fencing & landscaping news - april 2010 (fn0410)

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april 2010issue 169

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contentsRINGFENCED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9

WHATS ON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

COMPANY NEWS . . . . . . 12, 14, 16, 18-22, 27, 31, 49, 53, 57, 67-68

NEWS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13, 23, 37, 54-55, 63, 65

HEALTH AND SAFTEY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

LANDSCAPING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24, 39

CONTRACTOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28, 46-47, 50 - 51, 56, 59, 73,

WHAT’S ON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29, 62

COMPANY PROFILE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32-33, 36, 66, 74-75

TRAINING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

TIMBER UPDATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38, 64

TIMER YARD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

NEW PRODUCTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45, 52

INDUSTRY UPDATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

MACHINERY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60-61, 69-72

FENCING PEOPLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76-79

BUYERS GUIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80-82

MANAGING DIrector/eDItor Simone Gallon Tel: 01274 610 101 [email protected]

AssIstANt eDItor Lucie Carter Tel: 01274 610 101

FeAture WrIters Chris Berry, Peter Mepsted, Victoria Poolman, Terry Charles

sAles/subscrIptIoNs MANAGer Ben Walton Tel: 01274 610 101 [email protected]

ADvertIsING AccouNt MANAGers Nicola Robson [email protected] Tel: 01274 610 101

DesIGN James Ockelford

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Welcome to the APRIl edItIon I hope you all have had a good winter and are looking forward to a wonderful and prosperous spring! Here’s hoping the weather picks up for us!

We are exhibiting at quite a lot of shows this year which I hope some of you can come and visit. We are at the Yorkshire Show, APf, British Beef event, GLEE and of course Driffield. We are holding the fencing competition there and are still waiting for you to make your entries and come and compete. There’s over £1,500 worth of prize money up for grabs, see pages 10 and 62 for more details.

In time of recession we have to look at our businesses and rein in costs but also look outside the box! People at home are looking at the same things so M&M Timber came up with grow your own veg boxes which are now flying out of the door, so well done to them for trying something new. If we can come up with more ideas like that it would increase our productivity and profit! See page 21 more details.

They do say you should never talk about politics but the election is looming and all I am going to say on this subject is PLEASE vote! We can’t moan about the state of the country if we never take five minutes to vote! By the time the next edition is out we could hopefully have a new leader! Guess who I am voting for?

Don’t forget the golf day which is held on the 6th of May at Henley-in-Arden golf club, a chance for a great bacon buttie, playing 18 holes and a delicious dinner afterwards! We look forward to seeing you there!

Kind Regards Simone [email protected]

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Last year the Midland timber products giant gained the sole UK distribution rights to the highly respected Euro brands Hillhout, Holgard and Outdoor Life Products, a move that secures a complete one stop shop solution for the entire garden and leisure industry.

The garden and leisure sector accounts for more than a third of M&M Timber’s annual turnover. In recent years the company has signed up well over 300 independent retail garden centres and the number continues to grow in proportion to record year on year sales.

Much of the recent growth in sales can be attributed to M&M Timber’s remarkable success through the nation’s preoccupation for self sufficiency, with an unprecedented demand for its extensive range of grow-your-own products. Joining the popular ‘Veggibeds’ this year will be the new Bayton Greenhouse range, cold frames, herb troughs and grow bag stands, which already feature in major DIY stockists and promise to take M&M Timber’s sales targets to even higher levels.

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A Programme Officer has been appointed to help steer a £3million funding programme in Yorkshire and Humber that will help farmers, foresters and growers develop their skills and enhance their profitability .

LandSkills Yorkshire and Humber, managed by Lantra Sector Skills Council, has appointed Dr Edward Wallington to work with Programme Manager, Julie Hamilton, to help businesses access up to 70% funding towards a wide variety of training activities.

Edward, a former Programme and Business Development Manager at the forestry Commission, brings a wealth of project management experience to his role. He commented: “I am really pleased to be joining the programme. It is so important that agricultural and forestry businesses keep developing their skills and stay abreast of industry development. LandSkills Yorkshire and Humber represents a real opportunity for rural businesses to do this through affordable and flexible training and

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skills development activities.”

Since the project began in summer 2008 almost 3000 people have benefited from the 70% funding available. To date LandSkills Yorkshire and Humber has funded high level technical training such as agronomy and supported discussion groups and supported study tours.

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Toolstation has recently opened ‘Clearance Corner’, a Sales Counter offering end of line and clearance products at heavily discounted prices, opposite the already established Warehouse Counter in Bridgwater .

The opening of the Clearance Store extends Toolstation’s commitment to offering high quality products and service at low cost trade prices. Toolstation offers a multi-channel purchasing platform giving customers the choice of either visiting one of over 60 Sales Counters or ordering from the catalogue directly.

Clearance Corner is open seven days a week from 8am until 6pm Monday until Saturday and 9am until 4pm on Sundays. The store is located on Express Park in Bridgwater, a mile from Junction 23 of the M5.

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Not content with donating £1,500 and fencing materials in support of a local conservation project, an intrepid team from the Sheffield-based manufacturer, Gripple put their backs into making it happen!

Over a wet week, the team erected more that 150 metres of fencing, employing the unique Gripple wire joiner, and planted some 400 young hedgerow trees on the Carr House Meadows Nature Reserve, which is one of Sheffield Wildlife Trust’s projects.

Situated on the River Don corridor just outside Wharncliffe Side, the reserve is a rare example of unimproved grassland, untreated by artificial fertilisers and pesticides, and a reminder of how the farmed landscape used to be. The Wildlife Trust has been working to replant and rejuvenate the meadows which are rich in wildlife and wildflowers and the new stock proof

fence will protect the fledgling trees from grazing animals while the species-rich hedgerow becomes established.

John Paul Ward, River Don manager at Sheffield Wildlife Trust, said: “We are extremely grateful to Gripple for their contribution towards this project, particularly for their ‘people power’, which will make the meadows more welcoming to wildlife and bring people closer to nature.”

five hundred pounds of the cash donation came from Gripple’s charity committee which supported almost 50 different charities during 2009.

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The British Standards Institute (BSI) awarded BALI the ISO9001 accreditation for the association’s high levels of quality working procedures . As an indication of BALI’s continuing commitment to deliver quality support and services to its membership; BALI has worked

over the last 8 months to develop internal systems to ensure the standard of the services provided .

BALI Chairman Richard Gardiner commented ‘This is a very proud moment for BALI, this achievement is a symbol of BALI’s commitment to continually improving its internal

ConFor has set out the opportunities and challenges presented by the transition to a low-carbon economy, and highlighted the particular need to drive up supplies of wood .

Launching Confor’s business plan for 2010-13, chairman, Colin Mann, said, “Our industry is entering a period of great change and the role of Confor is now more necessary than ever in order to represent our members and help in the process of maximising the wide range of opportunities ahead for forestry and timber-based businesses.

“We have firmly entered the age of the low-carbon economy and the sector has a huge amount to offer in

terms of climate change mitigation, use of low-carbon products, sustainable economic growth, as well as, environmental biodiversity and the attraction of our forests for recreation.”

Understanding and influencing the transition to a low-carbon economy and addressing potential supply and demand imbalances are among the issues identified as key to supporting sustainable forestry and wood-using businesses in the UK and the comprehensive range of environmentally positive benefits which forests and timber provide.

Colin added, “It is important to ensure that we are planting sufficient

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Architectural metal roofing and cladding company T R Freeman has been awarded the third phase of an award winning housing development .

The company has already completed on the first two phases of Accordia in Cambridge. And that work helped the development win the RIBA Stirling prize, Britain’s premier architectural award, this time last year. The work for Redeham Homes will see T R freeman install an additional £200,000 of copper cladding; the work of which has already begun on site. Managing director Gary Webb said: “We have always thought of Accordia as a very special development, right from the very beginning. When it won the RIBA Stirling prize in 2008 that confirmed what we knew. We’re now delighted to be working on the third phase of the project, after successfully completing the first two phases.”

T R freeman Ltd was formed more than 120 years ago and is now part of the well-known Kershaw Group. The group, which employs 183 people and has a turnover of £40 million is heavily involved in the local community, including a record-breaking 10 year sponsorship of Cambridge United’s away shirts.

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BAlI AWARded As A sIGn of Its QUAlItY PRocedUResstandards and procedures for the long term benefit of the membership. Achieving this astandard serves as recognition for the Board of Directors vision of the associations future.’

Part of this process ensures the association must continually look to measure, maintain and improve the management systems on an on going basis, BALI will be assessed continually to ensure standards are still met. ISO 9001 is one of the world’s most established quality frameworks, currently being used by around 897,000 organisations in 170 countries worldwide, and sets the standard not only for quality management systems, but management systems in general. It helps all kinds of organisations to succeed through improved customer satisfaction, staff motivation and continual improvement.

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forest, as well as tackling unmanaged woods, in order to meet future demand on a sustainable basis.”

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Keywood is modified timber and is the latest product to be launched by timber preservation and fire retardant specialists Arch Timber Protection . It has been developed to provide a building material with the widest range of possibilities and uses only natural Bio-Resins and sustainable timbers .

Keywood, developed to capitalise upon the natural benefits of Radiata Pine, produces a versatile, durable and sustainable building material. It can be used both indoors and outdoors, either with or without a coating. The process imbues Keywood with improved dimensional stability and creates design flexibility benefits when used with other building materials. It retains all of the versatility of the Radiata Pine and can be machined

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Keywood has long term performance properties with Durability Class 1 providing up to 60 years service life.

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Brooks were asked to produce a range of forged components for a valued client who is installing fencing panels at a prestigious inner city centre site in London .

The 144 x 2m long panels were made up of 12 individual components, which were drawn up by their graphic designer using their in-house CAD/CAM facility from an existing fence panel supplied by the client. All components went through their approval process prior to the products going into production. Using their Solid Works design programme, a Solid Cam model was created of all of the components. After approval, this was then transferred directly to a vertical machining centre within the Brooks tool-room, keeping tool making cost to a minimum and reducing lead times.

Company spokesman Denis Villa stated that this technology enables the company to attract increasing numbers of extensive contracts in the ironwork business. The panels, which were made from forged mild steel, included scrolls and rings in 20 x 10mm, multi punched rails in

50 x 10mm and 25mm square for the railheads and railheads on bar. Other components included; collars, spacer bars and backstays. The punched rails involved several departments within the Brooks manufacturing facility. Punching, machining to mill the ends of some of the bars to provide a step to sit on joining brackets and drilling to provide access for fixing bolts on site. An initial supply was delivered to site which enabled the components to be assembled and installed with additional supplies planned at convenient intervals throughout the length of the project. Another quality product manufactured on behalf of our client, and it looks just great.

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William T . Eden has announced the arrival on the UK market of “ARANYA”™, a decorative veneered panel that ticks all the sustainable and environmental boxes . Every wood component in the product is PEFC certified; your guarantee of legality and sustainability .

The PEfC MDf core of ARANYA™ is bonded with adhesive that contains NO added formaldehyde, ideal for hospitals, museums and art galleries, where formaldehyde is a sensitive issue. The PEfC certified real wood veneer is of oak or walnut, pre-stained and pre-lacquered in the factory to give a superlative range of 7 consistent colour ways, beautifully finished to perfection and protected by an ‘easy peel’ protective polythene film.

The concepts of certified sustainability,

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The Get Britain Building (GBB) campaign has thrown its weight behind a new report, produced by the Cut the VAT Coalition- on the effect of cutting VAT for housing repair, maintenance and improvement (RMI) as an important first step in convincing the Treasury to take action to improve demand and employment in the building industry .

The ‘Opportunities and Costs of Cutting VAT: The effects of selected reductions in the rate of VAT on the labour element of housing repair, maintenance and improvement’ report identifies the following opportunities for the Government;

• To create 55,000 new jobs in the first year of a VAT cut

• free up £450m per annum for renovations on social housing

• Bring 19,000 social houses back into use per year

• See sustainability improvements to 174,000 private domestic properties

• Reduce housing carbon emissions by up to 337,000 tonnes

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The Opportunities report, published at the House of Commons in february, estimates that the cost of this to Government could be as little as £102m per annum – equivalent to a quarter of the Car Scrappage Scheme; only twice the recent Boiler Scrappage Programme and representing only a mere 0.01% of the resource so far committed to the bailing out the banks.

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zero formaldehyde, and consistent pre-finishing are not new in isolation but never before have all of them been available in a single product. ARANYA™ combines highly advanced production technology in a product that is as easy to use as ordinary wood. Only William T. Eden can offer this product in the United Kingdom.

For further information visit www .edens .co .uk/ARANYA

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dRIffIeld shoW lAUnch theIR VeRY oWn foRestRY, fencInG & ReneWABle AReA shoW dIRectoR dAVId tIte tAlKs ABoUt the lAUnch of the neW sectIonsLast edition we touched on the fact that Driffield Show may be launching a Forestry, Fencing and Renewable section, which has recently been fully approved by the committee .

David Tite told us how pleased he was, “This is a fantastic opportunity for the show to build this area year on year. This new area will add 20,000 square metres to the show’s site and half a kilometer of trade stands. The areas will exhibit all aspects of forestry, including demonstrations from axe teams, chainsaw carvings and chainsaw tree felling. Woodmizer will be exhibiting and demonstrating their powerful machines as well.”

Along side the new additions there will be a dedicated fencing and Landscaping section which will again hold the 2nd UK fencing Competition and have plenty of space for fencing News clients to exhibit and sponsor. The renewable section will showcase environmental issues stands from suppliers of Biomass, solar wind charts.

David Tite added, “Driffield Show is one of the largest one day shows in the North, and this new area will definitely attract more visitors which is exactly what exhibitors

are looking for. Last years event welcomed a record 31,000 visitors through its gates.

David concluded, “I would like to thank Simone and her team for introducing the fencing area at last years show as this highlighted to the Society what a huge level of interest exists in this area”.

If you would like to exhibit at the Forestry and Renewable sections please call the Society Office on 01377 257494 or email office@driffieldshow .co .uk

For further details on the UK Fencing competition please call Simone on 01274 610101 or email simone@fencing-news .co .uk

Building on the success of last year’s Glee, many leading garden and leisure brands have confirmed that they will be returning to Glee 2010 with expanded stand spaces and bigger plans than in previous years . Many more have also rebooked after a successful Glee 2009, and even more key names are set to return having missed last year’s show .

Key brands such as Gardman, Bosmere, Handy Distribution, Dutch Imports, fallen fruits, Norfolk Leisure, Rondeau Leisure and Bonnington Plastics are just some of the suppliers that have all confirmed their attendance at September’s show (20-22 September, NEC

Birmingham), with stand expansion ranging from 50sq m to a huge 200sq m of extra space.

Bosmere, the leading supplier of garden care accessories is one of those that has increased its presence at the show. Tony Dedman, CEO of Bosmere explains: “Glee is the key event for us. We’ve been attending since we began 30 years ago and we intend to keep returning year after year! Last year we launched over 100 new products at the show and our stand was packed full of customers new and old throughout all three days of the show. We’re looking to build on this success by adding an additional 100m to our

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stand for this year so we can launch even more products to the market, as well as offering more space for a breakout area for customers and meetings.”

Key brands returning to Glee having missed last year’s show include Tenax, Graf Limited, Bramblecrest, Whitefurze, Jonart and Grakka; whilst companies rebooked after a successful Glee 2009 include Burgon & Ball, Town & Country, Westland, fiskars, The Stewart Company, Briars, Taylors Bulbs, M & M Timber, Kelkay, Woodlodge and Draper Tools.

Daniel Thurlow, Glee show director said: “We are delighted to see so

many brands returning in 2010. We want suppliers to use Glee to its full potential and in a way appropriate to their business needs, which is why we don’t cap anyone’s stand size at Glee. The show is a great opportunity to present wide ranges of product and merchandising ideas to an audience of engaged buyers. The fact that many are increasing their presence with us is a positive sign for the industry. It shows confidence for the year and is a genuine endorsement of Glee.”

For more information about Glee 2010 call 01923 690 663 or visit www .gleebirmingham .com

Mike Ford - Winners of last years competition


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Grange Fencing, which turns over £33m and supplies almost 3,000 miles of fencing per year, has been concentrating on building stock and investing in extra storage capacity and more flexible manufacturing . This includes bringing 40% of the manufacturing of the recently acquired Metpost back from the Far East to a new factory at Grange’s Telford base, which will enable them to be supplied just in time .

“Our number one priority is service and we aim to deliver in full, on time, every time,” said Mr Hill. “So we decided to work between Christmas and New Year, rather than have our usual two-week shutdown. We’re now holding more stock of finished product and components than ever before because I think there’s going to be a supply chain crunch.”

Mr Hill believes that destocking throughout the supply chain, coupled

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with recent closures of European mills specialising in fencing components, could lead to shortages and that merchants and retailers who leave ordering for Easter to the last minute could come unstuck; “If a retailer or

merchant doesn’t have it when he wants it, he can’t sell it,” he said. “The most important challenge for the fencing industry is to gear up for Easter so as to run through the peak season without any fall-off in quality

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EFIA launch a FREE option for any business in the fencing industryto place job vacancies or seek work

A new option available to all in the fencingindustry is now available from the EFIA website at http://www.efia.co.uk that is now thealternative URL of http://efia.fences.org.

Although originally developed for EFIAmembers only, it is felt that in these difficulttrading days, the Association should assistthe industry as a whole where it can andneedless to say, including the smaller fenceinstaller who has always been recognised byEFIA.

Not only can a vacancy be advertised butfirms looking for work can now advertise theiravailability – useful to sub-contractors.

As a guide, a number of model vacancies arepresently shown on the website and will givea good idea to anyone not previously makingsuch calls in the past.

The EFIA webmaster will check all entriesand, if considered necessary, suggest analternative wording to make theadvertisement more clear.Unless minor, the advertiser will be contacted to agree to the change.

Unfortunately offering a free service is alwaystaken by a few ‘comics’ as a way of makingspoof entries but it is anticipated that theeditor will weed-out such foolishness and notallow publication.[Since it is now possible to trace the sender of suchspoofs, it will not be too difficult to identify a persistentoffender and take remedial action.]

The advertiser is expected to contact theeditor when a vacancy or application hasbeen filled so that it may be archived andremoved from the website.In any event, the advertisement may beremoved after THREE MONTHS.

EFIA understands that the new FencingPortal will also make this service availablethrough their site that resulting fromunfortunate delays, it is now expected to belaunched in late April/early May.From what we have seen, this website will beof significant benefit to all that register therewith its regularly updated news items.Like the Job Vacancies option on the EFIAweb, this new Fencing Portal will be open toall and offering freely available opportunitiesas well as other fee paying opportunitiesnecessary to support the costs involved.

It is anticipated that existing EFIA membersonly will be the first to ‘sign-up’ and give asignificant database of firms that will ‘iron out’any ‘bugs’ that all new webs seem to incurdespite the best of efforts by all involved.However, you can always [email protected] to pre-register.


Warwickshire-based Cotswold Decorative Ironworkers have played a major role in the refurbishment of one of the country’s leading historic parks following a £2 million grant from the National Lottery Fund .

The company was involved in the refurbishment of iron gates and fencing at the Grade II listed Capability Brown-designed, Langley Park in Buckinghamshire. The Park and its 18th century mansion, which isn’t currently open to the public, are owned by Buckinghamshire County Council.

CDI was sub-contracted by UPM Tilhill in the £85,000 project; classic parkland railings were installed and gates restored. CDI blacksmiths built 1,200 metres of estate fencing with 14 access kissing gates around the Arboretum and walled garden. The original entrance gates to Langley Park were taken away for restoration and then refitted. Hughie Powell says: “Our craftsmanship will stand the test of

time – the estate fencing and kissing gates will still be in place during the next century.”

The historic medieval parkland at Langley Park was once the location of huge roaming deer herds as part of a royal manor administered by a succession of monarchs since the 13th century. Buckinghamshire County Council has been working with partners on practical management and conservation, improving access and recreational opportunities - and securing a better understanding of Langley Park’s history and the many areas of horticultural interest in the park. As well as the walled arboretum and azalea-filled Temple Gardens there are fine examples of veteran oak and lime trees in the 130-acre park.

forestry management has been a key feature of the project and final elements of the softwood ‘nursery crop’ have been felled leaving the young oak trees to develop and mature.

Trees have been removed where they were dying, diseased or dangerous, these tended to be self-sown and included historically incorrect species or those competing with an original veteran tree.

The HLf grant will support the project gardeners for five years and as a self-financing enterprise, the Country Park team hopes that after this period the support for the Park will be strong enough to maintain their presence beyond the grant. Meanwhile, Cotswold Decorative Ironworkers is becoming first choice for companies looking for classic and modern design in ironwork; It was chosen recently by the British Association for Shooting and Conservation (BASC), to design,

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produce and install a 10-metre footbridge over a watercourse at Marford Mill, its new communications centre at Rossett near Wrexham.

For more information visit www .cd-ironworkers .co .uk

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If so, contact us.

Telephone: 0845 873 2990Fax: 0845 873 2991


Workers are being warned not to operate telehandlers if the right-hand side window is missing or broken, following a fatal incident . A 36-year-old man was apparently leaning through the broken window aperture when he was crushed by the descending boom . It is the third such fatal accident in the last seven years .

The side window on telehandlers (or variable reach trucks) is designed to prevent operator access to the boom. If the glass screen is broken or missing, operators may be tempted to lean out of the window aperture, for instance to adjust a mirror, and may inadvertently lower the boom onto themselves without being able to stop it.

The Health and Safety Executive has issued a Safety Notice recommending that machines in this condition be removed from use until the window has been replaced, and reminding users of their duty to carry out daily checks of the truck which should include the condition of the cab windows.

The Safety Notice can be viewed at http://www .hse .gov .uk/safetybulletins/telehandlers .htm

For more general information on safety workplace transport, construction, agriculture and quarries visit www .hse .gov .uk

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A company was today fined for safety offences after a young boy was crushed to death by electrically powered gates .

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) brought the prosecution following the death of nine-year-old Jason Keet on 13 April 2006. He died when his head was crushed by the gates at the entrance to a private block of flats in Balcombe Road, Poole, Dorset.

The young Bournemouth boy arrived to visit his grandparents with his mother when he tried to open the electric gates at the entrance to the block of flats. He got out of the car, put his arm and upper body around the gate pillar and pressed the button on the inside, meant for use by people leaving the block of flats on foot.

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opening narrowed, and his head was crushed between the gate and the brick pillar.

faulkner Gates Limited, of The Hundred, Romsey, Hampshire, had previously pleaded guilty and was fined £80,000 and ordered to pay costs of £40,000. The firm was charged with breaches under Section 3 (1) of the Health and Safety at Work (HSWA) etc. Act 1974, following the incident.

Speaking after the hearing, the prosecuting HSEP Inspector, Stephen Hanson-Hall, said: “Jason was on his way to see his grandparents, and was simply trying to help his mum by opening the gates. There is no way he could have been expected to understand the risks created by the design of these gates.”

“Had the company undertaken a suitable and sufficient risk

assessment, and communicated its findings with the other companies involved in the design and installation of the gates, it is unlikely this tragedy would have happened. Where several organisations are involved in design and construction projects, they must cooperate and communicate effectively with one another to control risks to the public.”

“This is a tragedy that should never have happened. We cannot emphasise enough the importance of taking into account safety risks, to prevent another family going through the ordeal of losing a loved one - especially one so young, who should have had the whole of his life to look forward to.”

Further information can be found at www .hse .gov .uk .

that there was a gap large enough for him to get between the edge of one of the gates and a brick pillar. Because Jason had reached through to press the button, his head and upper body were in this gap when the gates started to move, the

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ArcelorMittal Sheffield has been associated with the production and sales of high quality wire fencing for over 25 years . Their stock fencing is all made with truly centreless cores which allows for an easy roll out and deep crimps in the horizontal wires to allow for expansion, contraction and erection . Their most significant innovation has been to manufacture all their barbed wire and stockfencing from 2Life wire which is guaranteed to last at least twice as long as wire heavily galvanised to BS EN 10244 Class A . They are the only UK manufacturer to offer wire fencing made from such a high quality wire .

All of the Estate Brand High Tensile fencing is also manufactured with 4Life top and bottom wires in addition to the factory fitted Gripples on each roll. It is accepted that these two wires undergo the most work in a fence from a weather corrosion viewpoint. This wire is also made with a Zinc/Aluminium Alloy coating, but with a greater coating and so is guaranteed to offer 4 times the life of heavily galvanised wire.

The increase in the specification of these wires, is at no increased cost to the consumer. The aim is to reduce the cost to the farmer and contractor alike offering a high quality fence, with ease of erection and now an even longer guarantee on the life of the wire with the High Tensile fencing.

The current forecast in the marketplace is for price rises due to increased input costs for the raw materials used in making steel. Coke, Iron Ore and Zinc are all dramatically increasing in price now and over the coming months. Now, more than ever it is cost effective to use Estate products as they will give a longer life, but also will be easy, quick and reliable to erect.

For more information, call us on 0114 239 2601 or email at fencingsales@arcelormittal .com

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• Oak & Softwood Timber for sale

• 2 years air dried squared edged oak in stick

• 25,000 2ft by 2 inch by 2 inch

• Softwood untreated pointed pegs

All offers considered

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A & P FENCING(UK) LIMITED

We manufacture quality waney panels, feather edge panels, trellis, gates picket fencing also concrete

posts and gravel boards.

We deliver nationwide with our own vehicles, for a friendly competitive service phone 0121 323 2690

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A J Charlton & Sons Ltd were recently invited to attend the Royal Warrant Holders Trade Fair at Buckingham Palace . The event was organised by The Royal Warrant Holders Association and was the very first of its kind .

There are over eight hundred Royal Warrant Holders nationally but only one hundred could attend the fair. Charltons were delighted and honoured to be one of the hundred and those who attended represented a huge cross-section of trade and industry; other attendees including British Sugar, Jaguar Land Rover and fortnum & Mason.

The location of the event was very special to say the least. The surroundings were quite understandably inspiring. Michael Charlton was on hand to discuss the latest company and product developments with HM The Queen (obviously not the lady featured in the picture). Unfortunately Michael isn’t able to share the exact nature of the discussion, although we’re sure he would love to!

A J Charlton & Sons have supplied

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gates and fencing to the Sandringham Estate for many years and have been Royal Warrant Holders for over fifteen. Royal Warrants are a mark of recognition to people or companies who have supplied goods or services

for at least five years to HM The Queen, HRH The Duke of Edinburgh or HRH The Prince of Wales. In December 2009, A J Charlton & Sons were granted a further five year extension period through their

continued supply of gates and fencing to the Royal Household.

Tel 01373 812501 Email info@charltons .net

Michael Charlton at the RWHA Christmas Fair


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Calders & Grandidge whose name is synonymous with the supply of top notch pressure creosoted fencing and gates for the equestrian and agricultural markets, is very pleased to appoint Matthew Nice of MW Nice Ltd as a stockist / distributor in the Newmarket area .

Matthew has extensive experience in the equestrian fencing industry having worked as a front line fence erector in this sector for many years. As a stockist and distributor, Matthew fills a much needed niche in the Calders supply chain.

Based in Boston, Lincs, Calders & Grandidge make regular deliveries to the Newmarket and surrounding areas, but Matthew’s presence allows customers to collect any last minute requirements – a few extra posts or rails etc – without having to wait for a direct delivery, or take the lengthy drive to Boston. Customers in the area have welcomed this initiative, and there is no doubt that additional untapped business will result from this venture.

Matthew can be found at MW Nice Ltd, Brickfield farm, Culford, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP28 6UD, telephone no 01284 728484, and Calders would be pleased to hear from other potential stockists in the Lambourne or surrounding areas.

On the innovative front, Calders

recently supplied 100 new 9.0m pressure treated poles to the set of the new Harry Potter film, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallow, in Leavesden Studios Herts. More details on this to follow!

C&G have also just completed the supply of 100 8.0m pressure creosoted poles for perimeter fencing to a lion rescue centre in Doncaster. We’re not sure at this stage whether the fencing is to protect the public or the lions themselves!

Finally – a message to all customers of timber fencing . Timber is fast becoming the ‘new oil’ as mill output, particularly redwood, is becoming more restrictive . Fortunately, C&G have very strong supply partnerships, but even here prices are rising at an alarming rate . You have been warned!

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The revolutionary Gripple T-Clip, launched recently by the Sheffield-based manufacturer, Gripple Limited, also with a facility in Aurora, Illinois, has been named as one of the top ten new agricultural products to be highlighted at next year’s World Ag Expo in Tulare, California .

The Gripple T-Clip is an innovative, wire-gripping device providing a revolutionary way of starting or terminating a fence. It replaces the time and trouble of knotting or stapling wires at the end post with a fast, simple twist and push action which then secures the wire.

All contractors need to do is push the Gripple T-Clip on to each line wire, wrap the line wire around the post and back into the T-Clip, working for both starts and ends and suitable for wire from 1.80mm - 3.25mm.

A panel of agribusiness professionals from across the United States, including farmers, ranchers and

industry professionals selected the T-Clip from more than 70 entries. Bernie Cargle, chairman of the event, said: “These ten products showed the most potential to advance ag production and have the most potential to power global agriculture.”

Eric Laroche, sales director of Gripple’s agricultural division, said: “This global ‘stamp of approval’ is a tremendous boost for the T-Clip which created a buzz at various UK trade shows. The capability of this innovative end-post terminator adds to the proven efficiency of the Gripple Plus which is already joining and tensioning agricultural and viticultural fencing wires across the world.”

During the expo, which is the largest annual exposition of its kind and estimated to attract 100,000 attendees, the Top-10 new products will be showcased inside then new product pavilion.

The Gripple agricultural division provides a full system, from tensioning

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a traditional field fence to barbed wire and bracing, all tensioned with the Gripple torq tool which optimises the life of fencing.

For more details about the Gripple success story, visit www .gripple .com .


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Nigel and George Poyner

Everything in the garden is coming up roses for Midland garden lifestyle and landscape products specialist M&M Timber Limited . Having achieved a creditable turnover of £3 million in its first year, following change of ownership and restructuring, the company has now more than doubled its turnover and currently ranks as one the country’s foremost manufacturers and suppliers of quality timber products .

Since taking over in 2004, Managing Director Nigel Poyner’s ambitious ‘hands-on’ management style has taken the Midlands timber firm to one of the top suppliers in the fast growing garden and leisure market. During this period M&M Timber products have found their way into over 350 independent garden centres and major retail outlets throughout the country.

Despite the roller-coaster economic climate, M&M Timber has continued to back its business development with a solid investment programme in both plant and skilled personnel. Production capacity at the company’s impressive 22 acre site at Clows Top has been boosted with the introduction of advanced drying kilns for a new Micronised timber preservation process, a fully automated sanding line and heavy duty handling equipment.

Long term plans for the site include extended production facilities and additional storage areas, in line with projected development of new products and subsequent growth in sales. Recruitment is also high on the company’s agenda. This month, M&M Timber took on a further six full time employees to bring its total permanent workforce to more than 70.

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Nigel Poyner: “The garden and leisure sector now accounts for around a third of our annual turnover and can be attributed to the unprecedented demand for our extensive range of grow-your-own products, which have headed

up a nationwide trend for self sufficiency.”

For more information visit www .mmtimber .co .uk

‘Good Life’ sales on the increase

Orders continue to pour in for the ‘Veggiebed’, the latest in raised bed gardening and one of M&M Timber’s surprise sales toppers. Its popularity has set something of a trend, as more and more gardeners adopt a ‘good life’ approach to their outdoor leisure activities.

George and Nigel Poyner


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Jacksons Fencing, one of the leading designers, manufacturer sand suppliers of quality residential, equestrian, agricultural and security fencing, has joined forces with Rutland, one of the market leaders in electric fencing, to add the company’s extensive range of electric fencing products and accessories to the Jacksons portfolio .

Rutland’s electric fencing will be sold via Jacksons usual retail sales operation and will also be available to buy on-line at www.jacksons-fencing.co.uk, one of the leading industry web sites that receives up to 3,000 distinct hits a day. This will provide customers with a complete range of equestrian and agricultural fencing solutions.

Commenting on the introduction of a dedicated range of electric fencing products, CEO Richard Jackson comments, “Jacksons fencing has long enjoyed an established heritage in the equestrian and agricultural fencing sector and our company is renowned for its high quality, 25 year guaranteed timber fencing products. However, we recognised that many of our customers regularly have a requirement for electric fencing, to enable strip grazing or

simply to provide an added barrier to the existing post and rail fencing. It was important for us to identify a product range that matched up to Jacksons’ reputation for excellence and commitment to customer care. Happily, Rutland fencing shares the same values as our business and their outstanding range enables us to offer our equestrian and agricultural customers an unrivalled choice of exceptional products of proven superiority both in terms of performance and longevity.”

Barney Toulson, National Sales Manager from Rutland fencing commented “We have been operating in the electric fencing market for over 30 years and have over 500 retail partners throughout the UK, and like Jacksons, enjoy a loyal following within the equestrian and agricultural community. We are delighted to have the opportunity to extend awareness of our product range via Jacksons fencing’s highly successful retail operation and online presence”.

For more information visit www .jacksons-fencing .co .uk or call 01233 750393

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Griffin, GA, March 10, 2010 – Osmose, Inc ., the premier supplier of wood preservative technologies, is pleased to announce that on March 9th the United States Patent and Trademark Office issued a patent (United States Patent No . 7,674,481) for our micronized copper technology for wood preservation .

This new Osmose patent involves a method for treating wood with different aqueous compositions of particles of copper compounds such as: copper carbonate, basic copper carbonate, or copper hydroxide. The original patent application

was filed in 2003 and has been extensively examined in the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Related micronized patent applications have been examined and granted internationally. Wood products treated with the Osmose MicroPro technology are sold in over 5,000 lumberyards and home centers in the United States. The MicroPro treated wood process is setting Environmental Benchmarks globally and has earned Green Approved Product certification from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Research Center in the USA. MicroPro treated wood products are also being produced

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in Europe and sold worldwide. Osmose will continue to build on its micronized technology and has filed additional patent applications both in the U.S. and in other countries broadly covering the concept of treating wood with micronized particles. Information about Osmose Timber Technologies

Osmose, Inc. is recognised as one of the premier supplier of wood preservative technologies. The company provides innovative wood

preservation and enhancement products, advanced engineering services, and customized marketing services throughout the United States and in more than 70 countries around the world.

For further information regarding MicroPro treated wood products, visit www .osmosewood .com . www .osmose-europe .com

Faulks & Company Ltd were established in the British Agricultural Trade in 1981 selling the now obligatory Rubber Feed skip . Which was followed in the 90’s with Gorilla Tubs® which bought long lasting buckets to sites all over the world . Faulks & Co now decided to offer quality hand tools as part of their growing range, under the Wm .Faulks Brand .

The range is made up of over 60 products which fall into the following groups:

• Shovels, spades and Forks (mostly All Steel)

• Manure, Hay and Bedding Forks

• Cutting and chopping tools

• Hammers and driving tools

• Miscellaneous Tools (inc . Mattocks & Squeegees)

Chris Birch, UK Sales Manager; “Quality has been at the forefront of

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all our development work. We intend to give the same service on tools we give with Tubtrugs®, friendly staff and consistent fast ex-stock deliveries” he added.

Agricultural and contractors tools come in Cool Grey and natural materials such as “Ash Wood” made to last and provide first class value for money. The range will be developed further over the coming months by listening to the Trade and giving them what they want!

For more information visit www .wmfaulks .com


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Market leading Brett Landscaping has launched a new brochure to give consumers inspiration for transforming their outdoor spaces using the company’s paving ranges .

Gardens & Drives is a beautiful piece of free literature aimed at driving sales for stockists and business for installers. The colourful new guide is packed with all the information consumers need when planning landscaping improvements and how to get in touch with a Brett Approved Installer.

Speaking about the new publications, Zack Barrett, Marketing Services Manager at Brett said; “We had a very good response to our last brochure, from both the trade and consumers. Our garden design and landscaping experts have been working hard to create an array of inspiring new designs.”

The new Gardens & Drives brochure shows what options consumers have

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when installing driveways following recent legislation changes, together with details on Alpha Antique flow, a new permeable paving range in the ever popular rustic cobble style.

To download the new Gardens & Drives brochure please visit: www .brett .co .uk/gardensanddrives


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Duralock are market leaders in the field of sports and amenity fencing, with an international clientele from the USA through Europe and the Middle East to Japan, manufacturing in their own facilities and supplying PVC fencing to leading sports clubs, equestrian centres, schools and local authorities. Backed by years of experience and experimentation, with exhaustive trials, Duralock offers only the latest technology,

UV-stabilised PVCu formulation of the highest quality, guaranteed for 15 years. Our material has added impact modifiers and UV inhibitors to protect the PVCu from the sun, giving an attractive, strong system which will not rot, warp, peel or crack. It is strong and durable, yet flexible in the event of collision.

www .duralock .com

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25 YeARs of PlAnt hIRe In noRth eAstchRIs BeRRY tAlKs WIth John BUtteRfIeld

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Geoff ThornTel: 01833 637537Mob: 07860 784904 We are pleased to be associated with

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When you are choosing a company to get involved with there is usually one virtue that everyone looks for – reliability . Up in County Durham, in the North East of England, John Butterfield has been supplying exactly that for 25 years now .

John comes from a farming family. His father ran a dairy farm and his brother now runs a livestock enterprise including beef cattle and sheep. He still helps out occasionally, but it is his own business that takes precedence – a business that he got into through his farming experience.

‘When my brother made the decision to come back to the farm, after his school days, there wasn’t enough work for us both on the farm. I was always more interested in tractors and farm machinery so I started out in plant hire with just one tractor.’

The decision John made was to pay dividends as today his company, which trades as John R Butterfield Ltd, sees him having expanded to a staffing of 23 full-time employees.

‘I started off with one tractor on hire to Durham County Council and today we have 7 tractors on hire to them as well as many JCBs. We have had a few tight times along the way, like any business, but ours is profitable. I never thought, when I started out, that we would expand so much. We have been affected a little by the recession in recent times but it’s just starting to pick up a bit

now. We’ve certainly not suffered as much as others.’

John now runs a fleet of 7 tractors, 9 JCBs, 7 tracked excavators and 4 mini excavators, which his experienced team of operators drives for a number of customers. Durham County Council are still John’s biggest contract and many of his machines are involved on the Highways section of the council. Amongst the other big names in the area are Bullivant’s.

Nine years ago John shifted his tractor brand to Massey ferguson, which are all supplied by local agents Carrs Billington.

‘We started with a fleet of Zetor

tractors then we moved on to Case. I have always tried to find the most reliable tractors on the market and the Massey ferguson range has worked very well for us. Our tractors are usually around 95-100hp.’

John is also very happy with his fleet of JCBs, which he purchases from another local agent – TC Harrison in Sedgefield.

‘The JCBs offer a little more scope on the Highways section for Durham County Council.’

Whilst John’s business has expanded way beyond his expectations when he started, he isn’t really interested in growing any larger.

‘I’m happy with where we have got to in the past 25 years. I really didn’t expect to be in the position we are today.’

As with many employers John talks of increased paperwork and health and safety regulations taking up much more of his time than it all used to – but typically, he faces up to all of it with the same reliability that has been the hallmark of his business for the past 25 years.

For more information contact John Butterfield Mob: 07831 606396

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Rogers Fencing, Penny Royal Sawmill, Crayspond, Pangbourne, RG8 7SD, United Kingdom

For further information please visit are website or call.

Tel 01491680881Web www.rogersfencing.co.uk

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and Tree Steaks • Pressure treatment service

• Professional installation and delivery available

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SEARCH ENGINE OPTIMISATION THURSDAY 29TH A workshop led by Duncan Johnson of Turning Factor.

Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) is the art and science of increasing your website’s visibility to search engines,for those important keywords and phrases that are relevant to your business. The course is a condensed version of the 1-day program and is design to give business owners an introduction and understanding of how search engines work.

GREEN ROOFS & LIVING WALLS THURSDAY 6TH MAY Green Roof Centre, The Innovation Centre, Sheffield

Green roofs and living walls are becoming almost mainstream these days—but there is still a lot to learn. This BALI event will provide designers, landscape architects and contractors with a practical overview of the materials and techniques available to you and your clients.

BALI DESIGNER ASSESSMENT DAY THURSDAY 29TH JUNEThe assessment day is for anyone wishing to achieve Registered Designer Membership status with BALI. You will meet with the design panel who will assess your work and ask you to attend a short interview. Places are limited on this course.

SHOW GARDENS – THURSDAY 16TH SEPTEMBERMark Gregory is a multi award winning designer and contractor, through the workshop he will explain his success in building show gardens and will explain the various stages from planning, building and also the judging process. Mark will also explain how to work with the show organisers, the paperwork and Health & Safety documents and procedures. Topics covered will include costs and budgets, construction techniques and planting design and implementation. Whether you are a designer or contractor considering exhibiting a show garden, this is a ‘must attend’ practical workshop designed to take some of the stress and mystic out of the subject.

BALI DESIGNER PRE ASSESSMENT DAY FRIDAY 22ND OCTOBERThis workshop is specifically aimed at Designers wishing to gain registered Designer status through BALI. This gives you an ideal opportunity to learn more about the BALI Designer Assessment procedure, which you will use as a guide during your first three years of membership, and will lead you to Registered Designer Membership.

For more information on these Workshops please contact Daljeet Billing at BALI on 024 7669 8653 or email dbilling@bali .org .uk

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Log Cabins, Bespoke & Standard RangeWe are currently seeking cabin distributors in selected areas, please call for further details

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Zaun has been specified to provide an innovative new fencing system for the development of a second Olympic standard pitch at Cannock Hockey Club, one of the most successful hockey clubs in the UK .

The fencing solutions specialist was selected as part of the multi-million pound project after manufacturing a brand new and completely unique solution that is specifically designed for hockey pitches.

Paul Painter, MD of Zaun explains: “The majority of hockey clubs nationwide use wooden boards to protect the pitch fencing at ground level from the cannon-like impact the ball makes. However, these boards get broken down quickly and have to be replaced regularly, which is extremely expensive. At Zaun, we have addressed this issue head-on by manufacturing a new hockey fencing system that does away with the

need for wooden boards altogether. Not only does this save money on the initial costs of purchasing and installing the boards, but it also reduces the high costs associated with ongoing maintenance and replacement for the end-user.”

“It was this innovative approach, coupled with our ability to manufacture the panels at our factory in Wolverhampton and first class service commitment that was a

sPecIfIed At cAnnocK hocKeY clUBmajor factor in the tender process for Cannock Hockey Club.”

Zaun’s new ‘Hockey Pitch’ fencing system uses a high density of horizontal wires in a close mesh pattern to ensure the fence can withstand the impact of a hock. Other features include a significant reduction in noise, which is a key consideration when seeking planning permission for a hockey pitch.

Ken Bedford, President of Cannock Hockey Club’s Ground Committee commented: “I would like to thank all at Zaun fencing for the efforts put into the supply and erection of the hockey fence surrounding our new pitch. When commencing this project, I was looking for a fencing system which would be more durable than the traditional type, particularly at each end behind the goals. The Zaun system provided this and more.”

For more information on Zaun and its extensive range of fencing solutions, visit www .zaun .co .uk

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We are pleased to be associated withPark Lane Fencing Ltd

and wish them continued success for the future

Contact Richard CulmTel 0844 8360008Fax 0844 8360009Email [email protected] www.tangorail.com

After 12 years in the business, Park Lane Fencing Ltd in Birmingham really has gone from strength to strength, but just three years ago, its founders Jason Sheward and Matthew Adam dipped their toe in the unfamiliar pool of manufacturing .

Having both begun their fencing careers as “one man bands”, Jason and Matthew were brought together after Jason’s own work became somewhat unmanageable, he tells us: “I had some large contracts in and around Kent, through a motorway maintenance contractor.” This enabled me to expand the business and look to employ another gang to carry out contracts I had in the West Midlands. I knew Mat was in the industry and enlisted his help to carry out a number of jobs for me.

Jason and Matthew have been friends since their school days and although Matthew’s father had been a fencer his whole life, both men have tried and tested other careers, Matthew explains: “I actually did a

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degree in Bio-Medical Science and worked in a hospital down in Oxford when I graduated, and Jason had always worked in the building trade

before we developed the company.”

After only six months working together professionally, Park Lane

fencing Ltd was born.

“We’ve only been at this office for three years, we moved here because

Jason Sheward and Matthew Adam


company profile

we had outgrown our old yard and needed a site with more space and where we could begin manufacturing steel gates and railings for our own work and also look to manufacture for others” Jason tells us. “Since moving we now fabricate all types of gates and railings for several other local fencing contractors and building contractors, this is a part of the business we are keen to expand.”

The bulk of the company’s fencing work stems from larger midlands based building contractors along with National contractors such as Rok and Thomas Vale, and is focused

primarily within the Midlands. Jason explains more: “Our jobs usually take a minimum of one week and can last up to six or even eight weeks, those larger jobs are the ones we look for. On the product front, we’ve definitely seen a move from palisade into mesh panel systems; I think if you talk to any fencing contractor they would agree over the last 3 or 4 years there has been a significant increase in the demand for mesh over all other systems.”

Understandably, the last two years have been challenging for Park Lane fencing as it has for the industry as a whole, but Matthew insists it

hasn’t all been doom and gloom: “If you had of come and seen us two years ago, our main work would have come from large industrial sheds and units, but as the credit crunch came about, that kind of work stopped all together;. What made things worse was that those jobs often involved 500-1000 metres of fencing. We had to diversify and concentrated our efforts in other areas such as the public sector in particular local authorities, and found work in other areas that we maybe had neglected slightly in the past.

Park Lane purchase their palisade from Metropolitan fencing, who

they work very closely with and they also buy their ever popular mesh and railing systems from IAE; their timber comes from Grangewood fencing and Earlswood Nurseries, all of which supply quality products and service.

Where the future is concerned, Matthew and Jason could not be more positive: “To move the business forward we are looking to purchase larger premises in South Birmingham, but we’ve had to put the breaks on that slightly, because of the economical climate. Moving here and beginning to manufacture has giving us a real boost so we would like to expand on that even more.”

Park Lane House Station Drive, Stratford Road Birmingham B28 8AB Tel: 0121 777 2220 Fax: 0121 777 1177 www .parklanefencing .co .uk sales@parklanefencing .co .uk

Jason Sheward and Matthew Adam


training

one YeAR left to Access £3m fUndInG Pot Farmers, foresters and growers in

Yorkshire and Humber now have less than one year to access a £3m funding pot . LandSkills Yorkshire and Humber, which is managed by Lantra on behalf of Yorkshire Forward, has a remaining £1m available until 28 February 2011 to fund a number of training and skills development activities .

LandSkills Programme Manager, Julie Hamilton, said: “Those that have a training need should apply now to ensure that they access this funding because once it’s gone it’s gone. We want as many farmers, foresters and growers as possible to apply for the 70% funding available so that they can improve the efficiency of their business through skills development.”

Since the programme began in summer 2008 almost 3500 farmers, foresters and growers have used the money to fund high level technical training such as agronomy and attend discussion groups, study tours and more.

Dairy farmer, Robert Graham, has used LandSkills funding to develop his Herdsman Certificate. Robert said: “Training enables me to gain expert knowledge and learn from others in my training group.”

Apply now for your share of the cash available at www .lantra .co .uk/LandSkills, alternatively call 0845 278 8800 or email LandSkills@lantra .co .uk .


company profile

Tel/Fax: 01202 893467The Sawmills4 Clayford Cottages Clayford, Wimborne Dorset BH21 7BJ

We are pleased to have supplied

R.M Smith Fencing Ltd for over 20 years and we hope to continue

to supply them for many years to come

Manufacturers of Quality Homegrown Timber Fencing

C.A Palmer & Son Sawmills

R .M . Smith Fencing Ltd is every inch the family-run business . Not only are all members of the family involved in the business, the whole enterprise is backed up by the passion and dedication, continuing the legacy of the late Rod Smith: father, husband and founder of the company .

Starting out back in the early sixties, Rod officially began trading as R.M.Smith fencing Ltd in 1963, acquiring the site where business is still based today. In the late 80s, Rod and wife Janet’s children began to filter into the business, with sons Lyndon and Ryan making panels and creosoting them for pocket money and daughter Janine handling reception upon leaving University in the early 90s. Now, Janet remains a director of the company, Ryan and Lyndon work in operations and Janine handles the daily running of the enterprise.

She tells me: “In 1999, Dad wanted to retire, so Lyndon came off the tools and I started getting more involved in running the business. We took over the reins, while he fulfilled a lifelong ambition of taking his boat across the water and sailing down the french and Spanish canals with Mum.”

Now making their own metal gates as well as supplying and fitting automated gates, and both timber and steel fences, the company caters for the needs of domestic, supply-only and commercial projects, as well as the local authorities and construction industry – the latter having the most prominent share of trade. Despite construction being knocked sideways by the recent recession, last year proved to be the best yet for R.M.Smith fencing Ltd. Indeed, with 17 full-time staff working for the business, things have picked up so much that they

fAmIlY VAlUes

Mind you, there seems to be no shortage of the latter, with a busy yard outside and evidence of plenty of business on the books, Janine is confident about the year ahead and the clientele they continue to attract.

“One of most impressive jobs we’ve done was for the RNLI in Poole, Dorset. A number of kinds of fencing were required and we had to ensure that their specific requirements were met – and the end result was really impressive.”

There are big plans for the business in place, having recently taken over the whole premises at their site in Ringwood, Hampshire, after 43 years of leasing part of it to a sign-making company. The upstairs has now been converted into spacious office and stock room, though Janine tells me, “I’d like a showroom up and running so we can invite potential customers to see what we can offer - so that it’s

more than just words. We want to push more with the construction side of our work - and with supply chains now prominent in the construction industry, more people aren’t as focused on price anymore, they want quality – and that’s where we really come into our own.”

Of all the companies I’m sent to visit, R.M. Smith fencing Ltd appears to be one of the most well-managed and honourable, with Janine and her siblings all driven towards its continued success. The business’ traditional values are still firmly in place, as well as ambition for what is to come in the future, and I have no doubt that Rod would feel very proud of what his family have strived to achieve in his name.

For more information, visit www .smith-fencing .co .uk or call Janine on 01425 476617

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have already begun employing again this year.

With a firm eye on keeping ahead of the game, Janine spends a good deal of her time wading through hoards of red tape, ensuring the company has all the skills, qualifications and certificates required to maintain their quality of work. Currently 95% of the workforce hold fISS/CSCS cards, and Janine is working towards the next batch of staff achieving NVQs. In addition, the company has recently been granted CHAS registration and Janine’s brother-in-law Neil (who started working for the company on leaving school and has just turned 48!) is now a fully-qualified Health and Safety officer, having taken part in a Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS). “Admittedly it’s a full time job keeping on top of it all, but it’s just something we have to do to remain competitive and continue to work”, Janine says.

Janine Eady

Supplier ofSawn Treated Graded Timber, Fencing Materials,

Flooring, Sheet Materials, Mouldings, etc.

www.blamphaynesawmills.co.ukTel: 01404 851 357Fax: 01404 851 145

Iron BrIdGe, GITTIShaM,honITon, devon EX14 3AN

We are pleased to be associated withR.M Smith Fencing Ltd

and we wish them continued success for the future


news

The new site features film footage of several mowers in the Countax range being demonstrated, and illustrates the capabilities of different models in difficult areas, such as on slopes, or in areas of high grass and weeds. The easy-to-use logical search paths around the whole website are designed to enhance the navigation experience; providing clear and informative detail.

The new Buyer’s Guide takes customers through a step-by-step decision process, identifying best suited models for applications, and providing advice on suitability of cutting decks and mower options, and the ‘why own a Countax’ page highlights the many benefits of owning a Countax, such as the new 5 year warranty available on all mowers.

There is a new on-line registration facility for owners, as well as details of latest Special Offers, and a News section which provides the latest information on new products available, new features and of course, the current status of the Runningblade project - Countax’ attempt at the world speed record for a ride-on mower.

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timber update

Like Walford Timber, G . & M .B . Manning is a long established family business with an ethos of good service, quality products and a genuine interest in our customers and their success . It is based on the Bucks/Herts border and has been built up as a ‘one stop’ fencing supplier mainly to the trade .

Chris Dennis (nee Manning), the Managing Director, said: “This means that we carry an enormous range and quantity of products with the major added problem of a very small site. Over the last 5 years we have hugely increased our business with Walford’s. They put stock on the ground for us and we then draw this off as needed with the help of Tony fletcher, Senior Accounts Manager at Walford’s, who has a firm grip on what is going on. This arrangement has proved to be so successful that we increased our turnover with them by 30% last year!

We are now supplying pressure treated lap and closeboard panels

manufactured by Walford’s with a very good response from our customers. In a continuing drive to improve quality we have also taken the decision to supply Walford’s new brand ‘PermaTimber’ closeboard posts. Closeboard is an important part of our business and this will give an added protection to our customers.

We are keenly looking forward to working with Walford’s this year and beyond.

For more information contact 01442 866264

A GReAt PARtneRshIP WIth WAlfoRd And G & m.B mAnnInG

Christine Dennis


landscaping

Borde Hill Garden has received a grant of £25,000 from English Heritage to electronically catalogue and map its trees and shrubs within the Grade II* listed garden, parkland and woodland . This award recognises the historical importance of Borde Hill’s botanically-rich tree and shrub collection .

English Heritage exists to protect and promote England’s spectacular historic environment and ensure that its past is researched and understood. Borde Hill Garden was created by Colonel Stephenson R. Clarke who, from 1893, sponsored many of the Great Plant Hunters’ expeditions to collect species from across the world. To keep track of this ever-growing collection, spanning some 40 years, Colonel Clarke produced a catalogue of everything planted at Borde Hill. This beautiful, bound volume detailing over 5000 trees and shrubs was completed in 1935

from the 1932 survey.

Borde Hill has continued to be planted with passion and care by four generations of the Stephenson Clarke family. Now, 75 years later, with English Heritage’s assistance, Borde Hill can utilise 21st century technology to map and re-catalogue its collection. The mapping process employs similar technology to car satellite navigation systems by using satellites to pinpoint the exact locations of the trees and shrubs that are spread over 200 acres of parkland and woodland. In addition to its location, information on every specimen will be recorded on a computer database. The mapping will be carried out over the next 12 months by arboriculturalist Phil Newson.

Charlotte McLean, South East regional landscape architect of English Heritage commented: “Borde Hill’s special interest is acknowledged by its II* grade.

BoRde hIll GARden ReceIVes £25,000 enGlIsh heRItAGe GRAnt

The main significance of the site is the unique plant collection. The Borde Hill collection has not been fully surveyed and recorded since 1932 and never using modern GPS methods. Gardens from this period are often particularly vulnerable due to their complexity. This survey will help those responsible for managing the gardens to assess the survival and condition of the plants.

Borde Hill’s head gardener, Andy Stevens, said: “The management of a botanical collection spread over such a large area is complex

and challenging. The production of accurate maps and an up-to-date catalogue will make this job much easier, allowing us to improve plant care as well as plant labelling for the benefit of our garden visitors.”

This year, Borde Hill celebrates its 45th anniversary since Sir Ralph Stephenson Clarke opened the garden in 1965 as a registered charity.

For more information visit www .bordehill .co .uk

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timber yard

We are pleased to be associated with Richardson Timber and wish

them continued success for the future

Harold Richardson of Richardson Timber Ltd is a very hardworking man; not only does he run the timber merchants full time with his team, but he occupies the family farm which is home to a 40-strong herd of Suckler cows .

A farmer by trade and tradition, Harold was the perfect candidate to manage what he calls an ‘agricultural based company’ and has, since 1988 when he founded the company, dedicated his time to its development and local recognition.

“22 years ago things weren’t very promising within the farming industry which meant that more and more people were trying to diversify. I didn’t know much about fencing or timber for that matter, no more than any other famer to be honest, but I sort of learnt on the job. It was something I could do on the farm itself and would run well alongside it. At one stage I considered diversifying by lorry driving, but that would have taken me away from the farm for days on end; now I’m able to switch between the two and still do both full time.”

In humble beginnings Harold used the farm’s unused acreage to build the timber yard on and worked “out the back of my pick up truck” to begin transporting the materials. But he didn’t stop there: “We then converted the hay barn and after a couple of years built this retail area; originally we dealt just in stakes, but progressively we’ve got into sawn timber and now even drainage; anything a farmers wants really. We are very farmer orientated here, I’d say around 90% of our business is within the agricultural sector and because our site is so remote, farmers know exactly where we are.”

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hARold And RIchARd of RIchARdson tImBeR

After Harold spent over 12 years running the business on a daily basis, he decided in 2002 to make the most significant, non-aesthetic change to the company: he employed Richard. He tells us, “Richard had worked at Countrywide farmers before hand, but I offered him the position of Manager here and he fitted in perfectly. Richard watches the shop and the yard everyday; I prefer it that way in some ways, because it means I can be out and about delivering. It’s quite strange to think that over the 12 years I basically served every single customer that came through the gates myself. In hindsight employing Richard was definitely the best business decision I’ve ever made. When he came I could virtually walk out the door, give him a list of suppliers and he would just get on with it.”

Alongside Richard and Harold, the Richardson Timber team consists of Harold’s sister and business partner Sara who deals on the book-keeping side of things and Charlie who works out on the yard.

As well as stocking sawn timber, the company also offers a full range of fencing, animal feed, medicines, clothing and of course galvanised and wooden gates, which they buy from AJ Charlton & Sons, who they have a longstanding relationship with; both professionally and personally. One area of the company that Harold

has always wanted to expand on was manufacturing, although his ideas have fallen short in the past through no fault of his own: “We did consider putting a treatment plant in, but the regulations were very strict. There’s a stream across the way so it just wasn’t viable. Without the stream there, we could have done it, but the regulators basically told us it was a no-go area. Aside from that, I’m always looking to expand because in business you’re even going forward or going backwards, there’s no such thing as standing still.”

After visiting Richardson Timber, its clear that Harold and the team’s relationship with their customers is well established and wonderfully

welcoming: “Most of the customers that come in now are our friends, they leave satisfied because they know that I am interested in the same things as they are; I’m a farmer, and he or she is a farmer, we talk the same language.”

The company’s customer base will continue to grow over the coming years as Harold shows no sign of slowing down: “I hope to stay fit, carry on working and not retire. The idea of retiring fills me with dread; I had a holiday once and I’ve never been so bored in my life,” laughs Harold.

Richardson Timber 01527 892947

Harold Richardson and Richard Allan


new products

Makita continues to expand its popular Outdoor Power Equipment range with five new lawn mowers: two electric push models and three petrol engine models including a 41cm cut push model and two self-propelled versions .

The 1,100watt ELM3310 electric push mower has three cutting heights adjusted by wheel height of 20, 40 and 55mm and a 33cm width of cut. The whole range features ergonomically designed handles that make the machines easy to control for manoeuvrability and comfort. These new mowers are fitted with solid wheels with rubber treads and sealed bearings which also help smooth operation. The ELM 4110 is a 1,600watt push model with 41cm cut and five height settings between 20mm and 75mm.

Makita has designed a new type of cutting blade with additional impellor, which increases airflow in the cutting

box to assist grass cutting collection and motor cooling. These new petrol engine models have steel decks for rugged reliability.

The biggest of the new Makita mowers is the PLM4612 with a 46cm width of cut; 3-speed drive and a more powerful version of the 190cc ReadyStart engine, and is ideal for maintaining lawns up to 1,800m². All Makita petrol mowers are supplied with mulching kits.

See www .makitauk .com for more information

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neW fRom UltRAscAPe...PAVeJoInt ReAdY to Use JoIntInG comPoUndUltrascape are set to launch the newest edition to their range of paving installation products, with PaveJoint – the perfect jointing solution for drives, paths and patios .

Ultrascape’s PaveJoint is a ready to use jointing compound suitable for use in ALL paving applications with block paving, setts, cobbles and flags. PaveJoint was officially launched at the World of Paving and Hard Landscaping Show at the RICOH Arena, Coventry in March, where demos of the new pointing product took a prime position daily.

PaveJoint enables the user to finish their paving easily and quickly, boasting a simple process of ‘sweep into joints and water’.

Available in both ‘Buff’ and ‘Natural Grey’, PaveJoint hails a long list of benefits including:

No wastage: unlike similar jointing compounds, PaveJoint is not air-curing, so unused product can be simply re-sealed in the tub for future use

Versatile: can be used for joints from 2-25mm

Weed resistant: will prohibit the growth of weeds and moss

PaveJoint is also non-shrink and non-crack, contains recycled materials, and enables paving elements to be re-used in the future.

For further information on PaveJoint, or any of Ultrascape’s mortar paving products, call now on 01827 871871 and ask for Matt or Katie, or email pavejoint@instarmac .co .uk . Visit Ultrascape online at www .ultrascape .co .uk .


contractor

Tel 01691 622441Fax 01691 623468Email [email protected]

THINK TIMBER - THINK ETC!

Ellesmere, Shropshire SY12 9JW

www.etcsawmills.co.uk

Offering the “complete package” of fencing requirements

A wide range of bespoke / machined products available

Over 50 years sawmilling experience

Competitive prices, reliable service, quality assured, every time

Choice of green or brown preservative treatment

Delivery throughout the UK

TT-COC-002115

FM1830

Midway Fencing, as you’d expect, is based in the Midlands, specifically in Belper, Derbyshire . Having two experienced and locally well-known gentlemen at it’s reins together with the support of the long-serving established workforce, it gives the impression of a ‘family’ type run business .

Dave Byard founded Midway fencing in the early nineties. After a few years of success and having become ‘reasonably established’, he decided that another man was needed: “Not being a Limited company at that stage, we had a turnover of around £200,000 and it was getting to the stage where I couldn’t handle it on my own.”

And handle it alone he didn’t; in 1996 Steve Edwards came on board as a new Director after leaving the fencing

and access solutions company Darfen. Steve and Dave are in no way related, but were brought together by the fencing community itself. Steve tells us: “It was actually timber supplier Mark Coleridge, that approached me saying that Dave needed someone to help, and so I joined soon after. I think because fencing can be a very close knit industry, you know a lot of the people in the bigger companies; if you don’t know of them intimately, you do know they exist.”

Both gentlemen were very much familiar with the fencing industry from a young age; Steve has been involved since leaving school, and Dave in his own words has “been in the game for many years”. His first experience was motorway related, when it was more parapet railings and safety fencing rather than general fencing.

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Midway fencing’s work doesn’t sit within one particular niche market. Instead it spreads it’s trade across a whole range of commercial markets. Steve tells us: “If it’s fencing, we’ll do

it. We really work on the basis where, if we’re versatile, we’ve got so many more options. There are too many people that do only security fencing or only agricultural, or only work for

Dave Byard and Steve Edwards


contractor

Tel: 01509 264000Unit E14, Cumberland Rd, Loughborough

Leicestershire LE11 5DE

W e l f o r m l t dGaTes, RailinG, GeneRal sTeel FencinG &

Bespoke sTeel FencinG

We are pleased to be associated with midWay fencing

and we wish them continued success for the future.

Joe-public, which is limiting your options isn’t it ?” Indeed it is.

Dave and Steve have certainly done their best to ensure that all business-related opportunities are optimised; even in the early years, when the company was run from Dave’s home, he made use of an offer he simply couldn’t refuse: “my client J C Balls & Sons offered me a perfectly located, well presented office on their industrial estate, and we’ve been there ever since. We’re at the size now where we are quite comfortable. We don’t want to grow any more because I think that if you get too big, you start to lose control.”

On the contracting side, the team at Midway fencing have an impressive back catalogue of work. Steve explains; “We’ve done a lot of work over the last few years in electric sliding gates for clients such as Royal Mail and power stations. We’ve also fitted several turn stiles for the London Underground , and just last week we were working up in Edinburgh.”

Similarly to most industries, there’re certain types of fencing that have in recent years become more, dare we say trendy. “I would say that the most popular product out there at the minute is the steel mesh panel systems. Also, we’re finding more

work erecting acoustic fencing than ever before: especially in and around supermarkets where noisy delivery vehicles are an issue.”

Being Quality Assured to BS EN ISO 9001:2008 in addition to being registered with Constructionline and a member of the federation of Small Businesses gives new and existing clients peace of mind, and allows the company to delve into new markets. As a Quality Assured company contracts have been awarded on major highways erecting deer fencing and noise barriers.

When asked what his most proud

or inventive business decision has been, Dave answered: “ The new and environmentally friendly wood-burning heating system we installed last year was a really good idea that has proved incredibly cost-efficient. But without a doubt, I am most proud of how we’ve built up the company to its current strength and reputation.”

Midway Fencing Contractors Ltd Midland Industrial Estate Ambergate, Belper Derbyshire DE56 2HX Tel: 01773 857713


For all your fencing needs• All types of fencing and gate timbers• Construction and specialist timbers• All with the best protection• A one-stop fencing shop

Linnell Bros Limited, Silverstone Fields Farm, Silverstone, Northants NN12 8TBTel: 01327 354 422 Fax: 01327 355 840 [email protected] www.linnellbros.co.uk

An independent supplier with over

120 years experience…

company news

Wood-Mizer’s European headquarters and its band sawmill and wood processing kit manufacturing facility celebrates it’s twentieth year in 2010 . The Polish based operation serves Europe, Africa, India and Asia, including the Far East .

Director Richard Vivers anticipates a fair wind this year, “Last year, having arrived at some painful personnel decisions we devised new approaches to engineering design, purchasing, manufacture, assembly and transportation. The moves have saved costs and led to wood processing equipment more suited to changing times.”

The plant, located in Poland was opened in 1990, since then, it has been enlarged from a few hundred square metres to over 6000 m2, with state of the art machinery and processes, winning personnel and

corporate awards.

Notably, Wood-Mizer, the only band saw manufacturer which makes blades too has increased its Polish blade lines to fourteen; it launches a new band saw blade this year. In 1990 the plant produced a few sawmills per week. In 2008 it turned out 50-60 mills. In 2009 that figure declined to 2007 levels. This year however, a greater number of mills than in 2007 will come off production lines.

The headquarters’ inception was the brainchild of the Laskowski family who founded Wood-Mizer Inc, in Indianapolis in 1982. Donald Laskowski, together with fellow engineer Daniel Tekulve had invented the thin kerf technology for their small band sawmills in an Indiana garage in 1982.

Wood-mIZeR’s eURoPeAn PlAnt, tWentY YeARs on

There are now 40,000 of the company’s band sawmills operating worldwide. Wood-Mizer’s service centres are increasing, with representatives in more than 100 countries. These are in addition to wholly owned branches in Germany,

Great Britain, Norway, Romania and Russia (which has its own network of blades distributors in 20 Russian regions).

www .woodmizer .co .uk

Richard Vivers


contractor

Tunstall Tractors Ltd are pleased to be associated with Alan Fish and wish him

continued success of the future

Tunstall Tractors Ltd Foggy Gill, Fellend Kirkby Stephen Cumbria CA17 4LN

Tel: 015396 20636 Mob: 07817 832978

Fax: 015396 20636 (same number)Email: [email protected]

www.tunstalltractors.com

Tunstall TractorsAgricultural Tractor And Machinery Dealers

Spring is well and truly upon us and for all the fencing contractors who, like Alan Fish, go it alone, it’s a chance to shake off the winter blues and get back to work: good, honest, traditional work that is .

Alan works single-handedly on site, with occasional help from David Lawson who is based in Otley. He works mainly in agricultural fencing, and is all too familiar with both the farming and fencing industry.

“I didn’t take after my father at all really, or course growing up on a farm I understood how important boundary fencing was but I never thought I’d end up doing it for a living. All my family were farmers you see, including my Brother for a short while, but to be honest it was never for me. fencing is in my blood now, and I can’t seem to get rid of it” Alan laughs. “I think it was 1989 when I first started, but I wasn’t doing fencing work as such, I just used to clean out old farming buildings and what not with my Bobcat loading machine that I bought off my own back a few years earlier. Nowadays, because more and more farmers seem to buying their own machinery and cleaning buildings out themselves, the fencing for me has skyrocketed.”

Having dabbled in engineering, Alan’s fencing work always remained consistent and the custom was always there: “My work grew gradually through word of mouth; strangely enough I’ve never had to

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Alan Fish in action

advertise. What usually happens is I complete a job, and people like what they see and so word spreads.

Alan’s trusty 3 foot-wide Bobcat loader was used for over a decade and was eventually replaced by a Kilworth Tractor model. Like many fencing contractors, it was the purchase of a post knocker in recent years that now allows Alan to complete a job with real efficiency and quality: “To be honest, I don’t know what I would do without it; I decided on a Wrag model and I’ve never doubted it, those days of used a wooden mallet are long gone! I own just the one tractor


contractor

Where unusual jobs are concerned, Alan tells us how he’s seen and done it all; “Last year we worked at Bramham Park at the Leeds Music festival site, where we erected 64 pairs of gates to keep all the

unwanted festival-goers out. I’ve also had an enquiry recently, about doing some work for an Angling club who are after some Otter fencing putting up, which is quite unusual.

Let’s hope the work, however unusual, continues for Alan.

To contact Alan Fish call 07774775031

Having supplied Mounted Hydraulic Breakers for many years, I have found that they’re of particular appeal to fencing contractors; they can be used, not only for breaking out rock and concrete, but also with a suitable Cap they are ideal for post driving . Whilst new Breakers are sold, the majority of my business comes in the form of refurbished Hammers, provided by the leading makers!

When I was approached by Alan fish, he explained that he needed to drive some posts, in a restricted access, undulating site. He indicated that he had a 1.5t Mini Digger available and also that due to the ground conditions, whichever tool he purchased, would need to be both light and powerful!

I indicated that I could offer suitable hammers, with driving cups, either with traditional top mounts, additional bottom mounts or a Breaker modified to bottom bracket mount only. Alan chose the latter option, which gave him the reach and height he needed- whilst keeping the weight down: A 5” bore Cup was supplied.

Alan is most impressed by the work rate of this machine; We have also drawn his attention to a range of Breakers we have available for the heavier work, This includes quite a wide range- right up to, Hammers on a 13t Machine- to be used for knocking in full length telegraph poles.

Paul Peacock Tel: 01981 251 922

now, which I bought new in 2007 from Tunstall Tractors which works perfectly with the post knocker; I had a Lamborghini model before then which was also a really good machine.” Recently, Alan made another addition to his machinery collection, he approached machine developer Paul Peacock, who created a modified concrete breaker, tailor-made for Alan’s work: “When the attachment arrived I was instantly impressed; It works in a different way to anything I’ve ever used before, instead of knocking posts in it vibrates the wood down, which can be much more efficient. It’s a very impressive tool and I think I’ll get a lot of use from it.”

The dreaded recession that is now slowly dying down, fortunately never affected Alan; “If you listen to what the media tell you would never leave the house because you’d be frightened to death to get any work. If you want to work and you’re good at your job you’ll get work,” he insists. “Take this job for instance; it wasn’t necessarily big to begin with, I was initially asked to replace 300 metres of old, damaged fencing, but it’s now escalated to 1,100 metres of stock netting fencing around this tenanted farm land and near the woodland that surrounds the Eccup Reservoir.”

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new products

Montabert has launched a new range of crusher buckets for use on excavators from 8 to over 35 tonnes . The crusher buckets easily mount on any make of excavator, requiring only one-way auxiliary hydraulics to operate . They can crush concrete, brick, blocks, asphalt, aggregate and many more materials on site and are designed for applications in ground works, recycling, demolition, quarrying, construction, waste transfer, refurbishment and excavation .

The crusher buckets can easily be adjusted to produce different sizes of output materials, reducing hauling and tipping costs. They can turn useless debris into material that can be used on site, on other projects or

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crusher buckets can form a new source of revenue for virtually all demolition or recycling operations as well as new application opportunities for excavator owners.

There are four standard crusher buckets in the range – the CRB501, CRB601, CRB751 and CRB951.

The CRB751 and CRB951 are also available as heavy duty versions, the CRB751HD and CRB951HD models.

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Vandgard is made of BS6082 Aluminium alloy and doesn’t rust, even in marine conditions; It stays a clear visual warning, safe and structurally sound for all its life .

The corrosivity of our atmosphere shows especially in built up areas, and means that in most locations galvanised wire has a life of about 6 years, whereas Vandgard is virtually inert. Vandgard will stay bright and corrosion free for far more than 40 years, and in many cases will outlast the fence it is mounted on.

Durable and easy to install, Vandgard provides an inexpensive,

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company news

Zareba Security is pleased to announce that their agent in China has won a prestigious contract to supply perimeter security equipment for EXPO 2010 Shanghai . The show is one of the biggest in the world and is expected to attract over seventy million visitors .

General Manager of Shanghai Oumai Technology Co. Ltd Mr. frank Wu said, “We are delighted to be able to work closely with the organisers of Expo 2010 and offer them the Zareba Security products to protect some of their major installations”. The equipment will be used to protect vital electricity and communications centres from intruders. Shanghai Oumai have been an agent of Zareba/Rutland Electric fencing for a number of years and have built a very successful business by importing and selling British made products in China.

Mr. Wu said “The Chinese people respect British made products for

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their quality and reliability and this is one of the most important aspects for security systems”. Security Products Manager for Zareba Systems, Martin Armstrong said “We are delighted that frank has won this prestigious business for EXPO 2010. We are currently working with him on other

major projects which employ our IP6000 series multi zone perimeter control systems. Thanks to the effort frank has put in, China is an exciting and developing market for us”.

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For more information contact: Zareba Security 8 Lands End Way Oakham, Rutland LE15 6RF Tel: +44 1572 725911 E: enquiries@zarebasecurity .com


news

Pioneering Suffolk farmer Julian Swift has joined the board of Eastern Machinery Ring (EMR) . His appointment was announced at EMR’s annual general meeting which was held recently at the Claas Conference Centre in Saxham near Bury St Edmunds .

Mr Swift of Belchamp farm Services, farms 4,800 acres – mainly under contract farming agreements – in an area known as The Belchamps,

just south of Sudbury. He formed the contract company in 1988 with his cousin Charles Raymond covering 1,000 acres and has built the business through innovative husbandry and shrewd machinery investments.

He joins six directors headed by chairman Robert Alexander.

“Julian is an excellent addition to the board. His front line machinery

experience is invaluable and he will strengthen the ring’s presence in the southern part of our region.”

EMR covers Norfolk, Suffolk, Essex, Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire and Lincolnshire. Not distracted by commodity trading or other add-ons, it is a dedicated machinery ring working for its members as a pro-active service rather than a reactionary ‘fire engine service’. Benefits go way

beyond the considerable reduction in overheads. Currently, the ring is meeting demands at a rate of more than 95%.

Based within Anglia Farmers at Honingham Thorpe, the general manager is Philip Brown who can be contacted on 01603 881810 or visit www .easternmachineryring .co .uk

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news

The MagnaLatch® ‘Side Pull’ general-purpose gate latch offers a low-cost and reliable latching solution for many gates around homes and gardens .

When D&D Technologies first devised the concept of magnetically triggered gate latch it developed the Side Pull’s shape and design, and there are now three models of the MagnaLatch.

Powered by super-strong “permanent magnets”, which never lose their power, all latches incur no mechanical interference to closure, offering a high degree of reliability, safety, and, in some instances, child resistance.

The Side Pull “Series 2” model now

offers up to 10mm (3/8”) of vertical adjustment, as well as 10mm (3/8”) of horizontal adjustment. This is a convenient improvement over the original Series 1. This added adjustability makes the latest version very easy to install, and it also easily adapts to left or right-hand hinged gates.

The Side Pull model is one of three Magna-Latch models designed for different applications. While the bigger Top Pull and Vertical Pull are key lockable and offer an inherently higher level of child resistance, the Side Pull does not carry a key lock feature. Thus it is an inexpensive solution that has proved extremely

the effectIVe entRY to mAGnetIc GAte lAtches

popular for general-purpose gates.

All MagnaLatch models overcome the traditional latch problems of rust, binding, sagging, bending and staining. Despite some potential dimensional limitations (e.g. gate-to-post gap), the Side Pull can be mounted to any type of gate or fence material.

Due to fencing contractor demand in the USA and Australasia, D&D Technologies is currently developing a “lockable” version of its top-sellng

MagnaLatch Side Pull. As with all of D&D Technologies’ products, the MagnaLatch® ‘Side Pull’ is backed by a Lifetime Warranty.

For product availability or further information contact Cathy Elliott, D&D Technologies on +31 (0)30 291 9847 or e-mail celliott@ddgroup .nl or visit D&D’s website at www .ddtechglobal .com

The MagnaLatch ‘Side Pull’ latch is the original magnetically triggered gate latch . It is ideal for most general-purpose gates around homes and gardens .


contractor

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You would think that after living and working in New Zealand for over two years, the prospect of returning home to rainy England isn’t the most inviting one . But for Chris Burton, founder of Farm and Country Fencing, absence certainly did make the heart grow fonder .

“I was a shepherd at Brooksby agricultural college for a number of years and as I worked my way up through the rankings, I ended up as a farm manager. But I didn’t want to work for somebody else for the rest of my life, so I decided to go to New Zealand for a couple of years where I worked on a 600-herd dairy farm. I had worked in fencing over here before hand, but I fancied a challenge.”

Once Chris made the long journey back to Leicester, the offers for more fencing work came flooding in and he made the daunting decision to start up a business from scratch: “As soon as I came back I was inundated with

potential jobs, so in 2006 I decided to remortgage my house, buy my first ever tractor and really get things moving. Although I knew it was the right thing to do, I was unsure whether I should take the fencing work on or go back into shepherding.”

As a farmers son, Chris was perhaps more comfortable working with animals than he was with timber posts, but after teaching himself how to fence, primarily stock-fence, the transition seemed natural to him: “I knew that it was for me and I have worked really hard; I mean I’ve ate, breathed and slept it. Where fencing is concerned if you’re smart enough and you put the work in there is always a margin, but in farming there isn’t always that guarantee, and unless you’re a farmer yourself or you inherit a farm, to actually own one is such a hard route to go down.”

farm and County fencing, caters, as you’d expect, mainly within the agricultural fencing market but that

doesn’t mean that Chris isn’t willing to delve into other forms of the trade, he tells us: “Although the name is what it is, I’ve begun to do more work on the commercial and industrial side of things; doing security palisades and what not. But my main work does come from stock netting, post and rail, and deer netting.”

As a self-proclaimed ‘outdoor person’, Chris admits that the more remote the job, the better: “I love being out in the open all day, especially now I have all this kit with me, which means that I can get a job done as quickly and efficiently as possible, efficiency is key.”

The ‘kit’ Chris so modestly refers to is in fact quite an impressive collection of machinery which includes a brand new quad bike, a fairbrother Kinghitter post knocker and a Protech tracked post knocker, amongst others. And as an avid fan of machinery, Chris already has his eye on a fairbrother model that is yet to be sold in Britain:

“fairbother’s new series four Post Pumper is one that I’m keen to get a look at, but at the moment they’ve only marketed it in New Zealand I think. I’m in quite a good position at the minute though, every piece of kit I’ve bought has been self funded and paid for in full; If I want anything, I’ll always wait until I’ve earned it. Looking at my machinery now gives me a really massive sense of achievement.”

After spending tens of thousands of pounds on his beloved machinery, Chris now secures consistent work and has over three months worth of fencing lined up for the near future: “I do a lot for land owners and various associations, and hopefully that will lead to a year’s contract for me.”

Not bad for a self-taught, one man band.

Farm and County Fencing Tel: 01572 787359 Mob: 07917 523188

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Westbank Timber has strengthened their growing portfolio of products and services with recent additions; having listened to feedback from customers and tailoring the business around their needs .

It has become apparent that Westbanks range of off the shelf products is simply not enough in the current market, traditionally they only offered a delivery service from stock but have now installed a range of machinery at their own terminal in Riga which allows them to process goods to suit the customer’s requirements.

Westbank Timber now have a forward order service available, which includes drilling, mortising, scarfing, cross cutting and notching. In addition they have their own treatment tanks to ensure the timber is treated to the appropriate specifications. Kiln drying facilities are located on site, allowing the company to offer these products treated and kiln dried with a 15year service life guarantee.

Those customers with their own treatment facilities may wish to have packs with 100% redwood, which has been kilned to below 28% moisture for them to treat in their own tanks. Pressure creosote and brown pressure treatment is now also available on forward order.

Westbank’s campaign to raise the profile of UC4 class 15 year guaranteed timber has been a resounding success with many customers now taking regular deliveries, they are now holding a limited range of ex stock which will expand as more people make the choice to switch to a product which will avoid premature failures. This has been subject to a lot of trade press yet still there are some companies offering a guarantee on products which have no tractability, Westbank brands each and every piece of UC4 timber so it can be clearly identified in the unlikely event of a problem.

Customers can take advantage of the multidrop service and have as

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little as five packs delivered from our vast product range alongside their special orders.

Westbanks ever growing range of products has now been expanded for the 2010 season with new panels, planters, garden buildings, field gates and reclaimed sleepers. The company’s three storage terminals are perfectly located to

service the entire country; with all of this available from one supplier on a small regular delivery, Westbank really can assist merchants in keeping stock levels low and allowing you to expand your product range with minimal outlay.

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industry update

encoURAGInG neWs In the UK fencInG IndUstRY – BUt not foR eVeRYoneIn encouraging news for the UK Fencing industry, 176 of the top 763 companies in the market are growing at more than 10% per annum and making healthy profits . However, according to industry analysts Plimsoll, while many of these companies are breaking new ground and leading a sustainable recovery in the market, there are 58 other companies whose headline grabbing sales growth masks something much more sinister .

David Pattison, senior analyst and author of the new Plimsoll Analysis explains, “firstly, it makes a nice change to have some positive news to report. 176 growing, increasingly profitable companies have either tapped into a new, fast growing revenue streams or are just the best performers in the old ones. Anyone

struggling to make the most of the recovery should look at these companies and ask themselves ‘what do these guys sell, make or do differently to me?’”

However, Pattison warns that there are 58 companies achieving this eye catching sales growth but their profitability tells a very different story, “Essentially there are 2 types of growth in the market – Good v Bad. 58 companies have achieved over the 10% sales growth but in doing so have seen their profit margin collapse. They are simply overtrading. The accolades of growth are all well and good but the bills need paying too. More worrying, 3 of these companies have been loss making for 2 years – even with double digit sales growth I doubt they will make it to a third”.

On the subject of companies getting it wrong at both ends of the scale, Pattison offers this warning, “While the market continues to recover and the 176 top performers show the way, there are 122 companies facing a very bleak future indeed. Losing sales, profits and probably most of their remaining options, these companies have been rated as Danger in our report. Time is running out and only a takeover or a rapid turnaround is likely to redeem their situation”.

The new Plimsoll Industry Analysis – fencing will tell you instantly which companies are prospering in the post recession market place, those taking a big gamble and those heading for trouble. It gives an instant performance rating on the top 763 companies in the market

and an overview of which companies are ripe for acquisition and who is set to be buying. Each company is assessed using the Plimsoll Model - A graphical and written analysis that lays bare the facts and gives you instant opinion.

Readers of Fencing News are entitled to a £50 discount of this new special edition of the Plimsoll Industry Analysis – Fencing . Call 01642 626400 for further details and quote reference PR/AA42 .


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fRom hedGes to fencesAntonY GRIffIths tells fencInG neWs ABoUt WhY And hoW hIs BUsIness hAs chAnGedSince we last saw Antony of Ledbury-based AJ Griffiths, he was spending much of his time hedge-laying and working on hedge restoration . But a lot can change in three years, as he’s demonstrated by his transition of skills from hedges to fences .

“Deciding to fence full-time was one of my best decisions yet. I was fed up of getting black thorn stuck into me and brambles punching holes through my ears”, but it would seem that Antony’s fate as a fencer was decided back in 2003 when he first set up business.

“Before I started out being self-employed I spent some time in New Zealand working as a silage contractor. It rained constantly so we ended up doing fencing work instead – and once I’d come back to the UK, word got around and offers of work started pouring in.”

A qualified tree surgeon and hedge-layer, Antony now specialises in agricultural fencing, with a little bit of domestic on the side when required by any of his customers. Working on the premise that ‘it’s better to do one thing well than lots of things averagely’, in a short space of time he’s become highly-regarded in the industry for doing a good job at a fair price.

Indeed, Antony’s latest project has proved he’s really upped his game. Working on his own, he’s currently in the middle of installing 8000m of badger fencing on an alpaca farm in Bratton, Wiltshire. With the fencing delving 12’ into the ground, being turned out at 6’ and topped off with electric run on a mains energiser (“they don’t just dig, they climb”), there’s no way any black and white furry things will be getting in from any angle.

“There is a big TB problem in this area, so farmers are anxious to keep them out”, Antony tells me. And with the alpaca farm Antony is working on being home to one of the most prized herds in the country, their owners are right to be investing in Antony’s services.

Having been staying on-site in his caravan for three weeks, and still with some stretch do go, Antony is clearly dedicated to the job, with a sense of pride in doing things properly and reaping the rewards of recommendation and repeat work.

“There are a lot of cowboys out there” he tells me, “so as long as I continue to provide the right job at the right price, we’ll be set to continue and hopefully grow a little in the years that come.”

Using only redwood home-grown

timber and the best quality wire, each of AJ Griffiths jobs are assured with confidence. Now employing another team of two, Antony works from his 8-acre site in Ledbury where he was born and raised but is happy to go wherever the work takes him.

His eagerness for new business has led Antony to a fair few interesting jobs, with one of his favourites being at Alney Island in Gloucestershire: “Traditionally, the area was a wetland for ground-nesting birds and grazing Gloucester cattle, until it was drained in 19th century and used as a Victorian landfill, a powerstation and as a site for the Royal Agricultural Show. With the council having recently decided to break the drain, reclassify the land as coastal marsh and reinstate the cattle, I was asked to install a variety of kinds of fencing – it’s been one of my most extensive projects yet.”

With big plans in store for his business, Antony looks set to be involved in even more projects of this size: “My website is currently being developed, I’ve just brought a new Land Rover and I’m also hoping to add a new postrammer to the collection of machinery which includes a Mercedes Unimog and other low-ground pressure postdriving equipment.”

“I want to keep going and continue to enjoy my job and providing value for money. People that work with the attitude of getting rich aren’t going to, I’d rather provide a good service and continue filling up the order book!”

For more information, call Antony on 07773 249 269Anthony Griffiths


machinery

Husqvarna, the global leader in outdoor power equipment launches an innovative VIP service centered on profitable performance . The ‘Husqvarna Performance Programme’ delivers a premium after sales service for 3 years and is available to customers when purchasing the rotary front mower PT 26D .

At the heart of the programme is ensuring peace of mind for all PT 26D users. from time to time unexpected costs can arise for general maintenance and repair. This new method reduces these by maximising uptime through a one off, fixed fee and provides VIP service at all times.

In addition to having a locally skilled Husqvarna maintenance team on hand to service the machines, customers themselves receive training in elementary maintenance, so they can help keep their machines in tip top shape, boosting productivity.

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The cornerstone of this idea is the Maintenance Plan which has been carefully planned to track at various intervals which parts of the machine need servicing. Those signed up to Performance Programme will receive 30 hours of service work over 3 years (or 2000 hours, whichever comes first.) furthermore, all labour, spare parts and consumables outlined in the service plan are included thus prolonging the machine’s life.

The Husqvarna Web Portal will

assist businesses large and small by giving subscribers their own digital service book and login, hosted via the Husqvarna service portal on the internet. Its cutting edge method keeps up to date with the machine’s current detailed information. It provides a variety of options such as current contract status and all machinery history regarding services and repairs. It also sends automatic reminder emails to both the user and dealer prompting them when it’s time for the next planned service.

All Husqvarna products are sold exclusively by qualified servicing dealers, many of who have worked professionally in forest, park and garden-related jobs. This guarantees that customers always receive the expert assistance they require, when buying a product as well as when needing service or repairs.

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machinery

lIVe demonstRAtIons, sUPeRB mAchIneRY!Later this month, Jay Engineering will be hosting their 3rd annual open day and this year’s is set to be their best yet .

Held on the 21st of April in Shaftesbury, Dorset, the event will be jam-packed with live demonstrations, impressive machinery and exclusive exhibitors.

Amongst other things, Kubota tractors and Takeuchi excavators will be displayed on the day, and members of the trade and general public will have chance to explore Jay Engineering’s range of post drivers including the innovative Postpuncher.

Managing Director Kevin Mead looks ahead to the main event; “I’m very positive about the big day, we’ve had wonderful support from the likes of Trevor Coffen construction ltd, CBL, EG Coles, Avant and of course Jackson fencing. It’s a chance for people to watch the Postpuncher in action and make use of the services we offer, including our bespoke engineering facility which allows us to tailor make products for the individual customer.

As the South West dealers of Avant Tecno, we can also offer their range exclusively.”

With over 500 invitations mailed out and the exclusive showing of the fastfencer, the day will certainly be one to remember.

For more information call Kevin on 01747871010


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There are just over five months to go until the UK’s largest forestry, woodland and arboriculture exhibition, APF 2010, on the 23- 25th September at Cannock Chase, Staffordshire . Sponsored again by STIHL, it returns to the same venue as the highly successful 2008 event .

Already over 2700m of demonstration frontage has been booked and over 90 companies have secured static display space. Exhibition Secretary, Ian Millward, reports “We are delighted with the level of bookings to date; The APf Exhibition is the proven place where people working in the forestry and arboricultural industries come to compare and buy machines and exhibitors know it is the one show they cannot afford to miss.”

APf 2010 will also feature a host of new and exciting competitions. for the first time ever in the UK there will be demonstrations of STIHL Timbersports. Also for the first time will be the Husqvarna World Poleclimbing Championships and the hugely popular European Chainsaw Carving Championships sponsored this year by UPM Tilhill and A W Jenkinson will again take place. The World Log To Leg pole lathe turning championships, sponsored by Buxtons will have the added attraction of some of the turners recently featured in the BBC Mastercrafts series.

Full details of the exhibition for both visitors and exhibitors can be found on the website www .apfexhibition .co .uk or by contacting the APF Exhibition Office on 01737 245081

APf 2010 - fUll steAm AheAd

The 152nd Great Yorkshire Show takes place over the 13th and 15th of July, in Harrogate when more than 130,000 visitors are expected to come through the gates . The annual farming and countryside showcase is now the premier agricultural show in England which every year attracts more than 12,000 entries across the competitive classes; cattle, show jumping, pigs, and sheep shearing .

Honorary Show Director Bill Cowling said: “The popularity and reputation of the show is based on its commitment to staying true to its farming roots, whilst ensuring it is innovative and has plenty to attract the general visitor. So whether your interest lies in farming, fashion, food or flowers and forestry, there will be plenty to entertain and inform.

New for 2010 will be the Innovation Centre which will showcase

technological developments in agriculture. The Centre will include practical exhibits and demonstrations and will be staged in conjunction with both industry and agricultural scientists.

fencing and Landscaping News and farmersmart have two stands again this year on Avenue S and Avenue G so please come and see us as we are giving away some goodies!! McVeigh Parker will be exhibiting for the first time to launch their new depot at Wigan and you will find them on Avenue f

For tickets visit www .greatyorkshireshow .co .uk or call 01423 541222 for more details .

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timber update

Osmose MicroPro is revolutionary patented technology for effective treatment of timber against fungal decay,insect and termite attack .

The copper particle based preservative which was developed in the USA has been successfully adapted here in Europe and is now commercially available in the UK and Ireland. forward thinking companies interested in the timber cladding, decking, playground and leisure sectors are treating timber with MicroPro to create premium range products where visual appearance, reduced environmental impact and low corrosion are to the fore. The aspect that has attracted most interest is that the fresh natural colour and especially the attractive colour pigmented version Osmose Microshades which has colour longevity that performs well beyond normal market expectations.

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Micropro pressure treated wood is has a fresher Natural colour compared to current copper based treated products. The unique appearance of will help differentiate the product in

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the marketplace. The attractive colour allows DIY enthusiasts and contractors to build with treated timber that appears lighter, fresher, and more natural in appearance. It weathers to an attractive rich honey colour which looks like natural wood.

MicroPro pressure treated wood products can be available in a popular colours such as cedar red and light

brown when produced in conjunction with the new MicroShades colour pigment system.

Osmose MicroShades is the only pigmented colourant system that can be used as an in-solution system specifically developed for wood treated with the MicroPro preservative.

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Micronized Timber brand will provide consumers, contractors, specifiers and architects confidence that Micronized timber has been produced to quality standards and will deliver long term performance and excellent value.

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Wood-Mizer UK will discount its standard length, DoubleHard band saw blades by 20% during April, May and June alongside a Europe-wide launch of a new extra sharp blade by the parent company .

The discount is the first of a series of offers this year in which the British branch cuts the price of one product or service by 10% and subsequently by 20% to celebrate Wood-Mizer Industries’ 20th anniversary of production in Europe.

At the same time it further enhances its website with a customer feedback form and 24/7 online parts request facilities. following extensive talks with a number of owner/operators over the last few months the British operation has also appointed a new Scottish agent.

The new Stellite-tipped blade

stays sharp longer when cutting; called RazorTip, it is the latest result of continuing research and development by Wood-Mizer, the sole sawmill manufacturer making its own blades.

Wood-Mizer’s new Scottish agent is Gary Dennis, 36, from Colliston Castle, Angus where he runs his own marquee company and contract sales for another marquee firm. Of the approximately 1,000 Wood-Mizer band sawmills operating in the British Isles, 250 of them are in Scotland and Gary comments: “That’s disproportionate to Scotland’s population but reflects the opportunities and enthusiasm for Wood-Mizers over the border and notwithstanding post recession difficulties I sense increased interest and take-up of our mills this year.”

www .woodmizer .co .uk

Wood-mIZeR’s neW AddItIons


company profile

In many ways Bentinck Fencing is the product of TR Smith and Sons Ltd, a company which was founded by Richard Smith’s parents in the early eighties . Although TR Smith and Sons dealt in fencing to a certain extent it was primarily focused within the fabrication and building trades, and so Richard saw an opportunity to develop an entirely new sister company .

Bentinck fencing was born in 1995 and sits comfortably across two sites in Nottinghamshire; the first site, which also incorporates Richard’s skip hire company, is based in Sutton-in-Ashfield and the second in neighbouring village Kirkby-in-Ashfield.

fencing News visits Managing Director Richard Smith at the latter site, one which not only houses an impressive manufacturing factory but a beautifully constructed wooden office which was built by Richard himself. He tells us more about the

company’s origins: “Initially, we only worked from the Sutton yard, but in 1995 we bought this second plot. It was basically a wreck then. We had this factory built in 2004 after it stood empty for several years; it has since been a real success for us. To begin with we wanted to put the skip hire yard down here, but we didn’t manage to get the planning approved, so we went on to build the factory you see today.”

Richard runs the company alongside his sem-retired father and a team of twelve Men. At one stage he employed 20 workers, but after the economical climate took a turn for the worst over recent years, Richard knew that development and diversity within the company was necessary: “My turnover for the first two years after the Sutton yard was built was exceptionally good, but things began to gradually drop off and I knew that we needed to start bringing in different areas of trade. The fencing and shed

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market has, and always will be a summer trade; it’s never been busy in the winter. We included the skip hire, roofing and building side of things to accommodate those unavoidable quieter months.”

To expand the company further, Richard decided to stock KDM products in early 2007; in that year Bentinck fencing bought around £25,000 worth of stock from them and in 2009 Richard estimates that number to have risen to around £55,000, proving that things are indeed, on the up. Although Richard admits that KDM wasn’t perhaps the cheapest option, he has nothing but positive things to say about their service: “They’re so reliable; when you want something, it is always available to you, without fail. At our Sutton yard, we now incorporate a small KDM showroom, so people can see exactly what they’re getting before they commit to buy. We find that the more products we have on show, the more we sell. You can show a customer any number of brochures, but it’s not like seeing the real thing.”

Like many well-established fencing contractors, Richard has been in the trade for as long as he can remember, he tells us: “I’ve never wanted to do anything else, to be honest I’ve never known anything else. I’ve accomplished so much here, but of all my achievements I’m most proud of having built this factory from nothing.”

On site, Richard and his team manufacture garden buildings and fence panels, as well as operating a sawmill. They offer new and existing customers a free quotation

service and can also cater for small landscaping projects. “We can see a job through from the quotation stage, right through to the fitting itself. We have two delivery vehicles and two fitting vehicles so we are more than capable to tackle any large job. Our range of garden sheds, which are often our most popular products, are sold at Reg Taylor Garden Centre in Southwell, Nottinghamshire, which means that more and more customers are accessible to us.”

Where business is concerned, there’s very little that Richard doesn’t know; the pride he has for his company is clear for all to see and it transcends through to the work he does. He tells us: “I’m in this for the long term. If you set up a business nowadays and think in five years I’ll be in and out, it just won’t work. You have got to dedicate at least 20 years of your life if you want to be a successful within the fencing industry.”

That is exactly what Richard has done, and the proof is very much in the pudding.

Bentinck Fencing Park Lane Kirkby in Ashfield Notts NG17 9LF

Tel: 01623 754040

Richard Smith


company news

• FSC Certified Chestnut Fencing• Post & Rail• *NEW* Torry Post & Rail• Contractors Fencing• Hurdles• *NEW* Torry Panel Fencing

Tel: 01795 886020 Fax: 01795 886196

Email: [email protected] our new website: www.torryhill.co.uk

We are pleased to announce that we can now offer (100%) FSC Pure Certified Chestnut Fencing

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Each spring the Torry Hill woodlands are an amazing and captivating display of bluebells . The bluebell is a species traditionally associated with managed ancient woodland, particularly those that have been regularly coppiced . Coppicing is the oldest form of woodland management and the regular cutting and regrowth creates a habitat where bluebells and other wildlife can thrive .

The Torry Hill estate consists of 1,000 acres of beautiful woodland near Doddington, Kent. The coppiced timber is used to make the large range of chestnut fencing products that Torry Hill Chestnut fencing produces and supplies to its large client base. This outlet for the timber ensures that the woodlands are managed and the bluebells flourish. Customers of Torry Hill Chestnut fencing know that they are buying a well made traditional product and at the same time are

helping to preserve the bluebells.

“Bluebells are the most iconic plant in the Torry Hill chestnut woods,” said John Leigh-Pemberton, owner of Torry Hill Chestnut fencing. “In April and May newly cut cants are a carpet of blue with hundreds of flowers per square metre. The beautiful flowers and wildlife that, quite literally come to life after the coppicing process, are a sign that timber harvesting can truly benefit woodland.”

According to Canterbury Cathedral’s records, by the year 1200 there were already large areas of chestnut coppice in Kent, and the 1801 Ordnance Survey map shows outlines for the Torry Hill woodlands similar to those of today; evidence of hundreds of years of continuous traditional management.

The chestnut coppicing industry expanded during the 19th Century due to a huge demand for hop poles

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from the brewing industry and more recently the Torry Hill woods were much improved in the first half of the 20th century by Douglas Leigh-Pemberton. He set about improving the woodlands by removing most of the ‘standard’ trees, ‘working over’ the woods by removing other species to make stands of pure

chestnut and planting up gaps to create the tightly stocked woods that now produce a high number of very straight poles per acre.

For more information visit www .torryhill .co .uk

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company news

WAYlAnd BRAnd comInG thRoUGh stRonGlY foR contInentAl WoodNEW WESTERHAM PANEL PROVES GREAT SUCCESS

Last December Continental Wood launched the new Westerham fully framed Waney panel under the Wayland brand and this has proved to be a real winner with their customers. They like the extra stability provided by extra battens front and back and also the fact that full size 36x16 battens are used to ensure no loss of integrity and despite this the price as has not increased as a result

NEW WALL CHART STYLE BROCHURE

Equally the New brochure which doubles as a useful Wall chart to display in stockist’s premises has also proved to be a great success. The Wall chart reflects the revised Wayland range which features only proven sellers so important in avoiding cash being tied up in dead stock during the current difficult economic climate. The range includes only quality products such as their Continental panels and market leading Lattice manufactured by their Latvian sister company CED, which is part of the Byko Group.

WHY NOT COMBINE WITH SOFTWOOD PRODUCTS

Continental Wood Products Ltd is one of the largest stockists of Softwood products in the UK. Sourced from our own Sawmills in Estonia, Latvia, and Sweden, we hold a large range of sizes and lengths and offer Kiln Dried, regularised softwood graded to C16/24. Treated roofing batten, CLS, formwork and Long Lengths are also offered, for delivery in full and mixed loads. Softwood products and Wayland fencing are all stocked at Baltic Wharf, Creeksea, so combining loads is an obvious solution for the business that like to keep stocks to a manageable level.

If you would like to know more about Wayland then why not contact us o 01959 562181 and we will be glad to discuss matters in more detail .


machinery

Summer Meadow Landscapes has built an impressive reputation in the counties of Buckinghamshire, Northamptonshire and Bedfordshire during the past 12 years . ‘We do pretty much everything in landscaping work,’ says Mark Smith, who started the company on his own following an apprenticeship in landscaping at Moulton College, but which now operates with three men .

Recently Mark won a contract which required over 2000 fence posts and as a result he invested in a Kanga P1 Post Puncher. ‘We needed it particularly because of where we were working. It was in woodland and there was limited space. Up until then we had put in all of our posts manually and had never used a post puncher, but this has helped so much.’ Mark has found that the P1 has been a tremendous asset to the business since purchasing in January and is now utilising the post puncher on many of the smaller jobs his company is undertaking in the area. When he was looking at which machine to

use he was impressed by what the Kanga Post Puncher had to offer. ‘It’s certainly not the cheapest machine on the market but it does the job that we want doing, and it does it very well. It is an extremely well made machine and is very ease to use.’ Mark is also impressed with the service and sales assistance he has received from Kanga. ‘They really couldn’t have been more helpful. I cannot fault either the machine or the people involved with Kanga. I would definitely recommend the P1 Post Puncher to anyone else. The Kanga may not be the cheapest machine around – but I wasn’t interested in buying cheap anyway – it is a tremendous addition to the service we offer and also makes our job less strenuous than it has been in the past.

SUMMER MEADOW LANDSCAPES Mark Smith Mob: 07801 434042 m .smith351@btinternet .com

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Post Puncher in action


machinery

Bobcat has expanded the selection of attachments for the company’s excavators with the launch of the new TR05 Tilt-Rotator . Part of a complete range of Tilt-Rotator attachments for Bobcat excavators, the TR05 Tilt-Rotator is now approved for use on the Bobcat E32 and E35 excavators . It is accompanied by a wide range of Tilt-Rotator attachments such as grading and digging buckets, cable buckets, asphalt cutters, ripper teeth and hydraulic grabs .

The increased flexibility and versatility at the end of the excavator boom provided by the Tilt-Rotator system with the appropriate attachment helps to maximise excavator productivity in a wider range of applications. The Tilt-Rotator also reduces the time taken on the job as manual labour is virtually eliminated and the number of carrier repositionings is dramatically reduced. In addition, fuel consumption is reduced and

ground disturbance is also kept to a minimum.

The mounting system for the attachment on the Tilt-Rotator is the standard S40 hydraulic quick coupler system with an auxiliary circuit to operate hydraulic attachments such as the grabs. The operator is able to change between non-hydraulic attachments on the Tilt-Rotator by pressing two switches simultaneously in the cab, without having to leave the seat.

Unique Bobcat ‘Plug-and-Play’ System

Bobcat has utilised well-proven ‘Plug-and-Play’ technology from the company’s compact loaders, ensuring maximum precision and efficiency. An ACD (Attachment Control Device), built into the Tilt-Rotator, receives its information from a controller in the machine over a 7-pin connection, the same as that used for ACD-controlled Bobcat loader attachments. The

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standard joysticks on the excavator are replaced with dedicated Tilt-Rotator joysticks incorporating all additional functions and allowing the operator to engage or disengage the Tilt-Rotator functions safely and easily.

Unlike other systems on the market, the Tilt-Rotator can be operated

immediately, once the Deluxe Control kit (including the joysticks and controller) has been installed on the excavators. No calibration or fine tuning is needed on the job site.

For more information visit www .bobcat .com


machinery

PROTECH MACHINERYTRACKED POST DRIVERS – A ONE MAN FENCING MACHINE, SAVE LABOUR, FUEL AND TIME!!





COMPACT FORTRANSPORT

250KG HAMMER WEIGHT

800MM TELESCOPICSIDESHIFT

TELESCOPIC MAST OPTION FOR 10FT POSTS

Lots of grass to cut and little time to spare? A problem faced by many homeowners with large gardens and one that Kubota’s new T1880 ride-on mower is designed to solve . The T1880 builds on Kubota’s reputation for quality and reliability with more power, a wider cutting width, and a mulching facility to put an end to emptying grass boxes .

Powered by an 18hp petrol engine and with features such as hydrostatic transmission (HST) with a single pedal making speed and directional changes smooth and easy, cruise control for a constant mowing speed and a one-step parking brake, the T1880 is both simple to drive and easy to operate. The cutting

height can be adjusted from 25-102mm using a simple dial system at the base of the

operator’s seat f o r

smooth, easy transition from fine lawn work to rougher, wilder areas of the garden.

This outstanding new mower incorporates a full flat operator platform for easy mounting and dismounting, an easily adjustable high back seat and Kubota’s exclusive ‘Cushion Ride’ suspension system which utilises two spring-loaded shock absorbers connected to the driver’s platform for a smooth, comfortable ride.

SPONSORSHIP SECURES KUBOTA TRACTOR FOR

GLOUCESTER RUGBY CLUB

As the groundsmen of any Premiership team will tell you, the quality of the pitch can have a big effect on the

quality of play and with this in mind Gloucester

Rugby Club has added a secret weapon to its groundcare capabilities – in the form of a 36hp Kubota STV36 compact

tractor, which will be

used to keep its 9,000 sq m pitch in tip-top condition.

Head groundsman, Dave Balmer explains how the right equipment for the job is essential for quality pitch maintenance: “Maintaining a Premiership rugby pitch requires a lot of hard work, so

with this in mind, I immediately contacted Richard Phelps at Buckland Garden Machinery, our local Kubota dealership, to see if he could help. It quickly became apparent that the STV36 compact tractor was perfect for our requirements.”

Kubota’s Tractor & Groundcare Division recently celebrated 30 years in the UK and Ireland. Throughout this period it has remained at the forefront of the market for compact tractors and ride-on mowers, as well as being the global leader in the sub 50hp tractor sector.

Visit www .kubota .co .uk for more information

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machinery

Faster – Tighter – Easier – Safer

Please contact: John Mob: 07966 285240 or Steve Mob: 07931 511090www.quickfencer.com • email: [email protected]

• Four strand barb wire unroller, will take 4x2000 mtr rolls of barb wire. Can be retro fitted to existing machine

• Available with postdriver backshift. Choice of Masts

• Bryce, Malone, Wrag and others• All machines will take 2 x500 mtr or 2 x300, or 3 x100, rolls of net• Horse and Deer version available• Re-rolling attachment (roll wire back the same diameter) as the original• 7 day money back guarantee (subject to terms and excludes return carriage)• NEW PLAIN WIRE MACHINE capable of rolling out and tensioning up to 12 lines and taking

6x 3000 metre rolls at once

Thanks to the unique new Selectable Joystick Control (SJC) option, the Bobcat T110 now offers a top speed of 13 .5 km/h, making it the fastest compact tracked loader in this class on the market .

55% higher than that in the single speed system, the new top speed is part of a two-speed option offered by the SJC system, allowing for faster cycle times between dig and dump sites as well as speedier transit from one jobsite to another. In addition, a speed management system (SMS) allows the operator to match travel speed to job requirements in order to optimise attachment performance and provide even more precise control of machine movements in tight areas.

The SMS can be used to pre-set the speed desired when working with specific attachments such as tillers and trenchers.

The SJC system provides easy front auxiliary hydraulics operation with a choice between variable flow, allowing for slow-to-fast movement of auxiliary hydraulic functions, and continuous flow, which allows for a constant flow of auxiliary hydraulic oil to an attachment. The SJC system also has a float feature for levelling the ground surface.

Visit www .bobcat .eu for more information

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A new combination of Thatcham-accredited anti-theft systems from Enigma Vehicle Systems Plc and Meck Lock has led to the recovery of a telehandler from L Lynch Plant Hire with five suspects arrested, within 24 hours of the telehandler being stolen from the site of a Lynch customer in Northamptonshire .

A nationwide hire company, Lynch has chosen to protect the company’s plant hire fleet with the new joint system that combines the benefits of the Skyline satellite tracking and security system from Enigma and the hydraulic anti-theft system from Meck Lock simultaneously.

Merrill Lynch, Plant Director at L Lynch Plant Hire, said: “As

thAtchAm - APPRoVed secURItY sYstems foIl theft

demonstrated by this fast recovery of one of our fleet telehandlers, the new joint system from Enigma and Meck Lock provides several layers of protection to both discourage and thwart potential plant and machinery thieves. We are very reassured by the investment we have made in Skyline and Meck Lock to protect the Lynch fleet.”

The Meck Lock system can be fitted to any vehicle or machine with a hydraulic system and works by isolating the hydraulic flow using a patented key-operated mechanical system. The key has 60 million combinations and cannot be copied.

www .enigmavehicle .co .uk


contractors

Specialist supplier of treated and untreated traditionally peeled round and half round post and rails.

The Compound, Wem Industrial EstateSoulton Road, Wem, Shropshire, SY4 5SDTel: 01939 235720Fax: 01939 235477www.davidjprice.co.uk

D. J. PRICE Timber& Fencing Supplies

Delivery throughout the UK by crane lorry for your convenience

Now in stock - 8ft & 9ft rustic poles.

TIMBER MERCHANTS & SAWMILLS • ESTABLISHED 1876

Nether Lane, HazelwoodBelper, Derbyshire DE56 4AP

Tel 01773 550 055Fax 01773 550 543

www.hingleytimber.co.uk

WE ArE PLEAsED to BE AssociAtED WitH i.D. fENciNg ANDWisH tHEm coNtiNuED succEss for tHE futurE

restoration timbersconstruction timbers

industrial & civil Engineering timbersBespoke flooring & Decking

Air-dried & Kiln-dried seasoned oakfencing • gates • Wood chip

treatment • Landscaping timbers

English Timber in round or cut to size fencing and constructional timber

Ian Oulton and David Smith founded ID Fencing in 2005 when they were in their early twenties; after sacrificing their secured and well-paid jobs at another fencing firm, to go into business together and begin their exciting, and yet somewhat daunting journey .

In just five years, however, the pair has managed to outdo the majority of their local competitors, and secure bigger and more varied work. David tells us about their largest job to date: “We’ve got an ongoing contract with GR Pykett Ltd who sell agricultural tractors; they bought a 180 acre farm a couple of years ago and we’ve done all the fencing work on that and will be carrying out the next stage in the very near future.”

After growing up on his family’s farm, Ian had always expected to one day run it himself, but admits that: “The

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some days we’ll be out for 7 o’clock but we wont be getting back till half 7 at night and we’ve still got prices to sort out when we get home on top of it all. Hopefully in 5 or 10 years we can take a more directorial role and sit back knowing that it has all stemmed from our manual work in these early years, which will undoubtedly give us a bigger sense of achievement.”

That sense of achievement is once again certified by the consistent amount of work the company continues to secure. And when asked about the recession the pair are surprisingly upbeat; “We haven’t experienced many problems,” Ian explains, “A lot of people who I spoke to in the building and joinery trade have been out of work and have been hit the hardest. As soon as the recession came about and everyone started panicking about being laid off and what not, our industry seemed to go mad. I mean we had five or six calls everyday to go out and look at a job. And usually three out of five of those jobs we would end up doing because we price things reasonably.”

Both Ian and Dave have done an NVQ Level 2 in fencing and are currently doing the level 3 course. James Burton who they have employed for 2 days a week over the last year, in-between his studies at college, will hopefully be employed full-time in the

very near future and will be studying his Level 2 NVQ very shortly.

So what is next for ID fencing? “Where work is concerned we’re going to be starting a job at Ecton, near Hartington, for Natural England soon,” said Dave. “But on a more personal level we’re hoping to constantly expand; we want to set more people on and get to a point where we can send other men out to look at a job and we can become more office based.”

If the last five years are anything to go by, those dreams will very soon, be a reality.

ID Fencing Midlands Ltd www .idfencers .com Office: 01629 825089 / 01773 783870 Mobile: 07970 206414

Ian Oulton and David Smith

money just wasn’t there, there’s plenty of work involved but not enough money. I had always wanted to do it, but I knew it wouldn’t have paid like the fencing work.”

ID fencing now deals in various types of fencing; from domestic panels, to security wire meshing and are highly

recommended within the agricultural equine division. Ian and David have also incorporated landscaping into the business, as well as a small amount of forestry work. Just last year, they began selling logs locally and have since built up a strong customer base. David explains: “The logs are cut from what has been ripped out from a forestry job. We’re hoping in the future to build a big storage shed for that side of the business and if the popularity of the logs continues to grow, I expect we’ll need to employ someone solely for that purpose.”

Now at just 29 and 27 years of age, Ian and David are able to enjoy the luxury of working for themselves, although they do insist its not all play, David admits: “Everyone thinks its easier, but you do need to put the work in, or you wont reap any benefits; we both work really hard,


company profile

Barry and Neil Thompson are like most siblings; they look alike, they sound alike and they have the same work ethic when it comes to business; their business .

Thompson fencing Services Ltd (TfS) are a specialist-fencing contractor, specialising in the supply and installation of timber and steel fencing products; from small-bespoke domestic work to large commercial contracts. Eldest brother Barry explains a bit about their history; “Initially we started with just timber fencing in the neighbouring yard, but we’ve progressed greatly since then, we now deal with steel & timber fencing, sheds, decking and all levels of security fencing.”

The company was established over thirty years ago, but really began to expand in the early nineties when it introduced steel fencing onto it’s ‘to do’ list. Since then the business has propelled into to a widely regarded, highly recognised sub-contractor.

“The majority of our work comes from

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“By completing the questionnaire, it shows that our company is completely competent in all areas; that we have no reservations and maintain strong health and safety regulations, quality assurance, equal opportunities-everything really” Neil Explained, “This applies to most major business nowadays too”.

The brother’s council work is pivotal for the companies marketing and advertising, Barry explains more, “Our ongoing council work has been very beneficial for us as well as the LA’s we work with. Using Supply Chain Management systems (SCM’s), we have sustained our existing customers over a very long period of time. As a company we are known to be reliable and trustworthy, we always finish a job on time, which is obviously imperative in any contract work. Especially when this kind of work can get a bad reputation at times with the ‘two men in a white van’ stereotype, an assumption we of course want to get rid of through our ongoing professional work ethic.”

One thing the brothers insist on agreeing on is the standard of their work, especially where their timber is concerned; “The CCA ban on arsenic never really affected us; we only ever use fSC treatment which is a friendly treatment because there’s no acid in it, it’s not harmful to the product and ensures higher quality. Importantly, it’s also environmentally friendly, as is the timber, which is from Sourced Timber Products. We don’t really store the timber for long either, we buy in from Scotland and the turn around is usually about six weeks.”

The word ‘expansion’ is never far from the brothers’ lips, in fact it’s high on their list of priorities, “We would love to expand the company which will require investment” says

Barry, “Over the next year and half we want to really grow. Meaning that we would have to increase the number of staff we employ and the facilities we have on site. New tendering methods such as e-tendering can provide us with a platform for expansion and can also help form partnerships with construction companies to whom we can offer a competitive and high quality service on larger bids. The recent investment in Hull for the BSf programme for example offers further opportunities for growth.”

TfS Ltd currently cover over a hundred mile radius, stretching as far as Nottingham but both brothers feel the need to work further a field; “We are actually widening our scope at the minute as well as bringing in new staff with new ideas and ambitions to help drive the company forward in the present market. Due to our high standards and reputation with a large portfolio of customers we can rely greatly on positive word mouth from our existing clients accompanied with our excellent local reputation” said Neil, “Ours is an independent company, which we have long preferred, now as the market evolves and tendering becomes more internet based however, TfS are always looking to merge/partner with a number of construction companies to help deliver on large projects”.

Thompson’s Fencing Services Ltd 7/9 Thomas Street Holderness Road Hull HU9 1EH

Tel 01482 228133 Email: enquiries@thompsonsfencing .co .uk

www .thompsonsfencing .co .uk

large companies such as Hobson and Porter Builders, Kier, Connaught and Kingston Works Ltd”, said Neil, “Recently however, we’ve been dealing primarily with City Councils including Kirklees, Leeds, Bradford and Barnsley. To carry out work for the council, you must complete an in depth PPQ (Pre-Qualification Questionnaire) and fulfil all the requirements.”

So what exactly does this involve?

Barry Thompson


company profile

Juhagreen sawn construction

grade oakused sleeperSgreen sawn sleeper

grade oak

kiln and air dried oak other untreated hardwoods

oak cladding and boards

green sawn fencing grade oak

sawn treated / untreatedsoftwoods

For Service, Quality &

Exceptional Prices

Felcourt Farm, Felcourt, East Grinstead, West Sussex, RH19 2LQ

Tel 01342 834 554www.juha.co.uk

We are pleased to be associated with Timberclick and wish them continued success for the future

new softwood sleeperssoftwood fencing

We are pleased to be associated with Timberclick and wish them continued success for the future

Importers and distributors of quality

forest products

MDM TiMber LTDHoward Chase

Pipps Hill, basildon essex SS14 3be

Sales 0845 130 4636

www.mdmtimber.co.uk

• Joinery• Structural Timber• Fencing• Decking• Machined Timber

We work in an age-old industry, and it’s rare to meet someone who’s found a way of moving with the times and really doing things differently – but in Stuart Bonomy, we’ve found such a man .

With a family heritage in timber, Stuart decided to turn 85 year-old ‘Channel Woodcraft Ltd’ into something exciting that would make the competition with other merchants much easier to win.

“I first got the idea for Timberclick when I started researching an ecommerce site. I realised there was a gap in the market and as there were no other online timber merchants, I decided we’d be the first.”

Now into its fourth year, Stuart’s business continues to boom, he tells me, “We started out running the business from our base in folkestone Kent, but we soon started getting enquiries for products outside the South-East – so the next stage of development was to set up relationships with partnering merchants in other areas, so that they could process orders online and

we could service those orders.” from then on, the online business has grown, and although the company continues to operate as a traditional merchant, servicing online orders and local trade and retail customers, their bread and butter work comes through Timberclick’s online service.

So, what makes online trading so special? “People are using the internet more and more for shopping – it’s easier, it’s less hassle and for people who find walking into a trade environment when they don’t know much about what they want, they can avoid the embarrassment. With Timberclick, people can have a look at what we’ve got, do a bit of research and buy products all from the comfort of their own home”, Stuart tells me.

It’s easy to see why Stuart has such confidence in his enterprise, offering a unique service and being one of the most prominent online timber merchants in the UK.

Timberclick’s main products are landscaping materials such as

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decking, timber and fencing, though the company sells a lot of materials used for constructing sheds, such as claddings and timbers for framing. Mind you, Stuart’s got no plans to start diversifying right, left and centre “we do what we’re good at, what we know so won’t start selling any old thing.”

So many of us feel a huge sense of achievement when we launch our first website but nowadays, having one just isn’t enough. To impress potential customers it needs to be informative, attractive – and most importantly, up to date. With his website being the be-all and end-all of his business, Stuart has taken measures to ensure that his site is continually maintained and updated:

“Since the development of the website began back in 2006, we’ve made many changes, constantly evolving to make sure that it functions in the best way possible, it’s a full-time job. from the way it looks and how it’s presented, to the way it’s marketed as well as the mix of product we have online it all has to be current.”

And it’s not just the website which has to be maintained, with a considerable amount of investment going to updating modern plant and technology, as well as a working sawmill – not to mention having to barter with prices

and ensure that all timber is from a sustainable source.

Owned by a combination of forces from Channel Woodcraft Ltd, Juha Holopainen of Juha.Co.Uk Ltd and new partner Simon Lawson of Lawson’s Timber Merchants in London, there’s a hugely supportive network in place for anyone who wants to get onboard - the latest of which is Newport-based Monmouthshire Timber, who are about to launch their new online store.

There are many parts of the timber industry that remain stuck in the dark ages. And while it’s wonderful to see businesses that have been going for decades, even centuries, many do a great job but fall by the wayside by failing to get themselves ‘out there’. Stuart sets an example in that you can maintain all the integrity and morals that come with tradition, but if there’s one thing for sure, it’s that there is a new way to trade as Stuart says, “Ecommerce is the future”.

For more information, visit www .timberclick .com or call 01303 850231 .

To find out about Timberclick’s specialist cedar products visit www .timberclickcedar .com .


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For more information please contact:

Tel: 0161 941 4141 0161 980 8080

Email: [email protected]@landmac.co.uk

Landscape and Highway Machinery

13hp Honda Engine20hp Honda Engine19hp Kubota Diesel

Attachments: BucketsAugersTrenchers etc. Sale includes 5,000 square foot factory with large yard and fully

equipped for manufacturing purposes.

We manufacture: Bowtop / Railings / Gates Cantilever Gates / Sliding Gates / Automation

We have a large contracting side of the business with numerous blue chip companies including ICI, Shell and BNFL.

Reason for sale owner wants to retire and is looking for a quick sale.All offers considered (this company will be sold from the best offer).

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ConFor discussed a fresh approach to forestry with Huw Irranca-Davies, MP, England’s minister for forestry, on a visit to Pontrilas sawmill .

Rupert Pigot, Confor’s head of policy said: “The minister understands that forests and wood can play an important role in a low-carbon economy, and we discussed how that can be maximised at a time of shrinking public expenditure.”

High on the agenda was how reducing the regulatory burden on forestry and stimulating markets can help deliver new planting of productive conifer and hardwood forests, and support truly sustainable forest management. Linked to this was the need to ensure that wood is utilised for its greatest carbon and jobs benefit.

Rupert and Edward Hickman, chief executive of Pontrilas Timber highlighted the need to make best use of the resource that we have: “We need action to bring more woodland into management, to encourage the greater use of wood in construction

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and to deliver increased new planting through a simplified regulatory system”, said Edward.

The meeting with the minister was one in a series of meetings with key politicians ahead of the forthcoming general election. They provide the opportunity to set out the policy direction Confor would like to see from the next parliament and to highlight the present concerns of the industry.

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Snows Timber were proud sponsors of the England ladies team which included Avril Withyman from Clevedon based West Country timber merchant Staddons, in the World Sea Shore fishing Championships held in Budva, Montenegro recently. The England ladies team won the silver medal in the team event and Sherryl Bellfield

won the silver in the individual positions.

Snows marketing Manager, Barry Shrimpton, said, “Our branches are used to supporting local football teams – but this sponsorship reflected our genuinely national aspirations!”

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The Snows-sponsored England Ladies Fishing team receiving their award


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In the hot seAt AndY hodGe

Newspaper you read: Telegraph

Favourite sport: Rugby Union, Particularly Internationals, Bath or Bristol matches

Pound or Euro: Pound

Name : Andy Hodge

Married/Children: Married to Camille 3 Children - Brynony 18, William 16 and Joshua 8

Position/Company: European Director of Marketing for Osmose Timber Technologies

Previous Employment: Cut my teeth in the timber industry working for Mallinson Denny, Hunter Timber, Jewsons and Rentokil PLC.

What do you consider the main issues affecting the fencing and landscaping industry: Timber is a great product with excellent working properties; it is preferred by consumers and specifiers alike. Quality, performance and education are the key factors the industry needs to keep in focus to ensure long term customer satisfaction.

What’s been your best idea: Undertaking a MBA

And your worst: Undertaking a MBA

What do you like about Fencing and Landscaping News: It is an informative magazine that really gives all aspects of the fencing market segment a voice.

Favourite film: Any film by Woody Allen

Beer or Wine: Both, however wine is becoming the more favoured tipple.

Favourite Food: Sushi

Favourite saying: Don’t take life too seriously; You will never get out of it alive.

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RolAWn APPoInt mcnAIR As KeY dIstRIBUtoRRolawn, the UK’s largest turf grower and leading topsoil supplier have appointed McNair Building & Timber Merchants as their Platinum Partner distributor for Glasgow and surrounding area .

McNair have been established in Kirkintilloch for over 25 years and are a major supplier of building, roofing, timber, garden, landscaping and general construction material for both trade and retail customers. It has built a reputation for delivering products combined with quality service.

Under the new agreement, McNair will stock the complete Rolawn range that includes turf, lawn seed and fertiliser, topsoil and bark. In addition a delivery service for both trade and retail customers will also be provided.

Cedric McMillan, Rolawn’s Sales & Marketing Director commented: “We are extremely pleased to appoint McNair as we have enjoyed a long standing relationship and the agreement will result in opportunities for development. The agreement also highlights our desire to develop long term relationships which is key to our philosophy in our drive to build on our market leading position.”

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It’s A doGs lIfe At RolAWnHelen Redwood, Website Manager at Rolawn, Britain’s largest turf grower and leading topsoil supplier has taken advantage of the recent weather as she races Siberian Huskies .

Helen, a member of the Siberian Husky Club or Great Britain (SHCGB) owns five Siberian Huskies and regularly participates in national rallies. She also helps organise the Arden Grange and SHCGB Aviemore Sled Dog rally, the largest sled dog event in the UK which attracts over 200 teams.

Helen commented “The most rewarding aspects of owning Siberian Huskies is seeing the tremendous enthusiasm on their faces when being worked in a harness, especially on snow. Sled dogs run because they love it. Usually we race on three-wheeled rigs, but this winter we’ve been fortunate enough to hold four events on snow using sleds.”

www .siberianhuskyclub .com

Nobel Peace-Prize winning charity MAG (Mines Advisory Group) is offering adventurous fundraisers the chance to experience world-famous landscapes and have a direct impact on the lives of landmine survivors .

In November 2010 MAG will be taking a team of people to Cambodia where, after a few days trekking through the jungle on Kulen Mountain and taking in the ancient site of Ankor Wat, their real challenge begins. Participants of MAG’s Community Challenge Cambodia 2010 will then spend four days building a house for a family in a small village in Siem Reap province, one of the most heavily landmine-contaminated areas of the country.

Lisa french, herself a survivor of an explosion after being injured on the Tavistock Square bus targeted in the 7/7 attacks, also supported MAG by taking part in last year’s event; “Community Challenge Cambodia was the most remarkable experience of my life, and such a privilege to be involved in a project that really changes the lives of Cambodians affected by the horrific injuries caused by landmines,” Lisa said.

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Rolawn, the UK’s largest turf grower and leading topsoil supplier have appointed The London Lawn Turf Co as a Platinum Partner distributor for South East London, Kent and East Sussex .

London Lawn Turf Company, operating from depots in Hackbridge Surrey, Kingsbury, North West

London and Hillingdon, West London has been supplying, preparing and laying quality turf throughout London and the Home Counties for over twenty years.

Under the agreement, The London Lawn Turf Co will operate from the same premises as Rolawn’s former Depot at Polhill Garden Centre,

Sevenoaks and will stock the complete Rolawn range that includes turf, lawn seed and fertiliser, topsoil, compost and bark.

Cedric McMillan, Rolawn’s Sales & Marketing Director commented “The transfer was a logical progression and the continuity of location and key personnel

will result in opportunities for development. The agreement also highlights our desire to develop long term relationships which is core to our philosophy in our drive to build on our market leading position.”

www .rolawn .co .uk

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The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) in the South West, the Royal Society of Architects in Wales (RSAW) and the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) are delighted to announce an ideas competition to design a potential third Severn crossing for architects, engineers and students studying in those subjects at universities across the region .

The competition, ‘Linking the Lands’ was launched last month across the South West and Wales. Mary Whittington, Chair RIBA

Wessex, said: “The RIBA are thrilled to be partnering with the Institution of Civil Engineers on this unique collaboration which

reinforces the close relationship between our professions, and will prompt innovative and imaginative concepts for a real infrastructure challenge for the South

West and Wales”.

Pierre Wassenaar, President of the Royal Society of Architects in

Above photo courtesy of the Royal Society of Architects in Wales

Wales, said: “What could be more fitting for the RSAW in 2010 as we continue to expand on our theme of ‘connection’, than to celebrate this fantastic competition for a further link between Wales and England.”

The shortlist of entries will be announced in May and will form the basis of an exhibition which will subsequently be shown in Cardiff and Bristol. The winner of each category will be announced at the launch night of the exhibition in Cardiff in June 2010.


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ACCESS BARRIERSAlexandra Security Products 0870 8501112 Sales Traffic barriers, parking posts,bollards and traffic flow platesf H Brundle 01708 25 35 45 Sales Traffic barriers, parking posts and bollardsProcter Concrete and fencing Products 0113 2862586 Jason Torvill Manual traffic barriers, bollards etc. www.fencingmaterials.co.ukCHAINLINK FENCINGAnderton Concrete 01606 79436 Sales Office Chainlink to BS1722 and fittingsCrowthorne fencing & Timber Suppliers 01234 273077 Sales Office EXTENSIVE RANGEOf ALL THINGS CHAINLINK – the solution provider!f H Brundle 01708 25 35 45 Sales full range of chainlink fencingGaurdian Wire Ltd 0161 6246020 Sales Dept full range of chainlink fencingJohn Chirnside & Sons Ltd 01732 882 367 Sales full range of chainlink fencing & gatesProcter Concrete & fencing Products 0113 2862586 Jason Torvill Chainlink, posts, fittings, barbed wire, razor wire www.fencingmaterials.co.ukCHESTNUT PALE MANUFACTURERS AND STOCKISTSCWP fencing 07985 298221 Colin Roots Chestnut materials and fencing, Sussex post and cleft railEstate fencing Ltd 0142 4882888 Sales Dept Chestnut fencing and stakesE. 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[email protected] FENCING AND TIMBERBatsford Timber Ltd 01985 219555 Sales www.batsfordtimber.co.uk 01608 651096Calders & Grandidge 01205 358886 Sales www.caldersandgrandidge.comHfS Timber 01604 581444 Sales www.hfstimber.co.ukH J Webb & Son 01793 783879 Jez Webb www.webbswood.co.ukDECKING AND ACCESSORIESKDM International Ltd 01473 276900 Sales Importers, Stockist and Distributors of Deck boards, Spindles, Newels, Handrails and JoistsSmee Timber Ltd 01606 55 55 00 Sales Hardwood and Softwood Decking www.smeetimber.comENGLISH OAK SUPPLIERSA & J Scott Ltd 01668 217288 Ian Barfoot Cut Oak beams, suppliers of all grades of Oak round timbers www.ajscott.co.ukD & C fencing Contractors 0800 5424037 David fisher Suppliers of all Crash Barrier Supplies including ArmcoJohn Brooke Ltd 01664 823103 Sales All oak fencing and beam requirementsCorwen forestry Timber Products Ltd 01490 440316 Sales All oak fencing and beam requirementsA.J Charlton & Sons 0137 3812521 Sales All oak fencing and beam cut to required sizesA Hingley & Son Ltd 01773 550055 John Hingley All oak fencing requirementsLinnell Bros Ltd 0132 7857217 Roger Linnell All oak fencing requirementsMorgan Timber 0163 4290909 Sales Dept All types, sawn or machined, from our sawmillNelson Butler & Son Ltd 01507 523451 Carl Butler Cutting fencing, Joinery & Beam Oak, from our own sawmillTimberStore - Beaconsfield 01494 671921 Sales Beam & fencing grades cut to your requirements.TimberStore - Crawley 01342 717155 Sales Beam & fencing grades cut to your requirements.Jon Walker Timber Products 0115 9655150 Jon Walker All oak fencing requirements www.jonwalkertimber.co.ukEUROPEAN FENCING SUPPLIESAshley Timber 01274 832700 Sales Office Importers and distributors of European timber products. [email protected] Timber Products 01797 344422 Sales Importers, stockist and distributors of continental fencing and gates www.dacotimber.comKDM International Ltd 01473 276900 Sales Importers, Stockist and Distributors of Screen, Gates, Lattice and Border panelsFITTINGS, TOOLS AND ACCESSORIESBritish Gates & Timber Ltd 01580 291555 Sales Office All types of fittings, tools and accessories availableCorwen forestry Timber Products Ltd 01490 440316 Sales All types AvailableCrowthorne fencing & Timber Suppliers 01234 273077 Sales Office The Solution Provider!Procter Concrete & fencing Products 0113 2862586 Jason Torvill fence and Gate fittings www.fencingmaterials.co.ukGARDEN FURNITURE AND STRUCTURESKDM International Ltd 01473 276900 Sales Importers, Stockist and Distributors of Softwood furniture, Arches and PergolasGENERAL FENCE MANUFACTURERSAlexandra Security Products 0870 8501112 Sales full range of fittings, tools and accessoriesAkinsons fencing 01977 550 441 Sales All types of timber fencing www.atkinsonsfencing.co.ukBritish Gates & Timber Ltd 01580 291555 Sales Office High quality pressure treated fencing availableCharles Ransfords Sawmills 01588 638331 Sales Dept Domestic, agricultural and highways fencing. Specialist acoustic suppliers. www.ransfords.co.ukCorwen forestry Timber Products Ltd 01490 440316 Sales full range of pressure-treated fencingDerek fox & Sons 01772 784626 Sales One stop suppliers and gate manufacturers. www.derekfoxtimber.co.ukGaurdian Wire Ltd 0161 6246020 Sales Dept All types of fencing availableGWR Agricultural fencing Suppliers 01939 234880 Sales Traditional and peeled treated fencingIAE fencing 01538 755888 Sales Office full range of standard & bespoke steel fencingJohn Brooke Ltd 01664 823103 Sales full range of pressure-treated fencingA.E Evans 0197 8710455 Sales Office Machine rounded and traditionally peeled treated fencingWestern Log Group 0163 9896715 Tony Evans Pressure treated fencingCarron Bridge Sawmill 01848 331661 Sales Office full range of fencing slats and materialsJon Walker Timber Products 0115 9655150 Jon Walker All types of pressure treated fencing www.jonwalkertimber.co.ukStewart Timber Products 01236 727776 Sales Office www.stewartfencing.co.ukCalders & Grandidge 01205 358866 Sales Office Residential, Agricultural, Highways fencing – pressure treatedM & M Timber Co Ltd. 01299 832 611 Sales All Types of fencing available www.mmtimber.co.ukTaylormade Timber Products Ltd 0191 3720524 Sales Wide range of fencing components, including posts, rails, boards, feather edge, cappings & Panels www.taylormadetimber.co.ukTimber Concepts 075157 47994 Angela Cairns Pressure treated machined rounded fencing & landscaping posts.TimberStore - Beaconsfield 01494 671921 Sales full range of fencing materials available. The one stop supplier.TimberStore - Crawley 01342 717155 Sales full range of fencing materials available. The one stop supplier.Watson Engineering 0113 3935522 Johnny Scott www.watsonengineering.co.uk


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HOME OFFICES, LODGES, CABINS AND GARAGES KDM International Ltd 01473 276900 Sales Importers, Stockist and Distributors of Scandinavian and European Home offices, Lodges, Cabins and GaragesHURDLESChairworks 0208 2473700 Sales Office All types of garden products. Mainly hurdles, trellis & other types of bordersIAE fencing 01538 755888 Sales Office Traditional steel hurdles & continuous barKDM International Ltd 01473 276900 Sales Importers, Stockist and Distributors of Willow and Hazel HurdlesJon Walker Timber Products 0115 9655150 Jon Walker Main stockists of willow and hazel hurdles www.jonwalkertimber.co.ukLABELS AND TICKETSLinks, Labels and Tapes 01778 426282 Janice Scott Plain and printed labels and tickets for rough sawn or planed timber. Plus on-demand overprinting systems for variable data.LANDSCAPING SUPPLIESCrowthorne fencing & Landscaping Suppliers 01344 885451 Sales Office Paving rockery and aggregate suppliesCrowthorne fencing Timber Suppliers 01234 273077 Sales Office Paving, aggregates, sleepers and lots moreListers Timber 01777 228 219 Sales www.listerstimber.co.ukM & M Timber Co Ltd 01299 832 611 Sales All types of Landscape products www.mmtimber.co.ukLIGHTWEIGHT CONCRETELeightweight Solutions Ltd 0161 4770010 Sales Litecrete® full range of posts and gravel boards available. www.litecrete.co.uk 01630 672722 ONE STOP SUPPLIERSBatsford Timber 01985 219555 Sales Stocks of post, mesh, gates, railings, fittings 01608 651096Corwen forestry Timber Products 01490 440316 Sales All fencing and landscape requirementsCrowthorne fencing and Landscape Suppliers 01344 885451 Sales Office All fencing and landscape requirementsCrowthorne fencing and Timber Suppliers 01234 275077 Sales Office Massive range – extensive stocksEstate Sawmills 01274 487882 Michael Calvert Garden & agricultural fencing materials and decking. www.estatesawmills.co.ukMarthall Tree Products 01565 650526 David Godsmark All fencing and landscape requirementsProcter Concrete & fencing Products 0113 2862586 Jason Torvill full range of materials for the fencing Contractor www.fencingmaterials.co.ukTimberstore Ltd 01494 671921 Ian Caldwell Every type of fencing IMAGINABLE!Jon Walker Timber Products 01159 655150 Jon Walker www.jonwalkertimber.co.ukM & M Timber Co Ltd 01299 832 611 Sales Quality British Timber. A range of products second to none. www.mmtimber.co.ukListers Timber 01777 228 219 Sales www.listerstimber.co.ukWatson Engineering 0113 3935522 Johnny Scott www.watsonengineering.co.ukPANEL AND SHED MANUFACTURERCrowthorne fencing and Landscape Suppliers 01344 885451 Sales Office Lap panels, thick boards and European screens and trellisGolden Larch 01703 812411 R Giddings Quality British timber fencing panels, trellis & gatesLewis Tyler and Sons 01707268 523 Alan Tyler fencing Panels, timber gates, pressure trtd sftwd fncgListers Timber 01777 228219 Sales fencing Panel manufacturers and Concrete Post suppliersMeades Sawmills 01989 562162 David Sainsbury Quality fencing panels etc. home grown tmbr creosotedClarke fencing Timber 01745 860228 Peter Clarke Quality timber, gates and sheds of all descriptionsJon Walker Timber Products 01159 655150 Jon Walker full range of quality panels www.jonwalkertimber.co.ukSTOCK FENCE – HIGH TENSILE AND MILD STEELCorwen forestry Timber Products 01490 440316 Sales full range availableCrowthorne fencing and Timber Supplies 01234 273077 Sales Office We’re fully wired up!f H Brundle 01708 25 35 45 Sales full range of galvanised and green stock fencePLANNING CONSULTANTSAcorus World Property Services 01977 682313 Iain Skinner The national rural property planning specialists www.acorus.co.ukPLAY SURFACESAshlands fencing 07949 243 833 Ian Rubber play surfaces available, full range of colours (Wet Pour). POST AND GRAVEL BOARD MANUFACTURERSProcter Concrete & fencing Products 0113 2862586 Jason Torvill full range of Concrete Posts and Gravel Boards www.fencingmaterials.co.ukWelch fencing 01772 336476 Sales full Range of Post and Gravel boards available. www.garden-fence-panels.co.ukPOST DRIVERS, POST HOLE AUGERS AND DIGGERSAuger Torque Europe Ltd 01451 861 652 Sales www.augertorque.comBryce Contractors 01573 440314 Jock Bryce SUMA & VECTOR machines – five quality high performance machines on offer 07970 730567Corwen forestry Timber Products 01490 440316 Sales full range availableMcArthur Group 01179 430500 Cyclone Dept KingHitter post drivers & spares and accessoriesMicroplant 0870 321 0256 Sales full range available www.awmachinery.co.uk www.microplant.netM.W. Plant Sales 01279 771803 M. Wilson SKIDSTER tractor & mini digger auger drive unitsWrag UK 01889 590275 Sales www.wrag.co.ukPVCu FENCING MANUFACTURERSDuralock Performance fencing 01608 644988 Sales Office All types of pvcu fencing available www.duralock.comLiniar 01332 883800 Sales Durable, low maintenance styles suitable for many applications. www.liniar.co.ukSupalite fencing 01977 689111 Sales Quality Plastic Post and Gravel Board Manufacturers www.supalitefencing.co.ukSECURITY FENCING MANUFACTURERSAlexandra Security Products 08708 501112 Sales Steel security fencing, anti-climb devices, pipe clampBrennans TCS Ltd 01236 725077 Office All types of security fencing availableC and W fencing 01255 871300 I Kettle All types of fencing, gates, railings, ironworkGuardian Wire 01616 246020 Sales Dept full range of security fencing availablef H Brundle 01708 25 35 45 Sales Welded mesh, security, vandal proof, braded tape and security spikesIAE fencing 01538 755888 Sales Office full range of mesh & railing systemsJ.B. Corrie & Co 01730 262552 Maurice Hickman Steel security fencingJohn Chirnside and Sons 01732 882367 Sales Steel security fencingOrsogril UK 0131 441 1255 Sales Office Grating fences, mesh, louvred, stainless steel, railings, ballparks and gatesLoaninghill fabrication Ltd 01506 858466 David McGowan All types of Security fencing, gates, railings and ironworkL M Bateman & Co 01538 361 326 Ian Darlington Palisade, bowtop vertical bar & mesh systems www.lmbateman.co.uk 07801 303764Procter Concrete & fencing Products 0113 2862586 Jason Torvill Wide range of Security fencing and Gates. www.fencingmaterials.co.ukWilliam Bain fencing 01236 457333 Sales Manufacturers of Lochrin Palisades,plus gates,rails & safety barriersNINS Trading (UK) 01656 842 400 Sales Manufacturers of Security Steel Palisade fencing www.nins.co.ukWatson Engineering 0113 3935522 Johnny Scott www.watsonengineering.co.ukSHED MANUFACTURERSAlbany Shed Co 01536 762085 Tom Burbidge Manufacturers of Sheds for Site & Retail www.albanysheds.co.ukSOFTWOOD SUPPLIERSA & J Scott Ltd 01668 217288 Ian Barfoot Sawmill producing quality fencing & landscaping timber. www.ajscott.co.ukBalcas Timber 02866 323003Ireland Sales Office All types of sawn fencing, square & round. Nationwide. 01606 737507 UK

Batsford Timber 01985 219 555 Sales full range of round & sawn timber, plus special orders 01608 651096 John Brooke 01664 823103 Sales All types of sawn and round timber pressure-treatedBSW Timber 08005 878887 Sales www.bsw.co.ukCordiners Sawmills 01330 823366 James Cordiner full range of sawn and round fencing timberCorwen forestry Timber Products 01490 440316 Sales All types sawn and round fSC registeredChairworks 02082 473700 Office All types of garden products. Many hurdles, trellis & other types of bordersCrowthorne fencing and Timber Supplies 01234 273077 Sales Office full range of timber components & carcassingETC Sawmills 01691 622441 Sales Dept fencing materials. All n/w deliveryEllis Timber 01603 755321 Mervyn Ellis All types of sawn timber/OSMOSE pressure treatmentA.E. Evans (Rounda) 01978 710445 Sales Office Machine rnd/half rnd peeled, sawn timber


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R.f. Giddings 02380 813157 R Giddings www.rfgiddings.comGWR Agricultural fencing Supplies 01939 234880 Sales Round and half round peeled timber. Sawn and machined timberJames Davies Ltd 01239 682 477 Sales All types of sawn timber and both peeled and machined round timber 01269 850 689 Linnel Bros 01327 857217 Roger Linnell Sawn mach & round timbers. Panels gates and fittingsGwyddelwern Sawmills 01490 412241 Haydn Best Brit quality. Waney edged slats, battens, caps & feather edgesLewis Tyler and Sons 01707 268523 Alan Tyler fencing panels, timber gates, pressure trtd sftwd fncngM&M Timber 01299 832611 Sales Dept Unipost machined rond & half round fencingCharles Ransfords Sawmills 01588 638331 Sales Dept Complete range of general fencing and specialist machined materials. Nationwide delivery. fSC registered. www.ransfords.co.ukScanland UK 01519 222254 Sales Suppliers of pallet and fencing timberTimberStore - Beaconsfield 01494 671921 Sales All types of sawn and round fencesTimberStore - Crawley 01342 717155 Sales All types of sawn and round fencesSwan Timber 01892 611673 Andy Swan All sawn timber, peeled & machine rounded, contract (pressure) treatmentWestern Log Group 01639 896715 Robert James Peeled and machined turned fencing & sawn timbersWalford Timber 01989 563614 Gerry Smith All sawn fencing, stakes, gates, pressure treatmentJon Walker Timber Products 01159 655150 Jon Walker All fencing & sawn timbers. Pressure treated using are own treatment plants. www.jonwalkertimber.co.ukVictoria Sawmills 01395 568060 Sales www.victoria-sawmills.co.ukCalders and Grandidge 01205 358866 Sales Office All types of sawn timberJames Davies (Abercych) 01239 682477 Sales All types of sawn timer – pressure treatedA.J. Charlton & Sons 01373 812521 Sales Treated softwood fencing – buy direct from the sawmill for best pricesTaylormade Timber Products Ltd 0191 372 0524 Sales Every size of Sawn Softwood machined pressure treated. www.taylormadetimber.co.ukSTEEL GATE MANUFACTURERSAlexandra Security Products 08708 501112 Sales All types of steel gates, rising arm barriersC&W fencing 01255 871300 I Kettle All types of gates, railings, fencings, iron worksf H Brundle 01708 25 3545 Sales Ready to install railing panels and gatesIAE fencing 01538 755888 Sales Office All types of steel swing/sliding gatesJ.B. Corrie & Co 01730 262552 Maurice Hickman All types of steel gates, fencing & general fabricationsJohn Chirnside & Sons 01732 882367 Sales All types of steel gates, fencing and general fabricationsProcter Concrete & fencing Products 0113 2862586 Jason Torvill Hinged, Tracked Sliding and Cantilever Sliding Doors www.fencingmaterials.co.ukSpecialist fencing UK 01519 334011 P farrell www.specialistfencing.co.ukTELEGRAPH POLESTimb-a-Haul 01603 754781 Graham froud English oak beams, any sizeCalders & Gradidge 01205 358866 Sales Office Extensive range of softwood poles – pressure treatedWatson Engineering 0113 3935522 Johnny Scott www.watsonengineering.co.ukTEMPORARY FENCING (PLASTIC)Liniar 01332 883900 Sales Easy to assemble Pickett style. www.liniar.co.ukTEMPORARY FENCING (STEEL)Guardian Wire 01616 246020 Sales Dept full range including MESH panel systemsTIMBER GATE MANUFACTURERSBritish Gates & Timber 01580 291555 Sales Office High quality timber gates – all types, manufacturing for over sixty yearsJohn Brooke 01664 823103 Sales Timber gates of all descriptionsA.J. Charlton 01373 812521 Sales Craftmanship and perfection in all types of gateCorwen forestry Timber Products 01490 440316 Sales Timber gates to your requirementsCrowthorne fencing & Timber Supplies 01234 273077 Sales Office full bespoke service available Gatecraft 01245 401078 A Wright Timber gates of all description Lewis Tyler & Sons 01707 268523 Alan Tyler fencing panels, Timber gates, Pressure trtd sftwd fencing Suffolk Gate Co 01284 388399 Hugo Corrie Timber gates of all descriptions TimberStore - Beaconsfield 01494 671921 Sales All types manufacturedTimberStore - Crawley 01342 717155 Sales All types manufacturedJohn Walker Timber Products 01159 655150 Jon Walker Timber gates manufactured in both softwood and hardwood www.jonwalkertimber.co.uk Calders & Grandidge 01205 358866 Sales Office Timber gates soft/hardwood. Bespoke service TIMBER RAILWAY SLEEPERS A. Hingley & Son 01773 550055 John Hingley New railway sleepers any quantity – nationwide A & J Scott Ltd 01668 217288 Ian Barfoot Sawmill producing New Softwood Sleepers John Brooke 01664 823103 Sales New railway sleepers of all size Corwen forestry Timber Products 01490 440316 Sales All sizes – new sleepers Crowthorne fencing & Timber Suppliers 01234 273077 Sales Office New/Used. Hard/Softwood sleepers. James Jones & Sons Ltd 01324 562241 Sales Office New, first quality, mixed softwood or redwood landscape sleepersM & M Timber Co Ltd 01299 832 611 Sales All Types of Railway Sleepers www.mmtimber.co.uk Sleeper Supplies 01302 888676 Sales New/Used. Hard/Softwood sleepers. www.Sleeper-supplies.co.uk TimberStore - Beaconsfield 01494 671921 Sales Pine oak new creosoted sleepersTimberStore - Crawley 01342 717155 Sales Pine oak new creosoted sleepersA. Hingley & Sons 01773 550055 John Hingley Hard/Softwood sleepers. Jon Walker Timber Products 01159 655150 Jon Walker Quality redwood sleepers pressure treated www.jonwalkertimber.co.uk Calders & Grandidge 01205 358866 Sales Office New and Landscaping sleepers in soft and hardwood TIMBER PLAYGROUND CENTRESKDM International Ltd 01473 276900 Sales Importers, Stockist and Distributors of Timber Playground CentersTIMBER PRESERVERS Batsford Timber 01985 219555 Sales Tanalised E pressure treated timber, creosoted treatment also available 01608 651096 John Brooke 01664 823103 Sales Osmose Green/Brown & wax Calders & Grandidge 01205 358866 Sales Office Pressure treatment creosote and Green/Brown to SS4 Corwen forestry Timber Products 01490 440316 Sales Pressure Treatment Green/Brown A.E. Evans (Rounda) 01978 710445 Sales Office ARCH oxide BS4072/5589 fleet Timber Supplies 01945 881221 Sales Permawood Pressure Treatment. Green/Brown. www.deckingeastanglia.co.ukLinnel Bros. 01327 857217 Roger Linnell Pressure treatment Green/Brown Postsaver Europe Ltd 0845 6434089 Richard Sadler Tough dual layer sleeves that prevent ground rot in fence posts. www.postsaver.co.ukPressure Treatment Services 01536 373806 Sales Office Pressure treatment Green/Brown solvent Charles Ransfords Sawmills 01588 638331 Sales Dept Pressure treatment Green/Brown to BSEN Standards, Sector Scheme 4, HA SpecificationTimberStore - Beaconsfield 01494 671921 Sales High Pressure Green and Brown to British Standards Low Pressure TimberStore - Crawley 01342 717155 Sales High Pressure Green and Brown to British Standards Low Pressure Western Log Group 01639 896715 Robert James Pressure treatment to BS4072/5589 Jon Walker Pressure Treatment 0115 965 5150 Jon Walker Pressure treatment to British Standard Green, Brown and double VAC using are own treatment plants www.jonwalkertimber.co.ukWJ Timber Treatments 01482 338 950 Mark Eggleston Green/Brown and Double Vac.VEHICLE SAFETY FENCE SUPPLIERS Ashton Plant Hire 01902 661151 Rick Ashton ARMCO Safety fences, new or secondhand D & C fencing Contractors 08005 424037 David fisher All safety fences, new or secondhand including ARMCO WIRE PRODUCT MANUFACTURERS Proctor Concrete & fencing Products 01132 862586 Jason Torvilll Welded mesh and Chainlink rolls, mesh panel fencing J & H Rosenheim 01270 585959 Debbie fencing ring clips, tool, staples, BS443, Stainless Steel etc. TRAINING Rodbaston College 01785 712209 Training for fencing Industry, fencing NVQ’s and Legislative Requirements NPTC, City and Guilds and Lantra CoursesTQ Exel Ltd 01934 750066 Training Dept. Training many Lantra Sector Schemes including general, boundary and vehicle safety fencing NVQ’s, CITB plant, City & Guilds streetworks and alth & Safety Courses. E-mail: [email protected]


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