Comley Group Spring newsletter now available
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June 2017
The Comley Group Spring newsletter is now available, full of essential information and exciting news such as our recent awards success, Twickenham triumph, trips to Buckingham Palace, new plant and helicopter rides! Pick up your copy from the Comley Group head office to find out more! |
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Farnham RUFC triumph at Twickenham!
May 2017
The Comley Group would like to congratulate the Farnham RUFC 1st XV on their 37-15 victory over Droitwich at Twickenham this weekend, crowning them Senior Vase Trophy winners for 2017.
The Comley Group have been proud sponsors of Farnham RUFC for a number of years, and several member of staff from the group's offices made the journey to Twickers to see the home team triumph and enjoy what was a fantastic day out.
The success is made all the better as the Comley Group Managing Director, Toby Comley was a key part of the team's victory and was able to enjoy this once in a lifetime opportunity to play on the hallowed turf.
Well done to Toby and the rest of the Farnham 1st XV!
The Comley Group would like to congratulate the Farnham RUFC 1st XV on their 37-15 victory over Droitwich at Twickenham this weekend, crowning them Senior Vase Trophy winners for 2017.
The Comley Group have been proud sponsors of Farnham RUFC for a number of years, and several member of staff from the group's offices made the journey to Twickers to see the home team triumph and enjoy what was a fantastic day out.
The success is made all the better as the Comley Group Managing Director, Toby Comley was a key part of the team's victory and was able to enjoy this once in a lifetime opportunity to play on the hallowed turf.
Well done to Toby and the rest of the Farnham 1st XV!
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Comley Group Managing Director, Toby Comley after the game of the year at Twickenham
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Comley Group bags industry award!
March 2017
The Comley Group are proud to announce that one of the group's demolition operatives was selected as the 2017 Demolition Operative of the Year at the National Federation of Demolition Contractors (NFDC) annual Awards Luncheon on 31st March in London.
Demolition Operative, Billy Rogers, was picked as winner from a hard fought group and presented with his award by comedian Hal Cruttenden and NFDC Vice President, Martin O'Donell.
Comley Group owner, Julia Comley said: 'We couldn't be prouder of Billy and we are so happy that his progress in the industry has been recognised by the NFDC.'
Billy Rogers joined the Comley Group in October 2012, aged 19, as an operative at our licensed waste transfer station, Calf Lane Quarry, and after proving his ambition and capabilities, moved over to Comley Demolition in 2014 where he has excelled.
The Comley Group are proud to announce that one of the group's demolition operatives was selected as the 2017 Demolition Operative of the Year at the National Federation of Demolition Contractors (NFDC) annual Awards Luncheon on 31st March in London.
Demolition Operative, Billy Rogers, was picked as winner from a hard fought group and presented with his award by comedian Hal Cruttenden and NFDC Vice President, Martin O'Donell.
Comley Group owner, Julia Comley said: 'We couldn't be prouder of Billy and we are so happy that his progress in the industry has been recognised by the NFDC.'
Billy Rogers joined the Comley Group in October 2012, aged 19, as an operative at our licensed waste transfer station, Calf Lane Quarry, and after proving his ambition and capabilities, moved over to Comley Demolition in 2014 where he has excelled.
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L - R: Comedian Hal Cruttenden, award winner Billy Rogers and NFDC Vice President, Martin O'Donell.
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Latest job opportunities
February 2017
The Comley Group are looking for a Plant Fitter to ensure the fleet of company vehicles, plant and attachments are maintained and available for use.
Candidates must have:
- Five plus years’ experience with heavy plant and equipment
- Experience with Hydraulic plant and demolition attachments
- C1E (7.5 tonne and trailer) Driving License
- STICK/ARC and MIG Welding experience
- Oxypropane/oxyacetylene cutting and welding.
- Needs to be self-starter with the ability to work with our supervision.
If you feel that you could fill this position, please contact us with your CV at admin@comleydemolition.co.uk or call on 01256 702178 for further information on the role and interview dates.
The Comley Group are looking for a Plant Fitter to ensure the fleet of company vehicles, plant and attachments are maintained and available for use.
Candidates must have:
- Five plus years’ experience with heavy plant and equipment
- Experience with Hydraulic plant and demolition attachments
- C1E (7.5 tonne and trailer) Driving License
- STICK/ARC and MIG Welding experience
- Oxypropane/oxyacetylene cutting and welding.
- Needs to be self-starter with the ability to work with our supervision.
If you feel that you could fill this position, please contact us with your CV at admin@comleydemolition.co.uk or call on 01256 702178 for further information on the role and interview dates.
Comley Group lends support to local Charity Social Enterprise
January 2017
The Comley Group joined forces with their client, Brymor Construction in order to present local charity, the Jigsaw Trust, with a cheque for £1,000 to help provide the charity’s café social enterprise with more equipment.
The Jigsaw Trust, based on Dunsfold Park near Cranleigh, supports children and young adults with autism. The charity operates Jigsaw School for children aged 4-19 and Jigsaw+ for adults aged 18+. Café On The Park was set up as a work experience setting for the pupils and clients to learn new skills within a vocational environment. It is staffed by catering professionals with selected tasks being undertaken by Jigsaw pupils and clients.
The Comley Group and Brymor Construction have both been working on the site at Dunsfold Park and staff from both companies have become frequent visitors to the cafe.
MD Toby Comley commented: “I was very pleased to be able to present this cheque on behalf of the Comley Group, the Jigsaw Trust Café On The Park is very popular with our staff when they were on site and we are happy to help provide more learning opportunities for the clients and pupils from the Jigsaw Trust.”
Toby presented the cheque along with the Chairman of the Brymor Group, Steve Morton.
Kate Grant, CEO of Jigsaw Trust, explained: “As a social enterprise, the café provides a commercial environment for our clients and older pupils to learn and develop important life skills. We are incredibly grateful to the Comley Group and Brymor Construction for their very generous support. It will mean that more of our children and young adults will be able to access work experience opportunities thanks to the additional equipment available for them to use.”
The Comley Group joined forces with their client, Brymor Construction in order to present local charity, the Jigsaw Trust, with a cheque for £1,000 to help provide the charity’s café social enterprise with more equipment.
The Jigsaw Trust, based on Dunsfold Park near Cranleigh, supports children and young adults with autism. The charity operates Jigsaw School for children aged 4-19 and Jigsaw+ for adults aged 18+. Café On The Park was set up as a work experience setting for the pupils and clients to learn new skills within a vocational environment. It is staffed by catering professionals with selected tasks being undertaken by Jigsaw pupils and clients.
The Comley Group and Brymor Construction have both been working on the site at Dunsfold Park and staff from both companies have become frequent visitors to the cafe.
MD Toby Comley commented: “I was very pleased to be able to present this cheque on behalf of the Comley Group, the Jigsaw Trust Café On The Park is very popular with our staff when they were on site and we are happy to help provide more learning opportunities for the clients and pupils from the Jigsaw Trust.”
Toby presented the cheque along with the Chairman of the Brymor Group, Steve Morton.
Kate Grant, CEO of Jigsaw Trust, explained: “As a social enterprise, the café provides a commercial environment for our clients and older pupils to learn and develop important life skills. We are incredibly grateful to the Comley Group and Brymor Construction for their very generous support. It will mean that more of our children and young adults will be able to access work experience opportunities thanks to the additional equipment available for them to use.”
L-R: Mariana Nedulcu (Catering Manager), Toby Comley (Comley Group), Kate Grant (CEO, Jigsaw Trust), Steve Morton (Brymor Group) and Victor Amarandei (Cook).
Memorial bell rings out at the Comley Group.
This week the Comley Group unveiled a lasting memorial to former MD and founder, Richard Comley, who passed away in June 2013.
The one tonne bell, manufactured by renowned Whitechapel Bell Foundry and engraved with Richard's initals and dates, was erected at the Comley Group HQ in Odiham, Hampshire and was rung for the first time by company owner and Richard's widow, Julia Comley.
As Julia remarked, the bell has special significance to the company: "In 2001, Richard recovered the large Whitecahpel bell from the Catholic Church of St Michael and All Angels, Dunsbury Way, Leigh Park, Havant after being awarded the contract to demolish following an arson attack.
"The bell has sat in the Yard by the office for the past 15 years and Richard made sure the bell was rung to celebrate each time we were successful in being awarded a contract!
"Unfortunately this year the bell was damaged and the decision was made for the original to be melted down and recast by Whitechapel Bells, retuned to the same pitch as the original bell and have Richard’s initials and dates inscribed as a memorial.
"This means that both the company and Richard will be in the records at Whitechapel, who will hold these new details in perpetuity."
An entry in the Guinness Book of Records lists the Whitechapel Bell Foundry as Britain's oldest manufacturing company, having been established in 1570 (during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I) and being in continuous business since that date.
The bell has been erected outside the HQ office in a frame made by the talented team at Comley Reclaim.
The one tonne bell, manufactured by renowned Whitechapel Bell Foundry and engraved with Richard's initals and dates, was erected at the Comley Group HQ in Odiham, Hampshire and was rung for the first time by company owner and Richard's widow, Julia Comley.
As Julia remarked, the bell has special significance to the company: "In 2001, Richard recovered the large Whitecahpel bell from the Catholic Church of St Michael and All Angels, Dunsbury Way, Leigh Park, Havant after being awarded the contract to demolish following an arson attack.
"The bell has sat in the Yard by the office for the past 15 years and Richard made sure the bell was rung to celebrate each time we were successful in being awarded a contract!
"Unfortunately this year the bell was damaged and the decision was made for the original to be melted down and recast by Whitechapel Bells, retuned to the same pitch as the original bell and have Richard’s initials and dates inscribed as a memorial.
"This means that both the company and Richard will be in the records at Whitechapel, who will hold these new details in perpetuity."
An entry in the Guinness Book of Records lists the Whitechapel Bell Foundry as Britain's oldest manufacturing company, having been established in 1570 (during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I) and being in continuous business since that date.
The bell has been erected outside the HQ office in a frame made by the talented team at Comley Reclaim.
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Demolition work completed at wharf in Southampton
Comley Demolition have successfully completed demolition of several large industrial units in Southampton.
Over 8,000m2 of asbestos cement roof sheeting was removed from the site by our asbestos removal specialists, Jeto Limited, and all other materials were removed from site. Another excellent example of the different branches of the Comley Group working together on the same project.
Over 8,000m2 of asbestos cement roof sheeting was removed from the site by our asbestos removal specialists, Jeto Limited, and all other materials were removed from site. Another excellent example of the different branches of the Comley Group working together on the same project.
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Exciting rebranding for the Comley Group!
The Comley Group are celebrating over 50 years in the demolition industry with the launch of their exciting new branding.
The new logo’s bring together the four main departments of the Comley Group, Demolition Engineers, Asbestos Specialists, Skip Hire and Reclamation, under a new fresh and modern image.
The logo acknowledges the heritage of the family run company while providing a new platform from which to promote the group onwards and upwards.
Keep an eye out for our newly rebranded machines, vehicles and skips which will be on the roads over the coming months, and for our teams in their freshly rebranded kit on site!
The new logo’s bring together the four main departments of the Comley Group, Demolition Engineers, Asbestos Specialists, Skip Hire and Reclamation, under a new fresh and modern image.
The logo acknowledges the heritage of the family run company while providing a new platform from which to promote the group onwards and upwards.
Keep an eye out for our newly rebranded machines, vehicles and skips which will be on the roads over the coming months, and for our teams in their freshly rebranded kit on site!
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Vacancies
The Comley Group are looking for new staff to join our teams, including Comley Reclaim in Wrecclesham, Comley Skips in Odiham and Comley Demolition at various sites across the South.
Positions include:
Labourers
Delivery drivers
Carpenters and machinists
Please send your CV to admin@comleydemolition.co.uk and we will get in contact with you.
Positions include:
Labourers
Delivery drivers
Carpenters and machinists
Please send your CV to admin@comleydemolition.co.uk and we will get in contact with you.
Family Business of the Year 2016
Voting closes for Family Buisness of the Year 2016 at the end of April, we need your support!
To vote for the Comley Group, including Comley Reclaim, Comley Skips, Jeto Limited and Comle Demolition, click on the link and follow the instructions from there.
Thank you!
http://www.familybusinessunited.com/resources/family-business-of-the-year-regions/london-and-south-east/
To vote for the Comley Group, including Comley Reclaim, Comley Skips, Jeto Limited and Comle Demolition, click on the link and follow the instructions from there.
Thank you!
http://www.familybusinessunited.com/resources/family-business-of-the-year-regions/london-and-south-east/
Comley Group receives ISO 14001 standard
February 2016
The Comley Group has achieved the internationally recognised ISO 14001 standard across the entire groups business – Comley Demolition, Calf Lane Quarry Waste Transfer Station and Comley Reclaim, establishing it as one of the leaders in its field.
This independent assessment was conducted by the leading Certification Body, the British Assessment Bureau and demonstrates the Comley Groups commitment to customer service and quality in delivery.
ISO 14001:2004 was first introduced 1996 as a British Standard and requires organisations to have an environmental policy and action plan to manage their impact on their environment. Certified organisations are committed to continuous improvement and are assessed annually to ensure progress is being maintained.
Comley Group Managing Director, Toby Comley, said: “We are particularly pleased to have achieved ISO14001 certification as it underlines our commitment to our customers and our focus on the Environment. Not many customers get to see their suppliers’ ‘back-office’ activities. This recognition demonstrates we can provide a quality solution from quotation to delivery.”
The Comley Group has achieved the internationally recognised ISO 14001 standard across the entire groups business – Comley Demolition, Calf Lane Quarry Waste Transfer Station and Comley Reclaim, establishing it as one of the leaders in its field.
This independent assessment was conducted by the leading Certification Body, the British Assessment Bureau and demonstrates the Comley Groups commitment to customer service and quality in delivery.
ISO 14001:2004 was first introduced 1996 as a British Standard and requires organisations to have an environmental policy and action plan to manage their impact on their environment. Certified organisations are committed to continuous improvement and are assessed annually to ensure progress is being maintained.
Comley Group Managing Director, Toby Comley, said: “We are particularly pleased to have achieved ISO14001 certification as it underlines our commitment to our customers and our focus on the Environment. Not many customers get to see their suppliers’ ‘back-office’ activities. This recognition demonstrates we can provide a quality solution from quotation to delivery.”
Comley Group nominated for Family Business of the Year Award!
January 2016
We are pleased to announce that the Comley Group has been shortlisted in the London & South East category of the Family Business of the Year Awards 2016!
The Family Business of the Year Awards are organised by Family Business United, the award-winning magazine and resource centre the champions and celebrates the family business sector. Now in their fourth year, these awards recognise the diversity, strength and depth of family firms across the UK and seek to highlight the contribution that family firms make to the UK economy.
Managing Director, Toby Comley said: "We are so pleased to have been shortlisted for this award, and have the hard work of everyone here at the Comley Group over the generations recognised.'
Open to family firms of all generations, sizes and sectors, these awards really do recognise some outstanding family firms and really help to put family businesses on the map.
As Paul Andrews, Founder and Managing Director of Family Business United, the leading online magazine and resource centre for family firms in the UK, explains, "We are delighted to be able to pull together such a vibrant bunch of family businesses, some that have succeeded for numerous generations and continue to thrive, and others that are relatively young but have great values at the heart of what they do."
To vote for the Comley Group, simply click on the link below and vote for C G Comley & Sons Limited. Thank you for your support!
We are pleased to announce that the Comley Group has been shortlisted in the London & South East category of the Family Business of the Year Awards 2016!
The Family Business of the Year Awards are organised by Family Business United, the award-winning magazine and resource centre the champions and celebrates the family business sector. Now in their fourth year, these awards recognise the diversity, strength and depth of family firms across the UK and seek to highlight the contribution that family firms make to the UK economy.
Managing Director, Toby Comley said: "We are so pleased to have been shortlisted for this award, and have the hard work of everyone here at the Comley Group over the generations recognised.'
Open to family firms of all generations, sizes and sectors, these awards really do recognise some outstanding family firms and really help to put family businesses on the map.
As Paul Andrews, Founder and Managing Director of Family Business United, the leading online magazine and resource centre for family firms in the UK, explains, "We are delighted to be able to pull together such a vibrant bunch of family businesses, some that have succeeded for numerous generations and continue to thrive, and others that are relatively young but have great values at the heart of what they do."
To vote for the Comley Group, simply click on the link below and vote for C G Comley & Sons Limited. Thank you for your support!
Amazing aerial images of Quebec Barracks demolition in Bordon
November 2015
Great South Run success for the Comley Group!
October 2015
Unseasonal sunshine and a complete lack of wind greeted runners to Southsea on 25th October for the Great South Run, a 10 mile event taking runners around the historic streets and seafront of Portsmouth.
After months of training, the team from the Comley Group lined up at the start with over 20,000 fellow runners and charity fundraisers to tackle the challenge, with some fantastic results, all of the team completing the course in under 2 hours.
The group were able to raise over £1,000 in sponsorship for BRIGHT Cancer Research, in memory of our much missed late MD, Richard Comley.
Well done everyone!
Billy Rogers - 1: 26:22
Toby Comley - 1:27:04
Carl Warner - 1:27:12
Jen Atkinson - 1:27:44
Clifford Pitman - 1:37:10
Michael Wells - 1:47:55
Kamila Dziedzic - 1:50:16
Unseasonal sunshine and a complete lack of wind greeted runners to Southsea on 25th October for the Great South Run, a 10 mile event taking runners around the historic streets and seafront of Portsmouth.
After months of training, the team from the Comley Group lined up at the start with over 20,000 fellow runners and charity fundraisers to tackle the challenge, with some fantastic results, all of the team completing the course in under 2 hours.
The group were able to raise over £1,000 in sponsorship for BRIGHT Cancer Research, in memory of our much missed late MD, Richard Comley.
Well done everyone!
Billy Rogers - 1: 26:22
Toby Comley - 1:27:04
Carl Warner - 1:27:12
Jen Atkinson - 1:27:44
Clifford Pitman - 1:37:10
Michael Wells - 1:47:55
Kamila Dziedzic - 1:50:16
L-R Curtis Green (also running in memory of Richard), Carl, Kamila, Jen, Toby, Michael, Clifford and Billy.
Exciting visitor to Comley Group site
October 2015
The Comley Group saw a more unusual visitor to their site in Bordon this month.
A team from Demolition Drones made a visit to record both footage and stills of the demolition of the former Quebec Barracks in the town in order to make way for new eco-housing.
Keep an eye on the Comley Group website and social media, as we will be posting footage as soon as it is out of editing. Watch this space!
The Comley Group saw a more unusual visitor to their site in Bordon this month.
A team from Demolition Drones made a visit to record both footage and stills of the demolition of the former Quebec Barracks in the town in order to make way for new eco-housing.
Keep an eye on the Comley Group website and social media, as we will be posting footage as soon as it is out of editing. Watch this space!
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Comley Group to demolish the Great South Run!
August 2015
A team of runners from the Comley Group are taking on the challenge of the 10 mile Great South Run this October, in memory of the late MD, Richard Comley.
Michael Wells, Clifford Pitman, Billy Rogers, Mark Watkins, Carl Warner, Kamila Dziedzic, Jen Atkinson and Richard's son and current MD, Toby Comley will all be pounding the pavements of Portsmouth on 25th October. The team all work for the Comley Group, either as sub-contractors or as part of the crew from Comley Demolition, Comley Reclaim and Jeto Limited.
They are raising money for BRIGHT Cancer Research, a charity that raises funds for vital research and new treatment options for gastro-intestinal cancer patients.
Richard Comley was diagnosed with stomach cancer in 2012, and he continued to work every day through numerous chemotherapy treatments, always with a smile and his trademark stoicism. He never let the disease affect his work or the important friendships he had developed with many of his colleagues.
He passed away in June 2013 at the age of 56, and remians an inspiration to both his family and many of his former colleagues.
Many of the team are taking on this challenge for the first time, and with plenty of training and hard work, it will be a huge achievement for all of them when they cross that finish line after 10 miles!
Help the Comley Group team across the line and donate to a great cause at https://www.justgiving.com/TheComleyGroup/
A team of runners from the Comley Group are taking on the challenge of the 10 mile Great South Run this October, in memory of the late MD, Richard Comley.
Michael Wells, Clifford Pitman, Billy Rogers, Mark Watkins, Carl Warner, Kamila Dziedzic, Jen Atkinson and Richard's son and current MD, Toby Comley will all be pounding the pavements of Portsmouth on 25th October. The team all work for the Comley Group, either as sub-contractors or as part of the crew from Comley Demolition, Comley Reclaim and Jeto Limited.
They are raising money for BRIGHT Cancer Research, a charity that raises funds for vital research and new treatment options for gastro-intestinal cancer patients.
Richard Comley was diagnosed with stomach cancer in 2012, and he continued to work every day through numerous chemotherapy treatments, always with a smile and his trademark stoicism. He never let the disease affect his work or the important friendships he had developed with many of his colleagues.
He passed away in June 2013 at the age of 56, and remians an inspiration to both his family and many of his former colleagues.
Many of the team are taking on this challenge for the first time, and with plenty of training and hard work, it will be a huge achievement for all of them when they cross that finish line after 10 miles!
Help the Comley Group team across the line and donate to a great cause at https://www.justgiving.com/TheComleyGroup/
Keep an eye out on Channel 5 on 25th October for the Comley Group runners in the televised Great South Run!
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New machines for the Comley Group fleet
July 2015
This month has seen the Comley Group add two brand new machines to the fleet, a monster Doosan DX 420LC-5 and a Doosan 255 from Berkshire based Promac Solutions Limited.
Managing director, Toby Comley said: "The acquisition of these two machines, equipped with demolition attachments, allows us to execute complex demolition projects for our clients.
"The purchase of these two new machines has allowed the growing group to meet the demands of our increasing customer base, meeting targets and achieving programmes.
After a brief showcase on the Promac Solutions Limited stand at the NFDC 2015 Demo Expo, the Doosan 420 was put straight to work on site in Ringwood (pictured.)
This month has seen the Comley Group add two brand new machines to the fleet, a monster Doosan DX 420LC-5 and a Doosan 255 from Berkshire based Promac Solutions Limited.
Managing director, Toby Comley said: "The acquisition of these two machines, equipped with demolition attachments, allows us to execute complex demolition projects for our clients.
"The purchase of these two new machines has allowed the growing group to meet the demands of our increasing customer base, meeting targets and achieving programmes.
After a brief showcase on the Promac Solutions Limited stand at the NFDC 2015 Demo Expo, the Doosan 420 was put straight to work on site in Ringwood (pictured.)
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Vintage 22RB crawler crane on it's way to the Demo Expo
June 2015
The Comley Group's 22RB crawler crane is making a special appearance at the NFDC Demolition Expo in Reading. Click the link below for more information.
http://demolition-nfdc.com/event/demolitionexpo201520150626.html
The Comley Group's 22RB crawler crane is making a special appearance at the NFDC Demolition Expo in Reading. Click the link below for more information.
http://demolition-nfdc.com/event/demolitionexpo201520150626.html
Comley Group director goes back to school
May 2015
Demolition of the former Alfred Sutton Boys Comprehensive School began this month with former pupil, David Armstrong, taking a bite out of his old school.
The school’s gym and surrounding buildings, which closed in 1986, acted in more recent times as Reading Activity Centre and part of the TVU, and are being demolished by Hampshire based Comley Demolition, the company where David is now Operations Manager and director.
After attending the school from 1981 to 1985, David was able to live out the dreams of many a school child and bring his former sports hall to the ground with the help of Comley Demolition’s 22 metre tall and 55 tonne monster High Reach machine, under the careful supervision of Demolition Manager, Michael Wells.
David said: “It brought back a lot of memories when looking round the remaining corridors and the sports hall of my old school, where we played games such as the notorious ‘Murder Ball’.
“My job now has allowed me to work closely with the teams both demolishing this site, and the contractors who will be developing it in the future.
“It was sad to see it go, but a fantastic experience to get behind the controls of our High Reach and tear in to my old sports hall!’
Demolition of the former Alfred Sutton Boys Comprehensive School began this month with former pupil, David Armstrong, taking a bite out of his old school.
The school’s gym and surrounding buildings, which closed in 1986, acted in more recent times as Reading Activity Centre and part of the TVU, and are being demolished by Hampshire based Comley Demolition, the company where David is now Operations Manager and director.
After attending the school from 1981 to 1985, David was able to live out the dreams of many a school child and bring his former sports hall to the ground with the help of Comley Demolition’s 22 metre tall and 55 tonne monster High Reach machine, under the careful supervision of Demolition Manager, Michael Wells.
David said: “It brought back a lot of memories when looking round the remaining corridors and the sports hall of my old school, where we played games such as the notorious ‘Murder Ball’.
“My job now has allowed me to work closely with the teams both demolishing this site, and the contractors who will be developing it in the future.
“It was sad to see it go, but a fantastic experience to get behind the controls of our High Reach and tear in to my old sports hall!’
Dust suppression techniques in full use at site in Romsey
May 2015
The Comley Demolition team have completed a challenging site at the former council offices in Romsey.
The Comley Demolition team have completed a challenging site at the former council offices in Romsey.
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The Comley Demolition high reach is put to work at city centre project
April 2015
Comley's High Reach tackles a city centre project in Woking.
Comley's High Reach tackles a city centre project in Woking.
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Comley Demolition team once again live up to their no fuss, no mess, nothing! ethos
April 2015
Prompt job completion at another project in Pirbright
Prompt job completion at another project in Pirbright
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Sensitive site proves no problem for Comley's team.
March 2015
The Comley Demolition team faced down another challenge this month with the successful completion of a demolition project at a sensitive site in Farnborough.
The Comley Demolition team faced down another challenge this month with the successful completion of a demolition project at a sensitive site in Farnborough.
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Successfully completed project for Comley Demolition at
historic airfield.
December 2014
Recently completed demolition work carried out by the Comley Demolition team at the historic Netheravon Airfield was completed ahead of time and to the client’s high standards.
Construction at the airfield began in 1900, and the secure military facility is the world's longest continuously-operated airfield.
When war was declared in 1914, Netheravon was one of the main training bases where new pilots learned how to fly and became the number 1 Flying Training School and home to a bomber squadron. When the Second World War broke out, the increased need for pilots kept the Flying Training School busy. Netheravon was at the forefront of radical change in aerial warfare when in 1942 the advance party of the Glider Exercise Squadron arrived.
Comley Demolition were contracted to execute the complex demolition of the redundant Hadley Page Hanger, and dealt with and overcame a host of challenges including adverse weather conditions, high winds, badgers, bats and asbestos.
Comley Demolition received praise from our client for our professional and effective methods at a challenging site.
Well done to Demolition Manager, Michael Wells, Supervisor, Sarah Watts and all of the Comely Demolition staff involved in the project.
December 2014
Recently completed demolition work carried out by the Comley Demolition team at the historic Netheravon Airfield was completed ahead of time and to the client’s high standards.
Construction at the airfield began in 1900, and the secure military facility is the world's longest continuously-operated airfield.
When war was declared in 1914, Netheravon was one of the main training bases where new pilots learned how to fly and became the number 1 Flying Training School and home to a bomber squadron. When the Second World War broke out, the increased need for pilots kept the Flying Training School busy. Netheravon was at the forefront of radical change in aerial warfare when in 1942 the advance party of the Glider Exercise Squadron arrived.
Comley Demolition were contracted to execute the complex demolition of the redundant Hadley Page Hanger, and dealt with and overcame a host of challenges including adverse weather conditions, high winds, badgers, bats and asbestos.
Comley Demolition received praise from our client for our professional and effective methods at a challenging site.
Well done to Demolition Manager, Michael Wells, Supervisor, Sarah Watts and all of the Comely Demolition staff involved in the project.
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COMLEY'S MD MADE A FELLOW
December 2014
The Comley Group Managing Director, Toby Comley, has demonstrated his experience and expertise in the demolition and asbestos removal industries with his recent appointment as Fellow to the ARMI (Asbestos Removal Management Institute).
Toby achieved the ARCA level 4 Certificate in Asbestos Removal for Contracts Managers in May 2013 and the Level 6 NVQ in construction site management in August 2014 to ensure his competency and understanding in the key principles that the H&SE detailed at their recent Leadership and management seminars, ensuring his appointment.
Whilst ARMI is currently a fledgling institute, Toby is keen to see it become an established industry institute, similar to the IDE (Institute of Demolition Engineers), offering professionals to chance to discuss and collaborate on approaches and attitudes towards asbestos management in the UK.
The Comley Group Managing Director, Toby Comley, has demonstrated his experience and expertise in the demolition and asbestos removal industries with his recent appointment as Fellow to the ARMI (Asbestos Removal Management Institute).
Toby achieved the ARCA level 4 Certificate in Asbestos Removal for Contracts Managers in May 2013 and the Level 6 NVQ in construction site management in August 2014 to ensure his competency and understanding in the key principles that the H&SE detailed at their recent Leadership and management seminars, ensuring his appointment.
Whilst ARMI is currently a fledgling institute, Toby is keen to see it become an established industry institute, similar to the IDE (Institute of Demolition Engineers), offering professionals to chance to discuss and collaborate on approaches and attitudes towards asbestos management in the UK.
COMLEY'S PROVIDING THE MUSCLE AT START OF PROJECT
October 2014
The Comley Demolition team are working at a London based hotel as part of a project to replace old green houses with a state of the art gym.
The hotel on the banks of the River Thames plays host to the England Rugby 7's team who will use the gym for their future training.
The Comley Demolition team are working at a London based hotel as part of a project to replace old green houses with a state of the art gym.
The hotel on the banks of the River Thames plays host to the England Rugby 7's team who will use the gym for their future training.
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COMLEY'S MD TO STAND FOR IDE ELECTION
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Our managing director, Toby Comley, is honoured to have been asked to stand for election to the Institute of Demolition Engineers' (IDE) Council of Management.
Toby said: "Although young in years and comparatively new to the Institute, I am passionate about the Industry which I have been involved in all my life – a third generation professional having been taught well – the Industry and associated Industries will have to adapt in the future as environments and the type of structures requiring demolition change." I joined the Institute as a Student member In January 2007 whilst studying at Northampton University where I gained a 2:1 BSc (Honours) in Waste Management Pollution Control." During my time at University I won a scholarship from the NFDC which encouraged further education within the Industry and also won the IDE Claude J Brown Best Paper submitted based on the principle of Site Waste Management Plans, this was followed by becoming a Full Member in 2012." I joined Jeto Limited, part of the Comley Group specialising in Asbestos removal after University and successfully renewed its Licence in 2011 and again in 2014 with the HSE." Following the premature death of my father Richard Comley, I became Managing Director of the Comley Group." I have achieved further qualifications culminating in NVQ Level 6 Construction Management and I have applied for ARMI. I am also a co-author for NNLW Asbestos Guidance Notes for the NFDC." I would be honoured to be selected to sit on the Council of Management with a promise to listen to all members and promote the Institute to a wider audience to enjoy growth and gain collective knowledge." |
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JETO LIMITED LICENCE RENEWAL SUCCESS.
June 2014
The Jeto management met with inspectors of Health and Safety at the end of June at our offices in Odiham, Hampshire.
The meeting reviewed our application to renew our licence to undertake work with Asbestos.
After demonstrating Jeto’s effective safe working practices and commitment towards Health and Safety, it was concluded that we were successfully demonstrating all the necessary practices and requirements to work with Asbestos and a new two year licence was granted.
Congratulations to the Jeto Limited team for another successful HSE licence renewal.
The Jeto management met with inspectors of Health and Safety at the end of June at our offices in Odiham, Hampshire.
The meeting reviewed our application to renew our licence to undertake work with Asbestos.
After demonstrating Jeto’s effective safe working practices and commitment towards Health and Safety, it was concluded that we were successfully demonstrating all the necessary practices and requirements to work with Asbestos and a new two year licence was granted.
Congratulations to the Jeto Limited team for another successful HSE licence renewal.
CONGRATULATIONS TO FARNHAM RUGBY CLUB!
June 2014
The Comley Group would like to congratulate the Farnham 1st XV for not only topping their league at the end of this season, but achieving promotion to the London 2 South West, their third promotion in as many years.
The celebrations have been topped off with the squad being voted 'Team of the Year 2014' by Rugby World Magazine, with Farnham captain and Comley Group Managing Director Toby Comley leading both the team and The Comley Group into a successful 2014. Toby will continue for his 4th successive year as captain of the squad next season.
The Comley Group are proud sponsors of the team and wish them all the best for the start of the 2015 season. Well done lads!
Images by Andrew Fosker/Seconds Left Images for Rugby World Magazine
The Comley Group would like to congratulate the Farnham 1st XV for not only topping their league at the end of this season, but achieving promotion to the London 2 South West, their third promotion in as many years.
The celebrations have been topped off with the squad being voted 'Team of the Year 2014' by Rugby World Magazine, with Farnham captain and Comley Group Managing Director Toby Comley leading both the team and The Comley Group into a successful 2014. Toby will continue for his 4th successive year as captain of the squad next season.
The Comley Group are proud sponsors of the team and wish them all the best for the start of the 2015 season. Well done lads!
Images by Andrew Fosker/Seconds Left Images for Rugby World Magazine
ON-ROAD SKIP HIRE NOW AVAILABLE FROM COMLEY SKIPS.
May 2014
The Comley Group are pleased to announce that from May 2014 Comley Skips will be able to place skips on public highways in Hampshire.
This addition to the Comley Skips range of products follows a hugely successful winter for the team and a growing demand for on-road skips from customers, a demand which Comley Skips are now happy to meet.
Beginning in Hampshire only, on-road skips will require a permit and as an approved skip provider in the county, Comley Skips are therefore able to apply for permits on behalf of our customers. Please allow a full 5 working days from date of booking your skip to the date the skip is required to allow for successful permit application. Additional charges will apply to on road skips.
Comley Skips will continue to only be placed on private driveways in Surrey and Berkshire and therefore do not need a permit. Please specify any particular placement requirements when ordering your skip.
Visit www.comleyskips.co.uk for more information
The Comley Group are pleased to announce that from May 2014 Comley Skips will be able to place skips on public highways in Hampshire.
This addition to the Comley Skips range of products follows a hugely successful winter for the team and a growing demand for on-road skips from customers, a demand which Comley Skips are now happy to meet.
Beginning in Hampshire only, on-road skips will require a permit and as an approved skip provider in the county, Comley Skips are therefore able to apply for permits on behalf of our customers. Please allow a full 5 working days from date of booking your skip to the date the skip is required to allow for successful permit application. Additional charges will apply to on road skips.
Comley Skips will continue to only be placed on private driveways in Surrey and Berkshire and therefore do not need a permit. Please specify any particular placement requirements when ordering your skip.
Visit www.comleyskips.co.uk for more information
CONGRATULATIONS MARK!
April 2014
A big congratulations to Comley Demolition supervisor Mark Watkins Jnr after completing the London Marathon in 4 hours 34 minutes on Sunday, 13th April 2014.
He ran on behalf of the NFDC's charities, so please send any sponsorship money directly to the Federation, quoting Mark Watkins.
Well done Mark!
He follows in the footsteps of Richard Comley, who ran the London Marathon on behalf of the NFDC charities in 1999 and Toby Comley, who ran in 2012.
A big congratulations to Comley Demolition supervisor Mark Watkins Jnr after completing the London Marathon in 4 hours 34 minutes on Sunday, 13th April 2014.
He ran on behalf of the NFDC's charities, so please send any sponsorship money directly to the Federation, quoting Mark Watkins.
Well done Mark!
He follows in the footsteps of Richard Comley, who ran the London Marathon on behalf of the NFDC charities in 1999 and Toby Comley, who ran in 2012.
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COMLEY DEMOLITION COMPLETES CITY CENTRE PROJECT IN STYLE
February 2014
Hampshire based demolition engineers, Comley Demolition are celebrating the successful completion of a complicated city centre based project in Southampton this week, the remodelling of the city’s large Primark store.
The project has taken 8 months to complete, complicated by the fact that all of the work has been carried out after dark in five phases of 10 – 15 nights over a total of four floors, with teams of between 3 and 10 staff working through the night.
The team on site faced other restrictions during the project, hours were restricted to starting after 8pm and any roll on roll off bins had to be removed from site by 5.45am daily in readiness for Primark deliveries as the store remained open throughout.
Toby Comley, managing director at Comley Demolition said: “We are pleased with the planned works we have carried out for this project, we have worked successfully within some very tight restrictions and completed the project on time and to budget and with very little disruption to Primark.”
Over 350 tonnes of arisings have been produced from this site and Comley’s have achieved a 95% recycling rate.
Works carried out by Comley’s included a strip out of ceilings, wall panelling M&E, non-loadbearing stud walls, chaining rooms, shop fronts and shop windows in preparation for the stores ongoing refurbishment.
Hampshire based demolition engineers, Comley Demolition are celebrating the successful completion of a complicated city centre based project in Southampton this week, the remodelling of the city’s large Primark store.
The project has taken 8 months to complete, complicated by the fact that all of the work has been carried out after dark in five phases of 10 – 15 nights over a total of four floors, with teams of between 3 and 10 staff working through the night.
The team on site faced other restrictions during the project, hours were restricted to starting after 8pm and any roll on roll off bins had to be removed from site by 5.45am daily in readiness for Primark deliveries as the store remained open throughout.
Toby Comley, managing director at Comley Demolition said: “We are pleased with the planned works we have carried out for this project, we have worked successfully within some very tight restrictions and completed the project on time and to budget and with very little disruption to Primark.”
Over 350 tonnes of arisings have been produced from this site and Comley’s have achieved a 95% recycling rate.
Works carried out by Comley’s included a strip out of ceilings, wall panelling M&E, non-loadbearing stud walls, chaining rooms, shop fronts and shop windows in preparation for the stores ongoing refurbishment.
NEW MACHINES PUT THROUGH THEIR PACES
October 2013
Comley Demolition increased their fleet this week with the addition of two new Hitachi 225 reduced tail swing excavators.
The machines have immediately been put to task at one of Comley’s sites in St Albans, producing secondary aggregate from demolition arisings.
These new additions to the Comley fleet will assist in meeting the on-going high demand for their demolition services across the South.
Comley Demolition increased their fleet this week with the addition of two new Hitachi 225 reduced tail swing excavators.
The machines have immediately been put to task at one of Comley’s sites in St Albans, producing secondary aggregate from demolition arisings.
These new additions to the Comley fleet will assist in meeting the on-going high demand for their demolition services across the South.
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COMLEY'S DRAG-LINE CRANE A CROWD PLEASER AT 2013 DEMO EXPO!
COMLEY'S EXCELLENT SERVICE RECOGNISED
Comley Demolition have retained their ISO 9001:2008 accreditation following an audit last week. It was noted in the report “that the Quality Management System is managed in a efficient and thorough manner and shows a focus on maintaining and improving their system through the involvement of and communication of quality issues to all staff for the benefit of their customers, they should be congratulated for their efforts.”
ADDITIONAL SKIPS AVAILABLE FROM COMLEY SKIPS
Comley Skips, operating out of Calf Lane Quarry Waste Transfer Station, have now added 4 Yard skips to their services, alongside the 6 yard, 8 yard open and 8 yard enclosed skips they already provided.
Please telephone on 01252 851863 with your requirements
Please telephone on 01252 851863 with your requirements
ADDITIONAL SKIPS FOR HIRE
New skips now available with Comley Skips
COMLEY GROUP - AWARD WINNERS
The prestigious NFDC Demolition Awards were held earlier this year in March at the Dorchester Hotel, Park Lane, London, Hosted by Tommy
Walsh (from BBC TVs ‘Ground Force’).
Comley Demolition received an awards for being shortlisted for the Demolition Training Award; this is for the company that has shown full commitment towards the training and qualifying of their workforce.
We have a full CSCS/CCDO/CPCS qualified workforce on all our sites and in the past year the majority of our Plant Operatives have gained their Plant NVQs obtaining their Competent Plant Cards, as well as many of our operatives obtaining or refreshing their PASMA, IPAF, WAMITAB, Asbestos Awareness and High-Reach Plant and Crusher Plant Cards.
Our operative, Ryan Oakley was presented with the Highly Commended Award for the Demolition Operative Award. This is for the individual
who has demonstrated outstanding progress in achieving demolition operative skills.
It was a proud day for Comley Demolition, demonstrating that we can stand out as a leading contractor in the industry amongst it’s peer
group.
Walsh (from BBC TVs ‘Ground Force’).
Comley Demolition received an awards for being shortlisted for the Demolition Training Award; this is for the company that has shown full commitment towards the training and qualifying of their workforce.
We have a full CSCS/CCDO/CPCS qualified workforce on all our sites and in the past year the majority of our Plant Operatives have gained their Plant NVQs obtaining their Competent Plant Cards, as well as many of our operatives obtaining or refreshing their PASMA, IPAF, WAMITAB, Asbestos Awareness and High-Reach Plant and Crusher Plant Cards.
Our operative, Ryan Oakley was presented with the Highly Commended Award for the Demolition Operative Award. This is for the individual
who has demonstrated outstanding progress in achieving demolition operative skills.
It was a proud day for Comley Demolition, demonstrating that we can stand out as a leading contractor in the industry amongst it’s peer
group.
Celebrating in style - congratulations Ryan!
Managing Director, Richard Comley with Ryan Oakley and Julia Comley at the NFDC Demolition Awards in March.
Ryan and Tommy Walsh (Ground Force)
Ryan Oakley mixing with celebs at the awards ceremony.
Comley Demolition shortlisted for industry award
February 2013
Comley Demolition has been shortlisted for the NFDC Demolition Training Award 2013. Being shortlisted for this award showcases our commitment to our employees to maintain their qualifications and develop their skills, ensuring that our clients receive the professional service they expect from us.
Comley Demolition has been shortlisted for the NFDC Demolition Training Award 2013. Being shortlisted for this award showcases our commitment to our employees to maintain their qualifications and develop their skills, ensuring that our clients receive the professional service they expect from us.
New skips available from Comley Skips
Spring 2013
Comley Skips are now able to offer 8 yard enclosed and open skips for hire. For more information refer to our website www.comleyskips.co.uk for more details and phone for a quote.
Comley Skips are now able to offer 8 yard enclosed and open skips for hire. For more information refer to our website www.comleyskips.co.uk for more details and phone for a quote.
The end of analogue signal
Winter 2012
We recntly undertook the demolition and removal of the BBC Analogue Transmission dish in Berkshire. This project proves Comley Demolition's ability to adapt and kept pace with the vast changes in our increasingly modern world, showing there is no job that we cannot tackle!
We recntly undertook the demolition and removal of the BBC Analogue Transmission dish in Berkshire. This project proves Comley Demolition's ability to adapt and kept pace with the vast changes in our increasingly modern world, showing there is no job that we cannot tackle!
Summer 2012: A Great British summer
SUMMER 2102
As this summer drew to a close, Comley Demolition were called upon to lend a hand at the Olympic Park with the demolition of the temporary EDF building and Coke Beat Box. 98% of the materials from this project were successfully reused or recycled.
As this summer drew to a close, Comley Demolition were called upon to lend a hand at the Olympic Park with the demolition of the temporary EDF building and Coke Beat Box. 98% of the materials from this project were successfully reused or recycled.
The Coca Cola Beat Box
