In every region of New Zealand, you’ll find joinery businesses that stand out not just for their workmanship, but for the values, innovation and leadership woven into their DNA. Montage Kitchens & Joinery in Hamilton is one of those businesses - a company shaped by a remarkable founder and now carried forward by the next generation with the same drive and determination.

The late Ken Monk, founder and long time leader of Montage Kitchens & Joinery was well known throughout the NZ joinery sector. His influence reached far beyond the walls of the business he built. Ken held multiple leadership roles nationally, contributing to training standards, industry development and professionalisation of the trade. Although his passing eight years ago was sudden, the business he shaped didn’t lose momentum - because his passion and philosophy didn’t leave with him.

Today, Montage is led by Ken’s son Jared, a builder by trade who stepped up to run the company with the same commitment to quality, and forward-thinking attitude. Jared’s brother Michael also joined 18 months ago, strengthening the family leadership and helping carry the business into its next chapter.

The KE-710BT is a machine that replaces the traditional glue-pot with a laser unit that activates a 0.2 mm functional layer on the back of laser tape. When heated, the layer melts and bonds the tape directly to the workpiece edge - creating a seamless, welded finish with outstanding strength.

A visit to the Jacks Auckland showroom for a demo sealed the decision. The KDT’s finish quality, sturdy construction and the simplicity of running a true laser made the choice easy.

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