Calldene Structural Timber Solutions has completed the latest investment phase at its Dover Trussed Roof Company site with a £60,000 investment to increase truss assembly capacity.
By increasing ceiling height to an existing production facility, the investment provides a dedicated space for truss assembly, enabling more efficient use of the current building footprint. This is expected to boost manufacturing capabilities by improving assembly capacity and increasing Calldene’s overall production output by 20%.
The expansion creates a new space for truss assembly and is also a investment in safer working practices and improved conditions, enabling further efficiency in the production process. The combination of reduced manual handling and increased circulation capacity should contribute to higher productivity and smoother workflows.
Les Fuller, Managing Director at Calldene Structural Timber Solutions, said: “This expansion is an important step in our ongoing investment programme. It’s about creating a safer, more efficient working environment at Dover Trussed Roof Company while increasing capacity and capability – so we can continue to improve availability, lead times and service for customers across the South of England.”
Fully operational from March 2026, the site expansion is set to increase product flexibility and scope, benefiting customers served by Calldene’s Canterbury and Lancing operations. In many cases, the additional capability will also reduce the need for ‘two-piece’ frames, helping to cut costs and delivery times while improving structural integrity and installation efficiency for clients.
The building expansion follows Calldene’s recent investment in its first dedicated delivery vehicle, as the business continues to prioritise improvements in capacity, efficiency and customer service.
