Minister Visits Donaldson Timber Engineering

A Donaldson Timber Engineering product story

Edited by the Buildingtalk editorial team Nov 29, 2004

Mr Brian Cowen, T.D, Ireland's Minister for Finance, visited the recently opened manufacturing facility of Donaldson Timber Engineering, at Bay Road Industrial Estate, Mountmellick.

Already a UK leader in engineered timber roof truss and floor manufacture, the 20,000 sq ft Mountmellick facility is Donaldson's first venture in Ireland.

During his visit, the Minister toured the factory which has capacity to manufacture up to 3000 roof trusses per week, all to I.S 193 standards.

He expressed particular interest in the level of automation in the plant, commenting: "It is good to see new manufacturing companies utilising modern technology to support quality construction within our growing house building industry.

Mr John Moloney, T.D, the local Member of Parliament, also attended and said: "It is particularly gratifying to see local people benefiting from the National Development Plan.

It is clear that Mountmellick's proximity to the new M7 and the roll out of broadband in the area are key to the success of companies like Donaldsons.

Donaldson Timber Engineering Ireland.