PR278 - Gary Shoesmith, Edgetech Technical Development Manager Warm edge pioneers Edgetech are welcoming the return of a key former member of senior staff after a three-year hiatus.

Gary Shoesmith served as Edgetech UK’s Director of Operations and Quality between 2008 and 2014, and now re-joins the organisation as Technical Development Manager.

Gary’s appointment significantly bolsters Edgetech’s local R&D capabilities. Working with Ohio-based R&D colleagues from US parent company Quanex Building Products, and reporting directly to Edgetech UK Managing Director Chris Alderson, Gary will be charged with spearheading a number of key projects aimed at further developing Edgetech’s already industry-leading product range.

Gary commented: “It’s been a great experience returning to Edgetech UK – the wonderful welcome I’ve received has made me feel right at home again, and the company’s commitment to continual investment in safety, quality, training and an expanded infrastructure was immediately clear upon my return.

“In a market that’s growing ever more competitive, differentiating yourself through innovation and an extensive range of unique, high-quality products is essential. It’s that innovation process that I’m here to resource and drive – and I’m confident that given our decades of expertise and well proven technology, we’ll be able to stay ahead of the field, to deliver even more value and choice to our customers.”

Chris Alderson, Edgetech UK Managing Director comments: “It really is excellent news that we now have Gary back with us. Our goal for the next ten years is to cement our position as the UK’s spacer supplier of choice, known for our commitment to continuous improvement and product innovation – and this appointment is an important part of facilitating that. Gary has been instrumental previously in bringing new products to market with Edgetech and we’re already benefitting from his knowledge. After a decade manufacturing in Coventry we’re on the cusp of another period of growth and advancement – making it a hugely exciting time for Edgetech and our customers.”

Founded in 1989, and today forming part of global building products group Quanex, Edgetech revolutionised the industry with the introduction of the game-changing Super Spacer flexible warm edge spacer bar. Currently celebrating a decade of manufacturing at its Coventry headquarters, Edgetech offers a comprehensive range of components for warm edge windows.