Issue 2 2019

44 Acquisition International - Issue 2 2019 DMD 2000 Ltd are one of the leading manufacturer and suppliers of Thermoformed Products within the UK. Recently, we caught up with Fred McKechnie who kindly provided us with a detailed insight into the inner workings of the firm and how they deliver a high-standard of service to all of their clients on a daily basis. Contact: Fred McKechnie Company: DMD 2000 Ltd Address: Units A - D, Woodside Road, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen, AB23 8EF Telephone: 01224 706700 Website: www.dmd-2000.co.uk Packing Success ince their inception, DMD 2000 Ltd have been manufacturing packaging primarily for the bakery trade, as well as other food related areas. The team at DMD 2000 Ltd manufacture collation trays for the bakery trade primarily, but they also cater for other food and non-food related areas. Additionally, the team also manufacture clam shell hinged trays for the food industry. Currently DMD 2000 Ltd have two CNC machines that allows them to manufacture their own and customer bespoke tooling, both quickly and competitively. Going into further detail about the firm, Fred begins by explaining to us the key qualities which makes DMD 2000 Ltd a success within their respected industry. “Here at DMD 2000 Ltd, we are BRC accredited to ‘AA’ standard for food contact packaging. In addition to this, we stock over 200 lines and deliver UK wide the next day. Over the years, we have been very well supported by our customers who often refer us to their friends in the trade, and we subsequently secure new business.” Speaking of the clients, Fred informs us of the consumers that they serve, and the approach the team at DMD 2000 Ltd takes to ensure that they receive the best possible service. “For 45 years, I have been involved within the bakery trade and have built up a fantastic relationship with all my customers. Any new approaches are through email or phone call, followed up with a personal visit from myself. Once a customer purchases from us, that is it for good, as we always supply on demand and build our business around each individual customer needs.” When discussing the internal culture, Fred is keen to highlight how each member of the team plays a vital role in the overall success of the firm. “Our staff are the core too our success. They work as a team, have the business at heart and enjoy working with DMD. Many staff have been with us for over 10 years, some 15. We do not have a high turnaround of staff, which reflects the way the company look after them.” S “I have been involved within the bakery trade and have built up a fantastic relationship with all my customers. Any new approaches are through email or phone call, followed up with a personal visit from myself. ” Looking ahead to what the future holds, Fred signs off by revealing the exciting plans which lie in the pipeline for the firm, especially following their recent success in Acquisition Intl.’s Global Excellence Awards 2019 where they were righteously awarded the accolade 2019’s Most Outstanding Packaging Manufacturers – UK. “Moving forward, we will continue to build on our successes, never sit on our laurels, and continue 100% supporting our customers to the very best of our ability. A new additional machine is on order for delivery March 2019 which will allow us to increase our production and continue to supply on demand. In addition to this, DMD is also working on a new investment challenge, which will remain secret at the moment, but just watch this space.” Dec18255