Chadwicks unveils upgraded Coolock branch

Chadwick’s Group recently officially announced the relaunch of its Coolock branch as part of an ongoing nationwide rebrand and upgrade program which commenced in 2018. Located at Greencastle Parade, Chadwick’s Coolock has undergone a complete refurbishment. This is the 25th branch to have undergone a refresh. The store has been serving the needs of the local community since 1970. The new-look branch has been designed with the customer in mind and features over 1,000 new products for the trade. This includes new lines of workwear, paving displays, civil displays, and an extended range of plant hire which can now be reserved online. There are also new doors, floors and bathroom showrooms showcasing the latest products from a host of well-known brands. A new coffee station has been added allowing customers to meet and catch up while in branch. There is also a community board and a trade board in the coffee area for information on local tradespeople and events happening locally. To keep customers informed on market trends and industry news, they have also recently held a series of trade-focused mornings. A key feature of the new Coolock store is the Chadwick’s ECO Centre which will provide customers with trustworthy and expert advice on the latest sustainable building products. As members of the Irish Green Building Council, Chadwick’s aim to support customers in reducing their environmental impact using sustainable building solutions. The ECO Centre features the latest materials for all sustainable building needs including insulation, airtightness, ventilation systems, heat pumps and controls, solar energy and watersaving products. Also new to Chadwick’s Coolock is the Fixing Centre, a “store within a store” concept which aims to provide builders,

GOLF TRIP TO PORTUGAL CONFIRMED

The Hardware Association Ireland Golf Society (HAIGS) has recently confirmed an overseas trip to Portugal from October 5th - 12th 2022. Having been forced to cancel the original trip scheduled for 2020 as well as all its regular outings, the committee of HAIGS are delighted to be in a position to offer this trip with their partners Midland Travel.

The trip will consist of accommodation on a B&B basis at the Jupiter Algarve Hotel in Praia Da Rocha with three days golf at Penina, Palmares and Salgados golf courses including engineers, and specialist tradespeople with all the tools and materials they may need in one convenient location. The Fixing Centre offers a host of fixing materials which includes setting chemicals, concrete anchors, nuts, bolts, nails, and fixings, perfectly suited for any trade job. As well as having a substantial range in stock, customers can also order specialised fixings through the dedicated team comprised of fixing and tool specialists. As well as undergoing a revamp inside the branch, the outside has also enjoyed a makeover with the yard overhauled to provide easier access. New improvements include designated van bays for easy loading, additional car park spaces and new Click and Collect bays to allow for speedy collection.

Patrick Atkinson, CEO of Chadwick’s Group (left) with Orla Griffith, Coolock Store Branch Manager and TodayFM’s Dave Moore, pictured at the opening of the newly refurbished Chadwick’s Coolock.

buggies as required. The flights are with Aer Lingus out of Dublin with regional departures available on request from Midland Travel. Included also are all airport & golf transfers with prices available for room upgrades, golf club hiring, single supplements and additional luggage. The trip is also open to non-golfers subject to space availability.

Those interested please contact David Bernie, Midland Travel, david@midlandtravel.ie, call +353 57 93 26777, or visit www.midlandtravel.ie.

The Hardware Association Ireland Golf Society is also actively looking for members from the sector to join. Ladies and Gents who are golfers can contact Jim Copeland at Hardware Association Ireland, jim@hardwareassociation.ie, 087 6671361, to express an interest in joining. There are usually 4/5 outings a year with the occasional overseas trip as outlined earlier. You would be most welcome and we are sure you will enjoy meeting and playing golf with colleagues from the sector.