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This UK Company has been in business for over thirty years, supplying and installing steel deck flooring systems.

Initially set up as an installer of floor decks purchased from other manufacturers, since the early 1990's this SME have had their own products which are manufactured under license by a third party.

They have developed and continue to update a range of construction products, building up a reputation for their commitment to technical resource, literature and good practice.

Included in their range are four unique specialist floor deck products that act compositely with the concrete topping to provide a composite floor that uses the benefits of steel and concrete to provide an efficient structural floor slab. The floor deck products are available in gauges varying from 0.7mm to 1.25mm and manufactured from steel strip.

In addition, the company also provide void protection and concreting onto their floor decks.

The main operations provided during installation are: safety netting, installing deck, shear stud welding and concreting.

The company is looking for businesses who would like to act as distributors in order to take the innovative products into new overseas markets. As part of any agreement, the UK company can provide technical literature and backup along with design assistance and support to enable the partner to have confidence in marketing and supplying their products into the new markets.

Advantages & innovations

The steel construction products that provide a lightweight and quick form of construction can reduce storey heights in multi-storey buildings. The reduced self-weight and speed leads to cost savings over other methods of construction. The company's in depth knowledge of installation methods and best practice will provide any potential partners with a wealth of resource and design support/tools to help export the products and expertise into new markets. The company already has vast experience of export having worked in more than ten different countries as a supplier from the UK. Products have been updated in recent years to ensure they remain market leading in both performance and offer competitive costing. All the company's products are manufactured in accordance with BS EN 1090-1 and 4, and the company holds ISO accreditation of its full management suite, along with many trade body accreditation's to back up their vast experience

Stage of development

Already on the market

Partner sought

The ideal partner will have knowledge of the market in their country and awareness of the need for the technology in that region or the knowledge and ambition to create a market for the products. Whilst a knowledge of construction would be beneficial it is not essential as the company have a wealth of experience that can be shared under an appropriate agreement. The company's products are typically used in steel construction, but can also be used on all types of structural framing material. The UK company is looking for a distribution partner.