Exclusive partnership

John Fredericks Plastics has agreed a sole supply partnership deal with Reynaers Aluminium.

The partnership comes after a year of discussions between the two companies and substantial investment by John Fredericks in a new factory and recruitment of staff dedicated to manufacturing its new aluminium products.

The new site is a stone’s throw from their existing Huddersfield site which manufactures a range of PVC window and door products.

Mark Dicconson, MD of John Fredericks Plastics, said: “Over the past couple of years, we’ve seen our customer’s interest in aluminium grow substantially, partly as a result of the many ‘Grand Design’ type TV programmes that highlight the use of it in residential projects.

“When we spoke to our customers, they were quite specific that they wanted something more unique, that was of superior quality and offered excellent value for money.

“Reynaers has a well-respected brand reputation in the industry and the products that we were specifically interested in – bi-fold and patio door systems – provide a contemporary finish that also has great thermal and energy efficiency ratings.

“Initially we will be fabricating two of Reynaers’ most popular patio doors – the Concept Patio 130 lift and slide system and Concept Folding 68 bi-fold door. We will expand the range of aluminium products to include windows soon. My plan is that our aluminium will grow to represent around a third of our PVC business.”

“John Fredericks is a well-established supplier and has an excellent reputation for supplying high quality products through a national network of installers with a strong commitment to customer service. We’re delighted to have them as a new customer and Reynaers to be their sole supplier of aluminium products.”