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25th Jan 2026
West Midlands precision engineering specialist Rowan Precision is reinforcing the importance of face-to-face engagement as it prepares to exhibit at the Southern Manufacturing & Electronics Show. While digital communication and automation continue to reshape supply chains, Rowan Precision believes that trust, credibility, and long-term partnerships are still built in person.
“Manufacturing is ultimately a people business,” said Neil Williams. “You can have the right certifications and the right technology, however, meaningful relationships are what turn conversations into programmes. Events like Southern Manufacturing give us the chance to sit down with customers, understand what’s changing in their world, and show how our capabilities can support them.”
The company will be exhibiting on Stand K190, where Technical Sales Manager Neil Williams and Head of Operations Karen Harrison-Thomas will be meeting with existing customers, prospective partners, and industry stakeholders as part of a deliberate strategy to strengthen relationships and deepen collaboration across aerospace, medical, and high-integrity manufacturing markets.
At the show, Rowan Precision will be showcasing its sliding head CNC machining technology, a core capability that enables the high-volume production of complex, tight-tolerance components with exceptional repeatability. The technology is particularly well suited to demanding applications where precision, traceability, and consistency are critical.
Alongside its machining capabilities, the company will also be highlighting its ISO 13485 medical accreditation, which positions Rowan Precision to support regulated medical device supply chains as demand across the sector continues to grow.
For Head of Operations Karen Harrison-Thomas, the exhibition is as much about listening as it is about presenting technical credentials.
“Our focus is on building resilient, long-term relationships,” she said. “Meeting customers face-to-face allows us to talk openly about quality, capacity, compliance, and continuous improvement. It’s also an opportunity to demonstrate the strength of our operational systems and the culture behind them.”
She added that the Southern Manufacturing Show provides a valuable platform to engage with a broad cross-section of the industry, from OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers to fellow manufacturers navigating similar challenges around skills, investment, and regulation.
As Rowan Precision continues to invest in quality standards, advanced machining, and operational excellence, the company sees relationship-building as a strategic differentiator rather than a soft skill.
“In a competitive market, being visible, accessible, and trusted matters,” Williams said. “Pressing the flesh still counts—and we’re looking forward to some honest, productive conversations on Stand K190.”
Rowan Precision will be exhibiting at the Southern Manufacturing & Electronics Show throughout the event, welcoming visitors to discuss current programmes, future requirements, and opportunities for collaboration.