Saintfield based company, Donite Plastics, has announced its partnership with the Northern Ireland Technology Centre at Queen\u2019s University, Belfast to work on a project that will assist in the growth of the UK\u2019s aerospace sector. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The funding for the project, which was awarded by the National Aerospace Technology Exploitation Programme (NATEP), co-funded by Innovate UK and the Aerospace Technology Institute (ATI), will see the Saintfield company and Queen\u2019s University develop automated assembly and introduce an exciting new product in aircraft interiors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
After a rigorous application process, Stephen Kissick, Donite Plastics\u2019 Business Development Manager, claims that the funding award is testament to the company\u2019s commitment to continuous improvement, adopting new technologies and pioneering in the thermoforming sector. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cOn behalf of the entire team at Donite Plastics, we are very proud to have been selected to partner with Queen\u2019s University on this prestigious project,\u201d Stephen said. \u201cWe\u2019re very excited to be able to use our knowledge and expertise to help further the aerospace sector, particularly after the challenges posed by the pandemic.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Patrick Knight, Engineering and R&D Manager at Donite Plastics said; \u201cThe aerospace sector is renowned for its innovation, and through continuous improvement in both staff, technologies and machinery, we have the capability to provide quality products in a rapid turnaround time, which stands us in very good stead for this project. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cAs the leading industrial thermoforming company in Ireland, this latest project now cements Donite Plastics as a centre for innovation and pioneering technology with highly skilled staff and a breadth of capabilities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWorking on a project with a range of partners is something quite new for Donite Plastics, but we are confident that we can deliver and that we will continue to build upon our advanced capabilities.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Meanwhile, Rory Collins, from the Northern Ireland Technology Centre at Queen\u2019s University added: \u201cWe\u2019re delighted to be partnering with Donite Plastics on what we know will be a very successful project. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cOne of our main aims is to put Northern Ireland on the map as a world leader in terms of technology, manufacturing and innovation, which this project will achieve. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe have a wealth of fantastic companies right on our doorstep, as well as a highly skilled workforce that can make a real difference to the aerospace sector and indeed all other sectors.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Elsewhere, Steven Stanley, NATEP Technology Manager, added: \u201cWe\u2019re delighted to have Donite Plastics and the Northern Ireland Technology Centre at Queen\u2019s University on board as part of this project. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cBoth teams have a vast amount of experience and know-how, and we recognise that they are the perfect addition to the team \u2013 congratulations Donite Plastics and the Northern Ireland Technology Centre.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Saintfield based company, Donite Plastics, has announced its partnership with the Northern Ireland Technology Centre at Queen\u2019s University, Belfast to work on a project that will assist in the growth of the UK\u2019s aerospace sector. The funding for the project, which was awarded by the National Aerospace Technology Exploitation Programme (NATEP), co-funded by Innovate UK […]<\/p>\n