HJ Weir, manufacturers of commercial and industrial laundry equipment based in Chepstow, has been recognised as a leading UK manufacturer of laundry equipment. The award was presented to managing director Ross Weir, for demonstrating its commitment and input into the UK manufacturing industry.

Made in Britain brings together the British manufacturing community, united with the use of the registered collective mark. The mark is protected and can only be used by members of Made in Britain that meet the criteria set to guarantee the member is a British manufacturer.

Ross commented: “As the third generation of the Weir family and having had our roots in UK manufacturing for decades, it’s an honour to have our commitment to UK manufacturing recognised with this accreditation. It represents our commitment to quality and maintaining our production centre here in the UK”.

Having been awarded approved status, HJ Weir is able to proudly display the mark upon its products, reinforcing its status as an approved UK product, supporting UK engineering and manufacturing industries.