Introduction As I browse through this directory of Aluminium Federation members, I’m struck by the sheer range of businesses processing, trading and working with aluminium. And this is testament to our industry’s strength, from the regional players to the major multinationals. The Aluminium Federation is the voice of the UK industry, and our mission is to continue strengthening the market for aluminium products. Whether it’s in our regular conversations with ministers, through the market insight we deliver or the training and technical support we provide – every company in this directory is reaping the benefits of membership. One director put it very well: “As an ALFED member, you get your voice heard. We’re a small metal finishing company, but I get my voice heard very loudly.” Another
Why Join the Aluminium Federation? Whatever your company size or speciality within the industry, we help you access the technical expertise, market insight, business support and government influence you need to boost your competitiveness. We offer different levels of membership based on your business size – so it’s both affordable and valuable. “As an ALFED member, you get your voice heard. We’re a small metal finishing company, but I get my voice heard very loudly. I’m currently the ALFED president, and this gives me influence at a high level within government – I’m routinely on calls with ministers and civil servants. And I had my voice heard even before I was president. In 2004, Introduction Networking
commented: “The events are great because I talk to people that aren’t just in extrusion like us. It’s good to go along, have a chat and see how the market is progressing for everyone else.” As CEO of ALFED, my job is to help you capitalise on opportunities – by fostering a community that champions your interests, fosters innovation and promotes best practice. Every business in this directory is helping develop aluminium and related supply chains, and ALFED’s rapid growth in membership and influence reflects this combined commitment. I look forward to working with you on behalf of your company and the industry.
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Why Join the Aluminium Federation?
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the British standard changed to an EU-wide one that was much weaker. I campaigned to change it, and as an ALFED member, I had a say via the Finishing Group. I got my opinions over, and the standard is now changing. It
Tom Jones CEO Aluminium Federation
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Leadership & People Development 13 Management & Leadership Programme 15 Capability Matrix 18-21 ALFED Education Programme 23 Members Annual Briefing and Black-Tie Dinner 26-27 House of Lords Lunch 29 Become an ALFED Board Member 31 Member Benefits 33 Directory of Members 36
was a real success for our business.” Giles Ashmead, Director, Powdertech
“There are lots of great opportunities as an ALFED member. I read all the market reports as they come in and use the stats in my management reports – the directors find them very useful. The events are great because I talk to people that aren’t just in extrusion like us. It’s good to go along, have a chat and see how the market is progressing for everyone else. I go to the Extrusion Group meetings, and my colleagues go to others like Automotive and Innovation. That way the whole business benefits.” Steve Nash, Sales Director, Hydro Aluminium Profiles
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