| (REF: EN004 ) Freehold Glass Processor &Window Manufacturer Supplying Marine & Motor |
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| Seller Reference: |
EN004 |
| B4S Reference: |
16648 |
| Asking Price: |
£1,600,000
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| Net Profit: |
Undisclosed |
| Sales Revenue: |
£760,000 |
| Number of Staff: |
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| Established For: |
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| Ownership: |
Freehold |
| Location: |
Lancashire, Lancashire, United Kingdom |
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This very well respected and established company manufactures and supplies a broad range of high quality aluminium framed windows to both the marine and motor vehicle markets throughout the UK. The company has been succesfully trading for more than twenty years and in that time has grown in terms of both infrastructure and personnel into the professional organisation that exists today.
The company has invested in a high level of plant and equipment that enables it to provide customers with a one stop solution with all production being done in house. Because of this the business can provide unique styles and specifications of windows and glass to suit the most demanding customer requirements as well as the standard industry sizes that are in demand. This includes sliding, mitres of hopper windows with clear , tinted, laminated or patterned glass.
All glass is toughened to the E11 CE R-43 European standard which ensures all product is suitable for supply throughout the European community. Because of this in house capability the company supply glass on its own as well as fully manufactured window solutions.
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Property: |
Freehold |
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Living Accommodation: |
No |
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The business has used various forms of advertising over the years and currently advertises in several of the leading trade magazines. In addition to this it has a website that is currently being revamped. It also undertakes a limited amount of e-marketing to existing customers as well as having a suite of informative product brochures available to prospective clients. |
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The company has a large production capability and could certainly accommodate a significant increase in business volumes within its current infrastructure. There are many avenues for growth available to this business. Export is one such area. To date export only accounts for some 2% of sales. The company already has the approvals to serve the European market.
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The current owners would be happy to provide full training and support at handover. One of the directors would also be prepareed to stay on for a longer period if so required, subject to separate negotiation. |
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This is a genuine retirement sale. |
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Is this a home-based business? |
No |
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Can this business be relocated? |
No |
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Is this business part of a franchise? |
No |
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Monday – Thursday: 0800-1645
Friday: 0800-1400
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The business benefits from having a well structured and knowledgeable workforce. The two directors work full time within the business, one being the operational director, the other more responsible for overseeing the financial and administrative functions. The vendors are very well supported by the following key personnel.
1-Full Time Office Manager
1-Full Time Shop Floor Manager
1-Full Time Chargehand
16-Full Time Production Operatives
It is fair to say that all staff know their roles and responsibilities and that the business runs smoothly on a day to day basis. |
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