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Posted On - 26/03/2024
Securistyle has renewed the Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for several of its key products, underlining the brand’s commitment to sustainability. The Sterling Lock for windows, the Parallel Plus window hinge, the Sterling advanced detachable restrictor, the Sterling window hinge and the Storm Balanced window hinge have all had their certifications extended. Globally recognised, the declarations provide environmental information on the...
Posted On - 26/03/2024
Winkhaus UK has developed a bespoke development process that is designed to enhance new product R&D for customers. One of Winkhaus’ added value services, the product, technical and laboratory teams help customers to develop solutions through consultation, CAD Design, 3D prototyping, product assessment, product development days and UKAS laboratory accreditation. George Smith, senior product and technical manager at Winkhaus UK:...
Posted On - 26/03/2024
UAP has invested in a new metal coatings business, including a unique anti-viral door hardware range. A university spin-out, Armadillo was established to improve people’s health and safety across environments ranging from healthcare facilities to homes. The company has developed Armasmart, a door hardware range which is reported to be the first on the market to eliminate 99.98% of viruses,...
Posted On - 26/03/2024
Mila has added a new enhanced security, twin cam espag locking system to its range of Advance products, developed specifically for aluminium window systems. According to Mila, this new espag has been designed to solve the problems that aluminium fabricators frequently encounter with existing mechanical hardware solutions – hence it comes with a C-track design, stronger gearbox, concealed gears and...
Posted On - 26/03/2024
Hörmann Truedor has announced that after a series of successful open days at its IG Doors manufacturing plant last November, it will once again open its doors to visitors in May. Attendees will have the opportunity to tour one of the most advanced door manufacturing facilities in the UK, together with access to exclusive discounts worth £1,000 on the range...
Posted On - 26/03/2024
Epwin Window Systems has expanded its integrated digital platform, Connect. Gerald Allen, head of marketing at Epwin, said: “Connect is a dynamic digital platform that continues to evolve to ensure we consistently add value to our customers’ businesses. The latest developments further enhance an already impressive suite of services purposely designed to benefit both fabricators and installers.” Among the recent...
Posted On - 26/03/2024
Endurance Doors says it is building on its ‘already impressive’ commitment to sustainability. As part of its environmental policies, the manufacturer has used carbon offsetting since 2022 to compensate for any unpreventable carbon emissions caused by its operations. The business has now entered into a new partnership with Carbon Neutral Britain that will enable it to continue this activity. Formed...
Posted On - 26/03/2024
Dekko Window Systems has added the Curtain Wall 50 façade from Reynaers to its product portfolio. The CW 50 aluminium curtain wall system offers various design options and glazing variants and includes different technical variants that comply with specified levels of thermal insulation. With regard to thermal performance, the CW 50 system offers solutions in different levels, allowing the use...
Posted On - 26/03/2024
Dempsey Dyer has been a Deceuninck customer for 40 years this year. We talked to managing director, Peter Dyer, about why the relationship has lasted so well, and how it is blazing new ground. When Dempsey Dyer moved to Deceuninck as supplier 40 years ago, managing director Peter Dyer explained that the decision was almost solely based on the fact...
Posted On - 26/03/2024
Home improvement specialist, Hazlemere, has opened its first showroom inside the M25 as it looks to tap into growing demand for its range of products. Led by Rachel Braham-Hill, Hazlemere has invested £100,000 into the site on Swakeleys Road in Ickenham, putting in a full selection of windows and doors and touchscreen digital displays that will be showcasing a portfolio...
Posted On - 26/03/2024
Before Signature Home Improvements in Chichester chose the Business Pilot CRM software to manage its customer relationships, it used spreadsheets and shared folders. Director, Rakeem Porter-Young, explains the upgrade. We are a relatively new business, only going since 2019, and we quickly grew out of those early methods of running a business, such as spreadsheets. They were very elaborate spreadsheets,...
Posted On - 26/03/2024
Fabricator, John Fredericks Plastics, has signed up to the Building Our Skills initiative. Andy Wadham, head of training & development for John Fredericks, said: “We’re dedicated to ensuring our staff are given the right opportunities for career development through access to appropriate accredited training and the acquisition of sector-specific qualifications. “In addition, our goal of helping to attract newcomers to...
Posted On - 26/03/2024
PVC-U and aluminium fabricator, Bedfordshire Windows, is celebrating its seven-year anniversary. Since taking on its first employee in its founding year in 2017, the company is reported to have grown at a ‘phenomenal’ rate. Outgrowing its original premises by its second year, the company headed into its third year diversifying its product range to introduce aluminium products to its portfolio,...
Posted On - 26/03/2024
AT Precision has launched the new Everglide aluminium profile range for bi-folds, offering fabricators a ‘one-stop shop’ for all their bi-fold door needs. This launch is said to be a significant milestone for AT Precision. The new Everglide aluminium profile range is designed and manufactured in-house, featuring impressive specifications, such as a U-value of 1.5W/m²K and Document L compliance. It...
Posted On - 26/03/2024
AluK says that its customers can expect an increase in the number of retail leads generated by the systems company thanks to the launch of the new AluK Home website at: https://alukhome.com/gb/en-gb With the tagline ‘Enhancing Your Life’, it’s been designed to inspire retail buyers with how they can transform their homes using AluK windows and doors. It includes stylish...
Posted On - 19/03/2024
Veka has shared exclusive details of its strategic direction and latest range of products and services with partners at a recent collaboration event. Fabrication businesses from across the UK & Ireland came together at Crow Wood Hotel & Spa in Burnley, for a day of partnership activities and information sharing focused on Veka’s commitment to delivery of products, innovation and...
Posted On - 19/03/2024
Alex Page, director of Stedek, argues that undermining premium brands hurts everyone in the long run. 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 when he started Stedek 30 years ago – a time when you could...
Posted On - 19/03/2024
The UN has awarded Reynaers Group the SDG (Sustainable Development Goal) Pioneer label for its ambitious sustainability work. Through the international certificate, the UN recognises companies that have adopted effective current and long-term sustainability initiatives. Since 2022, all the company’s long-term sustainability commitments and goals have been documented in its sustainability strategy Reynaers Act, focusing on reducing carbon emissions in both...
Posted On - 19/03/2024
Prefix Systems has launched the new SheerVent for the S2 glazed roofing system, bringing all the innovation from the award-winning Sheerline S1 lantern into a next generation system for conservatories and glazed extensions. According to Prefix, the latest innovation from Sheerline is a game changer for the glazed roof market, bringing an integrated solution that doesn’t suffer from water ingress...
Posted On - 19/03/2024
The NSG Group, parent company Pilkington UK, has been recognised as a leader on climate change action by not-for-profit charity CDP (formerly the Carbon Disclosure Project). CDP upgraded the NSG Group’s Climate Change Leadership rating from B to A-. An A- rating recognises companies that are implementing current best practices on climate change. The score is reported to be higher...
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