Shelforce to feature on ITV on April 22

Birmingham window and door manufacturer Shelforce will feature on ITV’s much-loved Made In Britain TV series later this month.

The company, which specialises in providing high-quality PVCu and aluminium products to local …»

Cornwall Group commits to create 10 new apprenticeships in 2021

Cornwall Group will create 10 new apprenticeships before the end of this year as part of its continuing commitment to support the up skilling of workers in the glass industry.

The company which operates across three divisions, …»

Fentrade announces expansion plans

Award-winning aluminium trade fabricator Fentrade has announced significant investment in its operations to meet growing demand. Chris Reeks, Director of Fentrade, said: “We’re a young business but we’re built on tried and tested …»

Jo to head up expanded marketing function at Window Widgets

Jo Trotman has been appointed as marketing manager at The Residence Collection and Window Widgets in a newly created role, to head up an expanded function with additional expertise to help further develop both brands.

Bringing …»

We Care We Act

VEKA plc’s Marketing Director, Dawn Stockell explains how the company is repositioning the business and helping to create a new global message bringing together the whole VEKA Group family.

‘We Care | We Act’ is unveiled as the new company ethos for VEKA and as Dawn explains is a much stronger statement communicating the caring nature of the family-owned business as it takes action to build a stable, sustainable future. …»

Pressure equalisation in insulated glass units Digital simulation tool ensures greater certainty in the planning process

SWISSSPACER, the Swiss specialist for “Warm Edge” spacer bars, is expanding the scope of service of CALUWIN. Using the tried-and-tested online tool, manufacturers of insulated glass units and window makers now have a very easy way to check whether the use of SWISSPACER Air is able to achieve the pressure equalisation required to avoid the damage caused by climatic loads – fully tailored to specific insulated glass units and for underlying conditions such as climatic zones and height differences during transport. …»

The lock you know and trust but even better

Lockmaster 21 is the latest innovation to be added to Britain’s best-selling range of multi-point door locking systems from Yale. Launched 21 years after the very first Lockmaster lock was released, this offering boasts the same …»

ISO Chemie s new webshop opens

Window and door foam tape sealants specialist ISO-Chemie has opened its new online store to enable UK customers to order products 24/7.

Accessible via an office PC, laptop, tablet or mobile device, the easy-to-use and versatile …»

Deceuninck launches French Door

Deceuninck Aluminium has brought increased manufacturing flexibility to its offer with the addition of a new French Door option.

Part of a highly modular approach designed to lower stock-holding, the Decalu88 French Door, is …»

Independent network unveils website solution for its members

Independent Network powered by VEKA, has unveiled an online tool that allows members to create their own websites free of charge.

The new websites are set to make an impact in the industry and the company has already seen a …»

New high performance fire door from Endurance

Endurance Doors have just launched a new high performance FD30 fire door, after a two-year research and development programme which has realised a product solution that exceeds the latest standards.

The physical testing of the …»

Glazerite Chairman and charity founder thanks big hearted industry for overwhelming support

When Glazerite UK Group’s Chairman John Hewitt and a group of friends and family set off on an epic 1,000-mile cycle ride last summer, the team - nicknamed Kelly’s Heroes - were hoping to raise £20,000 for the charity, We Mind & Kelly …»

Sheerline Classic adds versatility with new intermediate outer frame

Sheerline has added a new outer frame to its ground-breaking Classic window system. This extended option adds even more versatility and design possibilities by enabling the ultra-slim system to be used with deeper plaster lines and …»

Deceuninck and Fastframe deliver multiple solutions for Springfield Park development

A combination of three, high performance window and door systems from Deceuninck have been used in the landmark Springfield Park development, located in Kent’s historic county town of Maidstone.

Springfield Park, which features …»

Smooth colour finishes most popular poll

Smooth colours are the single most popular PVC-U foiled finish according to the findings of an independent survey of UK homeowners.

The study, conducted by leading pollster, YouGov, and commissioned by Deceuninck, found that smooth colours (26%), were more than twice as popular as natural woodgrain finishes (16%) and significantly more popular than woodgrain colours (12%).

While as a single finish option, 42% of homeowners selected standard white as their preferred option for replacement windows; combined, premium finishes (natural woodgrains, solid colours, and woodgrain colours) were overall more popular, cited by a total of 54% of respondents as their preferred option. …»

The Green Aluminium Revolution

Unlike some other materials used in fenestration, recycling of aluminium is not a new science, we have been recycling aluminium for decades. In 1990 global demand for aluminium was around 28 million tonnes with over 8 million tonnes …»

From Infinity to Beyond

This month, VEKA plc has unveiled plans to grow usage of recycled material beyond its existing Infinity system.

VEKA has been the industry leader in recycling and sustainability throughout its history with the first VEKA …»

Keylite Roof Windows supports trades with online product training

UK based manufacturer and roof windows specialist, Keylite Roof Windows (Keylite) is offering free online product demonstrations to support merchants and installers throughout the COVID-19 crisis.

Since the pandemic took over …»

Order WarmCore bi fold doors in just a few clicks from Abcell

Abcell, the home of WarmCore, has now made it even easier to order bi-fold doors with a new state-of-the-art online ordering system.

The system makes ordering a super quick process, enabling installers to design and pay for …»

Clearview Home Improvements builds on record breaking sales with appointment of new Operations Director

A North West home improvement specialist has strengthened its senior leadership team as part of ambitious plans to grow 50% by 2024.

Clearview Home Improvements, which is part of the Conservatory Outlet Group, has appointed …»

Carl F Groupco Standards Support

Hardware distributor Carl F Groupco takes pride in going the extra mile to offer a full consultancy service to fabricators. Included in the company’s one-stop assistance is support throughout PAS 24 testing which gives accreditation …»

Endurance reaffirms its 3mm bowing guarantee

Following on from the announcement in September 2020, Endurance Doors have reaffirmed their 3mm bowing guarantee for their range of solid core composite doors, despite recent weather.

This move was widely welcomed by Installer …»

ODL Europe further strengthens management team with new key appointment

ODL Europe has further strengthened its management team with the appointment of Davy Chada as Finance Manager. Davy joined the Bootle-based business in February 2021 as successor to Steve Ellison, who is leaving the company at the end …»

New president of The Steel Window Association is announced

Stuart Judge, Managing Director of the West Leigh Group (www.west-leigh.co.uk) is the new President of The Steel Window Association (www.steel-window-association.co.uk). He has been handed the reins after Darren Lloyd of Govette …»

Glazerite installer Bahama Windows showcases radiant R9 install

Home Counties-based Bahama Windows and Conservatories has recently completed a Residence 9 installation using frames manufactured at fabricator Glazerite UK Group’s Specials Division.

The four-week job involved the …»

Sieger s new tilt and turn window

New product from Sieger Systems, the Sieger Legacy Tilt and Turn Window.

This system can be manufactured as a tilt and turn window, bottom hung, top hung or fixed window. All configurations allow an abundance of natural light to brighten the internal living spaces.

Creating the perfect balance between traditional and contemporary, this window system has all the benefits of aluminium framing with a steel look aesthetic. …»

Steel steals the show at Hackney Church Brew Co s uber cool stunning home in the arches

"We source as many of our ingredients for our drinks and our food as we can from within walking distance of the brewery and we don't do or serve anything unless we can do it as best we can. The result, we think you'll agree, is a …»

Stocked machinery from Haffner Murat

Award-winning machinery experts Haffner Murat Ltd has confirmed their popular SBA-2 and SBA-4 machining centres are now available from stock with rapid delivery into fabricators. Dave Thomas, Managing Director at Haffner Murat, …»

Spectus Vertical Sliding windows fitted in prestigious new build development

77 Spectus Vertical Sliding windows have been manufactured and installed in the first phase of a new 900 home development in Holbeach, Lincolnshire. The prestigious Holbeach Meadow Development features a mixture of one-five-bedroomed …»

Frame Fast Awarded with Seal of Excellence

Window and door fabricator Frame Fast UK was presented with a Seal of Excellence award from developers Wheeldon Brothers Ltd, whilst working on their development The Dial, an exciting new build development in Spondon, Derby. …»

Vista secures additional 8000 sq ft unit to manage supply chain pressures

Vista Panels Ltd has secured an additional 8000 sq ft unit to assist with future proofing the businesses supply chain process, mitigating raw material sourcing issues, that have been observed during the Coronavirus pandemic and …»

New Euramax hire to spearhead continuous improvement

Euramax Solutions, a manufacturer of fenestration products to the construction, modular and leisure markets, has appointed an expert to spearhead constant improvement processes within the business.

Tom Howard joins the company …»

Glass visible to birds developed to help protect wildlife

Pilkington United Kingdom Limited, part of the NSG Group, has developed Pilkington AviSafe™ - a new glass with a special coating designed to help prevent birds from colliding with the windows and facades of …»

Builders Merchants sales resilient in third lockdown

The latest Builders Merchants Building Index (BMBI) report shows that value sales in January by Britain’s builders’ merchants were 3.7% lower than in January 2020, as the country went into lockdown for the third time. However, there …»

Taking care of the commercial sector with R7

R7 windows and doors from The Residence Collection were recently supplied by their manufacturing partner, Frametrade and installed by The Nottingham Window Company at Graysford Hall, a new luxury care home in the suburbs of …»

Heavy hitter Liftmaster Quadro

Bohle has unveiled the new Liftmaster Quadro automatic vacuum lifting system, which has been developed to safely handle weights of up to 800kg.

The product of Bohle’s in-house research and development programme, the …»

Quickslide optimises quality and productivity with Rapierstar

Leading window and door manufacturer Quickslide has partnered with specialist fastener supplier Rapierstar to help enhance its reputation for delivering superior quality finished products and raise the bar on manufacturing …»

New Residence brochure for conservation areas and listed buildings

A new 20-page brochure outlining solutions and design credentials for conservation areas and listed buildings has been published by The Residence Collection.

Residence 9, or R9 as it is known, is the most authentic timber …»

Distinction Doors launches new fire door system

Distinction Doors is proud to introduce a totally new and fully compliant FD30 composite fire door system, through new brand, fds (fire door systems).

The new system, Neuma fds has consistently proven fire resistance with 44 …»

Aesthetics or practicality With ECOSlide you don t have to choose

It’s a dilemma that thousands of home-improving property owners have faced for decades.

Do you pay through the nose for pricey windows that preserve the character of an older property? Or do you opt for a more cost-effective …»

Conservatory Outlet chief hits out at Scottish Covid 19 disparity as millions of orders put on hold

The boss of one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of high-quality windows, doors, home extensions and conservatory products has hit out at the Scottish Government for continuing to enforce a Covid-19 lockdown that prevents work being …»

Aluminium bifold and sliding doors in a new build villa

A Sieger Lux Bifold Door, Sieger Slim Sliding Doors and Slim Casement Windows were used to maximise natural light in this new build luxury villa.

Situated in a remote part of Cyprus, the homeowners wanted a home with an open …»

UK office workers would give up promotions benefits and pay increases to work from home

Research from Ezra, one of the leading global providers of digital coaching, has found that UK office workers value their new norm of working from home so much that many would forsake career progression, company benefits and even a pay …»

Demand for foils driving growth for aluplast

aluplast is on target to double its year-on-year turnover, at Q1 2021, 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, …»

24 new staff as Victorian Sliders predict big things for 2021

Entering 2021 on the back of the most successful twelve months in its history, Victorian Sliders has taken on 24 more manufacturing staff to cope with continuing high demand for its popular ECOSlide sash window.

The new …»

Home improvement boom delivers record breaking 1 25m month of sales for Pennine

A massive surge in homeowner spending has helped a North East company record the best-ever sales month in its 43-year history.

Pennine Home Improvements, which is part of the London Stock Exchange 1000-recognised Conservatory …»

Neil Evans on his first 50 days as VEKA MD

Just 50 days into his new role as Managing Director of VEKA plc, Neil Evans explains how the company has started the year with record breaking results.

Was it difficult taking over in the middle of a pandemic?

Last autumn, when I was still Sales Director, we had a VEKA plc board meeting and started to set out a new five-year plan for the business. This helped the transition, because it meant I was able to lead on a vision that we had all collectively developed. …»

Two new starters and one milestone anniversary

Chris Alderson, Edgetech’s respected Managing Director, is marking his five year anniversary at the company. Chris joined the world-renowned warm-edge spacer manufacturer back in 2016, after more than twenty years spent in a series of …»

Window of opportunity for PWF s new recruit

An ambitious West Midlands aluminium windows manufacturer has made a key appointment as it continues to target rapid growth in the residential and commercial sectors.

Melissa Bates has joined Performance Window Fabrications …»

Steve Byers

Sincerest condolences to Karen and to the Ritec family - for that’s how Steve viewed employees, colleagues and partners. As family.

I would like to offer this memory in respect of the huge impact Steve had on so many …»