Tamworth-based trade association, the Door & Hardware Federation (DHF), has announced that, following several years of absence, it will be holding its Members’ Conference on Wednesday 5th February 2025 at RAF Cosford. This free event marks a significant milestone for the Federation, bringing together members and industry professionals for a day of knowledge sharing, networking, and innovation.
The event, whose main sponsor is Gliderol Garage & Industrial Doors Ltd, will be taking place in the National Cold War Exhibition, which opened in February 2007 and is the only place in the UK where Britain’s V Bombers: the Vulcan, Victor and Valiant, can be viewed.
The conference will comprise a series of seminars and educational workshops led by industry professionals and government representatives on topics such as legislation, industry trends and best practice in the door, gate and hardware industry. There will be a small exhibition showcasing the works of DHF members, guided tours of the National Cold War Exhibition and a talk by guest speaker Flt. Lt John Nichol.
Flt. Lt. John Nichol is a retired Royal Air Force navigator who was shot down and captured during the first Gulf War. The traumatic weeks of capture gave John a unique insight into the human capacity to deal with extreme adversity and change. Partly as a result of his own outgoing personality, partly as a result of the experience itself, John is now able to present a fascinating insight into what happens when our innermost reserves are tested by external demands.
“We have already received a great deal of support from our members who are looking forward to these upcoming events where they can network and share information, said DHF’s Commercial Director, Patricia Sowsbery-Stevens. “In particular, we would like to thank our main sponsor, Gliderol Garage & Industrial Doors Ltd, along with lecture theatre and classroom sponsors, ASSA ABLOY, RCS Doors Ltd and membership benefit provider Citation. Members exhibiting include Allegion UK Ltd, Gerda Security Products Ltd, Hörmann UK Ltd, Jewers Doors Ltd, JMA UK, Chamberlain GmbH (Liftmaster division), Rutland UK, Strongdor Ltd and SWS UK Ltd. We look forward to welcoming our members for this very special gathering.”
If you are a DHF member and would like to attend, please contact marketing@dhfonline.org.uk
If you are not a DHF member, but would like to attend, you can apply for DHF membership online: https://bit.ly/3Aziv9K
