Door Industry Journal - Spring 2015

Also online at: www.dijonline.co.uk 6 THE door industry journal spring 2015 industry news Membership of the Door & Hardware Federation hits all time high as Hillaldam Coburn are welcomed as 300th member The Door & Hardware Federation (DHF) has welcomed its 300th member as its drive to increase levels of quality, compliance, training and safety in the industry continues. The total membership of the trade federation is at its highest level ever. As the DHF’s rate of growth accelerates, it is confident there will be more than 350 companies in the door, hardware and powered gate sectors in its ranks by the end of the year. “There is an increasing realisation amongst companies that to compete effectively in today’s tough and demanding marketplace, companies must strive to achieve the quality levels already reached by our members,” said DHF executive chairman Bob Perry. “And the best way for them to do that is to seek membership of the DHF and take advantage of the benefits and help that we provide.” The DHF represents the key players in industrial, commercial and garage doors and automated gates, as well as the leading UK manufacturers and suppliers of building hardware, locks and architectural ironmongery. The 300th member to be welcomed into the DHF is Hillaldam Coburn, which supplies sliding door systems. The company has a heritage in manufacturing and product development dating back to 1911. From modest beginnings in South London manufacturing trolley wheels, the company has grown to become a major supplier of sliding gear to a worldwide customer base. It has a history of commitment to quality and technical compliance. The company was one of the first in the industry to have its operating procedures approved under BS EN ISO 9001. A family owned business until 1986, Hillaldam Coburn is now part of JBS Industries. You can read about Hillaldam Coburn’s history at this link http://goo.gl/7yZKkg . Said Hillaldam Coburn director Bernard Houghton: “We’re committed to adherence to standards and legislation. So it’s vital that we belong to the leading trade body to gain access to its extensive knowledge base on technical issues, the latest standards and new legislation. The DHF will also provide us with valuable technical back up. “Equally important is the fact that DHF actually helps to frame the European standards and legislation that impact on our industry. So DHF membership gives us a voice in Europe and helps ensure that the interests of UK based companies like ourselves are being well looked after.” To find out how to become a member of the DHF, or to learn more about the benefits of specifying from DHF members, visit the website: www.dhfonline.org.uk . PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS WITH OUR HELP Low Cost and Free Publicity - You can benefit from some help in promoting your business, its products and services on the Door Industry Journal Blog at an incredibly low price (typically £30) towards our page creation and layout costs. But if you advertise with us, you will receive the publicity absolutely free of charge (see below). Extra benefits for our advertisers - If you take display advertising or product and literature features in our printed and online publications, you will also qualify for regular free postings on the Door Industry Journal Blog while you continue to advertise with us. Email your articles to: mail@doorindustryjournal.co.uk Visit our Blog to see the kind of publicity we provide: www.doorindustryjournal.blogspot.com BLOGGING