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Posted On - 15/07/2019
Howells Patent Glazing has launched its new glass rafter rooflight, Ultraline, which was unveiled at the FIT Show. Designed to maximise daylight, Ultraline allows for larger expanses of glass. Each joint is supported by a glass rafter, or fin, which reinforces the structure without breaking the sightline. The low-pitch aluminium rooflight typically measures 2.4m long and 1.2m wide, ideal for...
Posted On - 15/07/2019
Conservatory Outlet has launched a new flat roof extension; unveiled to its UK-wide network of retailers at an exclusive launch event. The product offers an alternative to traditional timbered flat roofs, with its lightweight frame making it a configurable pre-manufactured flat roofing system. Compatible with several lantern and flat skylights in the Conservatory Outlet range, its understated appearance makes the...
Posted On - 15/07/2019
The replacement conservatory roof sector is booming, but installers must consider installing Prefix’s Retro-Fix posts, given the potential catastrophic events of a structural failure, the company said. With tired polycarbonate glazed roofs being replaced with glass or solid, tiled roofs, the additional load bearing must be assessed. Prefix said there’s a duty of care to consumers and so the sales,...
Posted On - 03/07/2019
Prefix has hailed the opening of its new flagship showroom ‘a huge success’, as the industry’s media and customers enjoyed the event, getting hands-on experience with a range of products and systems on display. After several months in construction, the new showroom was developed to showcase the entire Prefix product range that includes glass roofs, solid roofs, rooflights, Verandah and...
Posted On - 21/06/2019
Liniar has launched a square version of its Elevate lantern style roof, Elevate: Elevate Squared. The new square version of the Elevate lantern which was exhibited at the FIT Show offers even more choice for homeowners wishing to introduce more light into their orangeries and flat roof extensions, the company said. Elevate is supplied in kit format with everything needed...
Posted On - 14/06/2019
Milwood Group has hailed The FIT Show 2019 as the most successful exhibition in company history, with a record number of enquiries for its range of premium aluminium verandas, canopies and shelter solutions. Operating across two stands, visitors focused their attention on Milwood’s new product lines, officially launched at The FIT Show. The first was Simplicity Xtra, Milwood’s new easy-fit...
Posted On - 13/06/2019
Ultraframe has carried out consumer research to understand the key trends that are driving home improvement projects. Key findings were that while the over-riding driver behind such projects is the need for additional space, the desire for the type of space has evolved, with open-plan living continuing to grow in popularity. Many consumers also favour conservatories that are more akin...
Posted On - 11/06/2019
Eurocell has broadened its range of lantern roofs with the new flagship Skypod Black Edition. The latest Skypod features a premium all-matt black external frame, adding to the range of six architectural colours already available. Aluminium ridge and rafter top caps offer exceptional weather performance and UV stability, which historically have been particular challenges with black roofing products. The result...
Posted On - 10/06/2019
Made for Trade pre-launched the new Korniche Aluminium Bi-Folding Doors alongside the established and successful Korniche Aluminium Roof Lantern at this year’s FIT Show. The new bifolding doors welcomed visitors from the Hall 6 entrance in a pavilion style stand, with a further four-leaf door set inside enclosing a space showcasing the new bifolding doors. Features include: fully assembled doors;...
Posted On - 10/06/2019
Leka Systems launched the Leka Xi Modular Conservatory Base System at the FIT Show. Rhys Hoddinott, managing director of Leka Systems, said: “It is a new modular extension that raises the bar in thermally efficient home extensions or garden rooms. And due to the intelligent design, it can be constructed in just three to five days.” Leka Xi is a...
Posted On - 14/05/2019
Leka Systems will be unveiling the Leka Xi Conservatory Base System at this year’s FIT Show. Rhys Hoddinott, managing director of Leka Systems, said: “The Leka Xi Conservatory Base System is a new modular extension that raises the bar in thermally efficient home extensions or garden rooms. And due to its intelligent design, they can be constructed in just three...
Posted On - 13/05/2019
Apeer has unveiled the Lumi2 rooflight, a product that is aimed at the retrofit market, and which has been designed to complement the existing Lumi2 window and lift and slide door as part of the manufacturer’s ‘extend and renovate’ package. The rooflight offers the same edge-to-edge ‘frameless’ aesthetics that feature on the original Lumi window, but with a slimmer 70mm outerframe...
Posted On - 13/05/2019
Leka Systems unveiled the Leka Xi Conservatory Base System at this year’s FIT Show. Rhys Hoddinott, managing director of Leka Systems, said: “The Leka Xi Conservatory Base System is a new modular extension that raises the bar in thermally efficient home extensions or garden rooms. And due to its intelligent design, they can be constructed in just three to five...
Posted On - 09/05/2019
Tradesmith is seeing demand increase for high quality conservatories thanks to its partnership with Ultraframe, the company said. The range includes nine different designs, from traditional lanterns to contemporary orangery-styles. Each conservatory is individually manufactured by the trade fabricator, with full in-house design and support. Mark Hutchinson, MD of Tradesmith, said: “Our installer customers are always looking for products that...
Posted On - 09/05/2019
Ultraframe’s Ultrasky PVCU lantern is now available in smooth anthracite grey foil on a reduced lead time of just five days, and at a far more competitive price, the company said. Ultraframe’s marketing director Alex Hewitt said: “Where previously a grey Ultrasky lantern would have been sprayed, or featured aluminium cappings, both our fabricators and kit customers can now get...
Posted On - 01/05/2019
Ultraframe has announced new dates for its popular solid roof sales training course, which helps installation companies to sell its Ultraroof system. The objective of this course is to equip salespeople with the knowledge they need about the product and the tools to assist them with the sale. Ultraframe’s marketing director Alex Hewitt said: “During the course you’ll learn about...
Posted On - 25/04/2019
Leka Systems has introduced the new Leka Eco range, an extension of the Leka Warm Roof and Leka Orangery roof products but at a more competitive pricing point. Rhys Hoddinott, director of Leka Systems, said: “With the options of Leka Eco, Leka Eco+ and Leka Eco++, fabricators have a comprehensive product range offering U-values from 0.18W/m²K to 0.12W/m²K.” In the...
Posted On - 25/04/2019
Prefix Systems has just updated its 20-page WarmRoof Product Guide with additional technical information, new CGIs and cross-sectional images, along with the new plasterboard finish default option for the triple glazed hybrid variant. Other recent additions to the hybrid variant include the now standardised plasterboard finish with the Opus hardwood upgrade option, and Tapco slate effect tiles as an alternative...
Posted On - 21/04/2019
SupaLite has introduced the Sky Vista hybrid roof system, which combines SupaLite’s lightweight tiled roof with high-performance glazed panels. This allows consumers to have the thermal performance of a SupaLite system, while benefitting from higher levels of natural light. Sky Vista has been a popular request among SupaLite fabricators and installers, the company said, and joins SupaLite’s range of replacement...
Posted On - 18/04/2019
Milwood Group has promised a world first at The FIT Show when it launches Ali-deck, its new aluminium decking system. Ali-deck is a quick fit, slip-resistant decking system designed for both domestic and commercial settings. Milwood Group claims Ali-deck is faster to install than both timber and composite decking, it’s safer and stronger, and can span 300% further than traditional...
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