Overview

Company Overview

Fire Mech is a specialist manufacturer and supplier of components and systems for the fire sprinkler industry. With a long-standing presence in the sector, the company supports commercial and residential developments across the UK, providing essential safety infrastructure through quality-engineered products.

Industry

Manufacturing / Fire Safety Systems

Company Size

Small-to-medium enterprise (SME)

Relocation Challenge

In 2023, Fire Mech identified the need to expand its operations in response to growing demand. The business required larger, purpose-built premises to accommodate its manufacturing and logistics needs while remaining close to its existing workforce and customer base in Rochdale.

Finding a suitable site within the borough that met both size and specification requirements was a key challenge. Fire Mech was keen to stay local but needed expert guidance to explore available options and ensure the move supported their future ambitions.

RDA’s Support and Property Search

Acting as a trusted partner, the RDA worked closely with Fire Mech to keep the business in the borough.

• Carried out a targeted property search based on the company’s operational needs

• Identified Plot G at Urban Park on Kingsway Business Park as a suitable location

• Facilitated engagement with the site developer and assisted with navigating the relocation process

Thanks to this proactive support, Fire Mech secured a high-quality site that enabled them to expand while remaining rooted in the local area.

Economic and Employment Impact

Fire Mech’s investment in the new premises is delivering positive outcomes for the local economy:

• Creation of 12 new jobs in the first two years of reloctaion, including two apprenticeship roles

• The relocation enhances the company’s production capacity and operational efficiency

• By choosing to remain in Rochdale, Fire Mech strengthens the borough’s advanced manufacturing base

Driving Business Growth in Partnership

The successful relocation demonstrates the RDA’s commitment to:

• Supporting business growth by providing tailored, place-based solutions

• Encouraging local investment by helping established businesses to expand in Rochdale

• Driving economic development through job creation and infrastructure improvement

• Collaborating with partners to deliver bespoke support and unlock development opportunities

Conclusion

Fire Mech’s expansion at Urban Park showcases how the RDA delivers practical, business-focused support that encourages investment and sustains growth in Rochdale. By helping a key local manufacturer secure the right site, the RDA has played a vital role in retaining skills, creating new opportunities, and reinforcing the borough’s industrial strengths.