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The industry is missing out on higher margin sales by failing to exploit opportunities to up-sell glass specifications, research by Hitech Blinds has revealed. According to analysis released by the company, currently only around 10% of the more than 35,000 aluminium bifold doors forecast to be supplied into homes throughout the UK (Palmer), will be done so with integral blinds....
Smart windows powered by liquid crystal technology score best for occupant well-being, according to new research. By Eyrise. Dynamic windows that use advanced liquid crystal glass technology to achieve solar shading offer the most positive impact on occupants’ well-being, new research reveals. The study, by deep green engineering practice Elementa Consulting, compared two smart window technologies on the market which alter...
The new Florence hinge from CRL may be small, at 80mm high by 60mm wide, but this is glass door architecture with big capabilities thanks to patented technology, CRL has said. The Florence hinge has a unique polymeric function with no springs and an adjustable clicking hinge with zero regulation, which makes it ideal for use with walls that aren’t...
Distinction Doors has reported that glass volume sales increased by a third at the start of 2020, compared to the same period in 2019. Much of this growth has been attributed to product availability, with the company holding extensive stock of both its decorative and obscure glass ranges. In 2019, Kara, Palma and Lunna proved the most popular decorative standard...
Morley Glass and Glazing has developed a new app with home integration company Loxone, allowing users to open and close their motorised integral blinds from a tablet or smartphone. By integrating Morley Glass and Glazing’s fully electronic MB System Uni-Blinds into the Loxone app, blinds can now be operated using WiFi-connected devices from anywhere in the world. The app is...
Saint-Gobain Glass has launched its new addition to its Cool-Lite solar control range. Cool-Lite SKN 183 and SKN 183 II, annealed and to-be-tempered respectively, offers the highest light transmission in the Cool-Lite range of 75% in double glazed units, allowing large amounts of sunlight to flood into a building without overheating, while maintaining a neutral appearance. Lauren Whittaker, market manager...
Morley Glass and Glazing has become the first company in the UK to achieve a fire-rating accreditation for its insulated glass units with integral blinds inside, the company has reported. The fire-rated Uni-Blinds sealed units with ScreenLine integral blinds inside now comply with the performance criteria set out in the EU 305/2011 Construction Products Regulation, and have been independently verified...
CR Laurence’s growing range of systems is meeting the growing demand for sleek architectural hardware often used in new en-suite bathrooms. CRL supplies high quality hardware specifically designed for frameless shower doors, from support bars, hinges and U-channels, through to door knobs and towel bars. This makes it easy to achieve a co-ordinated finish, with a complete range of hardware...
TuffX has announced new branding for its rooflight range, which is now called Infinity. The new Infinity brand name has been chosen to reflect the quality and aesthetics of the range, which launched almost 18 months ago with a fixed flat glass rooflight, and was extended with a thermal walk-on version shortly afterwards. All Infinity rooflights are available in either...
Bohle has launched BriteGuard Pro, its new ‘smart’ end-user glass surface protection coating, replacing a three-stage coating process with a single application. An evolution of Bohle’s BriteGuard range, BriteGuard Pro delivers the same powerful protection against grime, stains and dirt, while eliminating three processes, the company said. This means that rather than having to apply a surface activator, sealer and...
Take the guess work out of glass installation with the comprehensive range of glass detection tools from CRL. For a multifunctional approach, Glass Check Elite identifies laminated glass in a window and measures the thickness of the laminate’s inner layer. Its graphical display shows an illustration of the profile of the window, helping the user to understand the construction of...
Vetrotech Saint-Gobain showcased its advanced Lunax door system at the architect@work2020 exhibition in London recently. The Lunax system meets the growing architectural trend of combining building transparency with aesthetic design and high safety standards, the company said. Incorporating versatile Contraflam safety glass and just four discreet clamps, Lunax combines aesthetic appeal with on-trend transparency with heightened fire safety. The development...
Thermoseal Group now supplies IG components to 48 countries in five continents, it was revealed recently. The demand for more energy efficient insulated glass (IG) components has been growing worldwide with the global drive for more energy efficient buildings, the company said. This, coupled with the changing UK market, has contributed to a growth in demand for Thermoseal Group’s highest...
Kommerling UK will exhibit alongside its parent company, HB Fuller|Kömmerling at this year's Fensterbau exhibition. The company's focus is on its Kodiglaze and Kodispace ranges, which have been developed for use in structural glazing, insulating glass and facade systems. The range includes products able to bond a range of materials including PVCU, wood and aluminium frames. "As developers and building...
The Dual Aspect Group has opened three new distribution warehouses to service the composite door and aluminium markets. Specialising in decorative door glass and 316 stainless steel pull handles, Dual Aspect purchased its first warehouse in Ashford, Kent in November 2019 to offer an off the shelf service to its growing customer base. Dual Aspect’s managing director Jeremy Town said:...
Quickslide has partnered with local blinds supplier Morley Glass in a bid to further reduce lead times. “Our new relationship with Morley Glass began back in December to ensure that we were ready to hit the ground running with orders in January,” managing director Ben Weber said. “When it comes to integral blinds, our customers are increasingly requesting wider variation...
Ultraframe now offers the Celsius range of performance glass, in addition to its longstanding Conservaglass range. The glass specifications now available across the Celsius and Conservaglass ranges have been organised into four tiers, with information presented in a simple-to-understand table, making it fast and easy for Ultraframe customers to choose the right glass for their project at a glance, the...
Specialist Glass Products has been named as an approved partner to supply the Pilkington Suncool range of solar controlled glass products. Advances in coating technology now allow for extremely high-performing solar control and low emissivity glass products, revolutionising ‘green build’ initiatives and energy performance in modern and heritage buildings, the company said. The glass products maintain a steady temperature throughout...
High-performing personal protective equipment (PPE) is essential for anyone working with glass, and the wide range of PPE from CR Laurence offers that important last level of defence against common occupational hazards, the company has reported. The range includes everything from gloves to goggles, wrist guards, cutters aprons and safety glasses. There is also a range of gloves with various...
Victorian Sliders recently invested over £half-a-million in sealed unit production. With the acquisition of a £250,000 Lisec fully automated sealed unit line, the company has expanded its glass capacity in time for what it calls its busiest year. Group managing director Andy Jones said: “A lot of people don’t realise that Victorian Sliders isn’t really a fabricator – it’s a...