by Katherine Nowill | Sep 3, 2026 | Uncategorised
Far from being a short-term solution to fill a skills or resource gap, contract manufacturing support can become an important part of a manufacturerโs wider business strategy. By bringing experienced personnel and specialist expertise directly into the manufacturing...
by Katherine Nowill | Aug 11, 2026 | Uncategorised
We are delighted to welcome Andy Dixon to Sierra 57 as our new Mould Contractor/Training & Development Consultant. With 30 yearsโ experience in injection moulding Andy brings a wealth of technical expertise, having built a strong reputation as a proven Process...
by Katherine Nowill | Aug 5, 2026 | Uncategorised
We are delighted to announce the promotion of James Hayward to the role of Training Manager โ Polymer Engineering. Since joining the Sierra 57 team, James has consistently demonstrated an exceptional work ethic, a passion for continuous learning, and an unwavering...
by Katherine Nowill | Jun 23, 2026 | Uncategorised
Breaking the Mouldย isย the podcast that explores the people, ideas, innovations, and challenges shaping the plastics industry today and tomorrow. And EPISODE-2 is now available to download!ย Opening Doors to the Future of Plastics features Alicia Chrysostomou and Steve...
by Katherine Nowill | Jun 22, 2026 | Uncategorised
Shaun McCarthy recently joined the growing Sierra 57 team as Projects Director. Hear about his transition into the specialist plastics recruitment, training and contract manufacturing sector, how his journey with the business has gone so far, and his ambitions for the...
by Katherine Nowill | Jun 15, 2026 | Uncategorised
Breaking the Mouldย isย theย podcast that explores the people, ideas, innovations, and challenges shaping the plastics industry today and tomorrow. From injection moulding and manufacturing excellence to skills development, education, policy, governance, sustainability,...
by Katherine Nowill | May 19, 2026 | Uncategorised
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by Katherine Nowill | May 18, 2026 | Uncategorised
How establishing recruitment and training strategies can sustain future workforces and growth plans. In a market constrained by skills shortages, sustainable growth is no longer driven by headcount alone. It depends on how organisations attract the right people,...
by Katherine Nowill | May 7, 2026 | Uncategorised
In injection moulding, waste is rarely accidental โ it is often designed in. Scrap rates, short shots, excess regrind, energy inefficiencies, and unplanned downtime all erode margins quietly but relentlessly. At a time when material costs, energy prices, and customer...
by Katherine Nowill | Apr 21, 2026 | Uncategorised
In the fast-paced world of plastic injection moulding, precision is everything. From cycle times to surface finish, every variable plays a role in determining whether a component meets specification or ends up as scrap. At the heart of this process lies materials...
