Business
44 | OCTOBER 2025
Business
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Freefoam Celebrates with RAM Plastics- 25 Years Young
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L: Roger Payne, R: Malcolm Clark
Freefoam Building Products has celebrated its customer RAM Plastics’ 25th anniversary, having supported the stockist for 15 years.“ In an industry that’ s had significant ups and downs it’ s worth highlighting long-term success stories such as RAM Plastics,” explains Louise Sanderson, Group Marketing Manager of Freefoam, with the most recent collaboration resulting in a new video of the company’ s inspiring story on Youtube( https:// www. youtube. com / watch? v = 4H4nzZmQNfA)
Founded in the late 1990s, RAM Plastics began as a modest
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operation in Haverfordwest, set up by Roger Payne and Malcolm(‘ Mal’) Clark. Over the years, it has grown into a trusted supplier across Pembrokeshire, with branches in both Haverfordwest and Pembroke Dock. The film tells the story of the company’ s journey; from humble beginnings to becoming a vital partner for local builders, councils, and even the NHS.
“ As an independent stockist Freefoam’ s support over the years has helped us grow,” Roger said.“ We’ ve always believed in doing things the right way— serving our customers with
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honesty, speed, and respect. This new film is a tribute to our team, our loyal customers, our main supplier Freefoam and the community that’ s supported us for 25 years.”
RAM Plastics’ long-standing 15-year partnership with Freefoam and illustrates the support from both the local sales manager and the central customer support team. As Mal confirms“ Freefoam products are top quality, and the support we get— from Steve Shaw and the team— is second to none. It’ s a real partnership.”
www. freefoam. com
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HÖRMANN PARTNER STANDARD AWARDS-YOUR CHANCE TO MEET THE JUDGES
Hörmann has unveiled a short new video introducing the expert judging panel behind its prestigious Partner Standard Awards – and is reminding all Partner Standard dealers that‘ you’ ve got to be in it to win it’!
The submission window officially opened on 1st September and will close on 6th October, giving dealers plenty of
time to share their successes, innovations, and stories from the past year.
This year’ s awards programme has been refreshed and expanded to include 12 diverse and equally weighted categories. The new structure ensures broader recognition for dealers of all sizes and specialisms, featuring awards from customer service excellence and business growth to outstanding showroom experiences and team spirit.
Shortlisted finalists will be announced in November, leading up to the much-anticipated, in-person Awards Ceremony on 26th February 2026 at the Marriott Hotel, Leicester. This will truly be a night to remember- an evening of awards, dinner and dancing and the chance to mix with the great and the good of the garage door industry.
Visit https:// youtube. com / shorts / Kop4g8tgMl8 or scan the QR code to meet this year’ s esteemed judging panel.
www. hormann. co. uk
SIMON MONKS WELCOMED AS NEW GROUP SALES & MARKETING DIRECTOR
UAP Ltd, the Manchester-based door hardware specialist, is welcoming industry expert Simon Monks as its new Group Sales & Marketing Director.
He said:“ I was drawn to UAP because of its ambition, growth plans, and reputation for innovation, with products like the
Armasmart and Kinetica ranges driving progress in the industry. In such an exciting time for the business group, I can’ t wait to get stuck into shaping its future alongside the stellar team.”
Monks joins UAP with almost two decades’ experience in the door and fenestration industry, including spearheading sales and marketing strategies. He has previously risen through the ranks at different hardware companies, moving from sales to the C-suite. He has spent ten years in directorship positions— seven as Managing Director— with experience in fenestration markets both in the UK and overseas.
Steve Cox, Managing Director of UAP, said:“ Simon has joined us at an integral stage of our growth journey. His market knowledge and industry standing are exceptional, and his leadership and customer skills are key additions to our team.”
www. uaplimited. com