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Saint-Gobain Glass and Eckersley O’Callaghan have announced a strategic collaboration to support a circular economy of architectural glass, with the aim of increasing the volume of post-consumer glass being recycled into new float glass. Both companies are said to have dedicated teams committed to tackling the challenges relating to the circular economy in construction, particularly within the commercial sector. For over...
Hegla has introduced the ProLam LSR laminated glass cutting system, which it says achieves 20% more throughput, without the requirement for additional operators. While heating and separating are traditionally the most time-consuming processes during the cutting of laminate glass, Hegla adds that these can be significantly accelerated with the new laser technology in the ProLam LSR. Following the cutting process,...
Cornwall Group Chairman, Mark Mitchell, pens an open letter to the industry to demonstrate why open and honest communication throughout the supply chain is key to survival. I make no secret of the fact that Cornwall Group borrows money. It’s how we grow, how we invest, and how we ensure we stay ahead of the curve in this industry, which...
Morley Glass will unveil new and exclusive colours at the 2025 FIT Show for its slimline SL16 system, which is designed for use within 24mm IGUs as well as enhanced security 28mm units. The company has partnered with ScreenLine systems manufacturer Pellini S.p.A. to offer several new contemporary colours on an exclusive basis in the UK, which will be available...
The glass industry, like much of the wider construction and fenestration sectors, faces a looming crisis: an ageing workforce and a severe skills shortage. Glass Express Midlands managing director, Arun Photay, gives his view on how the industry needs to mobilise to overcome the problem. The Construction Skills Network recently reported that the UK construction sector requires an additional 225,000...
Now available in a matt black finish, the CRL Paris system is said to offer a ‘simple, stylish and streamlined’ solution for anyone looking to install a French balcony. Extending the appeal of the CRL Paris system even further, the new matte black finish joins the existing white, grey and mill finishes. All have been designed to match popular window...
Nearly two-thirds (62%) of architects believe misconceptions about glass strength and safety are holding them back from embracing its full potential in innovative building designs, according to a new study by Pilkington UK. The survey of 100 architects and specifiers revealed that glass is frequently overlooked for projects due to false perceptions over low strength and post-breakage characteristics. Only 3%...
A 15-year partnership between Edgetech and Padiham Glass has played a big part in the prominent IGU manufacturer’s continued growth. That’s the view of John Spiby, divisional director for the Emplas Group and MD of Padiham Glass. As part of the Emplas Group, Padiham Glass has established itself as a major force in both trade and new build sectors, currently...
By Mark Mitchell, chairman, Cornwall Group. The budget has created a challenge for industry. The increase in the National Minimum Wage and National Insurance, will cost employers on average £2,000 per employee. That’s a big lump sum but what’s more damaging is the lack of notice. We plan 12, 18, 36-months ahead. We make projections and we plan development and...
In 2025, minimalist and innovative bathrooms are taking centre stage. Paul Miller, Bohle’s national sales manager, talks us through the popular bathroom designs for 2025, and how installers can profit from staying ‘on trend’. We’ve heard firsthand from our customers, as well as design experts at the likes of Homes & Garden and Homebuilding & Renovating, that 2025 continues to...
Fire resistant glazing specialist Promat UK has announced Harlow-based MD Glass Partitions as its Glass Installer of the Year Award winner. MD Glass Partitions provides a range of glazing services covering all aspects of partition glazing, glass doors and architectural glass. It has partnered with Promat throughout and is a recommended installer of Systemglas fire resistant glazing systems, the Promat...
Pilkington UK has entered into a new strategic trading agreement with Morgan Sindall Group to support the construction services giant’s design teams to maximise opportunities for the sustainable use of architectural glass in projects. Under the agreement, Pilkington UK will supply Morgan Sindall with its broad range of architectural glass used for energy efficiency, solar control and fire safety in residential and commercial...
Morley Glass has been recognised by the Yorkshire business community for the achievements of its post-consumer IGU recycling initiative by being shortlisted in the Sustainability category of the Yorkshire Business of the Year Awards 2025. The initiative was developed in 2021 by Morley Glass in conjunction with Saint-Gobain Glass. It has already generated around 2,000 tonnes of cullet (crushed glass)...
Morley Glass is offering FIT Show 2025 visitors the chance to attend the show in style by going as a VIP guest. The company, which is exhibiting at the show on stand J40, has a limited number of VIP tickets available to anyone in the window and door industry who registers to attend the show via a special QR code...
It’s a year since Cornwall Group’s acquisition of Forward Glass. We review the first year and ask if further acquisitors could be on the horizon? “We have a bit of experience now. We’ve successfully purchased and integrated a number of different processing and merchanting businesses,” explained Mark Mitchell, chairman, the Cornwall Group. “That’s not to say it’s necessarily always straight...
With the appetite for open and bright glazing reported to be on a continued upward trajectory in 2025, glass doors are said to remain a staple product for many installers. But with a Redrow survey revealing that home improvements are set to dominate Brits’ New Years resolutions in 2025, Bohle is urging that installers select dependable hardware, that is quick...
The ‘powerful combination’ of Uni-Blinds integral blinds made with Planitherm One glass offers window and door installers increased sales opportunities as it taps into homeowners’ growing appetite for improved energy efficiency and year-round comfort, according to Morley Glass. In addition to being able to choose different types of blinds – Venetian, pleated or pleated blackout – plus one of five...
Cornwall Group’s chairman, Mark Mitchell, discusses two big challenges facing the industry – the autumn budget and an excess of cheap foreign glass. The Cornwall Group is a family run independent business, which means that we aren’t run by accountants with the aim of maximising profit over a short period. Instead, we plough profits back into the four multi-site businesses...
Conor McGinty, general manager of Cambridge-based Clear Glass, which has been supplying glass and glazing services for 12 years, says that glass is the perfect answer for customers looking for novel designs solutions and to create personal statements. “We have customers who approach us looking for ways to improve their living spaces, and more often than not, glass products provide...
The British Fenestration Rating Council (BFRC) is now offering BS EN 1279 Part 6 testing. As the purpose-built laboratory continues to gear up for growth, this is the latest service to be available to IGU manufacturers. Richard Sellman, managing director at BFRC, explained: “Anyone manufacturing IGUs in the UK is required to comply with BS EN 1279. BS EN 1279-6:2018...
