Air Control Industries: A Year In Review

A Look Back – A Year Of Employee Ownership

2023 has been a year of growth and change for ACI. As we reflect back on the past 12 months, it’s incredible to see how far we’ve come as a company and a team. This year challenged us to evolve – from transitioning to an employee-owned business to expanding our skills and knowledge through extensive training programs. But most importantly, it brought us closer together.

In this blog post, we’ll give you an inside look at ACI’s journey over the past year. You’ll learn about the bold steps we took to empower employees and boost innovation from within. You’ll discover how we invested in our people and facilities to cement our “Built to Last” mentality. And you’ll see examples of how we embraced emerging technologies while never losing sight of practical solutions that solve real-world problems.

A Look Back – A Year Of Employee Ownership

2023 has been a year of growth and change for ACI. As we reflect back on the past 12 months, it’s incredible to see how far we’ve come as a company and a team. This year challenged us to evolve – from transitioning to an employee-owned business to expanding our skills and knowledge through extensive training programs. But most importantly, it brought us closer together.

In this blog post, we’ll give you an inside look at ACI’s journey over the past year. You’ll learn about the bold steps we took to empower employees and boost innovation from within. You’ll discover how we invested in our people and facilities to cement our “Built to Last” mentality. And you’ll see examples of how we embraced emerging technologies while never losing sight of practical solutions that solve real-world problems.

Long-term Investments: ACI's Growth Track

ACI has made substantial capital investments in 2023, ranging from new machinery to facility upgrades to propel future growth and cement their “Built to Last” mentality — discover how these strategic decisions promise to provide competitive advantages that will pay dividends for years to come.

 

1,000 Hours and Counting: Our Commitment to Upskilling.

ACI has invested over 1,000 hours in 2023 on comprehensive training programs across all departments to uphold their “Never Standing Still” ethos and ensure their workforce adapts confidently to future challenges — Read how this commitment to continuous upskilling promises more motivated, engaged and future-ready talent.

Empowering the Team: A New Chapter - Employees Ownership

ACI took the bold step in January 2023 to transition into an employee-owned company, placing its future and success in the hands of its greatest asset – its people – explore how this monumental change promises to unlock innovation, purposeful work, and a thriving culture where every employee-owner feels valued.

Building Tomorrow: 7 New Hires Across the Board

ACI brings on seven new hires to power future growth. With strategic additions across finance, marketing, HR, and more, ACI strengthens its talent bench to drive innovation. Managing Director Adrian Nield says these partners will keep ACI evolving with fresh ideas. Find out how ACI is future-proofing their team.

 

Team Members Elevated to Key Positions

ACI has promoted four employees – Ollie Horrell, Florence Vaughan-France, Dan Anjos and Dexter Neesam – to key sales, and management positions. The move exemplifies ACI’s commitment to developing talent and leadership within its ranks.

Continue reading to learn more about these promotions and what they mean for ACI’s culture of growth and collaboration.

Living to our Values: ACI's Core Values Award Winners

ACI awarded six employees with Core Values Awards for showcasing company values such as continuous growth, delivering impactful work, and fostering team spirit. Winners include Ollie Horrell, Tom Chapple, Paul Seaward, Anita Mitchell, Anita Hall-Roberts, and Abdul Bostan. Discover why each winner stood out for bringing ACI’s values to life.

Fortifying the Future: Unveiling Our Dedicated R&D Team's

ACI has formed a dedicated R&D team in 2023 to take a more strategic, future-focused approach to product innovation aligned with customer needs and market trends — explore how this fortifies their “Built to Last” ethos by cementing a structured innovation program that taps into collective knowledge company-wide.

 

 

Accelerating Tomorrow: A Year in Industry 4.0, IoT, and Machine Learning

Over the past year, ACI has invested significantly in Industry 4.0, IoT, and machine learning to boost efficiency, data-driven decisions, competitive edge, and customer-centric solutions. Looking ahead, ACI will focus on balancing cutting-edge technology with practical implementations that align with industry and customer needs through partnerships. Discover more about ACI’s technological advancements shaping the future.

Stronger Together - Work Council's Accomplishments

ACI’s employee council fostered engagement through celebratory events, community outreach, social events, and implementing employee suggestions. It announces plans to connect employees and the local community further. Get the details on their considerable impact so far and promising vision ahead.

 

 

Successful EX-update

ACI has undertaken a comprehensive update this year to bring their full range of explosion-proof fans up to the latest stringent ATEX, IECEx and UKEX safety certifications – Find out how this unrelenting commitment to meeting the highest standards cements their identity as an industry leader focused on zero compromises when it comes to safety.

 

 

Expanding Horizons - A Journey Through Leading Exhibitions

ACI has actively attended numerous industry events and exhibitions to gain insights into emerging manufacturing trends, connect with stakeholders, and maintain a competitive edge. By expanding horizons, the company strengthens ecosystems and positions itself at the forefront of industry evolution. Learn more about the shows attended and how they inspire innovation,

Running Strong: ACI Team's 5K Muddy Run Nets £1,250 for Cancer Research

Bringing departments together, ACI employees trained as one team to triumph in a muddy 5K run for charity, raising over £1,000 for cancer research while forging lasting bonds in the process. Find out what the team thought of the race and if they plan on doing it again next year.

 

As 2023 comes to a close, ACI has firmly established its foundation for future growth. By transitioning to an employee-owned company and investing heavily in infrastructure and talent development, we have positioned ourselves as an empowered and resilient company.

With upgraded facilities matched by an unlocked passion within its workforce, ACI heads into 2024 perfectly poised for innovation. Guided by shared values and powered by collective ambition, ACI moves onwards with momentum.