the latest casting
technology in his work with companies.

One of the outcomes of this collaboration is the secondment of UoB Masters
research student Stephen Radmard, who is working closely with members of
our metalling team in order to identify the optimum conditions for a
variety of processes. Everyone at JHR welcomes the challenges this brings
and looks forward to forging even closer links with the University.

October 2008:

TEAM SPIRIT

Having 'kicked off' the idea of six-a-side soccer last season, J.H.Richards soccer stalwarts have continued their dedication to the beautiful game by playing throughout the summer period.

The team, with players ranging in age from 20 to 62 years have demonstrated their commitment by playing week in, week out at Salford Park all weather pitches overcoming the trials and tribulations of age and fitness!

August 2008:

£125,000 INVESTMENT IN METALLING SHOP

The Company's latest capital investment is in the Metalling Shop where £125,000 is being spent to increase capacity and flexibilty. Included in the investment is a new grit blaster along with a new Tinning and Metalling pot providing J.H.Richards with improved throughput and our customers with improved delivery performance.

LONG SERVICE AWARDS

August saw J.H.Richards' Business Development Manager, Paul Salloway reaching his 25th year with the Company. He joins the growing number of employees who have passed this landmark, bringing the total to one quarter of the workforce - a clear indication of their committment to the future of the Company.

After graduating from university in 1982 with a BSc. in Metallurgy, Paul
started his career with the company as a trainee foundry manager. During
his time with JH Richards he has been responsible for the introduction of
a number of innovations from the introduction of spin casting, BS 5750 and
ISO 9001 implementation as well as business computing and CAD/CAM systems.

In his spare time Paul is active in the Territorial Army and has risen to
the rank of Lt.Colonel.

RESTORATION ON THE MERSEY

Merseyside based tugboat Danial Adamson, commissioned in 1903 is being restored by its preservation society - a dedicated team of volunteer engineers and enthusiasts. J.H.Richards is supporting this project by remetalling the con-rods, main and thrust bearings.

For more inforamtion on this fascinating work visit the preservation society's web site at www.danieladamson.co.uk

July 2008:

FAR EAST CONNECTIONS

Supported by Birmingham Chamber of Commerce, Dave Cole, the Company's representative has recently returned from a successful sales trip to Malaysia. As a result, J.H.Richards has been able to forge links with a number of companies in the region and has successfully completed the first, of what is expected to be a number of projects.

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