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Issue 174
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CONTENTS
Welcome
.
I hope you have all had a lovely
Christmas and a great New Year!
I think what we all need to do from
now on is switch the damn media off!
These days everything seems to be
doom and gloom; cut backs, financial
woes and would you believe it, the
worse recession since before the
1930’s depression! We now need to
p15 p69 keep a positive attitude and look for
the good things in life!
This edition is packed full of campaigns
that as an industry we need to
encourage and really get behind:
At the minute the Government is trying
MANAGING Director/
to sell off huge areas of woodland to
EDITOR.
private buyers which will take control
Simone Gallon.
away from the Forestry Commission.
Tel: 01274 610 101.
This would be a bad move for the
simone@fencing-news.co.uk
timber industry so please back the
AssiStant Editor. campaign to stop this from happening-
Lucie Carter. see page 69 for more details.
Tel: 01274 610 101. Also they are trying to ban the use of
lucie@fencing-news.co.uk creosote which again is not good for
the timber side of things-see page 25
Feature WRITErs. for more details.
Chris Berry, Peter Mepsted, .
Peter Walters, Jennifer Mackenzie,. Another important campaign we
Victoria Poolman p22 need to back is ‘Gate Safe’ which is
spearheaded by Richard Jackson of
Sales/Subscriptions Jackson Fencing; this is an excellent
Manager. campaign that will reduce the number
Ben Walton.
Tel: 01274 610 101. contents of accidents occurring and hopefully
prevent any further fatalities. See our
health and safety pages 12 and 13
benwalton@fencing-news.co.uk
RINGFENCED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6, 8-9 for more details on the campaign and
Advertising Account INDUSTRY UPDATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 much more.
Manager. HEALTH SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-13
I’d like to take this opportunity to
Nicola Robson. NEWS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 18, 31, 36, 60, 67, 69, 83
remind you all that we are running
nicola@fencing-news.co.uk. COMPANY NEWS . . . . . . 15, 19, 20-21, 29, 33, 40-41, 59, 61, 63, 65 our 3rd annual fencing competition
Damien Downing. CONTRACTOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 22, 32, 52-53 at the Driffield show on the 20th of
damien@ fencing-news.co.uk.
TIMBER UPDATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23-24, 62 July. We have expanded the area so
Tel: 01274 610 101
TIMBER TREATMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25-27 we can have ten teams of two in the
COMPANY PROFILE . . . . . . . . . . . 34-35, 46, 50-51, 54-55, 56-57, 68 professional category and five teams
Design.
of two in the young farmer category.
James Ockelford WHAT’S ON . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37, 39, 58, 66
So if you know of any youngsters who
NEW PRODUCTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 want enter please email me or see
fencing & Landscaping News.
PRODUCTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 page 39 for more information.
40 Stockhill Road, Greengates.
Bradford, BD10 9AX. AGRICULTURAL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
I hope business starts picking up for
Tel: 01274 610 101. MACHINERY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70-77 you as the weather improves (fingers
Fax: 01274 621 730. TRAINING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 crossed) and you all have a great start
Web: www.fencing-news.co.uk FENCING PEOPLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79-81 to the spring!
LANDSCAPING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
We mail to over 10,000 Kind Regards
industry contacts with an approx BUYERS GUIDE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84-85
readership of 22,000. Simone (simone@fencing-news.co.uk)
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Fencing businesses
must train for survival
With a declining workforce and continuing Despite a declining workforce over the
economic threat to many small businesses, last 12 months, the fencing industry
fencing businesses must invest in skills should be feeling optimistic about the
to ensure their survival, that’s according future and should expect both turnover
to a new report published by Lantra and employment rates to improve.
Sector Skills Council.
Kevin concluded: “Whilst feeling optimistic
The report, which sought the views of we can’t get complacent. To be ready for the
450 fencing businesses, revealed that future the industry needs to work together
only 40% of fencing businesses have had to promote fencing as a viable career,
training in the last year. highlight the business benefits of training
and make it easier and more affordable
Lantra’s Fencing Industry Manager, Kevin to access the training required including
Thomas, said: “To survive in the current raising awareness of Apprenticeships.”
climate, businesses must stay on top of
the industry’s skill gaps and make their
core workers more effective. Training is
To download the report visit
crucial if businesses are to encourage
www.lantra.co.uk/Research
new blood into the industry.”
HALLSTONE
opportunity to gain NPTC certificates an online CV”.
the positive action taken in the way the of competence and a recognised QCF
company cares for the environment. level 2 qualification.
DEVELOP
Paul Dawson, Managing Director For more information, contact
David Vickers, Forestry and Arboriculture
commented “Hallstone aim to provide David directly on 01962
short course Manager said, “These courses
797470 or email on david.
STOCKIST
value for money, ethically sourced and are great for those wanting to operate
recycled products to the highest possible vickers@sparsholt.ac.uk
in the arboriculture industry. They allow
standard of service and reliability. The www.sparsholt.ac.uk
learners to get their NPTC tickets as well
NETWORK
licences have also created the opportunity as some of the underpinning knowledge
to manufacture lower specification topsoil that is often not covered in the NPTC
and mulches, which will be marketed under courses. Whilst the courses are designed
the Hallstone brand to the ‘value’ sector for those who want to move specifically
Since its acquisition by Rolawn, Hallstone of the marketplace. It is also planned to into tree work, they should really help
Developments has been investing in the develop the product range to include other those dealing in grounds maintenance,
necessary environmental permits and landscaping and related products.” estate work, landscaping and horticultural.
licences to enable it to recover certain In fact, I teach many landscapers who
recyclable materials that can be used to want to either grow their own business
manufacture value for money, safe and Hallstone is actively recruiting to include tree work, or who do not want
sustainable landscaping products. The stockists nationwide. For further to be reliant on specialist tree contractors
company is also a member of the Green details please telephone 0845 604 for small jobs.”
Achiever Scheme, which demonstrates 6066 or visit www.hallstone.co.uk
is not as it seems
Telematics allows companies to track
their vehicles, monitor vehicle mileage,
job despatch and examine driving styles.
This enables companies to experience
bigger savings, greater efficiency and A West Midlands homeowner has can convert an existing fence with just
the ability to choose the right driver Julia Evans - NFB CEO commissioned an innovative building the addition of the Easi-Wall panels
for jobs. To add extra value to their product to solve a boundary problem and post covers, making your garden
membership, NFB members will receive a “Builders and tradesmen will see some at his property. more secure and without the cost of
rate two levels above their usual monthly great benefits from using WEBFLEET”, employing builders.”
tariff which will allow them to stay said TomTom Business Solutions Sales The Easi-Wall system comprises brick
one step ahead of the competition in Director Giles Margerison. “The facilities effect GRP panels and post covers and Lee Nicholas, of Worcester Road, Hagley,
these tough times. They will also benefit on offer will be paramount to ensure can be made in a choice of colours to added: “I’m very pleased with the result;
from a free no-obligation audit of their greater productivity and safety on match existing brickwork. Panels are the system was installed in a few days
current vehicle management practices jobs. We hope to see a closer link available as brick both sides or with and has enabled us to utilise the space
to ascertain areas where TomTom can between TomTom and the building one side bonded to a standard fence in our garden as well as enhancing the
help improve business performance. sector as we develop products that panel. The panels are totally waterproof aesthetics of our property. We wouldn’t
meet their specific vehicle and workflow and maintenance free. have been able to build a brick wall
Chief Executive of the NFB Julie Evans due to a tree preservation order, so this
management needs.” Les Hunt, Managing Director of GRP
said: “We welcome the collaboration has been a perfect solution.”
with TomTom as a new innovation in Building Products Ltd said: “The ‘Easi-
our focus on our customer’s service. Wall’ system is deliberately designed
TomTom epitomise the values that we For further information, please around the standard garden concrete
visit www.tomtom.com/business, For more information on
and our members prioritise; efficiency, fence post, making it easy to install
phone 0207 255 9774 or email www.grpbuildingproducts.co.uk
money-saving and environmentally and at the fraction of the cost of
business.uk@tomtom.com and www.easi-wall.co.uk
friendly.” building a brick wall. This means you
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ConFor’s proposal of
forestry regulation
task force starts
At ConFor’s APF 2010, forestry
minister, Jim Paice announced the
establishment of an industry-led
forestry regulation task force. Now
the minister has confirmed its make-
up and remit.
UK Fencing industry -
What’s in store for 2011?
As the UK Fencing industry emerged be commercially successful without
from the depths of recession in 2010 jeopardising their financial stability. While
a fragmented industry appeared from others fail around them, they are in pole
the chaos. According to new research position to capitalise in 2011”.
by leading industry analysts Plimsoll,
the market is polarised between those When pressed on what these contrasting
getting it right and those struggling fortunes mean for the UK Fencing industry,
to recover. he offers the following 4 points:
David Pattison, senior analyst and author 1) Getting back to growth will
of the 2011 Plimsoll Analysis explains, be paramount this year as costs and
“Now that the storm is lifting we have overheads continue to increase. Without not competitive in the current economic The new Plimsoll Industry Analysis
been able to assess the damage left growth companies will have to reduce environment. Watch out for a wave of – Fencing gives an instant performance
behind. 164 companies are in parlous overheads dramatically. Companies need corporate failures among these companies rating on the top 748 companies in the
state and starting the New Year clinging to look to beat the current average profit in 2011. market. Each company has been rated as
on for dear life. We have rated them as margin of 3% if they are to cover costs Strong, Good, Mediocre, Caution or Danger
Danger accordingly. Falling demand was and invest in other growth areas. 4) Mergers and Acquisitions will according to their latest performance. A
the final nail in the coffin for many. The continue but the profile of companies graphical and written analysis will tell
2) Identifying these growth areas involved will shift. There will still be
mistake they made though was to not you which companies are in trouble and
will be vital as the market grows slowly. distress sales this year as companies
make those painful cuts early enough who is getting it right.
A group of 136 companies are leading buy struggling competitors on the cheap.
to protect their business”.
the way with growth of over 10%. With However, there will be a return of more
However, the green shoots are now well bank funding still scarce, fast growing strategic acquisitions as larger companies
companies will have the resources and Readers of Fencing and
entrenched with the number of companies look to buy into growth areas in the
business model to further exploit exciting Landscaping News are entitled
rated as Strong rising to 320. Pattison market. The new Plimsoll Analysis has
new opportunities. to a £50 discount of this new
explains, “We rated these companies as named 99 distressed companies that
special edition. Call 01642
Strong in our latest report and I have could be bought for a discount and a
3) The 164 companies we rated 626400 for further details and
to congratulate them. In fact, many of further 60 fast growing companies that
as Danger will be increasingly squeezed quote reference PR/AA42.
them retained a Strong rating throughout are sure to attract the attention of the
out of the market as they are simply
the recession. They have managed to larger players in 2011.
However, on this occasion, I feel that Ask the gate maintenance company to show the safety features including;
the HSE are providing an opportunity - Any safety edges
for those involved in the industry to, not - Light beams to detect persons or objects
only act in the best interests of safety, - Operation of force limitation devices
but also to extend a service which
will possibly increase business.
- Fixed guards at other areas e.g. where vertical bars of gate slide close to vertical
bars of fence
The safety notice was issued on
21st January and is targeted at
Landlords, Commercial Owners or If purchasing a new powered gate, check that the installer can show you the features
Facilities Managers with powered above and that they will CE mark the gate and issue a Declaration of Conformity.
perimeter gates on their property. Inability to do so may be a reason to doubt their competence.
It summarises the action required
to ensure the safety of the public,
staff and other workers. In précis,
the main action points are; The full notice can be found at www.hse.gov.uk
BALLS PARK
RECEIVES
PRESTIGOUS
BALI ACCOLADE
Explore Living’s Balls Park development simplicity of the hard landscape palette
in Hertford has been awarded a also provides a foil for the planting.
prestigious British Association of
Landscape Industries (BALI) Award John Inglis, Sales and Marketing Director
for the Fountain Courtyard at the at Explore Living comments: “The BALI
heart of the development. Organised Award is a real endorsement for the
in association with Horticulture Week, time and attention which has been put
The BALI National Landscape Awards into creating something very special
were founded in 1976 and are the with the Fountain Courtyard at Balls
premier awards for the landscaping Park. Communal outdoor space is very
industry. As a result of receiving important as it creates attractive views
the accolade, Balls Park was also for the surrounding properties as well
shortlisted to become the Principal as providing residents with a place to
Winner in the Best Hard Landscaping meet and relax.”
under £300,000 category of this
Paul Downer, Managing Director of Oak
year’s awards.
View Landscapes comments: “We are
Designed by landscape architects delighted to win a BALI award for the
LiZLaKe and delivered by Oak View Fountain Courtyard at Balls Park. The
Landscapes, the elegant Fountain award is testament to both Explore
Courtyard has been designed to Living and LiZLaKe Associates for their
provide residents with a communal vision, design excellence and financial
green area to meet their neighbours commitment to such a high quality
as well as create an attractive design and detailed scheme. The result is a
feature that can be appreciated from real team effort and we are proud of
the surrounding apartments. both the award and our involvement
in the project.”
The centrepiece of the courtyard is the
fountains, which have been detailed in Explore Living’s Balls Park development is
granite with a multi-tiered fountain in a scheme of 131 high specification new
the upper bowl and with four bronze homes including one and two bedroom
lion heads spouting water down apartments and three bedroom houses
into the lower pool. The fountain is all set within 63 acres of beautiful
surrounded by a paved seating area as parkland.
well as four separate granite benches. A
simple complementary palette of hard
landscape materials has been chosen For more information on
to enhance the red-brick Jacobean-style Balls Park email ballspark@
of the apartments and sympathetically exploreliving.co.uk or visit
blends together with the historic setting www.exploreliving.co.uk
in order to create a calm, harmonious
and accessible communal space. The
Curling Fencing:
high-end and proud
Victoria Poolman talks to Jeremy Curling
Starting out as a one-man-band in 1990, fairly few and far between and we think
Jeremy worked for a number of local we have constructed a high proportion
farmers until fencing presented itself of those recently commissioned in South
as a way to progress the business. East England.”
1n 1997 he was invited to tender for
a large job for Fountain Landscapes, Variety is the spice of life, as they say,
providing the bulk of the fencing for and Jeremy hasn’t neglected the fencing
British Airways’ new headquarters, The side of things, with equestrian fencing
Waterside complex at Harmondsworth. projects amounting to around 50% of the
This presented Jeremy with his biggest team’s time, arenas, manages and ground-
contract to date and winning this work works making up the balance.
transformed the Curling enterprise
Jeremy continues: “We’ve worked in
overnight, with Jeremy hiring a full-
some fantastic locations, including
time employee, Pete and investing in
ongoing work at Knepp Castle Estate Jeremy Curling
new plant and equipment.
in West Sussex, where to date we have
He tells me: “The three-year project not supplied some 40 miles of deer fencing,
a statement on the timber treatment “I’d like to be running two gangs but I
only secured the future of the business constructed 20 bridges, 20 deer grids,
and on the timber’s desired service life. don’t have ambitions to grow so much
and allowed it to grow, it also required me and removed 50 miles of old fencing,
He pretty much insists upon using only that I can’t get on site or make time to
to pay more attention to things like health as part of a Countryside Stewardship
home-grown redwood timber (Douglas meet clients and really find out what
and safety and current legislation, which Scheme.”
Fir, Larch or Pine) in Use Class 4 (timber it is that they want. Listening to a
I had to do in order to develop.” in ground contact) with a maximum client’s needs is so important. I’d like
Now with three full-time employees,
Jeremy spends less time on the hands- moisture content of 28%, treated for a to continue as a smallish enterprise
With Pete’s background in civil engineering
on side of work in order to focus on Desired Service Life of 30 years. and build an outstanding reputation,
and Jeremy’s in fencing, the two
‘spending more time on the business and be confident enough to pick and
exchanged expertise and began to make Jeremy says, “Charles Ransford & Son
rather than in the business’; sourcing new choose our jobs. The next few years
tracks into the equestrian world, firstly Ltd have been an excellent timber supplier
work, chasing new leads and keeping will also bring an increased need to
undertaking mainly fencing contracts but of ours for many years and we value
everything in order. As he tells me, good invest in staff training and modern up
fairly quickly moving into ground-works their commitment to supplying quality
administration is particularly important in to date equipment.”
then into the supply and construction of traceable material.
riding arenas. With increasing amounts helping to be efficient and keep control,
Despite insisting that he’s not a hard-
of equestrian related business and with and the days of the back of an envelope “Quality is important. We regularly deal nosed businessman, Jeremy has built up
repeat work and referrals generating bigger estimate are long gone: with a high-end market, which means we an enterprise to be proud of: aiming to
and more impressive jobs, they were don’t have to compromise on any part produce outstanding results and always
“The fencing industry is having some real
soon undertaking miles of post and rail, of the contract, instead we can use the to the highest possible standards. What’s
problems with timber in ground contact
electric fencing and horse net. Before long, finest materials available and concentrate his secret? Keep it simple, be honest - and
failing, since the introduction of new laws
Jeremy and his expanding team were on building our reputation.” never approach a customer thinking you’re
on timber treatment chemicals by the
counting Guards Polo Club in Windsor entitled to their money. Clearly success
EU. Time spent sourcing timber that is Indeed, although Curling Contractors
and Coworth Park near Ascot amongst doesn’t have to be complicated.
fit for purpose form reputable sawmills may often service an affluent clientele,
their very elite portfolio of clients.
is vital. Keeping proper records for each Jeremy has his feet firmly on the ground.
Jeremy says “The polo arenas we now job of who supplied materials and on When I ask him what he’d like to be
install have become top-of-the-range, what basis is also a necessity.” doing in twenty years time, he admits For more information,
super-sized facilities, measuring at 100 x he’s happy to keep control of a small visit www.jcfc.co.uk or call
Jeremy now includes a clause in all Jeremy on 01483 894 888
50 metres and costing around £300,000 and dedicated team of professionals and
his quotations about the provenance of
to build and supply. Polo arenas are to keep the enjoyment in the job.
the timber he supplies, together with
www.frontline-auto.com
Mark Parsons
Calders &
GRANDIDGE
expand their
sales team
It is with delight that Calders & offer into more timber and builders
Grandidge (C&G) announces that they merchant outlets which builds on the
have recruited Mark Pescod to head success already achieved through sales
up sales for the fencing and gates to sister company Jewson.
side of their business.
C&G has enviable credentials, they hold
Mark has extensive experience in the the Royal Warrant for the supply of
timber industry, and was previously fencing and gates to the Royal Studs,
sales Manager UK & Ireland for Arch have a blue chip customer base for
Timber Protection where he worked their pressure creosoted wood poles
for 8 years. (where they are one of the leading
suppliers to the UK electricity and
Mark will be ably assisted by existing telecom distributing companies), and
sales team members Angie Ward, Rick have sole supply contracts in place
Windley and Richie Slade, and is looking for their railway timbers with London
forward to what will inevitably be a very Underground and Balfour Beatty Rail.
challenging but nonetheless exciting In December, Calders won the Mayor
year ahead. of London Ethical Sourcing award,
having been nominated by London
Part of Mark’s remit will be the
Underground for the work done in
development of a corporate marketing
securing FSC certified softwood and
campaign to encompass customer
hardwood sleepers.
awareness through an updated website
and brochure offering. Mark is also As a member of the Saint-Gobain family,
looking at the current product offer C&G is extremely fortunate in being
and identifying new and innovative able to take the long view regarding
ways to reach more customers. forward development, knowing that
their robust business plan has the
The pressure creosoted market (i.e.
full backing of its parent company,
equestrian and agricultural) has always
currently the 60th largest company
been a strong market for C&G and even
worldwide.
with the current pressure on creosote
as a preservative, C&G continue to
look for new markets which demand
the exceptionally long service life that Tel: 01205 358866
only creosote has been associated with. Fax: 01205 312400
In addition to this, Mark and the team www.caldersandgrandidge.com
will be looking to expand the current
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RTD Crawford Ltd are the latest
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This technology has been developed by
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P. Irving & Sons Ltd of Hutton Roof Sawmills are pleased to supply
M. D. Hanafin with their homegrown FSC softwood fencing material.
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TWO REASONS
TO CELEBRATE!
WJ Component Ltd not only treat company treats timber for a variety of
timber at their impressive treatment applications both for in-ground and
facility situated in the heart of the out of ground contact. Customers can
Alexandra Dock in Hull, but they also choose between a ‘Green’ or ‘Brown’
manufacturer high-volume roof trusses finished colour on the high pressure
and MFC components for the leisure- preservative treatment.
building industry at their production
site in nearby Stoneferry, The National Highway Sector Scheme
4 (for the preservative treatment of
The Christmas season was certainly kind timber) also strengthens WJ Timber
to WJ Timber Treatments, because in Treatments position within the industry
late December, after a long and arduous and sets them aside from the leading
application process the company was competitors.
declared both ISO 9000 accredited
and Highway Sector 4 Scheme Managing Director Mark Eggleston is
Approved. extremely pleased with the company’s
recent successes: “It gives all of the
Achieving ISO 9000 Quality Management team here a great sense of achievement
System standard will not only give WJ to see how far we have come. There
Timber Treatments peace of mind, but was an awful lot of work involved in
means that customers can be sure achieving these certifications, but
that the relevant British standards now we have them there really is no
are fully adhered to. WJ Timber stopping us.”
Treatments’ operate two high and two
low pressure treatment tanks using
BASF-Wolman preservatives and fire www.wjcomponents.co.uk
retardant treatments for timber. The
Chromium containing
preservatives face uncertain
EU regulatory future
The WPA explains what lay behind the move to chrome-free preservatives in the UK and how the loophole
that enables wood treated with chromium to be imported will be closed under forthcoming EU regulations.
The implementation of EU regulations they viewed chromium as an active approval of its use in June 2006. is considered a substance of concern on
on the use of arsenic in 2004 resulted ingredient. They also informed the health, safety and environmental grounds,
in a major change to wood preservative European Commission and all member Meanwhile, as the HSE was pulling its continued use will be subject to the
formulations. For a short while, states, as much, in its capacity as the the plug on chromium in the UK, preparation and submission of a full
formulations of copper and chromium BPD authority on chromium, leading to EU discussions continued and it was dossier of toxicity and safety data. This
were considered as one of the alternative chromium being prohibited as an active eventually decided to leave the decision will be at a substantial cost to those
options. However, with the EU declaring ingredient across the EU.” Steve also to individual member states as to whether manufacturers that produce chromium
its intent, through the Biocidal Products said that HSE made it clear that where a to accept applicant data that chromium containing preservatives. Steve says
Directive (BPD), to harmonise and substance like chromium, even if not an was a fixative. that the WPA believes firmly that at
control the use of biocides the long active ingredient, was listed as being of a time when acceptance of the data
Whilst HSE maintained its position, out
term use of chromium, along with a high concern from a health, safety and by individual member states is highly
of 27 member states, a number including
number of other substances, came environmental position it would require uncertain and chrome free preservatives
Germany, France, Holland, Latvia, Spain,
under close scrutiny. authorisation under EU Registration, are the majority preference in global
Poland and Sweden decided to ignore the
Evaluation, Authorisation of Chemicals markets: “choosing to make a major
The Health & Safety Executive (HSE) is views of the HSE and accept chromium
Regulations otherwise known as the investment in chromium will be a difficult
the competent authority that regulates as a fixative subject to very specific EU
REACH Regulations. decision for any business to take.”
chemical uses in the UK. It also served Commission restrictions – these are set
as the EU authority on chromium for In 2006 the HSE reviewed the continued out in the table below. This has resulted In 2013, copper compounds are likely
the BPD on behalf of all member approval of chromium in the UK according in a situation where wood treated with to be added to the approved list of
states. The issue for chromium in wood to its guidelines. With arsenic also being chromium can continue to be imported active ingredients in Annex 1 of the
preservatives was whether it should prohibited, the majority of UK treaters and placed on the UK market. Biocidal Products Directive. From that
be considered a biocide (an active had already changed to chromium and date, manufacturers of preservatives
According to Steve: “Many in the UK
ingredient) or whether it operated as arsenic free formulations. “The scenario in which these compounds are the
think it ironic that wood treated with a
a fixative to retard leaching. To assist UK faced by the UK industry at this time active ingredients, will have to apply
preservative not permitted in the UK may
industry, HSE set specific guidelines on was a watershed moment” says Steve for authorisation of their products or take
be imported from another country where
assessing whether a substance should who explains: “For the WPA and its major their products off the market. If the data
the preservative remains approved – this
be classified as being a biocide or not. manufacturing members the long term submitted on chromium is not accepted
is what happens when harmonisation
WPA Director, Steve Young commented strategy was made very clear by HSE then copper chromium products will
policy is not applied consistently. It can
that it was this guidance that was the – the future lay with the non-chrome have to be withdrawn and the loophole
get very complicated when a common
key first step in a process that would formulations.” HSE evaluated all available caused by an inability of EU member
policy on an issue cannot be agreed
remove chromium as a long term option efficacy data but maintained its position states to agree a harmonised approach
and implementation is left to individual
for the UK treated wood industry. He that chromium was considered to be a will be closed. In the meantime, copper
member states.” This happened in the
said: “HSE made it crystal clear that biocide and, as a consequence, withdrew chromium treated wood may still be used
case of chromium. However, as chromium
so long as treatment companies and
users abide by the stringent, specific
health, safety and environmental
preservatives
that its manufacturing members have
invested millions in supporting copper
2. Not for use in BS EN 335:1 Use Class 5 (marine) applications
when not used
carbonate and copper oxide as active
as no data on impact on marine organisms is available.
ingredients, and are continuing to do so
as a biocide 3. Must only be used in vacuum pressure processes and that this commitment means seeing
them through the BPD. Steve emphasises:
4. Treated wood must undergo appropriate procedures to “Without the significant investment made
ensure fixation has been fully completed and that full by the major manufacturers operating in
Composition reduction of hexavalent chromium to the safer chromium the UK, there would not be any copper
trivalent form has been achieved. Such procedures containing products on the market.”
1. Chromium may only be used in chromic include the use of heat e.g. steam fixation techniques.
acid (chromium trioxide) form.
5. There should be no hexavalent chromium in leachates or on
www.wood-protection.org
2.. It may only be used where copper (ii) oxide the surface of treated wood when it is placed on the market.
.
or copper hydroxide is the active ingredient.
6. End users shall be made aware of the specific health, If you have an opinion on this
3. The mass ratio in water of chromium trioxide safety and environmental information about the subject please email
to copper oxide shall not exceed 3 to 1. handling and use of wood containing chromium. simone@fencing-news.co.uk
www.steelfence.co.uk
A & P FENCING
and green job targets.” improvements to the grant applications
process and the role of the Forestry
The ConFor report and subsequent Commission in delivering increased
(UK) LIMITED
meeting with the Minister is part of an productive forestry planting through
ongoing process of work that ConFor has its own leasing and land purchases.
been pushing to support the expansion
of a sector that contributes £1 billion
Woodside Farm, Dutton Lane, Sutton Coldfield
a year to the Scottish economy and www.confor.org.uk
West Midlands B75 5RJ
Tel: 0121 323 2690 Fax: 0121 323 2690
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Roseanna Cunningham Stuart Goodall SA-COC-1654-GE
We catch up with
david walker from annan
With more than 15 years’ experience
in the agricultural and garden fencing
market, much of Annan-based D
Walker Fencing Contractors’ work
is by word of mouth, testament to
the business’s reputation.
to travel ensures that we always find charge £10 a drop, which isn’t always Holmbush’s reputation wonders, and at Driffield Show in July!
work somewhere.” well-received, but it costs us £1000 won them many impressive projects
a week if we fill all the vehicles. Small over the years, including work at the “We are all geared up and ready for
Clearly business is good for the Turners, companies will struggle to cope with atomic weapon research establishment the challenge [short of an All-Blacks
but they haven’t gone without their the increases due to come this year, in Aldermaston (under machine gun style warrior dance]... and it’s a good
fair share of problems (in the form and as we didn’t pass on the timber guard) and the Central Electricity excuse for a jolly isn’t it?” You won’t
of rot), though luckily the solution rises last year it gives us little choice Generating Board, as well as fencing find anyone in disagreement here,
has come from finding consistently but to charge for delivery now.” for Royal Berks Hospital, Southampton Patrick.
good suppliers such as Treeway and and Brighton City Colleges, National
having Andy Swan of Swan Timber, The industry has been dealt a few From all of us at the Fencing News, we
Air Traffic services and the National
Crowbrough treating their timber to blows over recent years, but luckily for look forward to seeing the Holmbush
Institute of City and Guilds.
exacting standards. Holmbush, the recent timber shortages team fired up at the competition and
didn’t pose a problem. The beauty of CHAS accredited, Checkatrade registered hearing more about the company’s
The latest issue will come as no living and working on a vast 2,000 and members of Construction Line, plans for development. Best of luck,
surprise, with fuel costs causing acre estate is the access granted to the team at Holmbush are looking for Patrick!
difficulties: “We deliver to most places, the timber and sawmill. their next certificate to frame on the
though with diesel as it is, we can’t wall, and what better than the National
see where this will go. Currently we Indeed, their resourcefulness has done Fencing Competition, which takes place For more information, visit
Linnell Bros Limited, Silverstone Fields Farm, Silverstone, Northants NN12 8TB
Tel: 01327 354 422 Fax: 01327 355 840 info@linnellbros.co.uk www.linnellbros.co.uk
what’s on
All three 2010 winners with Chairman Tim Coleman and Judge Jon
Four Times
the Life for
ArcelorMittal
ArcelorMittal Sheffield has been
associated with the production and
ArcelorMittal are pleased to be one of the sponsors of the
fencing competition at driffield show this year
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 erection, expansion and
contraction. 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.
A FAMILY FIRM
WITH THE GOODS
TO DELIVER
The UK company KiwiKit Ltd is giving company which manufactures quality Each member of the KiwiKit team retired farmers and fellow directors are
all you fencers and farmers out there fencing tools and equipment. The based at either their Shropshire of also active members of their team.
something to shout about; an excellent partnership means that both fencing Wales offices have strong links to
service, top quality products and contractors and farmers who are aware the agricultural industry and have Now in 2011 KiwiKit Ltd cater just
the finest foreign imports! of Strainrite’s presence in New Zealand a deep understanding of what is a as much for fencers as they do for
can source their products directly very familiar market to them. This farmers by stocking everything from
KiwiKit Ltd now work hand in hand within the UK. knowledge within the company has braided wire and Ultracrimp fencing
with Strainrite, a New Zealand based developed over the years from sourcing tools to speed reels and insulating
good quality, realistically-priced New tape.
Zealand products such as, solar, mains
If you are interested in any of the
and battery energisers, electric fencing
products sourced from New Zealand
accessories and waterproofs.
please call 01584 879959 to request
With an aim to providing good quality a copy of the 2011 KiwiKit Catalogue
products that will do the job at the or visit www.kiwikit.co.uk.
right price, the team at KiwiKit operate
across the UK and provide a personal
service to their customers. Kim and Kiwikit Ltd
Debbie Petty have a farm in Wales The Old Cattle Yard
dairying on a grass based system High Meadow Farm
utilising and trialling many of the New Ashford Carbonell, Ludlow
David Brundrett, John Davies, Jackie Brundrett, Laurence Tilt, Bryony Croft, Hayley Zealand products they stock. Kim’s Shropshire SYB 4BS
Norgrove, Debbie Petty, Kim Petty and Meg and Willow. (Lynn Davies to the right) sister Jackie and her husband David,
Ansell Healthcare
launches the cut
resistant HyFlex®
glove
Ansell Healthcare a global leader in
barrier protective solutions recently
introduced the HyFlex® 11-502 glove
intended for light assembly tasks. It
is a silicone-free and knitted light-
weight glove offering higher levels
of cut protection than the popular
HyFlex® 11-800/11-801 gloves. Besides
enhanced cut protection, it provides
the same superior comfort, durability and grip and contains no natural rubber
and dexterity protection when handling proteins, which means there is no risk
small edged pieces. of Type 1 allergies for the worker. The
HyFlex® 11-502 is aimed at users of so-called NBR foam coating improves
HyFlex® 11-800/11-801 gloves looking grip and dexterity on slightly oily objects.
for level 2 cut protection without sacrificing The glove is particularly well suited for the
comfort or dexterity. This seamless, 15- metal fabrication, machinery, construction
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for dry or slightly oily applications.
The secret to the enhanced cut The full HyFlex® range and other
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with Dyneema® fiber for flexible cut can be found in Ansell’s Protection
resistance. The palm of the glove is Solutions Catalogue. Visit
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Top class contractors are keen to work
with Vandgard and not only because
of profitability. In this example (see
image) erected by Brenwood Fencing,
the Vandgard supports were fabricated,
galvanised and colour coated as an
integral part of the fence during the
manufacturing.
curved away from vertical to protect
The Vanguard anti-climb systems are
against falling accidents. Vandgard’s
incredibly easy to fix onto other types
design is unique, consisting of a series
of fencing and leaves happy customers
of curved vanes, each revolving freely
with a productive and perfectly-finished
around a central shaft to create an
product.
unstable barrier which moves if anyone
Being almost impossible to climb over, attempts to climb over it.
the system’s safety angle is one of its
Because it is lightweight (weighing only
most powerful benefits. It is used with
4 kilos per metre) it is also very easy
equal confidence within schools, children’s
to handle and can be used on either
play, government buildings and other
wood or mesh fencing. Due to its ease
high security establishments, and also
and speed of installation, it also offers
in commercial and industrial premises
substantial cost benefits over traditional
throughout the UK and Europe.
methods of protection, such as coils
Unlike razor wire which is often of barbed wire.
inappropriate or even illegal, the vanguard
anti-climb system is not a trap. It has
no impaling spike and the vanes are www.vandgard.co.uk
Cornwall.. Devon ..
what next for Bond Timber?
Chris Berry talks acquisitions, treatments & new business with Shaun Getson
The name’s Bond. Okay, that maybe
the closest you’re going to get to
any connection with the famous film
character and series but Bond Timber
is now a pretty well-known name in
the South West.
With the acquisition we acquired the ‘We felt it was a good idea to invest business is now at least 10 times catchphrase over the years has been
site which has been opened as our in our treatment facilities & offer bigger than it once was and the range ‘All we do is Timber’. This has been
second branch, open to retail, trade our customers a higher standard of of products we offer has diversified extended now with the introduction
and merchant customers. Clinton Gates treatment. With Arch Chemicals advice greatly from standard fencing and of the manufacturing at Merton. ‘We
has been a fantastic acquisition for us and installation of the latest Auto- cladding materials to hardwoods, work hard to build on our branding
and now allows us to manufacture a Treater technology we are now able to oak flooring, plywoods, decking and ‘good for wood’
high quality handcrafted gate range. measure and produce reports of each more importantly constructional graded
We have purchased the name Clinton treatment charge we do. For our higher timber sizing up to 12 x 6 x 8m long. We offer a daily delivery service
Gates as the range has a considerable specification treatment this is very We work very hard to offer a one stop throughout the South West via our
reputation throughout the UK which important. It gives us the opportunity to shop service to our customers and large fleet of vehicles including crane
we believe there is real potential to supply our customers with a treatment stride to ensure we buy the highest off load. Our gates are transported
expand with the aid of many new certificate and reporting. quality products available’ throughout the UK via a selected courier
selected retailers and merchants. The and order sizes can vary from 1 gate to
gates are finished to a high standard We are very pleased to add ISO9001- The company specialise in three main 150 – we are able to service both.
and we feel confident we can achieve 2008 to our list of accreditations treatment operations – Tanalith E;
including PEFC and FSC. Vacsol Aqua – their low pressure Their business comes from far and
even greater success with them by
treatment for internal use such as wide, from individuals to schools,
offering a first class service.
Bond Timber are by no means standing joists; and Tanatone. to contractors, companies and
But it’s not just the acquisition of the by and watching the grass grow under conglomerates – and in recent times one
Merton site and the Clinton Gates name their feet. They are also investing in their Size-wise, both the Trerulefoot and of the UK’s leading tourist destinations
that is exciting Shaun and his team this future by upgrading they’re treatment Merton operations run to around three – The Eden Project.
year. They have also recently achieved plants and machinery to coincide with acre sites with a staff of 26 employed
the very latest technology. between the two. The Eden Project were looking for
ISO9001 accreditation and are able
timber with a 30 year service treatment
to offer Sector Scheme 4 Treatment,
‘The sawmill has been in operation ‘Our mix of business is made up of and we were able to supply just that.
otherwise known as the ‘highways
for over 15 years and the Bond family private individuals and trade and Everything we do here at Trerulefoot or
specification’ for motorway and A road
took it over almost 8 years ago. The merchant customers,’ says Shaun. ‘Our Merton is all about giving our customers
fencing. Shaun comments
the best possible timber, the best
possible products and assurance of
our professional approach. We’ve been
around as Bond Timber for quite a
while now, and we’re growing. We fully
intend growing the business across
both of our sites even further.’
BOND TIMBER
Trerulefoot, Saltash
Cornwall PL12 5BL
Tel: 01503 240308
BOND TIMBER
Merton, Okehampton, Devon
Tel: 01805 603742
www.whbond.co.uk
“ I think a major
mark-up as what you’d expect. So it
might be a case of working twice as
part of our
hard, doing twice as much, only to get
the same level of profit as you would
appeal is that
three years ago.”
we are open to
One relationship that Grant and the
team value greatly is the one they have
new ideas. ”
with their long-time suppliers IAE and
Taylor Made Timber. For many years
the two companies have worked hand
in hand and Grant credits them for
Grant Bulman their excellent service and top quality
products.
A19 into Sunderland. As you might expect with 99.9% of Construction where we are provided
Brenwood’s trade being within the a new-build housing estate with noise Brenwood Fencing
Grant tells us: “I think a major part of commercial market, the company secure barriers.” Unit 3,
our appeal is that we are open to new many contracts with local authorities, Queens Court Business Centre
ideas. Over the last twelve months or schools and housing development Brenwood’s presence is strengthened
Carrmere Rd,
so we have really explored working in agencies: “We have recently designed further because as a company they
Leechmere Industrial Estate
expanded metal; in fact I’d say we have products for Gateshead council which work with both timber and steel. As
Sunderland
probably put up about 3000 metres incorporated a Vanguard Anti-Climb specialists in security fencing, Grant
Tyne and Wear SR2 9TW
of expanded metal fencing last year system. And we currently in the middle and the team erect palisade and mesh
alone.” of a particularly large job for Gentoo systems on a daily basis.
estates in Essex but there’s no minimum a fan of computers, but I do know that
or maximum we’ll do, that’s why we’ve investing in our new system will make
done so well, we’re constantly adapting life much easier. “
our offering to suit.”
Health & Safety is also taken very
Indeed, Danbury has some interesting seriously by the company. Derek tells
projects up its sleeve, including some me: “It costs us a lot of money to keep
more unusual ones, they’ve made the up to speed and we hire an advisor to
signs for the new Pooh Bridge Car Park ensure nothing is overlooked”. However, Décor fencing
in Ashdown Forest! such ‘progress’ also brings frustrations.
Ross adds: “We’d like to see some of the
It’s easy to see why all the team are ridiculous legislation phased out so that
so positive about the future – they people can revert back to knowing that
have every reason to be, with the if they put their fingers into a saw they
company celebrating its 40thbirthday may lose them, without having to read
this summer. And though the heart of a sign that tells them in advance.”
Danbury Fencing is based upon traditional
principles, the business is constantly It’s the ‘common sense’ approach and
urBan-cantileVer gates
on the move, recently installing a new having met a fair few fencers in my
computer system to aid efficiency and time, I’m fairly certain that everyone
busy updating equipment and vehicles. would agree.
Sarah’s finger is clearly on the pulse,
and having Peter Hammersley, a timber Regardless of all the paperwork, Danbury
industry expert, as their chairman has Fencing is excelling and quite rightly so.
also held the company in good stead, Not often do you meet a team of such
advising them on when to buy, when to dedicated and passionate people, and
wait, and what’s going on in the industry. it’s all testimony to Mike Balls’ vision and
Needless to say, Danbury did very well efforts. It goes without saying, he’d be
during the timber shortages! very proud to see where the company
is now and even more excited about
Ross continues: “We’d been a bit stagnant where it is going.
in terms of progression until Sarah came
onboard; she’s like her father but thirty Tel 01704 822 030 Fax 01704 337 171
years younger - she’s a breath of fresh For more information, visit Email sales@urbanfencing.co.uk
air to us all. Now, we’re ahead of the www.danburyfencing or
game again, grasping new opportunities call 01376 502020 www.urbanfencing.co.uk
and keeping up with the times. I’m not
“We always try to look after people, his mum, and one of the couple’s sons,
to give advice and offer a good service Jack, has also joined forces working on
– that’s what sets us apart from other a part-time basis - due to his studying of
timber merchants in the area.” maths and business studies at college.
With Darren’s three boys and Mike’s
Indeed, with plenty of people buzzing
three girls growing up surrounded by
about and a huge wood burner in the
the family business, there’s going to be
reception keeping customers toasty,
no shortage of helping hands seeing the
there’s literally a warm reception for
company through to its centurion!
anyone coming through the door.
“The climate isn’t making things easy
Keen on running a tight ship, the company
at the moment, people seem to be a
appointed Mike Buxey to ensure that all
bit more cautious with spending so far
the certifications and training standards
this year and what with fuel rises and
were met, and the company now supports
competition slashing their prices, it can
several of its employees on NVQ courses,
be hard work”, says Darren.
counting towards their CSCS cards, as
well as keeping on top of the Health & But luckily for the team, a loyal customer
Safety and equipment qualifications, with base and a niche market means that
which a company of twenty employees when one side of the company is quiet,
and seven gangs must comply. another will more than make up for it.
In addition, the recent launch of a new,
“Our business is very much seasonal”,
updated website is also attracting new
Mike tells me, “From the end of February
customers – providing an informative
to June we generate about two-thirds
introduction to the company’s range of
of our workload.”
products and services online.
Darren continues: “It would be good if
The climate may be tough thanks to the
people realised we can do fencing in
cuts and rises that came in with the
the winter too! But we make a point of also recently completed an impressive as the big earners: new year, but New Forest Fencing is
keeping everyone on during our quiet project providing security mesh cladding looking ahead – with plans to buy their
times – all our employees are trained for a shopping precinct at The Range “Because we manufacture and treat here
two acre site on the horizon as the family
up with the manufacturing too so we in Bursledon. on site, we can take on any project of
prepares for their golden anniversary,
spend the cold months building stock for any size. Our bespoke offering proves
there’s no doubt that there’ll be many
when the spring comes around.” Mike Buxey says “Our fencing was an very popular indeed.”
more glowing years in the timber industry
integral part of the building and the
There’s no fear of things being too quiet It’s great to see a company with its roots for the Wateridge family.
project was worth £250k for both
however, as the company isn’t short of supply and fit.” steeped in family history going strong.
large-scale projects; including work at Not only do Darren and Mike work for
Hamble Sports College and for Morgan Though Darren is keen to point out the company, but Darren’s wife Karen For more information visit
Ashurst and ABP. The business has that the small jobs count just as much has taken over administration duties from www.newforestfencing.co.uk
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We are pleased to be associated with New Forest Fencing & Gates
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Tel: 01403 255255 Fax: 01403 210214
We are pleased to be associated with New Forest Fencing
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BIGGER AND
J&J Scotts’ new Managing Director Robert Scott
BETTER FOR
A&J SCOTT LTD
One of the UK’s leading independent timber products. The new tank will
homegrown sawmills has announced also support the company’s recent
further expansion as it seeks to provide launch of a new stock centre to provide
improved service and flexibility to a more flexible service to its customers
customers. in the fencing market.
A & J Scott Ltd is expanding timber The introduction of the new vessel
treatment operations at its site in follows A & J Scott’s adoption of the
Northumberland with the addition Osmose Naturewood treatment. This
of a new pressure vessel. The new widely used preservative system is
tank will provide a significant extra based on copper and an organic co-
facility for green and brown finish biocide (Alkaline Copper Quaternary).
preservative, increasing the company’s Copper, a naturally occurring mineral,
overall treatment capacity by 50%. is an effective and widely used
fungicide.
This is the latest move in the support our increased production
company’s expansion plans which have Robert Scott, who took over as Managing capacity. This latest investment will
For more information
seen production capacity increased Director from his father Andrew last speed up our treatment process and
call 01668 217 288 or email
dramatically in recent years, and will year, said, “We are delighted to be help us to provide a faster, more flexible
timber@ajscott.co.uk
meet growing demand for treated bringing this extra facility online to response to customers.”
The SBD logo is the only symbol Securing SBD accreditation reiterates
that guarantees national Police approval Frontier Pitts status as a first-class
of a product, providing architects, product manufacturer.
planners, specifiers, builders and
end customers with reassurance that
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Estate at Bwlch Nant yr Arian Visitor or whether all trees in an infected area
Centre near Aberystwyth in Ceredigion. will need to be felled.
The Government has unveiled its but as David Sulman says, “There is
plans for the future ownership and much more than this at stake, we are
management of the public forest talking about peoples’ livelihoods. Plans
estate in England - the forests and for 150 year leases for forests will
woodlands managed by Forestry be of no comfort to most businesses
Commission England. in the sector and will simply add to
uncertainties about wood supply in
A public consultation was launched on 27 future. This is an extremely worrying
January and sets out the rationale for a situation which not only affects England,
move away from Government ownership but also has serious implications for
and management of significant areas of wood using businesses in Scotland and
woodland. The consultation proposes Wales, given the relatively small size
a mixed model approach to reforming of the overall GB ‘wood basket’ and
the ownership and management of the we will be providing further feedback
public forest estate to create a greater to the Minister”.
role for civil society, businesses and
individuals. In 2009, the Scottish Government
proposed leasing significant areas of
David Sulman, Executive Director of productive forest from the Forestry
the UK Forest Products Association, Commission Scotland estate for up
said “Publication of this consultation to 75 years; this resulted in a huge
has been keenly awaited by businesses backlash from industry and public alike
in the wood processing sector in Great and the plans were dropped. More
Britain. Given the significant role that recently, both the Scottish Government
the Forestry Commission plays in wood and the Welsh Assembly Government
supply in England and the certainty it have publicly stated their support for
provides to industry via its production their respective public forest estates,
forecasts and sales opportunities, there confirming that they have no plans to
is clearly much at stake. I am sorry to change their ownership.
say that at first sight, the Government
proposals look to be a recipe for disaster. Quite apart from the outcome of the
I spoke with Jim Paice MP, the Minister public consultation, the Government has
of State for Agriculture and Food at already instructed Forestry Commission
DEFRA earlier this week and he England to dispose of some 40,000
outlined the proposals; he was keen hectares of forest and woodland over
to point out that there are no plans the next four years, which amounts to
to sell the large commercial conifer about 15% of the public forest estate in
forests in England, but instead they are England. “Disposal programmes are also
planning to offer 150 year leases for of concern to us” said David Sulman,
large productive forests, such as Kielder. “we are concerned that there may even
Many in industry will be shocked by be an escalation of this programme,
these plans, which certainly do nothing to in view of the Government’s ‘dash for
build much-needed confidence amongst cash’, to bolster the depleted public
businesses”. coffers”.
The Aim
To produce a compact high performance
post driver that can be used by one
man to give working rates comparable
to the biggest machines on the market.
It must be suitable for a 70hp tractor
(lightweight) for working on soft land
and it must offer the ultimate in
safety and stability when travelling
on steep ground. It must be compact
for transportation down narrow lanes
and easy access amongst trees in
forestry situations.
The Forest Supreme offers all the The post driver offers a huge saving in
performance and hitting power of the terms of costs for those seeking high
top professional machines offered by performance in a compact package or
Bryce as a backup for the busy contractor who
does not require bigger heavier machines
Completing the package is a 100mm but who may wish to send a man away
rockspike which will go down to 1.2 mts to drive strainers and hang gates on
(4’) deep, a quick release for safety, and his own with speed and efficiency.
a hefty extractor ram for spike extraction It weighs 600 kgs less than bigger,
in severe conditions. Hydraulic controls similar performance machines but can
can be folded neatly to the side for still deliver 62 tonnes of hitting power if
transport and travelling down narrow required. The comparatively light weight
lanes or amongst trees and forestry.. of the post driver makes it ideal for the
extreme conditions which prevail on
The Result
rough hill ground which can alternate
between bog and severe slopes.
www.wildlifefencing.co.uk
THE UK’S LEADING SUPPLIER OF WILDLIFE FENCING
Newt • Badger • Rabbit • Water Vole
ROLAWN RELOCATE
WEST MIDLANDS DEPOT
Rolawn, one of the UK’s largest turf location close to the M6 and M42 to the
growers and leading topsoil suppliers east of Birmingham. It will enable us to
have relocated their West Midlands improve customer service and at the same
Depot to Coleshill. time increase the capacity and efficiency
of our distribution operation.”
In addition to continuing to provide a local
sales and delivery services to customers
in the Birmingham area, the new Coleshill
The Coleshill site address is:
site will also be a key distribution hub
Rolawn West Midlands
throughout the West Midlands, South
The Cedars, Coton Road
West and South Wales.
Nether Whitacre, Coleshill
Philip Cuthbert, Rolawn’s Commercial Birmingham B46 2HH
Director commented “The new site is
significantly larger and is in an ideal
4 EXCAVATORS PROVE
AN INSTANT HIT
Plant hire firms, contractors, utilities range, while still offering a smooth
and local authorities alike have travel performance.
enthusiastically welcomed the new
generation of Dash 4 mini excavators The group’s Managing Director, John
from Kubota (UK) Ltd - Construction Jarvie, said: “We have bought Kubota
Equipment, praising the machines’ equipment for many years and are
unrivalled blend of power, reliability committed to a continual investment
and the very latest technology. programme for our fleet, so it was a
natural decision for us to buy the very
The manufacturer’s new U48-4, U55- latest KX057-4 machines.
4 and KX057-4 models have already and gives us a powerful excavator for Kubota (UK) Ltd – Construction
been pressed into service following “Customers these days want mini
tight areas. It also accommodates a Equipment Sales and Marketing Manager,
their UK introduction at the company’s excavators that are quieter, offer
wide range of attachments and you can Richard Harrison, said: “It’s not just
Kubota Live! event at Rockingham Castle enhanced performance and which
pre-set the oil flow so you don’t have the new black livery that is making the
earlier in 2010. are more fuel-efficient. The KX057-4
to get a fitter to adjust it for you when new Kubota Dash 4s distinctive, it’s
achieves all of these targets, providing
you use another attachment.” the host of modifications, improved
The machines have built upon the the benefits direct to our clients. Further
technology and the extra power that
excellence of their predecessors by north, in Aberdeen, MTM Construction “We’re always keen to buy Kubotas we have given them that really makes
offering users more strength per pound, Ltd bought a Kubota U55-4, which has because they’re extremely reliable. them stand out from the crowd.
thanks to each one’s increased boom been added to its fleet in order to answer We like to keep them for a number
lifting force, which has allowed Kubota the growing need for machines capable of years and we’re confident we’ll
to step up the weight scale. The new of working in confined spaces.” get good service from this one. Our
For more information
U48-4 zero tail swing excavator offers customers are thrilled with what they
Bill McDonald, plant/transport manager contact Kubota (UK) Ltd
4.7 tonnes of lifting power, combined are getting with the Dash 4s, and still
for MTM Construction, said: “We’re on 01844 214500 or visit
with the ability to work in confined know that, like all Kubotas, they are
very pleased with the machine; it’s www.kubota.co.uk
spaces. This makes it the most powerful reliable, need minimal servicing and
zero-tail swing machine in Kubota’s the biggest Kubota mini that we’ve got
hold their value.
QUICKFENCER
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FOR MORE
Faster – Tighter – Easier – Safer
• 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
At last month’s LAMMA, Blackburn- was created in 2004 when business • Bryce, Malone, Wrag and others
based Quickfencer introduced a partners John Brewer and Steve Rawcliffe • Horse and Deer version available
• All machines will take 2 x500 mtr or 2 x300, or 3 x100, rolls of net
new, innovative attachment onto saw an opportunity to develop a machine
• Re-rolling attachment (roll wire back the same diameter) as the original
the market and wowed the crowds that would save time and money when • 7 day money back guarantee (subject to terms and excludes return carriage)
whilst doing so. erecting new fencing. • NEW PLAIN WIRE MACHINE capable of rolling out and tensioning up to
12 lines and taking 6x 3000 metre rolls at once
The highly acclaimed and incredibly 2011 now sees the launch of a new
Please contact: John Mob: 07966 285240 or Steve Mob: 07931 511090
successful Quickfencer (used for the attachment which both John and Steve
www.quickfencer.com • email: info@quickfencer.co.uk
unrolling and tensioning of wire fencing) claim will make the Quickfencer even
more productive: “The attachment allows
a Standard 80 Quickfencer to erect 2
D. J. PRICE
metres of Deer, Badger, & Horse Netting. Timber
There is also a second attachment that & Fencing
fits to the attachment which enables Supplies
you to erect up 6 strands of barbed
wire at once. These attachments enable Specialist supplier of treated and untreated
the Standard 80 machine to erect all traditionally peeled round and half round
different heights of wire and can be post and rails.
retro-fitted.
Now in stock - 8ft & 9ft rustic poles.
Steve explains, “The development of
Delivery throughout the UK by crane lorry for your convenience
this new attachment means that fencers
have the ability to effectively do more The Compound, Wem Industrial Estate
at any given time.” Soulton Road, Wem, Shropshire, SY4 5SD
Tel: 01939 235720
Fax: 01939 235477
www.quickfencer.co.uk www.davidjprice.co.uk
PROTECH MACHINERY
TRACKED POST DRIVERS – A ONE MAN FENCING MACHINE, SAVE LABOUR, FUEL AND TIME!!
TELESCOPIC MAST
OPTION FOR 10FT 250KG HAMMER
POSTS WEIGHT
800MM
TELESCOPIC
SIDESHIFT
COMPACT FOR
TRANSPORT
SALES APPOINTMENT
The phenomenal growth of fencing sales
in the last two years has far exceeded
expectations, especially the popularity Rob
of the Fenn-Lite range. This growth Chapman Rolawn has recently promoted Tim
in demand has created the position of Price to the position of Regional Sales
Southern Area Sales Manager, to maintain Manager for South East England.
the high-level of customer service for speaking to the many loyal and valued Previously Assistant Depot Manager
which FP McCann is renowned. Robert customers whom I have met thus far. I at Rolawn’s St Albans Depot, Tim
will be dealing with customers south am looking forward to working with them will be responsible for key account
of the M4 corridor from Pembrokeshire all in the future and helping in any way management and development of
across to Kent and reporting to Katie I can to promote, support and grow our customer initiatives.
McGorty, National Sales Manager. respective businesses together”.
Cedric McMillan, Rolawn’s Sales &
Born in Frome, Somerset but now living in Outside of work Roberts interests include Marketing Director commented, “we
Westbury, Wiltshire, Robert commented motorcycling, music and reading. He was are extremely pleased with Tim’s
“It’s a very exciting time to be joining the drummer in hard-rock band “Frenzy” appointment as his extensive knowledge
the company. Continued investment in for 5 years touring North America and of the industry, our customer base and
new product development, combined Europe extensively with the band prior product range will enable him to build
with the enormous levels of experience, to “retiring the sticks” in 2006. Since on our market leading position and
knowledge and enthusiasm from my then, he worked as the Southern Area ensure the highest levels of customer
colleagues is unrivalled. The net result of Manager for a manufacturer of Composite service are both achieved and driven www.rolawn.co.uk
this commitment is clearly evident from doors within the u-PVC industry. forward”.
ACCESS BARRIERS
Alexandra Security Products 0870 8501112 Sales Traffic barriers, parking posts,bollards and traffic flow plates
F H Brundle 01708 25 35 45 Sales Traffic barriers, parking posts and bollards
Procter Concrete and Fencing Products 0113 2862586 Jason Torvill Manual traffic barriers, bollards etc. www.fencingmaterials.co.uk
CHAINLINK FENCING
Anderton Concrete 01606 79436 Sales Office Chainlink to BS1722 and fittings
Crowthorne 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 fencing
Gaurdian Wire Ltd 0161 6246020 Sales Dept Full range of chainlink fencing
John Chirnside & Sons Ltd 01732 882 367 Sales Full range of chainlink fencing & gates
Procter Concrete & Fencing Products 0113 2862586 Jason Torvill Chainlink, posts, fittings, barbed wire, razor wire www.fencingmaterials.co.uk
CHESTNUT PALE MANUFACTURERS AND STOCKISTS
CWP Fencing 07985 298221 Colin Roots Chestnut materials and fencing, Sussex post and cleft rail
Estate Fencing Ltd 0142 4882888 Sales Dept Chestnut fencing and stakes
E. J Holmes & Sons Ltd 0162 2842797 Sales Dept Chestnut fencing and stakes. FSC Certified
Manchester Chestnut 0161 7772314 Sales Dept MANUFACTURERS – ISO9002 – ACCREDITED
Torry Hill Chestnut Fencing 01795 886 020 Sales Dept Chestnut fencing manufacturers, cleft post and rails plus stakes. FSC Pure 100%. www.torryhill.co.uk
CONCRETE POST MANUFACTURERS
Anderton Concrete 0160 679436 Sales Office An extensive range of garden & security fencing
Crowthorne Fencing & Timber Suppliers 01234 273077 Sales Office Full range of posts, panels and bollards
FP McCann 01455 290780 Sales Full range of fence posts and gravel boards
Procter Concrete & Fencing Products 0113 2862586 Jason Torvilll Full range of Concrete Posts & Gravel Boards www.fencingmaterials.co.uk
Stockport Fencing Ltd 0161 4770010 Sales Full range of concrete posts and panels available. www.stockportfencing.co.uk.
.
01630 672722
Welch Fencing 01772 336476 Sales Full Range of concrete posts and panels available www.garden-fence-panels.co.uk
COLOURED STEEL FENCE AND LATTICE
Kookaburra Fencing Ltd 01638 508640 Sales Coloured steel fencing systems
Climar Colourfence Ltd 01594 544276 Sales Hi-tensile Zincalume colorbond steel. www.climar.com.au
CLEFT FENCING
Winterbourne Zelston Fencing Ltd 01929 459245 Richard Bower Cleft fencing materials
Torry Hill Chestnut Fencing 01795 886 020 Sales Dept Chestnut fencing manufacturers, cleft post and rails plus stakes. FSC Pure 100%. www.torryhill.co.uk
CRASH BARRIER SUPPLIERS
Alexandra Security Products 0870 8501112 Sales Armco and Boxbeam
D & C Fencing 0800 5424037 Connor O’Brian Suppliers of all Crash Barrier Supplies including Armco
F H Brundle 01708 25 35 45 Sales Armco type crash barriers and posts
Newton & Frost Fencing Ltd 01435 811615 Sales Suppliers of all crash barrier including car park. sales@nffltd.co.uk
CREOSOTED FENCING AND TIMBER
Batsford Timber Ltd 01985 219555 Sales www.batsfordtimber.co.uk.
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01608 651096
Calders & Grandidge 01205 358886 Sales www.caldersandgrandidge.com
HFS Timber 01604 581444 Sales www.hfstimber.co.uk
H J Webb & Son 01793 783879 Jez Webb www.webbswood.co.uk
DECKING AND ACCESSORIES
KDM International Ltd 01473 276900 Sales Importers, Stockist and Distributors of Deck boards, Spindles, Newels, Handrails .
and Joists
ENGLISH OAK SUPPLIERS
A & J Scott Ltd 01668 217288 Ian Barfoot Cut Oak beams, suppliers of all grades of Oak round timbers www.ajscott.co.uk
D & C Fencing Contractors 0800 5424037 David Fisher Suppliers of all Crash Barrier Supplies including Armco
John Brooke Ltd 01664 823103 Sales All oak fencing and beam requirements
Corwen Forestry Timber Products Ltd 01490 440316 Sales All oak fencing and beam requirements
A.J Charlton & Sons 0137 3812521 Sales All oak fencing and beam cut to required sizes
A Hingley & Son Ltd 01773 550055 John Hingley All oak fencing requirements
Linnell Bros Ltd 0132 7857217 Roger Linnell All oak fencing requirements
Morgan Timber 0163 4290909 Sales Dept All types, sawn or machined, from our sawmill
Nelson Butler & Son Ltd 01507 523451 Carl Butler Cutting Fencing, Joinery & Beam Oak, from our own sawmill
TimberStore - Beaconsfield 01494 671921 Sales Beam & fencing grades cut to your requirements.
TimberStore - Crawley 01342 717155 Sales Beam & fencing grades cut to your requirements.
EUROPEAN FENCING SUPPLIES
Ashley Timber 01274 832700 Sales Office Importers and distributors of European timber products. sales@ashleytimber.com
Daco Timber Products 01797 344422 Sales Importers, stockist and distributors of continental fencing and gates www.dacotimber.com
KDM International Ltd 01473 276900 Sales Importers, Stockist and Distributors of Screen, Gates, Lattice and Border panels
FITTINGS, TOOLS AND ACCESSORIES
British Gates & Timber Ltd 01580 291555 Sales Office All types of fittings, tools and accessories available
Corwen Forestry Timber Products Ltd 01490 440316 Sales All types Available
Crowthorne 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.uk
Garden Furniture and Structures
KDM International Ltd 01473 276900 Sales Importers, Stockist and Distributors of Softwood Furniture, Arches and Pergolas
GENERAL FENCE MANUFACTURERS
Alexandra Security Products 0870 8501112 Sales Full range of fittings, tools and accessories
Akinsons Fencing 01977 550 441 Sales All types of timber fencing www.atkinsonsfencing.co.uk
British Gates & Timber Ltd 01580 291555 Sales Office High quality pressure treated fencing available
Charles Ransfords Sawmills 01588 638331 Sales Dept Domestic, agricultural and highways fencing. Specialist acoustic suppliers. .
www.ransfords.co.uk
Corwen Forestry Timber Products Ltd 01490 440316 Sales Full range of pressure-treated fencing
Derek Fox & Sons 01772 784626 Sales One stop suppliers and gate manufacturers. www.derekfoxtimber.co.uk
Gaurdian Wire Ltd 0161 6246020 Sales Dept All types of fencing available
GWR Agricultural Fencing Suppliers 01939 234880 Sales Traditional and peeled treated fencing
IAE Fencing 01538 755888 Sales Office Full range of standard & bespoke steel fencing
John Brooke Ltd 01664 823103 Sales Full range of pressure-treated fencing
A.E Evans 0197 8710455 Sales Office Machine rounded and traditionally peeled treated fencing
Western Log Group 0163 9896715 Tony Evans Pressure treated fencing
Carron Bridge Sawmill 01848 331661 Sales Office Full range of fencing slats and materials
Stewart Timber Products 01236 727776 Sales Office www.stewartfencing.co.uk
Calders & Grandidge 01205 358866 Sales Office Residential, Agricultural, Highways Fencing – pressure treated
M & M Timber Co Ltd. 01299 832 611 Sales All Types of fencing available www.mmtimber.co.uk
Taylormade Timber Products Ltd 0191 3720524 Sales Wide range of Fencing components, including posts, rails, boards, feather edge,.
cappings & Panels www.taylormadetimber.co.uk
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
To obtain an entry in the Buyers’ Guide (£110.00 +VAT per Year). Contact Simone Gallon or Ben Walton on 01274 610 101.
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