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09/07/2010 10:19 - Barry , Lomas , Jaivel Europe Ltd

"Manufacturing is our life blood, this small Island would not be where it is today in the global market place if we had not been dedicated to manufacturing and invested in R&D.We must utilise the global market place but maintain our I.P. and technological status. "

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12/06/2010 22:20 - mark gooding , head of D&T , The Billericay School

"As a DT teacher I believe that we need to make things. Our designers need to work with a real company, that makes things, inorder for tehm to fully appreciate the products that they design. You can't design in a vacuum. "

29/05/2010 22:43 - Mr Terry McGann , Quality Auditor , British Standards Institution

"Because we do it well and its our heritage, if we all want it, it will revive. When the country promotes manufacturing it not only creates substantial wealth it has a positive affect on the common good of all the people."

24/05/2010 11:23 - John McCann , manager , Best Bikes Armagh

"In the past a man could have taken his son to a hotel and showed him "Made in Sheffield" on a knife and said with pride "I helped make that". What is the modern equivalent when the man works in a call centre or a coffee shop ?"

28/04/2010 07:52 - Graeme Laws , Production Manager , Box Technologies Ltd

"Take a skilled workforce with access to a decent order book, give 'em the tools and the right environment, inspire them by grafting with them, foster the desire to deliver a product that exceeds expectation and have fun doing it. If this sounds right to you then you truly 'love manufacturing' and you're welcome into my Production facility any time!"

26/04/2010 23:08 - Tony Walker , Managing Director , David Ritchie (Implements) Limited

"For too long manufacturing has been the poor relation in our politicians minds, the time has come for some real commitment to support manufacturing, wide support from attitude to education, from finance to leadership. Manufacturing can make the difference between surviving and thriving."

19/04/2010 16:54 - Bob Russell , Parliamentary Candidate for Colchester , Liberal Democrat

"Manufacturing is essential in making this country great."

08/04/2010 10:29 - Chris Took , Parliamentary Candidate , Ashford Liberal Democrats

"Manufacturing made this country great. We must retain and grow our manufacturing base if we are to recover economically."

31/03/2010 11:13 - David Urwin , Continuous Improvement Manager , Communisis

"I believe it is the foundation of a successful and flourishing economy. "

22/03/2010 23:02 - Ian Lindley , PPC North Durham , Lib Dems

"A creative, vibrant manufacturing sector is the pre-requisite for a sustainable economy"

22/03/2010 11:24 - Anne Snelgrove MP , South Swindon Labour MP , MP

"Manufacturing is essential to Swindon's future"

19/03/2010 18:18 - Jude Robinson , PPC Camborne & Redruth , The Labour Party

"This constituency has a proud heritage in engineering and innovation. Cornwall needs the prosperity that manufacturing brings and I am working to support investment in new industry. "

19/03/2010 13:08 - R W Stewart , Managing Director , Manuflex Limited

"Manufacturing is:- Exciting, fulfulling, wealth making, creative, challenging, worthwhile, valuable, enhansing, practical, imaginative, stimulating, vital and the future. Ray Stewart Proud to be Apprentice to Managing Director"

17/03/2010 15:32 - Martin Beeby , Plant Manager , Lestercast Limited

"The Industry that I am In(investment Casting) is many Hundred years old, and although we work in a very Modern way, the Proccess still is based on Manafacturing that is Hundreds of years old and has a Proud Tradition "

16/03/2010 08:26 - Jordan Dudley , Managing Director , Dudley Child ER Ltd

"The manufacturing industry is core to any economy. In a world of where we desire and need new things all the the time this industry has more to offer a country than most recognise. Furthermore the skills inherent in manufacuring are increasingly being used across sectors and growth in manufacturing will only serve to add to the UK skill base and increase the profitability in other sectors"

12/03/2010 00:11 - Adrian Jones , Managing Director , Eido Public Relations Ltd

"It's the people that make things that are our best hope of restoring our national finances, and - dare I say -our national pride. It's about time these unsung heroes of our economy were properly recognised and supported. We are proud to raise our voice in support of UK manufacturing"

11/03/2010 19:50 - David Hood , Director , Hcl

"Because its such a creative, innovative and fascinating place to invest your time"

11/03/2010 10:15 - Gretchen Roth , Development and Delivery Manager , Northwest Automotive Alliance

"Adds value to the economy"

10/03/2010 15:46 - Peter Roberts , Labour Parliamentary candidate , North East Cambridgeshire

"It is the backbone of the country."

10/03/2010 11:51 - Ailsa Kaye , Director , Onsite Insights Limited

"Essential for the UK economy this dynamic sector should be celebrated!"

09/03/2010 12:34 - Pam Pelham , MD , AMP Wire Ltd

"I love innovation and adaptability of manufacturing skills / staff are our future, we have to invest"

09/03/2010 12:29 - Davis Williams , Commercial Manager , Rhino Products Ltd

"development & progress"

09/03/2010 12:28 - Andy Hammond , Ops Director , AIM Aviation (Henshalls) Ltd

"The satisfaction of planning and meeting customer's requirements"

09/03/2010 12:26 - B Ennis , Ops Manager , Lucchini Uk Ltd

"Continuous improvement and change"

09/03/2010 12:25 - Chris Reed , Ops Director , Exopack Advanced Coatings

"Variety. No one day is the same as the next"

09/03/2010 12:23 - Rod Macdonald , MD , Holrotd Precision Ltd

"To show the world how brilliant British Manufacturing ability is and the unique solutions we provide"

09/03/2010 12:21 - Mike Mitchell , Ops Director , Booth Dispensers

"Making goods which last and are value for money"

09/03/2010 12:19 - Bill Worswick , Operations Director , Silcoms Ltd

"Being a part of the countries Manufacturing & Industrial journey"

09/03/2010 12:15 - Les Campbell , Engineering Manager , M & I Materials Ltd

"The day to day challenges of making a difference"

09/03/2010 12:13 - Paul Williams , Ops Manager , CKI

"Servicing the customer"

09/03/2010 12:10 - Jon Sharrock , FD , RTS PLC

"The satisfaction from improvement you can always get better 'efficiency, quality, delivery, performance etc'"

09/03/2010 12:07 - Alan Jones , MD , Conductix Wampfler

"It drives the economy and helps 'feed the beast'. On a personal level i love being involved in the process of seeing something through from a concept to the finished article, that is very satisfying"

09/03/2010 12:05 - James McNally , Group Operations Director , Tensar

"Manufacturing gives a sense of pride to the people who make the product"

09/03/2010 12:01 - Stephen Bentley , FD , James Dewhurst Ltd

"We made a real contribution to the economy and this country"

09/03/2010 11:59 - Gordon Lane , Partner , BDO

"The most creative and innovative people on the planet work in manufacturing"

09/03/2010 11:57 - Alexander Craig , MD , Qualitetch

"Constant change and challenge"

09/03/2010 08:58 - Graham Chivers , General Manager , Switchgear Services Ltd

"It's kept me in employment all my working life and I believe it to be the life blood of any forwarding thinking country."

09/03/2010 01:03 - Peter Wilcock , LD Parliamentary Candidate , Saffron Walden

"it is the backbone of the economy"

08/03/2010 16:42 - Steven Boyd , Production Manager , Tokheim UK Ltd

"Manufacturing is being given an opportunity to listen to our customers and define goals and objectives that will meet or exceed our customers expectations though the process of continuous improvement."

08/03/2010 11:09 - Paul J Abbott , Sales Director , Fixing Centre Ltd

"Our pound is worth three to the economy to that of a tertiary pound and should be supported accordingly."

08/03/2010 10:03 - Barry Davies , General Manager , Trelleborg Sealing Solutions Rotherham

"Manufacturing is an essential part of this country. It employs real people making real goods that are needed by the people of this country and the rest of the world. We have a long and proud history in manufacturing and we should support it wholeheartedly."

08/03/2010 08:52 - Angela Jowett , HR Business Partner , EEF Ltd

"I love manufacturing because it made the box of chocolates I ate last night!"

07/03/2010 17:11 - Mike Smedley , Director Corporate Business , Birmingham Metropolitan College

"At Birmingham Metropolitan College, we are passionate about manufacturing. We believe that manufacturing is key to future of UK plc. Core to our values is the development and deliver of training solution for large, medium and small manufacturing companies that provide business benefits. We are member of "Made in the Midlands"."

07/03/2010 11:51 - Denzil Coulson , Prospective Parliamentary Candidate , Liberal Democrats

"Our economy is overdependent on the financial services industry. We need a diversified economy to compete globally and positively as part of the EU. Manufacturing is the foundation of a long-term stable economy and is the main engine driver for sustainable economic growth."

06/03/2010 23:23 - Greg Watts , Principal , The Improvement Practice

"Manufacturing is the only way that an economy can create real wealth. We need this sector to be healthy in order to have an increasing standard of living. It is often forgotten that on average, 1 manufacturing job supports 4 other jobs by the wealth and income created."

06/03/2010 09:54 - Tony Jones , Managing Director , Under Control Estates Ltd

" "Manufacturing is our legacy that should be fortified for the benefit of mankind and entire planet"......"

06/03/2010 07:09 - Gary Waldron , Manufacturing Manager , Air Bearings Ltd

"Manufacturing is exciting, challenging, interesting and is the source of true wealth. We take raw elements form the ground and then using our skills turn them into products which enhance peoples lives. What`s not to love? "

05/03/2010 16:48 - Mike Major , CEO , The Energy Industries Council

"Manufactrung adds real wealth, provides solid jobs and improves the UK economy"

05/03/2010 15:21 - Peter Booth , Purchasing Manager , Becker Industrial Coatings

"Meeting or exceeding your cutomers demands by maufacturing their needs is a positive and rewarding experience for our manufacturing teams. And we make real money!"

05/03/2010 08:53 - Mandy Ashton , Admin. Assistant , Abbey Stainess Steels Co.Ltd

"Let's get back to "Made In Britain""

05/03/2010 08:11 - Tony Nichols , External sales Executive , Abbey Stainless

"Manufacturing is important to the uk economy, it is often overlooked by the government and it also provides many jobs."

04/03/2010 21:44 - Alan Bullion , Lib Dem PPC for Sevenoaks , Lib Dems

"It creates more high-value British jobs."

04/03/2010 20:16 - Michael Mullaney , Bosworth Parliamentary Candidate , Liberal Democrats

"[I] Am committed to supporting the good work of local manufacturers."

04/03/2010 16:59 - Jackie Neal , Managing Director , The Abbey Group UK Ltd.

"UK manufacturing is a win -win situation for the whole nation, and the whole nation matters."

04/03/2010 15:09 - Ken Collett , Director , Money Controls Ltd

"Dunkirk spirit - never say die!"

04/03/2010 14:22 - Peter , Shouksmith , Steptronik UK Ltd

"Manufacturing is a real test for champions, the rewards going to individuals and society. Without manufacturing, we are relegated to 'a nation of shopkeepers', slowly going out of business as a nation. "

04/03/2010 14:09 - Roger McDowell , Chairman , Avingtrans PLC

"Manufacturing is an essential part of a balanced economy. It provides a wide range of benefits to society, give us the tools and we'll get the job done!! "

04/03/2010 12:34 - David Davies , Adviser , EEF

"Manufacturing is the backbone of an economy. A strong manufacturing base is the key to the future!"

04/03/2010 11:25 - Sue Ross , Managing Director , Sue Ross Recruitment

"Sue Ross Recruitment are proud to be associated with many manufacturing companies in Sheffield and area. When I travel I am amazed how many local companies are represented world wide by their products and to be part of this in some way gives me great satisfaction."

03/03/2010 18:48 - Mark O'Reilly , Co-founder and Director , Square 5 Ltd

"Manufacturing has been sadly neglected in this country but now is the time to grasp the nettle whilst there is a renewed interest in this priority sector. Start thinking New Nuclear, Offshore wind, Carbon capture... the supply chains are immature and offer huge opportunities for UK manufacturers. Act now!!"

03/03/2010 16:10 - Mike O'Brien MP QC , Member of Parliament for North Warwickshire and Bedworth , House of Commons

"I welcome the initiative by EEF and also the Government''s manufacturing strategy. The financial services industry has taken a knock and Britain needs to look at the future with a new eye. Manufacturing is a key way that we can earn our living as a country. That means we need to focus on good infrastructure and a high skilled workforce, capable of manufacturing high value innovative products for a fast changing global market. As a West Midlands MP, I know we have the high skilled workforce but we must work harder to give them the tools to galvanise manufacturing in this country. The work being done by the EEF, the Regional Development Agencies and the Government is crucial to creating a manufacturing renaissance in the UK. I want the West Midlands to be the heartland of that manufacturing renaissance but the whole country needs to understand the importance of making things."

03/03/2010 12:12 - Jonathan Djanogly MP , Member of Parliament for Huntingdon and Shadow Business Minister , House of Commons

"Protecting and enhancing UK Manufacturing will be a vital component for Conservatives of coming out of the recession, supporting British brands, increasing employment, enhancing UK research and development and promoting the technological base that is so important to the UK. "

03/03/2010 09:53 - Mark Bareham , Sector Leader for Food and Drink , Northwest Development Agency

"Manufacturing is a true meritocracy, delivering outputs that you can touch feel and taste"

03/03/2010 09:29 - Brent Pitcher , Managing Director , Westray Recruitment Consultants

"Manufacturing has long been the life blood of the North East economy and is now leading the way in low carbon technologies. The future's bright, the future is Green!"

02/03/2010 21:24 - Shaun Lanceley , Principal Management & Personal Development Adviser , EEF

"Imagination, innovation, creativity, design, quality, purpose and improvement - UK manufacturing! Modern manufacturing is essential for a healthy economy, improved lives and skills and careers of which people can be proud."

02/03/2010 16:59 - Wyn Jones , Managing Director , RTA UK

"A strong manufacturing sector is essential to the UK's economy, the UK's skills base and the UK's heritage as a whole."

02/03/2010 14:39 - Audrey McFarlane , Senior Business Consultant , Westfield Health

"I come from an area that had 2/3 knitwear mills in every village not only did we lose the mills we lost the communities"

02/03/2010 14:33 - Sue Han , Business Development Consultant , Westfield Health

"Manufacturing is imperative to the future economy of the UK.It is important that we to support manufacturing and actively invest in new and old industries to ensure a bright future for UK "

02/03/2010 13:47 - Geoff Herbert , Technical manager , Calmet

"Manufacturing is our future. Banking is our past."

02/03/2010 13:41 - Bruce Renfrew , Managing Director , Rapitypes Limited

"Look at at major economy and you'll find manufacturing at the core of it's success. Britain needs to grow its manufacturing base not just it's exploitation of IP or its franchising of brands. "

02/03/2010 13:04 - henry anson , md , The Manufacturer

"manufacturers create real product, not just shuffle money around the globe."

02/03/2010 12:37 - Clive Pawson , Company Secretary , North Lincolnshire Developments

"Manufacturing needs to be the corner-stone - the vital foundation of the UK economy "

02/03/2010 11:53 - Mark Stacey , Managing Director , Crown International Ltd

"We need to create wealth through the creation and sale of real product to provide a secure future for our economy, our societies and our nation. "

02/03/2010 10:40 - Bryan Jackson , Chairman , East Midlands Development Agency and member of the Ministerial Advisory Group for Manufacturing

"Manufacturing is the cornerstone of the economy. It drives innovation and advances technology, developing products which help to improve the lives of everyone. Britain has a long and proud manufacturing tradition, and I am confident that our businesses will continue to play a leading role in the global manufacturing industry, long into the future."

02/03/2010 08:12 - Graeme Scott , General Manager , Seagoe Technologies Ltd

"Manufacturing is at the heart of wealth creation - not manipulation - only sensible foundation for a sustainable economy"

02/03/2010 08:08 - Rob Pilch , Director , Queensbury Shelters Ltd

"Manufacturing provides people with jobs that have visible and tangible results. Generally results that last and give a feeling of satisfaction and achievement."

02/03/2010 07:31 - Cy Wilkinson , Director , Cressall Resistors

"Because the British are the best manufacturers in the world. We make quality products and have the capability to continue doing so - onshoring is the new buzz word!"

02/03/2010 06:42 - Colin Stephenson , Managing Director , Sigma Technologies Ltd

"Manufacturing creates the vision, adds substance to ideas and delivers a tangible product."

01/03/2010 21:04 - Tony Jones , Managing Director , Under Control Estates Ltd

"It's fundamental to all forms of life preservation and enhancement.... Balance between flora and fauna kingdoms will always be sustained with dedication stated earlier....."

01/03/2010 19:57 - Trevor langley , Business Development Consultant , Westfield Health

"Essential to the existing and future economy of the UK.Provides wide range of employment options, both in traditional skill areas and new technology aspects. Ebales people from all backgrounds to contribute in their own ways both academically and practically."

01/03/2010 17:22 - Richard Burden , Labour MP for Birmingham Northfield , House of Commons

"Representing a seat in Birmingham I know how important manufacturing is to our region. In the last century, manufacturing made the Midlands. Today it remains an essential part of the glue that holds our economy and its skills base together. And modern manufacturing is a vital part of our country's future. It is important that we continue to support manufacturing and invest in new industries and future jobs to ensure a bright future for UK manufacturing."

01/03/2010 15:57 - David Bramwell , Operations Director , The Quality Furniture Co Ltd

"Synchronising an extended supply chain covering half the globe and converting those components into products which people need and value not only creates wealth, but is also a fascinating challenge. We need more talented people to take up the challenge and help Britain to a brighter, sustainable future."

01/03/2010 12:31 - Matthias Meyer , Managing Director , OYSTAR Manesty

"Building products that improve and help our life is great. It's fantastic to watch the lifecylce from design to build, and see it for years and years in production."

01/03/2010 12:06 - Malcolm Neale , Finance Manager , Qimtek Ltd

"A sound and growing manufacturing base is essential to the life blood of the UK economy and increasing prosperity."

01/03/2010 11:36 - Malcolm Harbour , Conservative MEP for the West Midlands , Chairman, European Manufacturing Forum

"A thriving manufacturing sector is crucial to our global success. We need innovative and profitable firms, large, medium and small, investing in new products and processes. My job is to do everything I can to make that success possible! "

01/03/2010 11:07 - Martin Burnham , Chairman & CEO , Independent Forgings & Alloys Ltd

"We employ people, and create wealth which in turn is spent with suppliers and contractors, supporting more UK jobs."

01/03/2010 10:06 - Tim Boswell , Member of Parliament for Daventry ,

"As I prepare to leave the House after 23 years as an MP, I feel manufacturing is still as vital for Britain's future as ever. While we may now measure a smaller manufacturing sector, what is left is of high-quality, much of it world-class, and deserves our continuing encouragement."

01/03/2010 00:47 - John Christopher , Managing Director , Innovative Electronic Technology Ltd

"Simple - GDP and balance of trade - i.e. it adds value to UK plc"

01/03/2010 00:14 - Terry Rooney , MP , House of Commons

"Manufacturing and particularly engineering is the symbol of a skilled and successful economy"

28/02/2010 19:34 - Brian Young , Retired Director , EEF South

"It makes life work."

28/02/2010 15:25 - Norman Lamb MP , Member of Parliament ,

"It is essential we maintain and strengthen manufacturing so that we have a balanced economy providing skilled jobs. The UK has a great tradition in manufacturing which we neglect at our peril."

26/02/2010 17:53 - Peter Slack , Operations Director , Prinovis Ltd

"Nothing beats the thrill of producing something of value that someone is willing to pay for - or that is needed by society. You can't beat the feeling of creating something tangible...and the career opportunities are huge!"

26/02/2010 15:06 - Alison Valente , HR & Legal Leader , EEF Ltd

"I love manufacturing because it makes a difference to people's lives. A career in manufacturing is a career to be proud of!"

26/02/2010 14:37 - Philip Oldfield , Section Manager and Apprentice Coordinator , Perkins Engines Co Ltd

"Because it is value added activity resulting in quality products. Only through growth of our manufacturing industries can we begin to put the 'Great' back in Britain."

26/02/2010 12:59 - Richard Moore , PR manager , Infor

"It's deep in our heritage, and one of a number of reasons to be proud to be British."

26/02/2010 12:25 - Paul Ballin , European Operations , Latrobe Specialty Steel Company

"Manufacturing creates real wealth and is value adding. Without it we are nothing."

25/02/2010 15:57 - Geoff Ford MBE , Chairman , Ford Aerospace

"I love manufacturing because it generates the original wealth that kick starts the economy and thus the whole of society."

25/02/2010 13:38 - Elizabeth Lown , Operations Director , Farecla Products Ltd

"It is critical for the economy."

24/02/2010 23:35 - Rebekah Gronowski , Retired , Design

"The UK's prosperity was built upon the manufacturing skills of men & women who worked in skilled & unskilled jobs. Without it our country cannot survive. Re-establish Apprenticeships for girls & boys. Stop sending everyone to university. Establish skills-based courses & training opportunities. We will always need skilled workers & diversity of employment. Stop judging people by their work - social snobbery is damaging our future. All workers need to be valued for who they are & for their skills."

24/02/2010 16:19 - Michael Mersh , Managing Director , Solex Manufacturing Ltd

"The clue is in the name myself my wife and my two sons have always worked in manufacturing and gain great pleasure in makeing things for other people."

24/02/2010 15:48 - CLIFF S CONNICK , MANAGING DIRECTOR , CONWAY PRECISION ENGINEERING

"We are the 'true wealth creators'! Making something tangible is VERY rewarding."

24/02/2010 15:36 - Leonie Edwards , Manager - IOM , The Institute of Operations Management (IOM)

"The Institute of Operations Management supports over 1,300 professionals in 674 organisations - mainly UK manufacturing organisations. Our members are involved with all areas of manufacturing and supply chain operations. They are highly creative and passionate professionals always seeking to improve their companies’ operational effectiveness and efficiency. "

24/02/2010 15:35 - Mike Konig , Consultant , MJK Consulting

"Whether politicians and bankers like it or not, manufacturing is at the heart of economic stability. Rest assured that without it the world would stop turning! "

24/02/2010 15:28 - Peter Luff MP , Chairman, Business, Innovation and Skills Select Committee , House of Commons

"What is there not to love? We should be encouraging more young people to get into manufacturing and engineering by talking up the opportunities and giving them better careers advice in schools."

24/02/2010 15:25 - Tony Sarginson , Head of External Affairs - EEF NE , EEF

"Creating & making things that supports and helps make a better society has simply got to be supported and loved. "

23/02/2010 13:35 - Madeleine Scott , Policy Researcher , EEF

"Manufacturers span the depth of the value chain. They design, they develop, they produce and they service; processes and activities that require a combination of the appropriate technical skills, supplier network and innovation. "

24/02/2010 12:31 - Andrew Esson , Managing Director , Contitech Beattie

"We love manufacturing because it is challenging and rewarding, and makes a tangible contribution to our everyday lives and to the prosperity of our community!"

24/02/2010 11:14 - Douglas Carswell , Member of Parliament for Harwich and Clacton , House of Commons

"I support the manufacturing industry because it employs many people in my constituency and contributes greatly to the economy"

24/02/2010 09:56 - steve jackson , operations manager , EEF

"Because it is innovative, creative and exciting!!"

24/02/2010 09:14 - Adam Brookes , Senior Buyer , Liebherr Sunderland Works Ltd.

"We love manufacturing for the satisfaction of knowing our products are used globally, everyday with complete confidence."

23/02/2010 18:22 - David Cheeseman , Commercial Director , Centre for Food Robotics and Automation

"The challenge to make something better, more consistent, better quality, faster, cheaper for less money . Basically to maximise the potential of a product without reducing it's quality offer."

23/02/2010 18:20 - Mike Galley , Managing Director , Trench UK

"We Love Manufacturing because it creates real tangible wealth for society to consume and enjoy, and economic wealth for those who participate ie the employees and shareholders."

23/02/2010 18:17 - Andrew Mill , Chief Executive , NAREC

"Manufacturing remains vitally important to my region’s economy, it will play a fundamental role in ensuring the North East is well placed to take advantage of an industry set to be worth £100 billion in the UK alone by 2020. The North East is home to world-leading manufacturing companies which will help to attract further investment into the region"

23/02/2010 18:16 - Julie Johnson , Purchasing , Liebherr Sunderland Works Ltd

"We love manufacturing because we are helping to lift the future of the North East to Greater Heights"

23/02/2010 16:00 - Ian Malcolm , Managing Director , Elring Klinger (GB) Ltd

"Manufacturing continues to be the lifeblood of UK plc. It requires tenacity, endeavour, guile as well as some wit and humour to survive. Without it there is little left in the UK and that which is will have nothing to service. The UK has huge manufacturing talent and can again become a major international force as customers move from best cost to best value considerations."

23/02/2010 14:37 - Gabriella Taylor , Head of Operations and Education , EDT

"Its a good provider of jobs and ensures quality of our products."

23/02/2010 13:50 - Mike Naylor , Managing Director , Durham Foundry (Sheffield) Ltd.

"I run a foundry - it's in my blood, I'm the fourth generation of my family to do so. There is still an immense amount of satisfaction to take an untrained, unskilled apprentice and turn them into a highly skilled moulder and watch the smile on their face when they realise they have the ability to make something of themselves .""

23/02/2010 13:05 - Ralph Saelzer , Managing Director , Liebherr Sunderland Works Ltd

"We love manufacturing because it produces the things which keep the world moving."

23/02/2010 12:23 - Eric Sparks , Managing Director , Bailey & Mackey Ltd

"Gives great satisfaction in making things that others can use to their benifit and also provides skills that you can use for the rest of your life."

23/02/2010 12:19 - Tim Christopher , Manufacturing Engineer , Hayter Ltd

"I just love it, every day is different.I get to see the improvements I make in the factory, always challenging and interesting."

23/02/2010 11:39 - Chris Bowman , Managing Director , Recticel Ltd

"We have let our manufacturing skills slowly disappear. For some reason we really thought the service industry would sustain our economy. I never understood that and I think recent events have confirmed this as a misconception! We are good at manufacturing here and rather than spending time and effort sourcing overseas, let's put more effort into making manufacturing great in the UK!"

23/02/2010 10:23 - DENNIS KENT , MANAGING DIRECTOR , CARLTON LASER SERVICES LTD

"It's in my blood. It excites me every day, as each day is a new challenge!"

22/02/2010 19:52 - Michael Moore , Member of Parliament , Liberal Democrats

"Nearly ten years as a Chartered Accountant with many manufacturing clients and over 12 years as an MP with many manufacturers in my constituency means I am very committed to the manufacturing cause."

22/02/2010 16:09 - Barbara Hankins , Director , Catalyst Management Decisions Ltd

"We love manufacturing because it is an industry that presents unique challenges and opportunities to develop potential. Its employees range from ordinary peope, to technical experts, to creative designers, to management and administrators, all of which represent every strata of a local community. Great ideas are manufactured and companies can grow large and become major contributors to the local and national economy."

22/02/2010 15:53 - Andy Dobson , Managing Consultant , Lean 4 Business

"I love manufacturing becuase it creates, drives, provides, supports, sustains (and it's just plain fun!!)"

22/02/2010 15:34 - Les Allen , Business Relationships Leader , EEF

"It is the nation's economic life line and creates a wealth associated employment opportunities. It matches the British creative and entrepreneurial spirit. It also rekindles the spark of each child's imagination and encourages them to push their ideas forward into exciting career prospects."

22/02/2010 13:23 - Alexander Jones , Managing Director , Cambridge Industrial Design Ltd

"We love manufacturing because industrial design is nothing without it."

22/02/2010 11:10 - Tracy Griffiths , Managing Director , Elianna

"Manufacturing done well is the complete marriage of innovation, creativity, efficiency and effectiveness all rolled into one. It demands we solve real problems, by creating beautiful solutions, and enables diverse groups of people come together to create something meaningful.Plug empowerment for all into the mix and you have a real powerhouse for growth - for the individuals, teams, companies and UK PLC. "

22/02/2010 09:58 - Andrew Smith , Manufacturing Manager , Numatic International Ltd

"Because of all the stimulating challenges it brings, both technical and people-related, and the fact that it is real wealth creation that helps us enjoy the high standard of living we have in the UK."

22/02/2010 09:26 - Judith Porter , Financial Manager , Hydram Engineering Ltd

"I love manufacturing because there is such a sense of satisfaction in transforming raw materials into parts and products."

22/02/2010 09:13 - Roy Toyne , Head of Engineering , Regulateurs Europa Ltd

"Design, innovation and the manufacture of goods has had an enormous impact on society. We allow these skills to be lost at our peril."

22/02/2010 09:05 - P.Pash , HR Director , Air Cleaning Systems

" There are many different skills involved in manufacturing, which evolves in a product that is built in the UK that can be sold all over the world, to create revenue. If this Government would help support this industry, there would be the skills available for the children of the future to carry on and support this country.Instead of everyone transferring the manufacturing business's abroad"

22/02/2010 09:00 - Mark Bartlett , MD , Signbox Ltd

"Signs are the architectural interpretation of a brand identity. Working in one of the most creative industries in the UK, we combine high tech manufacturing processes with a thorough understanding of graphic usage rules."

21/02/2010 09:09 - Michael Bond , Director , Sterling-Bond Escrow Services

"To build and create a better world for everyone you have to make the goods, the tools, the gifts we need to survive and thrive. Only through the research, design and development of new tools can we solve the problems facing us and the world. We have the talent, let's build a better world!"

20/02/2010 09:08 - Mark Knowlton , Director , KPS Ltd

"It is the core of the 'real' economy; those who work in the manufacturing can develop a wide range of valuable skills capabilities that are transferable to other sectors."

20/02/2010 00:05 - Philip Schofield , Managing Director , Fitsco Industries Ltd

"We are in the 'niche' business of manufacturing a specialist range of fasteners used in plastic mouldings, wood and sheet metal applications. We offer flexibility, quick deliveries and competitive prices that can compete against Far East imports!"

19/02/2010 15:49 - Jenny Clucas , CEO , Chemicals Northwest

"Manufacturing is vital to the economic future of the UK. We have to be a country that makes things! Chemicals manufacturing is my love - making the raw materails that all other manufacturing relies on and products that enhance people's everday lives."

19/02/2010 15:29 - Nigel Tyas , Director , Nigel Tyas Ltd

"for me and my employees manufacturing offers us the opportunity to be creative and provide our customers with beautifull handmade objects."

19/02/2010 14:37 - Hans Wigart , CEO , Qimtek AB and Qimtek Ltd

"Manufacturing is at the heart of our human nature; solving problems, designing solutions and creating the finished product."

19/02/2010 14:17 - Simon Tregillus , Commercial Director , http://www.lasercutting.org.uk

"Long term economies need manufacturing to generate real profits for sustainable long term growth."

19/02/2010 11:36 - Jim Sims , Strategic Development Director , ngage solutions

"It pays my salary .... !!"

19/02/2010 11:13 - Arthur Butterfield , Regional ICT Development Manager , SEEDA

"Manufacturing is essential for the future of any self-sufficient sustainable future. The creation of desirable durable quality products from raw materials and components is a skillful process that cannot be easily bought off the shelf. In maintaining our ability to produce what business and consumers need, UK plc will have a future."

19/02/2010 11:01 - Howard Hopwood , Chairman , HARMAN technology Limited

"Manufacturing Black and White Photo products starts the Creative process that results in the iconic images of our time. It is a privelege to be ths starting point for that process."

19/02/2010 10:56 - Scott Lydon , Engineering Manager , Precision Recruitment Uk Ltd

"Because the strong traditions and history associated with manufacturing and engineering in this country needs to be preserved, promoted for it to prosper once again, before its too late and we lose one of the foundations of our country"

19/02/2010 09:04 - Eric Phipps , Production Director , Todd & Duncan Ltd

"Every day brings a new challenge and job satisfaction"

19/02/2010 09:01 - Howard Pickard , Managing Director , LBBC

"To see the application of various skills and knowledge to take raw materials or components and create something meaningful and valuable for others is an achievement we see on daily. You can't beat that."

19/02/2010 08:57 - Norman Addison , Managing Director , Bendalls Engineering

"It is both challenging & stimulating!"

19/02/2010 08:09 - Kevin Tamkin , Manufacturing Manager , -

"It creates wealth for the economy, jobs, & I'm proud to see "Made in Britain""

19/02/2010 03:07 - Steven Boyd , Production Manager , Tokheim UK Ltd

"It is an obsession to listen to customers, define solutions, and to work with people to deliver outstanding customer satisfaction."

18/02/2010 17:36 - Ross Ryan , MAS Advisor , Pera Innovation

"30 years involvement with wealth creation through manufacturing."

18/02/2010 17:10 - Robert Zarywacz , partner , Zarywacz

"Engineers and technicians as are important as bankers, accountants and lawyers in a balance economy plus local production of many items could reduce resources wasted on unnecessary transport"

18/02/2010 16:36 - Mark Young , Associate Editor , The Manufacturer magazine

"Innovation makes the world a better place!"

18/02/2010 15:58 - Lucie Keeton , Marketing , www.ThisIsManufacturing.co.uk

"Northwest manufacturing is alive and kicking!"

18/02/2010 15:06 - David Lindsey , Managing Director , Laser Process Ltd

"Because in a world where other sectors have let us down Britain needs to make, to make Britain Great."

18/02/2010 14:20 - Jonathan Rayfield , Director , ASPECT Marketing Group

"Seeing our clients create products from raw material and turn this expertise in to product that is world class, then having the opportunity to work with them to market these products and see them succeed is a marketeers dream!"

18/02/2010 12:59 - Stephen Wright , Managing Director , Thomas Wright / Thorite Group Ltd

"Manufacturing is the backbone of any real economy and creates true wealth that cascades down a society"

18/02/2010 12:46 - Elizabeth Stocker , Company director , Nigel Tyas ironwork

"Because the United Kingdom has a rich heritage of leading the world in manufacturing and we should keep it this way for the future prosperity of our country and it's young people!"

18/02/2010 11:53 - WJA Powell ISO , Retired now , Was MoD

"Because all the research an technology associated with, among many other things, to Thermal Imaging ( in my case) would have been wasted without its realisation in the manufacturing world."

18/02/2010 09:58 - Laurence Wood , Business Development Manager , EBS Automation Ltd

"Manufacturing has a large part to play and is an important element of any well balanced economy. "

18/02/2010 09:40 - Geoff Welch , Quality Manager , Pakawaste Ltd

"I love manufacturing because it creates real jobs for people living in an area. A major part of the wealth of this country was built on manufacturing and as such, Britain has a responsibility to maintain and nurture the basic skills required to manufacture products that can be utilised in this country and exported to other countries around the world."

18/02/2010 09:39 - Niki Phelps , Marketing & Communications Manager , Gooch & Housego PLC

"It makes a difference to the quality of our lives, indirectly by the creation of a life saving and life changing invention and directly by providing us with valued and rewarding employment thus having a knock on effect to where we live and those around us. "

18/02/2010 09:21 - Tom Jones , BDM , EEF

"Because it is real and honest and is the engine room of the economy. "

18/02/2010 08:58 - Mark Charlton , Apprentice , Davy Roll

"I chose manufacturing for my career as every day is different and therefore exciting. I would not want a boring office job"

17/02/2010 17:57 - Paul Everitt , SMMT chief executive , The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders

"I love manufacturing because it combines science, technology and design to create real value for the country and its communities."

17/02/2010 13:34 - Geoff Rushton , Operations Manager , Midland Group Training Services Ltd

"The results of manufacturing improve all our lives and provide a lasting heritage for the future"

17/02/2010 12:14 - Mike Ottolangui , Managing Director , Milltech Precision Engineering Ltd

"I am able to see the physical fruits of our labours and know that our work will be appraciated around the world."

17/02/2010 11:27 - Chris Weston , IS Director , The Deritend Group Ltd

"We have to be able to make things in this country!"

17/02/2010 09:58 - Malcolm Corcoran , Administration Director , TS Tech UK Limited

"Without Manufacturing, how can we be defined? We're a nation built upon Manufacturing beliefs. To let them disappear and crumble is a crime to our heritage.We should be proud of our past and equally optomistic of our future."

17/02/2010 09:43 - Ed Tranter , Executive Director , Findlay Media

"It has to be the corner stone of the UK's future economic success. We cannot rely on service industries for our future. Britain was made great during the first industrial revolution and with new technologies and advanced manufacturing techniques we stand on the edge of the second. If we want to compete in a global economy manufacturing is a crucial component. "

17/02/2010 09:25 - John Barrett , Managing Director , Multi Marque Production Engineering Ltd

"We enjoy manufacturing quality machines which last and are therefore eco friendly. Multi Marque also relish the challenge to adapt and build what the customer needs. "

17/02/2010 09:03 - Stuart Wright , Operations Director , Aeromet International Plc.

"Manufacturing allows those involved to create visible and rewarding results. Make things,make sense."

17/02/2010 08:22 - Michael Evans , Managing Director , EBS Automation Ltd

"Because it is real, tangible and we actually make something!"

17/02/2010 07:23 - Rod Macdonald , Managing Director , Holroyd Precision Ltd

"It is the lifeblood of everyday life, without it we have nothing. The varied challenges that are presented provide a intersting and varied workday and profession"

16/02/2010 23:38 - Paul Dobson , Regional Director , Manufacturing Advisory Service North East

"I love the buzz of satisfying a client with a product or service that satisfies a real need. "

16/02/2010 20:21 - Joe Marshall , Director , Kaizenworld

"Manufacturing is the bed rock of financial integrity"

16/02/2010 20:10 - Doug Anderson , Marketing Manager , VEGA

"just because making things is good for the soul"

16/02/2010 19:43 - andy winser , director , NuStar Recruitment

"We started the Industrial Revolution and we must remain capable of showing the rest "how it`s done"."

16/02/2010 17:01 - Duncan Crawford , Finance Director , Rainford Group Ltd

"Manufacturing is the engine of the economy. Making real things adds real and sustainable value both for the local communities in which they are based and the country as a whole - without it our economy is built on sand."

16/02/2010 16:49 - JM FOSTER , CREDIT CONTROLLER ,

"It is an opportunity to keep industry alive in the UK. The process could be British produced, British Manufactured and British exported."

16/02/2010 16:39 - Mick Straw , Supply Chain Executive , Specialised Management Services Limited

"Manufacturing is the basic element in the wealth creation cycle. "

16/02/2010 16:22 - Stephen Verney , managing director , JS Humidifiers Plc

"We love being a world class manufacturer of low energy humidifiers which we sell through the world."

16/02/2010 16:14 - Theresa Kibble , Personnel Officer , ZF Lemforder UK

"Becasue it produces and makes money for the UK Market. The country cannot make money from the service sector, the country needs manufacturing."

16/02/2010 16:14 - Chris Cammoile , Director , Viscount

"Adding real value to a supply chain is the only robust way to develop skills and create a sustainable economy."

16/02/2010 16:08 - BJ Pigott , General Manager , Marco Cable Management

"Local (ie UK) manufacturing for local markets, generating and supporting local jobs and local economic growth and hence economic strength. No other sector allows us to make such a massive impact on UK Plc? "

16/02/2010 15:44 - CARL TOMLINSON , OPERATIONS DIRECTOR , TOMBURN LIMITED

"IT IS THE KEY TO SUSTAINABLE WEALTH CREATION "

16/02/2010 15:44 - Philip Bunce , FD , Bunce (Ashbury) Ltd

"Because how could the emergency services, public transport and all vehicles travel our roads without snowploughs and salt spreaders"

16/02/2010 15:39 - claire cooper , operations director , AR Engineering Industries Ltd

"Manufacturing is the grass roots and foundations of Britain, if manufacturing can once again boom then the economy as a whole will be boosted and once again Britain can be Great."

16/02/2010 15:38 - John Pritchard , Managing Director , Daver Steels Ltd

"Its essential for the UK economy and a satisfying career for young people"

16/02/2010 15:21 - Andrew Rhodes , Managing Director , Lechler Ltd

"Manufacturing is the only outlet to industrial wealth and redressing the national debt. It is the only industry which creates something physically new. "

16/02/2010 15:12 - Michelle Mitchell , HR Manager , Brompton Bicycle Limited

"Manufacturing brings all walks of people together, what other industry does that? "

16/02/2010 14:46 - Julian Baseley , Managing Director , Earlex Ltd

"Manufacturing is an essential bedrock on which the economy is based. It provides good qaulity jobs for people who do not fit into an office or shop environment. It is a long term activity, not a flash in the pan situation."

16/02/2010 14:36 - Sir Roy McNulty , Chairman , Advantage West Midlands

"Manufacturing is a vital part of our economy. We are steeped in innovation, invention and ingenuity and we can compete with the best in the world. It has to be supported and promoted. "

16/02/2010 14:26 - tim kiernan , managing director , barkston plastics engineering ltd

"It has, it is, it will be, the backbone of britain"

16/02/2010 14:05 - Alexander Craig , Managing Director , Qualitetch Components Ltd

"It is what people who can do.It is a real creative experience changing nothing into somthing."

16/02/2010 13:57 - Andrew Churchill , Managing Director , JJ Churchill Ltd.

"Manufacturing, and through it the creating of real added-value goods, is what is pulling us out of recession and is what will enable us to survive the up-turn. Possibly uniquely, manufacturing generates and develops IP, it provides stimulus for training, drives the acquisition of life-long skills and employs people. A a consequence, manufacturing has to be a key element to any government's strategy to tackle un-employment and manage our trade deficit."

16/02/2010 13:57 - Andrew Siddons , Managing Director , Joseph and Jesse Siddons Ltd

"Selling an actual physical product produces an honest wealth , not a paper transaction of smoke and mirrors.A manufacturing week is commendable but 3 day weeks are currently the reality."

16/02/2010 13:41 - Roy Thomason , Managing Director , Tufnol Composites Ltd

"Manufacturing provides the ideal shop window to showcase British inventiveness, ingenuity, and innovation. If the Govt ever doubted the importance of a manufacturing industry, why is it that every third world country or expanding economy wants one?"

16/02/2010 12:55 - Steve Chilvers , Sales Director , Brockhouse Group

"Nothing more satisfying than starting with an idea and seeing it progress to the finished article, through the application of design, engineering energy and enthusiasm."

16/02/2010 12:34 - Nicola Sims , HR Manager , Armstrong Ltd

"Manufacturers make real things. Everything around us in fact – like the medicines that save lives, the food on our tables, and the technology we’re going to need to tackle huge problems like climate change. "

16/02/2010 12:30 - Alison Tucker , Head of HR , Ipsen Biopharm Limited

"As good employers, we have a positive influence on the lives of the people who work for us and all their families. The product we manufacture (specialist drug) makes a difference to people's lives all over the world - win-win really!"

15/02/2010 18:17 - Rob Oliver , Chief Executive , Construction Equipment Association

"It's the people and the products. The people who work in manufacturing are the best - I never fail to be impressed by their innovation, commitment and enthusiasm. The products, in my experience construction equipment, through the application of skill and enterprise are used to construct the world around us. "

15/02/2010 16:10 - Matt Chilton , Project Director , The Manufacturer Magazine

"I love speaking to so many people who are so passionate about UK manufacturing and seeing how they have developed innovative staff training, invested in the long term future of of their factories and how they are now passing on what they have learnt onto their supply chains..."

15/02/2010 15:28 - Greg Dickinson , Manufacturing Policy Manager , Advantage West Midlands

"It is the basis of a sound and sustainable economy. Britain is good at innovating and manufacturing and we should develop and exploit our strengths."

15/02/2010 10:51 - Warren Patey , Branch Manager , Atkinson & Keene

"Manufacturing is the key to not only a particular region's economy, but also the country as a whole. In today's uncertain economic times, it is more important than ever!"

15/02/2010 10:49 - Tim Atkinson , Partner , Atkinson & Keene

"It creates a balanced economy, without the need to be wholly reliant on other countrys or other sectors of our own economy"

12/02/2010 19:42 - Bill Mills , Director , NWtexnet

"Manufacturing is at the heart of the region. It sets the tempo for the lives of huge numbers of employees in the NW, and the outputs are real and tangible"

12/02/2010 15:12 - Judith Hogg , Operations Manager , EEF

"Provides solid basis for stable economy, reinforces our global position as an innovative nation and provides excellent career and employment opportunities for thousands of people."

12/02/2010 13:29 - Elizabeth Jovanovic , HR Consultant , EEF

"Because it works with real people to make real things for everyone's benefit and it provides me with an interesting job"

12/02/2010 09:40 - Neil Barlow , Chief Executive , Northwest Automotive Alliance

"Its the "business which makes things" and creates wealth."

11/02/2010 18:46 - Steve Baker , Managing Consultant , SA Partners

"Because I believe it is still the backbone of the British economy"

11/02/2010 16:59 - Richard Sephton , Partner Relations , EEF

"Stop for a moment and consider each thing you use on a daily basis - the chances are that the UK Manufacturing has had some influence on its design, development and construction."

11/02/2010 16:00 - ed clements , director , team integra limited

"Manufacturing is value generation, wealth creation and innovation at it's very best."

11/02/2010 09:32 - Julian Hunt , Director of Communications , Food and Drink Federation

"What's not to love? I am working in a sector that is a genuine British success story - a big employer (440,000 people), strong on innovation and a major exporter of value-added products. "

11/02/2010 09:27 - Melanie Leech , Director General , Food and Drink Federation

""We are proud of the fact that the food and drink sector is the biggest component of UK manufacturing. It’s a successful, dynamic and diverse sector – one that has weathered the recent recession better than most. Innovation is at the heart of everything we do – whether it’s changing the recipes of your favourite brands so that they are healthier or using new energy-efficient processing techniques to reduce our carbon footprint. That’s why we love manufacturing.”"

10/02/2010 15:44 - CLAIRE COLEMAN , MANAGING DIRECTOR , SERVICE MATTERS

"I grew my career in a manufacturing environment and believe that the UK has some of the best maufacturing skills in the world"

10/02/2010 12:25 - Jennifer Huckstep , Senior External Affairs Adviser , EEF

"The diversity of it. There is such a range of sectors involved from plastics to planes - it never fails to amaze! "

09/02/2010 17:31 - Paul Andrews , CEO , Oaktec

"We need it for a sustainable economy and to remain a creative and innovative nation"

09/02/2010 14:25 - David Ost , Region Director , EEF North West

"Manufacturing is once again being recognised as a key industry in the UK.Iin the North West, it contributes around £20bn to the local economy and directly employs just under half a million people ... and growing. "

09/02/2010 10:54 - Simon Cox , Senior manager - Human Resources , Mitsui Components Europe

"Manufacturing is the bedrock of our society - without it we can not develop our skills and the necessary experience to move forward in the world. There is a proud tradition in the UK and I for one, do not want hear myself or the politicians for that matter lamenting it's passing! "

09/02/2010 09:16 - Colin Wood , Manufacturing Manager , Arrowvale Electronics

"You produce a product that is tangible, real; it exists in the present and has instant recognisable value. "

09/02/2010 09:16 - Colin Wood , Manufacturing Manager , Arrowvale Electronics

"You produce a product that is tangible, real; it exists in the present and has instant recognisable value. "

08/02/2010 17:39 - Chris Rowlands , Head of Manufacturing , Northwest Regional Development Agency

"I've loved manufacturing all my life because people, processes and materials all combine to add value and create something OF great value. Whatever the product, there is pride in the result. And here in the Northwest, the UK's largest manufacturing sector, we are proud of the heritage and the future prospects for this critical industry."

08/02/2010 08:30 - David Nelson , Head of HR , Biwater

"Manufacturing from basic tools to life saving drugs and ultra modern IT changes and improves our world "

05/02/2010 19:11 - Claire Rosney , Barrister , EEF Ltd

"Manufacturing has improved the lives of each and every one of us - we need to invest in its future so it can continue to evolve and develop to benefit generations to come."

05/02/2010 17:26 - Ewan Lloyd-Baker , Chief Executive , Specialist Energy Group plc

""The tangibility of what we do having a positive impact on the stakeholders we do it for""

05/02/2010 16:25 - Ford Graham , NW Sales Manger , EEF

"It provides the key foundation stone for our economy upon which our futures and those of our children are based"

05/02/2010 14:12 - Martin Wassell , Region Director , EEF Ltd

"Its the future of our real economy"

05/02/2010 13:19 - Tim Kirker , General Manager , Greenwood Engineering Ltd

"Without it, we would still be living in caves . . ."

05/02/2010 09:42 - Leann Flynn , MPD Co-ordinator , EEF Limited

"It's the only way to go it's our future!"

05/02/2010 09:16 - John Glynn , Director , Simply Inspired

"Manufacturing means you can actually CREATE something. The skills needed for this paramount and must not be lost. "

05/02/2010 08:38 - Guy Holden , HR & Legal Adviser , EEF

"There is nothing more satisfying and rewarding that seeing a finished product go out the door to a customer"

05/02/2010 07:51 - Paul Glynn , HR Learning & Development Adviser , EEF

"Because you can actually see the results of your work and the cleverest scientists and thought leaders in the world drive this sector"

05/02/2010 06:43 - Frank Power , Director , Simmal Aluminium Extrusions

"We love manufacturing because it encapsulates everything that is good in business from design, creativity, vision right through to making something. Manufacturing makes the world a better place, indigenous manufacturing makes our small part of the world a better place too."

04/02/2010 18:29 - Michael Stewart , Partner , Mazars LLP

"It remains the lifeblood of our economy. manufacturing shapes our lives and inspires young people to make something and make a difference."

04/02/2010 16:51 - Andy Abernethy , Solicitor , EEF

"It produces sustainable and real value. In light of what has happened to financial services in the past two years this cannot be underestimated. "

04/02/2010 16:12 - Debbie Knowles , HR & Legal Advisor , EEF

"Because no matter who you are, there is always pleasure and amazement to be had in watching something actually being "made"."

04/02/2010 16:10 - Debbie Knowles , HR & Legal Advisor , EEF

"I love manufacturing because no matter who you are, there is always pleasure and amazement to be had in watching something actually being "made"."

04/02/2010 16:01 - Angela Robinson , Business Relationships Analyst , EEF

"because just like the body cant do without a heart, the country cant do without manufacturing"

04/02/2010 15:30 - Kevan T McElroy , Manufacturing Director , Senior Hargreaves

"I love manufacturing because whatever problems are put forward it has people who can."

04/02/2010 13:09 - Andrea Rodney , Director , Hone-All Precision Ltd

"I love manufacturing because every day presents a new challenge and every challenge is overcome using passion, drive, innovation and the determination to succeed. "

04/02/2010 11:14 - Jo Britton , Marketing Manager , EEF

"I love manufacturing because manufacturers are amazingly clever people. They invent, design, make and sell so much cool stuff which so many of us take for granted. Our world just wouldn't work without them."

04/02/2010 10:32 - Vicky Burgess , Director of Finance , Capital Springs & Pressings Ltd

"We are the inners for your finished product. The manufacturing of a product... so tanagable.. Products that make retail, and the economy happen. Manufacturers have the real skill. "

03/02/2010 10:45 - Jeegar Kakkad , Senior Economist , EEF

"I love manufacturing because of the manufacturers - they're innovators and problem solvers."

31/01/2010 20:19 - Lee Hopley , Chief Economist , EEF

"I love manufacturing because of the role it plays at the heart of the UK's real economy."