THE door industry journal winter 2025 28 Industry News Also online at: www.dijonline.co.uk Strength Through Distribution: How Ellard’s Northern Ireland Hub is Delivering Real Results Ellard established its Northern Ireland hub to make ordering and fulfilment easier for installers and distributors. By holding stock locally and managing deliveries directly, the company can respond faster to the needs of the Irish market, reducing downtime and keeping projects moving. The Northern Ireland hub is a natural extension of Ellard’s long-standing commitment to customer support. It reflects the company’s focus on service reliability, not just in the quality of its products, but in every stage of the supply chain. “Our customers depend on us to help them deliver on time and without disruption,” says Stuart Kempster, Ellard’s Account Manager for Northern Ireland, Ireland and Scotland. “By strengthening our distribution in Northern Ireland, we’re giving installers the confidence that their products will always arrive when they need them.” As demand continues to grow, Ellard’s investment in local distribution is helping future-proof supply for customers. With faster delivery, stronger stock availability, and responsive service, the company is reinforcing its reputation as a trusted partner to the trade. For more contact Account Manager Stuart Kempster at stuartk@ellard.co.uk Hörmann Unveils Installer Rewards ‘Frosty Friday’ Promotion Hörmann UK has announced its Frosty Friday promotion, as part of its installer Rewards programme. The promotion will run on the first three Fridays of December (5th, 12th and 19th), with the first registered installer to log an installation on each of these dates receiving a £50 Amazon gift card. The Hörmann Rewards programme, which is aimed at individual fitters based in the UK and Northern Ireland, has been recognised as the first independent loyalty scheme of its kind within the industry. The initiative rewards installers with points for every qualifying installation of Hörmann’s featured products, including the full range of Hörmann Truedor composite doors and the RollMatic T garage door. Points can then be redeemed against a selection of rewards. The process is straightforward, with installers registering via the dedicated Hörmann Rewards website. Installations are logged through a simple three-step process, requiring only a short form and photograph of the door label. Installers can then track their activity, accumulated points, and available rewards via an online dashboard. For further information on the Hörmann Rewards programme and the Frosty Friday promotion, contact your local Hörmann Area Sales Manager or visit www.hormannrewards.co.uk Key Benefits of the Hub Reduced Lead Times - Regional stockholding allows faster order fulfilment, helping installers meet deadlines and maintain efficiency. Next-Day Delivery - Most orders can be delivered within 24 hours, providing reliability when timelines are tight. No Customs Delays - With stock already in Northern Ireland, customers avoid cross-border paperwork and customs checks entirely. Local Collection - Urgent job? Products can be collected directly from the hub for immediate use. Reliable Stock Levels - Ellard continually monitors demand to ensure highrotation motors and controls are readily available when needed.
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