JELD-WEN boosts production capacity by 50% with new Penrith line

Specialist door manufacturer JELD-WEN has integrated a third production line into its Penrith manufacturing facility to increase capacity and strengthen its ability to deliver doors at scale. Now fully operational, the new line enables the factory to increase production by 50% and has also created 30 new roles at the site, supporting local employment.

Dom Gaffey, VP, GM UK France and Export at JELD-WEN UK

JELD-WEN has redesigned the factory layout as part of an efficiency drive across the business. The Penrith facility had previously been operating at maximum capacity, presenting an opportunity for the manufacturer to scale up operations. The additional production line, enhanced by AI technology, will not only boost output but also streamline workflows in tandem with the company’s new Sheffield site.

The new line strengthens JELD-WEN’s ability to support customers in navigating an increasingly demanding market, helping to deliver fire-compliant doors for projects operating to tight schedules.

Speaking about the benefits of the third line, Dom Gaffey, VP and GM UK, France and Export at JELD-WEN UK, said: “The additional line will greatly support our ability to deliver at scale, but that’s just the tip of the iceberg.

“It’s a true investment, not just in terms of capacity, but also efficiency and productivity. We’ve integrated advanced technology into the new line, alongside carefully considered sustainable solutions, all designed to improve large-scale production.”

“The whole line will run seamlessly from end to end, which is unique compared to other production lines across our European footprint. This means we will assemble, press, trim, inspect, pack and stack doors in a single-piece flow, producing five doors per minute.”

ELD-WEN has integrated a third production line into its Penrith facility to strengthen its ability to deliver doors at scale

AI optimisation will also perform autonomous quality checks as part of the process. Every door passes through a camera system that uses self-learning technology to identify and segregate potential defects.

Dom added: “By optimising operational efficiency, we’ve also created a more productive and healthier working environment for our teams. Increasing output helps to reduce costs and, through more efficient resource allocation, minimises waste.

“Being able to produce and deliver at greater scale puts us in a strong position to meet future demand across the markets we serve.”

To find out more about JELD-WEN’s operations, visit www.jeld-wen.co.uk.