GIC has bought the intellectual property, stock, and spare parts inventory of Cotswold Mechanical Ltd, which went into liquidation earlier this year.
The move means that Cotswold Mechanical weighers will continue to be manufactured in Britain.
GIC has pledged to retain the brand name as it moves the manufacturing of Cotswold linear weighers from Gloucester to its Lincolnshire factory. GIC added that it will continue to service existing machines and offer spare parts to customers.
Established in 1995, Cotswold Mechanical manufactured linear weighing and counting machines, conveyors, and product handling systems used in industries such as food, pharmaceutical, agricultural, and hardware production.
GIC has worked closely with Cotswold Mechanical’s team for nearly 20 years, with both companies’ machinery featuring alongside each other on many installations.
“We were very sad to hear about Cotswold Mechanical closing as we have worked with their team on many occasions and know that their machinery is exceptionally well made, reliable and efficient,” explained GIC MD Andy Beal. “As a company, we are passionate about UK manufacturing, and we did not want to see the Cotswold Mechanical name disappear.
“As well as supporting UK manufacturing, this purchase means that GIC can now offer a complete UK-made weighing and bagging solution that will be ideal for many sectors. With hundreds of Cotswold Mechanical weighers in use across the UK, we will also be providing after-sales support, through servicing, technical support and spare parts.”
The Cotswold Mechanical range of linear weighers comprises nine models, offering a weighing range of 1g to 50kg, and includes entry-level machines for dry, free-flowing materials, through to more advanced systems for handling more challenging products.
