Pincroft expands military textile printing with £1.5mn investment
Military fabric printer, dyer, and finisher Pincroft has strengthened its position as a leading manufacturer of camouflage textiles with a significant £1.5 million investment in state-of-the-art rotary printing technology. The expansion was celebrated on February 10, 2025, with a high-profile visit from UK government officials, marking a major step forward for the company and British manufacturing.
The event saw the presence of Sir Lindsay Hoyle MP, Speaker of the House of Commons and MP for Chorley, alongside Maria Eagle MP, Minister of State for Defence Procurement and Industry. Pincroft’s CEO John Vareldzis and Managing Director Mike Collins welcomed the officials, who participated in a symbolic ribbon-cutting ceremony in front of company directors and industry guests.
Sir Lindsay Hoyle emphasized the investment’s significance, stating, “This is a major investment creating high-quality jobs, but most of all, producing the best camouflage in the world right here in Adlington.” Maria Eagle MP highlighted the importance of maintaining local control over the intellectual property behind military uniform design, reinforcing the UK’s sovereign strength.
The investment includes the installation of a Rotascreen TG by Austrian manufacturer Zimmer, featuring 12 printheads and a magnet system for greater precision, faster reorders, and uniform coverage. Additionally, Pincroft has brought screen-making in-house with the SPGPrints bestLEN direct rotary engraving system, enhancing production flexibility, creativity, and speed.
John Vareldzis commented on the strategic significance of the expansion, noting that it not only positions Pincroft to meet evolving customer demands but also opens opportunities for new markets and lighter fabrics. Mike Collins added that the new equipment has increased the company’s annual production capacity to over eight million metres, ensuring it is well-prepared to meet growing global demand.
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