Digital transformation brings springs to new heights

G&O Springs crafts a diverse range of high-performance springs in-house, from lightweight titanium to durable carbon steel, serving world-class clients such as Rolls-Royce and Collins Aerospace.

Robin Boyd, who joined the business in 1974, eventually took over the reins by buying out
his partners, before growing G&O Springs further.

Today, with 45 employees and membership in the prestigious Midlands Aerospace Alliance, G&O Springs continues to thrive under the leadership of Robin Boyd’s son, Steve, who joined the business as a summer job 29 years ago.


Since stepping into the role of Managing Director, Steve has been a driving force behind the company’s digital push, which began in earnest in 2018.

As part of this, Steve’s son, Jacob, recently joined the business to assist with the implementation of
digital systems, making him the third Boyd to work at G&O Springs.

While many SMEs look to programmes like Made Smarter West Midlands to start their digital journey, G&O Springs was already ahead of the curve, integrating advanced technologies into its operations. However,
the company sought expert advice to refine its systems and close the remaining gaps.

Steve Boyd said: “We’ve always been ahead of our peers in digital technology. We wanted to take things even further by implementing real-time monitoring on the shop floor.” 

Read the full article in DPA's January 2025 issue