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OVERVIEW OF PERMAROCK

PermaRock,is one of the UK’s leading external wall (solid wall) insulation and specialist render system designers, manufacturers and suppliers.

Established for nearly 30 years and with a wide range of experience designing and manufacturing external wall insulation and rendering systems, PermaRock’s philosophy of bringing performance and experience together with quality and innovation has culminated in the development of its current portfolio of products and services that acknowledge the requirements of the client, designer and end-user, enabling the creation of attractive, innovative and energy efficient buildings that are aesthetically pleasing and functional.

PermaRock systems are equally suitable for New Build and Refurbishment and we have extensive experience working within all sub-sectors of these markets including housing (social and private), education, healthcare and commercial sectors.

Render systems designed and supplied by PermaRock are only installed through our nationwide network of approved applicators. These specialist installers, are vetted, trained and monitored by PermaRock to ensure quality standards are maintained.

PermaRock provide comprehensive levels of Technical Service with support including tailored specifications, product samples, thermal and dew point calculations, budget costings, detail drawings, site support for the contractor, and culminating in after sales care and advice to all parties.

PermaRock has also invested heavily in third party testing which has resulted in our key systems carrying accreditation through British Board of Agrément (BBA) and Building Research Establishment (BRE) certification processes andare Energy Savings Trust recommended.

Additionally, PermaRock operates its quality management system under BS EN 9001: 2008 that encompasses the design, manufacture and supply of our systems, and also the provision of technical supervisory services throughout the contract.

Furthermore, PermaRock offer a comprehensive range of guarantees and warranties to provide the highest levels of surety for our customers, including if required, independent insurance backed policies for additional long term peace of mind.

Further information on how our systems are designed to specifically meet the requirements of both the New Build and Refurbishment markets can be found on in our External Wall Insulation section.

COMPANY TIMELINE

1978

PermaRock was originally part of Blundell Permoglaze, a coatings company based in Hull.

1979

The first Major UK Project in the Wirral using Thermarend insulating render (externall wall insulation) was carried out.

1981

Thermarend became the first external wall insulation (EWI) system to be tested and accredited in the UK by the British Board of Agrément (BBA).

1981

PermaRock became a founder member of the External Wall Insulation Association (EWIA) - now known as the Insulated Render & Cladding Association (INCA).

1981

PermaRock started using a Polystyrene (EPS) System developed to meet changes to Building Regulations.

1985

PermaRock became an independent company after a successful management buy-out from Blundell Permoglaze, led by Dr Rodger Canning, eventually moving operations from Hull to Loughborough.

1987

PermaRock became the UK’s major supplier of Mineral Fibre systems and PermaRock were awarded the first mineral fibre EWI British Board of Agrément Certificate.

1987

PermaRock moved to larger premises in Loughborough and installed additional manufacturing equipment for renders and adhesives.

1989

PermaRock was awarded an Agrément Certificate for a Polystyrene (EPS) System.

1992

PermaRock achieved compliance to the Quality Assurance Quality standard, BS EN ISO 9001 for production, installation & technical service. (Formerly BS5750).

1995

PermaRock EWI systems were assessed & certificated by Building Research Establishment (BRE) including application of mineral fibre and polystyrene based systems uniquely to Timber and Metal Frame structures.

1996

PermaRock was taken over by the Horrocks Group.

1997

PermaRock was awarded BRE (WIMLAS) certification of a CFC/HCFC free Phenolic EWI System.

2007

PermaRock leased an additional warehousing facility adjacent to the main office and production facility to cope with increased demand.

2007

PermaRock install new manufacturing plant to increase production capacity, improve manufacturing efficiencies, cutting down on manual handling and release further warehousing space.

2007

PermaRock, as part of the Horrocks Group, became part of eaga plc on 1st November.

2011

PermaRock, as part of the Eaga plc, became part of Carillion plc on 21st April.