Posted On - 03/03/2017
Dave Jackson, the brains behind Icotherm Solid Roof, talks about the opportunities for replacement conservatory roofs and how installers can offer a quick fit solid roof refurbishment to existing conservatories. Imagine replacing a polycarbonate or glass conservatory roof with a solid thermally efficient, tiled roof and getting it watertight in just one day. Reducing time on site for installers has...
Posted On - 21/02/2017
Clayton Glass has just unveiled Smartglass Dynamic, using self-tinting, wireless glass technology. Jason McCabe, commercial director of Clayton Glass, outlines his vision for a new genre of dynamic conservatory. High performance conservatory glass has been around for over a decade now and we’ve done much to lead the way in terms of product performance and innovation, as our latest Smartglass...
Posted On - 21/02/2017
LivinRoof holds the record for the highest first year sales in Ultraframe’s 30-year history. On top of this, it grew a further +75% in 2016. Since its launch in 2014 Ultraframe network partners have had tremendous success both in the new-build and the replacement roof market. Its distinctive look and integrated shaped glazing in any position are fantastic features but,...
Posted On - 09/02/2017
Pioneer’s Danny Willliams answers your questions. This month: “I am getting more and more interest from my retail customers for aluminium windows. However, I have bought aluminium frames from three fabricators now and there have been delays and problems with all of them. They have all blamed their suppliers but I have a sensitive nose for BS. Can you recommend...
Posted On - 08/02/2017
Supalite is now issuing all potential customers with a copy of the LABC-produced ‘Viewpoint’ homeowner advice leaflet to ensure they are aware of potential dangers when buying a replacement roof for their conservatory. Operations director for Supalite Steve Hacking explains. Replacement tiled roofs for conservatories are a reasonably new product. As such there is a limit to the amount of...
Posted On - 06/02/2017
The fizz was flowing as the great and the good from the industry gathered to celebrate the second Atlas Installation of the Year awards. Glass Times reports. It was a spectacular evening during which Stamford-based installer QKS Home Improvements walked away with first prize for a show-stopping double Atlas lantern installation on a period property in a Georgian Lincolnshire town....
Posted On - 20/01/2017
The launch of Verandah at the FIT Show caused quite a stir and subsequently enquiries have surpassed expectations by some way, explains Chris Cooke, managing director of Prefix Systems. When we looked to embrace our expertise and product development pedigree with Verandah, it was to a degree a calculated exercise. Sure we have always been associated with innovation in conservatory...
Posted On - 09/01/2017
The Korniche lantern from Made For Trade was met with excitement and enthusiasm at this year’s FIT Show. As the date looms for its official roll-out, Glass Times editor Nathan Bushell visited managing director Bradley Gaunt to see how the final preparations are going. What grabbed Glass Times the most when we visited Made For Trade in March this year...
Posted On - 09/01/2017
The Master Fitter Challenge (MFC) has become one of the FIT Show’s more prominent regular features at the three-day event. Managed by the industry’s specialist qualifications awarding body, GQA Qualifications, the challenge invites professional installers to compete against each other. GQA director Mick Clayton explains how the competition is more than just entertainment. Our involvement at the FIT Show came...
Posted On - 07/01/2017
Solarframe director Steve Taylor explains how Solarframe and Supalite have worked together over the last four years. We started manufacturing in 2009. Things were tough, especially being a new player, and from experience I knew Solarframe needed to look at products which had a potential growth and longevity in the market-place, to help us survive. I first came across the...
Posted On - 11/10/2016
Liniar launched its thermally efficient window system in the middle of the recession in 2008, at a time when others were not investing in new product development. Since then, the systems house has launched product after product, each offering something unique. Being the first to market with a new concept can often bring its challenges, and registering or patenting a...
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