A metal finishing company based in Staffordshire, with a history of more than 40 years in serving the British industry, has gone into administration. Pym & Wildsmith (Metal Finishers) Limited, established in 1979 and located at Bramshall Industrial Estate near Uttoxeter, appointed administrators on June 3 as announced in the London Gazette.
The company, renowned for its expertise in metal treatment and coating, selected Mark Blackman and James Saunders of KR8 Advisory as the joint administrators. Pym & Wildsmith has been a prominent industrial finishing enterprise in the Midlands, offering services such as e-coating, powder coating, paint spraying, shot blasting, and pre-treatment to clients across various sectors like automotive, construction, engineering, defense, energy, rail, architecture, transport, and water.
Having operated for 47 years, the metal finishing business was originally founded in 1979 by Stephen Pym and Tony Wildsmith. The company shifted from family ownership to complete employee ownership in 2022, according to reports.
Describing itself as a leading specialist industrial finishing company in the Midlands, Pym & Wildsmith highlights its commitment to providing high-quality services to a range of respected clients. With over 45 years of experience in delivering top-notch industrial finishes to the UK industry, the company operates from its headquarters in Bramshall, Staffordshire, strategically located near major motorway networks. The company’s facilities include an EPD facility, box ovens, spray booths, pickling tanks, and a technical department.
A significant investment in processes, equipment, and technology over the past five years has led to the introduction of new products and services, as well as an increase in sales and customer base.
The company has received numerous positive reviews on Google, with customers praising their exceptional customer service and professionalism. The future of Pym & Wildsmith remains uncertain as it navigates through the administration process.
