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Peter Grundy, vice president operations at Liniar, believes success in today’s fenestration sector depends on building strong, transparent partnerships that give fabricators the confidence to plan ahead, knowing their systems supplier will deliver – literally and figuratively. In a market where efficiency and reliability are crucial, fabricators and installers are facing growing pressure to deliver more – faster and without...
By Roger Hartshorn, CEO, Sheerline. I recently came across two glazing articles in The Independent newspaper, both written by Energy Editor, Howard Mustoe. While I welcome national press coverage of our industry, the articles are riddled with misinformation which is troubling for both consumers and professional installers. I believe that we, as an industry, must work hard to ensure the...
Kevin O’Neill, commercial manager at Rehau, discusses the importance of improving acoustic performance in urban areas. Land scarcity is a persistent issue in UK construction. While policies are in place to loosen restrictions around construction on green belt land through the ‘Grey Belt’, most building work continues to take place in urban areas. Given the Government’s pledge to build 1.5...
With 47 foils available in big volumes, small runs, or even single length supply, Aluplast is ensuring its customers can make the most of the opportunities colour presents. As individualism continues to dominate popular culture, fuelled largely by the explosion of social media platforms in recent decades, home improvement trends are increasingly reflective of this concept. The personalisation of living...
By Phil Gregory, design and development manager, Veka. Heritage buildings are central to the UK’s architectural story. Georgian townhouses, Victorian terraces and Edwardian villas all bring character and a sense of continuity to our streets. The challenge is keeping that character alive while making homes fit for modern living. But how do you respect authenticity while meeting contemporary requirements and...
By Timothy James, national specification manager, Veka. The evolving landscape of statutory requirements, technical standards and client-driven compliance frameworks may shape the construction industry, but when it comes to energy efficiency, meeting the minimum is not enough. The industry must move beyond compliance and start designing for performance. When systems houses work to create the most energy-efficient product, we can...
Selecta Systems’ technical manager, Cliff Prosser, talks about energy efficiency being a key driver for sales and how the Advance 70 Window and Door System meets and exceeds the current industry criteria. As energy costs continue to burden households and commercial developments alike, Selecta Systems is seeing a surge in demand for its Advance 70 PVC-U window & door system....
By Roger Hartshorn, CEO, Sheerline. In business, pricing isn’t just about covering costs, it’s a statement of value. Getting it right is one of the most important ways to ensure brand strength, profitability, and long-term success. Yet too many in our industry seem locked in a race to the bottom. There are strong reasons to resist discounting prices for a...
Energy efficiency is a key consideration in both new build and retrofit projects, driving demand for high performance products that deliver on sustainability, as well as safety and comfort. As a manufacturer of aluminium window, door and curtain wall systems Reynaers Aluminium is not only invested in developing energy efficient products and practices but building traceability into the process to...
When it comes to window and door specification, energy efficiency has become an increasingly important consideration. Window manufacturers are looking to develop frames that can achieve excellent levels of thermal performance without compromising on style or function. Taking this into account, Russell Hand, head of product & technical at Rehau, explores how fabricators and installers can ensure they are selecting...
Ben Brocklesby, director at Origin, discusses the brand's approach to creating the most energy-efficient products on the market. Energy efficiency has become one of the most important considerations in today’s housing market. Rising energy costs and evolving regulations mean homeowners are increasingly focused on balancing comfort with running costs and sustainability. For installers, this creates opportunities. Offering quality products can...
Robert Thiroff is managing director of Profine UK and responsible for the Kömmerling and WarmCore brands. In this feature he discusses the need for energy efficiency across all materials, but also suggests that the fenestration industry should be aiming higher in 2025 and beyond. As we head towards winter with news of another energy price cap increase hitting the headlines,...
By Russell Yates, managing director AluK and CAB president. This time last year, I warned about the number of aluminium systems companies who I felt were either deliberately or inadvertently misleading customers on their products’ U-Values. As far as AluK was concerned, the claims being made by some were simply not achievable with the level of thermal enhancements which we...
By Jack Scullion, national product sales manager, Veka. We know the pressure you're under. Window and door specification has become a high-stakes balancing act between tightening building regulations, ambitious energy targets, and ever-evolving design expectations – all delivered with the same resources and shorter deadlines than before. The reality is that success now depends as much on the tools and...
Stocked colours on a five-day lead time and an in-house powder coating plant are just two examples of how Stellar Aluminium gives fabricators a competitive advantage. Jon Foulds, key account manager for Stellar Aluminium Systems explains more. In a market where lead times are tightening and customer expectations are rising, the ability to offer speed without compromising on quality is...
By Ross Hartshorn, Sheerline’s technical production director. Customers are – or should be – at the forefront of every business. Afterall, how can a business function without customers? At Sheerline, everything we’ve done is built around the idea that the aluminium experience for fabricators and installers should be better. For us, that means offering a reliable service and innovative products...
Selecta Systems has launched a new set of window and door videos & animations to its growing customer base. Marketing manager, Mark Walker, explains how video and animation can transform the windows and doors market. As consumer attention spans shrink and the need to stand out in the home improvement sector continues to be more significant, businesses are turning to...
By Sarah Hitchings, sales & marketing director at The Residence Collection. While the window and door industry continues to face pressure from rising costs and price-driven competition, The Residence Collection stands out as a premium, design-led offering that continues to thrive by appealing to quality-conscious consumers. With a product range rooted in craftsmanship and performance, The Residence Collection tends to...
By Roger Hartshorn, CEO, Sheerline. Over recent years, ‘eco-friendly’ has become a popular selling point in the fenestration industry. But how many companies are truly sustainable – and how many are engaging in greenwashing? As environmental targets tighten and consumers demand transparency, it’s clear that some brands are presenting a green image while obscuring the true environmental cost of their...
Roger Hartshorn, CEO of Sheerlie, explains how strategic stock management has improved cash flow for Lister Window Systems. Positive cash flow is critical in manufacturing. Too often, businesses in our sector chase high sales volumes, only to struggle with delayed customer payments and cash shortages. Stockpiling inventory also ties up vital cash, which is especially risky amid supply chain uncertainty....