New York fire shows the need for compartmentation
From: Jane Embury, director, Wrightstyle
The recent tragic fire in New York underlines how fire remains a potent threat, despite advances in building design and construction and strict building regulations.
Some 20 people, including nine children...
‘Supply problems can stop business dead’
From: Nick Dutton, CEO, Brisant Secure
Supply problems disrupt business. They can even stop it dead. Recently, the shortage of HGV drivers was one of the factors that led to a limited supply of fuel,...
A radical shift in the supply chain dynamic
From: David Thornton, Chairman, The Window Company (Contracts)
Over the past year, we all know there’s been a fairly radical shift in the supply chain dynamic – and not just when it comes to demand,...
Choosing a third-party machine repairer – is it a false economy
Wayne Hunter, Service and Operations Manager, Emmegi (UK)
When budgets are tight, it’s understandable to want to reduce costs and save money. But saving money by turning to unauthorised third-party service agents rather than sticking...
‘A resilient industry’
From John Crittenden, managing director, Carl F Groupco
I felt compelled to write to you after reading the United Front open letter from nineteen fenestration companies. I’d like to congratulate them on their approach to...
Clarification on in-home sales
Jon Vanstone, Chair, Certass Trade Association
Following numerous discussions with Government departments, we have had confirmation on an amendment to the position around selling in the home.
This amendment confirms that sales appointments may take place...
‘Much for fenestration in Budget’
From: Martin Nettleton, Managing Director, Euroglaze
A £100bn savings mountain and a three-month extension to the stamp duty holiday are the clearest signals yet that we can expect demand in the retail market to continue...
“Why does the market need to be re-educated to accept longer lead times”
From: Martin Nettleton, Managing Director, Euroglaze
I may be a lone voice, but, having spent so many years building Euroglaze into one of the most efficient fabricators in the UK, I’m struggling to understand why...
Climate change is key to business planning
By Phil Slinger, CEO, CAB
According to CAB Members, climate change is increasingly taking centre stage in their strategic business planning. The transition towards a more resilient, sustainable, and inclusive ‘net zero’ emissions business model,...
Short-term gains, long-term pain?
From: Alex Page, Director, Stedek
In today’s window industry, we’re lucky enough to have a vast range of quality, stylish products to choose from.
It’s a level of choice that my dad could’ve only dreamed of...
