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Posted On - 31/05/2017
Phil Pluck has been announced as the new chief executive of the GGF. “Not coming from the industry, it has been a whirlwind few weeks and I am still very much in the middle of a learning curve,” Phil said. “One thing that is becoming quite clear is that we have a strong and experienced team in place, delivering a...
Posted On - 30/05/2017
Training is well underway for the all-female team taking part in this year’s Paddle2Pedal challenge – the first-ever ladies only event organised by GM Fundraising. With the first weekend of training under their belt, the team of 12 met again in May to test their fitness and skills on the River Avon and surrounding Warwickshire countryside. Gary Morton, founder of...
Posted On - 25/05/2017
Double R Glass & Roofing Systems has appointed Wayne Mills as sales manager. Managing director Ian Sims said: “It’s no secret that we’ve made a sizeable investment into the automation of our factory with the recent installation of a super speed vertical IGU line, but we continue to be a sealed unit manufacturing business that’s built around people. “We have...
Posted On - 17/05/2017
Stockport-based Alex Trade Frames recently partnered with the charity Open Arms International to support its latest build project in Africa. Open Arms International, which is based is Eldoret, Kenya, provides family homes for children who have been orphaned or abandoned. The charity also works within its local community and slums to provide education, healthcare and mentorship to those who need...
Posted On - 17/05/2017
Apeer’s west of Ireland sales rep Damian Rogers completed a tough 24-hour endurance event recently, all in the name of charity. The event, called ‘The Race’, supports the Gorta Self Help Africa Challenge, and collectively raised an impressive £65K for the worthwhile cause. The unsupported endurance event covers 250km of rugged landscape across north west Donegal, and has been described...
Posted On - 15/05/2017
Beth English has joined Worthing based Newview Windows and Conservatories as office assistant, while Denica Warwick joins as customer services assistant. Beth has been trained to provide specialist administrative and telephone support to our sales team and new residential customers. “It is clear Newview is a company focused on quality and service and I look forward to helping maintain these...
Posted On - 15/05/2017
Epwin Group company Indigo Products recently celebrated with 55 of its employees achieving their NVQ level II certificates in either ‘Fabrication of Glass Supporting Structures’ or ‘Glass and Glass Related Distribution and Warehousing’. The Walsall-based business ran the scheme over a 12-month period using the SFA funded apprenticeship route, in collaboration with a GQA Approved Centre, The Vocational College, which...
Posted On - 15/05/2017
Hoppe UK has appointed Andy Syms and Ellen Mack as business development managers for the north of England, and Ireland. Andy has spent over 26 years in the architectural ironmongery industry. His most recent role was as business development manager at Primera Life, designers and manufacturers of specialist hardware, where he provided support to an international customer base. Prior to...
Posted On - 12/05/2017
Hurst Plastics is on course to maintain its ‘on-time in-full’ record with the appointment of a new continuous improvement manager. Mark Fearn has joined Hurst Plastics in this newly created role with the goal of improving the company’s production processes to ensure greater product consistency while maintaining a robust supply chain. Kevin Wheatman, Hurst Plastics’ director and general manager,...
Posted On - 12/05/2017
The Window Company (Contracts) has appointed Maureen Gregg to the new role of installations manager. Working alongside managing director Rob Petre and projects director Martin Thornton, Maureen is managing fitting teams on projects across the new build and replacement sectors. Maureen’s role is very much about making sure The Window Company (Contracts)’ projects run as smoothly and efficiently as possible...
Posted On - 11/05/2017
Conservatory Outlet has appointed a new head of IT to drive forward the technological systems at the 60,000ft2 site in Thornes Lane Wharf. James Turner is tasked with leading, managing and developing all Information and telephony technology activities of the business. With a strong background in IS&T Management, James will work closely with decision makers in all departments at Conservatory...
Posted On - 27/04/2017
Two new team members at Xtralite are aiming high as they replace colleagues who have amassed years of industry experience between them. Craig Hebberd joins as area manager for the north west, and has 10 years’ experience in the roofing industry, and Rob Wall enjoys an internal promotion with the company having been a valued member of the installation and...
Posted On - 26/04/2017
Morley Glass & Glazing was a headline sponsor of the sixth Annual North Leeds Charity Beer Festival at the beginning of April. Organised by The Rotary Club of Roundhay, and once again held at the North Leeds Cricket Club, this year’s beer festival raised £7,000 for distribution to both local and international charities. This year’s festival theme was ‘A Round...
Posted On - 26/04/2017
Thermoseal Group, Liniar, CMS and Jackloc have all been revealed as Queen’s Award winners in different categories. Winner of The Queen’s Awards for Enterprise: International Trade 2017, Thermoseal Group is now permitted to fly The Queen’s Awards flags across its UK sites and are invited to offer input into the development and delivery of policies across Whitehall. Gwain Paterson, managing...
Posted On - 21/04/2017
Balls2 Marketing has promoted Lauren Doyle to account manager after she completed her CIPR Advanced Certificate in Public Relations. Lauren joined the Balls2 Marketing team in 2014 as a PR assistant. Balls2 Marketing said she has since enjoyed a rapid rise within the company thanks to her dedication to her work in and out of hours. Alongside her day-to-day role,...
Posted On - 14/04/2017
Dempsey Dyer has welcomed another member of extended Dyer clan to the fold, as Mark Suaznabar becomes PVCU compliance and quality manager. Mark, husband to Rachel Dyer and brother-in-law to managing director Peter, joined the firm after a distinguished career in the police. At Dempsey Dyer, Mark will be charged with ensuring that all products meet the company’s stringent quality...
Posted On - 13/04/2017
Framexpress has appointed Tim Ball as operations director. Prior to joining the team, Tim gained extensive experience in technical manufacturing having built his skill set from the ground up in sales, engineering and operational management. Initially, he will evaluate the different departments and their working methods. This will be followed by the introduction of a programme that will improve the...
Posted On - 12/04/2017
KAT has made a series of personnel appointments. Peter Colclough has been recruited in the newly created role of operations director. Peter has held a number of management level positions within the Mottram and Latium Groups, and more recently at the Epwin Group. At KAT, Peter will assume responsibility for customer services, purchasing, safety, quality and compliance as well as...
Posted On - 05/04/2017
Eurocell has adopted two charities for 2017 – one national and one local – for which to ‘officially’ raise funds. The Eurocell board has also committed to augment approved employee efforts with corporate contributions. The two charities Eurocell is formally supporting are the Starlight Children’s Foundation, and Derbyshire, Leicestershire and Rutland Air Ambulance (DLRAA). Starlight seeks to brighten the lives...
Posted On - 22/03/2017
For anyone who missed ‘Shoe Gate’ recently, the recent news from RegaLead is that after almost two decades with the company, Ian Duckworth is leaving the company to relocate abroad. Stepping into his (less flamboyant) shoes is seasoned industry glass man Roland Sarin, who has joined the company as market manager insulated glass. Roland said: “I first joined the industry...
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