Hart & Co celebrate 20 years with Rehau

Skelmersdale-based fabricator Hart & Co has celebrated a 20-year partnership with Rehau.

The company manufactures the Total70C and Rauferno systems.

“We started out in joinery in 1979, but after we identified a change in client demands, we expanded our offering with a second factory that supplied PVC solutions,” explained Chris Hart, director at Hart & Co.

“Rehau was such a well-established name at the time, they were a clear first choice. Immediately we recognised the high-quality technical support offered to us on the end of the phone. Matched with their ability to spot a gap in the market and complete all R&D necessary to supply us with regulation-compliant solutions, Rehau really provide a complete package as a profile provider.”

As compliance with the Decent Homes Standard became customary, Hart & Co added the Rauferno range and compatible Automatic Opening Vents (AOVs) to its portfolio.

The manufacturer now prides itself in being one of few UK businesses to be third-party approved to manufacture and offer a fire-rated window solution.

“Occupant safety has become a huge priority in recent years, with specifiers required to consider their building materials more carefully than ever,” Chris added. “The demand for fire-rated windows and smoke vent solutions has grown considerably and we are proud to be able to provide solutions that meet tightening regulations through Rehau.

“There aren’t many other systems houses that provide fire-rated windows – it’s quite a niche product despite its requirement in the market. Moving forward we’d like to continue to grow this offering and with Rehau’s help, become the number one supplier of fire-rated solutions.”