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Framexpress has reported that more builders are turning to composite doors as the ‘go-to’ product to safeguard their margins. “Margins are under pressure across the board, and builders need products they can count on,” says Stuart Green, managing director at Framexpress. “Composite doors tick every box: they’re easy to sell, easy to fit, and customers love them. It’s no surprise...
Derby based trade fabricator, Frame Fast, has reported a sharp rise in demand for flat roof windows as homeowners increasingly seek light-filled extensions and open-plan spaces. Once considered a niche product for high-end architectural projects, flat rooflights are now a standard feature in everyday kitchen refurbishments, rear additions, and single-storey extensions. “Adding space without adding natural light no longer makes...
Following its acquisition by Aluminium Vision earlier this year, independent trade fabricator Fentrade has reported a period of continued stability, strategic investment and sustained sales growth as the business prepares for its next phase of expansion. Since the sale of shareholdings in April 2025, it has very much been business as usual for the Newport-based fabricator, but with significant planning...
BDC Aluminium has reported high demand for heritage-style aluminium products, with industry forums and installer discussions said to be highlighting frustration at the limited number of fabricators able to meet project requirements – but adds that it has been quick to respond to this shift in design preference. The Essex-based supplier is reportedly one of the longest-serving and most experienced...
Timberlook, the heritage wood-effect PVC-U brand from Affordable Windows Group, has launched a limited-time promotion offering installers a free upgrade to Planitherm One thermal glazing. The offer, which lasts until 28 March 2026, allows installers to request an upgrade to Planitherm One glazing with their order at no extra cost. The high-performance Planitherm One glazing delivers a lowered U-Value of...
Laura Richardson, director at TWR Group, discusses the recent surge in demand for PVC-U over aluminium, what’s driving it, and how TWR’s factory move is supporting installers. For years, aluminium has been the darling of the trade; sleek, strong, and endlessly versatile. But in the last few months, we’ve seen a clear shift at TWR Group and PVC-U is firmly...
ACJ Aluminium in Cannock has signed a three-year supply agreement with Stellar Aluminium Systems, marking a key milestone in the company’s renewed focus on the domestic aluminium market. Having previously stepped back from domestic installations, ACJ Aluminium now manufactures and installs the complete Stellar window and door collection, including flush casement and fully flush casement windows, bi-fold Doors, lift &...
With only a few days left before the seasonal break Roger Hartshorn, CEO, Sheerline reflects on what has been another turbulent year for UK businesses. It’s hard not to feel that the people running our country are anti-business. Employers have been hit with higher National Insurance costs, and pension reforms are now creating uncertainty for retirees. There’s now talk of...
Eurocell has launched two new CPD courses designed to help fenestration and construction professionals stay ahead of evolving building regulations and overcome common compliance conflicts. The courses are called; ‘Compliance with Design: Part L vs Part O’, and ‘Elevating Design: Fenestration Solutions for Regulatory Compliance’. The courses are designed to offer architects, specifiers, fabricators and builders, practical solutions for meeting...
Emplas has launched a new £10,000 home security guarantee – which according to the fabricator, is proven to increase average order values by almost 40%. The unique Emplas Total Home Security Guarantee gives qualifying Emplas customers the facility to offer a £10,000 guarantee to homeowners who sign-up to a full house window and door replacement. Developed in partnership with Kubu,...
Window and door steel reinforcement specialist, Anglo, says it is helping fabricators cut their reinforcement costs by up to 30%. The company has announced a new 12-month price guarantee, pledging to beat fabricators’ current ancillary aluminium and steel reinforcement prices on any like-for-like product. The guarantee forms part of managing director Paul Sullivan’s ongoing commitment to help fabricators take control of their costs and maximise...
Modplan, a trusted Veka fabricator for nearly 30 years, has announced that Principality Plastics Warehouse has officially joined its growing customer network, now offering Veka windows across all four of its trade counters in Cardiff, Gloucester, Swansea and Gelli. As part of the launch, Principality Plastics Warehouse will be stocking three of Veka’s PVC-U systems including Omnia ‘double flush’ windows,...
Barnsley based Euroglaze has introduced the new Rehau Alux finish, a gunmetal colour with a metallic finish, which gives the sleek appearance of aluminium, while retaining all the inherent performance benefits of PVC-U Euroglaze is offering Alux as an option on all its Rehau frames in the Total 70, Rio and Slinova systems. Nicky Park from Euroglaze’s sales and new...
Trade fabricator, Modplan, has announced the purchase of a new Supercut 6 machining centre from Avantek Machinery, marking the latest in a series of strategic investments designed to support the company’s continued growth and expand its production capacity. The new Supercut 6 provides fully automated, high-precision cutting and machining, enabling Modplan to increase efficiency, consistency and output across its fabrication...
Quickslide says it has ‘rewritten the rule book’ with its long-awaited mech-weld machinery. Specifically designed to reduce the manufacturing time of mechanical sash windows from 15 minutes to just 90 seconds, the fabricator adds that the new machinery also delivers consistent high quality – overcoming a challenge that has long persisted across mechanical frame production. This has been achieved while...
Coral Windows has built a 35-year legacy as one of Yorkshire’s most established home improvement firms, and its 20-year partnership with systems company Deceuninck is said to have been central to that success. Founded in 1990, managing director, John Valente, came into the industry through joinery, later gaining experience in sales, finance and manufacturing. “I’ve worked across trade and retail,...
AluK helped put some extra sparkle in the 40th anniversary celebrations at long-time customer All Glass Systems (AGS) with a welcome drink for every guest arriving at a party hosted to mark the special occasion. AGS invited all staff and partners to drinks, dinner and a disco to say thank you for their contributions to the company’s success over the...
Liverpool-based window and door manufacturer Warwick North West has been named Family Business of the Year at the Metro Employer's Excellence Awards, recognising its heritage of family ownership and management spanning three generations. The award ceremony, hosted by television presenter Vernon Kay, saw Warwick North West recognised alongside major national and international organisations, including Morrisons, AstraZeneca, and the Premier League....
Universal Trade Frames has been named as a finalist in two categories at this year’s G-Awards, securing nominations for both Best Business Initiative of the Year, and New Product of the Year. The Best Business Initiative shortlisting recognises the Shrewsbury-based fabricator’s single-source supply model. Eliminating the inefficiencies of buying from multiple suppliers, such as split deliveries, duplicated admin, and fragmented support, the result...
Premier Arches marked a major milestone in September as the company celebrated its 10th anniversary. Since opening its doors in 2015, Premier Arches has grown to become one of the UK’s leading supplier of arched, angled, gable, and bespoke window and door frames. From a small start-up, Premier Arches is said to have consistently invested in its people, machinery, and...