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The British Federation Rating Council (BFRC) has widened the scope of its onsite testing capabilities with the purchase of a Sparklike Laser Portable 2.1. According to the BFRC, the new kit will help reinforce its commitment to raise standards across the industry, and to support customers in determining IGU gas concentration in a non-invasive way. Richard Sellman, managing director at...
The Council for Aluminium in Building (CAB) launched its first-ever CABfest on June 19 at the De Vere Wokefield Estate in Berkshire – a mansion house set in 250 acres of parkland – where 120 members and their customers gathered for a midsummer party involving golf, street food, live music and glorious sunshine. The day began with a round of...
Bohle’s director of finance and administration, Andrea Dench, recently spent time working with colleagues in the warehouse to gain valuable insight into their roles. We explore the significant benefits of cross-departmental awareness for Bohle, and its customers. “I think the best way to get to know a company, and the way the different departments interlink with each other, is to...
The Qure Group, a specialist in dispute resolution for the fenestration market, has launched a host of easy-to-access mediation and dispute resolution solutions. Approved by the Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI), the group says it offers ‘efficient, cost-effective mediation’ between homeowners and installers, when it’s needed most. Scott Robinson, managing director of the Qure Group, said: “It can be tough...
By Nigel Headford, chief executive, CAB. Last month’s restructure of building safety oversight was overdue – but at the very least it shows that Government has listened and recognised that the situation the construction sector faced was untenable. Gateway 2 of the Building Safety Act has been a pinch point for developers and their supply partners with some £2.bn worth...
Over recent months, the British Fenestration Ratings Council (BFRC) has reported significant growth in the scope of services both onsite and at its lab in Telford and says it is supporting an increasing number of businesses with testing and certification. Building on this, the BFRC team is now a UKAS accredited Product Certification provider for BS EN 14351-1 System 1 emergency...
By Richard Sellman BFRC managing director. I recently attended Glass Performance Days (GPD) in Finland and found it incredibly insightful. I was unsure of what to expect, but I have to say, it was extremely well put together and provided a real insight into the latest industry developments. Having been in the fenestration industry for many years and being an...
When it comes to designing hospitals and retirement living environments, much of the focus rightly centres on clinical excellence and comfort. But there is another essential design component that can dramatically impact patient recovery, resident well-being and long-term operational efficiency: natural daylight. With decades of experience across healthcare construction and refurbishment, the importance of integrating natural light into these settings...
By John Park-Davies, group managing director, Vertik-Al. Vertik-Al has been coating architectural aluminium and component parts for almost 60 years. Our coatings ensure products and structures will last for many years. This is our purpose and legacy. As a stable and forward-thinking business, we invest in equipment, processes and people. In recent years, our investment plans have carried on regardless...
Loredana Emmerson, customer marketing manager at Veka, explains why the new Feinstruktur foil is the future of design-led PVC-U. In the evolving fenestration market, colour is no longer a finishing touch – it’s a driving factor in decision-making. For fabricators, installers, and homeowners alike, aesthetics is as critical as performance. Nowhere is this clearer than in the rising influence of...
After 45 years of dedication, mischief, and masterful craftsmanship, Mike Rastrick is preparing to hang up his tools at Topline Glass in Ilminster. Since 1980, Mike has been a cornerstone of the company – part technician, part historian, and full-time source of amusement for his colleagues. With his signature blend of sharp wit and deep industry knowledge, Mike Rastrick has...
SupaLite has celebrated its most successful trade show to date at the 2025 FIT Show, with an impressive stand that showcased its ongoing commitment to innovation, quality – and most importantly – its valued trade partners. From reconnecting with familiar faces to welcoming new partners, SupaLite's stand was busy throughout. According to SupaLite, visitors were keen to see first-hand how...
As the industry chases smarter, leaner production, Stuga is finalising a two-part dashboard system that will revolutionise the way fabricators monitor performance. Technical director, Gareth Green, explains why this is a game-changer for operational efficiency. Over the last 12 months, we’ve made some major changes at Stuga – not just in how we support our machines, but in how we...
Jonathan Brignall, sales director at Solidor tells us more about the company’s brand transformation and how a door can make a difference to a home’s personality. To mark Solidor’s 20 years in the industry, we decided that we wanted to refresh the brand and provide a new look and feel. To help us develop the approach, we undertook some research...
Smart Architectural Aluminium’s marketing manager, Dan Evans, explains why the Signature Door range represents the next generation of aluminium composite doors delivering a real step change in design and performance. The Signature door collection has been developed to provide installers with a superior quality, high-performance, all-aluminium entrance door, which delivers outstanding value compared to standard GRP composite doors. Manufactured at...
With new ceramic textures, integrated LED lighting and smart tech options, Silka’s managing director, Asa McGillian, says that the brand is challenging what trade customers should expect from a premium door with its expanded Kärben Collection. It’s easy to say a product is ‘next generation’. It’s a lot harder to prove it. But with additions including Italian porcelain ceramic finishes,...
Sheerline’s innovative S3 roof system drew plenty of acclaim at this year’s FIT Show. In this article, we look at five reasons why… Sheerline Bespoke made a confident debut at the 2025 FIT Show, unveiling the S3 modern single pitch lean to roof system to a hugely positive response. The latest addition to the aluminium specialist’s S Series, which includes...
Selecta Systems went to FIT Show 2025 equipped with groundbreaking new additions to the Connect customer portal and two new sections to the Advance 70 window and door system. Sales director, Andy Green, and marketing manager, Mark Walker, explain in more detail. “The FIT Show provided Selecta with the ideal platform to connect with a large, dedicated audience and demonstrate...
Glass Times talks to Mike Bygrave, director at Roseview Windows, about how buying an independent foiling company has delivered flexibility and some unexpected wins. Over the last decade, the window industry has seen a shift in homeowner preferences. Smooth white PVC-U windows – once the only option – are no longer the default. Today, customers want choice, and not just...
By Roger Hartshorn, CEO, Garnalex. Britain was once a global leader in manufacturing, known for producing innovative, quality goods right here in the UK. But over time, government support seems to have waned. While recent moves, like the rescue of British Steel, do show some hope, I believe much more needs to be done for UK manufacturing to thrive in...