Injection moulding company Flambeau, in Ramsgate, is fully operational again, one week after a break-in temporarily halted production.
Thieves broke into the factory in Manston Road during July 26-27, looting from vending machines, stealing power tools and stripping copper from the power supply to manufacturing machines – meaning the business was unable to produce parts for its customers.
But last Friday (August 1) new cabling was delivered to replace the power infrastructure that had been stolen. Over the weekend, installation was completed— allowing the firm to begin this week at 100% capacity.
A spokesperson said: “Thanks to the extraordinary commitment and rapid response of our internal teams, specialist contractors, and the overwhelming support from our associates, customers, and suppliers, we were able to recover at remarkable speed.
“In the days since the incident, we’ve enhanced security measures throughout our Ramsgate facility to ensure we minimise the risk that a crime like this could happen again. The protection of our people, operations, and service to customers remains our top priority.
“We are incredibly grateful to everyone who helped us return to full strength, especially our associates for their resilience and teamwork, our loyal customers and suppliers for their patience and trust, and the wider community for the outpouring of support. Your actions and encouragement made all the difference during this critical time.
“While this past week has been one of the most challenging in our recent history, it has also been one of unity, determination, and progress. We now look to the future with renewed focus and remain committed to providing the high-quality plastic components and reliable service our customers expect from Flambeau Europe.”
Police officers are conducting enquiries and ask anyone with information to call 01843 222289 quoting 46/130233/25.
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