NEWS | Marcus Emmerson returns as National Specification Manager

IG Masonry Support and Keyfix are delighted to announce the return of Marcus Emmerson, who rejoins the business as National Specification Manager.

Marcus has a long-standing history with IG Masonry Support, having first joined the company in 2014 as a Technical Engineer. Over the next nine years, he progressed through roles as Technical Sales Manager and Estimating Manager, before broadening his career with leadership and specification positions elsewhere in the construction industry.

Most recently, Marcus worked as a Technical Sales Executive for EH Smith Architectural Solutions, where he applied over a decade of experience to deliver innovative and bespoke façade solutions for a wide range of projects. In that role, he collaborated closely with architects, clients, and contractors to balance design vision, budget, and technical requirements, while ensuring the best possible product and service solutions.

His return to IG Masonry Support and Keyfix marks an exciting step as he takes on responsibility for national specification development and support, working with architects and specifiers to ensure the right masonry support solutions are integrated at the earliest design stages.

Marcus commented: “It’s great to be back and see so many familiar faces as well as plenty of new ones! I’m excited to get started and drive the specification team forward.”

With a proven track record in technical sales, estimating, and specification, combined with his passion for enhancing both the aesthetics and performance of buildings, Marcus brings valuable expertise and industry insight back to IG Masonry Support and Keyfix.

NEWS | Paul Graham promoted to Director

IG Masonry Support, part of The Keystone Group, has promoted Paul Graham from General Manager to Director, to further strengthen IG’s offering to its valued customers across the UK and Ireland.

Paul has been an integral member of the Keystone Group team for over 19 years, starting as a Technical Sales Engineer for Keystone Lintels in 2005. Over the years, he has been a driving force behind the success of the company, from project managing major renovations at our Cookstown and Swadlincote sites to leading innovative product development.

In 2012, Paul took on a new challenge as Special Project Team Lead, exploring new product opportunities in both the commercial and residential sectors. This led him to a full-time role in Swadlincote in 2013, where he was instrumental in the launch of IG Masonry Support.

Paul’s career trajectory has been characterised by his continuous passion for innovation and customer service. He said: “My journey with the Keystone Group has been incredibly rewarding. I’ve been exposed to many different roles and gained significant experience in both the Keystone Lintels and IG Masonry Support businesses.

“What’s kept me here for all these years is the commitment the company has for its people and customers. The company’s continuous drive to deliver outstanding products and services to the construction industry means no two days are the same and we’re always working on the next exciting development.

“Taking on this new role, I’m committed to building on our success and ensuring that IG Masonry Support remains at the forefront of the industry and we continue delivering outstanding value to our customers.”