Outlook good for Freefoam

Pioneers of lead-free environmentally friendly PVC roofline and rainwater systems, Freefoam Plastics, have increased their market share under difficult trading conditions after the 3rd quarter of trading in 2005. Increasing oil and raw material costs, unsustainable levels of price-cutting and a general slowdown in activity have all contributed to less than ideal trading conditions in the roofline market this year. The situation has been further undermined by a series of high profile consolidation moves in the sector that will result in less real opportunity for stockists.

Freefoam attribute their strong position to their independence and commitment to producing the highest quality products that perform well and offer the best value for money. The company has invested a significant amount of time and money in expanding operations, product range, as well as the choice of styles and colours available to customers.

Tony Walsh, Freefoam Managing Director, comments: “At Freefoam we are proud to be, and intend to remain, one of the few truly independent manufacturers focused on the roofline market. We believe this provides stockists with continuity and commitment, and gives us the freedom and flexibility to respond to their needs quickly and effectively. We do not suffer the distractions of having to compete for investment with other internal competing divisions. Our whole structure is focussed on delivering products and services that will meet the needs of stockists and we are confident that this will ensure the company's growth going forward.”

For further information
contact: Ray Ryan, Freefoam Plastics,
+353 21 4966311
ryan.r@freefoam.ie