Clearview North December 2013 - Issue 145 | Page 10

INDUSTRYNEWS HARNESSING THE POWER OF THE WEB Hailsham-based Halo fabricator Tradesmith has launched a new and improved 55page website, which has been designed for easier navigation and a more user-friendly experience. Mark Hutchinson, Tradesmith MD, explains: “Tradesmith is a modern and efficient company providing a huge number of products and services, and we didn’t feel that the previous website reflected what we had to offer. “We’ve taken the opportunity not only to improve the look of the website, but also the functionality so it works on phones and tablets as well as conventional computers. “Since the company was established in 1992, Tradesmith has gone from strength to strength, becoming the South East’s premier trade fabricator. We have increased production by expanding our premises and investing in the latest machinery and vehicles as well as employing the best, most experienced staff. It was time that www.tradesmith.co.uk also received some attention. “The updated website features the new showroom, tells customers a little about us, and also has a wealth of easy-to-find information about all our produ cts and services. It includes comments from staff and customers, so that new visitors can learn about our ethos and reputation. Take a look at the new and improved site at www.tradesmith.co.uk TRANSPARENT FUEL COSTS The striking County Glass livery is a familiar sight in southern England, as the company fleet covers the area within 120 miles of its Winchester home. More than a dozen 7.5 tonne and 3.5 tonne vehicles are constantly on the road, carrying everything from standard double glazed units to oneoff custom glazing. County Glass’ vehicles all use Shell. “We know that sticking to Shell FuelSave means that we are running on the best possible fuel,” says Sales director Andy Hamilton, “with the added bonus of convenience, as the nearest filling station to our headquarters sells Shell.” Card Services, part of The Fuel Card Group. This means that the company’s refuelling costs are not just completely transparent, but also significantly lower than previously. Now, County Glass is advised each Friday of a fixed diesel price for the coming week. The price applies nationwide, across the whole network of more than 1,100 Shell filling stations. County Glass pays, typically, up to 4p per litre less than national average prices. The major reason for County Glass preferring to refuel with Shell is that each of its drivers carries a Shell fuel card, provided by Fuel E: [email protected], W: www.thefuelcardpeople.co.uk, T: 0844 870 6942 SCIENCE FICTION? MORE LIKE SCIENCE FACT Planitherm Competition winner John Drury, wife Eleanor, and son Tom, receive a cashback cheque from Cambridge Windows boss Carl Bloor and Chris Heaton (far right) of Saint-Gobain Glass. 10 DEC 2013 “We honestly thought there was no chance that we were ever going to win it,” says John Drury when asked about his recent win of £6,787 through the Planitherm quarterly cashback competition. Entered by Carl Bloor of Cambridge Windows, who himself only registered with Saint-Gobain Glass as a Planitherm installer in June, Drury, a Service Engineer for scientific instruments, chose to replace his Isleham home’s entire set of older wooden windows and French doors. While the word scientific might be included in Drury’s job title, according to wife Eleanor he’s no scientist. “He’s just an engineer. I’m the scientist,” she jokingly says. “I was actually recommended Cambridge Windows at my job as a scientist at the Welcome Trust.” She was delighted to hear of their win and they have already planned to use some of their winnings on a holiday next year. “It’s also good with Christmas coming up,” adds Drury. Personally fitted by Bloor, this was the first in a long line of jobs on the Cambridge Windows books. Enjoying the benefits of being a part of the Planitherm Network, the Cambridge-based installer is now booked up until the end of January. Visit www.saint-gobain.co.uk. To read more, visit www.clearview-uk.com