A Quarter of a Century of Fixings Expertise – and Still Growing
Reaching a 25-year milestone is no small achievement in the construction industry, yet for JCP Fixings, the journey from specialist supplier to one of the UK’s most recognised fixing brands has been built on a simple foundation: technical expertise, trusted products, and unwavering support for distributors and installers alike.
Established in 2001 as the specialist fixings division of Owlett-Jaton, JCP Fixings has evolved into a major force within the UK construction fixings sector. Today, the business offers a comprehensive portfolio of anchoring and fastening solutions, supported by a technical infrastructure that has become one of its defining strengths.
From heavy-duty anchors and chemical fixings to specialist application systems, JCP’s product offering now exceeds 1,800 SKUs – firmly establishing the brand among the leading names in the UK fixings market.
Built on Experience
A major contributor to JCP’s success story has been the people behind the brand. In 2003, Nick Beardon joined the company as General Manager, bringing extensive industry experience and a clear vision for growth. Over more than two decades, he helped shape JCP into the respected technical brand it is today, overseeing significant expansion in both product range and market presence before stepping away from the business earlier this year.
Taking the reins is Reza Jafari, whose engineering and commercial credentials – including MEng, Executive MBA and MICE qualifications – position him strongly to lead the next phase of development. Supporting the technical direction of the company is Mehrdad Mirshokraei, whose civil engineering background and Master of Science degree from the Polytechnic University of Milan further reinforce JCP’s technical pedigree.
JCP’s Area Sales Managers (ASMs) continue to play a crucial role in the company’s reputation. Its four full-time ASMs not only support distributors nationwide, but also carry out on-site visits, installation guidance, and certified testing services. Collectively, the team represents almost four decades with JCP, and more than 90 years of experience within the fixings industry – an invaluable resource for customers seeking practical, informed advice.
Technical Support at the Core
While product quality remains essential, JCP has long recognised that technical support is what truly differentiates a modern fixings supplier.
Its online technical resources have become increasingly sophisticated, providing distributors, contractors, and specifiers with immediate access to detailed product information and installation guidance. The company’s website has been designed with usability in mind, offering downloadable datasheets, installation instructions, and product-specific technical content through easily accessible QR codes integrated across the range.
Among the company’s most impressive offerings is the Anchor Calculation Program Pro suite – a professional software package developed to simplify anchor design and verification for engineers, contractors, and specifiers.
The ACP module allows users to calculate anchoring solutions for cracked and non-cracked concrete applications, taking into account critical parameters such as spacing, edge distance, concrete thickness, load direction, and substrate performance. Following calculation, the system suggests suitable JCP anchors and generates detailed PDF reports suitable for project documentation and approval processes.
Additional specialist modules covering railings, resin injection systems, rebar applications, and ceiling installations have further expanded the platform’s capabilities, helping users access highly accurate technical data and supporting documentation with ease.
This investment in digital engineering support reflects the increasing demand for traceability, compliance, and specification accuracy across modern construction projects.
Engaged in Standards and Compliance
JCP has always recognised the importance of keeping pace with – and contributing to the latest technical standardisation and regulatory requirements affecting the products it brings to market. Since 2008, the company has been a member of the European Consortium of Anchor Producers (ECAP), a fully self-funded group of small and medium-sized European manufacturers that work together to help shape the CE marking process for post-installed fasteners, timber connectors, powder-actuated tools, and related components.
JCP has also recently joined the Construction Fixings Association (CFA) with the same aim. The CFA is primarily active in the UK, supporting manufacturers as well as specifiers, contractors, installers, and testers to promote best practice on site and ensure fixings are selected and installed correctly.
Supporting Installers on Site
Technical support at JCP does not stop behind a desk. The company’s on-site testing services continue to provide installers and distributors with added reassurance when performance verification is required.
Whether supporting building regulation compliance or offering confidence in challenging substrate conditions, JCP’s experienced ASMs carry out testing and provide practical troubleshooting support directly on site.
One recent project highlighted the level of professionalism involved, with a JCP ASM conducting testing within a high-security aerospace facility. The visit required extensive pre-site safety procedures, including mandatory online inductions and additional on-site training before testing could commence. Once completed, a comprehensive site test report – including photographic evidence – was produced to document the installation and results.
Certified for Confidence
As specification requirements become increasingly stringent across the construction industry, certified performance has become more important than ever. To meet these evolving demands, JCP Fixings continues to invest significant time, expertise, and resources in obtaining and maintaining independent product certifications.
JCP’s portfolio includes a wide range of independently approved products, helping installers and specifiers meet the demands of modern building standards. Certifications and approvals across the range include CE marking, WRAS approval, and multiple ETA accreditations, giving users confidence in both performance and compliance.
These approvals are clearly identified throughout the latest JCP catalogue, making product selection straightforward for distributors, contractors and engineers alike.
Looking Ahead
While 25 years is a significant milestone, JCP Fixings shows no sign of slowing down. The business enters its next chapter with strong technical leadership, an expanding digital support platform, a continual review to expand the product range, and a growing reputation for engineering expertise throughout the construction sector.
As construction methods evolve and specification demands continue to increase, the need for reliable technical support and proven fixing solutions will only become more critical. JCP’s ability to combine product performance with practical, hands-on expertise positions the company strongly for the future.
For distributors, contractors, and specifiers alike, the message is clear: after a quarter of a century in the industry, JCP Fixings is not simply celebrating its past achievements – it is actively building the foundations for the next 25 years.