Sustainability credentials

If the UK is going to meet our net zero ambitions, everyone has to play their part, according to Phil Parry, business development director at Epwin Window Systems, who said this mindset helped the firm develop Stellar.

“Aluminium is infinitely recyclable without loss of quality, and it’s estimated that nearly 75% of all aluminium ever produced is still in use today,” Phil said. “Recycling and reusing aluminium saves up to 95% of the energy required for primary aluminium production, so it’s a very efficient material to work with.

“All the aluminium for Stellar is sourced from the UK, helping to keep carbon emissions from transportation to a minimum. Thanks to features such as the patented Reverse Butt Joint we also use up to 30% less profile for comparably sized windows, which means we use less raw material. We are also an Interpon D Approved Applicator, which means we use powder coatings that offer sustainable building solutions, as well as providing a quality guarantee.”

In use, Stellar’s slim sightlines means less reliance on artificial light to illuminate rooms. And because insulation is a fundamental part of the system design, Stellar meets Building Regulations without additional foams or aerogels.

“The longer a material lasts in use, the better it is for the planet,” Phil said. “Studies show that polyester powder coated aluminium windows such as Stellar are capable of retaining their colour and gloss retention for more than 40 years.”

Epwin Window Systems has achieved the BES6001 accreditation for the responsible sourcing of its inputs, and works to the internationally recognised ISO 14001 standard for Environmental Management.

“Consumers are increasingly concerned about the environmental impact of their actions so sustainable products make good business sense, but apart from that, producing environmentally responsible products is just the right thing to do,” Phil said.