Trade fabricator Fentrade has further strengthened its management team with the appointment of Nigel Davies as its new Technical Manager. Chris Reeks, Director of Fentrade, said: “We are delighted to welcome Nigel to the team. His wide-ranging experience and understanding of every facet of the industry will be invaluable to both our company and our…
Aluminium fabricator Fentrade has been announced as a finalist in two categories at the National Fenestration Awards 2025: Aluminium Fabricator of the Year and Bi-Folding Door Manufacturer Of The Year. Chris Reeks, Director of Fentrade, commented: “The National Fenestration Awards are decided completely by the participation of the industry, so it’s a real honour to…
Award winning aluminium trade fabricator, Fentrade Limited, has been acquired by Aluminium Vision Limited from Gloucestershire in a move that will further strengthen Fentrade’s position as a manufacturer of high quality commercial and residential frames. The shareholdings of Fentrade have been sold in a deal managed and overseen by business sale specialists Dexterity Partners, who…
Independent fabricator Fentrade is reporting a strong increase in commercial contract enquiries and sales. Managing Director Chris Reeks says: “The commercial sector is very buoyant at the moment. For example, we’ve seen a 44% year-on-year increase in commercial door sales in the first quarter of 2025.” Chris reports Fentrade is receiving enquiries for a diverse…
Aberporth Primary on the Ceredigion coast has a striking new Mondrian-inspired façade thanks to the skills of trade fabricator Fentrade and contractor LEB Construction. Chris Reeks, Managing Director at Fentrade, said: “The design, size and timescale on this project were all extremely demanding, but we were more than up for the challenge.” The project began…
Trade fabricator Fentrade has reinforced its commitment to quality, service and reliability as part of its 2025 growth strategy with an investment in additional fabrication machinery. The newly-installed Elumatec EP124 Automatic Crimper is now fully operational, enhancing the company’s manufacturing capabilities and underlining its focus on excellence. Chris Reeks, Fentrade’s Managing Director, said: “Part of…
Trade fabricator Fentrade has announced it will be adding the AluK S67 Inline Sliding Door to its portfolio. Fentrade’s Managing Director, Chris Reeks, said: “The S67 is a stylish and versatile solution that’s Part L compliant in both new build and existing properties. We know it will be a popular product for our customers.” The…
Trade fabricator Fentrade showcased its expertise and ability to work to tight timescales in a recent commercial refurbishment project at Treorchy Comprehensive School in Treorchy, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales. The project involved replacing the windows and doors in and around the school’s dining hall, all to a tight schedule. Chris Reeks, Fentrade’s Managing Director, said: “Our customer…
Trade fabricator Fentrade is highlighting its internal training programme, noting the multiple benefits it is bringing to the business and its customers. Chris Reeks, Fentrade’s Managing Director, said: “The industry-wide shortage of skilled labour is a well-known challenge. Here at Fentrade we’re taking steps to address this shortage. At the same time, it’s helping us…
Specialist aluminium fabricator Fentrade has demonstrated the skill of its team on a recent project for longstanding customer Windows Are Us. The project involved the manufacture of several aluminium screens and doors using the Jack Aluminium SD70 Heritage system. These frames needed to be custom-manufactured to fit an entire corner of a building. Additionally, one…