1962 Harlech Tools was established in 1962 as Precision Engineers, making Press tools, Jigs and Fixtures.

1962-1991 The Company remained very small but a well respected engineering workshop in Swansea.

1991 Management buyout the Company was purchased by Mr. And Mrs. S.J. Watkins. Steve Watkins a time served toolmaker joined the Company in 1979 and prior to the takeover was already taking care of the day to day running of the Company which led to a smooth transition.

1991 - Number of Employees - 12 The main aim now was to move the Company in a new and challenging direction and achieve growth by attracting quality customers.To do this, the infrastructure had to be changed, including the introduction of recognized quality system etc.

1993 Harlech achieved ISO9002 (BS5750) 1994 In line with our growth plans Harlech moved to new premises in Ystradgynlais which at the time was 50% larger, a freehold site with space for expansion.

1995-1997 Joined the Bosh Supplier Association, created to develop local companies to become world class suppliers. Consultants were - Stratagem and the W.D.A.

1995 - Rover 2nd tier Supplier Association.

1998 Joined the Sony Supplier Association continuing the development of the Company into lean manufacturing. Consultants were S.A Partners and W.D.A

1998 - Relocated press shop into purpose built extension.

1998 - Relocated Toolroom to new unit.

1999 - First European customer Domestic Appliance manufacture, Germany.

1999 Indirect export of our door catch to Hungary and Turkey by U.K Domestic Appliance manufactures.

1999 - Relocated Despatch area to new unit to create room for customer Kanban Systems.

1999 - Number of Employees - 43

1991-1999 Turnover has increased by 558%