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introduce an integrated downlight that overcame the issue of shallow ceiling voids, with our Inceptor integrated downlight with patented pre- wired Flexi driver. The company was a forerunner of modular wiring accessories – providing contractors with the products and the means to create customised wiring solutions of any size – from single room solutions to the largest multi- million pound new-build hospitals.
Financial stability We have learnt some valuable lessons over the years. Having financial stability has been crucial as it has allowed us to thrive when the sector was suffering from the fall-out of the recession and has meant that we have been able to continue to invest in the business and our people to ensure that we are delivering the best results for customers. We understand the importance of investment
in all areas of the business – supply chains, maintaining quality, protecting our brand, investing in people, understanding and anticipating changes in our market and never forgetting that our customers have a choice. It’s also important to let our customers know that we are committed to helping them sell our products and this is demonstrated through our proactive marketing effort, attendance and support for trade events, an on-going product development programme and helping them make the most of the training opportunities we offer. Listening to our customers remains a key focus
for the business and we will always work to come up with new or improved products and solutions that meet their changing needs. As a leading player in the electrical industry, we
believe in helping future-proof the industry and we are proud to be the official partner for the NICEIC and ELECSA National Apprentice of the Year competition, which is now in its third year and going from strength to strength – demonstrating a commitment to help secure the
Since it was founded in 1989, Scolmore Group has become a significant force in the electrical accessory market.
future of the industry by educating and developing the next generation of electricians.
Buying patterns There are a number of challenges facing the sector and keeping ahead of changing buying patterns is a big one. The traditional buying patterns of contractors appear to be shifting as online and click and collect becomes much more widely accessible. An increasing number of electrical contractors now use mobile technology such as smart phones and tablets whilst on site in order to do product research, check product availability, locate nearby stores and check product prices. In the light of the Grenfell tragedy, building
regulations are becoming more and more stringent, with alternative building materials and products being developed with improved safety in mind. We are continually assessing our existing product range to ensure they meet and keep up to date with any change in legislation and
guidelines, thus reassuring customers that when they deal with Scolmore they have the guarantee that the products they are using are tested to the most stringent levels and offer guaranteed safety. As technology continues to drive the industry, with the focus on smart homes and building automation, the challenge will be to keep up with the latest advancements. We will continue to invest in our Click Smart range which is bringing simple to install and operate smart solutions to our customers. 2018 started off really well for us with the acquisition of Sangamo. We have enjoyed steady growth despite the challenging trading conditions that have prevailed over the last 10 years and we are in a strong position as we enter the final quarter of 2018. We will continue to look at opportunities to build the business through investment in our people and products, as well appropriate acquisitions.
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Having started out in a small Tamworth warehouse, Scolmore now operates from a purpose-built 150,000sq ft head office and distribution centre – still in Tamworth. We are committed to our policy of only supplying through the wholesale channel, which is set up to supply and service the professional
electrical contract market. This joint partnership guarantees our wholesale partners a range of high-quality, value-for-money products backed up by good local stocks, delivery service and detailed product support via trained staff and installer training.
26 | electrical wholesalerOctober 2018
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