, LB170006 N CMT is delighted to receive the Business Innovator Award, which provides important recognition of the remarkable progress the company has made in the development and commercialisation of advanced metal matrix composite materials. Fibre preforms are infused with molten aluminium, producing package efficient, lightweight components with exceptional mechanical properties. With conventional metals approaching their performance limits, AMCs provide a new class of lightweight, high performance materials, which are generating interest from many sectors, including consumer products, defence, marine, industrial, rail and energy. Automotive, heavy truck and aerospace applications are in the forefront of development, as light weight and low inertia contribute directly to a reduction in CO2 emissions and improved fuel economy. However, ground-breaking material solutions are not sufficient by themselves to generate business – they must be fast to market, with certified, repeatable performance and costs commensurate with industry expectations. The reluctance of customers to adopt new materials, arising from a perception of technical risk and complexity, must be overcome. CMT tackles this by listening to customers and addressing their concerns – a research and development business with a pragmatic, commercial focus. As a result, the company has produced material solutions that are both practical and affordable. An example is the development of AMC inserts which can be incorporated within cast aluminium components and fused to the overcast material, Secure Empty Property operates fast-response teams from local depots to protect property from the risks associated with vandalism, arson, squatting and theft. Simon outlines how the firm’s innovative and client focused service offering is the secret behind its success so far. “Here at Secure Empty Property, our success can be put down to a very simple reason – total customer satisfaction. We do not use call-centres or automated dialling systems. Every call to us is taken by an expert in property security who can help clients there and then. Often we can quote for our services straight away and complete the job next day. As a result, the client gets peace of mind that their valuable property assets are protected. “To ensure peace of mind for our clients, our services are backed by most insurance companies and as such we can meet all policy conditions from a one-stop-shop. Our services are available on a short-term hire basis so clients have complete flexibility about how long they need our services. This is important as timescales that a property is vacant can vary enormously. We work for a wide range of organisations around the property, security and facilities industries including landlords, managing agents, house-builders, guarding and maintenance companies, developers, insurers, insolvency and repossession companies and the like. “Our security services are wide ranging to suit the wide range of properties we are tasked with security. These include remotely monitored, wireless and battery- powered temporary intruder and smoke detection alarms. In addition, we can target-harden access into a property by installing temporary anti- vandal doors and window screens.” Overall, the future looks bright for Secure Empty Property as the firm plans to adapt and grow in order to provide its clients with the services they need going forward, as Simon is proud to conclude. “Looking ahead, our plans are to develop our depot network to provide even faster response to clients and we have the opportunity to develop our industry into mainland Europe.” providing localised reinforcement and extracting maximum benefit from the fibre preform. The resultant cost reductions have been instrumental in opening new markets. In parallel, CMT has invested heavily in its technical services, conscious that customers require a ‘full service’ capability to support their implementation of new materials and the associated technology transfer. The company can now provide design and analysis, prototyping, test and evaluation services to supplement its proven component manufacturing capabilities. Ultimately, CMT’s most valuable asset is its people. Talented, knowledgeable and enthusiastic, they are dedicated to developing the very best product solutions for their customers. The company continues to invest heavily in research, producing new composite material formulations that are both innovative and practicable. CMT is a rare example of a materials research company making a successful transition to a manufacturing business. The company remains focused on its corporate mission – to be a world-leading advanced materials technology company, delivering high quality, cost effective, material solutions for its customers. Best Property Security Company 2017 - UK Best Advanced Materials Technology Company - UK CompositeMetal Technology Ltd, (CMT) develops continuous fibre reinforced aluminiummatrix composite (AMC) materials, manufactured using an innovative, patented process which enables the rapid production of AMC components of high quality. We explore the secrets behind the firm’s success. Company: Secure Empty Property Limited Contact: Simon Broadbent Contact Email: simon.broad- bent@secureemptyproperty. com Address: Integrity House, Three Point Business Park, Charles Lane, Haslingden, Rossendale Lancashire, BB4 5EH, UK Phone: 0330 088 1973 Website: secureemptyproper- ty.com Secure Empty Property is a nationwide contractor providing physical, electronic andmanned security solutions to vacant commercial and residential property. We invited Simon Broadbent to tell us more. 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