Don’t forget the end of CE marks – DHF
The Door & Hardware Federation has issued a reminder that CE markings will no longer be recognised in the UK from January 1, after it hosted a series of webinars and produced briefing papers...
Industry waits as VAT consultation closes
Fenestration bodies are now waiting to hear whether the long-standing call to cut VAT on windows has had any impact after the government’s deadline for submissions was due to pass this week.
The call for...
Home plans hit two-year low – is the post-Covid boom over?
Latest planning and contract figures have given a clear signal that the building boom following the lifting of Covid restrictions may be over.
The cost of living crisis as well as global uncertainty are largely...
Yale and Mila come together with Assa Abloy/ Arran Isle acquisition
Assa Abloy, best known in the UK for its Yale and Union brands, has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Arran Isle, owner of Mila and Carlisle Brass.
A statement from Arran Isle says Mila...
Safestyle still on a five-year high
Safestyle has continued its five-year high with full financial year results carrying on its strong half-year figures, tinged by a hint of caution over the impact of the cost-of-of living crisis.
CEO Mike Gallacher summarised:...
Edgetech/Liniar owner Quanex acquires polymer mixer LMI
Quanex, owner of Edgetech and Liniar in the UK, has announced it has bought the assets of LMI Custom Mixing, a polymer mixer with a long history of service to the fenestration industry.
Edgetech Managing...
Apprenticeship Programme Sees Further Success
Conservatory Outlet is celebrating its expanded support for learning and development as two members of senior management are the first to pass through the company’s Degree Apprenticeship programme.
Michelle Horne (Operations Manager) and Sarah Fox...
Chancellor urged to cut VAT on RMI for growth and jobs
A five-year VAT cut on home improvement work from 20% to 5% would generate an economic stimulus worth £51 billion and create 345,000 new jobs, according to new research published this week by the Federation of...
Apprenticeship boom after £250,000 investment
A Wakefield fabricator of windows, door and living spaces is reaping the benefits of a £250,000 investment drive in developing its own staff. Nearly a quarter of Conservatory Outlet’s 180-strong workforce has come through...
The world’s first lower-carbon glass manufacturing comes to the UK
Saint-Gobain Glass has announced that the world’s firstlower-carbon glass, ORAÉ®, is now being manufactured in the UK at its site in Eggborough, Yorkshire. Previously produced at other Saint-Gobain sites in Europe, this development marks...
