Staffordshire-based
KMF, a leading sub-contract manufacturer of precision sheet metal components, enclosures, machined components and electro-mechanical assemblies, has seen significant growth of over £1.5 million following its backing of the nationwide move towards increased availability of electric vehicle (EV) charge points.
The company is using its round-the-clock high-volume production capacity to support blue chip EV charge point manufacturers roll out infrastructure in response to the Government’s drive towards ‘net zero’.
As the adoption of electric vehicles gains traction in the UK, EV charge-point manufacturers are searching for partners that have the capability to meet their long-term needs.
Keith Nicholl, KMF Group commercial director (pictured), said: “In 2021, EV sales soared by 78% and the need for EV charge points increased. KMF welcomes increased demand for its metal fabrication services and is well equipped to support the nine-year target towards the full roll-out of EVs in the UK.
“The group’s 255,000ft
2 of sheet metal and precision engineered component manufacturing facilities is ideal for the fabrication of weatherproof and vandal resistant EV charging stations.”
KMF Group uses the latest machinery to deliver all the components that producers in the renewable energy sector need to manufacture and assemble sheet metal-fabricated and metal-engineered products.
Mr Nicholl continued: “Our design and engineering teams collaborate to produce a bespoke metalwork solution for the industry. As we specialise in a range of materials and finishes, KMF can provide resilient housing for the innovative EV technology.”
KMF is currently supplying two of the UK’s largest manufacturers of rapid EV charging infrastructure, which boast partnerships with some of the leading EV manufacturers.
Mr Nicholl concluded: “Orders continue to increase quarter-on-quarter with batch orders which were running at £10,000 now hitting the £100,000 point, demonstrating how rapidly the market is growing.
“Growth is not limited to the UK as our purpose-built Slovakian facility has also recently secured a long-term contract to supply EV points to a global energy management and automation specialist.
“Internally, KMF has changed its company car fleet policy and has recently equipped its sites with EV chargers for use by its own fleet and also for its visitors looking to top up. With substantial investment in EVs, we are passionate about renewable energy and its effects on the planet.”