As concerns surrounding climate change grow, UK consumer attitudes to sustainable products indicate that they are motivated to purchase from organisations that care about the environment and that sustainability is a mainstream issue.
Research shows that 76% of consumers say they are trying to play their part and they expect brands to do the same, whilst 57% say their perception of a brand is influenced by its sustainability practices. (*BCG 2022). In response to this trend Hörmann Truedor has developed the most sustainable range of composite doors available on the market today.
During the development and construction of their new IG Doors plant in South Wales, where the Hörmann Truedor range of composite doors is manufactured, Hörmann placed an emphasis on the creation of short supply chains and the sourcing of local components wherever possible. One of the key aspects of this philosophy was the decision to make their own door slabs rather than importing them from overseas, thereby providing secure supply and consistent quality. As a result IG Doors is unique in the market, being the only volume manufacturer of composite doors to undertake this commitment.
Other locally sourced components include door skins which are manufactured in the Northwest, glass from South Wales, PVC frames from the Midlands, and Steel from Tata in Port Talbot. This approach helps the company reduce their transport emissions whilst supporting local industry and enables the company to proudly state that Hörmann Truedor composite doors are made in the UK.
As a member of SWS, an approved packaging waste compliance scheme, production offcuts and waste are recycled wherever possible, with only sustainably sourced timber used in the production of the doors. The company’s commitment to sustainability is further enhanced by their ISO 50001 certification which works towards conserving resources through efficient energy management.
Being part of the Hörmann Group also provides access to considerable expertise in sustainable manufacturing processes and the development of new technologies. With all Hörmann manufacturing plants throughout Europe required to access 100% of their energy from renewable sources, the plant at IG Doors will undergo a significant solar panel installation during 2025 and has recently been able to access energy from their local wind turbines. One of the major new technologies being investigated by Hörmann is a Hydrogen power plant being trialed at one of their manufacturing sites in Germany, which if successful has the potential to be rolled out across every factory throughout the organisation.
As a privately owned, family run business, Hörmann has always been able to take a long-term view with regards to their business. Successive generations have taken their social and environmental responsibility seriously, with their objective being to hand over an ethically sound business that provides a green platform in sustainable manufacturing for future generations to come. This approach is very apparent in the development and growth of the IG Doors plant and the Hörmann Truedor range of doors. The result is an opportunity for installers to offer the end consumer a composite door with sustainability at its heart, from a trusted and well recognised brand.
For further information on Hörmann Truedor visit Composite Doors by Hörmann-Truedor - The Fine Art Of Composite Doors or call 01530 516868
