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At the time of writing, interest rates have been cut in an effort to encourage spending and boost economic growth. While this signals a shift in financial policy, it raises an important question for the glazing industry: Will homeowners feel more confident investing in home improvements, or will the cost-of-living crisis continue to limit consumer demand? Over the past two...
By Lauren Mawford, GGF head of operations. The glass and glazing industry presents unique challenges when it comes to health and safety. From handling heavy materials and working at heights to operating machinery and managing hazardous substances, ensuring the safety of workers is paramount. As the voice of the industry and with the intention of raising standards, this is something...
Nigel Headford, chief executive for the Council for Aluminium in Building (CAB) reflects on a month of change in the aluminium industry and highlights what’s on the horizon. March has been month of movement in the aluminium sector. Assa Abloy acquired Senior Architectural Systems as part of its strategy to align its pre-existing product offer with complementary building products. Eurocell...
The British Fenestration Rating Council (BFRC) will be joining the Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) stand at the upcoming FIT Show. Richard Sellman, BFRC managing director, commented: “The FIT Show is the only dedicated show in the UK to focus on our industry, which is why it’s important for us to have a presence there. “We’ve been really busy in...
The Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) has acquired the Association of Composite Door Manufacturers (ACDM), with all ACDM members transitioning into GGF membership. This strategic move is designed to provide significant benefits to existing GGF members and the newly acquired ACDM members. By joining forces, the two organisations say they will create ‘a more powerful and influential voice for the...
By Jon Vanstone, chair of Certass. As we step into 2025, the UK glazing industry finds itself at the heart of evolving standards and ambitious targets. Building Regulations, often seen as a compliance necessity, are much more than a set of rules. They form the foundation of quality and trust in construction and home improvement, shaping how we create safer,...
By Ben Wallace, managing director, GGF. The start of 2025 has seen the GGF Group launch the Glazing Journal. A new year and a new membership magazine that will boost engagement and communication for the GGF community. It was really important for us at the GGF to be able to find new ways in which to share the huge amount...
The Glass & Glazing Federation (GGF) says that it will have an enhanced presence at this year’s FIT Show, which will enable it to bring together the increasing number of its latest initiatives and projects designed to have a positive impact on its members. Partnering with FENSA, the stand (G40) will specifically focus on the latest information about the GGF’s...
The Glass & Glazing Federation has celebrated its first graduate to complete its Skilled Pathways Scheme. Ben Hill of Leicester Glass Company was in the first cohort of trainees to be put through the GGF’s SPS when it was first launched in 2023. Two years later he is in proud receipt of a recognised qualification which has been developed specifically...
By Ben Wallace, managing director of the Glass & Glazing Federation. I’m writing this as the newly appointed MD of the GGF. I’ve been with the GGF since 2012 and becoming the MD was a very proud moment for me personally. It also gives me a huge opportunity to drive the federation forward and become the powerful voice and positive influence the...
By Jon Vanstone, chair of Certass Trade Association. As chair of multiple industry committees, I have a front-row seat to the evolution of competence requirements across the built environment. With the Industry Competence Steering Group (ICSG) now restructured as part of the Industry Competence Committee (ICC) under the Building Safety Regulator (BSR), the changes coming down the line are set...
By David Palmer, GGF technical officer. The Glass and Glazing Federation, serving its members and the wider UK industry since 1976, is recognised for its wealth of technical expertise, its commitment to improving skills & competency, and for being the most influential trade body in the industry. But did you know that the GGF also offers a range of consultancy...
Jon Vanstone, chair of Certass TA, argues that showrooms have become a vanity project in a digital age. As we head into 2025, a trend in the glazing and home improvement sector is becoming increasingly clear: the traditional showroom is on its last legs. Once an essential tool for customer engagement, the showroom is beginning to look more like an...
By John Mannell, GGF technical officer. The glass and glazing industry is justifiably proud for the continued innovation and technological advances it has made for decades now and it could certainly be argued that in many facets we lead the way in the wider construction sector on that front. As the leading trade federation in our industry, the GGF is...
By Jon Vanstone, chair Certass TA. Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the way consumers shop for everything from everyday items to major home renovations, including window and door installations. For years, homeowners have relied on local tradespeople – experts who have built their reputations through word-of-mouth recommendations and quality workmanship. However, the rise of AI in consumer decision-making has introduced...
Concept Glazing has claimed the FENSA Installation of the Year Award with the trophy presented to the winning installer at the 2024 G Awards. The FENSA Installer of the Year Award recognises and celebrates the exceptional work done by FENSA approved installers throughout the year, with around 500,000 FENSA installations annually entered through an automatic system based on homeowner feedback...
By Jon Vanstone, chair, Certass Trade Association. Glazing is full of hardworking, talented individuals who often start as solo operators. They build a solid reputation, attract clients, and soon find themselves at a critical crossroads: How do I scale my business from a one-man band into a larger enterprise? It’s a question that I often hear, requiring careful planning, smart...
The GGF has harnessed the power of AI to develop a new online training initiative. We talk to John Mannell, GGF technical officer, to find out more. In a massive boost to its evolving range of member benefits, the Glass & Glazing Federation will be launching its brand-new online training platform, including its instructors ‘Clara’ (Comprehensive Learning And Resource Academy)...
The Glass and Glazing Federation’s new online training and development platform, incorporating its dedicated online tutor ‘Grace’, (which stands for Glazing Resources & Career Education) will launch to all current and prospective GGF members during a webinar to be held on 4th November. According to the GGF, this dynamic LMS (Learning Management System) will make it easier for members to...
The British Fenestration Rating Council (BFRC), has unveiled a brand-new website, offering the user not only a fresh and updated feel, but more functionality as well as practical help and support. Richard Sellman, managing director at BFRC, explained: “It’s no secret that we’ve been working on reinvigorating the BFRC brand, having recently launched our new look logo as well as...
