The new building is just a short distance from the previous Derby site they have occupied for the past 30 years.

The move is part of a significant £7 million investment in the company: including the purchase of 17 acres of land to accommodate future expansion, and additional investment in the both manufacturing machinery and distribution equipment.

The 50,000 sq ft manufacturing hall incorporates the latest in underground water tanks and services, and houses more than 40 plastic extrusion lines and injection moulding machines. Tool room facilities have been increased with a 2,800 sq ft dedicated area. Distribution services are also improved, with a 20,000 sq ft storage section, for both raw materials and finished products.

Flamstead Holdings M.D. Roger Hartshorn explained the thinking behind the investment: "We created the vision for the new factory and offices in response to the continued expansion of our business and our confidence in future growth. For the first time we will consolidate all of the companies within the Flamstead group onto one site, increasing efficiency and communications. Combined with our investment in additional state-of-the-art machinery and our plans for further new and exciting product developments, the move to the new site completes a major milestone in our business and is designed to offer our customers the very highest levels of quality and service."