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The Armstrongs Values are a set of values we life by at Armstrongs Group. They inform our decision making and influence our recruitment process. The Armstrongs values are made up of: Safety, Responsibility, Customer Focus, be team orientated, be performance driven and entrepreneurial.

The Armstrongs Values

Safety

At Armstrongs, Health and safety plays a big part across our six sites because moving tonnes of aggregates requires heavy machinery and heavy machinery requires health and safety. As a result, Armstrongs have a wide range of health and safety protocols to protect our employees and our environments.

Responsibility

We encourage our employees to take responsibility of their work. We want them to be proud of their work and be responsible for themselves and the safety of others at all times. For instance, giving our staff autonomy allows for them to take pride in the production of our aggregates.

Customer Focus

We have a high focus on our customer experience. From our welcoming customer service to our vast knowledge on our products and services we aim to put the customer at the heart of everything we do. As a result of this, we continuously welcome back repeat customers into our Armstrongs family.

Team Orientated

We really believe in teamwork at Armstrongs. Our teams work tirelessly for each other  across our quarries, stone yard, AMIX batching plant and offices.. The Armstrongs family is exactly that, a family. With sites across Lancashire and Cumbria we value team work as our most important value. Because of this it allows us to work together to create high quality stone produce, from Ready Mix Concrete to Cut Stone, and from our quarries to our drivers.

Performance Driven

We look for all our staff to be performance driven, striving for their best efforts whilst providing high quality service and maintaining our Armstrongs high standards. We have strict quality control standards and encourage our staff to always deliver their best, for instance.

Entrepreneurial

We encourage everyone at Armstrongs to be entrepreneurial in their work ethic. Because of this we promote positivity and always welcome new ideas.

If you think you have the values we hold so importantly and are interested in joining our team then get in touch today here.

You can find a list of our current vacancies here.

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This week we are talking about Quarrying and the environment.  Armstrong Group are committed to providing a quality service in a manner that ensures a safe and healthy workplace for our employees. We aim to minimise our potential impact on the environment. We operate in compliance with all relevant environmental legislation and we will strive to use pollution prevention and environmental best practices in all we do.

Responsibilities

In this respect we will make every effort to:

• Safeguard and enhance natural habitats and species and preserve the nature and character of the local area.
• Support environmental initiatives that improve health and well being.
• Encourage the reduced consumption of natural resources and energy.
• Operate a purchasing policy that avoids the use of environmentally damaging products.
• Comply with environmental legislation and ensure that our contractors do likewise.
• Commit appropriate levels of staff and financial resources to deliver the aims of our environmental policy.
• Integrate the consideration of environmental concerns and impacts into all of our decision making and activities.
• Promote environmental awareness among our employees and encourage them to work in an environmentally responsible manner.
• Train and educate our employees about environmental issues that may affect their work.
• Reduce waste through re-use and recycling. By purchasing recycled, recyclable or re-furbished products and materials where these alternatives are available, economical and suitable.
• Promote efficient use of materials and resources throughout our facility including water, electricity, raw materials and other resources, particularly those that are non-renewable.
• Avoid unnecessary use of hazardous materials and products, seek substitutions when feasible, and take all reasonable steps to protect human health and the environment when such materials must be used, stored and disposed of.
• Where required by legislation or where significant health, safety or environmental hazards exist, develop and maintain appropriate emergency and spill response programmes.
• Communicate our environmental commitment to clients, customers and the public and encourage them to support it.
• Strive to continually improve our environmental performance and minimise the social impact and damage of activities by periodically reviewing our environmental policy in light of our current and planned future activities.

For more information on our work to sustain the environment, as well as our corporate responsibilities, click here.

You can contact us directly here or call us on 01204 668021 for any more information or enquiries.

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You know about our quarries, you have seen our ready mix concrete and our bespoke cut stone products. However, did you know that we also offer Muck Away services too? In this blog we will explain what muck away is, and how we can help you with it.

What is muck away?

Muck away is the simple process of removing inert waste from various sites. Muck away is normally required by councils, trades people, farmlands and construction sites. If you are undertaking a project that will produce large amounts of inert waste, it would be worthwhile to arrange a muck away service.

Types of muck away

Muck away can be classified into three categories: inert, hazardous and non-hazardous.

Inert muck away is defined as waste that has not gone through any chemical physical or biological changes and thus is less likely to affect any other matter that it comes into contact with. Inert muck away includes brick, concrete, hardcore soil and subsoil.

Hazardous muck away is defined as a gathering of waste that has properties that make it harmful to the human health and the environment.

Non-hazardous materials can include a collection of different waste products that are considered not harmful to the environment and human life.

How do we muck away?

The service we offer at Armstrongs is carried out by our modern tipper fleet. This means we have a fleet of 70 wagons available at our disposal to suit a wide range of muck away needs for our customers. Our fleet consists of tipper wagons- we believe these trucks are the best for muck away. We can also provide excavators or wheel loaders to the site. This makes the muck away service completely hassle free for your project.

Our Fleet

Our fleet is powered entirely by Scania. The fleet that is available for muck away is as followed:

8 Wheel Rigid Tipper- Capable of up to 20 Tonnes muck away

Articulated Tipper- Capable of up to 29 Tonnes of muck away

Where does the collected muck go?

Once our tipper trucks are full of waste they will be transported to our inert landfill at Pilkington Quarry in Horwich. We separate the waste by classification of inert and Non-Hazardous waste. Inert waste such as soil is returned to the land. However, other materials such as brick and concrete are recycled.

Recycling Aggregate

Recycling waste is a great way to help our environmental footprint. As a result of this, At Armstrongs we strive to reduce the amount of waste that goes to our landfill. Armstrongs crush brick and concrete into small aggregate to be used in the construction of roads, whilst green waste can be used to make compost to be sold as fertiliser.

We aim to recycle as much muck away as is physically possible with aiming only to return soil and spoil to the land.

Landfill

As well as collecting from various sites Pilkington Quarry accepts inert waste landfill. As a result, Pilkington 1 is exhausted but carries permissions to receive 2m tonnes of inert waste, whilst Pilkington 2 is as yet unmined but carries a pale buff/brown, highly durable gritstone.

If you would like to enquire about inert waste tipping at Pilkington Quarry then contact us today on 01204 668021.

For enquiries about our services give us a call today or email us at enquiries@armstrongsgroup.com

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Who are AMIX?

AMIX established since 1993, is one of the longest running concrete companies operating in the North West and a proud subsidiary of Armstrongs Group. AMIX is a company who produce and provide ready mix concrete.

Despite the fact that AMIX have been trading continuously since 1993, they haven’t always been a part of Armstrongs Group. Armstrongs Group bought AMIX in 2015. The aggregate which AMIX use in the making of the concrete is Armstrong’s own. Therefore this ensures top quality as we have full control of what goes into our products.

Within AMIX, there are staff members who have over 30 years of experience in working for major concrete providers. As a result of this AMIX have one of the best teams, in and outside of the office.

What is Ready Mix Concrete?

First of all, what is it that AMIX produce? They produce Ready Mix Concrete. RMC is designed to enable you to cast material into a desired shape and then hardened. Ready mix concrete is made-up of different elements. These are cement, aggregate fine and course, water and other additives if required.

They produce a range of different ready mix concretes. These range from GEN1, which is known for its extreme versatility, to RC50 which is used widely for its industrial strength.

AMIX produce concrete which have multiple different uses. Some of these include driveways, car parks, patios, floors, foundations, walls and footings.

We don’t only just use our own aggregate, but we use CEM1 in our mixes which is 100% cement, ensuring the best quality.

Who do AMIX provide to?

AMIX are very proud to provide concrete too many of the North West’s leading companies including: Builders, Civil Engineers, Tradesmen and Commercial Contractors.

Smaller projects such as home driveways are also something which AMIX are proud of taking part in. This is because of our love for our community, and we want to continue to help lay foundations across Lancashire.

You can visit our AMIX website HERE or contact us if you have any questions or queries about what we do. Feel free to look at our previous blog ‘Concrete vs Cement’ where you can learn more about the trade.

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What is quarrying? This is a common question which we are always answering for our customers all the time, and we’re always happy to help!

What is quarrying?

So, what really is quarrying? Quarrying is the extraction of stone or other materials from the earth. The materials we produce from quarrying are be sand, gravel and crushed rock. We refer to these as aggregates. Quarries have different names around the world; some examples are ‘surface mines’, ‘pits’, ‘open pits’ and ‘opencast mines’.

Commonly, quarrying and mining can be mix up. These are two very popular, but different processes which are used for extracting varied materials. Both incorporate the extraction of different minerals; however both have different processes and methods. Both process have different tools and machines for their jobs

Quarry produces materials such as sand, gravel and stone. Whereas mining produces various metals, coal and gemstones. The materials which come from both quarrying and mining include dimension stone, gravel and clay.

Here at Armstrongs, we have 5 quarries which are located in the North West, Lancashire and Cumbria. These are Montcliffe, Pilkington, Brinscall, Shap and Waddington Fell.

Why do we need quarries?

The material which we produce using quarrying is essential to everyday life. Construction is a vital part of the world and our advancements. We must build roads and buildings to help us with travel, living, business and leisure. More than ever, the quarrying industry needs talented men and women to help operate the quarries of today, and the future.

The largest quantity of mineral extracted by quarrying in the UK is used for construction, and known as ‘aggregates’.

Armstrongs have produced and supplied over 1 million tonnes of Aggregates for uses in construction, Concrete and much more. If you want to know more about our involvement with concrete, Check our our AMIX concrete web page.

You can keep up with our latest quarrying news and updates on all our social medias such as Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

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We want to help you, the people who support us, get to know our business so we thought we’d answer some Armstrongs FAQs.

How would a customer go about getting a quote for stone signage?

To receive a quote about an idea for a stone sign, all you have to do is phone through to our sales department on 01204 668021 and press 1. Our friendly sales team will help you every step of the way.

How would a customer go about getting a quote about ready mix concrete?

All you need to do to receive a quick and easy quote for our ready mix concrete is to go on AMIX’s webpage and find the built in calculator which we have HERE!

Who makes up Armstrongs Group?

Armstrongs Aggregates Ltd and AMIX RMC make up the Armstrongs Group. AMIX became a subsidiary in 2015. However AMIX was registered as an independent company in 1993.

What is Quarrying?

Quarrying is the extraction of stone or other materials from the earth.

What are aggregates?

Aggregate is a material which is made up of a load of fragments which are loosely packed together. Find more information about the whole aggregate process on our previous blog. This is part of our Armstrongs FAQs because people want to know the process behind the product and also what that product is they are being sold.

 

What are they used for?

There are a range of uses and applications for aggregate. Concrete is one of the uses of aggregate. Other uses include gabion baskets, MOT type 1 which can be used for pavements and the aggregate ballast on train tracks which are used for a number on reasons.

What is the difference between cement and concrete?

Cement is one of the ingredients in concrete and is a powdery substance which is made by calcining lime and clay. Calcining is the part of process where the lime and clay go through a large tunnel and heated to extreme temperatures.

Mixing aggregate with water and cement creates concrete. Concrete is a material which gets stronger and stronger throughout the years and the older it gets.

What is the different between quarrying and mining?

Mining is the process of obtaining minerals and commonly coal from a mine under ground. Whereas quarrying, is the process of extracting materials from above the ground. Blasting is also a lot more common in the quarrying industry.

How many trucks do you have?

At Armstrongs, we have 70 trucks which are all driven and operated by our highly skilled drivers.

What different types of trucks do you have?

When it comes to our trucks, we at Armstrongs use only the best to get the job done. Scania trucks are the perfect vehicles for what we do and that’s why we use them exclusively for our fleet. Our flagship truck “Mayson” is an R520 which holds a huge V8 engine and is the biggest in our fleet. Other trucks like our 8 wheeler tippers consist of different models such as the G410, P380, P400, P410, P450 and the R410.

What heavy machinery do Armstrongs use?

Armstrongs have a wide arsenal of powerful and amazing machines which we use everyday. To carry out our work we must use a wide range of different machines for different uses. Currently, we have a range of different excavators which we use, these include our Hitachi ZAXIS 690LCR, ZAXIS 210LC and the ZAXIS 225USLC. They all have different uses and we utilise their strengths very well in our work.

For our dump trucks, we use the behemoth that is the Bell B40E-ADT. This machine is perfect for shift large heaps of stone and aggregate with its massive power and also bigger payload. The bulldozers which we use are the best-in-class for horsepower with 214 hp.

We also use Screeners and washers in the process of producing our aggregates. These are huge machines which will carry loads of aggregate through them and wash the piles so that they are ready for transport.

What environmental processes must we go through?

There are multiple environmental processes which we must go through to make sure that everything we do here is legal and Eco-friendly. By using the link provided you can take a look at all of our certificates and policies concerning  health and safety, terms of sales, quality policies and much more.

https://armstrongsgroup.com/about-us/corporate-responsibility/

How do we extract our stone?

We extract our stone through the process of blasting and through manual extraction with an excavator. We search for the perfect place in our quarries where we can find the type of stone that we require for the job at hand. When we have found the suitable rock face or area and the explosives have been drilled and placed, it’s time for the blast. Blasting the stone away from the earth will then allow for us to take and use it for aggregate or cut stone. This is definitely part of our Armstrongs FAQs as people love to ask us all about how we extract our stone.

Manual extraction occurs when there needs to a more delicate approach to larger pieces of stone, for that used in constructions at La Sagrada Familia or for a range of cut stone products.

How do you produce bespoke cut stone?

It all starts with a call from you. Once you have told our sales team what it is you’re looking for then our team of experts in the stone shed start to work. We select the best stone for the job and load it onto one of our saws to cut into shape. Once the saw has completed its work we hand over the stone to our excellent stone masons. Here they will complete the design whilst also hand crafting the extra details with great care. From fireplaces to benches and walling stone to logos and much more,  we can create anything to your exact specification.

How many quarries do you have?

We currently operate 5 quarries across the North West and Cumbria. We have Montcliffe and Pilkington in Horwich, Brinscall in Chorley, Waddington Fell in Clitheroe and Shap in Cumbria resulting in Armstrongs having a wide span over the north west.

What can your stone be used for?

Anything. We produce Aggregate, Cut Stone and Concrete for a range of applications whereas our most popular product which we produce is aggregate. From foundations to full houses and all the extra furnishings- Our stone is suitable for all construction situations. Our highly skilled stone mason will take care of any needs our customers have.

How long does your stone last for between extractions?

This depends on demand, However we expect fifteen thousand tonnes of stone to last around two weeks before we start to run low on materials and need to extract again.

What qualifications do I need to be able to work at Armstrongs Group?

Another one of Armstrongs FAQs is must you have a HGV 1 and 2 license to become a Armstrongs driver. No specific qualifications are needed to work in our offices or on our site however a keen and willing attitude is always expected. Experience is preferable but not desired.

Our careers are displayed here.

How can we contact you?

You can now reach us in more ways than ever. If you required anymore of Armstrongs FAQs or any other information then we are available to assist you on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, moreover we can help by phone on 01204 668021 or by email on enquiries@armstrongsgroup.com

Do you do educational trips?

We more than welcome educational and scientific trips to our sites. We have a history of school trips and researchers visiting our quarries. To enquire please email us on enquiries@armstrongsgroup.com and we will do our best to accommodate you.

Where in the world do we send our stone?

We distribute our stone to the UK and Europe however our reach is distribution reach is global. Among the many projects we undertake we do currently ship our stone to Barcelona. The stone is used in production of the building of La Sagrada Familia. This is something we at Armstrongs are extremely proud of and love knowing we are apart of something so huge.

We hope you found our Armstrongs FAQs blog helpful. Do you have anymore questions which you’d like us to answer? Then please don’t hesitate to contact us!

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What Are Aggregates?

Here at Armstrongs, we have been a reliable supplier of aggregate for years. Now we think it’s time we taught you a little more about what we do, how we do it and why. So what are aggregates and their uses? First of all, you are probably wondering what is aggregate, well this is the material which is made up of a load of fragments which are loosely packed together and used all over the world for different purposes.

 

The Extraction Process

To acquire the perfect aggregate for the job, there are certain steps which must be followed for extraction. The first step in the process is identifying the perfect place to blast for the required stone. Once the right place has been found, holes must be drilled for the explosives.

These explosives will allow us to release the stone we need for making the aggregate. Now it’s time for the blast, the almighty explosion that sends a bellowing rumble through the quarry. Last week at Montcliffe, we performed a blast that yielded 15,000 tonnes of stone; this roughly lasts around two weeks.

Next, we will collect these large pieces of stone and bash them down using an excavator with a pecker tip. Doing this will allow us to then put the smaller broken down pieces of stone into the crusher machine. The crusher does exactly what it says on the tin, and crushes! This large aggregate is crushed down to various sizes which then need sorting into categories. Once through the crusher, the remains are spilled out into a pile, waiting to be transported to the Screening machine. Using an excavator and a truck, the pile of smaller aggregate is then transported to the screener, which will wash and sort the piles.

The Screening And Washing Process

These new piles will consist of various sized aggregate which will later be used for different functions. Armstrongs produce a range of aggregate sizes from 2mm and 10mm all the way to 75mm and the gabion sized aggregate 150mm. The use of the aggregates will depend on the size of the aggregate and this is why it is important to screen the aggregate.

The machine which this takes place in, is a large vibrating screen box which consists of a number of various sized screens and meshes. This will separate the different sized aggregate like a sieve until they are all separated and washed.  These sieves will separate the different sizes of aggregates and create different piles which will vary in sizes, ranging from larger 20mm to as fine as 2mm sand. During this screening process, the aggregate is washed and this is to remove any unwanted materials such as clay, silt and dirt which may be present. We do this simply so that there is no drying effect or impurities in the future. This could lead to cracking, and you do not want that!

Armstrongs operate from 5 quarries across the North West and Cumbria which means we can keep tight control on quality of our products.

Why Are Aggregates Important?

We produce aggregate as there is an ever growing need for it in the world we live in today. With the constant construction of houses and other buildings throughout the world, it’s important to keep producing aggregate. It is a vital part of some construction jobs.

Aggregates And Their Uses

One of the most common uses of aggregates is concrete, another material which Armstrongs Group produce. Concrete is used widely throughout the construction business. From foundations to full fledged buildings. Ready mix concrete is a large part of the construction industry and is what our subsidiary AMIX does best.

Coastal Management And Other Functions

Another example of aggregates and their uses are gabion baskets, which is large aggregate inside a metal mesh basket. This is a more aesthetic use of aggregate and is for more of the larger variations of aggregate. Armstrongs use a 150mm sized aggregate for gabion baskets. Gabions are used in garden purposes and also civil engineering projects as well. These gabion baskets create a sturdy structure which is perfect for coastal management.

Have you ever noticed the stone which is laid between and around the tracks which trains run on? This is aggregate and it has many functions for being on train tracks. Possibly the most important function of the large and rough aggregate is to hold down the cross tie pieces of wood between the tracks, so that they do not separate. Another function of the aggregate ballast is to absorb the vibrations from the trains themselves.

MOT type 1 aggregate is a sub base that is formed using recycle crushed down concrete and various sized rubble. The rubble can consist of sizes from 40mm aggregate to dust . MOT type 1 has been considered an ideal sub base for both projects large or small for a long time. Pavements are a good example of what this type of aggregate can be used for.

This is why aggregates and their uses are vital to the construction industry.

This is the process which we here at Armstrongs go through to make sure the you have the product you want. If you want to find out about our aggregate products which we offer and the scale which sell on, you can click HERE.

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Armstrongs isn’t just big at heart, but we’re big at reaching customers as well. Our blog this week is all about Armstrongs and how big our reach is, across the world. We provide to customers across the globe and take pride in our huge audience and what we do. This is Armstrongs to the world.

Armstrongs produce many different types of stone, used in a wide variety of projects. We produce different aggregate products such as mortar, rock armour and rip raps. Along side aggregates, we also produce ready mix concrete and cut stone. Our cut stone is made perfection for your needs. Our pink shap granite is beautiful and unique and used in many different products.

We have customers all over Europe, branching as far as sunny Barcelona in Spain. Here we love that we can reach so many people and be apart of so many different projects. We believe that every time a customer uses our products, a little bit of our soul is used as well.

Our products across the UK and Ireland

Many buildings and construction jobs consist of using our products. the Midland Hotel, which is based in Manchester is also made up of some of our products. This classic and iconic building is made from the pink Shap granite which we produce from our Shap quarry. The Midland Hotel has been a big part of Manchester for many years since 1903, and is a place of timeless elegance.

We have also provided stone to the great dock walls down in Southampton, and the St Pauls Cathedral. The St Pauls Cathedral is an Anglican cathedral, based at the highest point in the City of London, Ludgate Hill.  We send stone all over the United Kingdom and Ireland and can serve almost every need. Architects greatly use our stone and we pride ourselves knowing that we are second to none.

Armstrongs to the World: La Sagrada Familia

As well as close to home, we produce stone internationally to the amazing La Sagrada Familia. The La Sagrada Familia is an unfinished church in Barcelona, and is something we at Armstrongs hold very close to our hearts. The construction of the church has been ongoing for over 100 years. After running out of the original stone used in the church, they turned to looking all over to discover a similar stone which could be used. After discovering the perfect stone at Brinscall, completion of the church is due to take place between 2026 and 2032. Ever since 201, we have been the sole provider of the unique stone in England. If you wish to find out more about the La Sagrada Familia, read our blog about the beautiful church HERE!

It’s a pleasure to know that we play a huge part to so many people and projects across the world. We can’t wait to expand our reach even more so that we can help shape the landscapes of the future.

If you want to keep up with the latest news about Armstrongs and some behind the scenes! Check out our social media pages on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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Here at Armstrongs, we’re all about family. That’s why the blog this week is all about the family behind the Armstrongs Group. You’ve met our staff and now it’s time to meet the Armstrongs Family.

My name is Tom and I am here at Armstrongs on work experience as part of my business course at college. I am writing this blog as part of my training as a Digital Marketing Assistant. Whilst I have been here at Armstrongs, I have had the pleasure of being involved with their social media and their community.

The Family Behind Armstrongs Group

David and Emma met when Emma’s father needed trucks to move material from his pit. He ended up calling David Armstrong, who had two tipper trucks at that time. It was at this point, Emma grabbed David’s attention when he heard that she was the one loading his tippers with an O&K RH9 excavator.

My Experience with Sam

Fast forward a few years, Sam, who is the daughter of the two, became the Armstrongs Group Transport Manager. Sam is a hard worker, but knows how to have a laugh and crack a joke or two.

The family at Montcliffe

When Sam took me to Montcliffe quarry, so we could capture some photos, it was easy to see that she was in her element.  Sam knew everybody, from people in the office to those in the machinery down in the quarry. Everybody waved and she would always wave back with a big smile and a ‘how do you do?’ Sam was always telling me about the enormous equipment and the scale of the work which the workers in the quarries do.

The Family And Mayson

I witnessed a lot of the machinery from the ‘Meet Our Fleet’ blog in action. She would also tell me where to not stand or I’d go falling on my backside! Whilst we were at Montcliffe, some of the pictures which we took of Sam were with our huge V8 R Series truck, Mayson. Mayson is named after a racehorse which Sam and her sister raised when the young foal lost his mother. Previously we have done a blog all about Mayson and why he’s such an important part of Armstrongs.

Sam’s wisdom on the variety of machinery and equipment was outstanding. Almost as outstanding as when I found out she also put crisps in her pot noodle as well!

Her knowledge of the aggregates industry is second to non. Explaining in great detail what each machine did, what it produces and what it is used for. Our aggregates are used all over the world in a variety of products from sea defence to ready mix concrete.

Spending time with Sam on site taught me a lot about the scale of which Armstrongs work on. There was also a few laughs along the way. I witnessed the bond between both Sam and the people she works with. A true bond with the business that the Armstrong family is passionate about.

My Experience with Emma

Emma has always been involved with heavy machinery. She would always join her father on weekends and help repair different caterpillar vehicles. This is a trade that Emma knows and has been doing for years, it is clear this is her passion.

On my first week here at Armstrongs, I was taken on a tour of the main site by Emma. When driving in and out of the huge old locomotive factories, it seemed Emma’s knowledge of the company, and the history of the land was endless. Horwich is an old train manufacturing town, and Armstrongs use the old buildings for their own work. This keeps them in use, years on from the time of the Second World War, when they were also used for the manufacture of tanks.

Whilst being at Armstrongs, everything I have learnt from Sam, Emma and the rest of the team here is eye opening. Not only the way Armstrongs do business but the drive and passion behind it as well.

If you want to find out more about our Armstrong’s family, make sure to follow us on all our social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram and Twitter to stay up to date with all our latest content. You can also get in touch by calling 01204 668021 or our website HERE!

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