The shortlist for the British Woodworking Federation Awards has been announced.

Chief executive Helen Hewitt said: “There are so many exciting and innovative entries this year and the judges had no easy task in making their shortlist selections.

“After a challenging 18 months, this is an important opportunity for us to celebrate the businesses within our sector who continue to push the boundaries in woodworking and joinery. I look forward to celebrating the success and outstanding achievements of all of our finalists, on what will be a fantastic evening.”

The full shortlist for this year’s awards is:

Health and Safety Award – Sponsored by Intelligent Door Solutions:

  • JELD-WEN – for its collaboration in developing, testing, and introducing an advanced Radio Frequency Tag System, to protect pedestrians from moving industrial vehicles. 
  • The Window Company (Contracts) Ltd – for the implementation of health and safety initiatives that demonstrates their commitment to improving employee safety and reducing workplace risks. 
  • Blue Aardvark Joinery Ltd – for their continued investment in improving how health and safety is managed across the business, through certifications and employee engagement.

Process Efficiency Award – Sponsored by PIB Insurance Brokers:

  • James Latham – for an innovative and collaborative product development project to produce their Finish Line Cladding Collection.
  • TMJ Interiors – for demonstrating a fantastic use of procurement and technology to ensure the sustainability of their Grosvenor Square project.

Product Design in Wood Award – Sponsored by Teknos:

  • James Latham – for collaborating with coatings and modified wood experts to develop a factory finished exterior cladding range with outstanding performance.
  • The Sash Window Workshop Trading Ltd – for the supply and install of 53 bespoke windows and two doors to a house within a conservation area.
  • Precision Made Joinery Ltd – for demonstrating a wide range of skills and craftsmanship using American Black Walnut throughout their client’s property.

Woodworking Project of the Year Award – Sponsored by FIT Show:

  • TMJ Interiors – for its complex, design, manufacture, and installation of a striking feature ceiling in London’s exclusive Mayfair.
  • George Barnsdale – for the restoration of a listed Victorian shopfront at the centre of a conservation area in London’s Bishopgate.
  • Precision Made Joinery Ltd – for the complex and intricate design and manufacture of an Organ Screen and Sacristan’s Cupboard for the Parish Church of St Andrew, Chesterton.
  • McLaughlin & Harvey Workspace – for the design, manufacture, and installation of a stylish and elegant community care project for Jewish Care in Sandringham. 

Rising Star Award – Sponsored by Dixon International Group:

  • Claire Lowes, Vigor Doors – the company said: ‘“Doors for Life’ perfectly encapsulates Claire’s and Vigor’s shared and constantly adhered to vision that what they do, saves lives”. 
  • Bradley Brookes, Brookeswood Joinery Ltd – the company said: “Bradley brings great enthusiasm and is dedicated to contributing to the continued growth of the business”. 
  • Oliver Randall, Vigor Doors – the company says: “Oliver has created not only a brand, but a culture that everyone at Vigor Doors lives by “Doors for Life”. 

Woodworking Apprentice of the Year Award – Sponsored by CITB:

  • Harvey Coyne, The Joinery Co (London) Ltd – the company says: “Harvey has been a model student who has excelled both at college and in the workplace. It has been a pleasure to work with someone so keen and enthusiastic to learn.” 
  • Jake Pedder, RW Carpenters Ltd – his tutor says: “Jake has displayed a natural talent for carpentry; excellent hand skills and the ability to problem solve, overcome issues that arise and complete the task to a high standard within the time scales allowed.”
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