Gosford manufacturer Grifco (part of the Chamberlain Group) is looking forward to the NSW State Business Awards in Sydney on November 18 after being named Business of the Year at the 2022 Central Coast Business Awards.
Grifco also took out the Excellence in Sustainability Award and Director of Operations and New Geographies, Graeme Sheekey, was Highly Commended in the Outstanding Business Leader of the Year category.
Sheekey attributes the successes to Chamberlain Group’s continuous improvement journey.
“In 2017, we set ourselves a goal to be globally competitive and produce world-class products,” he said.
Chamberlain Group Managing Director, Grant Emanuel, said the accolades could be attributed to a hardworking team at the Grifco manufacturing business, the company’s exceptional leadership, and commitment to growth and innovation on the Central Coast.
“I couldn’t be prouder of our team for taking out the 2022 Business of the Year Award,” he said.
“This esteemed award recognises the ongoing development and innovation of our local manufacturing capabilities, and continued growth in becoming a more sustainable business.
“A huge congratulations as well to Graeme Sheekey who is an integral part of Chamberlain Group and the Grifco manufacturing business.
“Graeme is a passionate and inspiring leader, with an unwavering commitment to our business, customers, and manufacturing on the Central Coast, and we are thrilled that his hard work and leadership qualities have been celebrated.”
Grifco, as part of Chamberlain Group, understands that sustainability is about more than just reducing waste; it is vital for the growth of Australia’s local manufacturing industry.
For this reason, Grifco has committed to a sustainability roadmap, with the following key initiatives: zero waste to landfill by 2025; 100 per c recyclable packaging by 2025; carbon neutral by 2025; water conservation; and prolonging product lifespan and providing equipment recovery solutions.
Grifco has been manufacturing in Australia since 1914 producing high quality commercial and residential door operators.
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Media release, Oct 13
Chamberlain Group