Bronze Component Orders Go Crazy

A couple of weeks ago I mentioned that orders for Aluminium Bronze and Tin Bronze components have increased and we were experiencing strong demand. That situation has increased for us and we are now experiencing very strong demand, particularly in the Bronze Gear Blank and Bronze Bearing markets. As the lead-times stretch out, we are working to quickly improve output as much as possible with the resources we have on hand, but we are also looking to re-hire staff in an effort to produce a 30% lift in productivity.

One of the questions any salesperson will get asked is what they expect to happen in terms of demand over the coming period. We certainly predicted a rise in volume, but had anticipated that the ramp-up would occur over a longer period. Given the global situation over the last 18 months, it is just too hard to see if the rise in demand is sustainable or if we are headed for another dip (we certainly hope not).

If any of our business partners has a clue what is going on, please share it with me!

In the meantime, please give us as much notice of increasing demand as you can and we will of course work very hard to ensure our loyal customers are given the very best service possible.

Matt Toohey