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Broadwater Mouldings Ltd, was established in 1973 and is a subsidiary of the Betts Group of companies which employs a total of 136 people. We operate from a recently completed, purpose built manufacturing facility with works extending to 6,500m² (70,000ft²) on a site of 17,500m² (4.3ac) near Beccles in Suffolk. The size of the workforce may vary slightly, depending on workload, but at present 82 people are employed. Defining Our Capabilities We are an experienced and highly skilled team, offering engineering solutions in the manufacture and supply of Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP) mouldings and assemblies. Broadwater Mouldings has a diverse and considerable experience accumulated over more than 35 years, providing a service spanning many industries worldwide. We employ a number of moulding techniques including: Hand Layup, Spray Layup, LPPM (Low Pressure Press Moulding), RTM (Resin Transfer Moulding), RTML (Resin Transfer Moulding-Light) and Vacuum Assisted Resin Infusion. By offering such a wide range of moulding techniques, we are able to provide the most appropriate solution, at a competitive price, in volumes ranging from one to several thousands per year. The four main moulding processes are similar in that they all produce a composite moulding incorporating a resin matrix and glass fibres. Our most commonly used resin type is Polyester, and it may be modified in its liquid state to give various specific properties, such as reduced shrinkage or flame retardancy. Phenolic or epoxy resins may also be used to achieve specific properties, such as low smoke emission or high strength composites. During the moulding process, the resin is converted from a liquid into a solid polymer, encapsulating the glass fibres to form a composite structure. Most mouldings produced have a polyester gel coat surface, which may be high gloss, mat, or sand-able for paint preparation. Depending on geometry, gel coats can be textured to enhance the aesthetics of the moulding. Post moulding operations would include, trimming, drilling, assembly, and in some cases painting. Trimming and drilling may be either manual or robotic.