Bradeans Tool & Die Incorporates Enterprise Resource Planning System
January 19, 2015 – Amherst, NS – Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
Bradeans Tool & Die of Amherst continues to invest in new technology to better serve their aerospace clients. The company’s latest investment is an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system. The Honourable Rob Moore, Minister of State (ACOA), and Parliamentary Secretary Scott Armstrong announced Government of Canada support for the project today.
Established in 2002, Bradeans specializes in five-axis machining of tools and parts for the aircraft manufacturing sector. The company creates built-to-specification products including drop hammer dies, stretch form blocks and injection moulds. Continual improvement of infrastructure and processes allows them to meet the demanding requirements of the aerospace industry.
One such improvement was the 2013 addition of two five-axis vertical milling centers with a robotic tender. These machines produce highly complex parts with intricate shapes and have enabled Bradeans to create new types of components with great efficiency. Armed with the new technology, Bradeans’ machining capability is now one of the most advanced in the industry. The Government of Canada provided a $223,000 repayable contribution toward the equipment through ACOA, to help Bradeans meet the expanding needs of their customers and secure new business from aircraft manufacturers.
Now, to further advance their capacity, Bradeans is adding an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system that tracks quality control data and assists management in making timely, informed decisions. The system will eliminate duplicate data entry and improve overall operational efficiency.
The Government of Canada is providing a repayable contribution of $63,360 toward the project, through ACOA’s Business Development Program (BDP).
Quick Facts:
- The company name, Bradeans, is comprised of the first names of its two Co-Founders, Brad Sprague and Dean Smith.
- Bradeans is AS9100:2009, Rev C and ISO 9001:2008 certified. These quality management certifications are internationally-recognized and considered as benchmark aerospace production standards.
- Bradeans works on a wide range of aerospace projects and virtually all types of aircraft including rotary-blade helicopters, fixed wing jets and turbo props.
Quotes:
“Innovation is critical to support existing industries in Atlantic Canada and to develop new ones. That’s why our Government is committed to encouraging technology adoption that will increase the productivity, growth and competitiveness of businesses. Bradeans Tool & Die understands the importance of continuous improvement in an increasingly competitive global economy.”
- The Honourable Rob Moore, Minister of State (Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency)
“Bradeans has grown to become a local success story here in Amherst, by focusing on quality and precision. Our Government is pleased to stand behind them as they continue to grow. To continue to maximize our region’s economic success, we need smart, forward-thinking companies like Bradeans who know the greatest business growth comes from pursuing international markets.”
- Scott Armstrong, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Employment and Social Development and Member of Parliament for Cumberland-Colchester-Musquodoboit Valley
“In a manufacturing environment as tough as the one that exists today, the key to success is in a company’s ability to find and implement the best technological advantages available. Bradeans’ focus has always been to bring these technologies together with our highly motivated and skilled group of employees. This ensures that we offer our current and future customers the quality and value they deserve.”
- Dean Smith, Co-Founder and Vice-President, Bradeans Tool & Die
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Contacts:
Kelsie Corey
Director of Communications
Office of the Minister of State
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
613-941-7241
Alex Smith
Director, Communications and Outreach
Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
902-426-9417/902-830-3839 (cell)
E-mail: Alex.Smith@acoa-apeca.gc.ca
Dean Smith
Co-Founder and Vice-President
Bradeans Tools & Die
902-661-0669
E-mail: bradeans@bradeans.com
