Posted On - 25/01/2022
Sash window specialist, Victorian Sliders, says it is ‘laying the foundations for future growth’ with the appointment of a new group managing director. Steve Winslet brings over two decades of manufacturing expertise to the firm, and a track record of driving growth and improvement at some of construction’s leading brands. Initially, Steve will work under the guidance of company founder...
Posted On - 25/01/2022
Drastic changes to customers’ ordering patterns are said to have given rise to some head scratching at VBH’s sales and distribution centre in Swansea recently. The Swansea centre serves VBH’s customers in Wales and South West England, and it had become apparent that more stock needed to be held locally to help react most efficiently to the requirements of customers...
Posted On - 25/01/2022
UAP has launched a complete range of Firemongery fire door products designed to help customers select the right certified solutions in three easy steps. Firemongery is the UAP brand that specialises in fully-tested and certified ironmongery and locking products for use in compliant fire door installation. The new range is designed specifically for builder’s merchants, trade counters and wholesalers as...
Posted On - 25/01/2022
The Consultancy is working on further developments to Epwin’s Connect online customer portal. At launch, Epwin Connect gave Epwin’s customers access to marketing, technical and commercial support tools and provided them with retail and commercial leads. There are also links to external providers for training, finance and insurance backed guarantees, rolling discounts deals on things like workwear and an option...
Posted On - 25/01/2022
Birmingham fabricator, Shelforce, is looking to increase its capacity to cope with demand for its Fireshel 30-minute fire resistant door. After launching the Fireshel into the market in 2020, sales of the door are said to have exceeded expectations last year for local authority projects in Birmingham. From a standing start, Shelforce was manufacturing 70 fire doors a week from...
Posted On - 25/01/2022
Andrew Scott, founder of Purplex Marketing, has taken a significant stake in Augmented Reality Creations, a 3D and AR technology company that helps installers improve customer experience and sell more conservatories. The firm was established by three Exeter University computer science graduates and gained backing from Andrew Scott’s venture fund, Knightstone Capital. The ARC Design platform sits within an installer’s...
Posted On - 25/01/2022
Morley Glass says it will be showcasing its largest ever range of Uni-Blinds at this year’s FIT Show. The 110m2 Morley Glass exhibition stand – N31 – will be a chance to see the two newest Uni-Blinds integrated blind systems which have been developed since the last FIT Show in 2019. Morley Glass says it is anticipating strong interest in...
Posted On - 25/01/2022
Insight Data, the glazing industry research and data company, has reported another decline in companies active in the market. The latest report shows some stark facts and figures - but it’s not all bad news says Alex Tremlett, Insight’s operations manager, who points to consolidation creating further opportunities in the industry. We revealed some interesting trends at the Glazing Summit,...
Posted On - 25/01/2022
CR Laurence (CRL) has signed up to exhibit at FIT Show 2022. Simon Boocock, MD of CRL Europe, commented: “FIT Show offers a very effective way for us to introduce our brand and range of solutions to new customers within the glass and glazing industry, as well as to highlight new products to existing customers and gain their feedback. “The...
Posted On - 25/01/2022
Multiple Epwin products have been used in a project near Shrewsbury, where an ageing outhouse was replaced by a new build extension using a combination of Optima and Stellar solutions. The contract was won by Oswestry Window and Doors. Owner, Matthew Dunne-Smith, commented: “The homeowner wanted a new extension across the back of the home to open up the space...
Posted On - 25/01/2022
Emplas has increased the capacity of its nationwide delivery fleet with the addition of a new, more fuel-efficient Volvo FM Rigid truck. Representing an investment of more than £117,000, the new 18-tonne vehicle combines the latest Euro 6 emissions standards with modern aerodynamics, helping to improve fuel efficiency by 50% compared to older models. With two additional Volvo’s on order,...
Posted On - 25/01/2022
Emmegi (UK) has announced that it will be back exhibiting at the FIT Show in May, with a stand showcasing a mix of its newest and most popular machines. After three years away, Emmegi says it will be a chance for new and existing customers to chat to the team and enjoy some classic Italian-style hospitality. Managing director, Ian Latimer,...
Posted On - 25/01/2022
Carl F Groupco has successfully secured a tender to continue full hardware supply to one of the largest social housing providers in Wales, Tai Tarian. Having supplied window and door hardware for the past five years, the contract has recently been awarded for another three to five years. Servicing over 9,000 properties in the Neath Port Talbot County Borough, Tai...
Posted On - 25/01/2022
Aluminium bi-fold hardware supplier, AT Precision, says it has doubled its turnover in the past 12 months, thanks to careful investments, expanded product ranges, and a continued dedication to excellent customer service, despite a ‘very challenging’ period for the industry. Sales director, Michael Hewitt, commented: “In the summer of 2021, we’d seen a 342% sales increase since we opened our...
Posted On - 25/01/2022
With the state of the market looking very different now to how it did at the end of the first national lockdown, it’s likely things will become much tougher for the industry in 2022 – especially as the surge in demand calms. That’s the view of Andrew Scott, managing director of Purplex, the full-service marketing agency for the fenestration and...
Posted On - 19/01/2022
Checkatrade is set to make its debut at the 2022 FIT Show, which is returning to the NEC between 10 - 12 May. Checkatrade is the UK’s number one website for finding a tradesperson, with 44,000 trade members across the UK. It will be exhibiting at FIT Show to raise awareness of the benefits of membership and to talk to...
Posted On - 18/01/2022
By Anthony C Jones Chairman, National Federation of Glaziers Some amendments to Part L [Building Regulations] will be positive for consumers, as they will impose a minimum B energy rating or lower 'u' values, and ultimately reduce household energy bills. However, a proposed amendment to Part F, which regulates a home’s ventilation has, under the cover of Christmas and lobbying...
Posted On - 18/01/2022
By Chris Beedel, head of government advocacy & stakeholder relations, Glass & Glazing Federation Following much anticipation and discussion, the government’s updated Approved Document ADF1 (Ventilation) was published on 15 December 2021 for implementation in mid-June 2022. It has the potential to profoundly impact the glazing industry and homes across the UK. Since publication, the GGF and FENSA have analysed...
Posted On - 18/01/2022
Ultraframe has announced a new addition to its webinar training programme, with an upcoming live event covering everything there is to know about the company’s structural support solutions including the recently launched Goalpost. Hosted by Ultraframe brand manager, Lucy Wall, the event takes place on Tuesday February 8 and will cover the following topics: Ultraframe structural support solutions overview Lateral...
Posted On - 18/01/2022
Despite a challenging trading period for the industry, arched frame manufacturer, Premier Arches, has reported a 94% sales uplift in the past 12 months, making 2021 its most successful year yet. Managing director, Sean Greenall, attributes this success to an increased demand for bespoke arched and angled frames across the country, matched with the unique and specialised service the company...
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