Case Study
Hochiki Europe
Hochiki Europe, a global life safety company, recently marked its 30th anniversary of operations in Europe with a significant expansion. Having established its reputation for leading fire detection equipment and systems, the firm purchased a new facility in Chatham, Medway, further reinforcing the area’s reputation for innovative international businesses. The new 24,000 sq ft facility, which represents a £5.5 million investment on a 1.92-acre site, is part of the ongoing strategic expansion of the European arm of the group.
The new building will ensure that Hochiki has the space to expand its existing operations in warehousing, production, and distribution, as well as its sales and administrative teams. With over 2,000 employees working across six manufacturing plants, 38 sales offices, and 14 subsidiaries globally, Hochiki is a major player in the life safety industry. The new facility will bring additional employment opportunities to the South East, supplementing the 180-strong staff already at the head office in Kent.
Graham Lowe, Managing Director at Hochiki Europe:
“Despite the challenging few years we have faced as a global community, I am proud of the efforts our teams have made to ensure our continued growth and I would like to thank each team member. Over the last six months, we have been able to expand our teams to strengthen the expertise we offer our customers. Now, with this new building and the solutions provided by System Store Solutions, we can continue to deliver a world-class service in fire safety to our existing loyal customers and an ever-growing pool of new customers.”
Seeking Out The Experts
To maximize the efficiency of this new facility, Hochiki Europe turned to System Store Solutions, experts in providing warehouse solutions. Following a rigorous tender process, System Store Solutions was awarded the contract for its commitment to quality, efficiency, and responsive service.
Hochiki Europe
Inside The Facility
In the new facility, System Store Solutions provided a comprehensive warehousing solution that catered to Hochiki Europe’s diverse needs. By understanding and fulfilling a detailed list of requirements, System Store Solutions was able to design and install a warehousing system that maximized efficiency and space utilization, allowing for smooth operations across warehousing, production, and distribution.
As a result of this collaboration, Hochiki Europe is poised for continued growth and expansion, ready to meet the increasing demand for its leading fire detection equipment and systems. The project not only showcases System Store Solutions’ expertise in warehouse solutions but also underlines its commitment to supporting its clients in achieving their strategic goals.
Gavin Molde, Supply Chain & Logistics Manager:
“This has been a great project for Hochiki, especially at this size, Glad to have the SSS team onboard and looking forward to more in the future.”
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