News from Fersina
BS6399 Wind and Snow Loading
Structurally proving that a conservatory is ‘fit for purpose’ is, naturally, something that you would expect from Fersina. However with the onset of the new British Standard BS6399, how is this achieved?
BS6399 is a much more complicated option requiring a data search to be carried out based on the exact postcode of each individual site. It analyses snow and also wind loading necessary for the conservatory. This requirement is particularly valid if you live in the North of Scotland. Whereas previously a loading of 0.6KN/m2 could be used, many areas will now require the higher loading in excess of 1.0KN/m2.
Fersina now has the unique software available to ensure that each and every conservatory that we produce is designed specifically for the topography of its location.
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Secured by Design
Fersina are delighted to announce that our range of PVCu casement windows and open out French Doors has achieved Secured By Design accreditations.
Secured by Design is an initiative managed by the Police to help homeowners choose products that meet high standards in security and crime prevention.
Gary Stewart, Managing Director of Fersina explains “ The police service is often asked for security advice from home owners, and the Secured By Design accreditation offers them the peace of mind they need”.
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26/8/07 - Fersina Windows and Conservatories North Limited celebrated 21 years in business at the Ramnee Hotel in Forres.
Over
150 suppliers, colleagues, members of staff and their families attended
the barbeque at the home town of the companies' headquarters. Staff from
Bruce Hay, the company acquired by Fersina in 2005 also attended the celebration.
Gary Stewart, Managing Director of the company since 2002 wanted to reward the staff for all their hard work since he took over the running of Fersina and Bruce Hay.
Both companies share the premises at Grenshop Industrial Estate and, as the acquisition has meant a large rise in employed personnel, it has been necessary for the company to undertake substantial improvements to their office premises last year.
The company is showing encouraging results for 2007 which demonstrate the planned growth strategy and fundamental strengths of the company.
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15/3/07 - Large Contract Secured for Expanding Conservatory Company
Building and joinery contractor Bruce Hay, who are a division of Fersina Windows and Conservatories Ltd, yesterday announced the commencement of a £1.4 million contract for Hanover Housing Scotland Ltd.
The substantial contract which will run over a 12 month period is to build eighteen low cost 2 bedroom flats at Fleurs Place in Forres.
Gary Stewart, Managing Director of Fersina North Ltd commented “At Bruce Hay we have built up a strong working relationship with Hanover Housing Scotland Ltd, completing various project over the years. This is the biggest contract to date we have secured with them and we are delighted to be given the opportunity to work with them on such a large project”
Mr Stewart continued, “With the acquisition of Bruce Hay building contractors in Dec 05, the company has made excellent progress in expanding its work portfolio and client base. The acquisition also led to a large rise in employed personnel, this making it necessary for the company to undertake substantial improvements to their office premises in Forres during 06.
The company showed encouraging results for 2006 which demonstrate the planned growth strategy and fundamental strengths of the company. Looking ahead, we are well placed to continue to progress in a buoyant marketplace, with nearly £3 million of orders already secured for the start of the year we feel we are well positioned for the future.”
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2/12/05 - Company Acquisition for Fersina Windows and Conservatories North Ltd
Leading Aberdeen and Forres based Conservatory manufacturer and installer, Fersina Windows and Conservatory North Ltd, today announced the purchase of established building contractor Bruce Hay Ltd.
Fersina North Ltd acquisition of the Forres based building company is part of a continued development strategy, along with the investment of new manufacturing equipment and a new showroom at the Forres branch earlier this year.
Both companies will now be run as two separate divisions and will carry on as usual with no change to the business. Bruce and Doreen Hay, the previous owners of Bruce Hay, are looking forward to retirement after a successful 30 years of business; however they will be continuing to work for the company to assist the Managing Director,Gary Stewart, with the acquisition.
The only imminent change to the running of Bruce Hay is a move of premises. Fersina North Ltd has lodged planning permission with the Moray Council for an additional office building and works unit to be erected on their current Forres site, where it is expected Bruce Hay staff will move to in the near future.
Fersina North Ltd has been established for 20 years. Managing Director, Gary Stewart is now the sole shareholder after buying out his partner in 2002. Mr Stewart had been a Director in the company for 6 years previous. To date Mr Stewart has increased the turnover of the company by 40% since the 2002 purchase.
Gary Stewart comments, “This is an exciting time for Fersina, we are looking forward to being associated with a quality company such as Bruce Hay. We anticipate a growth due to the synergy between the two companies, especially as the local housing and construction market is so buoyant. Order books for both divisions are very good which offers us a great start to 2006 and will result in several additions to senior key personnel within both operations.”
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