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CUSTOMER STORIES Real projects that demonstrate the quality, capability, and local support behind every Heliner machine.


Creative Capability at Scale
Makers is a unique company that bridges the gap between architecture and construction. Their integrated approach has enabled a variety of interesting architecturally-led projects with some ‘weird and wonderful’ possibilities.
Their work includes a range of Mahi Toi sculptures and civic projects, plus architectural panelised construction, modular house builds, joinery, and interior fit-outs. Olly Townend, General Manager, tells us how their Heliner machine has expanded the


Needed Functionality at 1/3rd the Price
Paraparaumu Doors manufactures bespoke residential joinery, working with a range of high-quality native and exotic timbers to craft doors, window frames, cupboards, and louvres.
Adam Thomson, Managing Director, tells us about their quest for CNC routers to speed up production of their widely varying products[…]


Unheard-of Service and Vast New Potential
Vent Tech designs and manufactures commercial and industrial fan units for New Zealand and international clients. Most people don’t realise that fans are everywhere, behind the scenes, and that many services, such as restaurants and hospitality, have to shut down if they fail. Alex Keown, operations manager, and Gerald Keown, director/owner, tell us how Heliner has transformed their operation, saved time and costs, and opened up a lot of untapped business potential…


Superior finish with 20 to 30% timesaving
Metal Works Innovation in Mount Maunganui fabricates aluminum, wood, and plastic components for other product manufacturers. Les Coenraads, the business owner, tells us how a Heliner CNC machine has transformed their operation. A positive introduction…


Our Key to Deliver Cutting-Edge Products
Wilde Signs create outside-the-square signage with unique personality, in all shapes and sizes, including 3-D display props. Precision engineering is required for this, going beyond the limits of traditional materials and components. Ryan Rogers, owner/director…


Precision Quality in 25% of the Time
Step Ahead Stairs is a company specialising in the manufacture and installation of residential and commercial stairways. Their concentrated focus means they can deliver a high-quality product at an economical price, more efficiently than general…


Supporting – Not Selling
Vik Sharma, Director, tells us how they finally got it all humming.


De-Risking Manufacturing Initiatives
Roydon Scarlett, General Manager, tells us how Heliner has provided a perfect-fit solution to manufacture their products.


We Got to Our Production Sweet Spot
Derek Manson, Advanced Manufacturing Manager, tells us how they got Heliner on board to take their manufacturing to another level.


World-Leading Innovation
Geoff Kirby, Senior Technician, tells us how Heliner developed a CNC router to facilitate cutting precise “pockets” in the road to accommodate the charging pads.


Work Horses That Just Keep Going
Krissy Moody, CNC Router Operator, tells us how Heliner has enabled them to achieve reliable, hassle-free production after having problems in the past.
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