NEWS


Burg-Wächter’s Locktoberfest is back!


Loft conversion specialist finds multiple uses for West Fraser’s SterlingOSB Zero


A family-run firm from Surrey, which


specialises in loft


With winter nights drawing in, Germany’s premier security specialist,


is combining the traditional German festival with all-things security,


as Locktoberfest


returns once again providing a fun way to get the important security message across as we enter the key season for security with consumers. With the cost-of-living crisis beginning to bite, home security and protecting your space and precious possessions is a real concern for all consumers. To highlight this issue and to support independent retail, Burg-Wächter is running a series of promotions and competitions, commencing in October, where independent retailers can not only get excellent deals on a range of products – including cylinder locks, night latches, tubular latches, mortice locks, door chains and uPVC window handles – but also win high- quality Burg-Wächter products of their choice.


In addition, Locktoberfest will be supported by a consumer campaign in key home- orientated titles, regional press and on social media.


director


Mark Pearson, commercial at Burg-Wächter said:


“As winter approaches, the cover of darkness gives criminals a significant advantage throughout this period. Burg-Wächter’s Locktoberfest is an engaging way to not only highlight serious security issues but to also give retailers the opportunity to offer customers peace of mind that their homes are protected against break-ins this winter.”


For further information on the Locktoberfest promotions as well as Burg-Wächter’s range of home security products, visit www.burg.biz/uk or call 01274 395333.


WOLF-Garten partners with Pershore School High School to support the future of horticulture Garden


tools specialist,


WOLF-Garten, has donated a selection of tools to Worcestershire-based Pershore High School to help with students studying horticulture. WOLF-Garten specialises in garden tools for lawn care, cultivation, tree and shrub care and general


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garden maintenance, so has the perfect selection for those learning about all aspects of gardening. Pershore High School educates over 1,200 students and runs a horticultural class for several of the extended learning


students. Learning about horticulture has allowed


these students to enjoy learning in a different, more ‘hands-on’ way, while


feeling supported


in pursuing their interest in the subject. The


school holds strong


connections to Pershore College, a national centre for horticulture situated on a 60-hectare site near Evesham, as well as gardening industry, so students at the high school are well placed to pursue a career in the sector.


conversions and the creation of bespoke garden rooms, is making extensive use of SterlingOSB Zero from panel product manufacturer, West Fraser, based on the board’s value, performance and ease of installation.


Burg-Wächter,


MB Loft Conversions, based in Caterham, was established eight years ago by Mark Bell and undertakes contracts right across South London, Surrey, Sussex and Kent. Typically, the company completes up to a dozen loft conversions and other projects each year. Bell commented: “There are a number of reasons why we prefer to use both West Fraser’s


8x4 and 8x2 T&G Sterling OSB Zero, apart from it being a product I’m very familiar with. We know we can rely on the quality, while the 18 mm T&G boards


Ivyline makes itself at home with new headquarters


Ivyline, one of the sector’s leading garden, home and giftware


suppliers, to support has


recently undertaken a move to a new facility at the heart of Stoneleigh Park; a move designed


the


brand’s ongoing growth. Moving from its old location in Coventry, Ivyline’s new headquarters has become home to the complete in-house team, which has seen its numbers double in the last year due to


are like gold when it comes to doing flat roofs and make a really good deck. We also use them for the cheeks of the dormer windows, while we switch to the


growing demand for Ivyline products. From sales and marketing to


design, sourcing,


and order management, the full team is now working under one roof, with the benefit of an onsite trade showroom to support product development and customer relations year-round. Scott Thomas, Ivyline Managing Director, said of the new headquarters: “After a period of significant growth we came to realise that we were about to outgrow our old premises, so a move was vital to ensure that we could continue to service all our customers, both old and new.


“Stoneleigh Park is a superb location. Not only does it bring key events and exhibitions to our doorstep but, more importantly, the central location allows easy access for our customers that wish to get up-close and personal with our complete offering. Providing year-round access and support during the


exhibition cycle,


our showroom is an invaluable resource, and one we know our customers will appreciate, as we look to expand Ivyline’s reach even further.”


Since moving to Stoneleigh Park, Ivyline has expanded its offering into furniture, introduced new Christmas ranges, and, most recently, lifestyle gardening collections, whilst creating even more bestselling outdoor living ranges. The expansion of the in-house design team has also enabled Ivyline to create more design cohesion across multiple collections, whilst the team, alongside Ivyline’s dedicated sourcing team, has been better placed to find new supply partners that uphold the same sustainable values across material


management manufacturing processes. and


11mm for internal walls. There are also many applications for SterlingOSB Zero when it comes to our garden rooms.” As part of a comprehensive, overall carbon negative product range, SterlingOSB Zero T&G presents specifiers with precision-engineered tongue and groove boards, which are typically specified for pitched or flat roof decking and timber frame construction, as well as for flooring and other applications. Also from an environmental viewpoint, the ‘Zero’ in the name means no formaldehyde is added during its manufacture, which is a first in the UK – encouraging


its specification


on improved health and safety grounds.


MKM enters the hire market with JCB partnership


MKM, one the UK’s largest independent builder’s merchant, is continuing to evolve its first-class service offering with a major announcement that the business is entering the hire market for the first time, with its own offering.


The company has invested in a fleet of JCB equipment in a new partnership that will see ‘MKM Hire’ officially launched at five MKM branches across the UK – Norwich, Perth, Bromsgrove, Lincoln North, and Manchester Central. Following successful launch MKM plans to roll this fantastic new service offering out nationwide. Kate Tinsley, MKM’s CEO, said: “Our ethos at MKM has always been about giving our customers what


they want


and need, which is why we are constantly looking at ways we can develop and enhance the service we provide our customers.”


“Entering the hire market is a fantastic evolution for the business and we are delighted to be working in partnership with TC Harrison JCB.”


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