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Renolit has launched Exofol PFX Super-Matt, its new finish for exterior films. The company said it has combined the deep, dynamic wood texture VLF with a transparent PVDF layer, creating an extremely natural look. “This texture is practically indistinguishable from real wood, neither visually nor in terms of touch,” product manager Franz Josef Weber said. Exofol PFX Super-Matt is based...
Rapierstar’s technical support helped West Port achieve high performing fire rated door-sets, by eliminating the risk of failure during testing as a result of the incorrect choice and application of fasteners. Andy Tyas, operations director at West Port, said: “From the outset we wanted to create fire doors that offer performance that far exceeds the ratings they are awarded, demonstrated...
Bond It has introduced the WP100 Oxime Silicone formulation into its range of LMN products as a bigger, 400ml cartridge, aimed at sealant applicators. Available in seven colours, this exterior silicone is designed for PVCU window and door frame installations, offering rapid curing and excellent adhesion properties, the company said. The product is certified low Meko and contains additional PVCU...
Masterframe has used Swisspacer warm edge spacer bars inside its sealed units for the last 10 years. The company manufactures four styles of sash window, all of which use Swisspacer. Masterframe use Swisspacer Ultimate in both white and black, in sizes 8mm, 10mm, 14mm and 16mm. Ramon Rabett, technical director at Masterframe, said: “Swisspacer is ideal for fulfilling the PSI...
Panoramic Group has launched its new Floating Integral Blind system, a new product that allows users to manoeuvre the blinds from both the top and the bottom of the unit, providing a much more precise level of adjustment. The new manually operated floating integral blind is produced with warm edge spacer and Planitherm 4S Glass, and will be available initially...
Newly formed High Spec Glass (HSG) provides specialist lamination, bonding and installation services to key architects and constructors across the south of the country. Established by Martin and Mark Shorney, who both have extensive experience in the production of liquid and foil lamination and high performance laminated glass substrates, the company has already undertaken the multi-lamination of thick decorative glass...
A new online ordering system is set to make it easier than ever to buy from Edgetech, the company has announced. Unveiled at May’s FIT Show, the platform allows IGU manufacturers to pick a product, input quantities, finalise an order, and arrange deliveries. The system will even remember a user’s last purchases, making repeat orders easier. At the FIT Show,...
Thermoseal Group’s full range now includes 338 products manufactured both in its own spacer bar production facility and by its injection moulding division, which now produces more than 10 million mouldings per year. The group recently added a series of new sizes to its Thermobar Warm Edge range, including: 14.5mm, 18.5mm, 21.5mm and 23.5mm spacers with bespoke corner keys to...
Midland Pallet Trucks has added two new products to its offering in a bid to help warehouse staff gain a better idea of parcel and package weights to safeguard against injury and allow for more efficient materials handling. Regulations from the HSE Manual Handling Operations Regulations require employers to take appropriate steps to provide a general indication on weights for...
Bohle has launched its new high strength MS polymer mirror adhesive, Xtragrip MS. As a hybrid polymer adhesive, Xtragrip MS features a fast-curing, primerless fix – even on damp surfaces – combined with a high degree of workability. Xtragrip MS is neutral and free from silicone and isocyanate and has a curing speed of 2-3mm/24 hours compared to traditional silicone...
Freefoam has released a video of its commercial director Colin St John explaining the big changes to the roofline market over the last 20 years, and their implications for the future. Having spent the last 18 years with Freefoam, Colin has witnessed how the building industry and the market for building products have changed, particularly in the wake of the...
Roseview has become the latest member of Edgetech’s Dealership programme, through its glass supplier Double R. Dealership offers a range of support services to the network of IGU manufacturers, window fabricators and installers throughout the UK that buy Super Spacer. IGU manufacturers like Double R benefit from leads and a range of marketing material, and fabricators like Roseview also receive...
The UK premiere of Skai Woodec at the FIT Show in Birmingham was special, according to manufacturer Continental. The new foil was not only presented at the Continental stand, but also on windows and doors at partner stands. Dominik Doerr, senior sales manager at Continental, said: “Especially with the new corner welding, which perfectly imitates the butt joint of a...
The Window Widgets stand at the FIT Show was resplendent in pink with corporate polo shirts to match. The company also won the award for most visitor registrations, thanks to its e-mail and social media campaigns. Window Widgets promoted a wide range of ancillaries for the PVCU, aluminium and composite door sectors, while highlighting the importance of CE Marking on...
An app that allows you to open and close your electronic integral blinds from your mobile phone or tablet proved a hit for Morley Glass and Glazing at this year’s FIT Show, the company reported. Ian Short, managing director at Morley Glass and Glazing said: “We had an amazing show with huge amounts of interest in our complete range of...
ISO-Chemie joined with profile supplier Kommerling, glass processor St Gobain and several other industry specialists at the FIT Show to provide a comprehensive ‘cradle-to-grave’ service. Spanning everything to do with fenestration, customers taking advantage of the partnership are set to benefit from exclusive preferential rates and direct expertise around product specification, window sales, installation, aftercare and technical support. With sector...
The 2019 FIT Show proved to be a successful exhibition for Improveasy, the company said. Members of the team showcased its popular installer finance packages, designed to help installers achieve bigger and better sales. Improveasy caught the attention of visitors with its ‘Buy Now Pay Later’ finance package, which allows installers to offer flexible finance at the point of sale...
Hodgson Sealants launched its next generation HY-Spec 25 hybrid sealant for installers to great acclaim at the FIT Show, the company said, while presenting its heritage glazing systems. HY-Spec 25 is paintable, UV stable, suitable for interior or exterior use, can be applied in damp conditions, and is permanently elastic. Available in white, black, grey, anthracite grey and brown, it...
HiTech Blinds has said levels of interest in its new aluminium TRL90 Rooflight, which features an automatic integrated blind as standard, at this year’s FIT Show far exceeded its expectations. Suitable for new-build installation or retro-fit across residential and commercial markets, the slimline HiTech Aluminium TRL90 Rooflight is supplied with a white pleated and fully retractable, remote-controlled integrated blind as...
ExtrudaSeal has said it received high levels of interest in its range of gaskets and ancillaries at this year’s FIT Show. Attending the event for the third time, the specialist manufacturer and supplier said installers and fabricators were there to ‘do business’, recognising the benefits that direct supply could deliver in improved performance and reduced costs. Paul James, sales director...