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For further information,
please contact:
Neil Yule
01206 222 593
neil.yule@flaktwoods.com
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Fläkt Woods (Oy) and Hotchkiss Air Supply have signed a major distribution agreement, with Hotchkiss appointed the primary UK outlet for Fläkt Woods range of duct fittings. The agreement forms part of a broad-ranging partnership between these two major players, covering a wide range of products for the distribution market, including valves, dampers, attenuators and pressed fittings.
George Latimer, Hotchkiss Air Supply Managing Director, said: "This exciting opportunity provides our customers with a world-class supply chain for a broad range of duct-fitting products, including the renowned Veloduct system of gasket-sealed fittings. The Fläkt Woods product range complements our existing manufacturing facilities and expertise in spiral, flat oval, rectangular and colour duct. It enables us to provide a true ‘one-stop-shop’ facility for mechanical contractors and ductwork installers alike."
Neil Yule, Fläkt Woods UK Business Unit Director, said: "We are creating one of the UK’s most substantial partnerships of its kind, bringing together Europe’s leading manufacturer of ventilation equipment and Britain’s foremost provider of ductwork-related products. We have enjoyed an excellent relationship with the Hotchkiss Group extending back over many years, working together on numerous major projects including Heathrow Terminal 5, integrating substantial packages of fans, air handling units, chillers and chilled beams. This growing understanding is already bringing significant benefits to our customers and we look forward to being even closer in the years to come."
Fläkt Woods is a global leader in air management, designing and manufacturing systems for air treatment, diffusion and ventilation. Its systems are specifically developed to minimise energy consumption, to help reduce both energy costs and environmental impact. It is part of a worldwide group, serving more than 100 countries from 20 manufacturing and engineering sites. Its UK operation is based in Colchester.
Hotchkiss Group comprises six businesses, which include Fire Protection, Firespray International, System Hygienics and Triventek. The privately-owned company has more than 100 years’ engineering experience and is based in Eastbourne, with offices in Dubai, Singapore and the USA.
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