Foils boost growth
29th August 2017

Growth in sale of foils by EMPLAS – now said to account for over a quarter of all products sold – has contributed to a first-half growth of 20% on the same time last year.

The fabricator also said that installers had responded positively to its switch to Optima, including the launch of its flush casement earlier this year. Emplas has also seen growth in its Secured by Design/ PAS24 Composite door, as well as Inline Patio Door sales following the success of its Patiomaster Anglia operation.

Managing director Ryan Johnson said: “Things are tougher. Continuing uncertainty over Brexit and the general election have created some challenges in retail but overall, we have continued to perform to expectation, something that’s been achieved on the strength of our customers’ individual growth.”

He continued: “The impact that foils are having on the market is clear, so being able to offer highly popular colours on short-lead times has been a key driver of growth for us and our customers.”

Emplas is currently close to completion of a factory extension fro its current 50,000 sq ft to almost 70,000 sq ft by the autumn. The new development will house new lines, loading bays and offices.

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