Door Industry Journal - Summer 2014

Also online at: www.dijonline.co.uk industry news “Smart” Thinking! Safe – Simple - Secure See page 46 ON THE BALL IN THE WORLD CUP! Garador customers had an extra bonus in July when they took part in the Garador Fantasy Football Competition! This fun competition involved Garador’s business customers across the UK being given a budget and buying a squad of players to take part. As the contest progressed, participants scored points based on their players’ achievements during the matches and updates to squads were permitted as various countries were steadily eliminated. “It was touch and go to the end, with lots of players vying for the win” said Garador’s Managing Director Simon Hipgrave. “We’ve had a great response to this competition with Garador customers from all over the country playing to win a top prize of £100. The competition was intense with lots of people strategizing and working hard to win right up until the final game” he said. © Image of player from the World Cup England v Italy game by Kieran McManus/BPI/Rex. GARADOR TAKES CYCLISTS FOR A RIDE Garage door manufacturer Garador played its part in a recent major charity cycle ride. Over 500 cyclists turned out to raise funds for the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance by cycling 54 miles from Watchet Harbour on the north Somerset coast down to West Bay on the south. The problem was that most of the riders had arrived at Watchet bringing their bikes by car and trying to get so many riders and bikes reunited with their vehicles 50 miles away was a logistical challenge. Garador decided it was a job for their distribution team. They provided a huge truck for transportation and also devised a unique trailer and pole system so that the bikes could easily be taken into the trailer and firmly secured for the journey. “Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance is a vital charity and we were delighted to be able to assist,” said Simon Hipgrave, managing director of Garador. “It was wonderful to see so many people taking part in this challenging event. It was also a tribute to our distribution team for their expertise in making it all work so smoothly.” Leading garage door maker Garador organised an efficient transport system to reunite hundreds of riders with their cars 50 miles away. RHIANNA NOW WORKS AT TECKENTRUP … Teckentrup’s team has grown with Rhianna Wellings joining the office team. Rhianna is an apprentice and learning all about how to keep on top of administering orders and delivering the outstanding customer service that has built Teckentrup’s enviable reputation in the industry. “The Teckentrup office is a lively and busy place, so it’s a great opportunity for me to pick up new skills and be part of a professional team” said Rhianna. Rhianna is also rather thrilled to have just passed her driving test at the first attempt! For details of the Teckentrup garage door range call on 01925 924050 or email jim@teckentrupdepot.co.uk