Foundry Blog
23rd November 2011
This wasn't a project for our sister company Hargreaves Lock Gates. Hargreaves has completed two cast iron installation pieces on behalf of the Rochdale Canal Connections programme.
28th October 2011
At Hargreaves Foundry we like to think we are original and different, but this time we really did break the mould - and not just once, but 16 times. It was all on behalf of Pyramid of Arts, the Leeds based community group that engages people across the arts community in Leeds and highlights the abilities of people with learning difficulties.
18th October 2011
When economic forecasts are poor and purse strings are tight you can either hunker down and hope that you are still around in a year or two, or you can actively invest in your systems and your people to meet the ongoing needs of customers.
7th October 2011
We aren't short of a few old fossils here at Hargreaves, but recently had to cope with 7 new ones. We cast 7 medallions on behalf of artist Sebastian Boyesen featuring fossil motifs.
22nd September 2011
We recently completed this sculpture of a fox on a tree stump for Scottish sculptor Kenny Hunter. Kenny, based in Glasgow, is known for his works in the public domain and is seen as one of Scotland's foremost contemporary artists. This particular work is destined for the Robbie Burns museum and this 'wee, sleekit, cow'rin, tim'rous beastie' will be unveiled next year on Burns Night.
8th September 2011
All our budding Annie Oakleys and Dead Eye Dicks were out in force last Saturday when foundry staff enjoyed a day out clay pigeon shooting at Greetland Gun Club. Organised by Pete Lodge, foundry superviser, 23 staff, partners and friends turned out to demonstrate their shooting skills.....or otherwise.
1st September 2011
An unusual circular iron water feature provided a dramatic focus for the ceremonial reopening of Brixton's Windrush Square by the Mayor of London, Boris Johnson.
24th August 2011
We'll need to be on our mettle, disciplined and extremely well turned out for a project we are involved in for RMA Sandhurst. We are working with Rainguard, suppliers of rainwater systems, to restore and replace the original cast iron rainwater hoppers, pipes and gutters for the famous military academy near Camberley, Surrey.
16th August 2011
Hargreaves Foundry is delighted to be involved with Pyramid of Arts. The organisation is 21 years old now and sets out to inspire and engage people across the arts community in Leeds and highlight the abilities of people with learning difficulties.
5th August 2011
We had to cross the Irish Sea for our latest architectural heritage commission. A visit to Londonderry for some restoration work on a very impressive Presbyterian church situated near the old city walls.
28th July 2011
Our latest advertising campaign features the cardinal sin of adding upvc double glazing to a church with the message "You wouldn't, would you", the aim being to illustrate cast iron as the best product for beautiful buildings. We couldn't have done this without the co-operation of Halifax Minster.
11th July 2011
We are giving support to the Halifax Dukes, a local speedway team for this season.
22nd June 2011
Working with Antony Gormley to help produce his sculptures is always exciting and challenging. Over the years we have worked on many projects with him and they never fail to test our skills and knowledge.
