Slack & Parr goes for Doosan number 21

The machine – a Doosan NM 410 3-axis vertical machining centre - was installed at Slack & Parr’s Kegworth facility (Derbyshire), in October 2008 and is being used to manufacture complex high value aerospace and motor sport components from barstock, castings and forgings of exotic and Super Alloy materials. The machine was selected by Slack & Parr for its high cutting capability, machining flexibility, reliability and cost-competitiveness. Another key consideration that affected the purchase decision was the after-sales service and support provided by Mills. “We are clearly no stranger to Doosan machine tools or to Mills for that matter,” said Richard Hallsworth, Slack & Parr’s managing director. “In recent years we have made significant investment in a number of CNC milling machines, lathes and multi-axis mill-turn centres from Mills – and have always been impressed by the performance of the machines and the level of support we receive. “When we were on the look-out for additional milling capability – after-sales service was an important factor in the decision making process, and Mills’ commitment and capability in this area are second to none.” Nick Frampton, Mills’ managing director, said: “Our relationship with Slack & Parr goes back 10 years and continues to go from strength to strength. We are delighted that Slack & Parr have invested in their 21st machine from us.”