{"id":10001,"date":"2026-03-06T11:50:29","date_gmt":"2026-03-06T11:50:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/emn.org.uk\/?p=10001"},"modified":"2026-03-06T11:50:29","modified_gmt":"2026-03-06T11:50:29","slug":"katmex-curl-moducons-collaboration","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/emn.org.uk\/2026\/03\/06\/katmex-curl-moducons-collaboration\/","title":{"rendered":"Strengthening Local Supply Chains Through Collaboration"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-10002\" src=\"https:\/\/emn.org.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Katmex-Curl-Moducons.jpg\" alt=\"Discover how Katmex and Curl Moducons collaborate in Washington, North East England, to deliver high-quality steel fabrication, coated components, and efficient local supply chain solutions.\" width=\"1080\" height=\"654\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Client:<\/strong>\u00a0Curl Moducons<br \/>\n<strong>Location:<\/strong>\u00a0Washington, North East England<br \/>\n<strong>Sector:<\/strong>\u00a0Steel Fabrication &amp; Coated Components<\/p>\n<p><strong>Overview<\/strong><br \/>\nAt Katmex, we believe strong local supply chains are built on collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to quality. Our ongoing relationship with Curl Moducons is a great example of how working closely with regional engineering partners allows us to deliver the right solution for our customers, every time.<br \/>\nWhile we have the capability to deliver complete projects in-house \u2013 from design through to delivery, partnering with Curl enables us to strengthen our local network and draw on specialist expertise where it adds the most value.<\/p>\n<p><strong>A Collaborative Way of Working<\/strong><br \/>\nOur work with Curl is based on a genuinely collaborative approach. Curl specialises in smaller steel components, typically under 9mm, as well as painting and finishing parts. At Katmex, we focus on heavier sections, generally above 11mm, alongside cutting, machining, fabrication, and large-scale production.<br \/>\nWork moves both ways between our teams depending on project requirements. This flexibility means we can always choose the most efficient and effective route for our customers, while supporting a trusted local supplier at the same time.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Our Local Supply Chain in Action<\/strong><br \/>\nBased in Washington, Curl is a valued part of our North East engineering supply chain. By working locally, we reduce lead times, minimise transport, and maintain close communication throughout every stage of production.<br \/>\nThis approach allows us to offer customers confidence and continuity. They know that even where specialist processes such as painting or lighter-gauge fabrication are required, we have reliable partners in place who work to the same standards and expectations as we do.<\/p>\n<p><strong>A Relationship Built on Trust and Mutual Support<\/strong><br \/>\nOur relationship with Curl has strengthened over time through regular communication, flexibility, and mutual support. We work as an extension of each other\u2019s teams, sharing workloads where it makes sense and supporting one another to keep production moving smoothly.<br \/>\nThis collaborative mindset helps us manage capacity, respond quickly to changing demands, and maintain the high standards our customers expect from Katmex.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Looking Ahead<\/strong><br \/>\nAs we continue to invest in our people, facilities, and technology, our local supply chain remains a key part of how we operate. 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