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INVESTING IN FUTURE TALENT FOR NATIONAL APPRENTICESHIP WEEK

» AS PART OF THIS YEAR ’ S NATIONAL Apprenticeship Week ( 5th-11th February 2024 ), leading UK manufacturer of home security and fenestration products ERA , announced the appointment of two new apprentices to its team , as part of its commitment to providing learning opportunities for young talent within the local community .
Stacey Edwards , HR Director at Tyman UK & Ireland , said : “ As one of the most established and recognised brands in the window and door industry , we are passionate about playing our part and recruiting the next generation into the sector . We are committed to fostering diversity and investing in the talent of the future , and we ’ re delighted to see these talented apprentices working alongside our experienced and knowledgeable teams .”
Developed by Tyman UK & Ireland , a division of the Tyman group that includes ERA , the apprenticeship scheme welcomes Aaron Robinson , who joins as a Customer Support Engineer Apprentice . He will be undertaking his Engineering Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship within the engineering team , and will be assisting with customer visits and providing technical support and fit-ups for new products .
Ryan Hammond also joins the team as a Sustainability Apprentice . He will be working towards his Level 4 Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Practitioner Apprenticeship , working alongside Lara Coutinho , Tyman UK & Ireland ’ s Sustainability Programme Manager , to help the business achieve the milestones set out in its 2030 Sustainability Roadmap .
Every apprentice within the scheme receives the opportunity to work alongside colleagues across Tyman UK & Ireland brands , including ERA , helping to
develop their knowledge and expand their skillsets .
Aaron Robinson , Customer Support Engineer Apprentice at Tyman UK & Ireland , says : “ I ’ ve already learnt so much at ERA so far , and I ’ m really enjoying the different challenges each day brings . The training and support in the apprentice programme has really helped me to grow , and I ’ m grateful to have had the opportunity to start my career here .”
www . eraeverywhere . com www . tymanplc . com

DHF LAUNCHES NEW GARAGE DOOR VIDEO

» TAMWORTH-BASED trade association , the Door & Hardware Federation ( DHF ) has announced the release of its latest educational resource : an instructive video aimed at informing consumers about the importance of selecting a bona fide company such as a member of the DHF Garage Door Group for their garage door installation requirements .
DHF ’ s newly-launched video is concise yet impactful at under two minutes long , and is tailored for industry and consumers alike . It explains the advantages of choosing a DHF member for a garage door installation and examines the type of service a specialist garage door supply and installation company , such as a DHF Garage Door Group member , should provide to
result in a safe and compliant product .
In particular , the video guides viewers through the purchasing process from the initial consideration stage all the way through to postinstallation support , draws attention to DHF ’ s Warranty Plus promise that provides consumers with extra peace of mind , and demonstrates the benefits of using a DHF Garage Door Group member .
This initiative builds upon DHF ’ s legacy of promoting garage door safety . Since the debut of its first domestic garage door safety video launched in January 2022 focusing on the complexities of the ‘ hold-torun ’ feature , DHF has remained steadfast in its mission to educate both members and consumers on safety best practices .
Patricia Sowsbery-Stevens , DHF ’ s Commercial Director , said : “ With DHF ’ s Garage
Door Group being consumerfacing , we believe it is vital to raise awareness of the need to prioritise safety when installing such a product , as well as educating the consumer about the overall safety features of the domestic garage door .
“ Through resources such as our technical helpline , additional training through webinars , site visits , industry group meetings and exclusive access to specialist literature , we equip our members with the knowledge and support needed to deliver superior service . We urge our members to share this video on their own social platforms to help inform consumers as to why they should choose a DHF member .”
www . dhfonline . org . uk See the video at : https :// bit . ly / 49EJjkT
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