UK Glass Manufacturer helps bring the outdoors in at Canadian lakeside retreat Lake Huron House sees local “cabin country” architecture completely reimagined to create a modern family retreat on the banks of one of North America’s five Great Lakes. Taking a contemporary architectural approach, the residence maximises its breath-taking lakeside views, while remaining sensitive to its surroundings and sustainability... »
New ISO Chemie factory investment boost for UK operations ISO-Chemie, a leading foam sealant tape specialist, is investing in its international infrastructure to accommodate expansion and growth plans this year. In a new move, which boosts customer service, the company is constructing an additional warehouse at its factory headquarters in Aalen, Germany, as part of a multi-million pound project... »
D amp I Window Solutions scales up production with Haffner Murat machinery Established domestic fabricator D&I Window Solutions is scaling up its operation with investment in numerous aluminium fabrication machines from industry specialists Haffner Murat. The large-scale investment is a result of D&I Window Solutions’ strategic expansion into trade manufacture. David Saxon, Director of D&I Window Solutions, sa... »
Five upgrades to keep your house warm this winter The average UK home spends around £550 a year on space heating alone. Surely there is a smarter way to invest this money and achieve long-term savings? Leading uPVC windows and doors manufacturer, Euramax, has released an infographic that examines five ways homeowners can improve their home this winter to keep warm, without turning up the heat. ... »
Modplan invests for its next stage of growth Trade fabricator Modplan has just completed a largescale investment in 12 new fabrication machines from Avantek to support its next s e of growth. The machines have been installed across Modplan’s multiple production facilities enabling the company to continue to deliver the outstanding quality and efficiencies that support its customers busin... »
Edgetech s Super Spacer TriSeal SG to enable spectacular new buildings Warm-edge pioneers Edgetech have released the latest in a series of outstanding next-generation spacer bars. Super Spacer® TriSeal™ SG brings the exceptional strength of the firm’s recently launched T-Spacer™ SG to a product designed for manual application. SG stands for ‘structural glazing’ - and like T-Spacer SG, TriSeal SG has... »
CDW Systems adds the Smart Alitherm Heritage Range to its product line While many companies struggled through lockdown, for CDW Systems, the renowned Gloucester based aluminium fabricator, 2020 was a busy year. In response to increasing demand from customers, they’ve added flat roof lights and Designer Doors to their range. Now, they’ve added a third product from Smart Systems to their portfolio – the Sm... »
Edgetech continues to support worthy causes despite the challenges of 2020 Coronavirus has affected every part of society in one way or another – but the charity sector has been especially hard hit. With charity shops around the country ordered to close, and hundreds of critical fundraising events forced to cancel, groups offering vital support to millions of vulnerable people are struggling to survive. p... »
Personalised covid 19 installation policies are a success says Endurance Over 100 personalised COVID-19 installation policies have been produced by Endurance Doors for their nationwide network of Installer Partners, while the remainder have benefitted from the generic version that was distributed back in April last year. Much was done last year by the solid and secure composite door pioneer to support Install... »
Victorian Sliders remains open for business throughout Lockdown 3 Sash window experts Victorian Sliders will be continuing to operate as normal throughout the UK’s third national coronavirus lockdown unless government guidance changes. Over the last twelve months, the Ammanford firm has adapted well to the COVID crisis, and for its 200+ staff, social distancing and other COVID-safe practises have becom... »
Student halls but not as you know them Edgetech excels on stunning Danish project From a bird’s eye view, it looks like a meandering path through a leafy city park. But get a bit closer, and you realise it’s actually a building – one of the most ambitious, spectacular and sustainable buildings Scandinavia has ever produced. BaseCamp Lyngby is a 415,000 square-foot student accommodation block in Copenhagen, Denmark. It... »
Bespoke Lock Package Produced Working with established manufacturer partner FUHR, Carl F Groupco has created a bespoke stainless-steel locking package for Senior Architectural Systems PURe® aluminium door range. Carl F Groupco’s hardware met the fenestration system company’s requirements for quality and innovation for its high-performance door profile, which features an expa... »
A beautiful black Tudor Residence Sussex-based Nuglaze Home Services recently completed a replacement window and door project with Residence 9, in a period home with true Tudor detailing, including leaded top lights, structural corner posts and two oriel bay windows, all in the No.10 Black finish. In years gone by such installations were the domain of timber only and it ... »
Steel Window Association members are fully operational and we are here to help as always The New Year has got off to a start no one expected – so it does not seem right to holler Happy New Year as we always like to do. Yet, we do need to look forward with positivity and hope; and things will get better! The architectural and building world is still moving fast and efficiently despite the challenges; and we are please... »
Garnalex launches Sheerline Prestige Garnalex has launched Sheerline Prestige, its most versatile and thermally efficient aluminium window and door system. Featuring a full depth Eurogroove, Prestige lets fabricators use their existing PVC-U hardware to streamline manufacturing, and is set to help redefine installer expectations in 2021. Offering unrivalled choice, Prestig... »
10 year IFI Rapierstar partnership drives service quality and choice Leading UK hardware distributor IFI is celebrating a decade as a supply partner for Rapierstar fasteners, which are used for window and door manufacturing and installation, as well as in timber and general construction. The Cambridgeshire based company, which is the longest established trading ision of Rapidrop Global, has been supply... »
Remote Selling Only for Installers Installers can only sell remotely during the National lockdown, Certass Trade Association has confirmed. Certass Trade Association has been working with Government to get clarity on as many questions from members as possible regarding what is and isn’t allowed during lockdown. After confirmation that installations can still be carried ou... »
Bigger Brisant adds years of capacity for continuing fast growth Brisant Secure, the hardware house behind Ultion has moved to a new unit which enables it to expand capacity by two-thirds above 2020 operations. The move will secure Brisant’s long-term growth and make room for what the company says are more exciting new products that will change the market. Brisant saw strong growth in 2020, which mor... »
Senior s supply chain success Leading aluminium fenestration solutions provider Senior Architectural Systems has received a supply chain award from main contractor Morgan Sindall in recognition of the manufacturer’s commitment to offering a consistently high and reliable level of service and support. Senior was named as the overall winner of the Morgan Sindall’s nat... »
SWISSPACER adds La Defender Pico balustrade to its range of premium solutions for glass Leading warm edge spacer bar supplier SWISSPACER has extended its range of innovative solutions for glass in the UK with the launch of La Defender Pico, a slimline balustrade system designed for residential applications. La Defender Pico combines stylish looks with easy, one-sided installation. Measuring just 62x75mm, it is an extremely ... »
Raising the roof Can high levels of demand continue into 2021 Owen Thorogood, sales and marketing director for Kestrel, looks back the turbulent months of 2020 and asks whether 2021 will see continued growth for construction. Looking back to the start of 2020, feels like a lifetime ago, up until 24 March who had even heard the word furlough let alone knew what it meant? As the country plunged into ... »
2021 Will See Management Transition Phase At HEGLA UK HEGLA UK’s Managing Director Steve Goble will officially retire from managerial duties from January 2021, to become a consultant for the leading, specialist machinery manufacturer. Steve, who has been responsible for the launch and success of the business over the last 18 years, will guide a new management team in the UK. HEGLA Group’s ... »
Engineered with GRiPCORE Technology DOORCO, the UK’s leading composite door manufacturer, is launching an exciting new addition to their composite door range with a new hybrid door slab engineered using GRiPCORE Technology. This new door has the same GRP skin but with a solid timber core, offering unrivalled results when it comes to tolerance and security. It is also backed up by ... »
Carl F Groupco Boosts Buffer Stocks for Brexit With ongoing uncertainty regarding Brexit, extensive worst case scenario preparations have been made at Carl F Groupco to protect hardware supply, including a 25% increase in stock levels. The company has liaised with its major EU manufacturer partners including FUHR and Roto to ensure buffer stock to support sales. An additional 600,000... »
Ultion delivers weekend orders on Mondays Ultion orders placed over a weekend will now be delivered to customers on Monday. All telephone and on-line orders placed up until 1pm on a Sunday will be with locksmiths and installers ready for the working week. This also includes bespoke orders for keyed alike requirements. Brisant Secure, the hardware house behind Ultion, has a repu... »
New factory to triple production at 6 Day Doors Chigwell Window Centre, the Essex based trade supplier of uPVC and aluminium windows and doors, have invested in a new 36,000 square foot factory in Basildon, tripling their production capacity. Chigwell Window Centre includes 6 Day Doors, the specialist supplier of aluminium bi-folds and patios, who will also be operating from the same... »
Fentrade Aluminium delivers for school renovation project Fentrade Aluminium has recently manufactured and supplied a range of commercial products for a renovation project at Ysgol Pontrhydfendigaid School in Ystrad Meurig, near Aberystwyth. The project involved creating new entrance screens into the main building and various classrooms to improve the school environment for the children. The v... »
An aluminium first Sheerline set up for 3 market leading software systems In an industry first for aluminium, Sheerline fabricators can now use Sheerline’s product database on Business Micros Evolution, First Degree and LogiKal. While it is common for PVC-U systems companies to provide compatibility with multiple software systems, Sheerline is the only aluminium systems company to offer this benefit. Aluminium... »
Glazerite appoints Managing Director for North West Division The Glazerite UK Group Ltd has appointed Darren Rhodes as Managing Director of its North West Division in Bolton. Darren joins the trade fabricator on Monday 11th January 2021. Glazerite Group Managing Director, Robert Brearley says of his appointment: “Darren has extensive senior leadership experience in manufacturing and a passion ... »
Windows specialist launches modular division A leading West Midlands manufacturer of aluminium windows and doors has launched a new ision to take advan e of the huge growth in the construction of modular homes and commercial buildings across the UK. Alex and Rebecca Sutherland, of Birmingham-based Performance Window Fabrications (PWF), are investing heavily in the business and... »
Can modular construction rebuild the UK s high streets In September 2020, Secretary of State for Housing, Communities and Local Government Robert Jenrick, announced the first part of the £3.6 billion Towns Fund. Over 100 towns in England will be given up to £1 million to rejuvenate their centres. Town planners should use the money strategically to make as much of a positive impact on the are... »
F is for flush Bohle has unveiled its new ‘F’ profile for its easy-to-install balustrade system, Vetromount, which offers a flush fit to the edge of the platform. VetroMount has been developed by Bohle specifically for the growing residential market, simplifying installation, eliminating the requirement for specialist tools and reducing fixing costs. ... »
Boing Boing merger to create Central Window Systems Two respected fabricators are set to merge, and bring a more cohesive, consistent service to customers across the Midlands and beyond. West Bromwich-based Central RPL is now one of the Midlands’ largest fabricators of PVC products, fabricating windows, doors and conservatories from the Optima Range by Profile 22. In 2016, RPL’s... »
US University picks innovative products from leading UK glass manufacturer for new Hall of Science Spurring innovation and collaboration between scientists to enhance the student experience was front of mind when American University in Washington DC planned to build a new faculty to house its science programmes. And as the building will be aiding research into topics including climate change, ensuring that the new facility was environ... »
Optimum Guarantees from HEGLA With The Rapidstore Increasing efficiency and output during the current ‘uncertain’ business climate will be a priority for manufacturers, with many companies carefully considering the impact of many things on their business - not least Brexit and coping strategies with the continual impact of the coronavirus. HEGLA regularly evaluates the changing market a... »
A window into modular homes Three million new homes must be built in England over the next 20 years to solve its housing crisis, a report by housing charity Shelter says. Companies manufacturing new-builds in factories possess the ability to speed up the delivery of high-quality, sustainable new housing across the UK. Ilke Homes, who creates up to 2,000 new factory-built h... »
First fire doors off production line for Shelforce Birmingham window and door manufacturer Shelforce has received its first major fire door order – with 210 fire doors set to be supplied and installed to three blocks of flats. The flats – Home Meadow House, Hollypiece House and Coppice House – are located on Pemberley Road in Acocks Green, Birmingham and support retirement and sheltered ... »
Oxfordshire estate boasts more than 1000 steel windows When Steel Window Association member, Cotswold Casements, (www.cotswold-casements.co.uk) was approached to look at a tender for a brand-new housing estate in Oxfordshire, the scale of the project was immediately apparent – over 1000 steel windows! The Station Road Development at Bletchingdon, comprising 61 properties with architecture commissio... »
Ikon appoints new general manager IKON Aluminium Systems, part of the Allumette group of companies, is pleased to announce the promotion of operations manager, Kim Ellis to the role of general manager. Kim joined the business five years ago and, in that time, has gained valuable insight working in a number of roles, giving her a unique perspective on procurement, planni... »
Bedfordshire Windows goes from strength to strength with Haffner Murat Trade and retail fabricator Bedfordshire Windows has just invested in a new TT405 Double Mitre Saw from machinery experts, Haffner Murat. Tom Pitts, Director at Bedfordshire Windows, said: “We saw a dramatic uplift in sales following the first lockdown and we needed to upscale our production fast. Automation gives us the ability to ... »
Are you ready for the new UKCA mark Yale is urging fabricators and installers to ensure they are ready for the new UKCA mark, which is replacing CE marking for products sold in Great Britain. This includes products such as fire-resistant and emergency locks, panic exit devices and door closers. The UKCA (UK Conformity Assessed) marking is the new product marking system tha... »
Fentrade s expertise central to University of Bath refurbishment project Trade aluminium fabricator Fentrade has recently manufactured 13 sets of single and double entrance doors for the refurbishment of the University of Bath’s main campus. The project’s main contractor was Bray & Slaughter and the window contractor was Fentrade customer EWS Façade. Chris Reeks, Director of Fentrade, said: “We were delighte... »
Garnalex expands the Sheerline design team Jonathan Crohill has joined the expanding Garnalex technical team as a Sheerline Project Manager. Jon will be responsible for overseeing and delivering further innovative Sheerline products, expanding on the current window and door range. With 25 years’ experience in the industry Jon brings with him a wealth of knowledge, grounded in pr... »
Thermoseal Group Ramps Up its Warm Edge Production and Increases its IG Component Stockholding Following the purchase of its new 2-acre warm edge production site in Wigan, Thermoseal Group has invested significant additional funds in the extensive reconstruction of the building to accommodate a raft of new equipment to further automate and increase its Thermobar and Thermoflex Warm Edge Spacer production capacity. The new site on... »
Räum ramps up with 25 000 square foot ali factory Dekko, UK glazing’s premier high-end product supplier, has expanded its manufacturing capacity with a new aluminium factory. The 25,000 square foot facility, located close by the fabricator’s main base in Greater Manchester, will allow Dekko to significantly ramp up production of its celebrated Räum range. First launched five yea... »
Builders Merchants sales to builders surge in September Sales to builders by Britain’s builders’ merchants surged in September, with sales up 8.3% compared with September 2019, according to the latest Builders Merchants Building Index (BMBI) report. Q3 2020 sales also increased compared to the same period last year (+1%) and were significantly up on Q2 2020 (+63.2%) when many merchants were c... »
Fresh thinking from Senior Senior Architectural Systems is inviting specifiers to get in touch to discuss how aluminium window systems can help create healthier interiors that can limit the spread of coronavirus through improved natural ventilation. Along with daylighting, the benefits of ensuring an adequate supply of fresh air to boost both the physical and ment... »
Can t wait for PVCu Aluminium windows amp doors available from Abcell in just 3 4 weeks Abcell is encouraging installers to think differently to combat current lead time issues on PVCu products. With WarmCore and AluK windows and doors available from Abcell in just 3-4 weeks, this is the perfect time to push the many benefits of aluminium to homeowners. When it comes to the retail market, aluminium windows and doors have tr... »
Build back greener not just better Following UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s announcement of £350 million in funding to help cut carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions in industry, construction and transport, Yorkshire based windows and doors manufacturer Euramax explains how modular construction could help the country build back greener, as well as better. Th... »
Premislide perfection for school renovation project A trusted German partner for KÖMMERLING, Kaspari GmbH, recently completed a renovation for Middle School Vulkaneifel in the Ulmen community, Eifel region using the PremiSlide and System 76 tilt and turn product platforms. Kaspari installed 105 PremiSlide sliding windows in the classrooms, due to the fact that the opening sashes slide ho... »
Ultion to become a family of premium locks Brisant has developed the Ultion family to provide an Ultion secure solution for all situations. With a focus on extreme security and innovation, hardware house Brisant is announcing two new locks: the Ultion 1* cylinder which is being launched now, and a new Ultion 3* product which will be launched in the new year. The new Ultion 1* cy... »
Customer Data scandal for credit checker big boys One recent news article really highlighted why we shout about customer data security so much. It has come to light that several big players in the credit checking industry have been reckless with their customer’s personal data. A two-year investigation into how Experian, Equifax and TransUnion used personal data for marketing pur... »
Ventrolla the market leading sash window company joins growing property experts RFM Group Leeds, UK: RFM Group, a growing property group specialising in construction, facilities management and maintenance, have acquired Ventrolla a wooden sash window repair, manufacturing and installation business from ERA Home Security Limited a leading supplier of engineered components to the UK door and window industry, for an undisclosed sum. ... »
Window widgets launches new trade counter network Window Widgets have just launched a new Trade Counter Network, that is already looking to boast over one hundred partners in the first few months after launch and in time will spread right across all areas of the UK. Already a business with an unrivalled product range of consumables and ancillaries, this strategic plan to drive new sales... »
Conservation cream from the Residence Collection Clotted Cream R9 windows and doors from The Residence Collection, recently graced a beautiful project in a Staffordshire conservation area, much to the delight of the homeowners. A Grained White internal finish was specified to keep things neutral, featuring polished chrome pear drop handles and black butt hinges. The front elevation of ... »
Gowercroft Joinery joins the Made in Britain campaign Multi award-winning timber windows and doors manufacturer Gowercroft Joinery is teaming up with ‘Made in Britain’ to celebrate its success as a UK business delivering exceptional quality timber window and doors to its customers. The Made in Britain campaign group was formed in 2011 with the aim of supporting British manufacturers, encour... »
A steel window survey from ASWS will save you time and may help secure you the tender With 60 years’ experience as a specialist steel window refurbishment and replacement company, ASWS is offering a valuable survey service to property owners, contractors and architects. Known for their large, prestigious projects in the capital like Bush House and Hackney Town Hall, part of ASWS’s company ethos is the continual support an... »
Milestone firsts in Wrightstyle fire test Wrightstyle, the leading advanced glazing system specialist, has successfully achieved a milestone fire test with international significance. The test at Warringtonfire on one of Wrightstyle’s steel and glass advanced curtain wall systems has breakthrough significance for a number of fire safety applications. The company, which ... »
Carl F Groupco s Service Commitment Reflecting on a year that has been dominated by the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic, Carl F Groupco highlights its commitment to On Time In Full deliveries and customer support. Despite C-19, the hardware distributor has maintained its strong partnership relationships with leading manufacturers and has continued to add new lines ... »
Roto directors reflect on 2020 and look forward to future at online Press Event The operational directors of leading hardware and accessories manufacturer Roto have outlined how they steered the business through the unprecedented events of 2020 and declared the year to be a relative success at the company’s International Press Day. The annual event was being held online for the first time and webcast from Roto headq... »
Selling composite doors just got easier TommyTrinder.com has launched a new composite door module in its ground-breaking Framepoint® sales and quoting app. Developed by installers for installers, Framepoint® now includes photo-realistic designs for all the major composite door manufacturers. “This means installers can just use one app to model windows, front and patio bi-fold doors fo... »
DOORCO Reveals New Glass Collection Leading composite door supplier DOORCO, announces the launch of a new glass collection which will be available to customers from 16th November. The new collection has been created from a widened network of door glass suppliers and contains over 40 styles of decorative glass. “Door glass is now an integral part of a door’s design and... »
Introducing Synergised fully fire rated aluminium decking system from F H Brundle Quality non-combustible aluminium decking is the latest offering in F.H. Brundle’s extensive product range. Tested to EN13501, EN 12823 and EN ISO 1716, the 130-year old firm’s new Synergised decking system achieves A1 and A2fl-s1 ratings. Designed for the UK market, Synergised decking is made from structural-grade 6063 T6 aluminium, an... »
Construction with conservation in mind Inspired by the Italian novel The Baron in the Trees, Bosco Verticale — or Vertical Forrest in English — are two tower blocks situated in Milan, Italy. What makes these structures significant is the abundance of greenery that encapsulates them. To be specific, the towers hold 900 trees, 5,000 shrubs and 11,000 perennial plants. The aim — to elim... »
Glazerite welcomes new member of the Board The Glazerite UK Group Ltd has announced further changes to its senior management team, following the recent appointment of Group Managing Director, Robert Brearley. Mike Johnson, who has been with Glazerite since it was founded in 2000, is to move towards retirement during the course of 2021, with Mark Johnston taking on the role of Group Finan... »
Raise your Prices We are trading in very unusual markets with a surge in RMI retail demand that seems to be proving robust in the face of oncoming economic storms whether that demand persists beyond the tapering of panic and an acceptance that we will have to live with Covid19 as we live with all other viral infections remains to be seen but in any event price ri... »
Energy saving potential of Modern Glazing Bertrange, Luxembourg, November 10, 2020 – In 2030 European buildings would consume nearly 30% less energy if all of them were glazed with high performance glass, according to the latest research commissioned by Glass for Europe. Highly selective, thermally insulating glass is already in Guardian’s portfolio and is widely used i... »
New MACO MKV Shootbolt Supplied by Carl F Groupco Carl F Groupco is proud to announce that it is a stockist for MACO’s new MKV shootbolt. Developed and designed alongside fabricators and installers, the MKV provides advanced window security. Special features of the MKV include a slimmer, smaller 21mm universal backset to cater for all eurogroove depths, enhanced cam design and lower ope... »
Senior brings home the benefits Senior Architectural Systems has delivered a stunning fenestration package for a new affordable housing development in North London. The Williamson Heights high-rise residential scheme in Wembley, has been developed by Peabody and designed by Delta Architects. Comprising two buildings linked by a podium garden, each of the apartments fea... »
15k COVID 19 security investment means it s business as usual for Victorian Sliders during latest lockdown Victorian Sliders, the leading manufacturer of PVC-U sliding sash windows, have announced that they are operating as normal during the second national lockdown, and continuing to deliver sash windows across the UK. The company has invested over £15k in a high-tech COVID-19 prevention system, which passed with flying colours after a rec... »
TriSeal protects priceless manuscripts in ambitious Qatar National Library building Edgetech’s world-renowned Super Spacer has played a crucial role in the construction of one of the Middle East’s most spectacular new buildings. The celebrated product was used to deliver the stunning 5,500 square-meter glass façade of the Qatar National Library. The 42,000 square meter structure is home to over a million books, ... »
Force 8 Brings Their Showroom To You With the present pandemic and a host of ever changing restrictions, visiting showrooms to view new products for your company was difficult; now with the new lockdown it’s a bigger challenge. Without a visit, it makes it difficult to get a hands-on feel for new products, and ordering online or from a brochure before you have even tried the produc... »
Coastal Shapes the Future with a rebrand and new website Following on from a review of their company and brand with brand strategy specialist Benubi, Coastal Group took the plunge at the end of last year to invest in a rebrand and in a new, more advanced ecommerce web platform. Coastal MD Loren comments “We had a growing portfolio of own brand door and window hardware and were concerned n... »
Recovinyl PVC recycling reaches a new high in UK and Ireland The UK and Ireland collected and recycled a total of 143,428 tonnes of waste PVC across all PVC recycling formats in 2019. Within this total, PVC window profiles accounted for 86,057 tonnes, according to latest industry figures. Second only to Germany, the UK’s achievement represents 18.6% of the 771,313 tonnes of waste PVC recycled thro... »
Modplan s dedicated Flush Sash factory reflects business growth Leading trade fabricator Modplan has set up a dedicated factory at its Newport headquarters to the sole manufacture of its Flush Sash windows. The move allows Modplan to further improve its manufacturing efficiencies for this popular product range. Heidi Sachs, Managing Director of Modplan, said: “The popularity of our Flush Sash windows ... »
Growth for sealant tapes in 2021 despite pandemic Strong demand for airtightness and thermal sealing solutions will drive window and door foam tape growth in 2021, predicts Andy Swift, sales and operations manager for ISO-Chemie. He says the market will remain buoyant over the next 12 months despite the continued impact of Covid on the economy and lingering uncertainty around any final ... »
Join Certass for 2021 It’s time to change to Certass. After a challenging year for the industry, Certass Ltd is urging installers to check they are getting meaningful value from their Competent Persons Scheme, as automated annual renewals for other competency schemes are on the horizon. Danelle Kaukau, SME Representative at Certass, says: “We take a fair ... »
Cult knockers from Endurance The ongoing product development programme at Endurance Doors continues to realise stand out offerings and this includes new door knockers from cult hardware manufacturer, Brass Bee. For some consumers, the knocker on a new front door makes a statement, much in the same way as the style and finish chosen. The Door Designer from Endurance ... »
Glass and glazing sector holds residents keys to the perfect home Flooding rooms with natural light is the most sought after feature in what UK residents want in the ‘perfect home’ - pointing towards an opportunity for the glass and glazing sector to support home improvement projects, according to new research by Pilkington United Kingdom Limited, part of the NSG Group. In the manufacturer’s poll of mo... »
Revolutionary multi point locking for W30 W40 and W50TB profiles from Steel Window Association The aesthetics of slimline steel windows are set to be even more stylish and impressive now as Steel Window Association member, Steel Window Fittings, www.steelwindowfittings.com, has launched a range of revolutionary concealed, multi-point locking systems specifically for W30, W40 and W50TB window profiles. Traditionally, slimline-steel... »
Kenrick helps to stamp out opportunist burglaries With the number of ‘sneak-in’ and ‘home invasion’ burglaries increasing as the Coronavirus lockdown continues, Kenrick is urging fabricators and installers to specify high security hardware products to help homeowners protect their homes. Steve Williams, Kenrick’s sales and marketing director, explains: “Many police forces have repo... »
The smart app to control your blinds The Italian company Sunbell have introduced a new feature for controlling their blinds, utilising a mobile app called Ai-Sun it allows for the remote operation of blinds via a mobile phone or tablet. The Ai-Sun app connects through an improved internet enabled central control box, allowing for the easy programming and operation of blinds as requ... »
Framepoint app wins 50 000 order for installer GoldStar The Framepoint® sales and quoting app helped Shropshire installer GoldStar Windows Ltd secure a £50,000 order for windows and doors. Noel Preece, owner of Goldstar Windows used the platform to present to the developer and buyers of two new build plots, thanks to its stunning, detailed visuals. He was told his presentation was by far the best, an... »
Great service and support from Garnalex supports profine in challenging times profine Extrusions UK, the systems company behind WarmCore, recently switched to source its aluminium profiles from Garnalex, the UK-based aluminium extrusions company. profine had been experiencing prolonged supply chain problems from China, but within just a few weeks Garnalex had eliminated the problem and delivered the product. Mate... »
Nobu Hotel Warsaw Timeless elegance meets modern design A new design hotel in the Polish capital is making its mark with extraordinary architecture that combines the Art Deco style of the 1920s with the modern era: the Nobu Hotel Warsaw. Established by Oscar prize winner Robert De Niro, the Japanese chef Nobu Matsuhisa and the entrepreneur Meir Teper, the exclusive 5-star hotel with 117 rooms... »
CWG Choices supply Ultion premium locks as standard CWG Choices, the leading trade supplier of windows and doors, is standardising on Ultion premium locks as “Ultion is synonymous with security”. CWG Choices Managing Director, Chris Powell, explains why they have decided to use Ultion as standard: “As the leading trade manufacturer of windows and doors in the UK one of the reasons we... »
A fade to slate grey for Endurance As the demand for product development and innovation continues in the composite door sector, influential brand, Endurance Doors, has launched a new grained Slate Grey finish, expanding their door slab colours and finishes to twenty, inside and out. An Endurance Door is one that’s made to order, so there are no generic door blanks, but a ... »
Pearl Windows and Yale collaborate on the new signature collection of Composite Doors Yale and Pearl Windows Systems, one of the UK's leading and fastest growing fabricators, have worked together to deliver the Signature ‘Lakes’ composite doors collection. Fitted with a full suite of security hardware from market leaders Yale, the collection really combines stunning aesthetics with home security expertise. Applica... »
Wrightstyle completes Jordan project Wrightstyle, the advanced glazing system company, has completed a tourism project in the Kingdom of Jordan. The contract was for the supply of WSL 50 series FR doors and partitions, providing 120 minutes of fire protection. Wrightstyle’s systems have been installed in a hotel in Ayla Marina Village, close to the Jordanian city of... »
65 Evander Apprentices successfully complete industry specific qualifications thanks to MRG Services Sixty-five apprentices at Evander, the UK’s leading provider of responsive, pre-planned and emergency home services, have just successfully completed their Level 2 and 3 programmes in Fenestration Installation, Glazing, and Fenestration Surveying. The programmes were delivered by industry training experts, MRG. Paul Gray of MRG, said: ... »
Antimicrobial glass ready for launch after obtaining third party verification A new coated glass product designed by the NSG Group to help reduce the transmission of microbes via surfaces in shared spaces and public transport, is ready for launch after its antimicrobial properties were verified through independent third-party testing. The launch of the new glass product, Pilkington SaniTise™ , foll... »
Rooms with a view Combining the aesthetic appeal of traditional steel windows with the high-performance benefits of a modern aluminium system, Ali VU from Senior Architectural Systems has been specified for a new residential development in Liverpool. Designed by John McCall Architects, the five-storey Lister Gardens apartment scheme in Crosby has been ins... »
Force 8 Are Feeling Flush Flush windows have become an extremely popular product in the home improvement market, particularly with homeowners looking for a more traditional look and feel. There are many fabricators now producing these flush products, but there are gaps in the flush range, particularly when it comes to doors. Force 8 is recognised for innovating, and ha... »
Garnalex is Construction Marketing Awards double finalist Garnalex has reached the finals in two categories in this year’s Construction Marketing Awards (CMAs). The all-new aluminium extrusion and systems company is nominated for Strategic Planning and Management and Best Product Launch for Sheerline, its ground-breaking aluminium window and door system. Founded in 2018, Garnalex has made a big... »
Capitalise on six million UK homes with ECOSlide sash windows Britain’s aging housing stock means many of our homes were built in sash windows’ nineteenth-century heyday. That means there are huge opportunities for installers who can help homeowners return their properties to their former glory, argues Victorian Sliders Group Managing Director Andy Jones. Did you know that nearly six million UK hom... »
The Million Dollar Question Andy Jones, Group Managing Director of sash window specialists Victorian Sliders, outlines the extensive investments that have allowed it to make one of Europe’s most respected and affordably-priced sash windows. In my experience, everyone who’s heard of Victorian Sliders will know at least three things about us. We’re based in ... »
Bohle launches new apos smart apos glass surface protection coating A next generation evolution of Bohle’s industry leading BriteGuard® range, BriteGuard® Pro delivers the same powerful protection against grime, stains and dirt, while eliminating three processes. This means that rather than having to apply a surface activator, sealer and finally finisher, all that’s needed is a single application, cutting coatin... »
Roto announces new Anti Viral Technology for window handles Window handles from Roto are now available with a special coating designed to dramatically reduce the possibility of viruses and other pathogens being transferred by touch. The new coating is called Roto AVT, or Anti-Viral Technology. It works in two ways: firstly by preventing viruses from attaching to the surface, and secondly with act... »
Yale DWS adapts connectivity for post lockdown specification practices Yale has broadened its communication opportunities to allow for its straight-forward, industry-leading specification service to continue with new socially distanced working practices. Windows and doors are the most vulnerable part of a building in terms of safety, security, longevity and maintenance, however the hardware of these compon... »
Post lockdown proves to be window of opportunity Leading sash window manufacturer Roseview Windows has gone from strength to strength since reopening after lockdown. The return to work in May saw sales rising rapidly, with an exceptional level of window orders. Current forecasts predict that the number of windows Roseview manufactures this year will at least equal the total for 2019, despite h... »
