A Brighton joinery manufacturer has created new business for itself since investing in mitre-jointing machinery.
AA Taylor, which celebrates its 80th anniversary this month, has seen production speed up since investing in the Mitre Master machinery, a basic computer package and spray equipment.
Sue Taylor, who runs AA Taylor with husband Andy, said: ‘It’s opened up another market. People do not necessarily want traditional joinery, they may want a finish that involves a more modern profile with smaller mouldings.’
Three machines are involved in the mitre-jointing process – one to cut grooves for metal chevrons, another to insert the chevrons and a third to cut transom/mullion joints. The system helps eliminate unnecessary end grain exposure, resulting in a longer-lasting product.
AA Taylor produces doors, windows and conservatories using the system but it still does traditional hand-crafted joinery because of the need to match existing specifications on some listed buildings.
A computer package helps control the machinery’s operations, giving information on the job required, costs and how much time is required. Semi-skilled workers can easily be trained to use the system.
Mitre Master jointing systems retail from between £20,000-30,000.
