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After 12 months of planned improvement works, South East Galvanizers Ltd has welcomed its brand new galvanizing bath – the first replacement of its kind since the plant was built in 2012.  

A significant piece of history in the West Yorkshire town of Ilkley has had a new lease of life with its first fountain since the 1960s, which is to be unveiled by famous gardener and broadcaster Alan Titchmarsh.

Edward Howell Galvanizers Ltd, part of Wedge Group Galvanizing Ltd, has offered its support to Sporting Khalsa Football Club for two consecutive years through sponsorship of the U9 team’s new kit.

East Anglian Galvanizing Ltd proudly supported the Worshipful Company of Blacksmiths and a team of artist blacksmiths ahead of the prestigious Lord Mayor’s Show – a procession that dates back almost 800 years.

Wedge Group Galvanizing Ltd, based in Willenhall, is celebrating the achievements of its Group HR Advisor after she was crowned winner of a prestigious Sue Thompson Award.

Wednesfield-based Edward Howell Galvanizers Ltd, part of Wedge Group Galvanizing Ltd, started working with Luke in 2010 when he called upon their galvanizing expertise to help protect an impressive collection of 35 sculptures installed along Dudley No 2 Canal.

Congratulations to our Managing Director, Chris Woolridge, on his appointment as Chair of CBI’s West Midlands Regional Council – a role which will see him continue to champion the interests of the regions business community.

Technical Services Director at Wedge Group Galvanizing Ltd, David Nobes, had the honour of sharing his expertise on sustainability strategy and its successful implementation with an international audience during a recent visit to Madrid.

Wedge Group Galvanizing Ltd, based in Willenhall, has been honoured for its continued support of Compton Care with the presentation of a special bronze plaque.

Wedge Group Galvanizing has future-proofed a bespoke retirement gift for a RAF veteran, ensuring it can withstand the elements in its new home.

A special sculpture was unveiled on 13th December to honour Wolverhampton Wanderers FC’s historic role in European Championship history, with one of the children who attended the 1954 match and now Chairman of a local firm invited to the unveiling ceremony.

A Glasgow-based galvanizing company has supported a local craftsman in future-proofing a bespoke garden feature.

At the Midlands Family Business Awards, which took place on Thursday 3rd October at Athena in Leicester, Willenhall-based Wedge Group Galvanizing Ltd was presented with the Highly Commended award for its investment in the future, their journey to net zero, and giving back to both employees and local communities.

Nottinghamshire-based Worksop Galvanizing Ltd, part of Wedge Group Galvanizing Ltd, recently purchased a brand-new Straddle Loader, which is set to revolutionise plant operations and customer experience.

Less than a week after his 50th birthday, Chris Reay, who works as ICT Manager at Wedge Group Galvanizing Ltd, is participating in the Great North Run, then climbing the Yorkshire Three Peaks (aiming to complete it in less than 12 hours) just days later on a mission to raise funds for children with additional needs and disabilities.

Thanks to community support – including both a local manufacturer and a galvanizing firm – a commemorative plaque will take pride of place at Lavenham Airfield.

A local family-run fabrication and welding company has combined artistic excellence and natural beauty to create a stunning centrepiece for a West Lothian high street.

Committed to protecting the future of their community, East Anglian Galvanizing Ltd (part of Wedge Group Galvanizing Ltd), is beginning a ten-year sponsorship of their local sports pavilion, in partnership with Sawtry Parish Council.

Wedge Group Galvanizing Ltd plants took part in the Galvanizers Association’s Open Day on Thursday 26th September, welcoming over 250 individuals to witness in real-time the art of galvanizing, learn about its long-term benefits, and see examples of its use in a wide variety of projects.

Nigel Barnett, Artist-Blacksmith at Fransham Forge Norfolk, was commissioned to create a bespoke sheep sculpture by local property developers, Abel Homes, to take pride of place within their brand-new housing project in Watton. 

Wedge Group Galvanizing Ltd has been shortlisted in the Sustainability category of the Midlands Family Business Awards, thanks to their commitment to investing in the future, their journey to net zero, and giving back to both employees and their local communities.

A West Midlands-based business has supported a renowned local artist in his latest venture – to galvanize the arts and events future for the Wolverhampton community.

Luke Perry joined Matt Lloyd and Giovanni Uche to create and install a series of four sculptures in the Chapel Ash underpass in Wolverhampton, each representing a subject chosen by the local community.

Worksop Galvanizing joined forces with Billington Structures, BDP, and Kier Construction, to complete the state-of-the-art transport project, commissioned by Gloucestershire City Council.

B.E. Wedge Ltd, part of national Wedge Group Galvanizing Ltd, assisted with future-proofing leak-sealing pipe connectors for a project in Texas, USA.