Graham Hart Process Technology MD Named Among the UK’s Top Manufacturing Leaders
We’re proud to share some fantastic news. Our Managing Director, Chris Hart, has been named one of the UK’s most inspiring manufacturing leaders in the Manufacturing 100 Awards 2025, organised annually by The Manufacturer magazine.
The Manufacturing 100 recognises individuals who are driving positive change, innovation, and excellence across UK industry. Chris’s inclusion is a significant achievement, not just personally, but for our entire team, and reflects the strength of our business in the high-integrity engineering sector.
Over 50 Years of Engineering Excellence
Founded more than five decades ago and based in Bradford, Graham Hart Process Technology specialises in the design and manufacture of bespoke, high-integrity heat exchangers and pressure-containing equipment.
We work with customers across critical and highly regulated industries, including:
- Pharmaceuticals
- Energy recovery
- Chemical processing
- Food and drink
Our reputation is built on engineering excellence, quality craftsmanship, and the ability to deliver technically robust solutions to complex challenges.
Investing in Innovation, People, and the Future
Under Chris’s leadership, the company has continued to grow while staying true to its core values. In recent years, we’ve made significant investments in:
- Digital integration and transformation
- Upgraded production capabilities
- Skills development and training
- Partnerships with universities, education providers, and the local community
These initiatives ensure we remain agile, innovative, and well-placed to support our customers now and in the future.
Commenting on the award, Chris said:
“I’m incredibly honoured to be included in this year’s Manufacturing 100. This recognition reflects the dedication of our entire team, who work hard every day to deliver world-class engineering from our base here in Bradford. We may be a relatively small company, but we have big ambitions and take great pride in solving some of the toughest challenges for our clients across the UK and beyond.”
Recognised Industry Credentials
This latest recognition follows a series of recent achievements for the business. Graham Hart Process Technology is the only heat exchanger manufacturer in the UK to hold all three of the following industry accreditations:
- Fit for Nuclear (F4N)
- Fit for Hydrogen (F4H2)
- Fit for Carbon Capture, Usage and Storage (F4CCUS)
We are also certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001, hold the ASME U Stamp, and are recognised members of the Good Business Charter.
In addition, we’re proud to have achieved a 100% on-time, in-full delivery record for every order placed over the past nine years, a testament to the commitment and professionalism of our team.
