The Carrickfergus company is sponsored through the programme by Collins Aerospace (formerly Rockwell Collins); the newly formed aviation giant which combines the strengths of two of aerospace’s leading innovators, Rockwell Collins and United Technologies.
IPC Mouldings is a single source solution supplying a full service with mould tool design and manufacture, CNC machining, production and assembly of components using high performance engineering polymers for aircraft interiors and other industries.
Last week the UK Government launched the Aerospace Sector Deal with £10 million matched by industry for a new supply chain competitiveness programme to build on the success of SC21 to support SMEs in the UK aerospace supply chain.
Following receipt of the award, Joanne Liddle, managing director of IPC Mouldings said: “It is a very proud moment in the company’s 24-year history. As we celebrate receiving the SC21 award for a third time, it emphasises our commitment to excellence, dedication to best practice and high-quality manufacturing which are IPC’s core business values. The support of Invest NI and ADS throughout this programme has been instrumental to our success.
“The IPC team is passionate about quality and performance and there is a shared culture to innovate, improve operations and pursue a future of continual growth and development.”
Dr Leslie Orr, director ADS NI, said: “Northern Ireland has a very strong aerospace supply base. SC21 recognition is a valuable accolade that will not only strengthen the relationship IPC Mouldings has with their customers but also add to the strength of the aerospace sector in the region. This is indeed great news for IPC Mouldings.”
“With an average performance of 99% quality and delivery sustained over five years, IPC Mouldings is proven to be consistent in business, manufacturing and relationship excellence and this award demonstrates that consistency of excellence to the wider industry and our customers,” concluded Liddle. “Receiving the SC21 Silver award is the best way to end what has been a very successful year for the company and I look forward to seeing what comes of 2019.”
