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JRC Specialist Slate SuppliersCorporate Profile

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JRC Specialist Slate Suppliers are highly experiencedindustry specialistswho source and deliver slate rooftiles from around the globe.


JRC Specialist Slate Suppliers

Who we are

As a well-establishedname within the

roofing industry, wecan reliably supplyquality roofing slate

across the UK.

The Natural Choice...JRC specialise in sourcing & deliveringslates from around the globe. Being ahighly experienced and establishedname within the roofing industry, youcan be certain of reliability and quality.

...for Natural SlateNatural slate is a hard wearing,attractive, natural product which is anexcellent choice for roofing. A well fittedslate roof will usually outlive the rest ofa building, giving clear advantages overalternative materials such as manmadetiles.

Manufacturing ExcellenceWith our slates being sourced from some of the most illustrious quarries, you can be sure of the quality of the slates we provide. Thisapplies to the products themselves as well as the processes and the skilled workmanship involved, giving you the perfect finishingtouch to your build.

From the quarry through to installation, we ensure that the slates we provide get to you in the best condition through our trustednetwork of contacts. This gives great results which can be passed on to the customer, increasing reputations and delivering results.



A big part of our remit at JRC is to help customers findout which is the right slate for them, from an economical and aesthetic view point.Rosie Connor, Director of Planning


Our Products

Calidad Slate

Our Calidad range of Spanish slate isperfect for projects which require thehighest quality slates and have a morecomplex final result. Calidad slates haveto meet very stringent criteria, satisfyingeven the most demanding specifications.

Venta Slate

Venta Spanish slate offers anaesthetically pleasing finish whilstoffering functionality which will satisfyeven the highest specifications. With afull quarry backed guarantee and thehighest qualifications when tested to BSEN 12326, you can be certain of qualityand performance.

Spanish SlateSpanish slate accounts for 90% ofEurope’s natural roofing slate and JRCSpecialist Slate Suppliers provide thebest Spanish slates available. The wideusage reflects Spanish slates’ greatversatility, longevity and superiorquality, so you can be sure that you aregetting great slates.

Cumbrian Natural Slate

Westmorland and Burlington slates fromCumbria offer traditional building stylesa durable and strong roofing material.The unique colourations give adistinctive style across the Lake Districtand beyond – a uniqueness whichcannot be replicated.

Cornish Natural Slate

Slate roofing is used across manybuildings in the local area, and theimpeccable quality has increased thisslates’ popularity across all areas.Regardless of trends, Cornish slates haveremained popular for years and thislooks set to continue.

British SlateUK slates are amongst the mostprestigious and sought after slates in theworld. Sourced from around the UK, youcan easily find a distinctive slate and getthe best of British.

Welsh Natural Slate

Widely recognised as the finest naturalslate in the world, Welsh natural slateoffers inherently beautiful characteristicswhich appeal greatly to architects andspecifiers alike.


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Through our extensive network of UK merchants, JRC canquickly and easily supply the right slate roofing tiles for anygiven project – from a few colour matched slates through to

a multi pallet order.Reclaimed SlateWe can source and supply a wide range of reclaimed and secondhand slate here at JRC across a wide variety of sizes and colours.This allows us to help merchants meet different requirementsand specifications, giving you the right slates, without the needto source new items.

Chimney Pots & Ridge TilesWe have a wide range of chimney pots and ridge tiles in stock togive you the best finishing touch to your roof installation. With awide range of styles available from companies such as Hepworthand Hanson Red Bank, merchants can find the finishing touchesthey need for traditional and modern styles here at JRC.

AccessoriesIn addition to roofing slates, chimney pots and ridge tiles, we alsooffer all of the accessories merchants need to supply for completeinstallation of exquisite slate roofing. From traditional coppernails through to underlay and full roofing systems, you can geteverything to satisfy your roofing needs in one place, without anyunnecessary worry.

Whatever type of slate roofing tile you choose, you can be surethat you are getting the best quality with JRC. For moreinformation on our products, visit our website today.

JRC distribute to merchants throughout the UK, from a few colour matched slates to a multi pallet order.



Our Customers

“I have worked very close with ‘JRC’ for the past 10 years, and the reason is simple,they always deliver on time and whenever I have technical issues, the answer is givento me straight away. This helps, as clients always want answers and quickly most ofthe time. I would recommend ‘JRC’ to anyone whoever asks me.” – Roofing Consultant,Guernsey

“We have been dealing with JRC for a number of years now, they are the ideal onestop shop for all our slate requirements. Their Calidad range is ideal for re-sale,excellent appearance, great quality and most important of all, no complaints... highlyrecommended!” – Builders Merchant, Burnley

“We would like to thank JRC Slate for supplying us with professional advice, a qualityproduct and at a competitive price. Thanks again to Jason and Co.” – Customer inCheshire

“Service so far has been superb, thank you. I can’t believe how quickly you goteverything arranged for me.” – Company in Cambridgeshire

Key MarketsJRC Specialist Slate Suppliers focus onseveral key markets across the UK. Weensure that we remain abreast of thelatest news and developments within themarkets we deal with to ensure that wealways give the best service.

SpecialistsBeing specialists in slates and theirrelated accessories, you can be certainthat you are getting the best productsand advice from our team. By specialisingin slate products, we can focus our effortson slate quality and customer service,giving you the best products.

Supplying to specific needsMany companies will have their specificitems and will never be swayed fromtheir catalogue, but this is not a worrywith JRC. We can easily accommodatespecific requirements for renovations,period buildings and new installations.

Technical AbilityAs all of our members of staff know ourproducts inside out, we can help youthrough every step of the way. We alsohave a repository of information on ourwebsite to guide you through the design,procurement and installation stages ofyour build. JRC offer advice toarchitects, specifiers and merchants toensure that the best slates go to thosewho are looking for fantastic results.

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At JRC we have extensive technical knowledge whichgives us the competitive edge in the industry.

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Our aim is to provide options and solutions for specifiers.



Technical Support

Being experts in ourfield, we can provide all the technical helpand information foryour natural slate

requirements.

Working PartnerAs specialist suppliers of slate roofing tomerchants, we can assist you on allaspects of your slate roofing build.Deciding which slates are best,calculating the amount needed, adviceon fixing or any other question regardingslate roofing can be comprehensivelyanswered by our knowledgeable staff.

Further information can be found on ourwebsite, including CAD drawings, fixingguides and much more.

www.jrcslate.co.uk

We can help you with a range of information which can aid you and your clients. From information on environmental impactthrough to working out the quantity of slate needed, we can help. The technical area on our website includes data on:

• CAD drawings and designs

• CE & Certifications

• Specifications & guarantees

• Testing requirements

• Carbon emission information

• Low pitch roofing solutions

• COSHH information for slates

• Technical standards

• Natural slate benefits

• Terminology information




Quality Control

We always ensure that the slates we source meet all applicable standards – often going above and beyond thesespecifications, giving great results and peace of mind. All of our slates are covered by a quarry backed guarantee and aresubject to our terms and conditions of sale. The quarries we source our slates from are amongst the most prestigious inthe world, with highly skilled and experienced workers creating the finest products.

As well as being checked at the source to stringent criteria, we maintain regular checks to ensure that our impeccablestandards are maintained. No matter where your slates are sourced from, you can be certain that you are getting the bestquality when you get your slates from us here at JRC.

Water Resistance & PerformanceWeather resistance is an incredibly important factor for roofing in the UK, with many northern and westerly areas needingincreased protection. Thermal performance is an increasingly important factor too, with economic and environmentalfactors encouraging efficiency. Quality slates from JRC can help on both of these counts and give substantial performanceimprovements compared to alternative roofing materials.


All our slates arecovered by a quarry

backed guarantee andare subject to our

terms and conditionsof sale.

Natural slate has a wide range of benefits over natural andman-made products. Alternative products deteriorate muchquicker than slate and are inferior in almost every way. The mainbenefits of choosing natural slate for your roofing materialinclude:

• Aesthetically pleasing finish• Incredible longevity and durability• Minimal maintenance costs when professionally fitted• Increased home value • Natural resistance to fire and weather• Low environmental impact

These are just a few advantages to using natural slates. For moreinformation on the benefits and specifications, feel free to visitour website or get in touch with us.

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When working with slates, strict standards and proceduresmust be adhered to, ensuring that the end result is of thebest quality and that constructs meet safety regulations.



Address:Capetown Mill, Pickles Street,Burnley, Lancashire,BB12 0NJ

Head Office:+44 (0)1282 423 444

Email:[email protected]

Web:www.jrcslate.co.uk

JRC Roofing Distributors LtdRegistered No. 04043846

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