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Beam Reward Draw Winner of the Self-Build Show Punchestown
Beam Announce Winner of the Self-Build Show Belfast 2009
Winner of Customer Survey Voucher Revealed
Beam Scoop International Excellence Award
Exclusive Loughmuck Meadows Development features Beam
Beam announce Winner of Online Asthma Draw
Beam's Golden Treat Winners 8 April 08
Beam's new Waterford Distributor
New Generation of Powerful Cleaning 20 Dec 2007
Beam Launch the New Cube for Apartment Living - Belfast, 20 Dec 2007
A Beam of Inspiration - 7 Dec 07
Business Eye's Spirit of Enterprise Winner - 30 Nov 07
Beam succeed at Best Expot Award
Beam Vacuum Systems Ltd Take Over Irish SMART Enquiries
IRELAND’S LARGEST BUS COMPANY TURNS TO BEAM FOR CLEANER VEHICLES
AWARD WINNING DEVELOPER SPECIFIES BEAM TECHNOLOGY
AN INNOVATIVE APPROACH AT AYLESBURY
SOUTH SLIGO SPARKLES WITH BEAM
BEAM VACUUM SYSTEMS CELEBRATES 30 YEARS OF SUCCESS
New Generation of Powerful Cleaning 20 Dec 2007
Vacuuming your home is about to be taken to the next level with the launch of the ground-breaking built-in vacuum system from Beam.
"The Beam Serenity_3.0 is a product of 50 years of cleaning innovation,” says Pat Keenan, Managing Director of Beam Vacuum Systems. “It is the most powerful and quietest central vacuum system ever made.”
Designed to deliver the ultimate in quiet and healthy cleaning, the new vacuum power units have energy efficient motors with increased cleaning performance. With up to 5 times the power of traditional portable vacuum cleaners, a Beam central vacuum system delivers deep and complete cleaning for every surface of your home.
An LCD management system on some power units allows the user to check the central vacuum system’s performance, total operating hours, service requirements and the content level of the bin.
Unlike portable vacuum systems that can recirculate dirty air, the industrial strength of a Beam central vacuum system ensures that dust and other allergy triggering particles are permanently removed from living areas. The result is a 52% improvement in indoor air quality.
Each Beam system comes complete with a vacpan for the kitchen area, a new lightweight 7m hose and toolkit. With over 50,000 installations to date, Beam’s modern cleaning technology is available to fit any home size, including apartments, townhouses, semis and detached properties.
You can request your free demonstration DVD by contacting Beam Vacuum Systems on Freephone NI 0800-7838-231 or ROI 1800-20-1067 or by logging on to www.beamvacuums.ie
Beam Launch the New Cube for Apartment Living
Builders and developers can now take advantage of Beam’s latest innovation designed for healthy, quiet and convenient apartment living – the powerful Axco Cube.
As the world’s first integrated compact central vacuum system, Axco Cube’s modern and compact design is ideal for the growing apartment market and in smaller houses where space is limited. The powerful vacuum unit can be sited in a kitchen cupboard for example.
The integrated backing plate and power unit with all services pre-fitted allows for a standardised installation procedure. The Axco Cube can easily be installed with training and on-going support from Beam, or can be installed by the professional countrywide distributor network.
Launched in July this year, the product is currently being installed by some of Northern Ireland’s leading contractors including Fraser Homes, O’Kane & Devine and Lavelle & McAlinden.
With 30 years experience, Beam Vacuum Systems Ltd was the first company in Ireland devoted to the sales and installation of central vacuum systems. Having over 50,000 successful installations to date, a Beam System has fast become a must-have product for new and existing homes of all sizes.
You can request your free demonstration DVD by contacting Beam Vacuum Systems on Freephone NI 0800-7838-231 or ROI 1800-20-1067 or by logging on to www.beamvacuums.ie
BEAM SUCCEED AT BEST EXPORT AWARD
Scooping Best Export Business at the recent Magherafelt Business Awards marked a highlight in an exciting year for Beam Vacuum Systems Ltd.
Sponsored by Invest NI, the award was open to all manufacturing and tradeable service businesses in the Magherafelt area that export their products or services. The winner was selected on their comprehensive export strategy and export success.
Beam was established in 1977 by Pat Keenan, who continues as Managing Director of the company, when he saw the opportunity to introduce a modern, healthy cleaning concept to Ireland which he felt delivered improved convenience and performance.
He says: “Beam was founded as a sister business to an already established small plumbing and heating firm, now named Combined Facilities Management – a major building services company employing 95 people. Our aim was to deliver quality cleaning solutions for all sorts of projects from domestic homes through to hotels, to commercial buildings, factories and cleanrooms.
As well as employing a team of 35 staff in Magherafelt, Beam has established an approved network of 26 professional distributor businesses operates throughout Ireland. A proven sales strategy in Northern Ireland formed the basis of Beam’s focus on expanding into the Republic of Ireland, which has become a vital part of the company’s development.
Pat Keenan receives the award from Invest NI's Mary Gormley
With over 50,000 domestic central vacuum systems installed in Ireland, a Beam has fast become a must-have product for new and existing homes. Today 5.7 million people in the UK and Ireland have severe asthma symptoms. A Beam system is clinically proven to reduce these symptoms and will increase the indoor air quality of a building by up to 52%.
It’s also lighter, quieter and easier to use. Users simply plug in the central vacuum hose, and versatile cleaning attachments allow you to clean carpets, hardwood floors, tile, upholstery, draperies—even your car and garage—everything and with ease.
Beam domestic central vacuum systems are manufactured in the USA by Electrolux; as a result of the company’s focus on export sales growth, Beam Vacuum Systems Ltd holds the position of number one international distributor worldwide, outside of North America.
Pat continued: “Over the years we’ve developed an unrivalled experience of how best to apply vacuum technology and have used it successfully on a broad range of projects in homes, offices and factories. This provides a healthier environment that eliminates airborne allergens and enables companies to comply with health and safety legislation. Industrial clients include Intel, Seagate Technology, IBM, FG Wilson and Quinn Group.
Examples of leading innovation include the design, supply and installation of a large scale vacuumised document shredding system in a large financial institution in Dublin, the first of its kind in Ireland and UK.
The world’s first integrated compact central vacuum system for installation in the growing new apartment market is the latest addition to the product portfolio. This product was launched in July 2007 and is currently being installed by some of Northern Ireland’s leading contractors including Fraser Homes, O’Kane & Devine and Lavelle & McAlinden.
Beam’s growth to date is simple according to its Managing Director. He says: “It’s a result of committed and dedicated people delivering well-engineered products through professional sales and service.
As Beam Vacuum Systems Ltd embarks into a new era of growth, it looks towards the future with excitement in terms of sustaining and growing its international market leading position and presenting innovative solutions to the challenges that arise.
Beam Vacuum Systems Ltd Take Over Irish SMART Enquiries
Electrolux Central Vacuum Systems, Formerly Beam Industries, hereby announces that Murphy Enterprises, based in Limerick, has selected to discontinue its position as the national importer and distributor for SMART Central Vacuum Systems in Ireland.
Murphy Enterprises will therefore no longer represent or market SMART Central Vacuum Systems in Ireland.
This development goes into effect per August 1st, 2007.
Given its position as the exclusive distributor for Beam Central Vacuum Systems in Ireland, Beam Vacuum Systems Ltd., based in Magherafelt, will take over all inquiries and dealer contacts for SMART Central Vacuum Systems in the local market.
Beam Vacuum Systems Ltd. is the most professional and experienced central vacuum supplier in Ireland, already holding the market leadership position with Beam Central Vacuum Systems. We are therefore confident that Beam Vacuum Systems Limited will pursue and execute a smooth transition for SMART.
Electrolux Central Vacuum Systems is a division of AB Electrolux and the world’s leading supplier of central vacuum Systems. Beam is the most sold brand of central vacuum systems in the world.
For more information, please contact Beam Vacuum Systems Ltd. at
+44 (0) 2879 632424 or visit www.beamvacuums.ie.
Lars Hybel
Vice President, International
Electrolux Central Vacuum Systems
www.beam.com
IRELAND’S LARGEST BUS COMPANY TURNS TO
BEAM FOR CLEANER VEHICLES
Ireland’s largest public transport operator is using innovative technology developed by Beam Vacuum Systems to reduce risks to its personnel’s health and safety and to ensure cleaner buses for passengers on routes throughout the greater Dublin area.
The bus company, which has a fleet of 1,100 buses and had 146 million passenger journeys last year, recently took delivery of its 12th custom-built bus valeting system for use in its depots.
A compaction skip was designed by a team of expert engineers to collect and compact litter including sweet papers, tickets, general waste and potential sharp objects such as broken glass.
As well as protecting its employees, the installation of the bespoke industrial vacuum compaction system is leading to significant labour savings, reducing the time vacuuming each bus from 15 minutes to four minutes.
Pat Keenan, founder and Managing Director of Beam Vacuum Systems, says: “Winning this business is a tremendous boost for the company in our drive to expand sales of our unique valeting systems outside Northern Ireland.
Beam Vacuum Systems recently celebrated the 30th anniversary of its foundation and currently employs over 35 people in Magherafelt developing bespoke central vacuum cleaning systems, dust and fume extraction, and document shredding systems to customers throughout Ireland.
The company has installed over 40,000 domestic vacuum systems throughout Ireland and includes Intel, Seagate Technology, IBM, FG Wilson and the Quinn Group among its industrial clients.
AWARD WINNING DEVELOPER SPECIFIES BEAM TECHNOLOGY
NHBC award winning Rockfield Developments of Ballymena is installing Beam central vacuum systems for healthier living in its new Parkmore Heights homes and apartments in the Co Antrim town.
NHBC award winning Rockfield Developments of Ballymena is installing Beam central vacuum systems for healthier living in its new Parkmore Heights homes and apartments in the Co Antrim town.
Following the success of house sales in their Park Manor development in Ballycastle, Rockfield Developments wished to maintain their high standard of building and specified Beam vacuum systems for the development of semi-detached homes, townhouses and apartments at Parkmore Heights.
Rockfield’s Construction Director Oliver Smith says: “Beam systems give homeowners access to modern cleaning technology that also ensures a much cleaner and healthier environment. With strategically located vacuum inlets, users simply plug in the lightweight, crush-proof vacuum hose and the remote power unit starts automatically.”
Beam’s Victor McAlister adds: “Portable vacuum cleaners recirculate dust, but a central vacuum system removes 100 per cent of contacted dust, dirt, mites, pollen and other irritants and takes them to a central power unit located away from living areas—helping improve indoor air quality by up to 52 per cent”.
The nuisance noise created by traditional vacuum cleaners is also virtually eliminated.
Beam’s modern cleaning technology is available to fit any home size, from apartments to large detached properties. If you would like a no-obligation survey of your house plans or current property, please call Freephone 0800 20 10 67 or log on to www.beamvacuums.ie.
BEAM’S GOLDEN BIRTHDAY TREAT
As part of Beam Central Vacuum Systems’ 50th birthday celebrations, one lucky visitor to both the BT myHome exhibition and Self Build Extend and Renovate Show who is building or renovating their home, will have the opportunity to win a limited edition Golden Beam central vacuum system.
Taking place at King’s Hall Belfast from 7-9th September 2007, BT myHome is the new-generation ideal home event made up of 8 Key Home Zones designed to streamline a visit for home enthusiasts currently looking for ideas or products for specific areas within their home.
The SelfBuild Extend and Renovate show takes place at Punchestown Racecourse Co. Kildare from 7-9th September 2007 and has a huge range of building products and advice on offer, and visitors will find everything needed to build, extend or renovate their home.
Visitors can receive a demonstration of the newly launched Beam Serenity 3.0 range which includes an innovative LCD interactive system, detailing system activity and performance. The exclusive draw for the Golden Beam central vacuum system will take place on the Beam stand where visitors can submit their free entry.
Paula Osborne, Beam’s Sales Manager, ”As well as catering for homebuyers’ demands for a healthy sustainable home, a Beam central vacuum system provides access to modern cleaning technology.
Beam’s whole-house cleaning convenience delivers the ultimate in quiet performance, as the nuisance noise created by traditional vacuum cleaners is virtually eliminated”.
With strategically located vacuum inlets, users simply plug in the lightweight, crush-proof vacuum hose and the remote power unit starts automatically.
Unlike portable vacuum cleaners which can recirculate dirty air, the industrial strength of a Beam central vacuum system ensures that dust and other allergy triggering particles are permanently removed from living areas.
Beam’s modern cleaning technology is available to fit any home size, from apartments to large detached properties. If you would like a no-obligation survey of your house plans or current property, please call our Service team on Freephone [NI] 0800 78 38 231 [ROI] 1800 20 10 67 or log on to www.beamvacuums.ie.
An Innovative Approach at Aylesbury
Sligo, 20 August 2007: A number of new property hotspots in Sligo are being treated to the ultimate in cleaning technology, a Beam central vacuum system.
Situated within a tranquil and pleasant residential area just off Strandhill Road, McMenamin Developments’ Aylesbury Park enjoys the highest standards of construction and latest home innovations.
P & B Kilcullen Electrical Contractors Ltd, Beam’s local distributor for over 20 years says, ”As well as catering for growing homebuyers’ demands for a healthy sustainable home, a Beam central vacuum system provides access to modern cleaning technology.
With strategically located vacuum inlets, users simply plug in the lightweight, crush-proof vacuum hose and the remote power unit starts automatically”.
Beam’s whole-house cleaning convenience delivers the ultimate in quiet performance, as the nuisance noise created by traditional vacuum cleaners is virtually eliminated.
Unlike portable vacuum systems that can recirculate dirty air, the industrial strength of a Beam central vacuum system ensures that dust and other allergy triggering particles are permanently removed from living areas.
A recent report by the University of California illustrated that the indoor air quality for residences installed with a Beam central vacuum system is improved by up to 52%.
With an estimated 50,000 satisfied users throughout Ireland, Beam central vacuum systems have been increasingly popular over the last 30 years and are now recognized as being one of the most desired appliances in new and existing homes. RPC Construction’s Mountain Park and Kinlough Development’s Forest Park each have a Beam vacuum system installed as standard.
Beam’s modern cleaning technology is available to fit any home size, from apartments to large detached properties. If you would like a no-obligation survey of your house plans or current property, please contact P & B Kilcullen Electrical Contractors Ltd on Freephone 1800 20 1067 or log on to www.beamvacuums.ie.
South Sligo Sparkles with Beam
Homeowners in South Sligo will now be able to avail of the ultimate in healthy and quiet cleaning technology.
Beam Vacuum Systems, Ireland’s leader in the central vacuum system market, is delighted to announce the appointment of Paul Morahan as its South Sligo distributor.
Paul, proprietor of Electrical Services, has joined Beam’s nationwide distributor network which has professionally installed over 50,000 central vacuum systems throughout Ireland.
Paul, a native of Tubercurry, has over twenty years experience as a qualified electrician. Married to Maria, Paul has two children, Brian aged 11 years and Joanne aged 8 years.
Shockingly, Ireland is now ranked among the top four countries in the world with the highest prevalence rates for asthma. A recent study shows that as many as 470,000 people in Ireland are affected. At least 20% of all Irish children have asthma (Asthma Society of Ireland).
The prevalence of dust mites in the home contribute to poor indoor air quality. It is not the mites themselves that contain allergens but their excrement, which are triggers for asthma, eczema and allergic nasal mucous membrane inflammations. The main treatment for dust mites is avoidance — that is, taking measures to minimize the number of dust mites in your home.
“Unlike portable vacuum systems that can recirculate dirty air, the industrial strength suction of a Beam central vacuum system ensures that dust and other allergy-triggering particles are permanently removed away from the living area”, explained Paul. “A recent report by the University of California illustrated that the indoor air quality for residents of a home installed with a Beam is improved by up to 52%”.
With strategically located vacuum inlets, you simply plug in the lightweight, crush-proof vacuum hose and the remote power unit starts automatically. The power unit can be installed in the garage, utility room or under the sink.
Versatile cleaning attachments let you clean carpets, wooden floors, tile, upholstery, curtains - even your car and garage.
As with other built-in appliances, investing in a central vacuum system increases the market value of your home. Leading architects, consulting engineers, designers and quantity surveyors throughout Ireland are specifying the central vacuum systems to self-builders and developers throughout Ireland.
Beam’s modern cleaning technology is available to fit any home size, from apartments to large detached properties. If you would like a no-obligation survey of your house plans or current property, please contact Paul Morahan on Freephone 1800 20 1067 or log on to www.beamvacuums.ie.
Wednesday 24 April 2007
BEAM VACUUM SYSTEMS CELEBRATES 30 YEARS OF SUCCESS
A commitment to enterprise and innovation has enabled local company Beam Vacuum Systems Ltd to achieve a market leading position in central vacuum technology in UK and Ireland, Leslie Morrison, Invest Northern Ireland Chief Executive, said today.
Mr Morrison was speaking during a visit to the company which has just celebrated the 30th anniversary of its formation by Pat Keenan, the Managing Director. Beam specialises in the design and installation of central vacuum systems for residential, commercial, and industrial and applications.
Among recent installations completed by the company, based at Magherafelt, is an extensive innovative vacuum-shredding and central cleaning system for a large financial institution in Dublin that ensures the secure disposal of sensitive documents.
Mr Morrison, commenting on the company’s achievements over three decades, said: “Beam Vacuum Systems has prospered through adding significant value to its initial business as a distributor of central vacuum systems. It has achieved this by coming up with innovative and bespoke vacuum solutions that meet the requirements of individual customers in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.
“Installation of a VacuShred system demonstrates how the company has adapted central vacuum technology to satisfy a client’s specific requirements. The security enhancement is an important issue today because of the prevalence of identity theft. In addition, this is an efficient cleaning system that has been clinically proven to provide a healthier indoor environment.
“As a result of this customer-led innovation, Beam Vacuum Systems is now recognised by Beam USA as the number-one international distributor and the market leader in Ireland,” he added.
MD, Mr Pat Keenan said: “Over the years we’ve developed an unrivalled experience of how best to apply vacuum technology and have used it successfully on a broad range of projects in homes, offices and factories. This provides a healthier environment that eliminates airborne allergens and enables companies to comply with health and safety legislation.
“We’ve also achieved this by continuous investment in our products, processes and, above all, in the skills and capabilities of our people. This approach enables us to respond quickly and effectively to the requirements of all types of customers, thereby creating our competitive edge.
“We’ve benefited immensely from advice and practical support provided by Invest NI to help us develop our business,” he added.
Beam Vacuum Systems currently employs over 35 people at Magherafelt in the development of bespoke central vacuum cleaning, dust and fume extraction, and document shredding systems to customers throughout Ireland.
The company has installed over 40,000 residential systems throughout Ireland and industrial clients include Intel, Seagate Technology, IBM, FG Wilson and Quinn Group among its clients.