Tool and die apprentices' efforts rewarded

Edited by the Manufacturingtalk editorial team Jul 8, 2005

Paul Jones, Jamie Griffiths and Robert Williams, of FSG Tool and Die have all won national recognition for their skills and achievements at the UK's GTMA Apprentice of the Year awards.

Paul Jones, Jamie Griffiths and Robert Williams, of FSG Tool and Die, based at Llantwit Fardre, Pontypridd, Wales, all won national recognition for their skills and achievements at the GTMA Apprentice of the Year awards.

Jones was awarded the Nicholas Van Moppes Trophy and a cheque for GBP 300 which was presented by Roger Onions, GTMA President, and Adrian Nicklin, Engineering Process Director, Wagon Automotive, while Williams and Grffiths were both awarded Certificates of Merit.

Jones, who lives in Treorchy and went to school at Treorchy Comprehensive, is currently studying at the University of Glamorgan and is in the final year of his apprenticeship, which he expects to complete in August 2005.

He has been with FSG since October 2001 and has been trained in all aspects of machining in a tool-room environment, but is currently specialising in CNC milling.

When taking a break from work and studies Paul enjoys cycling, watching sport, music and reading.

FSG's managing diriector, Gareth Jenkins, commented, "Paul is a very diligent worker and is very focused".

"He consistently produces excellent work, has fitted in well with FSG staff and has already been earmarked as the main operator on an additional CNC machine intended for the milling section".

" He has also continued to excel with his Engineering studies and is set to complete his HNC in Mechanical Engineering in June." Founded in 1961, FSG flies the flag for Wales as a market leader in the design and manufacture of precision toolmaking.

The company has particular expertise in the automotive markets, metal and plastics packaging, hot forging and press tools.

A world Class accredited ISO9001 Company, with over 65 employees, offering the very latest in 3D CAD/CAM facilities and automated manufacturing processes, FSG provides its customers with excellent service and product quality.