Trojan Baths strengthen shower tray production with £750k investment
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rojan, a leading Yorkshire-based acrylic bath manufacturer, has announced an expansion of its shower tray division, Traymate.
Traymate, previously located in Essex, was acquired by Trojan’s parent company, Hartford Holdings Group Ltd, in 2021 for £2.85m as a strategic acquisition to supply design-led minimalist shower trays into the market. The transition to Yorkshire was aimed at consolidating operations and capitalising on Trojan’s extensive manufacturing infrastructure.
The new Traymate site in Huddersfield, close to Trojan’s existing manufacturing facility, consists of a 46,000 square foot building on a three-acre site. The move has created 26 new jobs and includes a planned, costed and Group-funded investment programme of £750k.
Investments include new master and production moulds, as well as additional equipment including two enclosed gel coat spray booths and an additional casting and packing machine, all aimed at further improving quality and output.
Focus on people and expertise
The upgrades aren’t limited to equipment and facilities but extend to staff, creating 26 new roles. One of these roles is new operations manager, David Dickinson, a seasoned professional with 20 years of experience in engineering and operations. David’s expertise will be instrumental in driving production efficiency and implementing even stricter quality control measures.
Passion for British manufacturing
Established in 1975, Trojan has grown into one of Europe’s largest acrylic bath manufacturers, renowned for its diverse range of high-quality products. The acquisition and integration of Traymate, a company with over 20 years of expertise in shower tray design and production, further strengthens Trojan’s position as a one-stop shop for bathware solutions.
David Mosley, Managing Director of Trojan, comments on the exciting new chapter for Traymate: “The move and investment mark a significant step forward for Traymate. We are committed to substantially increasing our shower tray production capacity while simultaneously
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elevating our quality standards. As we approach our 50th anniversary in 2025, our unwavering commitment to reinvestment, innovation, and growth remains paramount. We are passionate about delivering the best of British-made bathroom products to customers worldwide.” Established in 1975, Trojan has grown into one of Europe’s largest acrylic bath manufacturers, renowned for its diverse range of high-quality products. The acquisition and integration of Traymate, a company with over 20 years of expertise in minimalist shower tray design and production, further strengthens Trojan’s position as a one-stop shop for comprehensive bathware solutions.
www.trojan-baths.co.uk
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