At Wolf Components, we’re committed to staying ahead in delivering both manufacturing efficiency and innovation.

Last year we elevated our production capacity for pocket spring units with the acquisition of a cutting-edge Lian Rou 180 coil-a-minute machine, which has delivered fantastic quality and productivity.

We’re now delighted to announce our continued investment in production technology with the acquisition of a second machine. This move ensures our manufacturing processes remain agile and competitive, keeping us at the forefront of industry standards.

As a business, innovation and efficiency are at the core of everything we do, and this latest investment not only enhances our ‘just in time’ service capability but also our responsiveness as a truly independent local manufacturer.

As the Wolf team continues to grow and to develop as a larger multi-site business we are delighted to announce that after six successful years as Technical Sales Director,  Rob Shuttleworth has been promoted to Director and General Manager to ensure oversight of our operations. 

As one of the most experienced professionals in our industry, Rob has been key in delivering the unrivalled innovation and customer service which is at the heart of our business.

Managing Director Anthony Joyce said “We are excited to see what Rob’s insight and expertise will bring to the business this year and how he will build on the strong foundation already established in Rotherham”

At Wolf Components we are excited to announce the continued expansion of our professional and talented team.

We welcome Bradley Fish, as our Quality, Safety and Environmental Coordinator, who will be driving forward process advancements to attain gold standards in quality and safety, while also delivering on our sustainability objectives.

Adding to our team’s experience, Sherri Metcalfe assumes the role of HR Administrator. Recognising the pivotal role our employees play in our success, Sherri will focus on nurturing the teams, fostering development and providing crucial support for employee wellbeing and mental health.

Additionally, we are pleased to introduce Natalie Bell, who joins us as Operations Administrator. In her capacity, Natalie will ensure our customers receive unparalleled service and will provide valuable support to the entire Operations team.

A warm welcome to Bradley, Sherri and Natalie! We all look forward to achieving new milestones together.

The Wolf team had a fantastic time attending this years Bed Show and again being part of the Supplier Innovation Zone.

It’s always a pleasure to spend time with so many of our customers and suppliers along with seeing the latest developments in the industry.

Our Rotherham site is now harnessing the power of solar energy!

Following successful installation our new solar panels are now up and running, marking another significant step on our sustainability journey.

With manufacturing being a traditionally energy-intensive operation, embracing this renewable energy helps us reduce the CO2 in our processes, making a significant impact on carbon footprint.

Following a successful visit to this year’s Interzum show in Cologne, the Wolf team were delighted to purchase this new fully automated rollpack machine directly from the stand.

This purchase forms yet another part of our long-term strategy of continually investing in both technologically advanced and high-performance machinery.

This roll-packing machinery enables us to increase our effectiveness in storage and also shipping contributing to our sustainability goals.

As an independent family business, we are always looking for ways to support our talented people to grow and progress their careers.

We are delighted to congratulate Jessica Parkin on the successful completion of her Association of Accounting Technicians Level 2 Certificate in Accounting qualification. Jessica also now moves into the role of Assistant Accountant further developing the skills and experience of our Finance Team.

AAT courses are recognised right across the business world as the gold standard for accounting and they award around 90% of vocational qualifications in this field.

Congratulations Jessica on your fantastic achievement!

As we continue to grow our new dedicated mini spring facility, last Friday we were excited to take delivery of further VSS® mini spring machinery. This will enable Wolf to offer increased capacity and an expanded range of VSS® products all as part of our ongoing capital investment strategy.

This also further increases our ‘just in time’ service capability which has been a core Wolf Components value since day one and this latest investment ensures we can always respond rapidly to our customer demands as an independent local supplier.

As of January 2023, Wolf Components pocket units will be assembled utilising polymer based glue delivering significant improvements in recyclability.

This new polymer-based glue has been tested and approved for use by Wolf and has the same chemical structure as the non-woven fabric used in their current products, namely propylene. Currently the glue used in pocket spring construction contaminates the non-woven therefore both complicating and decreasing the recycling potential of the fabric. Wolf’s move to use this polymer-based glue, means the material content types in each product will be reduced from three to two and ensures that the non-woven fabric only comes into contact with a compatible substance.

“Our products are already one of the most lightweight, robust pocket springs in the UK market, containing a high percentage of recycled content” said Anthony Joyce, Managing Director. “At the core of our business are our customers and we work closely with them through the product development process to optimise resource use. Through these collaborations and a highly optimized manufacturing process, we currently achieve a 96% material efficiency rate – a figure we are always striving to improve upon.”

Recent production trials have successfully demonstrated that when using the new glue technology, the pocket units retain all the features of a glue assembled unit such as stability and durability especially when compared to a non-glued unit. Delivering this same consistent high quality of product whilst utilising more sustainable technologies has been a key objective for Wolf over the last year and will remain a major focus going into 2023.

To find out more about how Wolf Components are utilising this new technology or for information about any products please contact Rob Shuttleworth on 01709 915100 robshuttleworth@wolfcomponents.com

Its birthday celebrations all round as Wolf Components turns five years old today!
 
We’re incredibly proud of everything that has been achieved over the last five years and this success has only been made possible by our fantastic team who always work to deliver the very best product and service.
 
Special congratulations go to our original employees, Rob Shuttleworth, Louise Hotchins and John Morgan who have been with us from the very beginning.

Happy Birthday to you all!