INDUSTRY NEWS
Two-week lead time maintained despite supply chain disruption
» WHILE COMPANIES ACROSS THE industry have had to extend lead times due to supply chain chaos , SupaLite has maintained its two-week lead time for customers .
The leading conservatory roof manufacturer has managed to continue to provide excellent service levels while bringing in an influx of new business and enquiries .
Managing Director Steve Hacking said : “ Thanks to the relationship we have with our supply chain partners , we haven ’ t been as affected , which has meant we have been able to maintain our two-week lead time for our customers .
“ We have worked extremely hard to continue to deliver the level of service our customers have come to expect and offer consistent two-week lead times to ensure they are able to continue to thrive and meet record levels of demand .”
SupaLite ’ s £ 300,000 investment in a new Haffner machining centre last year , and the continuing strengthening of its workforce , has also allowed the company to increase its productivity levels .
Manufacturers behind the high-performance SupaLite Tiled Roof system and revolutionary SkyVista glass system , SupaLite ’ s products are fully accredited by JHAI for Building Regulations approval and offer unrivalled thermal efficiency , creating a space that ’ s useable all-year-round .
www . supaliteroof . co . uk
GAI makes FIT Show 2022 debut
» THE GUILD OF Architectural Ironmongers ( GAI ) is set to debut at FIT Show 2022 when the UK ’ s premiere glass and glazing trade event returns to the NEC ( May 10-12 ). GAI is the only trade body in the UK that represents the interests of the whole architectural ironmongery industry ; architectural ironmongers , wholesalers and manufacturers .
As well as having a physical presence at FIT Show , with a dedicated meeting space for its 700 plus members , the GAI ’ s will also contribute to FIT Show ’ s CPD learning programme . Its experts will deliver seminars and participate in panel debates covering legislation , regulations and standards governing the use of architectural ironmongery and related hardware .
Simon Forrester said : “ The GAI ’ s reputation is centred around the three core areas of education , technical support
Council recognition for investment and community . For our corporate members , we see FIT Show as an invaluable platform for them to exhibit , showcase their products and engage with the wider market . For our individual members , FIT Show presents an opportunity for them to see the latest products and innovations side-by-side , network and benefit from a comprehensive learning programme .”
www . fitshow . co . uk
» DISTINCTION DOORS HAS WELcomed Cllr Tim Cheetham , Cabinet Spokesperson for Regeneration and Culture to its Tankersley site in Barnsley in recognition of its ability to embrace automation to increase business productivity .
With the assistance of Enterprising Barnsley , the business support arm of Barnsley Council , Distinction Doors has benefited from Lean factory planning and manufacturing process improvement support to develop its facility to work efficiently as possible , increase profit margins and create over 40 new jobs within the last three years .
Speaking at the visit , Cllr Cheetham said : “ We ’ re delighted to see the investment that Distinction Doors have made into their facility . What they have managed to achieve is fantastic for them but fantastic for the borough as they ’ ve created so many jobs for people .”
Helen Lovack , HR director for Distinction Doors said : “ Enterprising Barnsley is extremely supportive and proactive , with their backing we have grown and developed our business even during these challenging times . Staff at all levels have benefitted and the positive impact is felt throughout the business and by suppliers and customers .”
www . distinctiondoors . co . uk
20 DECEMBER 2021 CLEARVIEW-UK . COM