TekPro, which is a derivation of Technology and Professionalism, are specialists in electromechanical engineering in all its guises; Electrical, Electronic, Pneumatic, Hydraulic, and Mechanical. Based in a modern 14,500 Sq ft facility in picturesque Norfolk with 20 staff, TekPro enjoys a reputation for product quality, on-time delivery and competitive pricing. Their expertise is in the creation of a complete machine/product from concept to market. To this end they utilise their core skills in design, development, engineering, manufacturing, statutory compliance and marketing. The key elements of TekPro’s approach are Simplicity, Focus and Innovation. It is this ability to simplify the product and process that makes TekPro different. Too many engineers try to demonstrate their ability by over complicating and over engineering the product. TekPro are able to remove cost by keeping the engineering simple and provide cost effective manufacturing as a result. They focus on using the appropriate technology for the product. It is by focussing on the key element/requirement of the product that it becomes second nature to engineer solutions that eliminate extravagance in design. Innovation is the essence of TekPro’s philosophy because invariably it is through innovation that products have the edge within the market place. TekPro look always to provide their customer’s with features and benefits within their products that will give market advantage, because their customer’s success is their success.
Their customers range from large global corporate entities to small one-man bands operating over a diverse range of industries. The products they develop and manufacture are usually relative to low volume niche markets (less than a 1000 units per year). Their style is to develop relationships with their customers that endure and grow over the years creating stability for both partners. Continuous improvement is a major feature of the TekPro environment that is structured and developed under their ISO9001:2000 Quality Management System.
Although engineering is at the root of TekPro’s activity, another major part of their service is Statutory and Regulatory compliance. All products sold on world markets have to comply with international standards and TekPro, through experience, has developed a degree of expertise in this area. CE marking in Europe means that products must comply with EC Directives; TekPro will closely follow changes to EC legislation on behalf of their clients, if required.
Manufacturing is the hub of TekPro’s business and their ability to employ the appropriate process for the product, and its volume, is fundamental to achieving cost effective manufacturing. It is the circumstances that relate to the product and market that will decide whether it is Batch, Cell or Line production utilising the principles of Lean, Kaizan, KanBan, etc., not restrictions in plant or expertise, because TekPro has that flexibility.
After Sales support is a key part of the TekPro offering because TekPro position themselves as a manufacturing partner with their clients. Product development does not end at the factory gate, they continue to be involved and interested in the product and its effective use by supporting the clients sales and service activities. It is through this element of TekPro’s business that the product and manufacturing process is honed to give reliability and customer satisfaction in the field.
Professionalism is at the heart of the TekPro ethos and to that end they operate ethically and with integrity. Clients who bring their ideas/concepts to TekPro can rest assured that confidentiality and IPR protection are safe in TekPro’s hands. They will assist in Patent applications if required and add value via product development to the intellectual property. This is not through some high minded moral code but simply good business practice, because TekPro’s goal is the manufacturing contract and a long term relationship with their clients. But it is not just about their external face, internally TekPro have invested in fully integrated ERP systems software to complement their ISO9001:2000 Quality Management System to effect the control and measurement for successful management and ultimately customer satisfaction.