CORE’s exclusive HVAC merchant, Smith Brothers, has recently expanded its national coverage with the addition of two new branches in Gloucester and Aberdeen, bringing its total branch network to 23 branches across the UK.
This expansion significantly strengthens Smith Brothers’ reach, improving product availability and making it easier for installers nationwide to access high levels of CORE stock. It also reinforces the company’s position as the UK’s oldest and largest family-owned commercial HVAC merchant, marking another important milestone in its continued growth.
The launch of these two new branches reflects Smith Brothers’ ongoing commitment to the SBS promise of Staff, Stock, and Service. Each branch is supported by knowledgeable, experienced teams, strong stock availability, and a clear focus on delivering dependable, high service standards to customers across the UK.
Locations
The new branches in Aberdeen and Gloucester have been carefully selected to enhance customer accessibility and reinforce support for existing branches across the surrounding regions. By expanding into these strategic locations, the network is better positioned to serve both established customers and new business opportunities more effectively. Each site benefits from strong transport connections, enabling convenient access for customers visiting the trade counters and helping to streamline logistics for fast, reliable delivery directly to site. Together, these branches strengthen regional coverage, improve responsiveness, and support a more efficient service offering for customers.
SBS Aberdeen
Unit 1 Forties Industrial Centre,
Harness Circle,
Aberdeen,
AB12 3LY
T: 01224 963 533
SBS Aberdeen began trading in November 2025 and is proud to be serving the region. Strengthening Smith Brothers presence in the Northeast of Scotland. The branch is located within the Forties Industrial Centre, approximately two miles from the city centre, with direct access to Wellington Road (A956), which connects to the A90 trunk road, and is also easily accessible from the A92, making it a convenient hub for customers across the region.
SBS Gloucester
Unit A Chancel Close Industrial Estate,
Eastern Avenue,
Gloucester,
GL4 3SN
T: 01452 920 300
The most recent addition to the Smith Brothers network is SBS Gloucester, which officially opened its doors in March 2026. The branch is situated on Chancel Close Industrial Estate, offering excellent transport links and easy access to the A38, A417 and M5 via Junction 11 (southbound) and Junction 11a (northbound), and is located just two miles from Gloucester city centre.
Increased availability of CORE products
The introduction of these two new branches represents a significant milestone in CORE’s growing national presence. It also brings a substantial increase in product stock levels, enabling customers across the UK to place orders with greater ease. Installers can now benefit from improved product availability, faster delivery times, and access to expert support wherever they are located.
The CORE range is designed to deliver exceptional quality and genuine value for installers, providing customers with a competitively priced and trusted alternative to other branded products. CORE has been developed with the customer firmly in mind, drawing on over 125+ years of trading experience and industry expertise from Smith Brothers.
There are multiple categories in our range, including:
· Fittings · Valves · Pumps & Pressurisation · Water Treatment | · Pipe Supports · Controls · Consumables |
Strengthening service nationwide
Together with a dedicated head office and a 75,000 sq ft distribution centre, the expanded branch network further strengthens Smith Brothers’ ability to serve customers across the UK. The branches are well placed to provide consistent service and strong stock availability across its nationwide network.
Every branch holds a comprehensive stock of CORE products, giving customers access to same-day collection and next-day delivery nationwide.
To find your nearest branch, visit: https://sbscore.co.uk/uk-distributor-network/
