CRANE Garden Buildings has installed a state-of-the-art planer and moulder machine, a Weinig Solid Profile P700, at its Norfolk workshop, marking a significant step forward in its manufacturing capabilities.
The project, which allows timber to be planed and moulded to an exceptionally high standard, has been part-funded by Norfolk County Council through the Business Growth Fund.
The new machine enables the business to further enhance its in-house production and continue investing in quality craftsmanship, improving both precision and efficiency across Crane’s range of premium garden buildings. By refining this stage of the process, Crane is able to retain even greater control over the quality of its materials and the finish of every building it produces.
Bringing more of the manufacturing process in-house also strengthens Crane’s long-standing commitment to British craftsmanship, while supporting skilled employment within its Norfolk based team, with the investment set to create at least two new jobs.
Nick Crane, partner at Crane Garden Buildings, said: “This is a very important step for us as a business. It allows us to have even greater control over the quality of our timber and the precision of every component we produce.
“We’re incredibly grateful for the support from Norfolk County Council, which has helped make this possible. It means we can continue to invest in our workshop, our team and the way we manufacture our buildings here in Norfolk.
“What always sets Crane apart is the care and craftsmanship that goes into every building. This machine enhances that, supporting our skilled team and the work they do every day.”
As demand for high-quality, year-round garden buildings continues to grow, the new planer and moulder will also support increased production capacity, ensuring Crane can meet demand while maintaining its exacting standards.
The installation forms part of Crane’s ongoing programme of investment in its Norfolk workshop, reinforcing its position as a leading British manufacturer of premium garden buildings.
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