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George Smith, technical manager for Winkhaus UK, explains how AV4 auto lock is tested, the results, and the benefits this has for the fenestration industry. Are you or your customers frustrated with doors that are difficult to operate and unlock? Are you making costly site visits to address issues caused by thermal expansion? If you want to eliminate unnecessary service...
According to Window Ware, its Regal Hardware range stands out as the epitome of elegance and authenticity – and with an endorsement from The Residence Collection for its prestigious timber alternative windows and doors, it is now said to be the ‘go-to choice’ for fabricators. The rise of flush sash systems in recent years has sparked a revolution in the...
WarmCore is much more than just a premium domestic bi-folding door, explains Mark Frain, national business development manager for WarmCore. He explains that there is considerable opportunity in the commercial and new build housing sectors for warmer aluminium windows and doors. Most people in the trade will have associated WarmCore with premium, highly energy efficient bi-folding doors, but it is...
As the desire for heritage style windows gain popularity, flush systems are making a bold statement, far beyond traditional restoration projects, presenting a unique opportunity for fabricators and installers, says Phil Gregory, design and development manager at Veka. The modern homeowner’s preference for minimalistic, clean-lined designs has intertwined with a desire for authentic, heritage-inspired details, This means flush windows, which...
Paul Kennington, Veka’s technical director, explains how the systems company is delivering fabric efficiency for Net Zero future. As the fenestration industry awaits the progression of the Future Homes Standard in England, as well as Scotland’s own standards consultation in summer 2025, Veka has been preparing a catalogue product for customers to navigate the evolving regulatory landscape. The Future Homes...
Dan Powell, head of brand at VBH, explains the company’s direct guarantees and how they benefit everybody in the supply chain. VBH has been supplying hardware to the UK since 1978, launching our own hardware brand, GreenteQ, in 2009. GreenteQ products are tested to the relevant performance standards for both security and lifespan and all are fully guaranteed. We have...
Phil Myers, sales director for Affordable Window Systems, highlights the recent data showing a rise in consumer interest in wood effect windows, and discusses how installers can capitalise on this growing demand. In the world of fenestration, staying ahead of the curve isn't just good practice – it's essential for survival. We're all too familiar with the industry's challenges: fluctuating...
We talk to Thermoseal Group’s sales director, Mark Hickox, about how small gains can make a big difference. A building’s fabric is still crucial to the energy efficiency of a building, even if the expected changes in the Future Homes and Buildings Standard – due to come into force in 2025 – appeared to favour energy source heat pumps over...
SupaLite is said to have achieved remarkable success in 2024, celebrating innovative product advancements, continued growth, exceptional customer support and revolutionary new launches. In March this year, SupaLite launched its brand new, innovative Double SkyVista. By integrating two SkyVista glass roof lights into a single unit, SupaLite crafted a solution that’s designed not only to enhance natural light infiltration, but...
By Ben Hartshorn, Sheerline’s technical support manager. Many factors have led to a boom in home improvements over the past few years, but one of the key drivers is the demand for more energy efficient products. One reason is the rising cost of energy bills within the context of the cost-of-living crisis. But that’s not the only reason. There’s also...
There are many window systems on the market that been developed to offer improved energy-efficiency, but not many have a UK patent and have been awarded a King’s Award for Enterprise in Innovation. James Keeling-Heane, sales director from Senior Architectural Systems, explains more about what it means to be a winner, and why innovation continues to be such a big...
Energy efficient products remain a big driver for sales, with homeowners, architects and developers looking to improve thermal performance, thus reducing energy usage and bills. Selecta Systems’ technical manager, Cliff Prosser, explains the company’s philosophy behind ensuring that any new developments continue to be fabricator and installer friendly, whilst also being as cost effective as is possible. Windows and doors...
By Lee Glover, sustainability and Net Zero delivery manager at Saint-Gobain Glass. As the climate crisis continues to escalate, making homes more energy-efficient has become a top priority. Windows play a critical role in this transformation, and the glass used in those windows is at the forefront of improving energy efficiency and driving sustainability in the newbuild and retrofit markets....
Roseview Windows have specialised in the manufacturing of PVC-U sash windows since 1985, here director Mike Bygrave discusses what it takes to capture genuine heritage authenticity in a modern sash window. The term ‘authenticity’ is often brandished about as a selling point with many manufacturers aiming to replicate the timeless elegance of traditional sash windows by incorporating certain headline features,...
Sustainable building design is as much about creating buildings that are energy efficient as it is working to reduce embodied carbon in the way products are made. Samantha Hill, head of marketing at Reynaers Aluminium, discusses how the company is building energy efficiency into its products and practices – and the progress it has made. The consideration of energy efficiency...
I happened upon the press release issued by Keystone Market Research, about the latest edition of its quarterly ‘UK Consumer Fenestration Trends Report’ recently which looks, amongst other things, at homeowner views on smart home technology specifically for windows and doors. It does not provide positive reading. According to Keystone: ‘A standout feature of this edition is an in-depth analysis...
How Quickslide’s Legacy VS sash windows are bringing new levels of energy efficiency to period properties and listed buildings. When it comes to window replacements, energy efficiency is a key driver for buyers. Especially in older and period properties, where solid wall construction means there is a limit to how much can be done to reduce heat loss through, for...
It’s been just over 12 months since Prefix officially rolled out the S2 glazed roof system. Glass Times editor, Luke Wood, caught up with Prefix director, Chris Cooke, to see how well the system has been adopted by customers – as well as discussing the launch of WARMdeck, a new flat roof offering that completes the roof specialist’s product portfolio. Luke...
Arne De Ceapog, specification manager at Pilkington UK, discusses how solar control glazing can create a brighter future for students and classrooms. There are many factors to consider when it comes to enhancing the quality of education. Reforming the curriculum, evolving teaching methodologies, and integrating technologies are often key tactics used by educators and policymakers for elevating student outcomes. These...
From pioneering timber as the solution to sustainability, through to the juggle of building a business while raising children – Steve Winscott, director at Nine Zero Timber Windows & Doors, is this month’s People Spotlight Glass Times (GT): Steve, can you tell us a bit about how you got started in the industry? Did you always envision yourself working with...
