Blacksmith News
Hendrix Genetics – A real chicken and egg problem!
This is how Hendrix Genetics’ own website describes their mission; “A multi-species animal breeding, genetics and technology company, Hendrix Genetics is passionate about animal breeding. We look for innovative, sustainable solutions together with the entire animal protein value chain. For us, better breeding today means a brighter life tomorrow.”
Britain Puts on the ‘Wrong Trousers’ for Charity
The nation takes a walk in the ‘Wrong Trousers’ for a special charity appeal in memory of Peter Sallis.
Huddersfield Town FC – What’s in a badge?
Huddersfield Town fans were delighted by the result of the play-off against Reading, a win which means the Terriers will be playing top flight football for the first time since 1972.
Lancashire Parks – Capturing the Spirit of Orton Grange
Our portfolio of companies involved in the growing residential park home sector continues to expand, following our appointment by Morecambe based manufacturer and park operators, Red Rose Enterprises.
HTTPS and SSL for beginners
Recent announcements from Google and Wordpress suggest that adding an SSL certificate to your website may shortly have an effect on rankings.
Tinsley Bridge – New ID and Website
Our first new website of 2017 is the rebranded and totally re-engineered home of the Tinsley Bridge Group.
Powerful endorsement from Power Contractors
When this email from Power Contractors landed this week we had to share it with the world.
Seascapes Launch – Off plan goes to plan!
With no homes on-site, landscaping yet to begin and a price tag of £400,000.00, pre-selling Barton’s new prestige park sounded like a major challenge.
Livery of the Year
Large scale vehicle liveries are a bit of a speciality of ours – see Ice Valley
Content is King
The internet has created an insatiable appetite for content. Previously known as copy and now universally referred to as content – at least in the digital marketing arena – content refers to everything from blogs, social media posts and comments to e-shots and narrative text for websites.
Hot Shots Join Blacksmith
Two new hot shots have joined Blacksmith recently, to bang away at our digital anvils, otherwise known as Apple Macs.
Client Notice – Telephone Line Issue Resolved
We have now fixed the telephone line issue we experienced earlier this week. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
Neil’s On Wheels – Again!
Don’t panic – this is not a call for sponsorship. However, Neil is off on another major cycling adventure.
Blacksmith House is Safe and Secure
Blacksmith House was burgled two weeks ago, but thanks to the wonders of The Cloud, Dropbox and a very cooperative insurance company, we were back up and running in no time.
We Are Hiring! Front End Web Developer
We are looking for a full-time Front End Web Developer specialising in WordPress to play a vital role in the business.
Power Contractors Go Live
Low and high voltage cable installation specialists, Power Contractors, celebrated Christmas with a new website.
FDYL’s Festive F-Zone is Out Now!
In this issue, The F-Zone travels to the North Pole (by reindeer, of course), to gather a meaningful insight into the life of Sinter Klaas Jr. – CEO of Santa Claus Enterprises (SCE).
The FDYL F-Zone – Definitive Content Marketing
November’s F-Zone – the latest digital digest, devised, designed and ghostwritten by Blacksmith, is out now.
The College of Podiatry’s Stamp of Approval
Following the launch of their brand new Careers in Podiatry website, the College of Podiatry’s Undergraduate Education Officer, Alison Hart, had some very positive feedback to share with Blacksmith.
Willowgrove Holiday Website Live
Another part of the Bartons Group, offering affordable and quiet holidays, targeted at what the Americans like to call “seniors”.
Cycloblog Raises £2k for Hope Against Cancer
Blacksmith’s MD, Neil Smith, recently embarked on a charity cycling challenge – cycling an average of 90 miles a day over a four-day period – from Geneva to Milan!
Great Feedback for FDYL’s F-Zone Newsletter
FDYL received great feedback for the latest edition of their F-Zone newsletter. The summer-themed newsletter was inspired by the old bumper summer issues that comics like Beano used to do.
Studio Photography for FDYL
Great to meet Sam from FDYL today when she called in with Joanne for two quick portraits. Our in-house digital photography facilities provide a flexible, informal and competitive service for our clients.