Glazing specialist launches new division following takeover deal
Cheshire glazing specialists, Red Systems, has launch a new SFS (steel framing system) division, Red Optimal.
It was formed following the acquisition of Liverpool-based Optimal Building Solutions (OBS).
Headed up by owner, Steve Williams, OBS had been operating in the SFS and fit-out sectors for more than 20 years.
Steve Williams will now join the Red team as managing director of Red Optimal, to help integrate the new division into the company and provide invaluable expertise in the SFS space.
By combining their expertise in commercial glazing, curtain walling and SFS, the Neston-based Red group says it will now be able to offer a single solution for two critical path packages, which in turn will improve envelope procurement and delivery for clients.
Mike Green, Red Systems managing director, said: “This development will offer huge benefits for our clients. The advantages of appointing a single contractor to deliver the combined SFS and glazing package are massive in terms of logistics, programme delivery and cost and we are delighted to be working with Steve and the team on this new venture.”
Red Optimal will offer complete building structure and shell solutions. Driven by early engagement, the team will provide a full design service at pre-construction stage, working in tandem with the glazing team to provide a full scope review of projects to deliver the most appropriate solution.
Red Optimal managing director, Steve Williams, said: “By combining our expertise, we will be able to offer clients a speedy, accurate, compliant and cost-effective solution, with one point of contact, which will add value of every stage of project delivery.”
Stockport Interchange
The Red Optimal partnership has already been successful in delivering a full glazing/SFS, dry envelope solution for the high profile Stockport Interchange scheme. Working with colleagues from Willmott Dixon, the team installed 3,570 sq m of windows and curtain walling.
The Red Optimal team has also been successful in securing the SFS and glazing package for the new Manchester College City Campus (Phase 2) at the former Boddingtons Brewery site on Great Ducie Street.
