HEGLA UK celebrates 15 years …and remains at the forefront of glass cutting technology In September 2017, HEGLA UK celebrated a milestone anniversary. The simple philosophy of providing the right solution for each and every customer has led to great success for the company, whose management team seized an opportunity 15 years ago to set up a whole owned sidiary to cover the UK and Ireland, which has established the company as ... »
Regency Glass switches certification to CENSolutions As a longstanding supplier of processed glass, with a heri e that s almost 35 years, Regency Glass is a leading industry name. Based in Leigh, Lancashire, they have worked determinedly over the years to establish and sustain a reputation of distinction in quality and service. Seriously passionate about its brand, commitment to continuous... »
Contech Conservatories: bringing customers greater opportunities Contech Conservatories has developed a reputation for quality and reliability with a broad range that ensures homeowners can renovate and expand their homes, in ways that will add value. The range includes additional ancillary products including composite doors, skylights, lantern roofs and aluminium windows and bifold doors that will enhance a... »
Winkhaus AV2-E automatic locks provide ‘peace of mind’ for residents Eight Winkhaus AV2-E automatic locks are providing uprated security with ‘peace of mind’ and added convenience for residents of a Bolton luxury apartment complex where new composite entrance doors have been installed. The new Solidor Milano composite doors were installed by Winkhaus customer Fenster Trade Frames at the Thomasson Court Ap... »
Inspire Your Customers With Space & Light Customers of Kingfisher Windows can now inspire homeowners with its new ‘Space & Light’ brochure, designed to help homeowners with their next home improvement. The unbranded brochure contains stunning photography and information about Kingfisher’s full range of Secured by Design PVCu windows and doors. It is designed to help installers ... »
Jackloc puts spotlight on window safety at National Social Care Conference Queen’s Award-winning restrictor specialists Jackloc® were invited to champion window safety at the 2017 Social Care Conference of NASHiCS, The National Association for Safety and Health in Care Services. Emma Wells, Jackloc’s founder and one of its directors, joined speakers from across a number of sectors and public bodies including t... »
Conexis L1 strengthens SmartSecure’s retrofit remit Carl F Groupco has added the Conexis L1 – a Smart Keyless Locking Handle, to its SmartSecure range of electronic door locking and Smart access control solutions. Ideally suited for retrofit installations, the addition to the company’s portfolio enhances its range of Smart options and increases its Smart Tech offer. New markets for SmartSecure ar... »
Bristol Windows invests in machine automation from Haffner Murat Bristol Windows has invested in a new SMR-4 welder and a TT405 computerised saw from machinery specialists Haffner Murat Ltd. In today’s climate, when a business has to invest to meet growing demand, you can be sure it’s doing something right. And invest is exactly what Bristol Windows has done. Adrian Price, Director at Bristol Window... »
Dan Caulfield joins Business Development Team at Consumer Credit Solutions Home Improvement Finance specialist Consumer Credit Solutions has appointed a new Business Development Manager. Dan Caulfield has taken on responsibility for home improvement retailers and installers across the North West and the Midlands. His appointment follows yet another record year for CCS, which has continued to see strong growth ... »
Vista and Spektaglaze transform Liverpool student accommodation in the grounds of Iconic Cathedral Vista Panels are currently working with fellow Merseyside firm Spek laze on the refurbishment of student accommodation in the grounds of Liverpool’s iconic Anglican Cathedral. Dwell Student Living has embarked on a facelift programme of works to include new windows and composite doors on the site. Vista are supplying 70 XtremeDoors fr... »
Protecting cities against fire with advanced glazing Daylight-flooded spaces command a premium from tenants, but in the densest urban areas – where buildings are very tightly packed – it can be difficult to achieve. Not least because of the need to protect against the spread of fire. This was the challenge for developer Meritcape when they set out to refurbish 7 Aylesbury Street – a conver... »
A new visual identity to mark Glass for Europe's enlargement to the entire value chain On the occasion of its 55th anniversary celebrated during a cocktail reception held in Brussels yesterday evening, Glass for Europe officially launched its new structure enlarged to European representatives of building glass transformers and processors and unveiled its new visual identity. Glass for Europe, which has long been counting i... »
PatioMaster Secure opens up opportunities in Secured by Design contracts When Secured by Design accreditation is specified in a sliding patio contract, PatioMaster Secure is the answer because it provides a PatioMaster door that meets this most demanding of standards. Secured by Design is the official UK Police flagship initiative that combines the principles of ‘designing out crime’ with physical security. S... »
Pre-assembled Skypod Roof Lanterns Ready To Install The East Midlands’ largest trade fabricator, Frame Fast UK, is helping installers to complete skylight installations fast with its ready-made Skypod roof lanterns that installers only have to fit and glaze. The roof lantern market continues to grow in popularity because of significant developments in skylight technology in recent years. ... »
Respected designer raves about Roseview’s Heritage Rose Roseview’s Heri e Rose window has received a glowing endorsement from noted interior designer Claire Totman. Claire, who worked in interior design for a decade before starting her own practice in 2016, used the product on a high-end renovation project in Cobham, Surrey. Milwater is a stunning period residential property dating ... »
Dekko helps McDermott Windows make premium switch First-class fabricator Dekko Window Systems has a proven track record of helping its customers successfully shift into the high-end, premium market. One of the latest examples, which displays the firm’s overriding commitment to being far more than a trade supplier is their partnership with Blackburn-based McDermott Windows. Seeing the v... »
Phoenix Doors pulls out of PVC door panel manufacturing Phoenix Doors, part of Masco UK Window Group, is ceasing production of PVC door panels from mid-November 2017 to focus on its successful composite door manufacturing operation. Commenting on the ‘strategic commercial decision’ to cease panel manufacturing, Haydon Statham, Sales Director at Cambridgeshire-based Phoenix Doors said: “It... »
Optima opens up opportunities for Clearview Glaziers’ customers Clearview Glaziers has become the latest company to start manufacturing Profile 22’s Optima system. Robin Squibb, Clearview’s Director, said: “Manufacturing Optima makes good business sense because it’s got strong brand recognition in the trade, retail and commercial sectors we work in. It’s a system that will give our customers even more ch... »
When three is better than two Spectus Window Systems has stayed at the forefront of the industry with its intelligent, market-facing approach. This is evident in its continuous product progress and ability to work with market trends such as those witnessed in triple glazing. Since the industry debated the triple glazing benefits some three years ago there has bee... »
A colourful choice from Universal Trade Frames Shropshire-based trade fabricator Universal Trade Frames offers a comprehensive range of coloured products which opens up a world of colour for installers. Customers can choose from the 28 coloured foil options in the Spectus Spectrum range foiled onto White, Brown, Tan or Cream profile. Alternatively, frames can be painted in any RAL colour f... »
Letter to the Editor: Low Sightline Units- Response to the GGF Dear Ian In response to the statement issued by Steve Rice, GGF Director of Technical Affairs. It is good that the GGF have come out and responded to my letter regarding the use of low sightline IGU’s that basically do not comply with the Construction Product Regulations (CPR) and therefore make it illegal to manufacture and sell... »
Customer relationships central to ground-breaking supplier Since purchasing CentralRPL two years ago, Gary Morton CEO of BoingBoing Group and his team has been working hard to align the operations and product portfolio of the Midlands based fabricator. Recently completing a full system move to Optima, CentralRPL is poised to become one of the UKs leading PVCu trade fabricators by breaking the tradition... »
Aluminium expansion is go! Since Gary Morton and the BoingBoing Group purchased CentralRPL two years ago, the group has been focused on streamlining operations, enhancing its service and product offering and energising the brand. Part of this review included ensuring that products offered were relevant, fit for purpose and being asked for by installers. In recognition of ... »
Envisage this Leading UK Fabricator Conservatory Outlet has officially launched its new flush casement window – Envisage - to its exclusive Network of retail partners. From October 2017, the Envisage window will be manufactured within the 60,000 sq ft Wakefield based plant and is a welcome addition to Conservatory Outlet’s collection of superior home... »
CMS Window Systems invests in capacity to satisfy increasing demand CMS Window Systems has made a stantial investment at its main Castlecary factory near Glasgow to increase its operational capacity and create a solid platform to service its growing trade and domestic windows and doors market. The company, which is one of Scotland’s largest window, door and curtain walling designers, fabricators and i... »
Yale achieves Made in Britain marque Home security specialist, Yale is the latest company to join the Made in Britain initiative, which champions British manufacturing by encouraging and developing the supply chain of UK made goods. The Made in Britain marque is affliated with companies that manufacture and sell goods in Great Britain, and makes it easier for customers to i... »
Stunning new website for aluminium experts Thriving aluminium specialists Fenster Fabrications have launched a stylish new website - www. fensteruk.net Offering outstanding quality and dedicated customer service, over ten years Fenster has grown to become one of the region’s leading suppliers of aluminium windows and doors. Now, the respected firm’s new site serves as a ... »
Fenster Fabrications add the finishing touch to dramatic Titchmarsh transformation Aluminium door experts Fenster Fabrications have helped transform a family’s home as part of hit home improvement show Love Your Home and Garden. The popular programme, which has been running since 2011, and regularly draws audiences in excess of 4 million, sees a team of home improvement experts led by Alan Titchmarsh transform properti... »
Optima offers everything fabricators need – and the stats back this up Recent market data revealed that more and more fabricators are choosing to hedge their bets and fabricate two systems. But one system to buck this trend is Optima from Profile 22. Gerald Allen, Profile 22’s Marketing Manager, commented: “It’s testament to the package of benefits that Optima offers that most of the fabricators who have switch... »
Trojan introduce new TS008 Unicorn letterplate video Earlier this year, leading hardware manufacturer, the Trojan Group launched one of the industry’s very few Document Q compliant letterplates. Manufactured from Stainless Steel for ultimate corrosion resistance, the TS008 Unicorn Letterplate meets the exacting requirements of TS008 which means it can be used on doorsets that need to comply with t... »
Spectus launches mechanically jointed version of its market leading vertical slider Spectus has just launched a fully mechanically jointed option of its market leading vertical slider. Carmen Velilla, Brand Manager at Spectus, said: “The tried and tested authentic period looks of the Spectus Vertical Slider means it is renowned as the window that changes planning officers’ minds about PVC-U. The mechanically jointed version... »
Now even more projects can benefit from Swish’s tried and trusted reputation Seven out of ten homeowners recognise the Swish brand name, which is why installers will be pleased to hear that recent changes to the system’s back edge detail mean it is now compatible with more products than ever before. Gerald Allen, Epwin Window Systems’ Marketing Manager, said: “Swish is renowned for its casement windows, tilt and turn... »
A thousand fabricators from around the world visit elumatec’s TechDays Fabricators from as far afield as Korea, Namibia, Chile and Japan descended on Mühlacker, Germany to experience elumatec’s TechDays. The three-day event sought to showcase the firm’s market-leading product range, and give attendees a crucial insight into the direction fabrication technology is moving in. Visitors were treated to ... »
Hurst plastics marks hull city of culture with ‘the Humber Door’ As Hull nears the end of an extraordinary year as ‘UK City of Culture 2017’, Hurst Plastics has unveiled a unique composite entrance door that pays tribute to one of the most prominent landmarks of the company’s home city. Manufactured at Hurst Plastics’ dedicated factory in Hull, the door features a spectacular image of the Humber Bridg... »
Kenrick stirs the market with Nemesis Kenrick has stimulated the market with the launch of a brand new bi-directional twin cam espagnolette window locking system which has been designed specifically for aluminium profiles. The solution – aptly named Nemesis – has been launched to bring a greater variety of locking systems to fabricators operating within the increasingly popu... »
GGF addresses reduced sightline IGU issue Following recent news coverage regarding the manufacture and compliance of some reduced sightline insulating glass units, the GGF has addressed the issue from a technical and GGF policy perspective. On the compliance with Building regulations, Steve Rice, GGF Director of Technical Affairs explained: “Initially we need to cla... »
Swish launches new suite of marketing literature Consumer favourite Swish has just launched a new suite of marketing literature. It comprises a trade product guide, a retail brochure and retail-focused POS material. Gerald Allen, Epwin Window Systems’ Marketing Manager, said: “Our new literature showcases the strength of the Swish brand and highlights the quality on offer.” Th... »
National Plastics’ roofing range proving popular Trade counter network National Plastics stocks one of the industry’s most comprehensive ranges of roofing products throughout their 32 nationwide depots. The stocked roof range includes Res-Tec’s GRP Roof 1010 System. The intelligently designed roof system is applied cold so there are none of the risks associated with hot works – and non... »
Fitter friendly canopies from PRO-CAN PRO-CAN has launched a range of high quality door canopies designed specifically for trade installers. According to Sales Manager Lee Draper, PRO-CAN canopies are easy-fit, add–on sales opportunities for roofline and window installers in both new-build and refurb projects. “These are great quality, UK- made canopies in a range of styl... »
Hardware leader to team up with GM Fundraising Global leaders in window and door hardware Caldwell have teamed up with GM Fundraising, choosing the charity as the sole beneficiary for its donations going forward. GM Fundraising was established in 1996 by Gary Morton. Gary is the CEO of the Boing Boing Group; which acquired Midlands-based fabricator Central RPL in 2015. He runs the c... »
Rocal’s promoting panel performance in print Rocal Group, the company behind the impressive solid core Endurance® Doors brand, has just launched a new 40-page Impressions brochure for their range of panelled doors, in light of other manufacturing companies pulling out of the sector. While panelled door sales across the industry are in decline, Rocal Group still retains a strong mar... »
Forty customers mark a decade with Edgetech Forty of Edgetech’s most valued customers are celebrating ten years of working with the Coventry-based warm edge experts. As part of an event held earlier this year to mark a decade since Edgetech began manufacturing in the UK, the firm brought representatives from a number of long-standing customers to the s e to present them with a t... »
Solidor gives customers more choice on security Leading composite door manufacturer Solidor adds to its superior range of security hardware with the Winkhaus AV3 autolock - a new automatic multi-point locking system. Solidor’s security range already includes the most secure locking system Ultion, and the most secure door handle on the market Lock Lock. This latest addition affirms Solidor’s l... »
Top to bottom training at Kestrel When it comes to training, Kestrel sales and marketing director Owen Thorogood believes that his staff at all levels, whether management or not, should undertake it on a regular basis. According to Owen investment in staff training is also an investment in customer satisfaction. Owen, who joined the leading fascia and cladding ... »
Distinction’s Design Boutique adds value to customer businesses Marketing support is a vital part of any trade partnership these days and Distinction Doors’ offering is the perfect example of what a good package looks like. For Bethaney Larkman, Distinction’s Marketing Manager, one of the elements customers value the most is the company’s Design Boutique. “It’s our in-house graphic design service that he... »
Construction HQ transformed with a little help from Hazlemere Commercial High Wycombe architectural glazing experts Hazlemere Commercial have helped transform the head offices of a major UK construction company on the very busy Cressex Business Park in High Wycombe. Working for office design specialists Vibe Business Interiors, Hazlemere provided an outstanding level of service as it replaced every window in ... »
What impact are new Metro Mayors having on the construction sector? In early May 2017 six city regions in the UK elected metro mayors, or ‘combined authority mayors’ to change the political structure in the UK, with some decision-making powers to be devolved to a regional level. Amongst the most high-profile people to be elected as a metro mayor was former Labour leader candidate Andy Burnham – for the ... »
Attracting Today’s Door Shopper Homeowners are more design conscious than ever. You only have to look down the street to see the different door designs, colours and finishing touches that homeowners go for. That’s why Shepley continues to add further design options to its Visage Composite Door Collection. The latest update sees new satin glass styles available to installers lo... »
Stainless Steel sales continues to rise! Leading hardware supplier the Trojan Group are once again witnessing a steady rise in sales for their Stainless Steel hardware range as winter approaches. This comes as no surprise to the company who has lead the market for some years with their impressive Stainless Steel door furniture range all backed with a 25 year anti corrosion guarantee.... »
Polyframe boosts production yet again with second factory expansion Polyframe has launched into its second major investment programme since becoming part of the Customade Group - this time to expand its 50,000-square foot site in Livingston and boost production of PVCu frames by more than 30 per cent. Polyframe Livingston has made a £750,000 investment into plant and new machinery to help it satisfy grow... »
REAL Aluminium lights up Bath development An extensive range of aluminium products from REAL Aluminium has brought style and luxury to an exclusive new property development on the edge of Bath. The selection of REAL Aluminium windows, doors and a lantern roof were chosen by Bristol-based installer Panoramic Ltd to complete the £multi-million scheme, which sits south of the River Avon an... »
Letter to The Editor - Breaking the law with Heritage Glazing? Dear Ian Having been in the window Industry for over 30 years, predominantly on the supply of PVCu profiles. I always found that we would do everything to comply with all the rules and regulations regarding the manufacture and supply of window products to the market. Having recently been involved in the formation of the Saveheat... »
New brochure and marketing suite for R7 Residence Collection, the innovative PVC-U systems company, has completed a new brochure and suite of marketing materials for its unique flush sash window Residence 7 (R7). The new overview brochure in a matt, contemporary finish includes stunning photography of project installations that showcase an array of colours and window styles. ... »
Avery Dennison makes capital investment in liquid crystal specialty films developer gauzy GLENDALE, California — October 3, 2017 — Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE:AVY), a global materials science and manufacturing company specializing in the design and manufacture of a wide variety of labeling and functional materials, today said it has made an investment in Gauzy, an Israeli-based developer and manufacturer of liquid-crystal-based ... »
CENsolutions wins CORGI Fenestration audit centre certification CENSolutions Ltd has won recognition for its commitment to trust, reliability, expertise and quality by attaining CORGI Fenestration Audit Centre status. CORGI Fenestration has been established to acknowledge the best in glazing company management, customer service, qualifications, the best qualified staff and their continuing professional devel... »
TruFrame make their mark with bsi standards TruFrame have one of the broadest ranges of quality standards of any UK uPVC frame manufacturer. They have now enhanced this reputation with certification to ISO 9001:2015 through BSI, a UKAS accredited certification body, who operate a more rigorous assessment criteria than some other certificating bodies. The certification to ISO 9001... »
Solidor and Residor: orders arrive 100% On Time, In Full Two years’ work on turning manufacturing and operations into a well-tuned service engine is paying off at the Solidor Group. The leading composite door manufacturer has achieved an impressive 100% OTIF (orders delivered On Time, In Full) for four months in a row between June and September. By keeping to a five-day delivery promise for b... »
New Slimline Aluminium Windows, Delivered Fast From Kingfisher Windows The desire for aluminium windows is growing. The demand is being led by the colour options and slim frames available with aluminium. It’s an increasingly big part of installers businesses and that’s why Kingfisher Windows offers its super slimline aluminium window in just 10 to 15 days. The Yorkshire trade manufacturer of windows and doo... »
PatioMaster Scotland opens its doors for business In-line sliding Patio Door specialists PatioMaster has just expanded its growing network by opening its latest fabrication centre in Scotland. PatioMaster Scotland, based in Glasgow, will cater for the growing number of customers operating throughout the central belt of Scotland. Commenting on the latest PatioMaster addition Carmen Veli... »
PatioMaster doors open new opportunities for unwanted pets Last Chance Animal Rescue is a Kent charity that rescues, rehabilitates and re-homes dogs, cats, rabbits and guinea pigs. The charity was founded in 1986 and its first premises were in Edenbridge. In 2012 it raised enough funds to acquire second premises, disused dog kennels in New Romney and refurbishment took place over a period of thr... »
High Ratings for Deceuninck According to Independent Survey Not one to rest on its laurels, following on from the announcement of increased sales, Deceuninck recently commissioned an independent agency to conduct a customer satisfaction survey. The results are in and the company is performing well with the highest ratings coming from products that meet industry standards, on time deliveries, customer ser... »
Bowater by Birtley Delivers No Compromise Composite Doors Bowater by Birtley made a splash at the FIT show earlier this year with its colourful array of composite doors, proving that any colour is possible. However, the company is pleased to be able to not only deliver a high performance composite door in a wide range of colours (standard or colour matched on request), but also offer this wide range of... »
Universal Trade Frames add Spectus Flush Casement Window to its portfolio Shropshire-based trade fabricator Universal Trade Frames has just added the Spectus Flush Casement Window to its portfolio. Managing Director Brian Kruger said: “Like all Spectus products, the Flush Casement Window is a best-in-class product that delivers excellence at every level and we are delighted to be adding it to our range.” ... »
Demonstrate the Best of Both Worlds with AluWood’s Retail Brochure To help fabricators and joiners show the beauty and benefits of aluminium clad timber windows and doors, AluWood has created a striking retail brochure. Packed with information about the window and door styles, energy efficiency and hardware, the new brochure has everything there is to know about AluWood windows and doors. ... »
Natalie Tellis-James joins Epwin Window Systems in Customer Marketing Support role Epwin Window Systems has just announced that Natalie Tellis-James has joined their team in a Customer Marketing Support role. Natalie, whose background is in marketing, project management and customer service, said: “I am delighted to be joining Epwin Window Systems. The company has an exceptional reputation for the quality of the s... »
BFRC Welcomes Fraud Prosecution British Fenestration Ratings Council (BFRC) welcomed the news that three directors from Cheshire and Liverpool were sentenced for their fraudulent business under the trading name of “Green” that falsely offered funding grants for “A” energy rated and/or Pilkington Glass windows and doors. The prosecution in May 2017 was the successful r... »
The New Grey Substrate from Deceuninck After putting the finishing touches to one of the industry’s most exciting profile launches this summer, Deceuninck announces that its new grey strate will be ready to order from 2nd October. Already the market leader in coloured PVC-U windows and doors, this latest #bestinclass innovation is a further testament to Deceuninck’s commitment to ... »
Ecoglass 100% ‘quality regime’ pays dividends for customers Established in 1949 and now manufacturing more than 8,000 sealed units every week, Norfolk-based Ecoglass Ltd is an independent glass supplier that knows how important consistent quality is for sustainable growth. Now in the 6th year of their relationship with CENSolutions, the certification and compliance consultancy for the fenestration indust... »
A strong July for builders' merchants The latest data from the BMBI Report shows builders' merchants' sales are in good health. Despite media speculation, sales increased again in July, with a 7.0% increase compared with July 2016. With one less trading day, sales in July were 0.9% lower than in June, but average sales per day were 3.9% higher. Year to date sales strengthe... »
Norscot Appoints Callum Grant as new Managing Director Only a few months before his thirtieth anniversary with the business, Callum Grant has been appointed as Norscot’s new Managing Director. Callum takes the dual role of Managing and Commercial Director with the North of Scotland’s largest manufacturer of kit homes, windows and doors. Callum, who is currently the Commercial Director, joine... »
Endurance supports national home security month Endurance® Doors are again supporting National Home Security Month in October, for what is now the fifth year for the important consumer facing campaign, sponsored by Yale. Home security remains the number one key driver in entrance door sales and with hardware partners Avocet, ERA and Yale part of the Endurance® Doors product propositio... »
Letter to Editor - Fire Door Safety Week Dear Ian, In this year’s Fire Door Safety Week there has never before been so much scrutiny on fire door product specification, manufacture, installation and maintenance. We are all aware how integral fire doors are when a fire breaks out in a building after the devastating fire at Grenfell Tower. Properly manufactured, installed and mai... »
EWS presses ahead with new products thanks to £500,000 Bruderer investment One of the UK’s market leaders in cold roll formed products is set to bring a number of new products to market after investing heavily in upgrading its manufacturing capabilities. Wolverhampton-based EWS (Manufacturing) Ltd, part of Arc Specialist Engineering Group, is targeting significant sales growth in a host of new markets as a res... »
Investment in Steel Reinforcement PVCu window and door reinforcement specialist Anglo European continues its investment with a new Rico Press Brake machine. This latest addition means Anglo European can deliver highly accurate steel reinforcement cut to size for customers. What’s more, turnaround times using the new machine can be as little as four days so customers can also ben... »
Triple-height, triple-glazed glass wall brings stunning modern feature to historic school building When architects dhp were asked to design the new accommodation for St Richard Reynolds Catholic College in Twickenham, their brief was to turn an historic Edwardian school building into a cutting-edge education facility. Led by main contractor GRAHAM Construction, work is now underway on a three-storey building at the centre of the site,... »
REHAU renews commitment to sustainability REHAU has renewed its membership to the Passivhaus Trust, reaffirming the company’s commitment to delivering the most sustainable and energy efficient solutions to its customers. REHAU has been a member of the Passivhaus Trust since 2015, and offers a number of products which bear the Passivhaus Standard certification – namely its GENEO®... »
Epwin ladies raise over £40,000 in Paddle2Pedal challenge Epwin ladies Clare O’ Hara, Divisional Managing Director, and Katrina Earl, Northern Regional Sales Manager, were part of a team of ladies who recently completed the gruelling seven day Paddle2Pedal challenge. The pair raised over £40,000 between them and the team as a whole raised over £90,000 and are still going. Clare said: “We’r... »
Transition to Optima was seamless says Heritage Trade Frames Many fabricators are concerned about the impact switching to a new system will have on their production schedules. It’s something the Profile 22 technical team was well aware of when they introduced Optima last year and a meticulous and detailed process was developed to ensure every changeover went smoothly. And feedback from customers agrees it... »
Windmill Windows installation saved by dedicated Dempsey Dyer Yorkshire fabricator Dempsey Dyer has gone the extra mile to help a valued customer complete a lucrative job in an Oxfordshire conservation area. Respected local installation firm Windmill Windows had been called on to refurbish a property in a historically sensitive part of the county. Together with the homeowner, the company decided t... »
Promat UK puts assured protection at core of fire door design and build Fire door manufacturers seeking to eliminate the risk of inappropriate or unproven materials inadvertently creeping into their supply chain can take advan e of a range of technically advanced materials and expert passive fire protection support under one roof from Promat UK. The company, which is one of the country’s leading manufactur... »
Highest Customer Satisfaction Ratings for Thermoseal Group The results are in for Thermoseal Group, with the UK’s leading specialist insulated glass (IG) component manufacturer and distributor of over 2,000 IG products, reporting highest ever customer satisfaction ratings from its latest Customer Satisfaction Survey. With 38 years supplying to the window industry, Thermoseal Group supplies to t... »
SFS Extends Specifier Support to Drive Better Quality Doorsets Leading door hinge manufacturer SFS has extended its technical support for architects, interior designers and fit-out contractors to help deliver safe, secure and compliant doorsets which take advan e of the latest hinge technology for long term reliable performance and visual appeal. The company’s new RIBA-Approved CPD seminar is now ... »
Celebrating 10 Years as The Door of Choice for the UK’s house builders and developers Leading door manufacturer DOORCO is celebrating a decade of supplying one of the commercial sector’s most popular composite doors. Over the period, the UK based manufacturer has supplied hundreds of thousands of doors into the new build and social housing markets. Customers over the decade include some of the largest names with well-known brands... »
Conservatory built with steel window precision Manufactured to incredibly tight tolerances, a screen of steel windows and doors below a glazed roof was employed to form a conservatory within a large kitchen that extends to the whole width of a Victorian Italianate villa in Chiswick, West London. The work involved close collaboration between Steel Window Association member, Steel Window Servi... »
Edgetech parent company Quanex names new Chief Operating Officer Quanex, multinational building products supplier and parent company of warm edge experts Edgetech, has promoted an experienced member of its senior team. George Wilson has been named Quanex Chief Operating Officer, a new post designed to oversee the company’s US and international operations. Prior to his promotion, George was Pre... »
Hazlemere Windows Investment is Unveiled Hazlemere Window Company Ltd has announced the official re-opening weekend of its state-of-the-art Hertfordshire showroom, which has been the ject of major investment and refurbishment over the past three months. Taking place on Saturday 30th September and Sunday 1st of October, Hazlemere will be marking the grand unveiling of its ne... »
Manfred Vollbracht Retires After more than 41 years of active involvement, HEGLA Managing Director Manfred Vollbracht has retired shortly before his 66th birthday. “At some point you have to ask yourself what life after work might look like, and when that time has come”, he said, explaining his decision. For more than two years, Mr Vollbracht has been setting the course f... »
Yale is going on TV! The advert, which will be aired throughout the month on Channel 4, Sky, and ITV, will showcase the benefits of the new Conexis L1 Smart Door Lock. It will highlight how the Smart Living solution can add convenience to everyday lives as well as giving peace of mind that your home is secure. Paul Atkinson, Sales and Commercial Director fo... »
Security isn’t just skin deep The market leading composite door leaf and glazing systems from Distinction Doors are major components when part of a door set and have a proven ability to achieve PAS24:2016, the industry’s enhanced security standard and a prerequisite in attaining third party certification to Secured by Design - a police initiative to protect against unlawful ... »
Sealco Opens New Endurance Distribution Centre A new 3,200 sq ft Endurance Distribution Centre is now open so that fabricators and installers can get Endurance hardware and ancillaries delivered next day. Launched in 2015, by independent window and door hardware distributor Sealco, the Endurance range of suited window and door handles, and letterplates has proven popular with fabrica... »
Endurance is backing fire door safety week Endurance® Doors is again backing Fire Door Safety Week, which will be held week commencing 25th September, 2017 and promoted through social media and through other marketing communications. Fire Door Safety Week is promoted by the British Woodworking Federation at www.firedoorsafetyweek.co.uk and Endurance® Doors are eager to play their... »
REHAU remain committed to renewable energy As part of an ongoing commitment to sustainability and constantly striving to improve its green credentials, REHAU was delighted to once again receive SmartestEnergy’s ‘Renewable Electricity Commitment’ certificate. The certificate, authorised by the Carbon Trust, recognises that REHAU’s factory in Blaenau, warehouse in Runcorn and offic... »
Window Warehouse launches Aluk windows & doors Portsmouth-based fabricator Window Warehouse has launched the AluK aluminium window and door suite to its installer customers. Managing Director at Window Warehouse, Malcolm Cake said: “We have made the switch to AluK aluminium windows, sliding and bi-folding doors to offer more choice and an even better service for customers. ... »
Optima is made for the market now It’s said that customer feedback is the best way to gauge a product’s success. And feedback about Profile 22’s Optima system is perfectly demonstrating the impact it’s having on the market. Ryan Johnson, Managing Director of Emplas says: “Profile 22 and Epwin have taken the feedback from fabricators and installers and brought that in... »
Letter to the Editor -The Beginning Of The End or a New Dawn Dear Ian, The Beginning Of The End or a New Dawn? The industry could be forgiven for reacting with a sense of unease about the recent surge of change in company ownership and brand leaders, acquisitions and closures. Someone even commented last week that it feels like we’re poised on the edge of a cliff reminiscent of 2007, the ... »
Epwin launches Frontier range of composite door leaves October 2017 will see the launch of Frontier, Epwin Window Systems’ new range of composite door leaves. Gerald Allen, Epwin Window Systems’ Marketing Manager, comments: “The composite door market is growing and Frontier will help our customers make the most of the opportunities available.” As you would expect from an Epwin produ... »
South Cheshire Glass uses Spectus Elite 70 frames to create characterful showpiece home Trade and retail installer South Cheshire Glass recently had the opportunity to demonstrate its quality and expertise in a charming property near Nantwich in Cheshire. Graham Saunders, South Cheshire’s General Manager, takes up the story: “Our customers had a delightful property but they wanted to replace the windows and doors to ta... »
National Glass Group welcomes latest member National Glass Group (NGG) has once again expanded its membership, now to six companies, with the introduction of Nova Group, based in Cheshire. Nova Group Limited, with a turnover of over £12 million pounds and founded in 1971, is an established IGU manufacturer in the North West. With this latest addition, the NGG now has a collective... »
Smartglass announce #FridayFlyer initiative SMARTGLASS®, the UK’s most respected and broadest range of conservatory glass, have just launched a #FridayFlyer initiative, which promises a free upgrade to a pre-midday delivery on a Friday. This new initiative is part of a promotion that will last until 20th October for orders, with the last delivery on 27th October, 2017 just before ... »
