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INDUSTRY UPDATE
Franke hires new Area Sales Manager for Scotland
Franke has appointed Stephen Oneill-McDaid as its new Area Sales Manager for Scotland. Oneill-McDaid has worked in the kitchen and bathroom industry for over
30 years, holding positions in business development and as a key account management with PJH Distribution before joining Davroc as business development manager. In his new role with Forth
& Clyde Distribution in Falkirk, he is the primary contact for kitchen studios across the whole of Scotland and has a responsibility for promoting the Franke and Carron Phoenix brands’ extensive portfolio of sinks, taps, cooker hoods and accessories to drive sales. Oneill-McDaid says: “I’m
thrilled to be appointed as the key sales contact for the Franke brand in Scotland. I’m looking forward to building on existing business relationships and forging new ones while promoting a range of products that exude quality and innovative design.”
HiB launches new website with enhanced features and sleek new design
Leading bathroom supplier HiB has improved its website to offer an expanded online experience for retailers, contract customers and consumers. The website includes upgraded navigation, search facilities and has been
optimised for mobile devices to improve functionality. The site also has a dedicated section for Projects and Specifications, showcasing the company’s capabilities providing product for large and small scale developments. For those seeking
more information about HiB ranges, particular attention has been paid on improving the product listings, to offer more detailed images and videos, technical information and inspiration. Another notable feature is the new ‘Swatch Service’, which allows those designing a bathroom to request a swatch of their chosen furniture or countertop finish directly from the website. Visit the new website at
www.hib.co.uk where you can find out more
information about the latest product launches, download a brochure and find your nearest retailer.
Hartford Holdings acquires specialist tray manufacturer, Traymate
and heritage brand Thomas Crapper & Co, are delighted to announce they have acquired the UKs leading specialist shower tray manufacturer, Traymate Products Ltd. The deal, for an undisclosed sum, was completed on Friday 26th
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February, with Traymate being a natural fit in the stable of Hartford brands, bringing their specialism in low profile designer trays. With mutual customers and suppliers, the family run group has ambitious plans to grow Traymate and see potential to launch a wider range of products in the near future. Hartford Holdings shareholder and Trojan Baths MD, David Mosley said of the purchase, “We are thrilled to add a
recognised, dedicated tray manufacturing brand to our business as we see real opportunities for growth across all of our markets right now.’ Terry Wilkins will remain as Managing Director while original founder
Steve Rance will act as a consultant to help with the business transition. Mosley continues, “We are looking forward to working with the whole team in Essex,
utilising both Terry and Steve’s extensive knowledge and experience in the industry to drive the brand and the business forward, at a rapid rate.” While discussions are already underway to increase the current factory
size and invest in additional plant and equipment, the Hartford team have been quick to reassure all current employees that all jobs remain secure. Retaining his current position as Managing Director, Terry Wilkins also commented, “I am very impressed with the commitment Hartford Holdings have
already shown by making professional changes to the business and most importantly the continuation of job security for the entire team. “Both Steve and I are excited at this opportunity to be part of a wider
team, we are looking forward to driving the business at an accelerated pace with the Hartford team.” Traymate Products Ltd is the third acquisition for Hartford Holdings in
recent years, having acquired Thomas Crapper & Co in 2016 and Mantaleda Bathrooms in 2020. As the parent company of Trojan Baths, the Hartford Group have seen a significant uplift in sales across all brands in recent months and will look to continue expanding their presence in the bathroom industry, particularly in specialist manufacturing facilities and brands that manufacture in the UK.
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orkshire based Hartford Holdings Ltd, parent company of Trojan Baths, easy access specialist Mantaleda Bathrooms
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