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Recycled plastic educational
furniture maintenance-free outdoor
classroom products
sing Recycled Plastic Wood and
URecycled Mixed Plastic Lumber collected
from UK Homes and Businesses – Eco
friendly and Sustainable
Recycled plastic lumber or recycled
plastic wood, is made from taking your
waste plastic and processing it for reuse.
66% less energy is needed than is required
in production of virgin plastic, and it releases
a whopping 250% less carbon dioxide.
We turn this recycled plastic into
aesthetically pleasing, useful products, for
the general public, construction companies,
local authorities, educational institutions and
hospitals all over the world.
All our products are recycled as well as
being recyclable.
This is the ideal of recycling. It’s a closed
loop.
All the plastic products we use as
consumers should be capable of recycling
indefinitely making for a sustainable future
for our children and a cleaner less toxic
environment.
Wallbed Systems
designs, develops,
manufactures
and distributes a
wide range of wall
bed designs to 27
countries around
the world
Contact +44 (0)208 704 5796 | +44 (0)7780 661958
www.wallbedsystems.co.uk | jeremy.waller@wallbedsystems.co.uk
In some cases we also reuse rather than
recycle.
For example, we have a Recycled
Plastic Compost Tumbler/Compost
Bin – appropriately named, ‘The
Compost Creator.’ For this we reuse a
food grade plastic drum previously used
to transport food products.
Reuse is vastly superior to simply
recycling
There is no significant consumption of energy,
as there is no manufacturing process involving
heavy use of energy. We just drill a few holes
in the drum and clean it up as best we can.
Both recycling plastic as well as reusing it
keeps large amounts of plastic waste out of
expensive and now difficult to find landfill.
This results in a lower carbon footprint
and reduced human contribution to global
warming and climate change.
Recycled Mixed Plastic Lumber, recycled
HDPE and recycled polystyrene (which is the
primary waste plastic in our recycled plastic
wood or recycled plastic timber) are what
we make all our products out of.
Creating perfect
sleep and storage
solutions
W allbed
Systems
offer an exclusive
range of beautiful
wall bed hardware
designs to furniture
manufacturers and
retailers, hardware
distributors and
retailers, hotel
and hospitality
contractors around the world. This sleeping solution works perfectly
in hotel rooms, micro-apartments, small bedrooms, a home office and
student accommodation, providing an excellent hybrid living, working,
studying and sleeping area, fully maximising the space available.
Wallbed Systems Ltd. is a London-based global business established
by Managing Director, Jeremy Waller, who has extensive experience
selling mattresses and beds across Asia, who saw opportunities for
sensible designs of reliable, safe and flexible wall beds, which could
feature comfortable mattresses. With the latest designs and accessories
(such as with the Alpha bed and Studio desk pairing) small or odd
shapes rooms are transformed into multi-use spaces with cleverly
concealed sleeping areas.
Contact Jeremy Waller,
T +44 (0)208 704 5796
T +44 (0)7780 661958
jeremy.waller@wallbedsystems.co.uk
www.wallbedsystems.co.uk
These, often brightly coloured, Recycled
plastic products are extremely durable and
attractive.
They will maintain their appearance for
many years to come.
Our plastic wood will amaze you. This
recycled plastic looks and feels like genuine
wood but is superior in design and quality to
traditional wood lumber or timber products.
See Eco-Table and Bench Outdoor
Furniture Set: https://www.youtube.
com/watch?v=aAdixaIBHYs
Please visit:
www.kedeleducation.co.uk
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Contents
Issue 692 • November 2025
On the Cover
Wallbed Systems
Whats Inside
Checkedsafe
Compliance Solutions
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Independent Access Sales
Platforms
Baqus Group
Construction & Property
Consultancy
Direct Hoist
Hoists
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Editors Comments
Hello & Welcome to Issue 692 of
Building Update!
The team at Building Update has been working tirelessly to bring you
an issue packed with innovation and inspiration, and we’re delighted to
showcase the outstanding achievements of the companies featured within
these pages.
This month, we’ve scoured the UK to uncover some of the most forwardthinking
organisations in the industry. We are especially pleased to spotlight
the remarkable work of Wallbed Systems and Direct Hoist.
Our cover story celebrates the impressive accomplishments of Wallbed
Systems, whose dedication to smart, space-saving design continues to push
boundaries.
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We are also proud to present Direct Hoist as our ‘Hoist Company of
the Year,’ recognising their consistent performance and commitment to
excellence. You can find this on page XIV.
Kedel
Eco Plastic Products
Fisher & Company
Lighting & Electrical
We hope you enjoy this issue of Industrial Solutions as much as we enjoyed
creating it. Happy reading, and we look forward to welcoming you back for
the next edition!
Ian Hayward, Editor
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Introducing the Eco Clipper
Electric Mowing Systems
co Clipper offers large area mowers that help field
Emanagers minimise mowing costs while producing
a professional finish. The Eco Clipper mowing system
was originally developed to replace the cylinder
mower in turfgrass production. The aim was to retain
the cutting performance of a well-tuned cylinder
mower, but not the high maintenance requirements
and sensitivity to mowing conditions, such as wet
grass and weeds.
The system
The smooth cutting decks with fast spinning small
blades ensure a high quality of cut and a good
distribution of clippings. Thanks to the electrically
driven blades, the mower is very economical and
quiet. The large wheels and smart mower deck linking
system ensures good contour following and enables
high mowing speeds.
The benefits
Users report high productivity gains and appreciate
the low maintenance requirements and the ability to
schedule mowing even under less favourable mowing
conditions, such as early morning dew and wet
autumn, which can often prevent removal of grass
clippings.
The models
Municipalities and sports field and park managers
have discovered the advantages of the Eco Clipper
mowing system. For them, Eco Clipper now offers
two versions: the 4.11m wide EC-FM4 Sport and
the 3.43m wide EC-FM343. Both
are positioned in front of the tractor,
providing excellent visibility and comfort
for the tractor driver.
The EC-FM4 Sport has four independent
mowing decks, mows till 4.11m wide
and folds up to 2.5m width. It only
needs 50hp, but fits best to small size
agricultural tractors. To meet the demand
for more lightweight mowers suitable for most park
tractors from 40hp upwards, the Eco Clipper FM343
has been developed. This three-part Eco Clipper front
mower cuts 343cm wide and folds to a transport
width of 170cm. As with the larger 411cm wide
EC-FM4, electricity is provided by a PTO-powered
generator behind the tractor.
For more information, please see below:
info@ecoclipper.com
https://www.ecoclipper.com
Varnish
Le Tonkinois Varnish & Flexidisc Sander:
Trusted tools for lasting finishes
& D Murkin is the main UK importer for Le
B Tonkinois Varnish and the Flexidisc sander.
Established in 1992 by three brothers Derek,
Brian and Roy Murkin, the company is based in
Maidenhead and imports a range of products that
are used by professionals and amateurs to produce
fantastic finishes. Its main products have been
demonstrated and sold at numerous shows throughout
the UK for over 30 years and have proven reliable
and resilient over this time.
Le Tonkinois Varnish is an environmentally friendly
natural oil-based yacht varnish, that uses a Chinese
formula dating back two or three centuries. Designed
to remove brush-marks, bring out the natural beauty
of the timber without cracking or flaking off, this
permanent varnish is simple to use and only requires
an additional coat every few years. Proven as the
perfect solution for the amateur user seeking a
professional product, Le Tonkinois Varnish comes
available in three separate forms.
Le Tonkinois Classic is a high-quality finish known for its
exceptional penetration, even on oily timbers, creating
a strong and lasting bond without leaving brush marks.
It forms a tough, non-porous, and weatherproof coating
that is highly resistant to UV rays, sea water, and other
harsh elements. Free from harmful or irritating ingredients,
it is ideal for indoor use but also surpasses many
competitors in outdoor applications. Ecologically friendly
and free of petroleum solvents, it can be applied over
most existing finishes (excluding wax), and enhances
the natural beauty and colour of bare wood. Especially
suited for boats and garden furniture, it remains flexible
and will not crack, chip, or peel. Its natural, brilliant gloss
can also be adjusted to a matte finish if desired.
Le Tonkinois Marine No. 1 is a further refined version
of the Classic, offering enhanced purity and superior
performance. It dries faster, penetrates wood more
effectively, and is easy to apply. With improved UV
protection and greater resistance to abrasion, it provides
a more durable and long-lasting finish. Marine No. 1
also delivers a higher gloss compared to the Classic and
is less prone to skinning in the can, making it an excellent
choice for demanding marine and outdoor applications.
Le Tonkinois Parquet is ideal for flooring and employs
a strong synthetic Alkyd resin and Ester oil to return
a harder-wearing surface for foot traffic. The finish
is a little less glossy than the other two, just slightly
opaque. Furthermore, all three can be matted or
semi-matted by including Gelomat in the final coat.
Le Tonkinois is also brilliant for use on boats in fresh
water sea or sludge. Le Tonkinois is brilliant for all
materials. Because it stays flexible, it moves with the
Landscaping Products
timber, so it is even suitable for use on Oak or Cork
without cracking. Other areas of use include outdoor
and interior woodwork as well as kitchens because
it is fully waterproof, cannot be marked by hot cups
or plates, isn’t affected by water or alcohol, and is
classified safe to use in food areas.
Another notable product is the Flexidisc Sander/Grinder
that gives a superb finish on wood, metal, fibreglass, car
body fillers and all other hard materials. The Flexidisc
Basic pack includes a Flexidisc sander, steel locking nut,
abrasive discs, and cleaning rubber. In its basic state
it’s a general sander, however its capabilities are varied
meaning it converts in seconds to be used as a super-fine
finishing sander, a bench grinder, a general-purpose
sharpener, a partial angle grinder, a polish applicator/
polisher, as well as a grinder for glass and nails.
The Flexidisc Sander/Grinder is a 5” (125mm) disc
sander attachment that fits into any drill. Its flexible,
vibration-free shaft provides full control without skidding
or scuffing, ensuring smooth results with minimal effort. It
uses reusable, velcro-backed discs coated with ultra-hard
Corundum – each lasting as long as 100 standard discs.
These discs handle everything from soft plaster to steel,
and can polish rough timber faster than conventional
sanders, all while generating minimal heat, making it
safe for materials like GRP and old paint.
If you’re would like to learn more about
these products, or any further services,
please see below:
T 01628 548840/01628 629892
bmurkin@sky.com
www.letonkinoisvarnish.uk
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Motor Technology
Crane Hoist Operators have ready solution
for replacement of Obsolete Motors
Many companies that have been
operating their ageing though reliable
hoists have found that when they need to
replace hoist motors the original OEMs
either no longer exist or the motor rating
size has long since been dropped from their
production portfolio.
Who can they turn to, in order to get their
hoist back up and running as in many
cases if the slipring motor that has served
them well for 20-30 years can not be easily
replaced it could lead to an extremely full
overhead crane upgrade.
Menzel have seen this scenario grow over
the years with SME’s not able to afford a
complete new hoist just for the loss of a
motor, scratching around looking for second
hand or refurbished motors.
As such it has seen an increase in
opportunities to supply replacement motors.
Though certainly not the largest unit we have
shipped into the UK this year the pictured
motor here has a certain special relevance
to UK companies wanting to replace hoist
motors.
This cute little MEBSGR200L Crane Hoist
17kW, 415V, 730rpm Slip Ring motor
with an S4 40% Duty cycle was recently
configured to match the existing motor
envelope and delivered on time.
There are not many suppliers capable of
supplying a slip ring motor of this size so
Bespoke mining pit fan
motors with fin cooling
Three tailored three-phase
squirrel cage motors in frame
size 630 for installation inside
mining pit fans.
if your hoists have obsolete or obsolescent
frames coming to their end of life that need
replacing let us help you by supplying a
direct replacements from Menzel.
T +49 30 349 922 0
info@menzel-motors.com
www.menzel-motors.com
MENZEL Motors has just recently
designed and manufactured three
powerful 6,600V squirrel cage motors
as integral components for mining
pit fans.
The customer specified cylindrical motor
casings as compact as possible for its
underground ventilation system. The
greatest challenge was to implement the
required rated power of 1,700kW in
cylindrical casings.
Menzel therefore designed TEFC fin-cooled
squirrel cage motors (cooling type IC 411)
in frame size 630, an extremely unusual
design for motors this large.
The manufacture is complex, but the result is
optimal for the constricted installation
conditions in the mining industry.
In order to save additional space, all
connection cables are routed out of the pit
fan motors and the terminal
boxes are mounted outside
the fans.
Since the driven fan wheels
are mounted directly on
the motor shafts, the motor
bearing must compensate additional high
loads: radial loads up to 20,700N and
axial loads up to 27,000N.
For the required bearing service life of
100,000 hours, Menzel implemented a
special rolling bearing setup.
In addition, the motors have a second shaft
end for a holding brake. The three-phase
squirrel cage motors are designed for
operation on a frequency converter
(duty type S9) with speed changes and
reversal of the rotation direction.
This allows the pit fans not only to ventilate
the mine, but also to extract dangerous
firedamp if necessary.
■ Type: Squirrel cage motor
MEBKSR630-06
■ Standard: IEC/EN 60034-1
■ Power rating: 1,700kW (corresponds
to 2,280HP)
■ Voltage rating: 6,600V
■ Frequency: 37Hz
■ Number of poles: 6 poles
■ Nominal speed: 730min-1
■ Rated torque: 22,240Nm
T +49 30 349 922 0
info@menzel-motors.com
www.menzel-motors.com
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Construction & Property Consultancy
BAQUS Construction and Property Consultancy
AQUS Construction and Property
BConsultancy is a well-established
practice operating at the cutting edge of our
profession with experience in most sectors
of the Construction Industry. As a forwardthinking
business which strives for continued
success, we offer an award-winning customer
focused service always looking for continuous
improvement and delivering added value and
cost efficiency.
Our History: BAQUS was formed in 2007
amalgamating long-established traditional
surveying firms including Fletcher McNeill,
Boxall Sayer, Denley King and Nigel Rose.
We operate from six offices across the UK.
Our ‘One Stop’ Professional Services:
■ Project Management, Employer’s Agent and
Contract Administration
■ Quantity Surveying and Cost Management
■ Building Surveying, Party Walls and
Dilapidations.
■ Expertise in Historic Buildings.
■ CDM Advice (Health and Safety)
■ Access Audits and Consultancy
■ Funding advice
■ Sustainability and Renewables
■ Assistance with Dispute Resolution and Expert
Witness
■ Project Monitoring and Independent Certifier
Our Ethos: At the heart of our business is
exceptional personal service undertaken by
exceptional staff. Every commission, however large
or small is of equal importance to us. We provide
our Clients with personal contact and dedicate a
BAQUS director to all projects. Every project is
subject to regular review at director level to ensure
we are delivering our promises, creating added
value and continuous improvement.
We are advocates of partnering, collaborative
working and best-value procurement. We have
wide-ranging experience of alternative procurement
strategies aimed at delivering to our clients brief.
Environmental considerations are important to us,
as is the promotion of sustainable solutions. We
employ Chartered Environmentalists who have
represented our profession in the global promotion
of sustainability issues.
Our Clients & Work Sectors: We have a broad
Client base covering Private and Public Sector
organisations, many of whom have given us repeat
commissions over many
years using Framework
Agreements and Term
Contracts.
We have a strong track
record of working in the
Leisure, Sports, Education,
Arts, Commercial,
Healthcare, Heritage,
Hospitality, Hotels,
Residential, Retail, and
Transportation sectors.
Our People: Our greatest strength is our people
and we work hard to find, develop, train, motivate
and retain the finest calibre of personnel at all levels
who offer a professional and enthusiastic service.
The loyalty shown by our people is exceptional and
many have spent their entire careers with us.
Accreditations: BAQUS Construction and Property
Consultancy is regulated by The Royal Institution of
Chartered Surveyors and holds Quality Assurance,
Environmental and Health and Safety certifications
to ISO: 9001, 14001 and 45001. We also hold
numerous industry specific accreditations for health
and safety (e.g. CHAS) and technical competence.
www.baqus.co.uk
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Portable Buildings
ModCon Cabin Trader Ltd
ModCon Cabin Trader was formed in
2017 by Alan Willetts of whom has 25
years experience of working for some major
manufacturers in the Modular & Portable
Building Industry.
ModCon Cabins as it is also known
manufactures and supplies Steel Anti Vandal
Portable Cabins, Containers, Modular
Buildings and all site ancillary items
associated with the Portable Building Industry.
Please visit: www.modconcabins.co.uk
enquiries too so please feel free to engage with
us here at ModCon Cabins even if you have a
rather random enquiry for certain products.
Why not also take a look at ModCon Cabin
Traders other side of the business which is an
Auction/Resale website that allows all and
sundry to utilise the site to sell new & used
Portable Building products which operates
very similar to a well-known auction/resale
site we are all familiar with, however only
for products relating to our industry.
Items such as Portable Offices, Canteens,
Toilet units, Drying units, Storage Containers,
Chemstores, Smoking Shelters, Effluent Tanks,
Staircases are regular and repeat produced
items that we manufacture for our clients.
Based in Gloucestershire in the South West
we are logistically nicely placed around all
the major motorway networks for ease of
transportation.
Our workforce are all very skilled and
experienced fabricators of whom have many
years experience working within our industry
and so know the expectancy of our customers
requirements so you can be sure that if you
approach ModCon Cabins to undertake your
work you are in very good hands!
Being that all items produced are mostly built
on a jig and to customers own specification
we are open to undertaking bespoke
Contact
T 0333 404 8822
info@modconcabins.co.uk
www.modconcabins.co.uk
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Platforms
IAS for your perfect
access platform
ccess Platforms are indispensable for working at
Aheights or hard-to-reach places, providing workers
with a robust structure across many industrial sectors.
Many essential services such as air conditioning
units, pipes, and ductwork are often stored high in
the roof and access platforms are key to installation
and essential repairs/maintenance throughout the
year. With health & safety in mind, the steady, wellfabricated
structures give extra reassurance to workers,
throughout the operation period.
Independent Access Sales (IAS) is a relatively new
company but with decades of expertise behind it.
Established in 2020 by Managing Director: Richard
Martin, the Huntingdon-based company is set to take
the country by storm.
IAS is a distributor of access platforms across the UK
and Ireland and Richard brings more than 35 years of
industry experience, from scaffolding, cradle platforms,
erection, surveyor, to supervisor, “We are getting
noticed now across the industry. We have won three
awards in the last twelve months, including a Golden
Award from Media2. We’ve been to numerous trade
shows and generated a lot of interest.”
“We are excited to reveal that we have exclusively
signed with SOCAGE: producer of globally-leading
aerial platforms to distribute their truck-mounted
platforms, up to 100 metres. A truck-mounted platform is
a mobile elevating platform, which can be attached to a
road-licenced chassis and is great when you require an
access platform to be adaptable, as it can be switched
from site to site easily. We are looking forward to
adding this to our growing portfolio and by the New
Year, expect to be selling a wider range of Easylift
Spider Platforms, SOCAGE Truck Mounting Platforms
and Leonardo HD by Bravi HD to new and existing
customers across: facilities management, construction,
heritage restoration to tree surgery and many more.”
The existing SOCAGE truck line has been flying off
the shelves with customers already this year: the
SOCAGE 20T carries loads up to 230kg and is a
favoured mounted platform for working at height. The
SOCAGE 21DJ works up to 20.3m and is a second
popular choice for many applications.
For those working in facilities management or heritage
restoration, the Easylift srl Piattaforme Aeree R360
provides a turret rotation of 360° for cleaning and
delicate work in limited spaces. Designed to work at
a height of 35.4m, it is also preferred by tree surgeons
for all aspects of arboriculture. The R260 model works to
a maximum height of 26m, with an outreach of 13.5m,
precision-designed for maintenance and installation jobs.
The Bravi Platform HD meanwhile is the default choice
for tight spaces and doorways, offering a sturdier
alternative to scaffolding or ladders.
IAS offers a full consultancy service for new customers,
to source the perfect access platform and moving
forward, offers six-monthly inspections, servicing and
maintenance, meaning you can just get on with the
job at hand.
“It is a real pleasure to hear repeat custom across many
sectors. We take great pride in customer service, from our
expert, technical know-how, to quick lead delivery times.”
“In the near future, we are hoping to begin talks with
a dealership of little truck booms. These are ideal for
a variety of one-day applications from street work,
signage, windfarms to pest control. Look out for our
Spring demo road tour round the UK! We look forward
to meeting new and existing customers then.”
The company currently has an extensive range of
used machinery for interested customers, including:
JLG660SJ Articulated Boom, Aerial AL22 Truck
Mounted, Multitel MJ201 Truck Mounted and Easylift
R180 Spider Platform, please see this link for details:
https://iasales.co.uk/used-machines
For more information, or to view the product
range, please see the website below or ring
Richard Martin directly:
M 07483 246878
enquiries@iasales.co.uk
service@iasales.co.uk
www.iasales.co.uk
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Hoists Company of the Year
Direct Hoist enters renewables market
n this issue of Building Update, we are
Ipleased to feature Direct Hoist as our Hoist
Company of the Year.
Now in its 11th year, Direct Hoist has been providing
hoists for construction since 2014. As a small, familyowned
business, Direct Hoist has over 40 years of
experience in the industry, offering competitive rates on
hoist hire, installation, servicing and repairs.
At Direct Hoist, the commitment goes far beyond simply
providing equipment – it’s about delivering longterm
value through quality, safety, and expertise, not
competing to be the cheapest. The team takes pride in
doing things right the first time, to the highest standards
and with safety always front of mind.
In addition to equipment rental, Direct Hoist offers
tailored, end-to-end solutions designed to keep a
project running smoothly and safely. From initial
consultation to installation and ongoing support,
every stage is managed by experienced specialists.
Free site visits and expert advice are given to also
ensure the right hoist is selected from the outset,
helping to avoid costly delays or mistakes.
In the construction industry, there can be ebbs and flows
when it comes to periods of high activity and periods of
relative calm that businesses experience. With factors
like economic uncertainty and supply chain issues
affecting performance, Direct Hoist has had to adapt the
business to find new avenues for continued success. We
asked Robert Wilson, Managing Director of Direct Hoist,
if he could expand on what avenues these are, “There
are new opportunities for growth in areas like renewable
energy and infrastructure projects, and with this in
mind, we have added Böcker inclined hoists to our
hire fleet following discussions with many loyal clients,
especially roofing clients.”
The Böcker inclined trailer ladder hoist is a petrolpowered,
trailer-mounted hoist that is highly
versatile. It can be used directly against
a building or scaffold, and features
a tilting basket that allows for safe
transportation of materials onto roofs.
Other key features include a
quick setup process and easy
repositioning, making it ideal for
dynamic work environments. The
system also requires a ground
space of just 5m x 5m, allowing
it to fit comfortably on most sites
without taking up excessive room.
In accordance with health and safety
regulations, hoists must be inspected annually
for goods-only use, and every six months for
passenger and goods use – or each time the hoist
is relocated. When hiring a hoist from Direct Hoist,
customers can be assured of full compliance with these
requirements and the added benefit of direct access to
one of its experienced engineers. This ensures that, in the
unlikely event of a fault, downtime is kept to a minimum.
This is where the Direct Hoist support team truly stands
out. Unlike larger companies where speaking to a
qualified engineer can take days, they fast-track their
customers straight to a technical expert and certified
hoist installer. Direct Hoist’s responsive, hands-on
approach reflects the advantage of working with a
smaller, more personable business – offering a level
of service that’s both efficient and reassuring.
To further meet the demand of its clients, we asked
Rob what does the future hold for the company, and
what are some of their long – or short-term plans,
“Keeping our current fantastic team busy and happy
is a priority whilst also increasing their knowledge
with further training. We will continue to expand and
invest in more hoists, including more Böcker
hoists for the renewables market. We
are also happy to announce that we
have now fitted solar panels to the
workshop roof, and as a result
of this, the company will be
achieving net zero in 2026!”
In closing, we asked Rob
how he felt receiving the
award, “Following on from
achieving Constructionline
Gold membership this year
and gaining Safe Contractor
Accreditation, we are very pleased
to be selected for this award and feel
it reflects our team’s hard work. We are
also seeing this open some new doors into larger
construction firms.”
For more information, please see below:
T 01724 781647
info@directhoist.co.uk
www.directhoist.co.uk
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75 Years of Research & Development have
allowed us to hone our expertise and to
produce design and engineering excellence
W J Horrod Ltd has been manufacturing
equipment for the roofing industry
since 1950. Recognised as the leading
manufacturer for Safety and Efficiency,
Horrods is a family owned business
based in London, as it has been for
its 75 year existence.
SMS Thermostat Control
Bitumen Boilers
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Hinges
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Gold & Wassall have been
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Our team of experts can design and
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T 01827 63391
sales@goldwassallhinges.co.uk
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T 0800 061 4157
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Our industry-leading customers
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www.unisig.com
Safety Consultancy
Manufacturing
DCON Safety Consultants is
committed to understanding
the specific needs, goals, and
desires of each individual client
and project.
T +353 (0)1 611 1556
info@dconsafety.com
dconsafety.com
W J Horrod Ltd has been manufacturing
equipment for the roofing industry since
the late 1950s. Recognised as the
leading manufacturer for Safety and
Efficiency, Horrods is a family owned
business based in London, as it has been
for its 75 year existence.
Contact 020 8539 8746
kim@wjhorrod.co.uk
www.wjhorrod.co.uk
Portable Buildings
Eco-Friendly Plastic Products
ModCon Cabins provides modern,
affordable and bespoke modular
and portable buildings for a
multitude of situations, each one
carefully crafted from new and used
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T 0333 404 8822
modconcabins.co.uk
Kedel Limited is a family business,
founded on ethical and ecologically
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We created our business to
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T 01282 861325
www.kedel.co.uk
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Compliance Solutions
Timber
CheckedSafe was developed
to provide simple and
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solutions that could be tailored
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T 01282 908429
info@checkedsafe.com
www.checkedsafe.com
The Company was founded in
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Machinery
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With 35 years of experience in the
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Independent Access Sales offer
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T 07483 246878
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Eco Clipper offers large electric-powered
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Fixings
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Our Award Winning Solutions are
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Founded in 2018, Olympus Crew has
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