Magnet - one of the UK’s most recognised kitchen brands - has been awarded the coveted Manufacturing Guild Mark by The Furniture Makers’ Company, the City of London livery company and furnishing industry charity.
Sponsored by Biesse Group, EMST and Microvellum, the Manufacturing Guild Mark has been the mark of excellence, distinguishing Britain’s top furniture and furnishing manufacturers since 1993, and the award highlights Magnet’s ongoing commitment to quality, craftsmanship, and innovation.
With more than 100 years at the heart of British kitchens, Magnet offers a full-service kitchen experience, from inspiration through to installation. Each of its kitchens is made in the UK, combining timeless design with trusted performance, and backed by a nationwide network of expert kitchen designers and over 200 showrooms.
The Manufacturing Guild Mark was officially presented to Magnet by Daniel Mesecke, chairman of the Manufacturing Guild Mark, during a special ceremony held at the company’s Darlington offices on Wednesday, 30th July attended by Magnet team members.
“This recognition is a huge testament to the dedication and skill of our teams,” said Charlie Allan, quality & technical manager at Magnet. “Quality isn’t just a target for us, it’s a mindset that’s built into everything we do. From the very first design detail to the final product checks, every kitchen we make carries that same commitment to excellence.”
The Manufacturing Guild Mark is only awarded to businesses that manufacture the majority of their products in the UK and can demonstrate outstanding standards across seven key criteria: design, product development and function, manufacture, human resources, financial stability, sustainability, and sales and marketing. Companies undergo an independent audit every three years by the Furniture Industry Research Association on behalf of the Furniture Makers’ Company to ensure their standards of operation remain high.
Magnet’s achievement reflects both the robust quality management systems in place across the business, including ISO 9001, Six Sigma methodologies, and ongoing product testing, as well as its deeply embedded culture of continuous improvement.
Daniel Mesecke, Manufacturing Guild Mark chairman, said: "Magnet impressed us across every assessment area – from their robust quality control systems and lean, well-maintained factories to their continuous improvement mindset and sustainability leadership. Their combination of in-house design expertise, rigorous testing, and commitment to UK manufacturing excellence made them a clear candidate for the Manufacturing Guild Mark.
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