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Neil Evans, managing director at Veka, gives his thoughts on the current market and explains what Veka is doing to help its customers steady the waves. It’s a clichéd yet almost obligatory way to start any discussion at the moment, but we really are living through unprecedented times. The global outlook is not short on volatility, with geopolitical happenings, economic...
Schüco has launched a five-week tour of the UK and Ireland, visiting its partners in a specially equipped van to demonstrate its latest advancements in machinery and digital solutions. David Lomax, business development manager, said: “At Schüco, we don’t just see our customers as customers – they’re partners. And events like this reinforce just how important those partnerships are to...
Reynaers Aluminium UK has launched a design update to its ConceptSystem 77 (CS77) open-out window, delivering a new outward opening solution to replace the existing CS77 open-out and ES50 open-out windows. The updated CS77 is a dedicated new outward opening profile, with friction hinges and telescopic espagnolette locking hardware. These additions have been designed to ensure a secure and smooth...
Following a successful FIT Show, AluK has invited fabricators and installers to its first ever Exploration Day at its Chepstow facility. Groups of potential new customers and industry insiders were given guided tours of the 350,000ft2 factory, seeing first-hand how products, are designed, tested and manufactured – including the soon to be launched IconiK bi-fold, which was undergoing final testing...
AluK has announced a ‘first-of-a-kind’ partnership with IGU specialist, Clayton Glass. The partnership, full details of which were revealed at AluK’s Exploration Day, will bring a raft of benefits to AluK customers, designed to make buying and fitting glass easier and more cost effective. This includes preferential glass pricing deals for AluK fabricators and installers, free onsite training and technical...
Deceuninck has announced that it is committed to ‘shake-up’ aluminium window and door supply, creating a single point of service, technical support and contact for delivery for its aluminium and PVC-U businesses. The move, which brings Decalu by Deceuninck Aluminium into the fold of its Wiltshire-based PVC-U operation with immediate effect, gives fabricators a single point of contact for Deceuninck’s...
Recent manufacturing data from Rehau reveals an ongoing trend in the rise of flush fit windows, highlighting their continued appeal for residential and commercial projects. Rehau has reportedly sold over 358,000m of Rio sash in 2024 – a 14% increase on 2023 – while demand for the Rio door launched in 2023 grew by 70% in 2024. “Rio’s success can...
Sheerline’s products can now be viewed on NBS Source. The purpose of the specialist platform is two-fold; first, to enable specifiers to confidently select the best products for their projects based on specific requirements such as sustainability, or a particular building material such as aluminium. Second, it provides a unique opportunity for manufacturers to showcase their products alongside the certifications...
Veka has announced the start of a new partnership with Future Products, a Mansfield-based manufacturer and trade supplier of PVC-U windows, doors, composite doors, and conservatories. Future Products will be adopting Veka’s M70 system and the innovative Omnia suite. According to Veka, the development signals ‘a significant leap forward’ in Future Products’ product offering, enabling them to meet growing market...
Veka Recycling has announced a partnership with Saint-Gobain. According to Veka Recycling, the move will allow the business to move closer towards its mission of creating a closed-loop recycling system within the UK. With regular, reliable collection schedules within 100 miles of Veka Recycling, the collaboration allows Wellingborough-based Veka Recycling to take fully glazed frames, eliminating the need to deglaze...
Reynaers Aluminium UK has reported a notable uplift in sales of its residential aluminium windows in the past 12 months. The company says this is due to homeowners looking to align windows with slimline aluminium doors in refurb projects. With Reynaers’ high performance SlimLine 68 (SL 68) seeing a 12% increase in sales and SlimLine 38 (SL 38) achieving almost...
Epwin Window Systems has confirmed its continued support for the G Awards by returning as a headline sponsor for the 2025 event. Gerald Allen, head of marketing at Epwin, said: “We’ve proudly supported the G Awards for many years, and we’re delighted to renew our commitment once again. The event stands out for its celebration of innovation and excellence, recognising...
ESH (Projects), a commercial fabrication and installation specialist based in Ipswich, has partnered with AluK, a decision that is said to have been based upon a product range ideally suited to volume residential and light commercial markets, and an impressive package of customer support as standard. ESH (Projects) is reported to be looking to broaden its mid-market appeal, particularly amongst...
This year, AluK has been inviting fabricators and installers to ‘Upgrade their System’ and on 26 June it is inviting them to visit its HQ in Chepstow to see all the benefits that upgrading to AluK could bring to their businesses. The AluK Exploration Day will let visitors ‘go behind the scenes’ and discover all of AluK’s innovative products and...
Garnalex has received a coveted King’s Award for Innovation 2025 for its Sheerline aluminium windows and door range. With only 46 businesses being recognised in the innovation category this year, the award reflects the significant contribution and advances the company has made within the fenestration industry. Two innovative aspects in particular were highlighted by the awards process. Firstly, Sheerline’s patented...
As pressure to achieve higher Energy Performance Certificate ratings grows, The Vacuum Glazing Network says it is leading the way with PassivGlas ReGlaze, offering installers a new opportunity to expand their services and boost their bottom line. PassivGlas ReGlaze is a high energy-saving refurbishment solution for existing PVC-U, aluminium and timber windows, providing triple-glazed performance without the need to replace...
Aluplast showcased its next generation product ranges including the Ideal Neo casement window Neo Smart-Slide inline sliding door – plus its new aluminium window and door system – at the 2025 FIT Show. With one of the largest presences at this year’s expo, the Aluplast stand brought together the system leader’s expanding product offer, which also includes its new Engineered Door...
Veka has announced a significant investment in the expansion of its recycled material capabilities at its Burnley site, with the installation of two new internal silos and a direct feed system. This strategic development is said to support Veka’s long-term sustainability goals and reinforce its commitment to increasing recycled content and operational efficiency. Veka currently has one silo dedicated to...
By Neil Evans, managing director, Veka. Uncertainty has become a feature of modern business, and the latest swirl of global developments, political turbulence and domestic policy changes have brought a fresh wave of insecurity. In the fenestration industry, we are particularly exposed to shifts in consumer confidence, inflationary pressures and the rising costs of doing ever more complex business. With...
Whiteline Manufacturing has launched Define, an exclusive new chamfered sash that has been developed in partnership with Sheerline. Through Whiteline, Define will now exclusively be offered as a primary aluminium sash style sitting alongside the flat contemporary and stepped styles. Define is available across Classic windows and the Classic Heritage door, as well as Prestige windows and doors, including bi-folds....