Door Industry Journal - Spring 2015

Also online at: www.dijonline.co.uk 94 THE door industry journal spring 2015 building hardware feature Cooke Brothers were the first UK Hinge manufacturer to offer a fully CE marked continuous hinge having undergone extensive mechanical and fire testing I need a special hinge, do I need to order large quantities? Not necessarily, Cooke Brothers Ltd have invested heavily in the latest punch laser technology in addition to extensive CAD facilities that enable us to produce products with minimal set up, tooling and development costs, recent examples being bespoke reproduction hinges (Gold plated) for high end National Trust projects and one off manufacture Bonnet Hinges to suit a 1920’s Classic car - shipped directly to America, we will also always try and work with our customers to provide the most cost effective solution for their requirements Do you have facilities to design and develop a product from start to finish? We pride ourselves on being able to offer a one stop solution for all of our customers, right from initial concept, through to design and development, prototype and into full manufacture Cooke Brothers have built an enviable reputation for working with our customers and developing hinging solutions “from concept to reality”, we have worked within project sectors including Automotive, Rail, Heavy Plant Manufacturers, White Goods Manufacturers, Architectural and Engineering Sectors providing solutions for over 140 years Our in-house facilities include in house design and development, tooling manufacture fully automated manufacturing lines, punch laser technology, press brake and forming, secondary processes for piercing and drilling, welding and assembly as well as working with other local sub-contractors to provide an efficient and extensive service. What if I urgently need a hinge off the shelf? Cooke Brothers hold an extensive range of continuous and architectural hinges in stock; our warehouse facility has recently been extended and updated with dedicated storage facilities and despatch systems that allow us the flexibility from offering everything from a collection service right through to same day despatch. We aim to despatch all stock orders placed before 3.00pm on the same day Will you hold stock for me? We are committed to work with our customers to ensure that we deliver their requirements as efficiently as possible, a large number of our loyal customer base enjoy the flexibility of us carrying stock on products that repeat on a weekly or monthly basis, this means they are able to reduce their stocks and free up both space and improve cash flow, we also work with a number of customers who have adopted J.I.T (Just in Time) and Kanban stock management systems , these relationships are built upon trust and confidence My design might require special tooling - can you assist? We have a sister company, Phoenix Tooling and Development, who as well as having a loyal customer base of their own provide day to day support for own manufacturing facility, they also have the latest facilities as far as product and tooling design are concerned and have a fully equipped toolroom staffed with 11 Full Time Toolmakers and designers. Most have come through the ranks from apprentice right through to fully trained mechanical engineers, we have also recently employed a Graduate Engineer who is tasked with developing new products for Cooke Brothers as well as assisting in the development of customer specific projects Can I be confident in your quality?| Cooke Brothers have a fully integrated quality management system ISO 9001, all employees are fully responsible for manufacturing products with a “right first time” approach, we strive daily to produce products that meet and exceed our customers’ expectations Are you able to produce in a wide range of Materials and Finishes? Cooke Brothers are able to produce hinges from al the main material options including Mild Steel, Stainless Steel (Grades 430, 304 and 316), Brass and aluminium as well as offering products from pre-finished material including Zintec, Aluminised and Galvanised material. Our processes enable us to produce products both from coil and sheet material ensuring we are able to offer a fully flexible manufacturing service to our customers We have extensive contacts within the finishing industry that are able to both offer a wide range of both decorative and protective finishes, How can I ensure that a new hinge design will achieve performance and reliability requirements? Ensuring that the Phoenix brand of hinges remains at the pinnacle of design, endurance and performance, Master Hinge Makers Cooke