Factory Tour Event: Ellis Patents | North Yorkshire

Date: 14th November, 9am-11.15am

Location: Ellis Patents, High St, Rillington, North Yorkshire, YO17 8LA

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Join us for an exclusive factory tour at Ellis Patents, a world leader in the design and manufacture of cable cleats and cable management solutions.

Founded in 1962, the company has built a strong reputation for product innovation, quality, and export success. With a commitment to sustainability and product excellence, Ellis Patents serves a wide range of industries including energy, infrastructure, and utilities. 

This event is ideal for SMEs interested in vertical integration, product and process innovations, as well as those looking to expand their global presence. Attendees will gain valuable insights into how Ellis Patents manages its extensive distribution network and navigates the unique challenges of serving diverse international markets, including the US, Europe, and Asia.

What to Expect:

• Innovative Manufacturing Processes: Learn about Ellis Patents' vertically integrated manufacturing capabilities, including their in-house metalworking, toolmaking, and assembly operations. The tour will highlight key areas like the test lab, tool room, and the moulding area, showcasing their approach to product testing, development, and lean manufacturing.

• Exporting Excellence: Hear from Ellis Patents’ Sales Director, who will discuss their global distribution model, the nuances of managing exports to various regions, and the company’s success in navigating different international markets.

• Sustainability in Action: Ellis Patents is proud of its commitment to environmental stewardship, with ISO 14001 accreditation and efforts to reduce its carbon footprint. Attendees will also get a glimpse of the company’s solar power initiatives and their picturesque site featuring wildflower meadows.

• SME Best Practices: This tour is a great opportunity to learn from a company that started with one man and his patent and has grown into a global player. Discover the strategic changes implemented over the last decade, and how Ellis Patents continues to balance growth with its strong company culture of straight-talking, supportive teamwork.

Agenda:

09.00: Guests Arrive
09.00 - 09.45: Refreshments, Breakfast & Networking
09.45 - 10.15: Introduction to the day and Presentations from Senior Management at Ellis Patents
10.15 - 11.05: Guided Factory Tour
11.15: Finish