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Independent Network from Veka has unveiled an online tool that allows members to create their own websites free of charge. This is only the start for Independent Network’s online service to members, the company said. With the change in behaviour required to survive in 2020, the company has adapted its offering to ensure its customers get the best offering. “Understanding...
Connect, the new digital resource centre for Epwin Window Systems’ customers, has already attracted much attention from installers looking to capitalise on the many benefits the digital platform has to offer, the company has reported. Gerald Allen, marketing manager at Epwin Window Systems, said: “Connect brings a wealth of benefits to our installing customers, not to mention exclusive discounts and...
Deceuninck Aluminium has launched a new French Door option. Part of a modular approach designed to lower stock-holding, the Decalu88 French Door is built around a common inner frame and mid-section, and integrated insulation used in its Decalu88 Aluminium Bi-fold. It also shares the same pre-inserted, flush to the bead, co-extruded gaskets. Nigel Headford, business development director at Deceuninck Aluminium,...
Listers is one of the first Sheerline launch partners to supply Sheerline’s Classic aluminium window and door system. Designed from the ground up, Sheerline Classic is an ultra slim, beadless aluminium system that offers exceptional performance combined with beautiful aesthetics, Garnalex said. At the heart of the new system is Sheerline’s patented corner jointing method, making it easy and quick...
Epwin Window Systems has launched Connect, an integrated digital resource centre designed to help its customers make the most of their partnership with the systems company. Gerald Allen, marketing manager at Epwin Window Systems, said: “Our customers have access to a wealth of cutting-edge business, technical, commercial and marketing support, and the new Connect digital platform brings all these elements...
Deceuninck has launched Brand It, a dedicated online resource that allows its customers to create a range of bespoke, professionally branded marketing materials. With the Brand It website, Deceuninck’s customers can access templates for brochures, pull up banners, and A1 posters, plus a range of showroom and point of sale marketing material that includes flags, business cards and even van...
Veka plans to use recycled material beyond its existing Infinity system. Veka Recycling first opened its doors in the UK in 2007, and last year invested £150K in six new silos to increase the storage capacity at its Wellingborough recycling plant, which the company said is the most advanced of its kind in Europe. Veka launched its Infinity profile in...
Installers and fabricators should look to expand their window offering with new customisation options, as homeowners look for more ways to take pride in their homes, Rehau has said. Following further growth in the home improvement market, Rehau is investing in hardware and accessories. Malcolm Taylor, commercial product manager at Rehau, said that offering more choice of the finer window...
Aluplast is on target to double its year-on-year turnover, with demand for colour and finish identified as a main driver for growth. Foils account for as much as 50% of total order volume for the PVC system house, which has invested significantly in foiling technology and production capacity at its 13-hectare manufacturing facility. This investment, combined with extensive forward planning...
Epwin’s new powder coating plant is the perfect example of the quality and forward-thinking set-up of the production facilities in which systems are automatically monitored, the company has announced. The manufacturing facilities for Stellar, the systems company’s aluminium window and door system, offer state-of-the-art production at every level, according to Clare O’Hara, managing director at Epwin. “Stellar sets a new...
A slimline aluminium casement window that “delivers superior form and function” has been launched by Kawneer. The AA720 SL (slimline) casement window is the latest enhancement to Kawneer’s AA720 range of windows and doors, and suites with the AA100 and AA110 curtain wall, 451PT framing and door systems. The high-performance open-out window, based on a BRE Green Guide A-rated frame,...
By Sarah Hitchings, sales and marketing director of The Residence Collection. The Residence Collection has set the design standard in the premium PVCU systems segment for some years now in terms of single and dual colour options, profile shape and in the way they’ve designed cleaner rebates. Typical glazing rebates in PVCU windows and doors have changed little since the...
Stag Aluminium has introduced five systems from Reynaers, including CP 130 sliding doors, CF 68 bi-folding doors, SL 68 windows and SL 38 windows and doors. Stag Aluminium’s Alex McLean said: “Over 40 years, we’ve built a reputation for delivering aluminium systems which meet the specific needs of their projects, while being leaders in our field when it comes to...
Trade and domestic fabricator Bifold Local is now manufacturing Stellar from Epwin Window Systems. Liam Duffy, director at Bifold Local, said: “We are delighted to be fabricating Stellar. Its superior flush aesthetics and ease of fitting are already proving popular with our trade and domestic customers. The Epwin Window Systems’ team behind Stellar are exceptional and have achieved a seamless...
Senior Architectural Systems’ range of thermally efficient Pure aluminium windows and doors are proving popular with specifiers looking to reduce long-term maintenance costs, the company has reported. Robust, durable and with an expected life cycle in excess of 40 years, Senior’s Pure aluminium windows and doors benefit from an enhanced PUR thermal barrier which can achieve very low U-values. Owing...
Aluplast is maintaining its supply of core off-the-shelf stock foil finishes, offering a 20-day lead time on bespoke options, and setting a single pricing structure on orders for contrasting finishes on internal and external surfaces. The announcement comes amid continuing high demand in the retail sector at the start of 2021, a situation that has resulted in additional price hikes...
Sheerline Classic from Garnalex is now available from these fabricators: BSW Window Systems; Garden of Eden; Garrard Windows; GJB; Listers; and Whiteline Manufacturing. These will be followed by Direct Roofing Systems, Belvedere Products, New Century, Nordic Aluminium, and Super Glide. All Sheerline profiles and components are available in five working days in 11 stocked colours, including three anodised finishes. Dual...
Garnalex has produced a suite of videos to support the launch of Sheerline Classic. With a dedicated website, www.sheerlinevideo.com, Garnalex’s practical videos tell fabricators and installers everything they need to know about this new window system. The quality videos, which are short for quick and easy viewing, demonstrate Sheerline’s key benefits. The comprehensive library covers a range of practical topics...
By Rapierstar. A 20-partnership between Senior Architectural Systems and Rapierstar demonstrates how a continued focus on fastening systems is a key factor in achieving long term success for window, door and curtain walling systems. Senior Architectural Systems is approaching 30 years in the market, delivering UK designed and made aluminium systems. Among these is its SF52 system, which launched in...
Garnalex has created a new website to accompany its new Sheerline Classic aluminium window and door system. The website’s comprehensive video content covers practical guidance on fabrication, installation, and window maintenance as well as specific features such as Sheerline’s patented corner construction method. The videos demonstrate Sheerline’s innovations and key benefits, so they are also handy sales aids for fabricators...