Born 1967. Commenced toolmaking apprenticeship 1985. Completed apprenticeship 1989. Moved from toolroom to Aluminum Die Correction. Spent three years correcting dies on 7 and 9 inch presses. 1992 started Extec Limited in Hamilton, New Zealand.
My background as a toolmaker and ultimately a customer to the diemakers prompted me to look for better dies. At the time the quality of dies being manufactured was very poor and often led to costly pre-correction before they could go to the press. Hence, an opportunity to buy a struggling die maker and turn it around to produce some of the best dies in the South Pacific was one I could not pass up. Since 1992, Extec has grown from a fledgling die maker to the largest in New Zealand, supplying customers worldwide.
My commitment to listening to the customer and talking to the die correctors has produced many rewarding moments and ultimately dies that perform exceptionally well.
I look forward to showing you the Extec Difference.
Trained at South Pacific Aluminum as a die corrector. Kawneer UK Chief Die Corrector. Norske Hydro contract die corrector. Reynolds Aluminum contract die corrector. McKechnie Metals Chief Die Corrector. Co-founded Extec New Zealand.
During my time traveling throughout Europe I learned about many facets of correction and design from some of the best correctors of the day. Even though my role in some plants was Chief Die Corrector, I was able to both pass on and learn from many others in the field.
I bring to Extec a wealth of design and correction knowledge that is infused in every die we make. And today—as in the past—I am still learning from our customers. Communication is the key to a successful die, and the end product delivered on time and to a high standard will always be a very satisfying feeling.
Caedyn Lim
Involved in nearly every aspect of the operation — if something needs doing, he’s already on it.
Adrian Mahon
Lead Designer — the technical mind behind our most precise and innovative die designs.
Andrew
Foreman — keeps the workshop running smoothly and ensures every die meets our highest standards.
Kingsley Eng
Software and AI Specialist — handles automation, macro systems, and web development. Completing a Master's in AI at the University of Waikato.