Stanair and Church's Shoes
Posted on 15th July 2024 at 12:59
In 1617, Anthony Church began a small production of handcrafted shoes in the English town of Northampton, known for its thriving shoe industry. Little did he know that, two centuries later, his great-grandson Thomas would turn it into a global icon.
Today Church's are renown for high class, authentic and desirable shoes.
Stanair is delighted to work with the global brand on ensuring their facilities are of the highest quality.
Sharing the Church's brand's innovative spirit, William Church first introduced the concept of right and left shoes in the "Adaptable" model, available in different widths, materials and unheard-of half sizes. In the meantime, the trademarked "Adapted" boot won the Gold Medal at the 1881 Great Exhibition.
New heirs led the change, turning HQ into a six-storey modern factory, expanding to casual footwear, and opening up to worldwide retailers. In 1919, the brand acted as a founding member of the British Shoe and Allied Trades Research Association (SATRA).
While branching out globally, Church's received the Queen's Award to Industry from Elizabeth II. The acquisition by Prada Group in 1999, supported by the family, marked a new era defined by advanced strategies, contemporary styles and international store openings.
A globally successful business means Church's need the very best working practices for their highly skilled workforce which means their health, safety and fire protection is the very best it can be.
Stanair are experts in providing high quality fire resistant products.
Designed to help slow the spread of a fire in an emergency situation, Fire Rated Personnel Doors are a must for any site.
Whether it is one hour of protection or six, single leaf or double, louvred or glazed: we can install the right door for you.
Our range of suppliers means that we have access to a wide selection of Rated Doors which are made bespoke for you and your needs.
The doors can be powder coated which means they can be any colour you wish.
If you would like to discuss how Stanair can help your please contact us by clicking here or call 01536 482187.
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