Making Building Easier

DURAPANEL IS ON A MISSION TO MAKE BUILDING EASIER IN NEW ZEALAND.

Established in 1994, Durapanel has a wealth of experience in the housing industry. Our company has built its name through reliable service and our commitment to learning the latest innovation in streamlining production.

We strive for continuous improvement, welcome change and innovation, and embrace the latest technology. Our vision is to become a recognised leader in offsite solutions, making a tangible difference to the New Zealand housing market.

Meet the management team.

Shanon Garton

Managing Director | Design & Operations

Shanon has been involved with residential construction since the early 2000’s, with a particular focus on offsite manufacturing. As a qualified carpenter, frame & truss detailer and also licensed design practitioner, he brings a wealth of design experience & building knowledge to the team. With an eye for detail and passion for offsite manufacturing, Shanon ensures the factory and design team run smoothly and efficiently.

Kevin Garton

Director | R&D | Technical Sales

Kevin’s career in the building industry commenced in the 80’s, working across both commercial and residential construction. Innovation and continuous improvement are key motivations for Kevin, who in 2008 pioneered New Zealand’s transportable housing market with his previous company. Durapanels offsite manufacturing approach to construction parallels Kevin’s vision to find alternatives to traditional building methods and to make building more efficient and economic.

Vincent Garton

Project Team Lead | Business Development

Having designed and sold over 100 homes in NZ, Vincent possesses a wealth of knowledge and experience in the residential construction industry. Leading our Projects & Install team, Vincent draws on his wealth of experience to deliver projects to a quality standard that he knows are important to New Zealand builders.

Harvey Garton

Business Development Lead | Marketing

Harvey comes from a background of working with family businesses to grow and develop through professional products and services. With a background in sales and marketing, Harvey is passionate about quality and customer service and has a keen interest in property development and construction.

Shanon Garton

Managing Director | Design & Operations

Shanon has been involved with residential construction since the early 2000’s, with a particular focus on offsite manufacturing. As a qualified carpenter, frame & truss detailer and also licensed design practitioner, he brings a wealth of design experience & building knowledge to the team. With an eye for detail and passion for offsite manufacturing, Shanon ensures the factory and design team run smoothly and efficiently.

Kevin Garton

Director | R&D | Technical Sales

Kevin’s career in the building industry commenced in the 80’s, working across both commercial and residential construction. Innovation and continuous improvement are key motivations for Kevin, who in 2008 pioneered New Zealand’s transportable housing market with his previous company. Durapanels offsite manufacturing approach to construction parallels Kevin’s vision to find alternatives to traditional building methods and to make building more efficient and economic.

Vincent Garton

Project Team Lead | Business Development

Having designed and sold over 100 homes in NZ, Vincent possesses a wealth of knowledge and experience in the residential construction industry. Leading our Projects & Install team, Vincent draws on his wealth of experience to deliver projects to a quality standard that he knows are important to New Zealand builders.

Harvey Garton

Business Development Lead | Marketing

Harvey comes from a background of working with family businesses to grow and develop through professional products and services. With a background in sales and marketing, Harvey is passionate about quality and customer service and has a keen interest in property development and construction.