The secure choice for fire safety
CERTIFICATION
Leading certification, reflecting regulatory compliance
Sentry’s extensive certification portfolio includes primary independent testing via BM Trada and Certifire; Secured by Design certification and one of the few companies nationally to have achieved Q-Mark dual certification for its flat entrance door sets. Sentry Fire Safety Group was also the first UK organisation to be accredited to the new UKCA standards. We also embrace the need to positively contribute to the Golden Thread – guidance which ensures that installation and maintenance records are transparently available for end-users and inspectors, through its simple, effective door tagging solution powered by Door Data Systems.
Sentry Fire Safety Group, therefore, offers a powerful partnership for those implementing the Fire Safety Regulations which came into force in January 2023. It also continually invests in its product development and compliance to reflect emerging regulatory demands.
In short, Sentry Fire Safety Group offers a comprehensive field of application across its markets – from commercial buildings to social housing, student accommodation to healthcare settings.
INVESTMENT
Investment and expansion
Our investor, Cairngorm Capital, backed the expansion of Sentry Fire Safety Group into additional markets through the acquisition of 100-year-old E & S W Knowles company in 2022. This ensured the provision of veneered and lacquered doorsets into complementary markets such as student accommodation and healthcare. Knowles is now integrated into the Group and its range incorporated within our extensive catalogue.
We have continued to invest in Sentry Fire Safety Group to ensure that the company is well equipped to respond to regulatory change and increased market demand, substantially expanding manufacturing capacity and extending geographic distribution.
SUSTAINABILITY
Sustainability and social value
Timber has the lowest embodied carbon footprint of any building material, but Sentry Fire Safety Group also holds FSC accreditation, meaning that all our materials are renewed. This is one element of an extensive Environmental Social Governance programme with commitments to providing secure, local employment in a safe environment and to charities that reflect our values.
TEAM
Our executive team
Our executive team comprises expertise and experience that reflects deep knowledge of our customers and the passive fire safety sector.
Ty Aziz
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
A pragmatic CEO with 25 years’ experience in the fire door sector, Ty directs the business with a proactive and personable approach. Initially employed as a Bench Joiner, Ty has a practical and thorough understanding of joinery manufacturing and production. This in-depth knowledge means he can drive product developments and improvements to expand the business.
Jon Gatfield
EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN
Jon is an Operating Partner at Cairngorm Capital and Executive Chairman of Sentry Fire Safety Group. He has a deep-rooted experience in manufacturing and logistics and thrives in situations that demand rapid transformation. Jon takes a dynamic approach to leading and inspiring the management team in order to deliver positive change and performance improvement.
Lizzie Hay
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Lizzie is a skilled finance professional with over ten years’ experience leading the financial operations at board level, with particular experience in manufacturing, engineering, and property. A fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales, Lizzie has expertise in building successful finance teams and developing processes, managing change, banking, audit, and financial reporting.
Emma Geddes
FINANCE DIRECTOR
An integral member of the team and working operationally at board level, Emma has over 25 years’ experience in accountancy with particular experience in hauliers, manufacturing, timber merchants and retail. Emma brings her vast experience from working as a Management Accountant in a private practice accountancy. Overseeing all aspects of accountancy with particular attention to margin and business overheads, Emma plays an active part in driving the business forward.
Catherine Clarkson
HEAD OF STRATEGY AND MARKETING
Catherine holds a degree in Architecture, and this paved the way for a career in the construction industry with specific emphasis on sales and marketing. With an extensive knowledge of the industry and a deep understanding of joinery manufacturing, Catherine is looking forward to developing strategies that will lead to enhanced brand awareness and significant business growth for Sentry Doors. Creative at heart, Catherine enjoys sketching, and is a keen badminton player.
Craig Peckett
OPERATIONS DIRECTOR (DONCASTER SITE)
Craig is an energetic Operations Director with a successful and demonstrable track record of delivering tangible results through effective management and operational performance. A methodical and forward thinker, Craig has significant experience leading fast-paced manufacturing businesses to achieve business goals.
Steve Horner
OPERATIONS DIRECTOR (BIRMINGHAM SITE)
Steve is a dedicated Operations Director with over 25 years’ experience within manufacturing with a focus on building strong teams and driving operation improvements that result in positive business change. Steve has an in-depth technical knowledge of the construction industry and is a persuasive leader.
Martin Phillips
SALES DIRECTOR
Martin is a highly successful Sales Director with over x30+ years of international B2B experience. Having worked with Elite brands such as Hitachi, Samsung and IBM, plus up & coming SME’s, he has a track record of rapidly analysing business data, developing measurable commercial & sales strategies that improve business performance, supported by processes and key performance tracking to ensure success.
LOCATIONS
Our sites
DONCASTER
40,000 sq. ft
Brooklands Rd,
Adwick le Street,
Doncaster DN6 7BA
BIRMINGHAM
60,000 sq. ft
Moor Lane Industrial Estate,
Perrywell Road, Witton
Birmingham B6 7AT
