Expansion and relocation
Case studies
Expansion of existing production facilities
Rockwool Limited faced a number of challenges when they wanted
to expand their production facilities on their existing site
in Pencoed, near Bridgend. The expansion was a potentially complex
and sensitive issue, which required planning consent from the
local authority.
Rockwool's Steve Hurley explains:
"Robert Chapman & Company were initially used as a 'tactics adviser', helping us establish contact with key local authority players and also suggesting specialised consultancies to put together our Environmental Planning Application."
"They then assisted us with the whole planning application process and we have been delighted with the successful outcome. By using such a professional team, led by Robert Chapman & Company, we were able to concentrate on what we do best, which is to manufacture, market and sell high quality insulation products, knowing that we were in safe and competent hands."
Relocating manufacturing facilities
Relocating a manufacturing facility is fraught with difficulty and impacts on every aspect of the business. Loseley Ice Cream in Cwmbran faced this challenge as the business grew. The company opted to relocate and sought advice and assistance from Robert Chapman & Company.
The company is now based on the former Panasonic site in Cwmbran on a 13.5 acre site with an 80,000 sq. ft. production facility, operating a double shift system, dedicated visitor centre, special eco-friendly reed bed water treatment system, rain water harvesting and nature trail.
As Tim Wilson, Loseley's Managing Director explains:
"Robert Chapman found us an excellent site with the right amount of space for our needs and truly excellent logistical benefits. We now have one of the most modern and efficient facilities in Europe ."