Carl F Groupco has recorded its biggest ever month, with sales exceeding £2 million.

The month caps a stunning quarter for the business, which was its highest on record. John Crittenden, managing director at Carl F Groupco, said: “If you read the headlines, it’s doom and gloom. But it’s a different picture on the ground. Feedback from our customers is that the market is still buoyant and it’s something that’s reflected in our sales.”

John reports there are highlights from every part of the business.

“The premium end of the market is still growing and looks likely to continue to do so in 2023,” he said. “Even at the value end of the market, customers are still reporting full order books, perhaps in part driven by consumer concern over rising energy price. Fabricators in the commercial and social housing sectors are still securing contracts, albeit at slightly lower volumes due to increased budgetary pressures.”

Carl F Groupco, which holds £5 million of stock – allowing it to offer short lead times and a high level of customer service – has recently launched My CFG, an online digital platform.

The company also offers a value-added consultancy service, testing and working with its customers’ fabrication teams and manufacturer partners to scope new hardware solutions and ensure smooth transitions to new ranges.

John concluded: “We’re here to support our customers, no matter what the market conditions. But I think the lesson we can learn from this quarter’s results is simple. Let’s not talk ourselves into a downturn as the market is still holding up.”