Business South October 2024

| 79 Freeman Roofing Freeman Roofing has also been investing heavily in state-of-the-art machinery to enhance its manufacturing capabilities. CONTRACTING range of clients including roofers, builders, electricians and the DIY market. Freeman Roofing has also made significant strides in environmental responsibility. The company has recently become Eco Choice Aotearoa accredited across all 10 of its existing branches. This certification assesses the entire lifecycle of its products, from sourcing and receiving materials to production and end-oflife considerations. “We are an environmentally responsible business entity and we are committed to decarbonising our business before 2050, on a 1.5-degree trajectory. This commitment to sustainability aligns with growing consumer demand for environmentally conscious building practices and products.” The company’s dedication to environmental stewardship is matched by its commitment to community engagement. Freeman Roofing has launched the John Archer Community Sponsorship programme, named after the company’s late director, who was passionate about giving back to the community. “We wanted to honour John’s memory and his values by creating a programme that we know he would have loved. The goal is to give back to our community by providing financial support to grassroots causes that wouldn’t ordinarily attract regular funding.” This programme exemplifies Freeman Roofing’s philosophy of integrating into and supporting the communities where it operates. From its humble beginnings in Nelson in 1956, founded by Eric Freeman, to its current status as a national manufacturer capable of servicing all parts of New Zealand, Freeman Roofing has maintained its family-owned ethos. Now owned and operated by Eric’s children and grandchildren, the company continues to evolve, while staying true to its roots. LARGEWHOLESALER AND MANUFACTURER OF COLOURED ROOFING SCREWS AND ACCESSORIES Alsynite One proudly support Freeman Roofing. www.alsynite.co.nz 0800 257 964 18 Nga Mahi Road, Christchurch ROLLFORMING FOR GENERATIONS • PROUDLY SUPPORTING FREEMAN ROOFING Hayes Rollformers are built for the most robust production lines. Hayes International has been manufacturing Rollformers for over 60 years and have a reputation as one of the world's top manufacturers of Rollformers and Rollforming equipment. WORLD CLASS QUALITY HAYES ROLLFORMERS 07 343 6190 www.hayesint.co.nz 190 Riri St, Mangakakahi, Rotorua 3015 web: drispace.co.nz ph: 0800 374 7883 codemark certified fire-retardant & non-fire retardant vapour permeable self-supporting synthetic heavy weight ROOFING UNDERLAYS

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