Posted On - 19/04/2019
The Saveheat Group recently chose to partner with CENSolutions, consultancy and test facility for the window, door and glazing industries. Alex Gray, managing director of the Saveheat Group, said: “It’s been a year since we appointed CENSolutions and during that time we’ve developed a fantastic relationship with them. Their expertise lies within our industry which ensures all of our products...
Posted On - 19/04/2019
ERA has purchased British smart security pioneer Y-cam, which will make ERA one of the most advanced and capable providers of smart security solutions for the home, the company said. Y-cam’s proprietary cloud platform, alongside its range of security cameras, alarms and sensors, will bring ERA ‘unrivalled’ expertise in the sector and substantial potential for further growth. According to a...
Posted On - 18/04/2019
Jon Vanstone is the compere for the FIT Theatre on day two of FIT Show 2019, as well as delivering a seminar on competency in the glazing industry. As chair of Certass, Certass Trade Association, Competent Persons Forum (CPF), Trade Association Forum (TAF) and Delivery Director of RoofCERT, Jon has an overview of the general construction industry, as well as...
Posted On - 18/04/2019
The Window Company (Contracts) has welcomed the decision by the FIT Show organisers to stage a free seminar on mental health at this year’s event. The company’s chairman David Thornton said it is an acknowledgement that many employers in the fenestration industry are aware that they need to do more to support the mental health of their workforce, but don’t...
Posted On - 17/04/2019
Record results for Roto products have been announced by Carl F Groupco. The hardware distributor reported that March 2019 was its best ever monthly sales for the range, with an 87% increase compared to March 2018. Figures over the last financial year are also extremely positive with sales of Roto products up by 90%. Carl F Groupco credits the quality...
Posted On - 17/04/2019
Yale will sponsor Smart Home Week 2019, which promises to showcase the best in smart home technology. Taking place between May 20 and 26, Smart Home Week will use live events and social media broadcasts to spread the benefits of smart home technology. Paul Atkinson, sales and commercial director for Yale Door and Window Solutions, said: “It’s great to be...
Posted On - 17/04/2019
Geze UK is sponsoring the Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS) Awards Dinner for the fifth consecutive year. The event showcases the best of Scottish architecture and will take place at The Assembly Rooms, Edinburgh, on May 30. Eighty-two entries have now been shortlisted to 19 projects, which will go head-to-head to compete for accolades for architectural achievement. They...
Posted On - 17/04/2019
Home improvement figures across Great Britain decreased throughout 2018 with the number of planning applications dropping by 2.8% compared with 2017, according to Barbour. The ‘Home Improvers of Great Britain 2019’ report, compiled by construction industry analysts Barbour ABI, shows that across Great Britain there were 2.8% fewer applications for home improvement in 2018 than in 2017. Despite a fall...
Posted On - 16/04/2019
The construction products manufacturing sector reported favourable results in the first quarter of 2019, with continued growth in the sales of products and materials; despite the environment of uncertainty relating to Brexit, manufacturers’ sales expectations for the next 12 months remained optimistic. The Construction Products Association’s State of Trade Survey for 2019 Q1 has revealed a balance of 46% of...
Posted On - 16/04/2019
Preliminary data indicates that total residential output increased by 5% in 2018 to £74.2 billion, according to the latest Construction and Housing Forecast Bulletin from AMA Research. This was underpinned by 8% increase in new work but with residential RMI remaining static at £30 billion. While both housing starts and completions have remained positive in 2018 there is some evidence...
Posted On - 16/04/2019
Smart Architectural Aluminium has been awarded a continuation of its BES 6001 V3.1 certification, the standard for responsible sourcing of construction products. As a result of the recent audit, the company’s certification has moved up from a ‘Good’ classification to ‘Very Good’, representing the highest rating for any UK systems company, the company said. Smart’s managing director Eddie Robinson said:...
Posted On - 16/04/2019
The manufacturing sector has the greatest potential for energy savings, yet many organisations are failing to act on opportunities to cut cost and carbon, according to new research. Manufacturers will need to comply with the Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme by December 2019, completing audits of their energy usage across operations to identify areas to save energy and cut costs. Ahead...
Posted On - 16/04/2019
Vertik-Al has invested in a Magic Compact horizontal power coating plant from Gema. The new system has only been in production for a short time and it is already delivering improvements, the company said. Lower powder consumption has had a direct impact on effectiveness and boosted Vertik-Al’s environmental credentials, while the quality of the finish and application of matt, gloss...
Posted On - 16/04/2019
The Glazerite UK Group will invest in excess of £1 million across its plants this year, to improve performance and capability across the business. The first step in the programme includes a new Stuga machine, which has recently been installed at Glazerite Northwest. The Stuga ZX5 automatic sawing and machining centre forms part of a major transformation of the Bolton-based...
Posted On - 16/04/2019
Fensa has launched its first-ever TV ad to make homeowners aware of the importance of choosing a Fensa-approved installation company, which allows them to get a Fensa certificate. The advert launched in March and will continue until the end of this year. Extensive social media presence will support the TV ad, alongside online programmatic advertising, and a TV sponsorship package....
Posted On - 16/04/2019
ER Certification has turned ten years old. Established in 2009, specifically to operate as an independent agency (IA) for the British Ratings Fenestration Council (BFRC), the company has grown and developed over the past decade into the go-to provider of certification schemes for window, door and sealed unit manufacturers. Managing director Bill Keating said: “When we started out, we had...
Posted On - 16/04/2019
Combilift’s Combi-PPT model won the safety category of the FLTA Awards for Excellence 2019 at the end of March. The Combi-PPT is a high-performance pedestrian-operated powered pallet truck, the first model of which was designed following a very specific request from a Combilift customer wanting to enhance operational safety and material flow in its manufacturing facilities. This proved to be...
Posted On - 16/04/2019
Joiners need easy access to PAS24 security certification for timber windows and doors to comply with Document Q of Building Regulations, according to OT Dare Joinery consultant Owen Dare, and one of the founder directors at The Joinery Network, newly launched to support joinery companies. “The Joinery Network booked two weeks at the testing house for an initial batch of...
Posted On - 03/04/2019
Visit Glass, the dedicated flat glass showcase set to debut at FIT Show 2019, has seen a number of high-profile brands sign up to exhibit at the NEC this May. The lineup has grown considerably in recent months to include the likes of Lisec, GGR Group, Flat Glass Solutions, Edgetech and Saint-Gobain. “Visitors can expect an impressive display of the...
Posted On - 03/04/2019
Pro-Fitter has seen positive take up of its offering since it launched a year ago, the training provider has reported. Lou Leka, Pro-Fitter’s director, said: “Since our launch last November, over 100 candidates have taken a variety of courses. We launched Pro-Fitter to help address the industry skills gap and these figures show we’re achieving what we set out to...
Copyright 2024 | Glass Times is the Industry Leading Magazine reaching 10,531 professionals each month. 100% individually reader requested | Sitemap