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PermaTimber plus ISO9001 equals double the guarantee with Walford Timber

2009-11-13T17:17:09+00:00

A new brand of timber called PermaTimber has been launched and it comes with a guarantee of 15 years.

Walford Timber of Herefordshire is a 60 year old family run business which has recently been accredited with ISO9001 status of international quality assurance.

There has been a treatment facility on the site for half a century but now the company has invested in a kiln which is set to put them at the forefront of timber preservation.

The kiln will dry out the timber to leave it with a moisture content of 28%, allowing the preservative to be absorbed much deeper into the product. Since the regulations regarding the use of arsenic and lead came into force, timber sold by Walford has come with a five year guarantee.

Managing Director and grandson of the founder, George Smith said: “The new brand allows us to support those with a need for a longer lasting product yet we will continue to offer our quality range of non-kiln dried timber.

“We have examined our position in the trade and feel that with the investment of the new kiln and ISO9001 status our customers can rest assured we offer the best products and services on the market.”

The PermaTimber range will consist of pine, larch and Douglas fir for their natural durability and suitability to the treatment.

The range of products launched under this new umbrella will also be available on request treated to the stringent Highways Sector Scheme 4 requirements which have a 30 year guarantee.

Fireworks go off with a bang at Gloucester docks

2009-11-10T09:36:16+00:00

The apt team braved the chilly wind and frosty toes to watch the superb fireworks at Gloucester docks on Saturday 7th November.

The glittering lights reflected on the surface of the water and the display was spectacular. Well done to Gloucester Round Table for putting on such a good show (despite the lashings of rain!)

Here are some of our pictures of the night.

Cedars Christmas charity fundraiser is a cracker!

2009-11-05T10:56:05+00:00

On the evening of Tuesday 3rd November, Cedars Health and Beauty opened its doors for a Christmas fundraising night for a breast cancer charity.

Guests received special tickets entitling them to two free taster treatments and there were exclusive offers for further treatments booked on the night.

The whole Cedars team worked exceptionally hard to make this event so successful and they are busy counting up the mountain of donations raised. Also present at the event were the finalists from the Face of Gloucestershire 2009 competition, who added an extra bit of glamour!

Please see our photos.

SOHO teams wear it pink for breast cancer campaign

2009-10-30T12:04:33+00:00

The dedicated SOHO teams in each store took part in the Breast Cancer Campaign ‘Wear it pink’ day on Friday 30^th October. The teams wore various shades of pink in many different styles. The only criteria were to make sure health and safety regulations were adhered to and to wear a SOHO apron!

SOHO Coffee Director, Penny Manuel says “It’s always great to get the teams involved in a national campaign, particularly for such a worthwhile cause. I hope our customers enjoyed the pink theme and kindly donate to the campaign using our special boxes which are on the counters in-store.”

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and thousands of people across the country have been taking part in various events and fundraising activities such as sponsored walks, raffles and now, wear it pink!

Gloucester celebrates double success at tourism ‘Oscar’ awards

2009-10-27T15:47:03+00:00

Gloucester is celebrating a double success at this year’s South West Tourism ‘Oscars’

marketing gloucester ltd has been shortlisted in the Tourism Event of the Year section – for this year’s Tall Ships Festival.

In the same competition the city council’s tourism staff have been shortlisted in the Tourist Information Service of the year category – for their outstanding customer service.

All that remains to be seen is whether they win Gold or Silver at the award ceremony next month.

Council Leader, Paul James, is also Vice Chairman of marketing gloucester ltd.

He said: “This is the most fantastic double celebration. “ The Tall Ships Festival was one of the biggest and best events ever staged in the city.

Thousands of people enjoyed it and it gave Gloucester a most terrific economic boost.

Our tourism information staff provide an excellent service and this award follows on from vigorous checking which includes visits and calls from ‘secret shoppers.’

“All the parties involved in these accolades must be congratulated. They are playing their part in helping to put the city on the map.”