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Pipeline has started the big move of three production lines from their premises in White’s Cross, Cork, to the new plant in Little Island, at Cork Plastics’ previous site. This is the first step to moving all production lines and stock to their new home by the middle of 2023. The leading supplier of piping system solutions acquired Cork Plastics back in 2021, and an initial capital investment of €30m has already commenced to expand and upgrade the existing Cork Plastics site. By 2026 there will be 35 state-of-the-art extrusion lines incorporating the latest automation technologies, with a planned output approaching 45,000 tonnes per annum. “The significant investment is without parallel in our sector and will position our Irish operations as a world- class manufacturing facility,” commented MD Ger Healy. “It also shows Pipelife’s long-term commitment to the Irish market. Its scale, modernity, and product portfolio will make Pipelife a very attractive supply chain partner for the major merchant groups, builders, and installers in the country.” Visit: www.pipelife.ie PIPELIFE IRELAND STARTS BIG MOVE TO LITTLE ISLAND
Leading heating technology manufacturer Grant has welcomed over 1000 plumbers, installers, engineers, architects, BER and energy assessors and other professionals from the heating trade to both its eLearning Academy and onsite state-of-the-art training facility during 2022. Online and onsite training is available on a range of Grant’s heating technologies, including the Vortex condensing boiler, Spira wood pellet condensing boiler, Solar Thermal technology and the Grant Aerona 3 R32 heat pump range, which continues to be the most popular course. The “heat pump technology and appropriate heat emitter sizing” course was completed onsite over 200 times last year. In addition, the course was also of high interest online via the Grant e-Learning Academy where delegates can develop their industry and product knowledge from the comfort of their own homes. This varied approach ensures that continued professional development is accessible to all. For more information on Grant’s training courses, including the Engineers Ireland CPD-approved heat pump course, visit https://grantengineering.ie/professional/training/ GRANT WELCOMED OVER 1000 HEATING INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS TO ITS TRAINING ACADEMY
Plumbing and Heating distributor Uppercross Enterprises Ltd is pleased to announce Niall Fitzgerald as the new Area Sales Manager for Leinster. The new appointment brings valuable knowledge in business development, strategic planning, customer service, and sales to the UEL Sales Team. “I am looking forward to meeting customers over the coming weeks,” said the new Area Sales Manager. Niall has taken over the position from Colm Madden, who retired in December after an incredible 20 years of service with the company. The company wishes Colm the best in this new phase of his life. UEL have been supplying high-quality plumbing fittings and heating products via plumbing merchants, builders merchants, retailers and bathroom showrooms nationwide since 1983. The team at Uppercross have built their reputation over that time based on high levels of customer service, quality, and product knowledge. Visit: www.uel.ie UEL ANNOUNCES NEW AREA SALES MANAGER FOR LEINSTER REGION
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