33 THE door industry journal summer 2023 Also online at: www.dijonline.co.uk Industry News Train with Ellard and Become an Expert Ellard offers all of its customers a range of interactive training sessions. Led by their technical team of industry experts, training sessions will answer all questions you may have to help you become an expert in Ellard’s products. What is being offered? Every training session is bespoke to the customer and their needs. Whether you’re looking for a general overview of the products or in-depth technical training, these sessions a truly customisable and tailored to you. Ellard prides itself on being the only company in the UK to offer products to suit the smallest blind to the largest industrial roller shutter, and they want their training to reflect that. Sessions are offered in all of the specialities, covering Industrial, Garage, Gates & Barriers, Blinds and Sliding doors. Why train with Ellard? Training is seen as an investment in its customers, therefore all sessions are completely free of charge. But what are the other benefits of training with Ellard? • Improves your product knowledge, and helps you and your customers. • Builds your confidence in Ellard’s products. • Less time is spent on site, which means cost savings for you. • Foster an ongoing relationship with the team. Changes to training. All training sessions are now held solely on Wednesdays and can host up to eight people at a time. This allows the provision of a pre-booking service to easily find a date further in advance that works for you. How to book a session. If you are interested in training with Ellard you can book your session here. If you have any questions about the training offered at Ellard please feel free to call. Alternatively, you can email at lesliep@ellard.co.uk . SWS UK’s Parent Company Acquires Italian Pergola Manufacturer StellaGroup, the parent company behind leading manufacturer SWS UK, has recently announced the acquisition of Pratic, an Italian manufacturer of pergolas and awnings. Pratic, which employs 300 people in the Friuli region of Northern Italy, specialises in the design and manufacture of pergolas and awnings and has been trading for over 60 years. Generating 40% of its sales abroad, PRATIC is a recognised brand that embodies the quality of its products and services to a customer base of professional installers. This latest acquisition is a further testament to StellaGroup’s stability and resilience in what remains challenging economic times. Indeed, both StellaGroup and Pratic hope that the merger will see them become one of Europe’s leading manufacturers of outdoor and sun protection products. StellaGroup now boasts a presence in multiple European countries, including France, Germany, The Netherlands, Great Britain, and now Italy. Divided into three groups; Window Closure, Access and Outdoor, it achieved a turnover of 642 million Euros in 2022 and to date, employs 2500 people. Like SWS UK, Pratic will invariably feel the benefits of being part of such a strong and dynamic group. Amongst other things, StellaGroup companies enjoy access to shared expertise, group buying power, and a connected association with an established and thriving business.
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