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As advanced manufacturing technologies deliver big rewards for its customers, Universal Trade Frames says it’s the smaller details that really make the difference. When you’re selling into a premium market, attention to detail is really important, and that’s definitely what gives our installers a competitive edge,” says Richard Hamond, sales director at Shrewsbury-based fabricator, Universal Trade frames. “Combine that with...
Ultraframe has achieved an impressive health & safety milestone of 1,000 days without a Lost Time Injury (LTI). One of the core principles of the company’s health & safety procedures is that ‘nothing we do is worth injury to ourselves or others’, and this commitment emphasises that all actions, even those intended to be productive or efficient, should be approached...
Sternfenster has logged a record Complete & On Time In Full (COTIF) score in July, encompassing data from across its in-house production of PVC-U, aluminium and glass products, as well as its internal functions. With a variety of metrics measured, Sternfenster’s COTIF analysis spans the entire manufacturing chain; from maintaining stocks to ensure industry-leading lead times, to the delivery of...
Quickslide has been named winner of the FIT Show Awards Best Use of Social Media category. Despite it being a last minute decision to attend this year’s FIT Show, the Brighouse fabricator brought its usual high levels of energy and commitment to broadcasting highlights of each day through its social media channels. The company is known for its high impact...
When Warmer Roof decided to take control of their aluminium production and raise the bar for quality, the company didn’t just add new machinery – it is said to have redefined its entire operation. The Somerset-based firm, known for its high-performance roof systems, made a bold move: a £350,000+ investment into a new aluminium factory, equipped with precision-engineered solutions from...
Entrance Composite Door Solutions (ECDS) has launched a new apprenticeship initiative aimed at securing long-term skills development within its team, while continuing to deliver the high levels of quality and service trusted by trade installers across the UK. As part of the programme, Scott Ellward, head of the paintshop at ECDS’ Nottingham premises, has successfully completed his Level 3 team...
DoorCo has reported that its Flip cassette system is now used for 98% of all doors glazed through the company’s in-house prep service, with the other 2% being accounted for by the metallic finished Inox system. DoorCo’s strategy director, Mark Towers, the mind behind the Flip system, said: “The Flip glazing cassette system was created to plug a gap in...
SupaLite says it is reaching out to expand its fabricator network and adds that it is ready to help manufacturers of tiled conservatory roofs who are feeling the pressure of poor supply chains, not only keep up with demand, but grow with confidence. SupaLite prides itself on being ‘the most reliable and supportive’ roof system supplier in the UK. Even...
By Robert Thiroff, managing director, Profine UK. It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing away of Simon Coleman, technical manager for profine UK on Friday 8th August 2025. We have lost a cherished colleague, friend and a highly valued member of our technical team and his loss has resonated across the business and indeed the Profine...
Glazpart has marked an eight-year working relationship with Glazpartner, Direct Trade (Yorkshire). Established in 1998, Direct Trade is based in Doncaster and manufactures PVC-U windows and doors, composite doors, conservatory roofs and aluminium products. Like Glazpart, Direct Trade is said to have significantly invested in high-tech machinery and vehicles to ensure its work is to the highest quality and delivered...
Window and door manufacturer, Yorkshire Trade Windows, is set to unveil its latest composite door slab – featuring a host of hardware from long term supply partner ERA, as part of a complete door hardware package. As the Castleford company prepares to open its brand-new retail showroom, this new product development is said to reinforce its commitment to quality, innovation,...
Veka recently welcomed its fabricator partners for its annual partner day, which was held at Burnley’s Crow Wood Hotel. Following the success of last year’s event that saw the introduction of the Omnia suite, this year’s gathering once again brought partners together to reflect on a year marked by successful product launches and industry challenges. The day opened with a...
Ventilation specialist WindowMaster has collaborated with Veka to deliver EN 12101-2 certified smoke ventilation windows. To enhance the Halo System 10 and M70 window systems, Veka profiles are being utilised in collaboration with approved partners, Teal Products and L J Pratley & Partners. Each system will be fitted with WindowMaster’s proprietary actuators for smoke control. Smoke ventilation systems in buildings serve multiple critical...
Universal Trade Frames, has launched a new website – the Shropshire-based fabricator says it has been designed to reflect its premium product and service offer, and better serve its customer network. Designed with usability and trade accessibility in mind, the redesigned platform has been streamlined to improve the user experience. Key upgrades include easier navigation, updated product pages, new trade...
Reading-based Star Safety Glazing has signed a three-year supply agreement with Stellar Aluminium Systems, marking a significant shift in its aluminium window and door offering. The family-run business, owned by Bobby and Shila Sekhon, says it has made a strategic move away from its previous supplier to exclusively manufacture the Stellar system. The company was said to be impressed by...
Liniar has expanded its PVC-U thermal reinforcements range. Design and fabrication director, Daryl Fradley (Daz), explained: “The decision to enhance the range follows impressive market uptake since its initial rollout and underscores Liniar’s ongoing commitment to delivering high-performance, future-ready solutions for fabricators, installers and specifiers alike.” Designed as a sustainable and cost-effective alternative to traditional steel reinforcements, Liniar’s advanced PVC-U...
Business Pilot says it has kicked off its open training days tour in London, to ‘widespread success’. The first of four regional events took place at the Hilton, London Heathrow, with further dates in Birmingham, Glasgow and Bristol locked in for later this year. Designed to help Business Pilot users get the most from the CRM system, a tailored agenda...
The British Federation Rating Council (BFRC) has widened the scope of its onsite testing capabilities with the purchase of a Sparklike Laser Portable 2.1. According to the BFRC, the new kit will help reinforce its commitment to raise standards across the industry, and to support customers in determining IGU gas concentration in a non-invasive way. Richard Sellman, managing director at...
Greg Johnson, managing director of G-Award Fabricator of the Year Warwick North West, has welcomed the government's announcement of 120,000 new training opportunities and 30,000 new trade apprenticeships as a crucial step toward addressing the construction industry's persistent skills shortage. The Liverpool-based window and door manufacturer is said to have pioneered its own innovative approaches to workforce development under Greg’s...
Following discussions with ‘hundreds’ of window companies, Tommy Trinder has reported that salespeople that ‘price on the night’ – yet alone seek to close – have become ‘a minority breed’. “Over half of the installers we’ve spoken with say they send off for quotes from suppliers for every job,” said Chris Brunsdon, founder and CEO of Tommy Trinder. “Roughly a...