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Transaid Trucks Arrive In Zambia

Rachel Reed — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 08:02:17 +0000

The trucks arrived safely in Zambia after a long 50+ day journey from the UK via Southampton.

Transaid and Levy Kamanga, the Director of the ITCT in Zambia where the trucks will operate from, were delighted to receive the trucks and thanked everyone involved for their ongoing support.

The arrival of their first rigid truck means the ITCT will now be able to offer driver training in a new class and it also adds additional resources meaning that more trainees will be able to receive vital practical training experience to equip them with the skill to be safer drivers.

We look forward to receiving images of the trucks in operation.

'Extending' Loyalty

Rachel Reed — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 08:29:26 +0000

Back in 2002 we first designed a rigid caravan transporter for Anthony Clarke of Quantock Caravan Services.

In 2010, Anthony has returned for a second transporter, to run alongside the previous one.

Anthony says of the old transporter (pictured below on the left) 'we have never had to even put a spanner on it or even change the hydraulic oil'.

The new vehicle (pictured above right) a Scania R114 was supplied to us as a 4x2 chassis cab.

We extended the wheelbase and fitted a single wheeled tag lift axle.

The caravan body was built to the same specification and includes an extending rear floor section, tool lockers and a radio controlled hydraulic winch.

To read the full case study click here.

Once the Engineering Department had completed their part of the job, it was then passed to the Bodyshop for shotblasting, priming and gloss painting in the striking Quantock Caravan Services livery.

We wish Anthony luck with his new truck and look forward to welcoming him back in another 8 years to manufacture his third Britcom caravan transporter!

We Paint Any Type Of Vessel

Rachel Reed — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 07:21:42 +0000

Autoclaves are specialised pressure and heat vessels used in the manufacture of high temperature moulded items including carbon fibre.

The Autoclave Group approached Britcom as we are one of only a handful of companies who could manage the handling, shotblasting and painting of this type of unit.

This particular unit is 8 metres long, 3.9 metres diameter and weighs approximately 12 tonnes. It is for an end user in the Aerospace industry.

The vessel was shotblasted inside and outside. The inside faces were then painted using an aluminium paint heat resistant to 600 degrees centigrade. The outside was coated with a heavy fill, Epoxy primer followed by a high gloss EHS 2 pack acrylic paint.

The Autoclave Group were delighted with the result and have since placed two further orders.

Since then a 3m autoclave has been completed (see before and after pics below), and we are currently in the process of refurbishing a third autoclave vessel.

Britcom Welcomes Nick To The Fold

Rachel Reed — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 08:21:37 +0000

Nick joins us as Trainee Commercial Vehicle Sales Executive from Aston University where he has recently achieved a 2:1 in Business Admin & Public Policy.

Nick's previous work experience includes working for Assured India Investment Group in his third year at University. The role was Assistant Project Manager, based in Goa, and involved setting up a Real Estate development project; he was also involved in setting up the Goa office which ended up being a team of 10 staff for him to manage. During his final year, Nick then continued to work part time for AIIG back in the UK in Administration and CRM management. Nick also has previous telesales and sales experience within the UK.

Since graduating Nick has been travelling around South East Asia - spending 5 weeks in Thailand, Vietnam and Lao. Nick spent time exploring the area, scuba diving and trekking.

Outside of work Nick's interests are reading, writing and travelling. He is currently reading his second Carlo Ruis Zafron's thriller/romance novel and in the process of writing his own thriller/comedy novel. Prior to South East Asia trip, he had spent some time in South America.

Nick is ambitious and is looking forward to meeting and greeting customers from around the world, and is excited at the prospect of a long career with Britcom.

Join The Team

Rachel Reed — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 07:56:33 +0000

As a result of an internal reorganisation, a full-time permanent position has arisen for a Parts Co-ordinator to work in our busy Parts Department in Market Weighton.

Duties include identification, purchase and issue of a range of commercial vehicle, plant and trailer parts for our three workshops.

The ideal candidate will be required to work with minimum supervision and will need to demonstrate good communication and motivation skills.

Experience in a similar role or experience of working with commercial vehicles would be advantageous. We offer an excellent remuneration package commensurate with experience.

If you would like to find out more or apply for the position, click here to access details and downloadable application form.

Closing date = Friday 13th August