Tomorrow marks 100 years in business for sliding door gear manufacturer P C Henderson.
Founded by Percy Cecil Henderson on the 24th February 1921, the company started in an unused loft space of a paint and varnish factory. Fast forward 100 years and the company has offices in the UK, Ireland, Holland and China, exports to over 70 countries worldwide and is firmly positioned as the go to provider for sliding door gear. The company operates out of its 2.9 acre Bowburn based manufacturing plant where it has stood for the last 52 years.
Managing director Trevor Cossins, pictured, said: “Celebrating a centenary in business is a huge achievement, it puts us amongst a rare group of companies which have truly withstood the test of time and it certainly isn’t something that happens by chance.”
“In the late 1920s’ Percy Cecil Henderson established the export side of the business – developing strong relationships in South Africa, New Zealand and China – regions which we still have a strong presence in today. I believe this courageous move has been a huge factor in the company’s longevity and success over the years.”
The company enters its second century of business with growth plans including a number of product launches and expansion plans for the American markets.
www.pchenderson.com
