Door Industry Journal - Spring 2017

Also online at: www.dijonline.co.uk 28 THE door industry journal spring 2017 industry news NICE BARRIER FOR INVERNESS CASTLE Automation systems experts Nice UK recently provided one of their L-Bar systems for the front entrance of Inverness Castle. The picturesque castle is currently in use as a government building but there are plans to greatly increase the amount of tourists visiting. This meant that extra traffic calming measures were required. Glasgow- based URSA Gates Ltd installed the L-Bar - a sturdy, reliable choice that will withstand heavy use over the years. Designed with strength and ease of installation and maintenance in mind, the Bar range is an integrated system suitable for all traffic control requirements. www.thenicegroup.com BRAND NEW BRAND FOR TECKENTRUP Teckentrup has rebranded its operations under “Teckentrup Door Solutions”. The change reflects the evolution of the business into a solutions provider “Teckentrup produces more than doors. Teckentrup provides solutions!” As part of the rebranding process, Teckentrup Door Solutions set three new standards for its company and products that are aimed at meeting customer needs. Design. Security. Service. Design - We combine functionality and aesthetics. Security - We combine security with safety. Service - We combine speed with reliability. Jim Rodger commented, “The brand will roll out over the coming months and whilst it’s “just a logo” it is symbolic of our approach to the UK market as a solutions provider through customer focused partnerships” For details of Teckentrup Door Solutions call Jim Rodger at Teckentrup UK Limited on 01925 924050 or visit www.teckentrupdepot.co.uk EXOVA APPOINTS NEW OPERATIONS AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR Global testing company Exova has appointed John Stevenson as Operations and Business Development Director for its Fire, Building Products and Certification (FBP&C) business. John joins the company after serving in a variety of senior sales and marketing roles and for the last 15 years he has been Managing Director for Cape and then Promat, as part of the Etex Group. He has strong experience of the fire protection industry in the UK, USA and Middle East and has led several acquisitions. John has an MBA from Cranfield School of Management and also holds a science degree. In this role, John will support the development of the European and Middle East testing businesses and be involved in the execution of the M&A strategy for the global testing business. John will report to Rob Veitch, Managing Director of FBP&C at Exova, and will join the company’s leadership team. Rob Veitch said: “We welcome the addition of John to our senior team; he has an impressive track record of developing businesses and having someone of John’s calibre will be key to delivering our growth strategy.” John Stevenson added: “ I look forward to building on Exova’s existing high levels of performance and technical expertise and supporting the FBP&C teams to continue enhancing the customer experience.” www.exova.com