Scottish glass and aluminium specialist, Cube Glass, has invested in excess of £600,000 in new premises. The investment doubles its previous capacity.
The precision manufacturer has fitted out and moved into a 8,400ft², custom-designed factory, close to its previous 4,200ft² premises in Cumbernauld’s Tannoch Place, which it has now let. The expansion, which comes on the back of a series of lucrative contract wins, means the innovative company will also be positioned to open a new state-of-the-art showroom next month (April) to highlight its products.
It is the latest development for the fast-growing company, which celebrates 10 years of trading this June. Cube Glass has established a strong presence in sectors such as education, health, industrial, social care, commercial property and residential homes, partnering with recognised suppliers such as Senior Architectural Systems, Metal Technology and Schüco.
Gary Thorn, Cube Glass’s founder and managing director, said: “We had originally planned to extend to meet increasing demand. But the opportunity to buy the new premises arose at just the right time.
“It has all been funded from company resources, without any outside investment. The fit out – including the showroom, meeting rooms and air-conditioned offices – make the new premises like a brand-new factory. I have to thank Senior Architectural Systems, Metal Technology and Schüco, which contributed elements such as windows and doors.
“We have also invested £170,000 on a new computer numerical control machine, which will greatly streamline and accelerate the manufacturing process, allowing us to improve productivity, accuracy and further satisfy client needs.” The new showroom will feature products such as sliding and bi-fold doors, curtain walling and windows, as well as the full range of entrance doors by high-end French manufacturer Bel’M.
Turnover to October last year was £3.4m, up from £3m the previous year. Gary has predicted £3.5m for this year, while accounting for investment costs. He added: “It has been an exciting period, but the ultimate aim is to make the company more productive and more profitable. I have a great team here, guys who have been with me through thick and thin, to the extent that it feels very much like a family business.”
