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SupaLite are always dedicated to supporting their trade partners, and their latest investment is no exception. They’re proud to announce the launch of their brand new SupaLite Training Centre, located in the heart of Preston. Situated next to the S1 and S2 roof manufacturing facility, the new training centre features a showroom, alongside a classroom for sales and surveyor training,...
Alex Hewitt, Ultraframe’s marketing director, explains about the comprehensive training package that the company has put in place to support users of its hup! system as they make the transition from traditional building methods to ‘the better way to build’. When hup! was launched in 2022, training was always a key part of the launch strategy. The system is something...
Chris Baron, director of Prefix Systems, highlights the importance of the need for innovation and product development to be ‘relevant’. In today’s fast-paced market, product innovation and development are essential for survival, not just a competitive advantage. However, innovation alone is not sufficient; it must be relevant to make a meaningful impact. Relevance begins with a thorough understanding of the...
As a leader in the conservatory and roofing market, SupaLite says it has consistently delivered high-quality, innovative solutions for its trade partners. The company continues to innovate, offering products that are designed to meet the evolving needs of customers and homeowners. SupaLite has introduced three new products that are designed to bring expanded versatility, ease of installation, and long-lasting performance...
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...
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...
Family-owned firms are the lifeblood of business and commerce in the UK. From the corner shop to the biggest retailer or manufacturer, family enterprises bring innovation, continuity and diversity to Britain’s business community. As the UK celebrated National Family Business Day last month, Caribbean Blinds looked back at its own journey from humble beginnings to becoming a leading supplier of...
Steve Winscott, company director at Nine Zero Timber Windows and Doors, discusses the reasons we’re seeing a dip in conservatory enquiries, but a 30% rise in homeowner demand for garden rooms this summer. Last month we released news of the surge in demand for garden rooms that Nine Zero and our partners have spotted this summer. With lead generation platform,...
Growth in garden room and single-storey extension leads shows demand is there for installers, says Andy Royle of Leads 2 Trade. The appeal of garden rooms lies in their simplicity thanks to their ability to create a separate space without the complexity and cost of a full-scale home extension. At Leads 2 Trade, the UK’s leading provider of double-qualified sales...
Adding rooflights is a popular way to improve the quality of a space and increase access to natural light. However, an incorrectly specified rooflight can pose a danger to occupants due to the glass they use and the design of their frames. Here, Tony Isaac, sales director at Brett Martin discusses the difference between laminated and toughened glass and how...
With conservatories, garden rooms and glazed extensions continuing to prove popular options for UK homeowners, Gary Walker, joint managing director at Bedfordshire Windows, discusses the importance for trade installers to offer a comprehensive level of choice. Conservatories. Love them or hate them, they have long been a staple in the British home improvement industry. The demand for extra light and...
By Karl Grandfield, sales manager, Whitesales. If you’re a fabricator or installer looking to make more money from rooflights, then I would advise you to look beyond the lantern. You obviously need a quality, easy to assemble and cost effective lantern in your range because lanterns still account for a large proportion of the residential rooflight market (cue the Whitesales...
The hup! building system from Ultraframe offers quick installation times, outstanding energy efficiency, and can be used to transform outdated conservatories with old fashioned polycarbonate roofs. The hup! building system from Ultraframe has been designed to quickly and easily transform outdated conservatories into modern, energy efficient extensions in a matter of days. The flexibility of the system means that walls,...
In today's rapidly evolving roofing solutions market, exceptional customer service and support are crucial for business success. SupaLite, a leader in innovative roofing solutions, says that it exemplifies this by setting a high standard for customer support. SupaLite’s dedication to going the extra mile for its trade partners and commitment to exceeding expectations, is said to be key to its...
By Jon Crohill, project manager, Sheerline. Summers in the UK are predicted to get increasingly hot over the coming years. We’ve already witnessed record temperatures over the past few seasons, with unpredictable weather systems wreaking havoc throughout the rest of the year. One thing that has become apparent is that this trend will continue, both in the UK and around...
After an unprecedented wet start to 2024, consumers are now looking to make the most of their time outside. From an opportunistic trade perspective, outdoor living solutions are set to be one of the big growth areas too as Chris Cooke, director of Prefix Systems, explains. The British have an obsession with the world outside and we are the leading...
Made for Trade has been awarded a King’s Award for Innovation 2024. Glass Times editor, Luke Wood, talks to MFT’s managing director, Bradley Gaunt, to find out more about the inspiration behind Korniche and what the award means for the company. Luke Wood (LW): You must be incredibly proud to have won a King’s Award for Innovation for the Korniche...
Liniar’s secondary operations director, Daryl Fradley, explains the benefits of the Elevate system. Opening up a room from above with a lantern roof is an increasingly popular way to deliver a naturally well-lit interior. Liniar’s Elevate lantern roof system was designed with input from our customers, and delivers an installer-friendly, sustainably manufactured solution that combines slim sightlines, excellent thermal performance...
As the innovative roof manufacturer’s customer base continues to grow, managing director, Rhys Hoddinott, explains what Leka has to offer – and why, for any fabricator or installer yet to bring Leka into their portfolio, there’s no time to waste. The strength of the market in thermally efficient roofs remains buoyant, making them a must-have product in every portfolio. The...
Expert Trades, a construction-based marketing consultancy in the Midlands, has taken on its very first property renovation project, teaming up with a host of businesses, contractors and suppliers such as Keylite Roof Windows (Keylite). The property renovation was documented from start-to-finish across social media platforms in a series called, ‘Verified by Expert Trades.’ The aim of the online series was...
