History of Ken Mills Engineering Ltd

Ken Mills Engineering Ltd, a company with a rich history of innovation and growth, was established in 1980 as a partnership. The company’s inception marked the beginning of a new era in manufacturing, building upon the legacy of Mr. Ken Mills’ father, who had been a notable figure in the industry for over two decades. Under the leadership of Mr. Ken Mills, the company quickly distinguished itself with its unique designs and forward-thinking ideas, which became the cornerstone of its success.

In its formative years, Ken Mills Engineering Ltd was heavily involved in the textile industry, which was a significant sector at the time, contributing to over half of the company’s exports. This focus on textiles laid a strong foundation for the company’s expertise in manufacturing. However, as the global industrial landscape evolved, so did the company. In the early 1990s, recycling became a fashionable and essential industry, prompting Ken Mills Engineering Ltd to pivot and apply its accumulated experience and technology from the textile sector to develop a range of baling machinery, shredders, and systems tailored for the burgeoning recycling industry.

The late 1990s saw a surge in demand for larger scale sorting and Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) systems. Ken Mills Engineering Ltd responded by positioning itself as one of the leading designers and manufacturers of these systems, further cementing its reputation in the industry. The company’s approach differed from other suppliers due to its extensive resource of design and engineering skill, which encompassed initial detailed design and manufacture.

The engineering resources at Ken Mills Engineering Ltd are comprehensive, including a fully equipped machine shop with CNC machinery, electrical system design and manufacture, hydraulic system design and manufacture, a sheet metal department, a fabrication department for construction, a spray shop for painting machinery, and a fitting shop to assemble and test the machinery before shipment.

Moreover, the company operates a fleet of vehicles dedicated to the installation and service of the machinery, ensuring that each product is not only well-crafted but also well-supported post-manufacture. The creation of KME Ltd marked the beginning of a journey that saw Ken Mills drive the company to become a market leader in the waste baling and textile sector.