Handy Ltd crowned Supplier of the Year at National Bed Federation (NBF) Bed Industry Awards 2024
Posted on: October 14th 2024
Handy Ltd, one of the UK’s leading suppliers of bedding and upholstery components, is celebrating after winning the prestigious Supplier of the Year Award at the National Bed Federation (NBF) Bed Industry Awards 2024. The award marks a significant achievement in Handy’s ongoing mission to deliver innovative, high-quality solutions for the bedding industry.
Judges praised Handy’s “commitment to ingenious product innovation, clear understanding of its customers’ needs and razor-sharp focus on customer satisfaction”.
Strictly Come Dancing star Anton Du Beke announced the winners on stage across all sectors of the Bedding Industry at the annual Bed Show gala dinner and awards ceremony in Telford on September 24th. An independent panel of judges selected the winners from a shortlist comprising NBF members and supporting bed retailers.
Handy was commended for its cutting-edge solutions, including its Narrow Woven Wool Tape Edge and a patent-pending bed bug detection and protection system, as well as significant investments in warehousing and machinery. These innovations demonstrate Handy’s ability to address industry challenges while providing reliable, sustainable solutions.
Handy was also recognised as a finalist in the Component Product of the Year category for its advanced Narrow Woven Wool Tape Edge.
Nick Harland-Smith, Managing Director of Handy Ltd, commented: “We are absolutely thrilled to have been recognised with the Supplier of the Year Award at the National Bed Federation (NBF) Bed Industry Awards 2024.
“This prestigious award is a true reflection of the hard work and dedication of every team member and highlights our long-standing commitment to delivering innovative, high-quality products that meet the evolving needs of our customers.
“I would like to express my gratitude to our team, partners and our clients for their ongoing trust and support, as we look forward to continuing our journey of innovation and excellence.”
Handy’s Narrow Woven Wool Tape Edge is a 100% wool, eco-friendly alternative to synthetic materials in mattress tape edging. It is inherently FR, without the use of harmful chemicals which have been linked to serious health conditions. While supporting sustainability and aligning with the demand for eco-conscious bedding solutions.
Meanwhile, Handy’s patent-pending bed bug detection and protection system offers a groundbreaking solution for bed bug prevention in homes and hotels, using a fully mechanical operation to trap and detect bed bugs before infestations become costly.
In addition to product innovation, Handy has made significant investments in its ERP system, warehousing and bagging/button covering machinery, further enhancing its capacity to serve clients efficiently and deliver on its promise of quality and service excellence.
To see the full list of winners and finalists at the NBF Bed Industry Awards 2024, visit www.bedshow.co.uk/nbf-crowns-2024-bed-industry-awards-winners
Credit: Handy Ltd won the prestigious Supplier of the Year Award at the National Bed Federation (NBF) Bed Industry Awards 2024. L-R: Karin Jennings; Sales Manager; Tean Dallaway, Airsprung CEO ; Nick Harland-Smith, Managing Director; Anton Du Beke, Strictly Come Dancing star and NBF Bed Industry Awards 2024 host
Judges praised Handy’s “commitment to ingenious product innovation, clear understanding of its customers’ needs and razor-sharp focus on customer satisfaction”.
Strictly Come Dancing star Anton Du Beke announced the winners on stage across all sectors of the Bedding Industry at the annual Bed Show gala dinner and awards ceremony in Telford on September 24th. An independent panel of judges selected the winners from a shortlist comprising NBF members and supporting bed retailers.
Handy was commended for its cutting-edge solutions, including its Narrow Woven Wool Tape Edge and a patent-pending bed bug detection and protection system, as well as significant investments in warehousing and machinery. These innovations demonstrate Handy’s ability to address industry challenges while providing reliable, sustainable solutions.
Handy was also recognised as a finalist in the Component Product of the Year category for its advanced Narrow Woven Wool Tape Edge.
Nick Harland-Smith, Managing Director of Handy Ltd, commented: “We are absolutely thrilled to have been recognised with the Supplier of the Year Award at the National Bed Federation (NBF) Bed Industry Awards 2024.
“This prestigious award is a true reflection of the hard work and dedication of every team member and highlights our long-standing commitment to delivering innovative, high-quality products that meet the evolving needs of our customers.
“I would like to express my gratitude to our team, partners and our clients for their ongoing trust and support, as we look forward to continuing our journey of innovation and excellence.”
Handy’s Narrow Woven Wool Tape Edge is a 100% wool, eco-friendly alternative to synthetic materials in mattress tape edging. It is inherently FR, without the use of harmful chemicals which have been linked to serious health conditions. While supporting sustainability and aligning with the demand for eco-conscious bedding solutions.
Meanwhile, Handy’s patent-pending bed bug detection and protection system offers a groundbreaking solution for bed bug prevention in homes and hotels, using a fully mechanical operation to trap and detect bed bugs before infestations become costly.
In addition to product innovation, Handy has made significant investments in its ERP system, warehousing and bagging/button covering machinery, further enhancing its capacity to serve clients efficiently and deliver on its promise of quality and service excellence.
To see the full list of winners and finalists at the NBF Bed Industry Awards 2024, visit www.bedshow.co.uk/nbf-crowns-2024-bed-industry-awards-winners
Credit: Handy Ltd won the prestigious Supplier of the Year Award at the National Bed Federation (NBF) Bed Industry Awards 2024. L-R: Karin Jennings; Sales Manager; Tean Dallaway, Airsprung CEO ; Nick Harland-Smith, Managing Director; Anton Du Beke, Strictly Come Dancing star and NBF Bed Industry Awards 2024 host
