APPOINTMENTS & NEWS 3


SIMONSWERK UK strengthens sales leadership with new appointment


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eading hinge system manufacturer SIMONSWERK UK has announced the appointment of Andrew Kite as


head of sales. The appointment represents a strategic move to strengthen the company’s presence in the UK market as it continues to expand its premium door hardware solutions. Andrew brings over a decade of strategic sales leadership experience from the kitchen industry, having worked with some of the sector’s most prominent names. His career began with the Franke Group in the UK through their Future Leaders Programme, where he progressed from sales manager to national sales manager, leading the UK Projects Channel. Subsequently, Andrew played a key role in launching the House of Rohl in the UK, consolidating four unique British heritage brands under a single umbrella for Fortune Brands. Most recently, he served as Head of Sales at Omega Kitchens, a leading British kitchen furniture manufacturer.


opportunity for me to apply my experience in a new sector. The parallels between the kitchen industry and the door hardware market are signifi cant, particularly when it comes to serving discerning customers who demand both aesthetic excellence and functional performance.” Andrew’s appointment comes as SIMONSWERK continues to build on its strong UK presence, with manufacturing operations in Tipton dating back to 1977. The company has established itself as a leader in premium hinge solutions across multiple applications,


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“I’m thrilled to be joining SIMONSWERK at such an exciting time in the company’s development,” says Andrew. “The company’s reputation for premium quality and innovation in hinge systems, combined with their strong heritage of over 135 years in European manufacturing, makes this an ideal


timber and PVCu doors to sophisticated glass door systems and the innovative TECTUS concealed hinge range. In his new role, Andrew will work closely with the existing UK team to drive continued growth and strengthen SIMONSWERK’s market position.


01215 222848 www.simonswerk.co.uk


Balancing conservation, re-purposing and modern tourism


Resident Edinburgh. Winner of the Retrofi t category at the 2025 Scottish Design Award, the modern venue demonstrates effective re-purposing of a 1950s offi ce building that was no longer fi t for purpose in today’s commercial environment with low ceiling heights, multiple columns and cellular layout. MLA Architects’ design,


S implemented


by Morrison Construction, has delivered 164 bedrooms with reception, lounge and bar across four storeys.


Redevelopment


instead of demolition and rebuilding has achieved a 40% reduction in embodied carbon emissions.


The sustainability of the project extends


further. Building services consultant Rybka specifi ed the use of mechanical ventilation with


heat recovery throughout, using localised in-room units for the bedrooms


and a centralised, basement-level unit for the public spaces. To deliver fresh air and extract the used air, Rybka chose Gilberts’ swirl diffusers and linear bar grilles. The ventilation units are manufactured from 100% mild steel- the most recycled material in the world. Installed by contractor March Engineering, Gilberts’ ventilation units ensure rapid entrainment and intermixing into the


ustainable construction


through to the detail of air distribution in Edinburgh’s latest hotel


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space and smooth extraction of used air to maintain a comfortable, draught- and odour- free environment for guests.


Gilberts also supplied the facade and penthouse louvres to supply air for the air conditioning plant.


Explained Barry McKenna, associate


mechanical engineer at Rybka and lead consultant on the project: “Being mindful of the client’s standards of quality and desire to be environmentally responsible, we chose Gilberts to support us on the project. We have always found them to be a manufacturer that guarantees quality and responsive in technical support.”


Gilberts has a proven track record in supporting creation of a relaxing, odour-free ambience within hospitality venues beyond Scotland, including Radisson RED, The Social Hub, Premier Inn, Grantley Hall and Carden Park.


01253 766911 info@gilbertsblackpool.com


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