Hi Martin,
With an investment of this size, you need lots of space for machines, as well as growth potential for the next decade.
It is not however a premonition of 'super-sizing' so no fears there. The increase in production is about 100-200 units a year, so it does require some room for growth in the next decade.
In addition, some of the machines will be able to do more than just cases, such as special kinds of engraving or some (not all!) movement bridges and such.
The greatest advantage for Richard is that is gives RM even more flexibility. A new case design can now be realised more quickly without lost time; new ideas can be prototyped for feasibility easily and this will enrich the company's ability to tap into its creative impulses swiftly and give RM an even more competitive edge.
Ciao,
Theodore Diehl
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