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Doorco has launched a new glass collection, which has been created from a widened network of door glass suppliers and contains more than 40 styles of decorative glass. “Door glass is now an integral part of a door’s design and customers increasingly look to Doorco as a single supply point for all their door components,” Dan Sullivan, Doorco’s MD, said....
Given that it is the first Emmegi Comet R4I model to be installed in the UK, ‘Here Cometh the Comet’ seems an appropriate title for a two-minute time-lapse video which charts the arrival of the five-axis CNC machine at Alitex’s factory in rural Hampshire. https://vimeo.com/475105618/ad6960415c Alitex manufactures high-end Victorian-style aluminium greenhouses and conservatories and already has ten Emmegi machines installed,...
Pyroguard Firesafe is the new range of modified toughened fire safety glass from Pyroguard. This monolithic solution is designed to meet individual specification requirements and fulfills customers’ expectations on lead time and availability, the company said. Pyroguard Firesafe is manufactured in both the UK and France to effectively service the European and export markets. Offering varying levels of fire protection...
New hardware has been added to the Stellar bifold door that will help increase the product’s appeal, the company has reported. Paul Booth, design director at Aluminium Products, said: “The new Stellar bifold door hardware allows for an increase in sash sizes of 1,200mm x 2,500mm with a maximum height plus width of 3,500mm. This allows the Stellar bifold to...
Weru UK is relaunching its front door offering with improved configurations and designs. This will allow customers to take full advantage of the latest advances in materials, security, and energy efficiency while having a beautiful front door by investing in a quality aluminium front door engineered in Germany, the company said. Applications in sandstone, slate, concrete, ceramics, wood decor or...
Following on from a review of their company and brand with brand strategy specialist Benubi, Coastal Group invested in a rebrand and in an advanced ecommerce web platform. Coastal MD Loren said: “We had a growing portfolio of own brand door and window hardware and were concerned not to dilute their presence, or confuse our customers, with multiple brands. We...
Carl F Groupco is a stockist for Maco’s new MKV shootbolt. Developed and designed alongside fabricators and installers, the MKV provides advanced window security, the company said. Special features of the MKV include a slimmer, smaller 21mm universal backset to cater for all eurogroove depths, enhanced cam design, and lower operating forces on handle movement. Testing standards are assured as...
Schüco has improved the technical values of its ASS 70 FD bifold system, which has resulted in fewer aluminium sightlines. The Schüco ASS 70 FD bifold system offers a wide choice of opening types, is fully adjustable, has even larger opening widths, and promises extremely quiet movement, the company said. The new maximum vent width of 1,500mm is available in...
Endurance Doors now offers new door knockers from cult hardware manufacturer Brass Bee. The Door Designer from Endurance Doors already adopts several contemporary and traditional knockers, but these latest additions add a feel of both luxury and exclusivity This range of knockers includes the designs of bumble bee, dragonfly, dog/cat paw and sea shell in a range of finishes, helping...
Ronjack is using its nationwide distributor network to bring Oakio wood plastic composite products direct to window and conservatory installation companies. Ronjack’s managing director Katie Morley said: “The low-maintenance, non-slip decking has taken the American market by storm, so this established brand offers an easy bolt-on for glazing installers fitting conservatories, garden rooms bifolding and sliding doors. It means the...
Kenrick is urging fabricators and installers to specify high security hardware products to help homeowners protect their homes against ‘sneak-in’ and ‘home invasion’ burglaries. Steve Williams, Kenrick’s sales and marketing director, said: “Many police forces have reported a rise in the number of sneak-in thefts and home invasion burglaries as the restrictions have continued and we want to remind people...
Eurocell has launched the latest addition to its Skypod range: the Skypod Plus. The three designs in the new premium roof lantern range offer a choice of grey, white and black outer frames; the last of which was released in 2019 as the Eurocell Skypod Black Edition. All feature the same aluminium ridge, rafters and top caps that provide exceptional...
The new AW CT 72 window system from Schüco combines the timeless design and intelligent technology that are reflected across its product portfolio, the company has announced. Designed for cost-efficient and simple fabrication, the system can be used in both residential and commercial settings. The level of prefabrication of Schüco AW CT 72 can be increased through profile processing leading...
More developers are placing balconies at the centre of future projects as lockdown has placed further emphasis on the need for homes that maximise space and daylight, according to Rehau. Responding to this increase in demand for such design-led specification products, Rehau has unveiled a new Juliet balcony, Skyforce. Architect Alison Brooks publicly stated that housing should feature more balconies...
Installers using the AdminBase business management system from Ab Initio can now take advantage of the Campaigns marketing tool. Campaigns allows installation companies to select the leads and customer data they wish to target directly from AdminBase, without using third-party software. Users can then create effective email, SMS, letter or phone marketing campaigns, which can be followed up by tele-canvassers...
Yale and Pearl Windows Systems have worked together to deliver the Signature ‘Lakes’ composite doors collection. Security hardware from Yale includes: the Yale AutoEngage lock; Platinum 3-Star cylinder; and the TS008 letter plate. Featuring comprehensive suite of Yale door hardware, this new range of composite doors is offered with the Yale Lifetime Security Guarantee, which includes up to £3,250 towards...
CWG Choices is standardising on Ultion premium locks. CWG Choices managing director Chris Powell said the company switched to Ultion because of the brand awareness for both consumers and trade customers. “We know Ultion gives comfort and credibility to consumers, and our partnership is at the forefront of security,” he said. “Ultion has all the security accreditations and provides a...
Saint-Gobain Glass has launched Miralite Pure, a lead and solvent-free mirror, which is aimed at eco-conscious customers. Saint-Gobain removed lead from its mirrors more than 10 years ago. The next step has been to remove the solvent used in the silver protection paint. This has now been achieved with Miralite Pure and the solvent has been replaced by a water-based...
Endurance Doors has launched a new grained slate grey finish, expanding its door slab colours and finishes to 20, inside and out. The introduction of slate grey expands the number of grey options to four, and it sits between anthracite grey and elephant grey in the range, along with the heritage-inspired and lighter pearl grey. There are also 29 different...
Kestrel Home Improvements said the Framepoint sales and quoting app helped the company embrace remote selling, and has kept the order books full since. Managing director Mark Ramsey said: “We sold 12 jobs over lockdown and 30 jobs immediately afterwards, all using Framepoint. Our order books have been full ever since. It paid for itself with the first job.” Kestrel...