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Posted On - 13/08/2019
The Soterian TS008 letterplate from UAP has achieved Certifire approval. Independently tested by Warringtonfire Testing and Certification, the letterplate is certified for FD30 and FD60 timber doorsets. The Soterian is approved for use with a variety of door assemblies: timber-faced and edged door leaves with a solid cellulosic core in a timber, metal or composite frames having fire resistance of...
Posted On - 13/08/2019
TuffX has taken its investment over the £500,000 mark this year with a new £250,000 Bottero cutting line that promises to boost the company’s cutting output by over a third. The multi-functional Modulinea cutting line – the third cutting line installed at the TuffX factory – can load, cut, grind, mark and break out glass sheets from 1.5m2 square up...
Posted On - 13/08/2019
Sheffield Window Centre has used sealed units incorporating Swisspacer’s warm edge spacer bar in all PVCU and aluminium products for the past ten years. Joe Walker, retail sales manager at Sheffield Window Centre, said: “Warm edge spacer bars are incredibly important when it comes to energy efficiency, since they greatly reduce heat loss through the window. Research shows that on...
Posted On - 13/08/2019
The greenteQ Aspire hardware range has been expanded to include a new Bi-fold Intermediate Handle, Sprung Door Handle and Escutcheon Plates. Both handles are available in nine finishes, including the new Enduro Steel and Brushed Graphite. Designed to operate locks on the intermediate points of a bifold, the Aspire Intermediate Handle uses 43mm fixing centres, matching most intermediate locks in...
Posted On - 13/08/2019
Sticking, scraping and binding friction stays could be a thing of the past thanks to the development of the new LFG low profile screw by window and door fastener specialist Rapierstar, the company said. Following a 12-month trial with several major fabricators and distributors across the UK fenestration sector, Rapierstar is extending the roll of this pan head fastener, which...
Posted On - 13/08/2019
While composite doors are the most popular type of entrance door in the UK, customers still need to choose with care, according to But Nathan Barr, managing director of ODL Europe. “Composite doors provide the level of performance homeowners are looking for,” Nathan said. “But if you want customers who are still delighted with you and your work years after...
Posted On - 13/08/2019
Doors and Windows Exeter has become an enthusiastic advocate for Illbruck’s TP650. “We’d heard bits and pieces about installation tapes over the years,” director Nick George said. “But we’d never seen any reason to ditch silicone. It’s far from perfect, but we’d been using it for a quarter of a century. “But Illbruck were running a promotion, and we thought,...
Posted On - 13/08/2019
DOW has developed Dowsil 3363 silicone insulating glass sealant, engineered to facilitate narrow sealant joints without compromising on performance. Even on facades with large glass elements, or where resistance to high wind loads and even blast resistance is essential, Dowsil 3363 insulating glass sealant enables economical joint sizes, the company said. “Smaller joint dimensions can be filled faster and therefore...
Posted On - 09/08/2019
CMS Window Systems has integrated Insight Data’s fenestration and local builders databases into its sales and marketing strategies, which provide live business information and contact details for companies, general builders and contractors in the Scottish market. Alongside Salestracker and its online prospect database and CRM system, the CMS team will also be using Stem, Salestracker’s integrated email marketing platform, which...
Posted On - 09/08/2019
Centurion Home Improvements has been named Showroom of the Month for August by Endurance. Displayed in Centurion’s new showroom are three Endurance doors. Alongside these are an array of marketing materials, including an Endurance pull-up banner, posters and sample boxes. “Their use of the materials to show off the best that Endurance has to offer makes them a worthy winner,”...
Posted On - 08/08/2019
FOM has unveiled its new FMC 470 CNC machining centre, which brings new levels of flexibility and efficiency to aluminium processing through a highly automated process and rapid machining. “Launched earlier this year, the new FMC 470 (7m) and 440 (4m) platforms employ cutting edge innovation in programming and automated tooling change to deliver rapid and high volume aluminium CNC...
Posted On - 08/08/2019
Senior Architectural Systems has added a new parallel push option to its Pure range of ultra-low U-value aluminium windows. Designed to offer balanced air flow and ventilation with maximum safety, the restricted opening of the Pure parallel push aluminium windows make them suited to a wide range of sectors including education, healthcare, and high-rise commercial and residential developments. Benefitting from...
Posted On - 08/08/2019
Today’s requirement for building facades to incorporate increased levels of building movement has been met by Kawneer with the launch of a curtain wall system that counters counter slab deflection. The systems manufacturer enhanced its stick AA110 curtain wall system with a large movement joint that gives more than seven times the vertical movement allowance of its predecessor. While a...
Posted On - 08/08/2019
Stellar, the new aluminium system from Epwin, is available in a range of gloss levels. In addition to stocked colours, customers can choose any RAL colour or dual colour combination. Stellar colour uses a polyester powder coat that has been certified to the Qualicoat coastal standard, which surpasses European requirements. And the coating process uses a chrome-free pre-treatment, which means...
Posted On - 08/08/2019
Cortizo has partnered with BM Aluminium to make its entire database available within the company’s LogiKal software system. The Spanish aluminium specialist only entered the UK market a couple of years ago but is growing rapidly with a range of windows, doors and commercial glazing products. It has recently invested in its first UK office and showroom in Croydon and,...
Posted On - 08/08/2019
Shepley’s new door designer software helps homeowners navigate the multitude of available options and provides installers with an ideal sales tool, the company has reported. Shepley has designed and developed the new online Visage composite door designer, featuring all the latest door styles, glass designs, frames, colour options and hardware. Ian Griffiths, Shepley managing director, said: “It’s incredibly important to...
Posted On - 08/08/2019
DNA Home Improvements signed up to the Leads2Trade network in January and has been taking conservatory leads since March. A five-star independent local Trusted Trader, DNA was established in 2007 and has grown year on year prior to new investment. Shortly after the business received investment, DNA decided to link up with Leads2Trade. Phil Anderson, a director and one of...
Posted On - 08/08/2019
Epwin Windows Systems is a main event sponsor of the G19 Awards, which is in its 16th year. Gerald Allen, marketing manager of Epwin Window systems, said: “The G-Awards recognise and celebrate excellence in our industry and are a great way to reward the commitment and continued innovation that this industry delivers. We are delighted to be a main event...
Posted On - 08/08/2019
Winlock Security has expanded its Lifetime Stainless Steel range as part of a commitment to removing zinc-based products from its portfolio. A letterbox and a face-fixed escutcheon complete a full suite of stainless steel door hardware. Winlock Security’s managing director Alan Parker said “We are continually being asked for a 10-year surface finish guarantee on door hardware which we are...
Posted On - 08/08/2019
Window Warehouse now offers the Designer Door range from Smart Architectural Aluminium, which is available in cottage, modern, traditional and vintage styles. Tested to PAS 24: 2016, Designer Doors include a polyamide thermal barrier to enhance thermal performance, and each door has a low threshold for ease of access. Available in around 15 working days, each door is packed and...
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