Forest Garden, the UK brand leading manufacturer of timber sheds, fencing, structures, garden furniture and planters, has become carbon neutral. The Worcestershire-based company predominantly uses FSC certified timber grown in the UK and sawn at its own sawmill in Lockerbie. It has ensured that everything from sourcing to sawing, manufacturing to …
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British shower manufacturer Aqualisa has been acquired by Fortune Brands Home & Security, Inc from mid-market private equity firm LDC. Founded in 1977, Aqualisa invented the world’s first digital shower and is known for its commitment to innovation and new product development, particularly in the smart bathroom category. Mat Norris, …
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Roman has welcomed Andrew Griffith, the new Minister for Exports to its headquarters in Newton Aycliffe, County Durham. The visit involved a tour of Roman’s 400,000 sq. ft manufacturing facilities, including Roman’s three factories, showroom and testing facilities. All Roman’s manufacturing takes place at their headquarters in Newton Aycliffe, County …
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Pitched roof tile manufacturer Russell Roof Tiles (RRT) logo will be seen on the back of Burton Albion FC’s first team shirts for a third consecutive season. The roof tile manufacturer has supported the club for the past seven years, including sponsoring the East Stand at the Pirelli Stadium in …
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Dan Martindale has joined Polypipe Building Services as UK sales director. Having begun his career as an engineer, Martindale has worked in a number of senior sales positions including most recently with a major piping systems manufacturer. Dan Martindale said: “I’ve been dealing with a similar customer base to Polypipe …
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Two UK manufacturers have formed an unlikely partnership which is set to revolutionise the premium end of the shower industry, thanks to their shared vision for sustainable luxury shower systems. Following a dissolved agreement with its previous distributor, Kanth received various offers from across the industry but it was with …
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Engineered for long life and assured performance, the Unite series of manhole covers and gully tops from Wrekin Products now comes with a ten-year guarantee – the first time a manufacturer has demonstrated such confidence in this type of product. The leading designer, manufacturer and supplier of products for the …
Read More »Wilo has been named manufacturer of the year in the Pump Industry Awards 2019, held at the Heythrop Park Resort, Oxfordshire. The 2019 Awards event was hosted by TV and Radio’s Penny Smith, the current presenter of Weekend Breakfast on Talkradio. It’s a prestigious award last won by the company …
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