We’re hitting the road and visiting 70 Howdens branches across Britain, bringing the excitement and innovation of our renowned Jigtech speed-fit challenge straight to your local branch!
Think you have what it takes to be crowned the fastest fitter? Step up to the challenge and put your skills to the test in the Jigtech speed-fit competition! With an incredible £1000 worth of tools and a selection of exciting prizes up for grabs, this is your chance to showcase your talent and prove you're the best! Don’t miss out on this unmissable event - compete for glory and see if you can take the top spot!
Kicking off on Tuesday 22nd April and running right through until 5th August, our expert merchandising team are hitting the road in their UNION vans to visit 70 Howdens branches across Britain.
At each location, customers will have the exciting opportunity to take part in the renowned Jigtech speed-fit challenge, a thrilling test of skill and efficiency that’s designed to showcase the incredible time-saving benefits of the Jigtech system. Participants will compete for fantastic prizes, with the ultimate goal of being crowned Howdens Fastest Fitter!
Jigtech is a revolutionary door handle and latch fitting system. The innovative, easy-to-use system reduces installation time by 80% for both contractors and installers, resulting in improved cost savings, efficiencies and earning potential.The system is based around a unique jig that clamps to the door, automatically aligning the drill holes on both the door face and the edge. Hole saws are used to accurately bore the door, in preparation for the specially designed door handles and latches.
April:
22/04/2025 | Burton-Upon-Trent - DE14 1SG |
22/04/2025 | Cheadle - SK8 6RX |
23/04/2025 | Bedford Elm Farm - MK41 0LZ |
23/04/2025 | Derby - DE21 4AE |
23/04/2025 | Altrincham - WA14 5BT |
24/04/2025 | Brackmills - NN4 7PW |
28/04/2025 | Nottingham - NG2 1LT |
28/04/2025 | North Watford - WD24 4YX |
29/04/2025 | Fort William - PH33 6PH |
29/04/2025 | Dronfield - S18 1PN |
29/04/2025 | Watford - WD18 9TD |
30/04/2025 | Inverness - IV1 1SN |
May:
06/05/2025 | Bolton - BL1 2AZ |
06/05/2025 | Crayford - DA1 4RF |
07/05/2025 | Accrington - BB5 1EF |
07/05/2025 | Sidcup - DA14 5BL |
12/05/2025 | Orpington - BR5 3TX |
13/05/2025 | Telford - TF3 3BA |
13/05/2025 | Solihull - B90 4QN |
13/05/2025 | Biggin Hill - TN16 3BW |
14/05/2025 | Kidderminster - DY10 1HY |
14/05/2025 | Telford - TF1 6QJ |
19/05/2025 | Beckenham - BR3 4AA |
20/05/2025 | Redditch - B98 0GZ |
20/05/2025 | Dundee - DD2 3QQ |
20/05/2025 | Epsom - KT19 9QQ |
21/05/2025 | Baluniefield - DD4 8UT |
22/05/2025 | Minworth - B76 1DH |
27/05/2025 | Clifton Moor - YO30 4XF |
27/05/2025 | Durham - DH1 1TF |
28/05/2025 | Penzance - TR20 8HX |
28/05/2025 | Stanningley - LS28 6AT |
28/05/2025 | Consett - DH8 6SZ |
June:
03/06/2025 | Mount Vernon - G32 8YQ |
04/06/2025 | St. Austell - PL25 3JQ |
04/06/2025 | Hereford - HR4 9RX |
09/06/2025 | Horsham - RH13 5PX |
10/06/2025 | Segensworth - PO15 5AP |
10/06/2025 | Worthing - BN14 8NZ |
10/06/2025 | Fareham - PO14 1JE |
19/06/2025 | Seacroft - LS14 2AQ |
19/06/2025 | Chorley - PR6 0BJ |
19/06/2025 | Gravesend - DA11 0DL |
20/06/2025 | Pontefract - WF8 2LN |
20/06/2025 | Sheffield Parkway - S9 4WJ |
20/06/2025 | Basingstoke - RG22 6HY |
24/06/2025 | Portsmouth - PO6 1RU |
24/06/2025 | Gosport - PO12 4LJ |
24/06/2025 | Barnstaple - EX31 1LT |
July:
01/07/2025 | Plymouth - PL6 8LH |
01/07/2025 | Cambourne - TR14 0PY |
01/07/2025 | Exeter - EX2 8RL |
07/07/2025 | Doncaster - DN4 5JJ |
08/07/2025 | Swindon West - SN5 7YT |
08/07/2025 | Goole - DN14 6TY |
15/07/2025 | Edinburgh Leith - EH6 5PE |
15/07/2025 | Southend-on-sea - SS2 5RD |
16/07/2025 | Chelmsford - CM1 3AR |
16/07/2025 | Musselburgh - EH21 6SY |
21/07/2025 | Loughborough - LE11 5JF |
21/07/2025 | Macclesfield - SK10 2QS |
22/07/2025 | Great Yarmouth - NR31 0LX |
22/07/2025 | Corby - NN17 5YF |
22/07/2025 | Winsford - CW7 3RL |
28/07/2025 | York - YO10 3DP |
29/07/2025 | Kings Lynn - PE30 4LS |
29/07/2025 | Whitby - YO22 4PU |
August:
04/08/2025 | Nelson - BB9 8TU |
05/08/2025 | Northampton - NN5 5JR |
05/08/2025 | Preston - PR1 5AU |
The roadshow isn’t just about competition - it’s your chance to experience the revolutionary Jigtech system firsthand and discover its incredible time-saving benefits. With expert-led demonstrations, you’ll see how Jigtech simplifies and speeds up installations without compromising on quality, giving trade professionals like you more time to focus on what truly matters.
Beyond the challenge, this event is designed to showcase innovative solutions that make your job easier and more efficient. You’ll get exclusive insights into cutting-edge tools and techniques that can transform your workflow.
And to make things even more exciting, taking part in the Jigtech speed-fit challenge gives you the opportunity to win an amazing £1000 worth of tools, along with other exciting branded prizes. So step up, take on the challenge, and experience the future of fitting!
See our 10-step guide to a successful Jigtech installation.
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