Factory Tour - PP Control & Automation

PP Control & Automation Factory Tour: Innovation, Automation & Sustainable Growth

📍 Location: PP Control & Automation, Landywood Green, Cheslyn Hay, West Midlands, WS6 7AL
📅 Date: Thursday, 10th April 2025 | ⏰ Time: 9AM-11.30AM
👞 Safety Requirements: Please wear sensible shoes!

Overview

Step inside PP Control & Automation (PP C&A), a leader in strategic outsourcing and automation solutions for machinery builders across energy, packaging, food processing, and high-tech industries.

Following a record-breaking £36.5M year in 2023, PP C&A is on track for further growth, building on major investments in automation, sustainability, and workforce development. With a focus on innovation, operational excellence, and smart supply chain integration, the company continues to evolve, supporting customers in fast-growing sectors such as energy infrastructure, grid upgrades, and data centers.

This factory tour offers unparalleled insight into automation-driven manufacturing, sustainability initiatives, and talent development, providing practical takeaways for businesses looking to optimize their operations.

What You’ll Experience

🔹 Company Presentation: Growth, Sustainability & People-First Innovation

• Gain insights into PP C&A’s continuous expansion and strategic investments in automation and smart supply chains.
• Discover how the company is integrating sustainability into its operations to drive energy efficiency and waste reduction.
• Learn how PP C&A’s people-first approach and training initiatives are creating a skilled workforce for the future.

🔹 Advanced Manufacturing & Automation Facility

• Komax Zeta 640 Harness Machine – Experience how automation is transforming cable assembly for enhanced efficiency.
• Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Manufacturing Facility – A £100,000 investment in precision electronics assembly.
• Smart automation & manufacturing processes, demonstrating how PP C&A maintains its reputation for world-class quality and efficiency.

🔹 Sustainability in Manufacturing

• ISO 14001-certified environmental management, ensuring sustainable operations.
• Solar energy solutions powering the facility and reducing carbon footprint.
• Ecomax voltage optimization devices, enhancing energy efficiency.
• Sustainable supply chain strategies minimizing waste and maximizing operational effectiveness.

🔹 Apprenticeship & Talent Development

• Bright Sparks University & In-House Training School – PP C&A’s investment in nurturing future talent and advancing STEM education.
• Learn how the company develops highly skilled engineers and supports long-term workforce sustainability.

Agenda

🕘 9:00 AM – Arrival & Networking

• Enjoy refreshments while connecting with industry professionals.

🕤 9:45 AM – Welcome & Presentation

• Gain insights into PP C&A’s innovation, sustainability, and growth strategy.

🕙 10:15 AM – Fully Guided Factory Tour

• Visit automation cells, sustainable manufacturing zones, the ESD facility, and the Komax Zeta 640 Harness Machine.
• Engage with industry experts throughout the tour, with opportunities to ask questions and discuss best practices.

🕚 11:30 AM – Event Close

Why Attend?

✅ Exclusive Access: Tour one of the UK’s most advanced automation and manufacturing facilities.
✅ Sustainability Focus: Learn how green manufacturing processes and energy efficiency strategies are shaping the future.
✅ Industry Insights: Understand how automation and strategic outsourcing are transforming the sector.
✅ Workforce & Skills Development: Gain insights into PP C&A’s apprenticeship and talent development initiatives.
✅ Networking Opportunities: Engage with business leaders and industry experts throughout the tour.

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