Arbor’s MDF mouldings business sees continual growth

The first line installation in 2014 was followed by a second MDF production unit in 2017 following a £2.8m investment, doubling Arbor Forest Products’ capacity. The increased capacity has allowed the company to offer different lengths as well as customers’ own profiles, cross-cutting and trenching.

“Over the years we have invested significantly in our MDF production capability, and our belief in this market and the support we are able to give our customers has resulted in a remarkable period of growth for this sector of our business,” said managing director Jason Ostler.

By expanding its capabilities over the years, Arbor Forest Products said it could meet the needs of merchant customers supplying to a broader range of market sectors, such as the new-build housing market, where tradespeople require a wider selection of MDF products.

The company first launched its MDF line to support its ‘Warehouse on Wheels’ concept, which enables the delivery of multiple products by a single vehicle.

“With ever-present demand for new-build houses in particular, and even with the advent of modern modular construction, we expect to see demand continuing and we will continue to innovate and invest in order to meet our customers’ needs,” added Mr Ostler.