Also online at: www.dijonline.co.uk 16 THE door industry journal summer 2022 Industry News Steel Door Manufacturer, Strongdor Makes FIT Show Debut! Strongdor made their debut appearance at the 2022 Fit Show in May, alongside their new mascot Theodor! Theodor won over the crowds, featuring in hundreds of selfies and even attending the PiG’s party hosted on the late-night Wednesday! Those lucky enough to spot Theodor at the show could claim a key to try it in the lock on their stand and see if they could crack the lock! Congratulations to the lucky winners Wendy Pratley from L P Window Controls Ltd, Sophie Elliot from Allports Group and Marc Flynn from Smart Installations Mids Limited; who chose the right keys, winning a choice of either a trip to Paris, Weber BBQ or Apple watch. During the event, Strongdor offered product demonstrations showcasing their full range of steel doors available including Louvred Doors, Glazed Panel Doors, Fire Doors and Security Rated to PAS 24 and SBD. Offering attendees the chance to get up close with the products and understand what makes a Strongdor truly; Better, Faster and Stronger! Business Development Director, Leon White shares: “We thoroughly enjoyed exhibiting at the FIT Show for the very first time. The highlight for me was definitely getting back out face to face and meeting so many interesting businesses.” A Lancashire-based manufacturer which is passionate about delivering outstanding products, high-quality service and making life easier for the installer. Strongdor offers a complete range of steel doors including personnel doors, fire exits, security rated and even acoustic doors. Based at their 44,500 SqFt manufacturing facility in Lancashire, Strongdor manufactures precision-built steel doors, consistently checked at every stage for build quality and finish. Strongdor has been accredited as a member of Made in Britain. Strongdor’s adoption of the official, protected mark will help buyers recognise its products as high quality, innovative and British-made. The mark also lets customers know that Strongdor is a trusted company that values transparency, sustainability and ethical business practices. Consumers are increasingly recognising the Made in Britain mark as a mark of confidence. As part of Strongdor’s commitment to transparency, they have opened up their factory in a 360-degree virtual factory tour, available to view on their website. Enabling customers to navigate around the factory to go behind the scenes and watch how and where their doors are made. Managing Director, Tim Devenish said: “As a manufacturer, we are continually looking to deliver excellence. Excellence in manufacturing, excellence in the sourcing of raw materials and excellence in customer service and experience. Having moved to our new manufacturing facility in 2021, our production capacity has more than tripled, enabling us to deliver industry-beating lead times and unrivalled quality.” Offering lead times of custom steel doors as fast as 7 working days, let Strongdor be your competitive advantage. For more information visit www.strongdor.com Strongdor Walk Away Victorious, Winning Medium Business of the Year! Steel door manufacturer Strongdor celebrated success by walking away victorious as winners of Medium Business of the Year at the Red Rose Awards 22. Held at the Winter Gardens in Blackpool, the Red Rose Awards saw over 1,000 Lancashire businesses gather together, to celebrate the best of the best in a glittering ceremony on 9th June. Businesses from the length and breadth of the county vied for titles across a range of categories, with only the best of the best, as selected by a panel of expert judges, progressing through to the shortlist and a rigorous interview stage before being rewarded for their excellence. Managing Director, Tim Devenish said: “We are all delighted to have been awarded the prestigious honour. Having moved to our new manufacturing facility in 2021, our production capacity has more than tripled and our staff numbers have almost doubled. Without the continued dedication of our team who strive to maintain our mission, our journey would not have been possible.” The judges were impressed by continual investment and drive during Covid, including the opening of a new 44,500 Sq Ft
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