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SNICKERS WORKWEAR ’ S NEW WIND- PROTECTIVE JACKETS AND HOODIES
A Fusion of style and performance - built for active work in the Spring .
» SNICKERS WORKWEAR ’ S NEW range of lightweight Mid-layers are crafted for full flexibility on site and optimal comfort .
Built for active work , they ’ re fully flexible and can be worn as an outer layer when it ’ s warmer or a mid-layer when it ’ s a bit cooler .
They ’ re full of handy technical features and innovative fabrics to tame the wind , plus brand new energising colours to brighten your spring-time workday .
Choose from new street-smart styles such as the Windblocker Half-zip Hoodie or the Lightweight Flexiwork Mid-layer Jacket . There ’ s also a new Windproof Soft-Shell Jacket for women .
Whatever Snickers Workwear Mid-layer you choose , you can be sure that they all have bodymapping designs for a great fit , outstanding functionality and long-lasting comfort – all day , every day .
www . snickersworkwear . co . uk
HARDWARE PROTECTION LEADER APPOINTS NEW MD
» VANQUISH HARDWARE PROTECTION has appointed David Sutcliffe as its new Managing Director ; taking over from his father Keith Sutcliffe , who is semi-retiring after more than 30 years in the passive fire protection industry and has been a driving force behind the company ’ s rise to the top .
With 14 years ’ experience , he moves from his position of Managing Director at Firestop Manufacturing Ltd , a UK manufacturer of passive fire protection products .
David said : “ Having been a part of Vanquish since its conception , the team already understand my values and vision . The business has a strong foundation and I ’ m looking forward to building on that and working closely with our customers .
FDM Appoints New Sales Director
» FIRE DOOR MAINTENANCE ( FDM ) continues to expand with the appointment of Dan Cope as sales director .
Owned by UAP , FDM offers fire door inspection and maintenance services as well as fire door safety training accredited by GQA Qualifications .
With more than 25 years ’ experience of the construction industry , Dan has since gained specialist expertise across the merchant and door manufacturing industries , including five years looking
“ I ’ m also looking forward to working alongside my brother Mike , who is head of sales , and continuing the close-knit , family feel that has always been a core part of our company .
“ There are movements within the industry that are drastically changing the requirements for our products , from the potential removal of British standards from building regulations to a greater demand for traceability for passive fire protection products . We believe this will only increase the demand for hardware protection products .”
www . vanquish-hp . co . uk
after the social landlord market before moving on to head of Trade Sales .
At FDM , Dan will be responsible for growing the company ’ s client base , including landlords across the public and private sectors , housebuilders and developers . His role also involves raising awareness of FDM ’ s Training Academy , the UK ’ s first practical training centre for the fire door industry .
Nicola John , managing director of FDM , added : “ Dan ’ s passion for upskilling across the fire door industry will fly the flag for our newly launched Training Academy . His contacts in social housing will be particularly beneficial as this is a sector most impacted by changes to fire safety regulation and offers huge potential for us to expand FDM ’ s inspection and maintenance services .”
www . fdmltd . co . uk
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