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Flair Windows invested in its first SMR-4 four-head welder from Haffner Murat last November, and the fabricator was so impressed that it recently bought its second. Ryan Lugg, director at Flair Windows, said: “Our experience with the SMR-4 welder is that it does everything we were told it could do. It’s very easy to use – even our apprentices have...
Already using Elumatec products in its PVCU and aluminium production for a number of years, Arkay Windows expanded its capacity last yearwith three further acquisitions: a DG 104 double-mitre saw, and two SBZ 122/74 four-axis machining centres. “The team at Arkay came to us with a problem that affects all fast-growing fabricators: the need to streamline production to meet the...
Spectus has launched a new bead to accommodate 36mm glazing for its Elite 70 system. The addition also allows external Georgian Bars to be added. Customers can now choose from 36mm, 40mm, and the highest-spec 44m in the Elite 70 system, along with the existing 36mm and 40mm in the Elite 63 system. “Spectus fabricators can now have every triple...
Elumatec has unveiled new machinery capable of producing PVCU frames with smooth, seamless corner welds. The Sturtz Contourline achieves the seamless finish using tooling. “We’ve seen rocketing demand for this kind of high-end PVCU finish over the last few years,” Elumatec’s UK managing director Phil Heavey said. “Once, PVCU was seen as the poor cousin of more prestigious materials like...
Sales of Haffner Murat’s SBA-2 and SBA-4 machining centres have had a strong start to the year. Dave Thomas, Haffner Murat’s managing director, said: “The machines enable businesses to increase capacity by driving quality, reducing costs and improve efficiency. The strong sales are therefore an excellent indication of the confidence the industry has at the moment.” Both the SBA-2 and...
Kingfisher uPVC Windows and Doors has invested more than a £250K in new production equipment at its factory in Drighlington, Near Leeds, West Yorkshire. The introduction of the four new manufacturing units that have already been put into the production process are not part of the major planned development due to be announced later this year. These have been bought...
The integration of Tekna into the Emmegi group means that the company’s range of specialist machinery is now available via Emmegi (UK). For aluminium fabricators, this gives them direct, low cost access to machines such as the TKE259 sealant applicator and all of its accompanying consumables. The pneumatic TKE259 is an easy to use, low maintenance option for applying specialist...
Elumatec is celebrating a rush of new enquiries and boosted brand awareness following a successful appearance at the BAU show in Munich, Germany. Elumatec displayed the SBZ122/75, which features a five-axis design, inclined beds for easier access and waste disposal, and a protective hood that shields operators from flying debris and saves space by allowing them to work right up...
Unique Window Systems has invested in a Graf Synergy SL4FF seamless corner welder from the Promac Group, as part of its continuing growth strategy. Fabricating more than 1,000 windows per week, the Leicester-based trade and commercial fabricator has seen exponential growth committing to significant investment in its state-of-the-art manufacturing capability. This has included the purchase of a new Graf Synergy...
KAT has just placed an order for one of Emmegi’s Quadra sawing and machine centres as it continues to invest to keep pace with growth. The Macclesfield-based fabricator saw sales of aluminium products increase by 64% in 2016 and is predicting a further increase of 40% this year, so its priority was to choose a machine which could guarantee to...
Haffner Murat has installed two pieces of fabrication machinery for Mercury Glazing Supplies. Chris Reeks, Mercury’s sales and marketing director, said: “We have a strong growth strategy in place and our investment in new machinery from Haffner Murat will help us continue to deliver exceptional quality and exceptional lead times as our order volumes increase.” Mercury invested in a CN770...
Preston fabricator Lancashire Double Glazing has invested in an SMR-4 four-head welder from Haffner Murat. Mark Noble, the company’s production director, said: “This investment will help us to continue with manufacturing an excellent quality product and at the same time reduce production time.” The SMR-4 is the first machine that Lancashire Double Glazing has bought from Haffner and Mark said...
The Window Outlet has invested in two mitre saws and controllers from Elumatec. The DG104 double mitre saw can cut both high and wide profiles using two saw heads that can be tilted and pivoted to both 45º and 90º angles. With its universal design, the double mitre saw can be used for both series production and for special applications....
Kombimatec recently impressed aluminium partitioning and door company, Planet Partitioning, the sister division of Planet Products (PP). After reviewing a number of other manufacturers Kombimatec came out on top for the West Sussex-based company, which chose to purchase not only a DGS534 Electronic Double Mitre Saw but also an AMC602 Machining Centre. “The ability to generate programmes for the CNC...
Elumatec is set to unveil its latest offering at the BAU show in Munich, Germany, from January 15 to 21. In addition to showcasing an extensive array of its existing products, Elumatec will also be launching the SBZ 122/75 – the newest and most advanced model in its market-leading SBZ range of CNC machining centres. The first five-axis CNC in...
Dekko is now offering Deceuninck’s new flush sash window in its exclusive Infinity finish. Deceuninck’s big reveal at the FIT Show in April, the Heritage flush sash, has been designed to deliver A+-rated energy efficiency, PAS24-accredited security and outstanding weather performance, while offering convincing vintage aesthetics and suiting with the company’s existing Heritage range. Now, thanks to Graf welding technology,...
