Armstrong Ceilings Business Continuity Plans - coronavirus (COVID-19)
As the lockdown restrictions across the countries we operate in begin to ease, we are pleased to observe some positive signs that the current situation is moving in the right direction. We have seen many of our distribution partners preparing for wider operations and several of their branches beginning to re-open, whilst continuing to adhere to country-specific guidance.
The UK Government, for example, recognises that a thriving construction industry is essential for economic recovery and it has been reported that 86% of construction sites in England and Wales are now open, which is up from 82% the previous week. The Downtime Index – the new measure of construction machine use in North America and Europe - shows a significant improvement with utilisation increasing in every region, led by Spain and Italy. The Centre/South of Italy (less affected by the disease) is predominantly back to work, with the Northern region restarting from June 3rd and The Lombardy region (Milan) which represent 28% of Italy GDP to resume over the following weeks. As a result of this, we are seeing growing demand for our mineral fibre, grid systems and Axiom range across all our regions.
To ensure we can meet this demand we have introduced further PPE and social distancing measures in our manufacturing plants to safeguard working conditions for our operatives while creating as minimal disruption to production and services as possible.
As a business, we prioritise the health and wellbeing of our people, and in line with government guidance, our employees will continue working from home wherever possible with our UK offices remaining closed until October when we will review this decision.
The Armstrong Ceiling Solutions management team continue to monitor the situation daily and respond accordingly to meet the needs of our customers. Please be assured that our home-based support teams are in place and ready to handle all enquiries in the same professional manner you would expect from us.
You can continue to reach us on the centralised numbers/email addresses below and through our usual digital channels.
For general enquiries please call 0800 371 849 or email ats@armstrongceilingsolutions.co.uk
UK, Ireland and Baltics Sales: +44(0)7810 756 423 or rgleiwitz@armstrongceilingsolutions.co.uk