TAKING CARE OF BUSINESS Plenty of proactive initiatives are evident at DK Holdings. For instance, the company is an active member of the Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce. In particular, it engages extensively with the chamber’s Kent & Medway Focus Group (KMFG), a networking and business group specifically for manufacturing and engineering organisations. KMFG helps the company gain access to peers, colleagues, sector specific information, advice and support. DK Holdings has also worked with the Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) in Sheffield and the National Composites Centre (NCC) in Bristol. In fact, the company is a member of the Composites UK trade association, which helps it attend the annual JEC World exhibition in Paris - the globe’s biggest trade show for the composites industry. “Proactive efforts centring on our culture of in-house manufacturing, investment in new technologies, ongoing skills development, and engagement with regional and national business communities mean we continue to sustain our position as a leading UK producer and exporter of high-quality diamond tooling,” says John Emptage. “We’re also providing employment and training opportunities right here in Kent as part of our long-standing company strategy, which is paramount to success.” Balancing heritage in business involves preserving core values and traditions while embracing innovation to ensure long-term competitiveness and growth. “We remain focused on innovation, supporting our workforce, and serving both local and international markets with the DK quality for which we are renowned,” he concludes.
MEGA-Speed-Drill-Titan The double-edged solid carbide drill is specially designed for high-speed titanium machining and is the first choice for series production. The low build-up edge formation is achieved by a highly polished coating, which creates a low-friction surface and thus enables longer service life. With four guide chamfers for optimal roundness and a convex cutting edge for greater stability, the drill guarantees smooth and reliable machining.
‘We have 70 people here, including many talented, qualified and highly experienced diamond tooling design engineers’
INVEST TO PROGRESS Continuous investment in R&D and new machines is also vital. DK Holdings designs, develops and manufactures in-house at its four production workshops. On site can found an extensive range of fully automatic, high- precision CNC machines that make products autonomously. Providing high-end diamond tooling to sectors like aerospace and Formula 1 means there is no margin for error. ISO 9001 certification assures customer confidence regarding accuracy and quality. Of course, business hurdles continue to appear, notably the recent increase in employer National Insurance (NI) contributions. “We continue to face challenges – just like so many other SMEs – but through robust business models, fiscal discipline and the dedication of our staff, we have weathered them all.”
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