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Dr
Charles King joins P2i as Operations Director
P2i
Limited,
the nanoscale enhancer of products using its proprietary cold plasma
deposition technology, has announced the appointment of Dr Charles King
as Operations Director with immediate effect. Dr King has a distinguished
background in advanced electronic materials development and manufacturing
in the semiconductor, packaging and sensor industries.
Commenting on Dr King’s appointment, P2i’s Chairman Graham
Hine said:
'We are delighted to have Charles join the senior management team to
lead the expansion of our production and process development facilities.
'He is a very timely addition to our team, coming just prior to the
company moving to its new, state-of-the-art site near Oxford in the
New Year, a move which will enable us to respond to the growing demand
for our technology and expertise.
'Charles brings considerable experience in building up production systems
from the development laboratory through to full, international production.'
Dr King added, 'I am excited to be joining P2i and to have the opportunity
of shaping the production operations of a business with such global
growth potential. The company has already made significant progress
in establishing itself in a number of major markets and I look forward
to working with the P2i team.'
Tel: 01235 838282
Email: info@p2ilabs.com
Web: http://www.p2ilabs.com
Selecta
Systems,
the independent extruder of PVC-u window systems, is marking another
period of successful trading with a string of appointments.
The
Birmingham-based company has appointed Russ Gaukroger as its business
development manager covering Yorkshire and the North West, plus two
new drivers and two new technicians, in a move to further develop the
business in line with the company's objectives.
Russ, who has more than 14 years' experience in both sales and the window
industry, joins Selecta from Maco Door and Window Hardware. He will
be responsible for maintaining existing accounts and developing new
opportunities in his region which extends from South Yorkshire through
the whole of the North West.
Commenting on the appointments, Mark Richmond, Selecta's sales and marketing
director, said: ‘We are delighted to appoint such high calibre
people at a pivotal time in the business. Despite a very unsettled market,
Selecta has traded well and these appointments underline our success
to date. Everyone brings a wealth of experience with them and they will
play a key role in helping us to further develop business and progress
the company in line with our strategy for further growth.’
Russ added, ‘This is a very exciting time for Selecta and I am
delighted to be working in such a fast moving company with ambitious
growth plans. The Advance 70 profile has been really well received in
the industry and I'm confident that it will be in demand in 2006 as
people appreciate the ease and speed with which this system can be installed.’
Selecta Systems is a producer and supplier of PVCu profiles and components
to manufacturers of windows, doors and conservatories.
The Birmingham-based company operates from a purpose built extrusion
plant which operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Selecta Systems
has a wide product portfolio which includes machinery, hardware, cladding,
door panels, hand tools and rainwater products.
Tel: 0121 325 2100
Celuform
Appoints McEvoy Sales Director
Pat
McEvoy is the new Sales Director at Celuform,
the PVC-ue roofline and cladding specialist. Appointed General Manager
at Vekatrim only a few months ago, McEvoy will have full responsibility
for sales of both brands.
Previously,
he was Sales Director of the Baxi Fires Division and Director of Sales
- Trade at Valor Heating. His career also includes nine years at Lucas
Industries. McEvoy was brought in to oversee the transition following
Celuform's purchase of Vekatrim from Veka plc earlier this year.
‘Responsibility for two great brands gives us a fantastic opportunity
to ensure we secure growth in all market sectors,’ McEvoy said.
‘However, we will use the strengths of both to market them individually.’
Andrew Wakelin, Celuform's Managing Director, commented, ‘We are
delighted to have Pat McEvoy oversee sales of the two major cellular
plastic brands. Celuform continues to forge ahead in key markets. Adding
Vekatrim to our range enhances the selection of products and services
that we can provide to a wide range of customers.’
Pat McEvoy will also be responsible for Celuform's customer service
department.
The Vekatrim acquisition made Celuform the largest manufacturer of cellular
plastic cladding and roofline products in the UK. The company provides
a complete range of systems for refurbishment and new build. It is an
exclusive supplier of roofline and cladding systems to a number of developers
including Redrow and David Wilson Homes, as well as being a key supplier
to many housing associations and local authorities.
For more information about Celuform PVC-ue products call 01622 719199,
fax 01622 882258 or go to http://www.celuform.co.uk
Kestrel-BCE
Ltd is now part of the Latium Group of companies and has a new Managing
Director, Paul Neilson who has returned to the company from a three-year
spell working elsewhere in the Building Products market.
Says
Paul ‘It's great to be back! The problems Kestrel and BCE went
through in 2002 and 2003 with the various factory and warehouse moves
are now well behind us. We're now back to industry leading service levels
and we've always had the best design and range of products.
'But
we're not stopping there though! We've already started to build on this
position - watch out for some great new products and innovations together
with a strong return to market sectors where we once led.’
Kestrel-BCE operates from a freehold 11.5-acre site with a 140,000 square
feet factory in Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire and employs around two
hundred people.
It blends its own raw materials and has recently invested in new foiling
lines and other equipment to give customers additional products and
flexibility.
The company says that the business is now in a position to exceed and
delight customers and place an emphasis on the company mission –
‘To be a leading world class supplier and manufacturer of plastic
products to the building industry.’.
With its already strong market position, wide product range and manufacturing
facility Kestrel-BCE says that it is optimistic about the future and
is confident that the company's position will continue to strengthen
with its re-vitalised strategy and focus.
http://www.bcecellular.com/
Kevin
Warner Heads up Specialist Products at Shepley
Trade
fabricator Shepley Windows has recruited
Kevin Warner, former Sales Director of Deceuninck-Status, to head up
its Specialist Products Division.
Commenting on his appointment Warner said:
‘I have long admired and respected Shepley Windows so I am delighted
to be joining such a dynamic company. Shepley’s ambitious plans
for expansion presented me with the kind of challenge I was seeking.
I am looking forward to playing my part in delivering further growth.’
Speaking on behalf of Shepley Windows, Sales Director, Tim Walker said:
‘Attracting Kevin to Shepley has been a real coup. He is highly
respected within the industry and his experience, contacts and market
knowledge will undoubtedly add further strength to our team’.
Kevin Warner can be reached by email at kevin.warner@shepley.com.
Network
Veka trade fabricator, Glazerite Windows
has strengthened its management team with the appointment of an experienced
industry man, Chris Reeks as Sales and Marketing Manager.
Having
worked directly within the trade sales industry for nearly two decades
coupled with an effective marketing talent, Chris brings with him a
wealth of valuable experience and in-depth industry knowledge.
In his appointment Chris will be responsible for developing sales opportunities
for the full range of products available within the Glazerite portfolio.
This includes casement windows, vertical sliders, complete conservatories,
composite doors and patio doors. Chris will also be pivotal in the introduction
of the company's new sculptured 70mm window which is being launched
during February 2006.
Commenting on his appointment, Chris 37 said: ‘I am delighted to
join Glazerite at such an opportune time. The company is renowned for
its product quality and its refreshing attitude towards customer service.
Furthermore, the launch of the new Veka 70mm sculptured system is extremely
exciting and will be warmly welcomed by the industry, and will only
seek to reinforce Glazerite's position as a major trade supplier which
holds one of the fullest product portfolios available. All of our products
are supported by a fast reliable turnaround, that underscores the friendly
customer approach. Finally, our marketing support drive will further
strengthen our offer and allow Glazerite's customer to gain an effective,
competitive advantage.’
For more information of the products and services from Glazerite Windows
contact Chris Reeks on 07813 840403.
Andy
Kay Joins Maco as North West Sales Manager
Maco
has welcomed Andrew Kay to the sales team where he assumes responsibility
for the North West Sales Region.
Andrew joined the hardware industry as a tele-sales operator working
at WMS (Avocet) and soon gained promotion to Senior Telesales. Within
18 months of his joining the company he was promoted to Northern Team
Sales Trainer and subsequently Technical Trainer.
In this role he was involved in the product and sales training of the
staff, from the induction stage through to advanced telesales.
Part of his responsibility also included product development and product
launches. In addition to this role, his duties included operating the
Hardware Help Desk handling both customer enquiries and internal and
external sales.
With this background he joined Mila as an Area Sales Manager in the
north west where he stayed for four years. He then moved to Systems
Hardware as North East Area Manager from which he now joins Maco.
With his background in the industry Maco is confident that he will play
an enthusiastic part in Maco's growth.
GAP's
Mark Simm Moves Next Door to Rockdoor
Mark
Simm, one of the founder members of GAP, the roofline stockist, has
joined GAP's sister company Rockdoor,
the manufacturer of high quality composite doors, as Sales Director.
Simon Bird, joint Managing Director of GAP and Rockdoor, explains the
move.
‘Our culture at GAP is highly customer focussed - something that
is going to be critical for Rockdoor as the company prepares to enter
an amibitious growth phase. Mark is going to play a key role in taking
the next generation of composite doors to the mass market.
'We'll miss him at GAP but he is only next door!’
Rockdoor was created in 1997 when GAP found itself unable to source
sufficient composite doors of adequate quality.
With a new highly automated factory and the largest capacity in the
UK - some 50% more than its nearest competitor - Rockdoor is planning
to take the retail market by storm.
Rockdoor's new high tech manufacturing line has the capacity to produce
3,000 units a week.
Tel: 01254 682888
New
Operations Director for Celuform
Andy
Jarrett is the new operations Director at Kent-based Celuform,
best known for its range of PVC-ue roofline and cladding products.
Andy,
who has worked at the company for 25 years said, ‘I am thrilled
with the appointment and am looking forward to having an even greater
input into the company. I have been here for a long time and have seen
many changes - however Celuform's commitment to quality, branding and
operational strength has been consistent and that's why the company
is so successful.’
In his new role, Andy will be responsible for all areas of the manufacturing
operation including engineering, development, purchasing, planning,
and distribution, with about 100 people on his team.
Andy began life at Celuform as an apprentice, working his way through
the many different departments over the years. Outside work Andy is
a musician, and enjoys winter sports. He is married and was born and
brought up in Kent were he still lives.
Ged Ferris marketing manager added: ‘I look forward to continuing
to work with Andy on the manufacturing and operational challenges that
lie ahead with the merger of the Vekatrim business to Celuform and the
additional opportunities that are offered with the recent acquisition
by Latium of Heywood Williams Plastics.’
‘Andy has worked hard during his years with the company and has
gained a good, all round operational knowledge. His new position is
well earned,’ states Andrew Wakelin, Managing Director.
For more information about Celuform PVC-ue products call 01622 719199,
fax 01622 882258 or go to http://www.celuform.co.uk
Masco Corporation Announces Management Appointment
Masco Corporation has announced that Clay Kiefaber, 50, has been appointed Group President of the Architectural Coatings and Windows Group.
Kiefaber joined Merillat in 1989 and has been Group Vice President for Masco's Builder Cabinet Group since 2004. In his new role, he will assume responsibility for Behr, Masterchem, Milgard Manufacturing, Watkins and the U.K. Window Group. He assumes many of Masco Group President Chuck Dowd's responsibilities, as Dowd moves toward retirement in 2006. Kiefaber will report to Masco President and Chief Operating Officer Alan Barry.
Kiefaber holds a bachelor's degree in political science from Miami of Ohio and a master's of business administration degree from the University of Colorado.
'One of our key goals is setting up the growth of the next generation of management,' said Alan Barry. 'I know that Clay will play a key role in our future success.'
Headquartered in Taylor, Mich., Masco Corporation is one of the world's leading manufacturers of home improvement and building products as well as a leading provider of services that include the installation of insulation and other building products.
Solvitol
Recruits Leese to Manage Nilco Division
Solvitol
Limited,
a manufacturer and supplier of aerosols and chemicals has recruited
Nick Leese to head up its Nilco Division.
Leese
joins Solvitol from Churchill China, where he was the National Account
Director and responsible for looking after numerous accounts held with
a variety of retail outlets. His experience in the houseware industry
alone totals 20 years.
As the new general manager of the Nilco Division and the associated
brands that come under the Nilco umbrella which includes Planet Earth,
where he will work closely with Michael Gubbins and Buddy as well as
Nilco.
Leese will be responsible for supporting and increasing the well-established
cash and carry and wholesale distribution base of the Solvitol brand
and increasing the presence of Planet Earth and Buddy in the market
place.
Leese said: 'My focus will be on increasing brand penetration across
the board, while also striving to get Planet Earth products into major
retails and pharmaceutical outlets throughout the UK. Planet Earth will
continue to support R.A.F.T (a charitable trust that donates monies
to different environmental projects around the country).'
For further details about Solvitol Limited or its associated Nilco,
Planet Earth or Buddy brands visit http://www.solvitol.com.
