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Monthly Archives: February 2023
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- February 27, 2023
It is a sad fact that, due to many socioeconomic factors, the manufacturing sector in the UK is no longer the global powerhouse it once was. As a nation we are simply making less ‘stuff’ than in previous years, instead relying on imports to meet our needs.
It’s true that making things overseas and importing them to our shores can be a money saving exercise, but it often comes with a decrease in the quality of the goods.
At ACME Whistles we are dedicated to manufacturing a superior product that is unmatched by cheap imports, and once you have used one of our beautifully crafted whistles you will understand why. Our reputation for quality has stayed with us for over 150 years, and to this day we still use time-honoured techniques and trusted tools to manufacture our whistles.
We know that the only way to make whistles to an exacting standard is to have skilled and experienced technicians involved in every part of the process. As such, our whistles are largely hand-tooled and each is visually
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- February 21, 2023
Spring will soon be upon us, and as well as warmer temperatures and longer days we are looking forward to the waking of the natural world. One of our favourite things about spring is that it is a wonderful time of year to appreciate our native and migratory birds. Many start to become more active in the early spring as they go about building nests and raising chicks, and the pleasant, mild British springtime makes for much more enjoyable bird watching.
Whether you are a keen, committed bird watcher or simply want to try something new and learn a little more about our native wildlife, spending time in nature and observing our wonderful native species is a gratifying experience. You don’t necessarily have to head out into the middle of the countryside to enjoy a spot of bird watching, it can easily be done from your own back garden or even the city streets.
Some bird species are more closely associated with certain parts of the country than others so you won’t see every native or visiting
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- February 15, 2023
Thinking back to your school days there are probably plenty of vivid memories you can draw upon to paint a picture of your experience. From the sound of the school bell to the smell of chalk dust, there are just some things that seem to be a universal experience for school kids the world over. With that being said, few memories are as clear or well remembered as the sound of the teachers’ whistle.
Whether on the sports field or playground, every school kid knows the distinct sound of their coach or teacher’s whistle and that it means one simple thing: pay attention! For those times when a clear, direct message needs to be sent, people working in the education sector need a whistle they can rely on.
For decades, teachers and other educators have placed their trust in ACME Whistles because we provide a superior product. Once you have tried one of our whistles you will understand why they are a favourite among teachers, sports coaches and other professionals. We’re proud of our reputation
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- February 06, 2023
If you imagine a game of football you will probably weave the sound of the referee’s whistle into your imaginings without having to consciously think about it, so synonymous is the sound. The same is also true of many of our favourite and most exciting games such as rugby, netball, hockey and many more sports that make use of the shrill call of the whistle to maintain order and accountability on pitches, fields and arenas all over the world.
When the whistle sounds, every player and sports fan knows to pay close attention to whatever comes next, whether they agree with the outcome or not. This level of command is universally recognised by players at all levels; from youth clubs to international teams, it is a sound that is impossible to ignore.
Here at ACME, we understand the significance of the whistle’s call and we realise just how important it is that every referee, coach, and umpire has a whistle they can rely on. Knowing that this simple yet integral piece of sporting equipment will