SECTOR INSIGHT
DHF STRENGTHENS QUALITY CREDENTIALS WITH ISO 9001:2015 CERTIFICATION
» THE CERTIFICATION, AWARDED IN August 2025 by Citation ISO Certification, confirms that DHF has in place robust management systems designed to ensure consistency, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Achieving ISO 9001:2015 certification reflects DHF’ s organisational commitment to maintaining clear internal systems and controls, adopting a structured approach to service delivery, embedding a culture of ongoing evaluation and improvement, and responding to the needs and expectations of stakeholders.
The accreditation provides external assurance to DHF members, partners, and the wider industry that the federation continues to operate to recognised standards of quality and professionalism. It builds upon DHF’ s existing credentials, which include Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus, further establishing the organisation as a trusted and credible body within the sector.
“ This is a significant milestone for DHF and a testament to the dedication and hard work of our entire team,” said DHF’ s Commercial Director, Patricia Sowsbery-Stevens.“ ISO 9001 not only validates the high standards we maintain, but also reinforces our credibility and professionalism within the industry. Our members, partners, and stakeholders can be assured of our commitment to quality at every level.”
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Simon Monks welcomed as new Group Sales & Marketing Director
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» 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
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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
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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
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and customer skills are key additions to our team.”
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‘ WHAT’ S NEW’ FOR TRADESPEOPLE IN AUTUMN 2025?
» CHECKATRADE, THE UK’ S LEADING home improvement platform, has unveiled its latest quarterly product release, with Autumn‘ 25 What’ s New.
The campaign brings together the latest innovations in product and technology to demonstrate the ways Checkatrade is simplifying how trades can run and grow their business.
The updates build on Checkatrade’ s commitment to helping trades win more work, with new tools designed to attract ready-to-book customers with‘ Priced Services’.
Priced Services allows tradespeople to list the services they offer, what’ s included and prices directly on their Checkatrade profile, making it easier for customers who are ready to book. Services will appear on profiles at no extra cost, and soon will also be visible in customer search results.
By outlining pricing, scope, and service details upfront, trades can attract customers who already know what they want, saving time on back-and-forth conversations. Customers benefit from clear expectations before reaching out, creating a smoother, more transparent hiring process.
Together, these updates are designed to help trades win more work, save time, and strengthen trust with customers.
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