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Despite its seemingly ‘ niche ’ position in the construction industry , fenestration has evolved massively over the last century – and none more so than over the last couple of decades . The manufacturing processes that have enabled systems houses and fabricators to design in expectations around thermal efficiencies , security , ventilation , sustainability and aesthetic differentiation has kept the industry on its toes as players continue to slug it out in the marketplace .
Over the years , Coventry based Jade has managed to maintain a neutral , non-partisan position to ensure that these players cover all bases when it comes to fine tuning production processes . With a product which has so many moving parts , achieving technical perfection and optimising production efficiencies requires a connectivity that is beyond the scope of those who specialise in those moving parts – whether it is the systems companies , machinery suppliers , ancillary providers – it all has to be factored into the process in a way that is profitable , coherent and systemised .
“ Manufacturing creates a myriad of problems which many systems companies and fabricators don ’ t even know yet exist ,” said Jade director Adam Jones . “ No matter how thoroughly a new window system is set up , or how streamlined a new production line has been configured , there will always be challenges – and one of the biggest of those challenges is finding a way to solve those issues . Jade has become that outfit which gets called in to join the dots and design a solution in the most cost effective and practical way possible .”
There is probably nothing about the manufacturing process – both PVCu and aluminium – that Jade directors Sean and Adam do not know . They can walk into a production unit and independently assess every process to identify problems and solve them without the burden of product or company affiliation . Jade sees itself as a true partner to every stakeholder in the manufacture of a window , door or conservatory – from the systems house right through to the installer on site . Jade knows that every company is different , and every problem is different . As a result , it can provide a solution that is bespoke to a particular problem regardless of who initially calls them in .
“ Sometimes it can be as simple as automating a part of the production process with one of our low cost stand alone machines , such as the reverse butt weld cleaner ,” continued Sean Mackey . “ Over the years we have helped hundreds of businesses save millions of pounds , tackling everything from full production line refits to tiny but impactful adjustments . There is never one solution to fit all , which is why the consultative approach has evolved in the way that it has . Our experience and engineering expertise allows us to draw on so much knowledge gained over the years to create the best solution for individual scenarios .”
Jade has recently undergone a £ 4m investment in new facilities and a restructuring , creating a foundation for growth that takes away an unhealthy reliance on Adam and Sean as individuals within the business , systemising an approach which will benefit the industry as a whole and develop a management team that will oversee a secure growth . Managing director Gareth Davies has been tasked with turning the company from an owner-managed business to a professional corporate organisation that places its customers at the core of everything it does .
This restructuring takes into account each area of expertise that Jade covers , creating interconnected pockets of expertise that can manage projects no matter how large or small , without the direct involvement of Adam and Sean .
“ They will always be the driving force behind Jade , and the regard in which they are held by the industry as a whole is a sight to be seen ,” added Gareth Davies . “ However , Jade has a dedicated team of nearly 50 engineers , designers and support staff committed to continuing that Adam and Sean legacy . Through radical restructuring , we have been able to futureproof Jade ’ s unique contribution to the window and door industry for generations to come .”
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