As lockdown measures are gradually eased across the United Kingdom, the group is playing its part in supporting the re-opening of businesses by producing ready-to-install office partitions, driver screens and floor markings to protect against COVID-19 infection.

Machinery in Willenhall that would normally be used to manufacture industrial ink trays and automotive components has been adjusted to manufacture products needed to re-start the economy safely post-pandemic.

Chris Baugh, Managing Director of Shiftec, Willenhall, said: “Thousands of businesses across Britain are grappling with the challenge of keeping employees safe while resuming their usual activities. We wanted to do our bit to back the national re-start by producing equipment that will help people to maintain social distancing – or to protect people where a two-metre gap isn’t possible.

“We’re pleased to have found a way to make these products at short notice – it helps keep our equipment running, and to get our own employees back to work.”

Products being made by Shiftec include a driver protection screen – essential for private hire vehicles or for commercial drivers who need a partition between themselves and passengers in the rear seat.

Temporary office partitions provide a transparent barrier between desks for office environments. Floor stencils make one-way routes evident through workplaces, and full face shields are being produced for workers in higher risk environments.