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The impact of the coronavirus on Janssens NV

In March 2020, the emergence of the coronavirus turned the world upside down. This is something we are still experiencing the impact of today, a year and a half later. At Janssens, the virus also caused a significant stir.

Growing demand for garden greenhouses

Coronavirus measures and strict lockdowns forced people worldwide to stay at home, leading many to turn to their gardens for relaxation. Gardening was rediscovered, and greenhouses along with it.

As a result, we saw a doubling in sales during the so-called ‘corona period’, both domestically and among our foreign distributors. At one point, we even saw a 300% increase in sales. Inquiries flooded in at a rapid pace, requiring us to focus our efforts on our promotional models.

To manage this high demand, we hired additional permanent and temporary staff. With success! We persevered throughout this entire busy period. We are therefore grateful for the dedication of all our employees; without them, this period would have looked very different.

Supply chain challenges

In addition, we faced a global surge in raw material prices. Despite this increase and the supply challenges, we purchased large quantities of materials, which allowed us to reduce the backlog and resume problem-free deliveries since this summer.

In the coming months, there will be no further delivery issues, and promotional models will be supplied from stock.

Towards a flourishing future

Although the demand for greenhouses may soon decrease slightly, we expect that the passion for gardening will endure. The same applies to the many lessons we have learned over the past year and a half. We will carry this knowledge into the future to serve our customers even better.

Interested in purchasing a greenhouse?
Discover our exceptionally wide range of top-quality Belgian greenhouses — unrivaled in craftsmanship and finish.

Have you already found your dream greenhouse? Visit our dealer page to find a distributor in your area.

Frequently Asked Questions

You benefit from the following warranty periods:

  • 10 years on the quality and alloy of the aluminium
  • 10 years on the paint finish (powder coating) in case of delamination, peeling, flaking, corrosion, chalking, discolouration and loss of gloss where the pre-defined tolerances are exceeded, in accordance with the Qualicoat or Qualinod specifications
  • 10 years on the adhesion and tension of the glazing rubbers
  • 10 years on production defects in the glass
  • 5 years on PVC components and their UV resistance

The following damage is not covered by the warranty:

  • Damage caused by failure to follow the installation and operating instructions
  • Damage resulting from use other than the intended normal use
  • Damage due to lack of maintenance
  • Normal wear and tear
  • Materials and items used at the customer’s specific request
  • Structures not part of the Janssens range but manufactured at the express request of the customer or distributor

Our greenhouses are intended for growing vegetables, fruit, flowers, etc. The following characteristics are inherent and vary depending on the situation, environment and use:

  • Condensation on glass or profiles
  • Draughts at doors, windows or gaps
  • Roof windows, roof connections and gutters are not 100% watertight
  • No waterproof barrier beneath the foundation frame

Regulations regarding the installation of greenhouses and outbuildings vary by region. Always check with your local planning authority before purchasing a greenhouse.

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