KMF Precision Sheet Metal helps speed up self-service check in

"As a software and systems developer we do not want or need to be involved in the manufacturing process," says Chris Hurley, chief technical officer at Phase 5 Technology. "In the early days of the project we spent a lot of time and money dealing with various suppliers to create the first prototype kiosks, which was frustrating and expensive. We quickly recognised that this process had to be developed and a company with more diverse manufacturing skills was required. Having read about the work that KMF was doing with Coffee Nation (click here) to design, build and integrate its self service coffee bars, we got in touch. From the outset KMF has been very professional, and far more sophisticated than our previous suppliers." One of the key elements in the success of this partnership was the speed at which KMF reacted to design changes, rising to the challenges whenever they appeared thanks to its in-house design team. "KMF now controls all aspects of manufacture for Phase 5 Technology, from design, through prototyping and final production, with emphasis on design for manufacture to keep unit costs down, they take care of the sourcing for all of the components and the logistics of delivering to our customers," commented Mr Hurley. With the first of these self service check-in kiosks installed at East Midlands Airport, Phase 5 Technology is confident that they are set to revolutionise the passenger experience allowing travellers to check-in for their flights in just 21 seconds, compared to the 1 minute 30 seconds that current systems take.