In 2024, IronmongeryDirect staff raised over £6,000 for various charities, including Basildon Mind and Macmillan Cancer Support, through fundraising and volunteering efforts.
Category: Modern Joinery News
JJ Smith to host future of house building open day event
JJ Smith will host “The Future of House Building: Machinery Showcase” on February 4-5 in Liverpool, focusing on innovations in industrialised construction.
Country Hardwood upgrades premium range
Country Hardwood, a UK timber specialist, has enhanced its window and door range with new high-performance glazing featuring a U-value of 0.7, surpassing current regulations.
Add 25 percent profit in 2025
The Joinery Network concluded 2024 by outlining ambitious plans for members at a product day event.
Year one done!
In his first year as Editor of Modern Joinery, George Lewis reflects on the challenges and accomplishments of launching the publication. With a focus on understanding the joinery sector and building the brand, he looks ahead to 2025, promising a new website and increased engagement with the industry.
Lighthouse Charity Christmas Lunch breaks fundraising record
The Lighthouse Charity’s annual Christmas Lunch achieved a fundraising record of nearly £290,000 with over 950 attendees. Guests enjoyed entertainment from sports personalities and live auctions. CEO Sarah Bolton praised supporters for their contributions, emphasizing the charity’s impact on the construction community. The event fostered a celebratory spirit and networking opportunities.
A year of fundraising
In 2022, Sarah Ball, founder of Modern Joinery, participated in the Loneliest Road Cycle Ride for Kelly’s Heroes. Later, she and her husband Andy, along with 14 team members, scaled Mt. Kilimanjaro, raising over £100,000 for Kelly’s Heroes and other charities. Sarah expressed gratitude for the support received.
Football fanatics
The glazing industry actively supports local sports, with VBH, a hardware supplier from Gillingham, Kent, sponsoring various teams. Currently, VBH backs Rossvale FC in Scotland and Sutton United FC, while also partnering with Gillingham FC. Their sponsorship enhances visibility, notably through match day promotions and advertising.
Combilift on cloud nine with another award win
Combilift has been named Company of the Year at the 2024 Business & Finance Awards in Dublin, marking its ninth major win in three months.
PiGs releases 2025 networking event calendar
The People in Glazing Society (PiGs) has announced its 2025 networking event calendar following record attendance in 2024.