News
Flag poles secured at The Royal Welsh Show
Friday 25th July 2014
When the call came in to ask for help with securing flag poles for a trade stand at the much loved Royal Welsh Agricultural Show, the Spirafix Ground Anchors Team were only too happy to help. The project brief was simple - secure 16 x 10 metre tall promotional flags without using concrete. 'This was such as easy project for us' said Nick Land, Technical Director of Spirafix Ltd 'we have a lot of experience of securing flag poles at events such as this and it's certainly a growing area for us simply because our base plates and anchors are easy to install, easy to remove and look very professional - just what you need at a public event'. The…
Glastonbury Festival huge success again this year
Monday 30th June 2014
The Spirafix Team were delighted to get the call up this year to conduct pull tests across the world famous Worthy Farm site. With a large range of products, Spirafix Ground Anchors and accessories were used to great effect to secure structures large and small across many of the areas. 'It was great to be involved with such an incredible festival, it's a massive event and world renowned so we couldn't wait to be part of what was going on' said Paul Clatworthy Operations Director. 'We were also really pleased to get the call up from The One Show Team to help them secure the staging for the live Friday night show with Chris and Alex' Paul continued 'It was…
Surface treatment update
Monday 2nd June 2014
A new surface treatment for Spirafix Ground Anchors and brackets has been implemented today. A wide ranging review of product durability, toughness under pressure and corrosive resistance had taken place in the first 5 months of 2014 - resulting in a product development that improves the product now on offer. Contact Nick Land, Technical Director, for further information.
New Spirafix shirts arrive
Saturday 10th May 2014
New Spirafix branded polo shirts have arrived in the head offices of Spirafix Limited. 'It's really important when we are out on site for our representatives to look as professional as our products!!' said Louise Lewis, Marketing Manager for Spirafix Ground Anchors. 'We have a great product range and offer a number of on-site professional services so it's important that our team looks good when they are promoting our ground anchoring system' she continued. Spirafix Ltd offer on-site technical advice, load tests and installation services for one off and ongoing projects.
Saltex attendance booked again
Monday 7th April 2014
Spirafix Ltd have booked their stand at Saltex in order to present their wide range of ground anchors and accessories to attendees and exhibitors alike for the second year. With the success of the 2013 show there was no doubt that Spirafix would attend the three day event for a second time. The show, which takes place in September at the Royal Windsor Racecourse, is the main sports, amenities, landscaping and trade exhibition in the UK. The full range of Spirafix ground anchors, brackets and accessories will be on show and demonstrations will take place throughout the day, every day. www.2014.iog-saltex.com
Social media update
Monday 10th March 2014
Spirafix can be found on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and LinkedIn - why not join us?
Equestrian market gallops ahead for Spirafix Ground Anchors
Friday 7th February 2014
With support from many different organisations and companies Spirafix Ground Anchors are the preferred choice for professional course builders and designers of equestrian cross jumps. Because the system is so simple, 2 anchors and 2 brackets per jump, it has been a real winner with anyone who wants to secure their jumps in most ground conditions. Easy to install and remove the anchors are heavy weight and durable. 'Simply fix the bracket to the jump in the direction of travel and hammer the anchor through the slot. Simple - and that's why it's so successful' said Louise Lewis Sales and Marketing Mangager
Spirafix relocates to South Wales
Thursday 2nd January 2014
The design, manufacture, sales, marketing and distribution departments for Spirafix Ground Anchors has moved lock, stock and barrel to Newport in South Wales. With bigger premises and more workshop equipment production is set to increase to meet demand. 'This is great news' said Nick Land, Technical Director for Spirafix Ltd, 'we have been waiting for an opportunity to expand and take all these products to a wider audience, and here it is. I am very pleased - and relieved to share the workload!!' Spirafix was based in Suffolk until December 2013, so the logistics of the move was planned for the Christmas and New Year period. 'The move went well' continued Nick 'I am looking forward to 2014 and working with…
New investors increase market exposure
Sunday 1st September 2013
Tony Morgan, Managing Director and Paul Clatworthy, Operations Director (equal partners with Nick Land, now Technical Director) will be driving exposure of the Spirafix brand by announcing a revised logo and brand image in time to attend both Saltex and the Showman's Show in 2013. The drive to raise awareness is an important first step in the new life of Spirafix Ground Anchors. 'There's no use having a great product if no one knows about it' said Tony Morgan 'we have to get out in front of the right people in order to maximise exposure and drive sales orders. We have plans to improve manufacturing capability and will need to create additional enquires to ensure we can move stock effectively'.
New investors found for Spirafix Ground Anchors
Saturday 1st June 2013
Announcement from Nick Land 'I am delighted to announce changes to the Spirafix Team which will have a positive impact on the future of this fantastic product. Spirafix has now been established since 2002 and has made steady progress during the last 12 years but the time is right to move the business on to a new level. I now have financial backers and partners, who can, along with me, see an exciting future for Spirafix. They bring experience of small business management, production knowledge and engineering together with a sound understanding of sales and marketing. This means future financial stability and a stronger brand to market - exciting times! So thank you for your support so far and I hope…