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Ladata is Layana Company's engineering office in UK to assist mechanical engineering European projects

Ladata is the UK branch of Layana, a family-owned manufacturer founded in Taiwan in 1982. From a small tooling shop, Layana grew into a global OEM partner in plastic injection moulding, metal stamping, and hybrid manufacturing. Now led by the second generation, we bring Layana’s values and expertise to the UK.​

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"We lead, don't follow."

Ladata's Core Values

Quality First

We never compromise on the quality of our products and services, adhering to rigorous standards (IATF 16949, Six Sigma, etc.) in everything we do.

Integrity

We conduct business with honesty and transparency, building trust with customers through reliable delivery and open communication.

Partnership

We consider clients as long-term partners. Our engineers and project managers work closely with customers to understand their goals, offering proactive support and flexibility to meet changing needs.

At Ladata, we lead through innovation, not imitation

Our mission is to provide forward-thinking, reliable, and cost-effective manufacturing solutions that empower our clients to stay ahead in competitive markets. We envision a future shaped by our deep expertise in metal, plastic, and automation technologies—while upholding our commitment to sustainability, talent development, and meaningful industry impact.

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What are we asked the most?

Ladata is the UK branch of Layana Company, a globally recognised IATF 16949-certified manufacturer headquartered in Taiwan. We bring over 40 years of Layana’s expertise in precision metal stamping and advanced plastic injection moulding to support customers across the UK and Europe. Our goal is to help clients efficiently transition from initial design to full-scale mass production through expert engineering support, process optimisation, and integrated manufacturing solutions.

Ladata delivers comprehensive engineering solutions to help mechanical projects transition to mass production more efficiently and with reduced risk. Our expertise spans early-stage development through to full-scale manufacturing, ensuring seamless integration of design, process optimisation, and quality control. Key services include:

  • Collaborative engineering support and DFM reviews to optimise manufacturability and reduce redesign cycles

  • Mould flow simulations for plastic components and in-mould assemblies to predict flow behaviour and minimise defects

  • Pre-mould design assistance for complex insert moulding and overmoulding applications

  • Rapid prototyping and validation testing coordination, including environmental, functional, and durability testing

  • Custom automation development, from part feeding and precision assembly to in-line inspection systems

  • Integration of in-line inspection and traceability systems to support Total Quality Management and ensure consistent output

  • Design and development of assembly and sub-assembly lines, tailored to manual, semi-automatic, or fully automated production

  • Sourcing and component consolidation to streamline the supply chain and control costs

  • Plastic injection moulding, including high-precision insert and overmoulding solutions

  • Progressive die metal stamping for reliable, high-volume production of precision parts

  • In-house tooling design and fabrication, covering soft and hard tools for stamping and injection moulding, including complex progressive and transfer dies

  • Complete contract manufacturing services, integrating stamping, moulding, assembly, and quality control under one roof

We serve a broad range of industries, including automotive, electric vehicles (EV), aerospace, electronics, medical devices, industrial equipment, and consumer goods. Our flexible capabilities make Ladata an ideal partner for both high-precision and high-volume production needs. From power electronics and module baseplates to EV charge ports, sensors, transducers, and micro-mechanical assemblies, we support complex product development with a focus on reliability, scalability, and manufacturability.

We operate under strict quality and environmental standards, including:

  • IATF 16949 (automotive quality)

  • ISO 14001 (environmental management)

  • ISO 45001 (occupational health and safety)

  • ISO 14064 (GHG emissions)

  • Green Factory (including Cleaner Production Certificate and Green Building)

You can reach out to our UK office with your project details or RFQ. We’re happy to provide technical advice, quotation, lead time estimates, and a tailored manufacturing proposal.

1982
Layana started its operations as a modest tooling workshop.
1989
Layana relocates to its second generation factory providing contract manufacturing services.
2010, 2013
Layana establishes commercial office in Mainland china in 2010 and opens a joint venture factory in Suzhou.
2018
Layana completes its third generation new plant in Lukang (Taiwan), obtaining the prestigious Green Factory certificate and Green Building gold Label award.
2020
Layana opens a new commercial office in California to better assist the American market.
2024
Layana opens a new commercial office in United Kingdom to better assist the British and European markets.