Whiteline Manufacturing has announced that it will absorb its aluminium surcharge in full with immediate effect, resulting in a direct reduction in prices for its customers.

The move, effective from 1st July, will result in lower prices, with no reduction in product quality or service levels, according to Whiteline.

The announcement comes at a time when economic uncertainty is continuing to squeeze margins across the fenestration sector.

Whiteline has confirmed that its aluminium lead times now stand at just three weeks, which it says are significantly ahead of the industry average of four to six weeks.

The PVC-U surcharge remains under active review, with Whiteline confirming it is working to address this as its next priority.

Louise Evans, group managing director at Whiteline Manufacturing, said:

“We understand the cost pressures many of our customers are facing right now, and we want them to know that we are firmly on their side.

“Absorbing the aluminium surcharge in full is one practical way we can help ease that pressure and give our partners greater confidence when pricing and securing work. Our customers rely on us for quality, service and reliability, and with our current three-week aluminium lead times, we are focused on giving them the support they need to stay competitive and keep moving forward.”