Builders’ Merchants’ sales grow 9% despite second lockdown The latest Builders Merchants Building Index (BMBI) report shows that value sales to builders by Britain’s builders’ merchants in November saw their largest year-on-year increase since March 2019, despite stricter Covid-19 restrictions being in place for most of the month. With builders heeding the Government’s directive to keep construction sites open, total sales were 9.0% higher than in November 2019. Year-on-year growth was drive … » more from Builders Merchants Building Index (BMBI) …»
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. When winter approaches and the temperature starts to drop, many homeowners begin thinking … » more from Euramax Solutions …»
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 lockdown, there was a real sense of fear because none of us have been through anything like this b … » more from Kestrel Building Products …»
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 area as possible. Here, Nick Cowley, managing director of uPVC windows supplier Euramax, explores why mo … » more from Euramax Solutions …»
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. The funding, part of the “Build Back Better” campaign, is designed to help combat CO2 emissions and restore the econo … » more from Euramax Solutions …»
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 in modern, energy-efficient buildings. The reduction of energy consumption is one of the key goals defined b … » more from Guardian Glass Europe …»
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 eliminate city smog and improve air quality. So, what can the UK’s construction industry learn fr … » more from Euramax Solutions …»
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 rises are long overdue in a supply chain that doesn’t get the right reward for the work involve … » more from MBA Associates Limited …»
Closer to home Post Office Money claims that UK homeowners have collectively spent £295 billion renovating their homes since 2015. But a study by Independent Network powered by VEKA found that, on average, our homes are five years away from being considered finished. Nick Cowley, managing director at windows and doors manufacturer Euramax, looks at why the UK’s homes seem to be lacking their finishing touches. In VEKA’s survey of 2,000 homeowners, … » more from Euramax Solutions …»
Builders’ Merchants see slower rate of recovery in August Sales to builders by Britain’s builders’ merchants have continued to recover, but at a slower pace in August compared to the previous two months, according to the latest Builders Merchants Building Index (BMBI) report. Although total builders’ merchants’ sales were 3.9% behind August 2019, daily sales were 0.9% above last year’s level when adjusted for the difference in trading days. Some categories continued to perform strongly. … » more from Builders Merchants Building Index (BMBI) …»
The triple-glazing question Do a growing number of centre pane failures in triple-glazed IGUs represent a ticking time bomb for the UK window and door industry? Glass Times talks to Dave Broxton, managing director of Bohle. Although double-glazed units represent the vast majority of installation the number of triple-glazed units fitted in the UK is growing. And so are the number of failures of those units, according to Bohle. This isn’t an issue for the UK a … » more from Bohle Ltd. …»
Builders’ Merchants sales confirm strong V-shaped recovery Britain’s builders’ merchants sales to builders bounced back strongly in the three months May to July, with value sales surging 38.9% ahead compared with February to April, as reported in July’s Builders Merchants Building Index (BMBI) report. Compared with the same three months of 2019 sales were down 13.4% overall, but July sales were only 1.3% below July 2019 and some categories were ahead. Landscaping (+25.4%), Workwear & Safety … » more from Builders Merchants Building Index (BMBI) …»
Revitalising the high street The government announced plans to invest billions of pounds into UK infrastructure to help rebuild the economy. The UK will “Build Back Better”, it claims. The decline of the British high street has been a cause for concern for a number of years, but this new investment could offer a lifeline. Here, Nick Cowley, managing director of aluminium building product supplier, Endurawood, shares insight into how to construct a modern high stree … » more from Endurawood …»
Against the odds Tough, strange, bizarre even, are the words that come to mind when reflecting on those things that are seemingly put in our way and hindering us getting on with a normal life – whatever that is. However, surviving and thriving against the odds is what most people seem to do. For the Fenestration Industry it has led to a shake out and for the most part a shake out of the shaky. For some the shake out is probably no bad thing, just … » more from Fenestration News …»
The Green Homes Grant was a disappointment – but at least we’ve finally got some clarity After a frustrating few weeks, the government has finally confirmed the details of its Green Homes Grant. First announced back in July, the multibillion-pound scheme was billed as a way of boosting the UK economy* in the wake of coronavirus, and accelerating attempts to reach the country’s ambitious 2050 carbon reduction targets. We were told that homeowners were to be offered vouchers worth up to £5,000 to cover two-thirds … » more from Victorian Sliders …»
Coastal Group Providing the right hardware to help you sell more doors and windows A growing number of reports and surveys show customers are not only spending more on home improvements, but also becoming more discerning on the quality of the doors and windows they purchase. With this in mind, many door and window manufac ... »
Vertik-Al - Vertik Al growth sees two new team additions, Powder coating specialist, Vertik-Al has appointed two new specialists to its business improvement and maintenance teams a...»
Euramax Solutions - Modular Group Investments acquires Euramax Solutions Limited, Modular Group Investments has completed the acquisition of Euramax Solutions Limited, a manufacturer of fenestration produ...»
AT Precision Ltd - AT Precision stock up on bi fold hardware to keep lead times to a minimum, Window and door hardware may be in short supply at the moment, but a leading manufacturer of bi-fold door hardware has neu...»
Fentrade Aluminium - Fentrade reports double digit growth in commercial curtain walling, Aluminium trade fabricator Fentrade has reported double digit sales growth for its commercial curtain walling system. ...»
Builders Merchants Building Index (BMBI) - Builders Merchants sales grow 9 despite second lockdown, The latest Builders Merchants Building Index (BMBI) report shows that value sales to builders by Britain’s builders’ merch...»
Deceuninck - Industry first as Deceuninck joins BFRC noise reduction scheme, Demonstrating its commitment to cutting noise pollution, Deceuninck is the first window systems company to sign up to BFRC...»
Euramax Solutions Modular Group Investments acquires Euramax Solutions Limited Modular Group Investments has completed the acquisition of Euramax Solutions Limited, a manufacturer of fenestration products to the construction, modular and leisure markets. Michael Garratt, the founder and CEO of MGI said, em “we inves ... »
ISO-Chemie - 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 expans...»
Modplan Ltd - 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...»
Brisant Secure - 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...»
Boing Boing Group (Central CRC) - 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...»
Roto Frank Ltd - 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 busines...»
Gowercroft Limited - 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 celeb...»
Certass Limited Change to the COVID 19 guidance as regards sales within the home Dear Ian, Yesterday evening (Wednesday 20 January), following numerous discussions with Government departments, we had confirmation on an amendment to the position around selling in the home. This amendment confirms that sales appo ... »
Steel Window Association - 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...»
Certass Limited - Remote Selling Only for Installers, Installers can only sell remotely during the National lockdown, Certass Trade Association has confirmed. Certass T...»
Certass Limited - 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 ...»
Steel Window Association - 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 me...»
FIT Events Ltd - The FIT Show 26th 28th September 2021, FIT Show organisers have announced new dates for its 2021 event, postponing the fenestration industry’s flagship UK event ...»
Vinylplus - VinylPlus Sustainability Forum 2020 CIRCULARVINYL goes virtual on October 15th, Due to the ongoing coronavirus (COVID19) pandemic and concerns about health and safety, VinylPlus® has decided to host the...»
Vinylplus - VinylPlus Sustainability Forum 2020 CIRCULARVINYL, The 2020 edition of the VinylPlus Sustainability Forum themed #CIRCULARVINYL will focus on the key sustainability challeng...»
DOORCO - Letter to the editor Stock Dan Sullivan, Dear Ian There’s been a lot of talk in the press over the last week about lead times and the supply chain and I ha...»
Boing Boing Group (Central RPL) - Time to draw a line in the sand, em Following yet another controversial glazing industry pre-pack administration, Gary Morton of the Boing Boing Group giv...»
Profine UK Ltd - Letter to the media, We are clearly in unprecedented times. However, the glass and glazing industry appears to be facing untold challenges when...»
Euramax Solutions - Letter to the Editor Build back modular, Dear Ian As industry emerges from lockdown, and the closure of infrastructure and construction projects, we are in...»
Edgetech (UK) Ltd - 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...»
GM Fundraising - Sterling generosity from two industry businesses, Industry machinery experts Haffner Murat Ltd and Warrington-based fabricator Sterling Windows, Doors and Conservatories ha...»
FrameXpress - Stuart Pedals for Poppies, Framexpress director, Stuart Green, is pedalling for poppies this November, to raise money for The Royal British Legion. /...»
Glazerite UK Group Ltd - Glazerite chairman John Hewitt raises nearly 80 000 for charity, Glazerite UK Group’s Chairman, John Hewitt, has completed his epic 1,000-mile cycle ride from John O’Groats to Land’s End ...»
Mercury Glazing Supplies Ltd - Mercury Glazing Supplies introduces their new retail brochure, Mercury Glazing Supplies has just published a new retail brochure to help promote their sash windows into the consumer. St...»
Endurance Doors - Endurance publish new customer charter and welcome pack, With customer care at the top end of the agenda for Endurance Doors, the pioneering solid timber core composite door manuf...»
DOORCO - DOORCO Reveals New Glass Collection, Leading composite door supplier DOORCO, announces the launch of a new glass collection which will be available to customer...»
Residence Collection - Updated consumer brochures for every residence, The consumer brochures for The Residence Collection, which includes R2, R7, R9 and RD (Residence Doors), have all been rec...»
Tommy Trinder - Selling composite doors just got easier , TommyTrinder.com has launched a new composite door module in its ground-breaking Framepoint® sales and quoting app. Develo...»
Sunbell UK - 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-S...»
Tommy Trinder - 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 ...»
Masterframe Windows - Masterframe changes course with three new websites, Masterframe, the sash window specialist has launched the first of three new websites, bringing their online image right up...»