IMechE - Portsmouth & IOW Branch Guided Factory Tour

Date: 21 August 2024

Time: 18:00 - 20:00 hrs

Location: 501 Dunsbury Park, Brooklime Way, Havant, PO9 4FF

T. 01730 235180

Join us for a special after-hours opportunity to explore Percussion Play's new, award-winning manufacturing facility located in Havant. Percussion Play is renowned for its creation of large, durable outdoor musical instruments that have found their place in a wide variety of settings around the globe, including parks, schools, museums, facilities for senior living, hospitals, and numerous other locations.

Percussion Play has had a major impact with its outdoor musical instruments, increasing its international sales by over 70% in just three years. Currently, nearly 90% of its products are being used internationally. This accomplishment has earned the company the prestigious King's Award for Enterprise 2024 in the category of International Trade, recognizing its successful global business. This is the second time the business has received a Royal Enterprise award, following its receipt of the Queen's Award for International Trade in 2021.

This exclusive tour offers attendees a rare glimpse into the meticulous processes behind the making, tuning, and dispatching of these unique musical instruments. It's not only a chance to see where and how these instruments are brought to life but also to understand the craftsmanship and attention to detail involved in ensuring their quality and durability. Whether you're a music enthusiast, an educator, or simply curious about innovative manufacturing processes, this tour is an experience you won't want to miss.