Precision sheet metal firm KMF has invested a further £200,000 into the business - to increase efficiency at its North Staffordshire base.
The Newcastle-under-Lyme firm has injected the cash into three new storage towers to help with inventory management and part control.
The new equipment has replaced outdated units at KMF's High Carr Business Park site and will allow the company to better trace parts moving out of the factory.
The new towers are also space and labour-saving devices that provide efficient storage space and enable the fast retrieval of parts.
They feature software that can be programmed to allow only authorised users access to certain trays, ensuring that only the correct components are picked – and removes the need to manually enter part numbers.
Commercial director Keith Nicholl said: "We already have a number of systems from market leader, Kardex, so we're familiar with how they operate and link with our ERP system.
"This is an exciting investment for KMF, and one which will help to keep us ahead of the game in respect to inventory management and part control across our facilities."
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The latest investment comes after KMF recently spent more than £1 million on two new machines to help increase capacity and improve efficiencies.
