A manufacturer has announced expansion plans ahead of its centenary celebrations next year.
Birmingham-based E&SW Knowles, which makes bespoke internal doors, is adding a second factory to boost its manufacturing capacity at its current base on Moor Lane Trading Estate in Witton.
The company, which employs 114 people, is adding 13,750 sq ft to its existing 44,500 sq ft factory in order to support its growth plans.
The investment has been announced following the company's acquisition by Doncaster-based Sentry Doors during the summer.
Managing director Steve Horner said: "This strategic acquisition along with our 100th anniversary will mean that 2023 will be a very big year for us.
"We wanted to do something that marked this achievement but also put a marker in the sand about where we are going and our intention to become the UK's leader in timber fire safety and security doorsets.
"We are committed to the West Midlands area and will create ten more jobs next year alone. The new facility will mean more new machinery, processes and infrastructure to support our growth ambitions.
"We are very proud of our 100-year heritage and industry experience but are also looking ahead to ensure we remain competitive, customer-focused, and innovative."
