Read the latest magazine Industry News Insulation People Encon Appoints New Regional Fire Protection Manager 30 January 2025 THE ENCON GROUP, has appointed Joe Hindmarch as its new Regional Fire Protection Manager for the Midlands & North. Joe provides passive fire protection support to customers in the region, as well as Encon’s internal and external sales teams. In his region, Joe will work closely with Encon’s North East, Leeds, North West, Wrexham, Nottingham and Birmingham branches to support customers with the products, knowledge and guidance they need for their projects. Customers include specialist fire protection contractors, drylining contractors, main building contractors, housebuilders and builders’ merchants. New Regional Fire Protection Manager Joe’s industry experience with building materials manufacturers provides a grounding for his role at Encon. He also looks forward to growing his specialist knowledge with industry qualifications from the Institute of Fire Engineers (IFE). Joe comments: “I’m looking forward to strengthening my expertise in such a vital area for our industry. “I’m aware of Encon’s reputation for outstanding service and knowledgeable teams, particularly in passive fire protection where Neville White and Chelsea Green (Regional Fire Protection Manager – London & South East) have been doing such great work. I’m excited to learn from my new colleagues and build relationships with key customers and suppliers.” Neville White, Business Development Director – Fire Protection, adds: “We’re pleased to welcome Joe with his great experience in developing and nurturing strong relationships with both customers and manufacturers. Joe’s support will help our branches add value to customer projects with outstanding customer service and knowledgeable insights in passive fire protection.” >> Read more about Encon in the news Previous article Trades Apprentice Award Offers £5000 PrizeNext article Master Roofers UK Launches Sitebag to Support Self-Employed Roofers Share article You may also like View all News Industry News +2 20 March 2026 RA Issues Revised Safety Guidance on Rooflight Covers Awards and Events +3 20 March 2026 The Great British Slate Off Returns for 2026 Green Roofs +3 20 March 2026 Swansea Joins Global Network of Biophilic Cities Featured Solutions +3 19 March 2026 Flush Fitting Rooflights by Clement Sign Up to Roofing Today Stay up to date with all of the latest news from Roofing Today by signing up to our weekly Bulletins… Sign Up Today Get in Touch Check out the latest issue 123 March-April 2026 View Now Past Issues Get in Touch