Archadeck and Fortress Iron Railing & Fence Systems Announce Preferred Supplier Relationship

May 13, 2010 - PRLog -- RICHMOND, VA – May 13, 2010 – Archadeck is pleased to announce that it has entered into a Preferred Supplier Relationship with Fortress Iron Railing and Fence Systems.  Fortress Iron’s premium line of ornamental metal railing and fence components are officially recommended and endorsed by the Archadeck System.  

“We’ve been building custom outdoor living projects for over 25 years,” says Rob Haislip, Vice President of Operations for Archadeck. “Many of our clients are looking for unique products that will enhance the beauty of their deck or porch. Fortress Iron provides our clients with an extremely strong, durable and beautiful product that complements our projects perfectly.”

“Archadeck’s program of Preferred Suppliers is a very exclusive group” adds Haislip.  “We only partner with quality companies that provide outstanding products and services to both our franchisees and end-user clients.  Fortress Iron certainly fits that profile and we are delighted to add them as one of Archadeck’s Preferred Suppliers.”

“We look forward to being a part of this preferred network of high quality manufacturers who Archadeck has selectively chosen to align with,” says Erik Flick, Railing Division Manger of Fortress Iron.  “As Fortress Railing continues to experience strong growth across the United States and Canada, our partnership with Archadeck will provide additional exposure and growth for our channel partners while providing a quality brand of metal railing that will undoubtedly enhance the outdoor spaces of Archadeck’s clients.”

About Archadeck

Archadeck, established in 1980, has built more than 75,000 projects and is recognized as the largest deck and porch builder in North America. An important part of the Outdoor Living Brands family of companies, their mission is "to enhance the lives of our customers by creating unique and innovative outdoor living environments." Qualified Remodeler magazine consistently ranks Archadeck as one of the leading remodeling contractors in their annual National Remodeling Firms List. Archadeck projects have graced the covers of Gardens, Decks and Patios and Decks & Backyard Projects. The company has been featured in articles in This Old House, Smart Money and Gardening & Deck Design, as well as on Home & Garden TV (HGTV).  Additional information on Archadeck can be viewed online at www.archadeck.com.

About Fortress Iron Railing & Fence Systems

Fortress Iron is proud to be the fastest growing company in the ornamental railing and fence industry, quickly establishing itself as a leading innovator of premium exterior iron products. Fortress is a designer and manufacturer of quality exterior ornamental iron products focused on supplying the railing and fence industries of North America. Based out of Texas, Fortress Iron grew from a family of building materials companies with over 40 years of experience in building products supply and design and have established a reputation for quality.  Additional information on Fortress Iron can be viewed online at www.fortressiron.com .

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