Posted On - 10/06/2025
Cheshire-based Glyngary Joinery, a trade-only supplier of timber windows and doors, has teamed up with digital marketing specialist, Nix Collective, to offer installer customers a free digital fitness audit – designed to help identify gaps in their online lead generation strategy. By partnering with Nix Collective, installers will receive expert insights into how their website, social media presence, and online...
Posted On - 10/06/2025
Yorkshire-based window manufacturer, Clearview, is celebrating its 15th year of operation. The firm manufacturers and installs aluminium doors, windows and roofing systems, with showrooms in both Huddersfield and Leeds. Originally formed with three members of staff, it has now grown to a 21-strong team. The past 15 years have also seen Clearview expand to larger premises to align with the...
Posted On - 04/06/2025
GGF training and technical manager John Mannell recently attended the UAP and FDM industry round table on behalf of the Glass and Glazing Federation group of companies. John’s attendance forms part of the GGF’s overall drive to represent proactively the interests of its members across the industry in all matters relating to compliancy and competency, particularly in the wake of...
Posted On - 04/06/2025
Veka has announced the start of a new partnership with Future Products, a Mansfield-based manufacturer and trade supplier of PVC-U windows, doors, composite doors, and conservatories. Future Products will be adopting Veka’s M70 system and the innovative Omnia suite. According to Veka, the development signals ‘a significant leap forward’ in Future Products’ product offering, enabling them to meet growing market...
Posted On - 04/06/2025
Low-carbon glass is expected to become a mainstream specification choice over the next five years, but concerns around its performance, cost and limited awareness are still preventing wider adoption today, according to new research from Pilkington. The study, conducted with 100 UK-based architects and specifiers, found that only 54% expect to frequently specify low-carbon glass within the next five years....
Posted On - 04/06/2025
PVC-U and aluminium machinery manufacturer, Kombimatec, appeared at the recent FIT Show for the first time since 2017 and came away with a signed order for one of the company’s high end CNC machines, in addition to enquiries that will keep it busy ‘for weeks to come’. “The FIT Show has been very good for us previously and we made...
Posted On - 04/06/2025
Jade and Alunet Systems have collaborated on the design, manufacture and supply of 25 punch tool machines to be rolled out to Alunet’s fabricator network, following the launch of the new Aluna+ system. Alunet had specified a lean, ‘minimalist’ design for the new punch tools, one that was easy to maintain, with simple functionality and low stock holding for replacement...
Posted On - 04/06/2025
Trade fabricator, John Fredericks Plastics, has invested in a new Graf Synergy SLS – single head CNC cill welder from Haffner. Alan Barnard, factory director for John Fredericks, said: “We are delighted to introduce this advanced machine to our production line up. Its precision and efficiency perfectly support our drive for continuous improvement and ensure we can consistently deliver the...
Posted On - 04/06/2025
Entries are now open for the G25 Awards, which will take place on Friday 28 November 2025, returning to the London Hilton Park Lane. Entries for the G25 Awards are free of charge and will be judged by a selected group of industry experts. The awards include: Best Business Initiative of the Year Commercial Project of the Year Component Supplier...
Posted On - 04/06/2025
Blairs Windows and Doors participated in the recent Armed Forces Covenant (AFC) Business Breakfast, hosted by Lowland Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Association (RFCA) in partnership with Trump Turnberry. Building on the success of last year’s inaugural event, the breakfast brought together over 200 guests, including Reservists, Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAVs), and representatives from more than 100 businesses and organisations...
Posted On - 27/05/2025
RegaLead is celebrating a successful return to the FIT Show 2025. The company says that its showcase of decorative glass and engineered door components attracted widespread attention and praise from visitors across the glazing and fenestration sectors. With a theme of ‘real products in real applications’, the RegaLead stand is said to have offered a ‘dynamic and tangible’ experience for...
Posted On - 27/05/2025
With AI a big part of conversations at FIT Show 2025, aluminium glazing specialist Glideline is encouraging the industry to turn chat into action by embracing and adopting the smart systems and intelligent processes available. While much of the industry buzz focused on the potential of AI to streamline operations and reduce inefficiencies, Glideline’s managing director, David Pickering, says his...
Posted On - 27/05/2025
Epwin Window Systems has confirmed its continued support for the G Awards by returning as a headline sponsor for the 2025 event. Gerald Allen, head of marketing at Epwin, said: “We’ve proudly supported the G Awards for many years, and we’re delighted to renew our commitment once again. The event stands out for its celebration of innovation and excellence, recognising...
Posted On - 27/05/2025
Fabricator, Dudley’s Aluminium, has taken a significant step towards net zero at its Cardiff site. The firm partnered with Inspire Green, a renewable energy company serving south Wales and south-west England, to install 192 high-efficiency solar panels on its production facility, as well as solar electric vehicle charging technology. The system will help Dudley’s Aluminium decarbonise its operations, reducing emissions...
Posted On - 27/05/2025
Deceuninck has announced the appointment of Peter Dyer as head of commercial, a strategic move aimed at accelerating customer growth in the commercial sector. Formerly managing director at commercial fabrication specialist, Dempsey Dyer, he brings a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities within the commercial window and door sector. “Commercial fabrication can be complex and uncertain, but it doesn’t...
Posted On - 27/05/2025
ESH (Projects), a commercial fabrication and installation specialist based in Ipswich, has partnered with AluK, a decision that is said to have been based upon a product range ideally suited to volume residential and light commercial markets, and an impressive package of customer support as standard. ESH (Projects) is reported to be looking to broaden its mid-market appeal, particularly amongst...
Posted On - 20/05/2025
By Andrew Wilkins, business strategy manager, Winkhaus UK. As the doors close on FIT Show 2025, at Winkhaus UK we are reflecting on what has been a landmark event, filled with energy, innovation, and collaboration. Our stand became a central hub for fabricators, installers, and industry leaders to experience the new product and service solutions we’ve launched, and the positive...
Posted On - 20/05/2025
Window Ware’s premium heritage hardware range, Regal Hardware, featured on the stands of several key partners and customers at the FIT Show, most notably The Residence Collection. Window Ware’s product manager, Rob Vaughan, and commercial director, Richard Bryant, joined the Residence team to engage with visitors and provide expert insights into the Regal Hardware range. Richard commented: “It was fantastic...
Posted On - 20/05/2025
Shropshire-based fabricator, Universal Trade Frames, has celebrated a successful return to the FIT Show. Visitors to the Universal Trade Frames stand were given the chance to win a shirt signed by reigning PDC world champion, 18 year-old Luke ‘The Nuke’ Littler, in the Countdown from 501 darts challenge, which saw Jason Cooke from Allglass scoop the coveted prize. Richard Hammond,...
Posted On - 20/05/2025
Ultraframe attended this year’s FIT Show to showcase the latest innovations on its hup! building system, along with developments to its most popular roof systems, and the latest marketing support on offer to customers. Alex Hewitt, marketing director, commented: “Our recently launched new innovations make the hup! system even more attractive compared to building with bricks and mortar. “We knew FIT Show...