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# Case Study: Customised Engineering Solutions at Hellyar Plastics and OGM by Jenco
- URL: https://www.plasticsiq.com/case-study-customised-engineering-solutions-at-hellyar-plast/
- Published: 2024-04-23T12:19:30.000Z
- Updated: 2026-09-21T17:57:37.000Z
- Description: Client: Hellyar Plastics, Southern England & OGM, Oxfordshire Industry: Plastics and Performance Polymers
- Author: PlasticsIQ Staff
- Tags: Insights, Machinery

**Background:** [**Jenco**](https://www.jenco.co.uk/?ref=plasticsiq.com), a leader in engineering solutions for the plastics industry, was approached by [**Hellyar Plastics**](https://www.hellyar.co.uk/en%5FGB/?ref=plasticsiq.com) to enhance productivity and reduce waste. Concurrently, [**OGM**](https://ogm.uk.com/?ref=plasticsiq.com) sought Jenco's expertise for a specialised conveyor belt project, demonstrating Jenco's wide-ranging capabilities in addressing complex industrial challenges.

**Challenges:**

- **Hellyar Plastics** faced significant productivity inefficiencies and high wear rates in their equipment, necessitating upgrades that could integrate with existing systems without extensive downtime.
- **OGM** required a highly specialised conveyor system to manage the logistics of product transfer from production to cleaning processes, with a specific need for custom sorting capabilities.

**Solutions Implemented:**

At **Hellyar Plastics**, Jenco's first step was to conduct a thorough review with the client's team, discussing major operational pain points and devising a prioritised plan for system upgrades. Innovations included:

- Specialised drying systems for delicate materials.
- A new central conveying system designed to handle aggressive polymers, customised with a bespoke receiving hopper optimised for space constraints.
- Application of a durable special coating on loader bodies to address the longstanding issue of high wear.

For **OGM**, Jenco designed a centrally controlled conveyor system capable of interfacing with existing equipment while introducing modern tracking and sorting technologies. Key features included:

- RFID tagging for accurate basket sorting.
- Integration of capacitive sensors for precise movement tracking.
- Modular design to facilitate phased implementation and future scalability.

**Results:**

- **Hellyar Plastics** reported significant improvements in operational efficiency and material handling, with the added benefit of reducing equipment wear-and-tear.
- **OGM** achieved enhanced operational reliability and flexibility in their product handling processes, meeting stringent industry standards for logistics and maintenance.

**Client Testimonials:**

- **Alan (Production Manager, Hellyar Plastics):** "It was refreshing for a company to take such interest in what we do as a business...Jenco's solutions addressed long-term issues rather than offering a short-term fix."
- **Freddie (Project Manager, OGM):** "The guys at Jenco had been very accommodating with the project given the various changes along the way...we were given full access to the software, a crucial factor in our decision to go with them."

**Conclusion:** This case study illustrates Jenco's dedication to delivering bespoke engineering solutions that address specific client needs while fostering long-term improvements in productivity and efficiency. Their approach underscores the importance of understanding and integrating with clients' existing operations, demonstrating Jenco's role as a partner in innovation.