Jobs boost on way as timber frame manufacturer expands

A timber frame manufacturer is doubling its factory size and investing in new staff and equipment.

Seven Oaks Timberframe will increase its factory space, having recently purchased one-and-a-half acres of land adjacent to its existing site, which will be used to create a space to store and prepare timber frames.

It follows an investment of up to £400,000 to purchase a new eco press and new lorries, meaning that the Neath-based company, which currently supplies timber and construction solutions to house builders and similar companies across the country, is set to reach its £6 million growth target and that its production will double by the end of 2018. The company has also invested in new marketing staff, 10 new lorry drivers and two new trainee timber designers, who will work across projects for local authorities, private contractors and housing associations.

The growth has largely been attributed to the company’s development of Triso-warm, a type of insulated timber frame which can reduce heating and energy bills.

Chairman of Seven Oaks, Jonathan Hale, said: “This is a really exciting time for Seven Oaks Timberframe. We have spent a long time building up our expertise and investing in the right equipment to produce Triso-warm frames.

“Now the time is right to take what we’ve achieved and significantly increase our output.”