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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Goderich Signal-Star, 1986-11-05, Page 132GSS/Wednesday, Nov. 5, 1986 Mi . _:e Sully Continued from 'Pe9e 3 With developments in several key areas, Champion is solidifying its position in the marketplace and ably preparing for the future. Mike says the company has made achievements in three key areas. "We have better management control; we have improved technology through CAD -CAM and new equipment and we are conscious of quality," he offered. "We have a . ,rrR,r r,a-nrif•l 4„•_1 d`t-a iia ei1 t 7 cost by 20 percent. We have even kxceeded that in some cases." While the company has taken steps to improve its manufacturing technology and capabilities, it has alsci4ulfilled a goal through the establkshment of its training and development centre. Now, with its own in-house training facility, Champion can adequately meet its skilled labour requirements. Things are falling in to place for Champion and Mike admits that with success in the cost -reduction department, coupled with a commitment to quality, the company will be successful. "Right now we have a super product, conscientious people and we're a little more professional about what we do," he said. "We have become leaders in technology, management control and quality. Already our product is the best product available in the marketplace and that shouldn't stop. Now people think Champion." Mayor Eileen Palmer, MP Murray Cardiff, Employment Minister Flora MacDonald, Warden Leona Armstrong and Mike and Mark Sully were on hand for the opening of Champion's training centre. KANMET: Depended on for' precision quality castings. Top: Workers pour molten, iron (26000F) into mold. Right: - Bruce Fisher and Jim Fellows of Champion check over a new Kanmet 554 Ib. cast differential housing prototype upon arrival. Kanmet wishes to congratulate Champion Road on the occasion of their 100th Anniversary. Kanmet has been a supplier of ductile and grey iron castings to Champion for several years. At Kanmet we produce ductile and grey iron castings to all types of industries. Top quality achieved with the help of the latest technology and dedicated people. Castings from No. 5 to No. 800 all receive the same amount of quality and inspection to ensure soundness and reliability. We at Kanmet are proud to have been a part of Champion Road's success for part of their 100 years and are looking forward to another 100 years together. KAN MET A DIVISION OF MASSEY COMBINES CORPORATION 633 MARGARET ST., CAMBRIDGE, ONTARIO Tel: (519) 653-7121 Telex: 069-59382