Home Featured Articles Page 79
Posted On - 20/11/2019
Much has been said about the opportunities for fabricators and installers brought about by smartware. After all, it is estimated that this market will be worth £300 billion worldwide by 2020. But just what do these opportunities look like, and what should fabricators and installers be looking out for from smartware suppliers? Tania Tams, ERA’s head of marketing, sheds some...
Posted On - 20/11/2019
By Carl F Groupco. When it comes to connections, hardware distributor Carl F Groupco has strong partner relations which form the backbone of the organisation. Relationships with leading manufacturers play a pivotal role in the company’s service commitment and the ongoing advancement of its comprehensive catalogue. “We are on the cusp of a major electronic evolution in the UK’s fenestration...
Posted On - 20/11/2019
Nick Dutton, CEO of Brisant-Secure, talks about the ‘smart bug,’ as consumers immerse themselves in a 21st century digital way of living, and how these new product technologies are making our lives easier, irrespective of age. Five years ago, homeowners, developers and interior designers had to spend £tens-of-thousands to create a smart home. These homes were the domain of the...
Posted On - 20/11/2019
Imagine never again having to interpret the spidery scrawl of your sales person or service engineer. Even technophobes have been won over with her new mobile apps, says Rhonda Ridge of AdminBase. Although things have improved I still hear stories of orders being faxed in to the office, or notes being left on one-finger-typed manual forms, perhaps even as advanced...
Posted On - 20/11/2019
By A+W. Industry 4.0 refers to the digtalisation of production, where machines and workpieces can communicate digitally, alongside robots and predictive maintenance. However, the digitalisation of communication is often overlooked; people dream of automated production while stacks of faxed orders still characterise their everyday business. Digitalisation of the quotation, PO, and ordering processes between market partners must be the highest...
Posted On - 20/11/2019
Emplas signed up as a launch partner to Avantis at the beginning of the year, opting for a ‘bridging product’, which creates a platform to up-sell, without introducing additional complexity. By John Leary, sales director at Emplas. Are UK homeowners ready for smart technologies in home improvement? Industry leaders have invested £thousands in the development of a range of smart...
Posted On - 20/11/2019
Rocal recently reported year-on-year sales increases of between 25% and 30% for its Endurance Doors brand. Glass Times editor Nathan Bushell met managing director Stephen Nadin to discuss what measures had been put in place to achieve this success. As the interview came to a close, Rocal’s managing director Stephen Nadin said: “Internal processes must be followed properly. I have...
Posted On - 20/11/2019
Rehau’s Rio Flush Fit uses the company’s existing Total70 system profiles to make it easy to fit and forget. With that in mind, Clare Higgins, product manager at Rehau offers installers her best practice advice to ensure complete ease of install with a step-by-step installation guide. Before we get into the nitty gritty of the install, it’s crucial that you...
Posted On - 20/11/2019
Andy Holland, technical and marketing manager at Rapierstar, highlights why poor fastener choice exposes aluminium windows and doors to corrosion risks. Most of us will think of aluminium windows and doors as being the ultimate choice for superb visual appeal, long-term performance with no maintenance and resistance to the harshest of weather conditions. But while aluminium does not ‘rust’ –...
Posted On - 20/11/2019
By Ben Brocklesby, director at Origin. On September 2, we proudly launched our first ever prime-time television advert, premiering on ITV during Coronation Street. The advert, which has also appeared on Channel 4, More 4 and various Sky channels, runs until November 17, and celebrates the important role a front door plays in the family home. The advert depicts a...
Posted On - 20/11/2019
Liniar’s managing director Martin Thurley recently spoke to Glass Times editor Nathan Bushell about the challenges facing the industry, and what companies and organisations need to do to profit from them. Martin Thurley joined Liniar as managing director in 2017, during a period of significant change for the company: Quanex bought the company in 2015, and founder Roger Hartshorn left...
Posted On - 20/11/2019
Market research is essential to every business. However, SMEs are sometimes quick to dismiss its significance, often due to lack of time and resources. Liniar’s Simone Sangha explains. There are many reasons to carry out market research, which can be crucial for both sales and marketing teams: Minimise business risks. When it comes to product launches, testing and getting feedback...
Posted On - 20/11/2019
By Purplex Marketing. Almost 350 leaders from across the glass and glazing industry descended on Edgbaston Stadium for the second Glazing Summit in September. And the verdict on the event was a resounding success, with 98% of attendees stating they could attend again and #GS19 trending on Twitter throughout the day. Around 250 people also attended the Leaders’ Dinner in...
Posted On - 20/11/2019
Roger Hartshorn, owner of new aluminium extrusion firm Garnalex, talks to Glass Times editor Nathan Bushell about why he has spent £9 million to date on a new profile business. Roger Hartshorn is an industry veteran. He said himself that he has known windows all his life, and he has a passion for excellence and beauty. For those who have...
Posted On - 20/11/2019
Glass Times editor Nathan Bushell talked to FIT Show director Nickie West about her decision to make the exhibition an annual event. Since it first opened its doors in 2013, the FIT Show has enjoyed a success that few could have imagined. This year’s event at the NEC in May recorded 10,107 visitors, a 2% increase on 2017, and exhibitors...
Posted On - 20/11/2019
By Jon Vanstone, Certass. Every working day in the UK, two construction workers take their own life. Our numbers are alarming, and we need to band together with other construction colleagues to help those of us in need, who sometimes cannot see their positives for all the pressures of life. We have on average 38 fatalities a year on construction...
Posted On - 20/11/2019
Andy Ball, managing director of Balls2 Marketing, talks about the importance of PR. There’s the age-old quote that says, “everything you do or say is public relations”, and it’s true. That’s why public relations is so important for businesses and organisations. The power of PR is phenomenal and it’s interesting to see how it is being used to dramatic effect...
Posted On - 20/11/2019
By Adrian Toon, director of a2n. The latest offering from Apple boasts a three-camera phone but with the same 12 megapixel resolution as previous models. So, have we seen the limit on pixel count? I’m sure that technology will continue to develop the resolution of these micro cameras, however, do we need the extra resolution? For most people looking for...
Posted On - 20/11/2019
Michael Shoer, technical sales manager at Pyroguard, considers how time-critical projects can be kept on track without compromising on safety. When WeWorks – the global co-working operator that provides office and temporary workspaces – decided to transform No.2 Dublin Landings into a destination for business, safety and aesthetics were high on its list of priorities. As a traditional industrial building...
Posted On - 20/11/2019
The proposal for a third runway at Heathrow Airport has divided opinion. Not only has there been concern around the environmental impact, but also how the increase in noise levels will affect those living and working in the areas surrounding the new site. Phil Brown, technical advisory service manager at Pilkington UK, explains. The latest proposal for the third runway...
Copyright 2024 | Glass Times is the Industry Leading Magazine reaching 10,531 professionals each month. 100% individually reader requested | Sitemap