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Birmingham Post
Birmingham Post
Business
Tamlyn Jones

Manufacturer to relocate to new Solihull home

A manufacturer of specialist moving equipment has relocated to a new base in Solihull.

Evac+Chair International has been manufacturing an evacuation chair and a range of other patient transportation products for more than 35 years.

It has now agreed a deal to take 38,223 sq ft of industrial space in the Connexion complex on Blythe Valley Park.

Connexion consists of five industrial and logistic units and forms part of a mixed-use community on Blythe Valley Park which also includes offices and housing surrounded by 122 acres of parkland.

Gerard Wallace is managing director of Evac+Chair International which is currently based in Tyseley, Birmingham.

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He said: "We are extremely excited to be making the move to our new, larger premises in spring this year.

"Our primary goal is to be the undisputed, world-class leader in the design, development and manufacture of life safety products, whether that be for building residents in the event of an emergency or critical-care patients during emergency transportation.

"The new factory, warehouse and office space will enable us to continue on this mission while we better position the business for continued growth.

"Connexion is a fantastic scheme which will help to facilitate the future growth of Evac+Chair International and, as a result, the safety of buildings, occupants and the transportation of patients worldwide."

Rachael Clarke, development manager at IM Properties which owns Blythe Valley Park, added: "Connexion has struck a chord with occupiers looking to reflect the innovative nature of their businesses.

"We have further exciting news to announce on the final unit which cements Connexion's success in helping to retain key growth businesses in the region contributing significantly to the local economy."

CBRE and Savills are joint letting agencies on the scheme.

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