Fire firm saves 111 jobs with takeover
AGREATER Manchester fire protection firm has helped to save a hundred jobs after taking over a rival.
Rochdale-based A&F Sprinklers continues to grow with the acquisition of Hall Fire Protection from administration.
The sale secures the future of 111 employees and its Greater Manchester site and strengthens the profile of the A&F Sprinklers group of businesses.
A&F Sprinklers supplies high profile retailers, commercial and residential sectors, as well as distribution and construction industries.
The Worsely site will now operate as A&F Sprinkler Services Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary, with A&F Sprinklers managing director Mark Stansfield presiding over both companies.
He said: “This is a significant step in our growth strategy within the UK fire protection industry. The services offered by this new company are highly complementary to our strong core business.
“The seamless transfer of business to A&F Sprinklers Services Ltd consolidates our leading brand position, protects skills, creates a solid platform for future development and provides enhanced fire protection services which ultimately save lives, property and the environment.”
With an expanded customer base and further growth anticipated, the business aims to create up to 15 new positions in the next year.