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Posted On - 23/11/2018
When Clarke Facades in Ballymena opened a dedicated fabrication side to its business last year, it chose an Emmegi Satellite XT five-axis machining centre. The company wanted to be able to manufacture more of the curtain walling and bespoke architectural elements that they install on large scale building envelope projects across the UK and Ireland; and were doubling the fabrication...
Posted On - 21/11/2018
During October’s Grand Designs Live which took place at the NEC, Spitfire Doors in conjunction with manufacturing partner Inotherm showcased 20 of its S-500 Series aluminium entrance doors. Hefin Richards, general manager at Spitfire Doors, said “At the show, we launched a number of new models including our new split antique oak finish combined with a sleek black handle and...
Posted On - 21/11/2018
Fabricators value flexibility, according to Nathan Barr, managing director of ODL Europe. “Not only do we supply the industry-leading TriSYS glazing cassette system we also supply a compatible door slab in the form of the world-renowned Capstone composite door slab,” he said. “It means we are a one stop shop and can offer our customers a total joined-up solution.” The...
Posted On - 21/11/2018
The MyDoor Preferred Installer Network from Rocal is a nationwide platform for installers to provide GRP composite doors to homeowners. The MyDoor brand is a recent venture from the Rocal group, supported by a new Online Door Designer, new website, and a new brochure. Members of the network will be able to gain access to the MyDoor range, which includes...
Posted On - 21/11/2018
Vulcan Windows has chosen the Business Micros EvoNET software on an Evolution platform to help streamline its internal processes and deliver a more efficient and cost effective service to customers. The long established Hull-based company, which serves the trade, commercial and retail markets, wanted a single software solution that could take care of pricing, ordering, processing, and stock control. It...
Posted On - 21/11/2018
Hodgson Sealants celebrated its 50th year in business during 2018. The company was founded in 1968 by Peter Hodgson and remains a family business, managed by the current managing director Charles Hodgson,. Over the last 50 years the company has seen fundamental changes in glazing and the way in which sealants are used in manufacturing and installation processes. Today the...
Posted On - 20/11/2018
The new premium mirror Mirox 4Green from AGC Interpane is an especially sustainable alternative to the low-lead standard mirror Mirox MNGE, the company has announced. It delivers the same performance but stands out through its use of lead-free paint. It is also opaque and therefore ideal for backlit applications. The paint on the back of Mirox 4Green, which is impenetrable...
Posted On - 19/11/2018
Following the hustle and bustle of the London-based Homebuilding and Renovating Show, the Korniche team wasn’t sure what to expect from the smaller Harrogate show. However, they needn’t have worried, as the northern crowds turned out in their droves to attend the well-organised show. The interest in the Korniche lantern product at Harrogate came from the usual direct trade requests, self-builders and...
Posted On - 19/11/2018
Reading’s Homeview Windows started working with Leka Roof Systems over two years ago, installing both the warm roof and orangery roof products. The company now has three fitting teams dedicated entirely to fitting solid roofs. Colin Stichbury, director at Homeview, said: “I liked the idea of a product that used GRP not aluminium. It means no wood worm or moisture...
Posted On - 16/11/2018
Teesside Architectural Aluminium has installed and automated CNC production machinery to increase output, while maintaining high quality and precision in its aluminium window frames, entrances and curtain walling. Owner Paul McPherson embarked upon an exercise to evaluate the needs of the business, which, since its inception 11 years ago, had built a large portfolio of customers for its products. After...
Posted On - 15/11/2018
Haffner Murat has commissioned a major expansion programme which will see its Staffordshire headquarters double in size. Fully operational by June 2019, the new facility will provide a quicker flow through for the company’s machines along with new areas for machinery testing, painting and quality control. The new factory will provide additional space for machine assembly and testing while providing...
Posted On - 15/11/2018
Frame Fast UK is one of the first companies to offer sash windows manufactured using Jade Engineering’s new MechWeld system. Nigel Leivers, director at Frame Fast, said: “Over the last 12 months we have been testing the new machines in real factory conditions, and it’s been great. We had been looking for a solution for our popular Modus flush sash...
Posted On - 15/11/2018
The new Emmegi website has been designed to make it easier for machinery buyers to access information about any of the machines in the company’s range. Simple to navigate and with more product videos and downloadable product information, it contains a library of content that users can search by category, product name, or application type. There are videos showing everything...
Posted On - 15/11/2018
The Bifold Network has invested in software and machinery products from Elumatec. MD Allan Ensor, said: “When you’ve spent 20 painstaking years building a reputation for quality and excellence, you become very choosy about who you will and won’t buy machinery from. We’ve got a reputation to protect, and that means we’re not willing to settle for anything less than...
Posted On - 15/11/2018
Machinery company Avantek is helping to address the skills shortage – both internally and for fabricators – with two very different focuses, the company said. Managing director Nigel Bishop said: “Our company and wider group has always had a history of apprentices – so when the Apprenticeship Levy was introduced earlier this year we saw it as a great opportunity...
Posted On - 15/11/2018
Dudley’s Aluminium has improved the productivity and efficiency of its materials handling at its manufacturing facility and storage unit with the recent delivery of a second Combilift multidirectional forklift. The Cardiff-based company specialises in the fabrication of architectural aluminium and offers full in-house design and production of aluminium curtain walling, windows and shop fronts, which are used in projects in...
Posted On - 15/11/2018
The Conexis L1 from Yale is the first smart lock to adhere to the new TS621:2018 standard, the company said, undergoing rigorous testing in terms of quality, durability, as well as both mechanical and electronic attack testing. The new TS621:2018 standard, created by the Door and Hardware Federation, has been adopted as the recognised standard for smart locks by the...
Posted On - 15/11/2018
VBH has launched Aspire, a new suite of handles and finger pulls suitable for aluminium, timber and PVCU lift and slide doors. Part of VBH’s greenteQ range, Aspire is available in a wide choice of finishes, including polished or brushed stainless steel, PVD gold, satin chrome, window grey, black, anthracite grey and white. The Aspire handle is ideal for operating...
Posted On - 15/11/2018
VBH and Modplan are working towards a single sourcing arrangement. Around 65% of the hardware Modplan uses is from VBH’s own greenteQ range, with plans to increase this further. Modplan’s sales and marketing director Justin Williams said: “The standard 10-year guarantee on greenteQ products, suited colour options, good functionality and competitive prices are all factors our customers rely on. The...
Posted On - 15/11/2018
Following the launch of the WarmCore inline patio door last year, Synseal Group has added a stainless steel finish handle to its hardware range. The new handle is available to purchase with any WarmCore inline patio door order. It is particularly suited to coastal applications where stainless steel typically fares better than alternative materials. Developed with Ingenious locks and hardware,...
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