Midland Deburr & Finish Urges Government to Support Manufacturing Amid Energy Crisis

As UK manufacturers contend with the highest energy costs in the G7, Midland Deburr & Finish has urged the government to provide timely support to the sector, stressing that wealth-creating industries must be empowered to underpin the nation’s economic recovery.

The West Midlands precision engineering specialist, renowned for metal degreasing, vibro deburring, solvent degreasing, and vapour degreasing, reports that monthly electricity and gas bills now exceed £1 million, highlighting the financial pressure on companies critical to the UK’s industrial supply chain. While the Energy Intensive Industries (EII) scheme has offered some relief, the firm stresses that the British Industrial Competitiveness Scheme must be delivered faster to give manufacturers the tools they need to thrive in a challenging macroeconomic environment.

Chris Arrowsmith, MD for Midland Deburr & Finish said: “A supportive government recognises that industries like ours are wealth creators not costs to the economy. By giving manufacturers the backing they need, rather than penalising them, the UK can maintain a competitive industrial base, protect jobs, and continue to generate prosperity.”

Midland Deburr & Finish has built a long-established reputation as a one-stop shop for precision finishing solutions, offering vibro deburring, barrel finishing, radiussing, tumbling, scale and rust removal, polishing, and pre-plate/paint preparation. The company serves diverse sectors including automotive, aerospace, and Formula One, providing tailored solutions that meet the stringent standards of world-class components.

In addition to deburring, the company specialises in solvent and vapour degreasing, employing hermetically sealed machines, ultrasonic processing, and optional pivot/rotation mechanisms to ensure even the most complex components are thoroughly cleaned. Committed to environmental compliance, Midland Deburr & Finish has transitioned away from Trichloroethylene to Perchloroethylene, combining regulatory compliance with high-performance degreasing results.

The company also invests continuously in operational excellence, leveraging ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified processes to deliver precision and quality at scale. These capabilities, the firm notes, are essential not only for maintaining client confidence but also for sustaining the broader UK manufacturing ecosystem.

The spokesperson added: “Manufacturers form the backbone of the UK economy. With targeted support, we can continue investing in advanced finishing technology, environmental compliance, and workforce skills, ensuring that British industry remains competitive on a global stage. Timely government action is critical to ensure that energy-intensive industries are not forced to compromise growth, innovation, or job security during this pivotal recovery phase.”

As the UK navigates energy volatility and post-pandemic economic recovery, Midland Deburr & Finish remains committed to delivering exceptional finishing solutions while calling for policies that enable the sector to flourish, strengthen the nation’s industrial base, and support long-term economic resilience.