On a Saturday at the end of March, NEIDA were approached by Rolls Royce to manufacture a variety of stainless steel, aluminium and plastic turned components. After receiving the drawings the following day, it was decided that NEIDA’s Star Sliding Head machines would be perfect for the project.
NEIDA was then tasked with producing 12 components, a total of 90,000 parts, to be delivered in seven days but ended up manufacturing around 290,000 components as the project expanded to eight weeks long.
“The ventilator project gave us a renewed focus at a time when being at work was being questions due to the coronavirus pandemic. It was heartening that the entire workforce embraced the challenge, working extended hours and weekends to ensure we could satisfy the demand. We’re immensely proud of the achievement of our employees companywide in making this happen.“
David Brown, NEIDA Commercial Director
Apprenticeships at NEIDA offer the opportunity to learn in a work-based environment for individuals wanting to gain hands-on experience and upskill in a sector of interest whilst earning a competitive salary supported by approved training providers. Alongside on-the-job training, apprentices are required to attend college once a week for classroom-based learning and complete formal assessments to obtain a nationally recognised qualification.
NEIDA offers Mechanical and Electrical Engineering apprenticeship schemes at our manufacturing sites in Stoke-on-Trent and the Isle-of-Wight.
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In 2024, NEIDA has significantly expanded its operational area, invested in state-of-the-art machinery, and reinforced its commitment to quality assurance, positioning itself for continued growth and success in the precision components industry.
NEIDA and employees continue to participate in various charity projects and events, with significant activities planned for 2024.
Congratulations to Simon Fisher on his retirement after an impressive 50 years in the industry, with 19 of those years spent as the General Manager at Blue 62, Isle of Wight.
Congratulations to recently graduated Apprentice Declan Davies on securing full-time CNC Escomatic position at NEIDA.
NEIDA has recently acquired a high-speed CNC rotary transfer machine, marking a substantial investment in advanced manufacturing technology. This acquisition underscores NEIDA’s commitment to enhancing production efficiency and meeting increasing market demands.
NEIDA introduces cutting-edge Escomatic machinery to elevate precision and efficiency in manufacturing, reinforcing our commitment to quality and innovation across diverse sectors.
Congratulations to Stuart Morris, retiring after over 60 years in industry.
NEIDA introduces advanced Star Sliding Head Machines, enhancing precision and efficiency in our manufacturing operations.
From 5th – 11th February businesses across the UK come together for National Apprentice Week 2024.
NEIDA will support students at St Joseph’s College to design, build and race a Greenpower Electric Car.
Congratulations to our Managing Director, David Brown, recently appointed the new president of the British Turned Parts Manufacturing Association.
NEIDA has increased capacity with the addition of an Index CNC Multi-Spindle MS40-6 at our Stoke-On-Trent Head Office and Manufacturing Site.
Neida has taken delivery of an additional Fixed Head CNC Machine for the production of complex large diameter turned parts.
St Joseph’s College, sponsored by NEIDA, win an award at this year’s Young Engineer of the Year competition.
NEIDA invests in advanced machinery to maintain precision and meet global market demands, ensuring top-notch quality through strategic acquisitions and continual enhancement of manufacturing capabilities.
After completing an A-level in Engineering, Amelia Reeves has enrolled on a Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship in Business Administration at NEIDA.
Due to continuous growth, NEIDA has two additional CNC sliding head machines on order.
NEIDA are proud to continue its business partnership with the local Foodbank.
Congratulations to recently graduated Machining Apprentices Ethan Rotherham and Adam Thompson on securing full-time CNC sliding head setter positions at NEIDA.
The extensive investment programme at Neida continues in 2022 with the purchase of two additional CNC sliding head machines.
NEIDA and Employees have participated in many charity projects and events throughout 2021.
Due to continuous growth, NEIDA has two additional CNC sliding head machines on order.
For the seventh consecutive year, NEIDA have once again sponsored St Joseph’s College in Trent Vale, Stoke-on-Trent for this years Young Engineer of the Year award.
After completing work experience in the Quality department at NEIDA, Tom Farmiloe, has enrolled on an EAL Level 2 Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering with a technical support technician pathway.
NEIDA are proud to sponsor Finance Manager Sharon Brown, running 2021 Potters ‘Arf for leading, independent mental health charity North Staffs Mind.
NEIDA Warehouse relocation to St Modwen Park, South Stoke, increases operational facilities to over 100,000 Sq Ft.
At NEIDA we are proud to be able to support both local families and charities through donations and fundraising.
NEIDA are proud to pledge a donation of £1,000 to support our local community.
The extensive investment programme at NEIDA continues in 2021 with the purchase of an SX-38 CNC sliding head machine.
Congratulations to recently graduated Business Administration Apprentice, Phoebe Bentley, in securing a full-time position within our busy commercial department at NEIDA.
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to change how the world is working, the manufacturing industry has seen a significant impact on how it operates. However, when asked to take part in VentilatorChallengeUK NEIDA were more than ready.
As the situation surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, we would like to confirm that our supply chain is currently unaffected and that both our offices and factory will remain operational during the second lockdown period.
For the sixth consecutive year, NEIDA have once again sponsored St Joseph’s College in Trent Vale, Stoke-on-Trent for this years Young Engineer of the Year award.
NEIDA continues sponsorship of local athlete.
St Joseph’s College, sponsored by NEIDA, win an award at this year’s Young Engineer of the Year competition.
Eight members of NEIDA staffs have raised a massive total of £574 for local charity, The Douglas MacMillan Hospice, by taking parts in the UK Corporate Games which this year was held in Stoke-on-Trent.
NEIDA take delivery of two new Nano machines.
NEIDA will see installation of two additional Sliding Head machines.
Following further investment, NEIDA will see installation of an additional Star SR32-J sliding head machine.
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