Congratulations to Blairs Timber Windows & Doors, who have been shortlisted as one of the finalists in the 2023 British Woodworking Federation (BWF) Awards, taking place this November in London.

The company has been shortlisted for the BWF Process and Resource Efficiency Award (sponsored by Materials and Finishes Show 2024): an award that recognises exceptional projects or initiatives that demonstrate the most efficient use of business resources or materials.

Over the past 16 months, Blairs has undergone significant investments and operational changes in order to modernise, improve, and future-proof the business.

Following a review of its systems and machinery, Blairs identified that aging systems, efficiencies, and reliability and dependability of machinery could all be improved.

As a result of the investments in staff training, machinery, and systems, lead times have decreased which has led the factory to have a greater capacity to manufacture more products within the same working hours.

The reliability and dependability of its machinery have improved, the speed of management decision-making has been faster, the precision and quality of the products have increased and the team has seen a significant improvement in overall performance and sustainability, aligning with Blair’s commitment to sustainable practices.

Blairs continues to invest in their business and the skill level of their team and is currently running an apprentice training scheme to encourage young people into the industry as well as support local employment.

The 15th Annual BWF Awards and Dinner will be taking place on the 24th of November 2023 in London.

Blairs Windows & Doors.