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AluK targets premium market with F82 relaunch
AluK is relaunching its Luminia F82 bi-fold system aimed at customers who want to tap into the £250bn savings which the Bank of England...Decalu gains Max Vision slim interlock
Deceuninck Aluminium has added Max Vision, a 53mm slim-interlock option to its Decalu163 Lift-and-Slide aluminium patio door. The system can accommodate individual sash weights of...Morley adds symmetry with SV+
Integral blinds manufacturer Morley Glass & Glazing has launched the SV+, a symmetrical version of its ScreenLine SV (sliding venetian) Uni-Blind system with the...Doorco launches FLiP cassettes
Doorco has introduced of FLiP, a door cassette system with Foam in Place technology. MD Dan Sullivan explained: “It is an exciting development. Not only does...Eurocell adds options to Equinox range
Eurocell’s Equinox warm tiled roof solution for conservatories has been enhanced with new upgrade options. A new 25° fixed angle soffit ring beam option provides...
- Projects
A home for history in Doncaster
South Yorkshire based Senior Architectural Systems has helped make local history by playing a key role in the construction of the new Danum Gallery,...‘A quartet of criteria at Citylabs, Manchester
Two types of curtain walling by Kawneer met a quartet of criteria for a new building at the gateway to what is said to...Nehemiah Housing, Wolverhampton
The Optima Fully Sculptured system from Profile 22windows were chosen for the refurbishment of 38 residential properties for the Nehemiah Housing Project in Wolverhampton, West Midlands. Walsall-based...Winframer wins with Coventry homes upgrade
The Winframer thermal insulating and load bearing bracket support system from Iso-Chemie has been specified as part of energy efficiency improvements to a number...‘The world’s largest smart glass installation’
SageGlass electrochromic glass from Saint-Gobain has been chosen to create what is said to be the world’s largest smart glass installation, at Rio Business...
- Fabricator Focus
Granada launches Scottish secondary glazing facility
Granada Secondary Glazing has opened a dedicated operation in Scotland to provide specific secondary glazing solutions north of the border. The company’s Mike Latham said:...Devon and Cornwall Windows goes for Stellar
Devon and Cornwall Windows has begun manufacturing Stellar, the triple award-winning aluminium window and door system from Epwin Window Systems. Owner Adam Page said: “With...Sternfenster sees ali demand more than double
Sternfenster has closed Q1 with a 101% year-on-year increase in demand for its aluminium products, with 83% increase in March alone. Sales director Nathan Court...Fentrade invests
Fentrade has announced further investment in its operations including a new manufacturing unit aimed at doubling the aluminium trade fabricator’s output capacity. Director Chris Reeks...Disability employer Shelforce set for TV spotlight
Shelforce, the specialist fabricator employing a 75% disabled workforce is set to feature on ITV’s Made in Britain this week featuring its policy of...
- People
Michael Williams going up to AluK MD
Michael Williams has been announced as the new Managing Director at AluK and successor to Justin Hunter. He joins the company from more than 30...Matthew Kelly joins Central as ops director
Central Window Systems has appointed Matthew Kelly as Operations Director. Before joining Central, he spent seven years as executive plant manager at Pollard Windows in...Mila returns with sales team boost
Mila has promoted National Sales Manager Julie Holmes to a new role as Head of Sales and recruited Ryan Holmes as Area Sales Manager...Andy Russell joins Garnalex
Garnalex has appointed Andy Russell as Technical Services and Support Director to work with the Sheerline system’s network of fabricators. Andy, who has been in...Four more join Insight
Data supplier Insight Data has appointed four new members to its team. Former senior marketing executive Charlotte Kenny has joined the Email Marketing team, while...
- Glass
AGC Glass Europe unveils www.agc-yourglass.com
AGC is launching a new product websiteto serve as a ‚fully integrated hub guiding visitors to relevant AGC products and services based on each...Glass Futures names designer for ‘world’s first’ research furnace
Stara Glass SpA, based in Genoa and part of the Hydra SpA group, has been appointed by Glass Futures to design the 30tonne/pd experimental...Warnings of global shortfall in laminate supply
Warnings have been issued of ‘severe and immediate disruption’ to the global supply of laminates, leading to likely shortages this summer. The message came from...Saint-Gobain assures long-term UK supply with £30m Eggborough rebuild
Saint-Gobain Glass this week began work on £30m rebuild of its Eggborough manufacturing unit, including a new float glass furnace, which it says will...Video explains Covid-reducing power of photocatalytic glass
AGC Glass Europe had published a video to support research findings that Covid-19 viral particles stay active for a shorter time on Planibel Easy...
- You Say
Are apprenticeships working?
From: David Thornton, Chairman, The Window Company (Contracts) The skills shortage might have slipped down the agenda a bit over recent months while the industry...Supply chains and price increases
From: Mike Parczuk, managing director, Sternfenster I speak to our installers every day. ‘Exhausted’, ‘stretched’, ‘frazzled’, probably describe how they feel best. We’re in a boom...Queen’s Speech – FMB responds on Net Zero, skills and planning
From: Brian Berry, Chief Executive, Federation of Master Builders The Queen’s Speech outlined the building blocks for recovery in the construction sector, but these measures...The prefect storm: be patient
From: Richard Gyde, Managing Director, Mila It was six months ago that I first wrote to the press to sound an early warning about the...‘#ICommit – Inspiring The Future’
From: Stephanie Tague, Head of Building Our Skills Two-weeks into the launch of the Building Our Skills #ICommit – Inspiring the Future campaign, I am overwhelmed with...
- Awards
Family joinery scoops Fensa top install trophy
A ‘truly outstanding’ installation by timber window specialist Nathan McCarter Joinery has been named Fensa Installation of the Year 2020. The job by the Tavistock-based...Wheeldon rates Frame Fast
Frame Fast UK has gained a Seal of Excellence award from developers Wheeldon Brothers for its work on The Dial new build development in...Thermoseal joins top 200 Sunday Times Fast Trackers
Thermoseal Group has been placed in the twelfth annual Sunday Times HSBC International Track 200 league table with a No96 ranking in recognition of...Schüco Excellence Awards open for entries
Applications are now being invited for the eighth annual Schüco Excellence Awards for Design and Innovation, with the event, again hosted by architectural designer...‘Stand-out’ Stafford scores with Endurance
The Door Company Stafford is the latest installation company to be crowned Installer of the Month by Endurance Doors. Endurance head of sales and marketing...
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- Hardware
Bohle updates Alva self-closer
Bohle has launched an improved version of the Alva self-closing hydraulic patch fitting, for the controlled operation of glass doors. The update is said to...ICAM Locking System from Winlock
UK door and window hardware manufacturer Winlock Security has introduced the ICAM Locking System. The ICAM technology is PAS 24 accredited, offers flexibility during manufacturing...Rapierstar teams with Dart in exclusive deal
Window and door fastener supplier Rapierstar has become exclusive supplier to the door and window sector of Dart products including HSS ground twist drill...Double cam window lock from Era
Era has introduced a new Double Cam Window Lock said to simplify fabrication and installation. Exceeding PAS 24 requirements, the Double Cam Window Lock features...Total adds three with SBD
Three of Total Hardware’s most popular products have achieved Secured by Design Status, the company has announced. They are the Duration Friction Stays, including the Standard,...
- Internet / I.T
CGI casement animation launches virtual showroom plan for Sternfenster
Sternfenster has unveiled a 3600 CGI animation of its Smart Alitherm 300 casement offer, in what the company says is the first in a series...Real-time data dashboard added
Business Pilot has launched a new dashboard giving installers instant access to real-time data on how each individual area of their business is performing...Rehau ‘brings demand and supply closer together’ with Connect
Rehau has developed Rehau Connect, a project platform where tradespeople can collaborate and create a personalised quote with company logos. A 3D visualiser enables users...Virtual Home addition for Touch Vendor
The Touch Vendor lead generation and quoting software from the Business Micros Group has been upgraded with the addition of Virtual Home, a new...Customers cite data quality as main reason for choosing Insight Data
Feedback from customers of Insight Data shows quality data as their prime reason for choosing the provider. customer and industry intelligence was also highly valued,...
- Security
Carl F adds Fuhr autotronic 834
The Fuhr autotronic 834 lock has been added to the range of SmartSecure electronic door locking and access control products from Carl F Groupco. The...Era adds WindowSense to smart alarm range
Era has introduced WindowSense, a wireless integrated sensor that alerts homeowners to attempted intrusion via the windows when connected to the Era Protect Alarm...Heritage goes for Kubu
Shrewsbury-based Heritage Glass has become the latest installation company to become a Kubu installer, supported by its manufacturing partner CWG Choices. The company will look...Hörmann gains SBD for garage door range
Hörmann UK is claiming a first with the award of Secured by Design accreditation as standard on its LPU 42 and LPU 67 automated...Orion addition
VBH has added the new Orion 3 star barrel to its family of greenteQ profile cylinders. Orion is tested to TS007, meaning it offers full...
- Standards
VBH in early for new Kitemark
VBH is among the first companies to be awarded the new BSI Kitemark in respect of Building Hardware used in Windows and Doorsets. The hardware...Security accreditation for thermal commercial door
Jack Aluminium has announced that its TD68 thermal commercial door has passed STS202 – BR2 testing, with a new hardware offering on a 2.5m...Liniar adds PAS24 option to Modlok patio system
Innovation can take many forms. For Liniar, this means launching new, cutting-edge products and continually improving its existing product range to be more efficient...DHF hosts UKCA webinars
The Door & Hardware Federation has launched a series of bespoke webinars on UKCA marking, which replacing CE marking following Brexit.Specifically tailored for members...PAS24 gain for AT Precision
Aluminium bi-fold hardware supplier AT Precision has passed the PAS 24:2016 test for all the products it offers. The company sells to over 100 fabricators...
- Training
Growing vacancies in a shrinking industry reveal the urgency of the skills gap
The urgency of the skills gap in fenestration was brought into focus this week with two separate reports indicating at the same time a...BOS targets military with FrontFoot partnership
Building Our Skills Choice has signed a partnership with FrontFoot, a specialist body reintroducing service personnel into mainstream industry. The initiative comes soon after BOS...Cornwall pledges ten apprentices this year
Cornwall Group has pledged to create ten new apprenticeships before the end of this year as part of its continuing commitment to support the...‘Talent scheme to remain free for at least a year’
The Construction Leadership Council has confirmed that the Construction Talent Retention Scheme is to remain free for all construction and associated businesses and candidates...More careers targeted in new skills partnership
Building Our Skills had broadened its range of career apprenticeship support by teaming up with the Learning Skills Partnership with the aim of attracting...
- Environment
VinylPlus sets the path for the next decade
The next ten-year Commitment of the European PVC industry to Sustainable Development will be launched at the VinylPlus Sustainability Forum next month, hosted live...Govt scraps Green Homes scheme after less than 10% take-up – but skills funding unaffected
The Government has scrapped the Green Homes Grant voucher scheme for householders just six months after its launch and only days after Parliament’s Environmental...More pressure to extend Green Grant as Environmental Committee warns of Net Zero roadblock
Parliament’s Environmental Audit Committee has backed calls for the Green Homes Grant to be extended beyond the end of this month as well as...Kömmerling and Profine gain VinylPlus tag
partner companies can now use the VinylPlus product label to promote their green credentials to consumers since the group has undergone the organisation’s certification...Widgets hits zero landfill target
Window Widgets has achieved a zero-landfill mark as a result of a two-and-a-half-year waste management programme. The programme, led by QHSE manager Andrew Taylor, ensures...
- Exhibitions / Events
FIT bounces back with visitor signings running at more than double
FIT Show organisers say pre-registration for the 2021 event is at a record high with well over double the numbers of visitors for the...Schüco talks Smart for second virtual event
Schüco UK is to broadcast i.NOW Smart, its second Innovation Now virtual event, on 27th May, focusing on intelligent building. The event will be broadcast from...Veka Compounds to sponsor PVC 2021
Veka Compounds, the polymer division of Veka Recycling, is supporting the forthcoming PVC 2021 event, said to be the World's leading forum on polyvinyl...Leka signs with Fenex 2021
Solid conservatory roof manufacturer Leka System shas joined the Fenex online exhibition. Managing director Rhys Hoddinott explained: “Although Leka have had significant success exhibiting at...Online talk on frameless glass balustrades
‘Enhance the vision and safety of frameless glass balustrades’ is the theme of a live online talk to be presented by Dow on March...
- Marketing
Bifolds in the spotlight
Alutech Systems has released a new video highlighting its BF73 bifold door system. Sales director Mike Moulds, who presents the video, explained: “This video is...Independent Network launches new, free website creation tool
Independent Network, the Veka group members’ organisation, has unveiled an online tool enabling members to create their own websites from templated options, free of...Ultraframe unveils Proposal Generator – with lead response emails coming soon
Ultraframe is launching a series of online Proposal Generators to help its installers create proposals to present to homeowners and has also signalled plans...Deceuninck launches Brand It for bespoke marketing
Deceuninck customers can create a range of bespoke branded marketing materials with Brand It, a new online resource launched by the systems house. With the...Ultraroof hoofs it with animal themed marketing
Ultraframe has taken an animal theme for new marketing campaign urging customers to Stand Out with Ultraroof. Marketing director Alex Hewitt said: “The animals in...
- Trade Counters
NBP targets growth with BGF investment
North of England based trade distributor Northern Building Plastics has entered an investment agreement with growth capital investor BGF to support its ambitions to...Screwfix planning 40 new stores this year
Screwfix has revealed plans to open 30 new stores in the UK and 10 in the RoI this year. The trade retailer has opened at...
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