Hurst Doors has announced that total investment into the business in the last 24 months is over £1million, as it expands its operations and yield loads to meet the growing demand for its products.
One of the most significant investments has been into a CNC machining area, that includes two new Felder machines, Format 4 H5000 5 axis CNC machining centres and new Palamatic vacuum lifting equipment.
Hurst has also installed a new Haffner Murat, automated double mitre saw, for cutting PVC profile. The Hurst glass shop has been upgraded with a new Atlantic, 4-brush vertical glass washer, Glass Eye software and a plotter, as well as a new automated sandblaster. The glass shop expansion means Hurst is capable of creating any bespoke sandblast designs to meet customers’ specific requirements.
Kevin Wheatman, Hurst director and general manager, said: “This investment has helped us increase our composite capacity capability by 50% and that’s great news for Hurst customers. We take great pride in our On Time In Full, which currently measures above 99%. This new machinery will ensure our customers continue to enjoy the high standards of service that Hurst is known for.”
As well as the installation of new machinery, Hurst has grown its workforce by 20% over the past 12 months and has invested in a new transport fleet. 95% of orders are hand are said to be delivered by a member of the Hurst team.
Formerly known as Hurst Plastics, the continued investment into the business follows a wholesale rebrand for the company in the year, which saw Hurst change its name to Hurst Doors. This rebrand was alongside the launch of a new corporate website.
Hurst has also refreshed and redesigned its marketing collateral, both off and offline, including new brochures, as part of their commitment to provide their door installer network with comprehensive marketing support.
Hurst Doors is said to manufacture over 500 composite doors and over 3,000 door panels a week from its factory in Hull and has a national network of over 1,300 installers.
