Shepley, a leading UK manufacturer of UPVC window frames and composite doors, has seen rapid growth in recent years, with turnover rising from £3 million to over £20 million. This success created new challenges for the business, particularly around transport and fleet management. Delivering products on time is critical for Shepley’s customers, and as demand increased, so did the need for a more reliable, structured fleet solution.
Previously, Shepley operated a mixed fleet of owned and leased vehicles, managed through ad hoc arrangements. While workable in the short term, this approach became increasingly difficult to control, especially after the retirement of the company’s long-serving transport manager. With a new manager in place, Shepley wanted to simplify its fleet operations, improve reliability, and secure a trusted partner to manage everything under one roof.
That’s when Shepley turned to Alltruck.
“Alltruck offered us everything under one roof, making it easier to manage, easier to keep control of the fleet, and easier to plan for the future,” explains Ian Griffiths, Managing Director at Shepley.
The appeal of Alltruck’s Contract Hire package was the reassurance it brought. By handing over the complex and time-consuming elements of fleet management, Shepley could focus on manufacturing excellence while ensuring its vehicles remained compliant, efficient, and ready for the road. The package covers everything from compliance and servicing to guaranteed backup vehicles, reducing downtime and removing the headaches of administration.
“It gives us continuity and peace of mind, and that security is really important to us,” Ian says. For Shepley, reliability is non-negotiable. Every day, UPVC frames and composite doors need to reach customers on time. A single delayed vehicle could disrupt installers, projects, and ultimately, homeowners waiting for their new products. “We just can’t be in a position where we lose vehicles for days on end, our products have to go out on time.”
Flexibility has been another key benefit. As Shepley continues to grow, its transport requirements evolve. Alltruck’s tailored fleet solutions scale to meet those needs, whether that means increasing vehicle numbers or adjusting service levels. “It’s reassuring to know we can do as little or as much as we need with Alltruck and change that level of support as we grow.”
The relationship has gone from strength to strength and Ian is confident the collaboration will continue to deliver continuing value. “The proof will be in the longer term, but right now, everything has been positive. We’re looking forward to building a strong relationship with Alltruck.”
At the heart of the partnership is trust. Shepley relies on Alltruck not just for vehicles, but for the assurance that their fleet will keep moving no matter what. As Ian puts it: “We believe you won’t let us down, and that matters above everything.”
As Shepley’s turnover grows and its transport needs expand, Alltruck remains a trusted partner providing reliable fleet management, vehicle rental, and inclusive transport solutions. For Ian and his team, the decision to work with Alltruck has already brought greater simplicity, reduced downtime, and peace of mind. “The Contract Hire package makes our lives smoother and easier. Yes, there’s a cost, but the value is in removing the headaches.”
With Alltruck’s tailored support in place, Shepley can continue to focus on what it does best: manufacturing top-quality UPVC window frames and composite doors, and delivering them to customers on time, every time.
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