VEKA steals the show
VEKA made a successful return to Ecobuild with a large, front-of-house stand inside the main arena. 50,000 people pre-registered to visit the popular show and the VEKA stand, designed in the new corporate style, attracted large numbers of architects,
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Sales are up and Thermoseal Group plans another year of growth
Leading warm edge supplier and the UK’s largest supplier of the widest range of insulated glass sealed unit components, Thermoseal Group, has announced yet another year of growth. - As well as an increase in turnover of 16% in 2008 and 7% in 2009, Th
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Letter to the Editor from Andy Jones.
I was talking to an installer recently when something rather worrying came to light. He was a professional, proactive and successful installer, using all the latest technology to give him an ‘A’ rated window. And he was marketing this fact to give hi
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Copp that
Known to many throughout the conservatory industry, Phil Coppell has just established a new venture. Although a new venture, it’s still in familiar territory, namely conservatory roofs. - Personally responsible for the fabrication of over 40,000 roof
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Glasstalk takes a step upmarket as may date and venue is announced
A new date and venue has been announced for GlassTalk, the glass and glazing industry networking event that has become instantly popular since its launch a year ago. A return to the Midlands will see the event move to Walton Hall near Stratford upon
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Insight Data goes Live
Leading data suppliers to the window industry – Insight Data - are pleased to announce a new online marketing blog for the window industry. - www.insight live. co.uk is packed with the latest hints and tips, insider know-how and money saving ideas to
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Spectus Windows grows senior management team
Spectus Windows has further strengthened its board of directors, with the appointment of David Oliver as sales and marketing director. - David’s background is in communications, and following senior positions at companies including O2 and Carphone W
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NEW Reactive Warm Melt Sealant from Thermoseal Group
Reactive Warm Melt is a new one-part warm applied Polyurethane sealant which is available in the UK exclusively from Thermoseal Group. - This recent addition to the HB Fuller range of edge sealants has many advantages over other insulated glass unit
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Liniar inundated with enquiries for Liniar Energy Plus
Since the launch of Liniar Energy Plus in December 2009, Liniar has been inundated with enquiries from fabricators wanting to know how they can benefit from the next generation, energy efficient window profile. - Liniar Energy Plus pushes the boundar
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Freefoam Plastics (UK) Ltd announce the appointment of new UK National Sales Manager
Freefoam Plastics (UK) Ltd is pleased to announce that Richard Jackson has been appointed as the new UK National Sales Manager. - This is an internal promotion for Richard, a trend that Freefoam UK advocates to build staff loyalty and personal develo
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“Sprint Relationships”
The importance of good relationships with customers is crucial to business success. Knowing your customer and their needs can offer a business both a long term relationship and a mutually rewarding one. - Since forming Sprint Coating Limited over a y
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Edgetech I.G. statement on Glasslam International claims
Edgetech I.G. Prepared to Defend Itself Against Glasslam International's False Accusations - Glasslam International recently sent Edgetech I.G. a copy of a letter addressed to the Federal Trade Commission in which it alleges that Edgetech, the Insula
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All change for Shepherd’s Bush station with Pilkington Planar™
Window shoppers on the way to Westfield White City are now welcomed to London’s largest shopping centre by a stunning new facade at the Shepherd’s Bush Underground station. The refurbishment, installed by Birchdale Glass, uses 500m² of Pilkington Pla
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Ultimate Fab & Fix handle for Savoy Hotel
As part of the £110 million refit at London’s world-famous Savoy Hotel, new steel windows were fitted with the ultimate in bespoke handles supplied by specialist hardware manufacturer Fab & Fix. - The FF04 handles in a 9010 RAL shade of creamy white
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Safer Vee Notching
It’s been a long time since a newly introduced technique has had such a major impact in improving the safety of pvc window fabrication than the New Kombimatec HDX Crucifix Welder. - Generally saws are regarded by the Health & Safety Executive as prov
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Innovative Cutting Wheel with Micro-Structure
Cutmaster Platinum gives glass cutters the edge - 3-3-2010: Bohle is one of the world’s leading innovators of cutting tools and equipment for the glass processing industry, having developed its expertise over more than 90 years. - And from this exper
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Swisspacer exhibits at Fensterbau/Frontale 2010
Leading warm edge supplier Swisspacer is exhibiting at the forthcoming Fensterbau/Frontale 2010. Held in Nürnberg (24-27 March) Swisspacer will be exhibiting its high performance warm edge spacer bar to more than 100,000 visitors. - Swisspacer experi
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SmartGlass International is delighted to announce that Alan Kearney has joined the management team as Sales Director.
Alan has a wealth of experience and has been selling into the International construction markets for over 25 years. He holds a master’s business degree specialised in International selling and will bring the required level of expertise to the manage
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Duraflex calls for common sense!
When recently asked by a fabricator for an A6 rating because the competition was promoting an A5, we at Duraflex thought it was about time to put the record straight: - In the current market, there’s no denying it’s tough out there for all of us: sys
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Talent Management
How far down your organization do you think talent goes?
If you accept that competitive advantage relies on the recruitment and development of a team that routinely performs at a high level then talent management is a key business skill. - Strategy
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BPF revamps PVCaware.org site for specifiers and consumers
Online resource PVCaware.org has been re-designed and re-launched by the British Plastics Federation at Ecobuild in a move to become the expert information centre for those buying PVC-U windows. - Emphasis is on showing what has made PVC the number o
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Roseview’s uPVC Sash Windows Lead The Way For Commercial Projects
Despite the difficult economic climate, Roseview Windows’ (www. roseview .co.uk) commercial arm have shown that there is still a strong market for uPVC sash windows on commercial projects. Two recent high-profile Roseview commercial jobs – one new-bu
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Network VEKA supports launch of safe French door innovation
Network VEKA is currently supporting entrepreneurs David Halliday and Michael McGrory in promoting their innovative new product 'Sunbreeze'. It effectively secures open French doors, preventing them from blowing shut and causing injuries. - Michael e
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Record growth for WINDOWparts
WINDOWparts Ltd, the Luton – based distributor of hardware and accessories for the double glazing and locksmith markets has reported a record year of growth. - General Manager Danny Basden said: “WINDOWparts reached its year end at the end of Februar
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Network VEKA goes for the glossies in new consumer campaign
Network VEKA is targeting millions of households every month in a new consumer advertising campaign aimed at taking its values and promises straight to the homeowner. - The ads combine the message of quality and peace of mind with snooker ace Steve D
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Conservatory Outlet network expands with third showroom for Clearview
Claiming to be the North West’s most successful conservatory retailer, Conservatory Outlet dealer Clearview Home Improvements has added a third showroom as part of its strategy to boost sales this year by 25%. - Ideally located on a new Warrington re
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Diamonds are forever with NWL
North Western Lead Co has added to its already popular Dichroic Decra Bevels collection with the launch of its eye-catching new Diamond Dichroic Bevel. A first for the market from NWL, the new Diamond Dichroic Bevel brings a shimmering golden quality
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FUX at Fensterbau
Possibly the World’s best window fabrication show. - FUX will be using Fensterbau to showcase a number of new products for the Profile Bending and Profile Lamination markets. - Lamination products include an automatic foil changing and splicing syste
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Garrard broadens Kenrick range
Garrard Windows, the largest trade supplier of Eurocell PVC-u windows in the South, has expanded the range of locking systems it takes from Kenrick. - Garrard Windows has used the Kenrick Centurion four point locking system as standard on its Eurocel
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Ecobuild: PVCaware.org shows how old PVC can be used in new windows not landfill
Visit Ecobuild 2-4 March 2010, Earls Court London, stand: 1255, British Plastics Federation, PVCaware.org, to see one of first windows made from recycled PVC-U. - Call Jon Skinner on m 07808 092169, a PVC-U windows expert, on the day to meet and find
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Balcony Systems returns to Grand Designs Live exhibition
Balcony Systems returns to Grand Designs Live in May for the third year running. The stand will feature Balcony’s leading range of curved patio doors, balustrades and Juliette balconies to show how these innovative products add the ‘wow’ factor to an
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Liniar launches Thermal Dam for exceptional U-values
Liniar, the manufacturer of the UK’s most energy efficient window system, has added an extension to its range. - Liniar’s Thermal Dam (Patent UK0921163) has been designed specifically to meet PassivHaus recommendations. It helps fabricators achieve a
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Fab & Fix showcases Form & Function at Fensterbau 2010 - Hall 1/1-238
True to its principles of ‘Form & Function’, Fab & Fix will be showcasing its extensive range of perfectly matching window and door hardware, designed to meet the demands of 21st century fenestration products, in Hall 1/1-238 at this year’s Fensterba
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REHAU heritage vertical sliders delight homeowners
Astraseal installer PS Home Improvements received such positive feedback on an installation carried out in the REHAU Heritage vertical slider system that it was entered into the FENSA Installation of the Year awards. - The owners of a Victorian prope
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Peninsula Home Improvements team up with the BBC’s DIY SOS
A production team from the popular BBC TV programme, DIY SOS visited Anglesey recently to film a project to help a local family in distress. A number of local companies became involved, including Peninsula Home Improvements. - The week-long renovatio
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VEKA plc joins Burnley Bondholders
Burnley-based system supplier VEKA plc, has eagerly taken on a new opportunity to help promote its hometown. - The Burnley Bondholder scheme is bringing together local businesses to support the growth and development of the area as a sophisticated ce
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New Product Exclusive at ‘Journey to C’
Edgetech is pleased to announce that delegates to its ‘Journey to C’ workshops to help fabricators and installers achieve a ‘C’ Window Energy Rating to comply with the proposed Building Regulations, will also get an exclusive look at the innovative S
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Glasslam files Federal Trade Commission complaint against Edgetech
The report below is just as much at home in the UK as it is in the USA, and is a warning that one man’s level playing field is another’s coercive monopoly. - A body or group trying to leverage a trading advantage without a straight forward way of def
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Swisspacer expands sales office team to offer first class service as demand soars
As sales of Swisspacer’s leading warm edge spacer bar continue to soar globally and in the UK, Swisspacer has expanded its sales office team. - Mirjam Wolter and Johanna Greibig will be responsible for general sales office duties at Swisspacer includ
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Get Britain Building welcomes VAT report as “important step” towards tax reduction
The Get Britain Building (GBB) campaign has thrown its weight behind a new report – produced by the Cut the VAT Coalition – on the effect of cutting VAT for housing repair, maintenance and improvement (RMI) as an important first step in convincing th
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Haffner announces new product development to support fabricators
Haffner GB Ltd has just announced the latest development to its market-leading SBA machining centre. The new development allows fabricators to cut all 90 degree cills up to an impressive 210mm cill. The development further extends the machine’s fabri
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Maco keep it under their hat
Listening to their customers has long been one of Maco’s strengths; factor in innovation, quality control and attention to detail, then you have the makings of an excellent industry partner. The company’s latest development fulfils the above descript
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Call for Glass Employers to shape qualifications
New website set to increase employer involvement in vocational reform - Proskills, the Sector Skills Council for the Process and Manufacturing sector today called on Glass and Related Industries employers to shape the future of vocational qualificati
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New website from Hurst
The new website from Hurst Plastics – www.hurst- plastics.co.uk – showcases one of the widest ranges of door panels and composite doors available on the market today. - Designed with both domestic and trade users in mind, the easy to navigate site ad
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International partnership in 3D
When it came to the development of heat reflective door skin technology, 3D Laminates worked with European partners Röchling and Hornschuch and the result was CoolSkin, which is now used by over 75% of the leading door panel companies in the UK. - Fo
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Innovation drives expansion and growth for Phoenix Door Panels
Product innovation is driving expansion for Phoenix Door Panels, one of the UK’s fastest-growing door manufacturers, which has opened two new composite door manufacturing sites close to its Cambridgeshire headquarters. - Rising sales of its composite
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RALco ready to solve hardware problems
Rob Lawrence, formerly Managing Director of a major European hardware manufacturer, has launched a new company - RALco UK. - RALco offers fabricators a comprehensive set of hardware solutions. Whether it’s PVCu, aluminium or timber, RALco can provide
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Double ‘A’ rating for Kömmerling
Finesse PVCu and Alexander Windows, two of Kömmerling’s longstanding customers have both achieved an ‘A’ rating on the Connoisseur system and with it, have become part of a small number of companies that offer a proven and energy rated lead-free wind
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Prospects for The North American Profile Industry in 2010
AMI is pleased to announce the program for the 9th AMI international conference on construction Profiles 2010, to be held June 2-3, 2010 at the Hilton City Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, United States. The conference brings fresh reports on the state of
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Roto at fensterbau/frontale 2010
Roto returns to fensterbau/frontale with an abundance of product developments as well as a look back in celebration of a milestone. - 2010 marks the company’s 75th anniversary. In German, the theme for the Roto stand is Zukunft hat Herkunft – “The Fu
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Fast KAT
KAT UK ALUMINUM Division has recently commissioned WMD (Yorkshire) Ltd to install a CNC Bead Saw into their factory based in Hazel Grove, Stockport to further improve their lead times for Aluminium Product. - Carol Sherlock General Manager for KAT Al
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It’s a Pirate’s Life for ERA Products
ERA Products, The Door Lock People, are helping the Pirates of Poole to set sail in the forthcoming ‘Harry Paye Charity Row’ which hopes to raise £30,000 for five charities. Thanks to a donation of £4,000 from the door and window lock suppliers, the
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Vista acquires the assets of Timberlike Doors
Vista Group Plc has recently acquired the assets of Timberlike Doors Ltd after the company went into administration. - Timberlike’s range is manufactured using a solid timber core protected by a PVCu skin which is then edge banded. All materials use
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Management Buy Out of Synseal Ltd
24 February 2010 -The management team of Synseal announced today that it has purchased the share capital of Synseal Extrusions and Allerford Holdings from Gary Dutton MBE for an undisclosed sum. - The successful culmination of several months of negot
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Solaglas returns to Regional Shows
Solaglas has confirmed stands at the G10 Regional shows in Birmingham and Wembley. Following the success of last year’s exhibition, the leading sealed unit manufacturer will return this year to showcase SGG EcoClear®, the best energy efficient sealed
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Thames Valley Window Company’s success with Apeer
The Thames Valley Window Company switched to New World’s Apeer soon after its launch in 2004 even though it had been selling other brands composite doorsets for 17 years. - “We give our customers the best products and the best service, and we do it d
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Latium Building Products Announces All Round Success
Latium Building Products, which incorporates the Kestrel, BCE and Celuform brands of PVC-UE building products, has announced its end of year results and seen success on all counts. Sales and Marketing Director, Tony Crutcher explains: “We’re thrilled
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Letter to the Editor - Tony Pickup in response to John Ogilvie
John Ogilvie, Managing Director of Network VEKA has written a letter to press to correct the Double Glazing & Conservatory Ombudsman Scheme’s earlier release which states that, “until now the consumer has had no adequate protection from bad practice
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Edgetech I.G. Exclusive Distributor for Sparklike’s Revolutionary Technologies
Edgetech I.G. has announced that it has entered into an agreement with Helsinki based Sparklike Ltd. to be the exclusive distributor for the Gasglass argon and krypton gas detector and Spyglass glass analyzer in the UK, continental Europe, America a
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New brochure launched by ‘In-Line Sliders’
Swansea based In-Line Sliders has recently launched a striking new product brochure, which highlights key benefits of the Patio Door range. Major product developments have taken place on the sliding doors available from the company including the int
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Sash sets the scene for Aussie TV series
It was November ‘96 when Grimethorpe made its big screen debut in the British film Brassed Off. Now, almost fourteen years later, Sash UK has thrust a small part of Grimethorpe back into the limelight of an Australian television series. - This unlike
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Conservatory heaven with Pilkington Cervoglass™
Pilkington Cervoglass™ Conservatory roof glazing is now available with U-value of 1.1 to achieve the ultimate in low emissivity together with solar control and self-cleaning for conservatories. - Market-leading conservatory roof glass units, Pilkingt
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Door-Stop steps up to 400 doors a day
Door-Stop International customers have responded to the versatile side panel launched in January with orders for doors breaking through the 400 a day ceiling during February. Most of the doors bought online are complete door sets. - Nick Dutton, Door
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The best just got better:
Saint Gobain Glass unveils SGG PLANITHERM TOTAL+, "quite simply the most energy efficient glass there is" - Saint-Gobain Glass has announced the launch of the next generation of its hugely popular SGG PLANITHERM TOTAL product, making it easier than e
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Popularity of Pilkington Energikare™ explodes with part L
As part of the Pilkington energiKare™ range, sales of Pilkington Optiwhite™ sky rocketed by over 300% in 2009 highlighting the demand for energy-efficient glazing amongst window companies and homeowners. This demand looks set to increase again in 201
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Roseview succeeds in a tough sash window market
There's no doubt that 2009 was a tough year for the industry, and recent high-profile problems for some large sash window suppliers show that even this niche market isn't immune. However, one company has bucked the trend, confirming their position as
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‘holier-than-thou’ verbal scuffles ?
It is not our practice to become embroiled in ‘holier-than-thou’ verbal scuffles but we must take issue with a specific allegation made by Tony Pickup of DGCOS (letters, 9 Feb) when he claims: “Until now the consumer has had no adequate protection fr
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Wanted: dealers and installers for valuable Balcony leads!
Balcony Systems Ltd, one the UK’s leading supplier of curved patio doors, balustrades and Juliette balconies, is seeking new dealers and installers for its fast growing network. Effi Wolff, Managing Director of Balcony Systems, explains: “The demand
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MRA Marketing to open new doors for Door-Stop
MRA Marketing is delighted to announce its latest new account: Door-Stop International. The award-winning PR agency, which specialises in helping companies grow in construction and home improvement markets, will bring in-depth understanding of the do
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Double R Glass & Roofing Systems Ltd joins Super Spacer Dealership
Edgetech, the only dedicated manufacturer of Warm Edge Technology in the UK, is pleased to welcome Double R Glass & Roofing Systems Ltd to its Super Spacer Dealership Network. Double R has always prided itself on its attention to detail but also on i
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'Seniors Launch Hybrid - Series 2'
Following in the footsteps of the award winning and highly successful Hybrid system from Senior Architectural Systems comes a new streamlined product designed with specifiers in mind. ‘Hybrid Series 2’ offers slim sight lines and a harmonious balance
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Trust Truframe to lead the way to “C”
Truframe, the UK’s largest independent Duraflex fabricator, is making sure its customers are in pole position for the October changes to Part L of the Building Regulations by offering a choice of ‘A’, ‘B’ and ‘C’ rated glazed windows, some 9 months a
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Who says the industry has a bad reputation?
If you are expecting to learn something, gain greater insight or find support on how the industry should go forward together, you have come to the wrong place. We love ironies, have conversations that you will either understand or just not get, at t
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‘Seniors Have Concorde Covered’
Concorde first flew in 1969 and enjoyed passenger service for over 30 years ending in 2003. Only 20 aircraft were ever built and it still remains today the fastest passenger aircraft ever to see active service. In many ways the aircraft was ahead of
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Network VEKA launches new website
Network VEKA has launched a new website as one of several powerful marketing and lead-generation initiatives planned for the coming year. - The respected standards organisation has reinvented its corporate website for consumers to enjoy easier naviga
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‘Feel the Quality and the Texture’
Powder coating is often specified in either gloss or matt finishes to suit the specification and application. The levels of gloss maintained during the life of the product forms part of the guarantee provided by the Powder Coater. Only high quality,
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Shepley Windows achieves secured by design approval
Shepley Windows has achieved Secured By Design (SBD) certification on its French doors as well as its windows in both REHAU S706 and REHAU Edge 70mm systems. - The Shepley frame and hardware combinations have been approved under the police backed ini
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Selecta – Leading from the Front
Much has been written about the merits or otherwise of lead-free profile. Whether or not it is considered a gimmick, the fact of the matter is the industry is bound by the Vinyl 2010 voluntary commitment to reduce the consumption of lead stabiliser i
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Avocet’s ABS Snap Secure Cylinder beats the burglars!
Avocet Hardware’s market leading ABS Snap Secure Cylinder is already foiling would-be burglars. Following an attempted burglary in Wibsey, Bradford, local Police officers were accompanied by an engineer from Community Action and Support Against Crime
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Green shoots, great results
The latter half of 2009 saw a number of new fabricators come on board for Kömmerling and the prospects for 2010 look even better as the PVCu window and door industry moves towards lead-free profile. - Fabricators such as Fit Strong, SA Trade Frames a
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Solaglas ‘astounded’ by revolutionary window industry prospect database
Leading data providers to the window industry – Insight Data – are pleased to announce that Solaglas - the largest distributor, repairer and installer of glass systems in the UK - have signed up to SalesTracker, the world’s first online prospect dat
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Manufacturing Investment Brings Extra Benefits to Coatings
Yorkshire-based Sash Timber have invested in state-of-the-art finishing technology which brings practical, aesthetic and environmental benefits to their range of timber doors, windows and conservatories. - Designed by specialists in high performance
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Fensterbau debut for Paddock
Manufacturers of Britain’s best selling Lockmaster and premium brand Millenco multi-point door locks, will be making their first appearance at the world renowned Fensterbau Frontale exhibition, being held in Nurmeburg this year between the 24th to t
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BFRC A ratings from Dessian promise new opportunities for customers
Dessian Products has added BFRC A rated windows to its package of product and service offerings for trade customers throughout the UK and Ireland. -
The Belfast based fabricator is now offering A rated casement windows in both the REHAU Tritec and
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Pineapples are top
Customer satisfaction has never meant so much for Louise and David Howard, customers of Pineapple Systems. - Following the successful installation of their brand new conservatory, part of an extensive renovation project at their beautiful stone cotta
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Glazed flat roof combo to go
Climax Windows, a Roof Assured Registered Installer, recently completed an impressive project that combined the long lasting performance of a Sarnafil flat roofing system, with the elegance of Quantal glazing bars and glass roof units. - The project
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Tuffx conservatory glass adds more colour to the conservatory roof glass sector
Once again, pioneering conservatory roof glass manufacturer TuffX Conservatory Glass has stormed onto the market with innovative options for customers. In an industry first, the company is now the only one in the UK to manufacture three colours of h
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Luxury development in Sandbanks features REHAU PVC-U windows
More than 50 windows in the REHAU S706 system and three doors feature in a prestigious new development built in one of Britain’s most exclusive addresses. - ‘Alycone’ is a new build project by Manor Homes in Shore Road, Sandbanks which comprises four
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Successful launch for Avocet’s Affinity Easy Fit 3D Hinge
The Affinity Easy Fit 3D Hinge is one of Avocet’s most popular product launches. To date, 22000 units have been sold since its January launch. The popularity of the Affinity Easy Fit 3D Hinge is due to its innovative design which makes it quicker, e
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Customers get more support from Crystal
National trade fabricator Crystal Direct adds to its customer service by stocking its lorries with accessories such as white and brown silicone/sealants, superglue, Fischer bolts, window fixing screws and painters’ caulk. The new service provides ins
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New plated finishes for Mila ideal flag hinge
Mila Hardware has announced a new range of plated finishes for its Ideal Flag Hinge. - The hinge, which was launched last year in white, brown and light oak powder finishes, has proved so popular that Mila has extended the range to meet the demand fr
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Letter to the Editor - Tony Walsh, Chairman, Freefoam Plastics
On January 15th, 2010 you published a letter from Sean Cockett, Kestrel. - Under the guise of clarifying what products can or can’t be used, he managed to confuse your readers, mixing facts we know and can verify, with material inaccuracies which sup
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Mila Maintenance goes the extra mile for Glasgow students
Mila Maintenance’s reputation for going the extra mile for its customers was demonstrated recently at the University of Strathclyde where timber pivot windows in student accommodation blocks required repair and refurbishment. - Mila Maintenance had c
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Oldest Architectural Roofing and Glazing Company Appoints The Phoenix Partners
The oldest architectural metal roofing and glazing company in the country is marking its 185th anniversary with the appointment of The Phoenix Partners to handle all its Public Relations. - Leicester based Norman & Underwood has appointed the Sileby
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The first two MCS Certificates issued by the BBA
The Clearline Solar Collector range from Viridian Solar (Certificate 0001) and TopSola TSM-160M Solar Photovoltaic Modules from MAP Environmental (Certificate 0002) are the first to be issued with UK Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) Certifi
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Conservatory Outlet sales leads 46% up for January, despite the snow
Despite appalling weather that disrupted sales activity for much of January and virtually wiped out installation work, Conservatory Outlet’s proactive online lead generation activities managed to generate more than 1250 sales leads in January, a rise
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New fleet for Homeline
Homeline Building Products, the environmentally friendly roofline manufacturer, has recently invested in a brand new fleet to service its customers across the UK & Ireland. - 4 new articulated lorries have been purchased by the company to add to the
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Conservatory Outlet dealers vote for more networking events
At the end of the Conservatory Outlet Dealer Conference held recently those attending asked for the event to be a regular feature of the calendar, with some key decisions having been made that stamped their mark on what is regarded by many as Britain
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New SFS intec hinge colours expand door style potential
SFS intec has added two new standard colour options for its Dynamic 2D hinge to offer door fabricators the scope to create visually appealing, fully coordinated PVC-U and composite doorsets in popular colours. - The company has introduced traditional
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