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Posted On - 27/03/2019
The Crittall Group has appointed Russell Ager as managing director of Crittall Windows, and Graham Eyles as managing director of Crittall Fendor, the commercial glazing unit within the group. Russell Ager joined the company aged 18, and has experience in sales and marketing, operations, commercial management, and director roles. “Crittall is an iconic brand recognised and trusted across the globe,”...
Posted On - 27/03/2019
New assistants have been appointed for Carl F Groupco’s marketing and IT departments: Charlotte Edwards takes the post of marketing assistant, reporting to marketing manager Clare White: and Joshua Agger reports Steve Lamb, Carl F Groupco’s head of IT, and takes the role of IT support technician. Charlotte will assist in marketing functions including advertising, PR, social media and online...
Posted On - 27/03/2019
As it celebrates its 40th anniversary, Business Micros is paying tribute to some of its longest standing staff and those behind the scenes who have helped to make the company successful. Among them is Vince Kelly, now the new project leader based at the Dumfriesshire programming centre, but originally a YTS trainee in the 1980s under Business Micros’ original founders...
Posted On - 27/03/2019
Morley Glass and Glazing will sponsor the 8th Annual North Leeds Charity Beer Festival, which features all things Yorkshire, with 36 real ales, eight gins and a prosecco bar. The event is organised by the Rotary Club of Roundhay and takes place on April 5-6, 2019, at North Leeds Cricket Club. Local Leeds bands will be providing musical entertainment at...
Posted On - 27/03/2019
Part of the culture at Liniar is being active in the local community, the company has reported. Whether it's supporting employees as they jump from an airplane or run a marathon for charity, sponsoring local football clubs or donating toys for children during the holiday season, Liniar’s trading company HL Plastics is always helping those less fortunate in the East...
Posted On - 19/03/2019
The Window Company (Contracts) has attributed much of its success to being able to manage projects more efficiently than most. As part of its commitment to staying ahead of the competition, it has appointed Patrick Holt as an additional contracts supervisor, to help ensure that both its refurbishment and new build projects continue to run on time and on budget....
Posted On - 19/03/2019
Shirley-Anne Somerville MSP, visited the CR Smith Dunfermline headquarters in March, to learn more about its apprenticeship programme and plans for the future. She visited head office and toured the workshop, meeting CR Smith apprentices in the purpose built training facility. Following the tour, Ms Somerville discussed the benefits of apprenticeships with two former joinery apprentices and a current accountancy...
Posted On - 18/03/2019
Apprenticeships, internships, secondments, and sabbaticals… Distinction’s HR director Helen Lovack discusses the language of the 21st century working world. The landscape of employment and migration across the career spectrum is more fluid now than ever before, with opportunities to learn ‘on the job’ alongside working towards professional qualifications a commonplace offer among almost every industry. It’s not unusual either, for...
Posted On - 18/03/2019
Support for pensioners, BMX parks, and those struggling with pre and post-natal depression; Cornwall Glass’s marketing manager Kati Bawden explains why corporate social responsibility is good for communities and good for business. Done properly – and with conviction – corporate social responsibility (CSR) can deliver a host of benefits: improving brand awareness and reputation; increasing employee retention and motivation; and...
Posted On - 14/03/2019
ODL Europe has appointed Ian Glenister as technical sales manager. Having worked directly within the fenestration industry for 37 years, across all market sectors, Ian’s experience includes production management, product development, testing and compliance, and supply chain management. Ian said: “I am delighted to join ODL Europe at such an opportune time. The company is renowned for its product quality...
Posted On - 14/03/2019
Olivier Vincent has joined Hydro as country manager. Bringing with him more than 20 years of experience within the fenestration industry, Olivier will be responsible for developing the market as well as driving sales and technical organisation. Specialising in finance, operations and sales, Olivier previously worked across the Hydro Group as general manager for Technal France and chief operations officer...
Posted On - 14/03/2019
Telford-based Gemini Windows and Doors has appointed Steve Miller as its new retail sales manager. Steve, who has been in the window industry for the past 15 years, will be head up the company’s expansion plans to increase retail sales by £1.5 million over the next 12 months, by using his marketing experience to increase the website presence and engage...
Posted On - 14/03/2019
Stuart Judge, who has more than 25 years’ experience in the construction products market, is the new managing director of Fusion Windows and Doors. Fusion, which manufactures aluminium windows and doors, was recently acquired for an undisclosed sum by Key Land Capital’s investments division in a deal that could see turnover increase by more than 100% in the next two...
Posted On - 12/03/2019
Morley Glass and Glazing has supported more than 20 charities during its 20th anniversary year. Ian Short, managing director of Morley Glass and Glazing, said: “As a successful business we’ve always felt that we should give back where we can and have always done so throughout our 20 years. We’ve made a special effort in our 20th anniversary to help...
Posted On - 12/03/2019
2019 will see ERA lend its support to Alzheimer’s Research UK, having made the organisation its chosen charity for the year. ERA has set a £10,000 target, and staff at the company will come up with a broad variety of fund-raising activities. Darren Waters, ERA’s CEO, said: “As we do every year, we asked employees to vote for one of...
Posted On - 11/03/2019
In 2017 Rehau welcomed Sam Tynan to the team in a specially created role that would see him take to the road and foster new relationships with trade counter and domestic installation businesses across the country. As the trade sales support representative at Rehau, he handles both large and small trade counters and offers support to customers wherever necessary. Although...
Posted On - 11/03/2019
Door, window, screening systems and hardware manufacturer Centor has appointed a new sales and operations manager Mike Sullivan to oversee the growth and expansion of its UK business. The brand is looking to expand its network of professional dealer partners in the UK and Ireland. As the product range has developed, so too has the need for a more geographically spread dealership representation, especially in...
Posted On - 06/03/2019
Quickslide has appointed four new sales team members, which the manufacturer says will further improve the service and support it offers to its trade partners. Trevor Copley, who brings with him previous experience of working within the window fabrication industry, joins as an order processor, while Tracy Wilson, who previously worked at Quickslide in the customer services department, returns to...
Posted On - 06/03/2019
Outstanding customer service in the door hardware industry was celebrated at this year’s Institute of Architectural Ironmongers (IAI) Awards. The Paul Lewis Customer Service Award was won by Karen Nelson, business development manager at Hoppe (UK), who has more than 30 years’ experience in the architectural ironmongery industry. Karen was nominated for the award by one of Hoppe (UK)’s customers,...
Posted On - 06/03/2019
Global events company, Montgomery, has launched a new Design and Build division, appointing FIT Show event director Nickie West to head it up. As managing director, Nickie will manage a portfolio which includes FIT Show, W Exhibition and Montgomery’s 50% of the Surface Design Show. Part of her remit will be to grow the business through expansion and acquisition, increasing...
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