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Posted On - 23/07/2024
Garnalex has gained a Qualicoat Seaside Class licence for optional powder coating protection when in more exposed conditions, such as within 5km of a coastline. Martin Froggatt, Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality Manager at Garnalex, commented: “This ensures our products are manufactured to the highest standards for use in seaside and coastal environments and provides the highest levels of quality...
Posted On - 23/07/2024
Liniar is gearing up to launch its latest innovation in home enhancements – Spaces outdoor rooms. The product range which will officially launch at the Great Caravan Motorhome & Holiday Home Show in Harrogate on 6-12 September. Sales director, Nigel Bishop, said: “During the COVID-19 pandemic, demand for garden rooms surged as people sought versatile spaces to accommodate remote work,...
Posted On - 23/07/2024
Fenster Fabrications has purchased two Kombimatec double mitre saws to help grow its trade custom and future-proof the business. Fenster manufactures and supplies high-end aluminium solutions for trade and commercial customers. Installed in their fabrication unit in Torquay, their new Kombimatec DGS560 large capacity electronic double mitre saw will help meet demand for larger, custom-sized windows and doors. A second...
Posted On - 23/07/2024
By Cyncly’s sales manager, Greg Beachim. Since 2019, the window fabrication industry has faced significant upheaval, with a 60% reduction in fabrication. This concerning trend underscores the critical need for robust succession planning and future-proofing strategies. The industry, which once thrived during the 1980s' ‘white gold’ era, is now grappling with a challenging market, leaving many fabricators questioning the viability...
Posted On - 23/07/2024
Epwin Window Systems customer, The Fascia Place, has announced that all Profile 22 windows and doors manufactured by its in-house fabrication division, Our Factory, are now Yale SensCheck-compatible as standard. Mark Lilley, head of sales and marketing at The Fascia Place, said: “The decision to add SensCheck will bring even more value to our PVC-U window and door offering and...
Posted On - 16/07/2024
‘Future ready together’ was the theme of this year’s Eurocell fabricator forum, which was attended by over 80 fabricators. Eurocell’s message to its fabricator partners is reported to have been ‘one of unity’, and that its ‘technical expertise, innovation and vision’ will support fabricators with the knowledge, tools and products they need to grow. According to Eurocell, this year’s forum...
Posted On - 16/07/2024
Yale and Heritage Trade Frames are celebrating a year of partnership since the trade frame fabricator became an official partner for SensCheck, Yale’s range of integrated smart door and window sensors. The year has seen Heritage Trade Frames build its own showroom and training area that showcase the benefits of SensCheck. Paul Culshaw, managing director of Heritage Trade Frames, commented:...
Posted On - 16/07/2024
Veka has hosted a 'Designing out Crime with Veka' day in a drive to support advancement of security standards in the construction industry. The system supplier invited 17 ‘Designing Out Crime Officers’ (DOCOs) from across the UK to its 400,000ft2 production facility in Burnley, Lancashire to delve into the intricacies of security standards and showcase how Veka consistently achieves industry...
Posted On - 16/07/2024
Over 200 Profile 22 casement windows and over 100 doors have been specified and fitted at the Lavender Fields Care Village, a newly developed retirement living complex situated just outside Barmby Moor village in Yorkshire. The development includes a care home, 25 close-care bungalows and The Hub, a multifunctional facility featuring a bar, café, wellness centre, gym, hairdressers, nail bar/therapy...
Posted On - 16/07/2024
By Nigel Headford – CAB chief executive. If you already supply architectural aluminium for commercial or home improvement markets, or you’re just getting into aluminium fabrication and installation, you will no doubt have questions about the material, standards and legislation. If so, a membership of the Council for Aluminium in Building, CAB, is for you and your business. The Council...
Posted On - 16/07/2024
Suffolk-based Caribbean Blinds, which manufactures premium patio awnings, louvered pergolas and external blinds to residential, commercial and trade clients, has been recognised for its work at the recent East Anglian Daily Times Business Awards 2024, where it was awarded Medium Business of the Year. This year’s event, held at Kesgrave Hall, near Ipswich, was based around the theme of sustainability, and Caribbean Blinds rose to the challenge of...
Posted On - 16/07/2024
Neil MacWatters has been appointed by Anglo as a key account manager, tasked with building and maintaining relationships with systems houses and fabricators who buy steel reinforcement, while exploring new market opportunities for Anglo’s roll-formed metal products. “I’ve been working in the window industry for about eight years now, working closely with fabricators on behalf of a large systems company,”...
Posted On - 09/07/2024
Victorian Sliders has announced the relaunch of its Installation of the Month competition, with installers encouraged to submit high-quality photographs that showcase their latest EcoSlide projects. Entries will be judged on their craftsmanship, attention to detail, and overall visual appeal. Each month, the winning installer will receive a free window up to the value of £380 the next time they...
Posted On - 09/07/2024
Gareth Green, technical director at UK machinery company, Stuga Machinery, has signed up for the PiGs Charity of the Year Challenge to climb Mount Kilimanjaro for Kelly’s Heroes. With not long to go until the team leaves on 12 September 2024, Gareth is the 14th person from the glazing industry and joins a committed team of climbers. He’s no newcomer...
Posted On - 09/07/2024
SafeGuard Glass and Glazing has secured a two-year sponsorship deal and is now an official club partner at Peterborough United FC. The glazing business, based in Peterborough is known nationally as a manufacturer of insulated glass units for use in windows, doors and rooflights. The company also has an installations division, SGi, offering a range of glazing services to both domestic...
Posted On - 09/07/2024
Rehau has revealed a revamp of its windows and doors showroom at the London Building Centre whilst simultaneously improving a number of customer showrooms. The company’s Ross-on-Wye headquarters, Blaenau Ffestiniog factory, and Manchester sales office have also been updated with the latest product launches and new displays. The refurb features some of the latest products from Rehau, including the new...
Posted On - 09/07/2024
Genius PVC Trade Frames, a Kömmerling trade fabricator, has marked its fifth year in business with a £2m machinery investment in an eight-headed welder and cleaning line, plus a second Schirmer machining centre. The company was established in 2019 by industry veterans David Eagle and Peter Dyson. “This investment will enable us to not only significantly speed up operations in...
Posted On - 09/07/2024
DoorCo has upgraded to electric forklift trucks, which have been supplied by industrial truck manufacturer, Jungheinrich. Mark Towers, head of operations at DoorCo, commented: "The decision to upgrade to electric forklifts in our manufacturing facility brings numerous benefits. Not only does the switch reduce our carbon footprint but also highlights our dedication to the well-being of our workforce through advanced safety...
Posted On - 09/07/2024
The Ultion-Lock website, developed and managed by the team at BM Group company, The Consultancy, is reported to be enjoying record levels of traffic in 2024 and increased customer engagement. Nick Dutton, CEO of Ultion, said: “Over the past ten years, The Consultancy have done exceptional work in developing and maintaining our website, and our partnership with them has certainly...
Posted On - 03/07/2024
Thermoseal Group has been acquired by Fenzi Group Spa (Fenzi), a Milan-based chemical company specialising in glass processing solutions, in a deal that marks a significant milestone for both companies, and promises to open up new opportunities for customers of both companies. Fenzi has agreed to buy a 100% shareholding in Thermoseal Group for an undisclosed amount, which includes manufacturing...
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