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Leads 2 Trade will be supporting FENSA on stand G40B at the FIT Show on Wednesday, 30 April as its approved third-party lead generation partner. Representatives from Leads 2 Trade will be available from 2pm to discuss the exclusive benefits offered to FENSA approved installers, including a 10% discount on both premium and hot key leads. Andy Royle, director and...
Installsure, the specialised insurance provider of insurance backed guarantee schemes for the GGF has strengthened its existing IBG, a move that is designed to bring cost and administrative benefits to its 2,500+ strong network of window, door and conservatory installers across the UK. Installsure has taken this opportunity to review its existing IBG structure and make changes in line with...
What will US tariffs do to the UK construction industry? Nigel Headford, chief executive, Council for Aluminium in Building reflects. ‘Unprecedented’, ‘the end of globalisation’, ‘an economic nuclear winter’ – the language used to describe the introduction of sweeping tariffs by the Trump administration at the start of this month, are emotive. They aren’t, however, a surprise. Donald Trump was...
The BFRC is now expanding its service offering, with new testing and certification services that will each be underpinned by ‘The BFRC Difference’. BFRC managing director, Richard Sellman, explained: “We’re committed to exceeding the high standards our members and clients have come to expect. We want to move away from that typical customer / supplier relationship, and grow our reputation...
RISA, the GGF company that specialises in inspections and auditing, is launching an ‘Expert Determination’ service to help settle cases in the event of a dispute. The service will help window companies save significant time and costs by avoiding legal action and court proceedings. Through the scheme, installers will have access to independent RICS trained experts who are qualified to...
With CSCS ending ‘Grandfather Rights’ and a tightening up of MTC requirements for installers and surveyors, the GGF says it is using this year’s FIT Show as an opportunity to demonstrate how companies can complete compliancy quickly, easily and cost effectively through its recently launched online training platform and industry partnerships. Visitors to the stand will be able to participate...
Brett Evans, technical director at Yale, discusses the role of letterplates in keeping burglars at bay. The latest ONS statistics paint an interesting picture. While burglaries through an unlocked door have seen a welcome drop, a large proportion of burglaries – 62% – still involve entering through the front of the house. This suggests that burglars are finding ways to...
Glass Times editor, Luke Wood, visits Winkhaus UK following a recent overhaul of its Kettering offices, and learns more about the hardware specialist’s comprehensive product and service offering, its UKAS accredited in-house testing facility and plans for the FIT Show. Officially unveiled in June last year, the upgraded Winkhaus offices in Kettering are a fantastic showcase for a company that...
We talk to Universal Trade Frames’ Richard Hammond, who explains why the company has created a unique proposition for its Solidor composite door range. “We want to give our customers something different, but also to bring more flexibility to our service offer to give them the confidence that they can accommodate any job,” explains Richard Hammond, sales director, Universal Trade...
Guy Hubble, joint managing director at RegaLead, talks about how colour is driving the growing trend of PVC engineered doors. Colour has become one of the most exciting areas of innovation in the fenestration industry, transforming how we think about design and personalisation. In recent years, the demand for bold, creative, and diverse colour options has exploded, reshaping consumer expectations...
Laura Richardson, finance director at TWR Group, discusses her (very) early start in the industry, excitement at a major move for the North East fabricator – and why family matters in business. Glass Times (GT): How did you get started in the industry? Laura Richardson (LR): I’m not sure I can class climbing and playing in PVC stillages with my...
Thermoseal Group’s sales director, Mark Hickox, explains how partnering with a supplier who embraces transformative technology can save you time – and money. In the world of IGU manufacturing, knowledge is critical – not just in precision manufacturing but also in understanding production costs; afterall, ‘the perfect IGU’ is not perfect if it doesn’t make you any money. An in-depth...
By Danny Williams, managing director, Pioneer Trading. repare my thoughts for this latest DannyRant, the sun is making a rare appearance. However, despite spring drawing nearer the forecast for UK businesses remains distinctly dark and stormy. Scanning this morning’s headlines, front and centre and the reason for a dip in my mood is the headline on Reuters: ‘UK firms brace...
When it comes to digital marketing, it’s vital not to get left behind. And installers who want to get ahead should start with their suppliers, explains Quickslide’s Tom Swallow. Anyone who works in the fenestration industry can tell you the sector has always been innovative when it comes to adopting new technology. Whether it’s developing the latest products to attract...
As St Patrick’s Day approaches, Purplex MD and founder Andrew Scott explains why the ‘luck of the Irish’ doesn’t extend into business, especially when it comes to marketing. Every year, around March 17th, I organise a St Patrick’s Day party for my staff at our headquarters. Yes, we are based in England (Weston-super-Mare, to be precise) but for one day...
By Neil Travers, managing director of Production Software Technology (PST). In today’s fast-paced home improvement industry, efficiency, precision, and the ability to attract new customers are key to success. Witih vsHome, PST’s advanced yet user-friendly sales and surveying software, installers have the ultimate solution to design, visualise, and price a wide range of home improvement products, including windows, doors, conservatories...
Ben Brocklesby, director at Origin, the leading manufacturer of aluminium windows and doors, discusses the brand's latest product launch. The past 12 months have been full of innovation and excitement at Origin. We started by launching the Soho External Door (OB-36+), which includes bi-fold doors, French doors and single doors, and features a sought-after steel look design. We then launched...
By Nikki Dunbar, founder, Nix Collective. Businesses are constantly balancing the need to attract customers with the challenge of justifying their expenses. Naturally, marketing is usually one of the first things that comes under scrutiny. The return on investment (ROI) in marketing can sometimes seem intangible, especially when businesses rely on external agencies to execute strategies. However, just like in...
Despite a change in government, in 2025, the Future Homes Standard will still be published. As we all know, this will set out how new homes will be built to stricter energy efficiency standards as part of the UK’s drive towards net-zero carbon emissions – what we don’t know, is exactly how fenestration will be impacted. Will these changes influence...
At the time of writing, interest rates have been cut in an effort to encourage spending and boost economic growth. While this signals a shift in financial policy, it raises an important question for the glazing industry: Will homeowners feel more confident investing in home improvements, or will the cost-of-living crisis continue to limit consumer demand? Over the past two...
