HT Brigham & Co Ltd, a leader in metal presswork, has strategically upgraded its manufacturing capabilities with the refurbishment of a 250-ton Rhodes progression press. This investment strengthens the company’s metal forming operations and enhances capacity across its production lines, directly supporting increased customer demand by ensuring greater reliability, flexibility, and throughput in high-volume pressing applications.
Doug Allen, Chief Executive of HT Brigham, emphasised the company’s commitment to operational excellence. “At the core of our Brigham Operating System (BOS) is the understanding that for our people to thrive — and they are the bedrock of our success — we must provide them with the optimal environment and the best tools,” Allen stated. This investment aligns with a broader strategic vision driven by data-led decision-making and continuous performance analysis.
The refurbishment follows a management buyout in 2022 and revitalises the Rhodes press — an industrial workhorse in high-volume, multi-stage forming operations. This upgrade enables HT Brigham to execute complex metal forming processes with increased consistency, reduced downtime, and enhanced flexibility. The decision not only extends the operational life of a critical asset but also future-proofs the company’s production capabilities against shifting market dynamics and increasingly stringent quality demands.
With over 75 years of experience in delivering metal pressings across diverse volumes and applications, HT Brigham boasts a reputation for precision and dependability. The refurbishment of the Rhodes press underscores the company’s heritage of marrying long-established manufacturing expertise with a commitment to innovation. This approach ensures the company can scale with confidence while maintaining tight tolerances and repeatability in demanding production environments.
This strategic investment reinforces HT Brigham’s ability to provide uninterrupted, high-volume output — a critical requirement in sectors where supply chain continuity and production reliability are non-negotiable. Ultimately, the Rhodes press refurbishment signifies HT Brigham’s long-term commitment to advancing the standards of metal presswork. Through strategic investment, technical refinement, and operational foresight, the company remains firmly positioned at the forefront of UK manufacturing.
