International Plywood is a family-run business, originally established by David Tweedmill in the early 1980s. As the UK’s leading importer of plywood, the company has grown significantly, leading to the construction of a purpose-built premises and warehouse to accommodate increasing demand.

Initially, the plan was to have an open-sided storage area for stock. However, strong winds at the site resulted in water being pushed into the back of the building, leading to stock damage during bad weather. To address this issue, the company explored various solutions with their architect.

Choosing Galebreaker

International Plywood first became aware of Galebreaker’s products through word-of-mouth recommendations and by seeing them in use on local buildings. When evaluating potential solutions, efficiency and cost-effectiveness were key factors. After reviewing various options, Galebreaker emerged as the best choice due to its ability to provide superior weather protection while aligning with the company’s needs.

The Impact of Galebreaker Doors

Since installing Galebreaker doors, water ingress and stock damage have been completely eliminated—despite experiencing five months of continuous rainfall. The doors have proven to be highly effective in withstanding extreme weather conditions, ensuring that stock remains dry and protected.

Key Benefits

• Weather Protection – No water ingress or stock damage, even in persistent wet conditions.
• Ease of Use – The doors are simple and safe to operate for all staff members, regardless of experience.
• Efficiency – The installation process was straightforward, and the doors function reliably without disruption.

Overall Experience

The entire process—from ordering to installation and servicing—has been smooth and hassle-free. In the words of International Plywood: “In one word – easy!”

“The product does exactly what it says on the tin. The building we’ve had installed is part of a multimillion-pound project. We’ve had no end of issues with the building itself, but the only thing that hasn’t cause us any issues is the doors. They are used continuously every day and they have never caused a single problem!” 

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We captured this video of the installation process with a timelapse camera: