Rapierstar helps Cairngorm Group to reach peak condition

Producing windows and doors fit for the UK’s harshest environments is all in a day’s work for Inverness-based Cairngorm Group, whose focus on using only high-quality components throughout its manufacturing, assembly and installation is …»

Titanium Dioxide The Facts

Powder coatings that contain more that 1% titanium dioxide will have to carry new warning labelling due to a change in classification. The new labelling requirements will be implemented by powder manufacturers by October this year, …»

VinylPlus Unveils the Next 10 Year Commitment of the European PVC Industry to Sustainable Development TOWARDS2030

At the VinylPlus Sustainability Forum (VSF) 2021 #TOWARDS2030 today, VinylPlus officially launched VinylPlus 2030, the next 10-year Commitment of the European PVC industry to sustainable development. Through VinylPlus, the entire PVC …»

All square for further Residence Growth

R2, from The Residence Collection, is experiencing a surge in demand as both consumers and trade partners look to embrace the ultimate aluminium alternative window and door system, packed with unique design features and outstanding …»

Granada Secondary Glazing unveils new website

Granada Secondary Glazing has launched its new, state-of-the-art website www.granadaglazing.com to improve and simplify the online journey for homeowners, trade customers and commercial partners alike.

Featuring an increased …»

Fentrade Aluminium delivers for Swansea landmark development

Fentrade Aluminium has recently manufactured and supplied sixteen sets of non-thermally broken commercial shopfront doors and screens as part of £6m makeover project at a landmark development in Swansea.

The four-storey building …»

Everglade Windows add timber look weld to Flush uPVC range

Everglade Windows’ trade customers can now offer homeowners timber-look joints on Flush uPVC windows, after a significant investment in a new Quad Welder.

London’s No.1 fabricator has recently invested more than £1m in new …»

Endurance enhance security offer with 2 000 guarantee

Endurance Doors boast arguably the most secure composite door, thanks to a number of product innovations and now the security guarantee from their own branded ABS, dimpled key 3-Star cylinder has been increased to £2,000.

This …»

Yale launches Vertex the comprehensive hardware range for sash windows

Yale has launched its complete Vertex™ range of vertical sliding hardware for the easy opening and closing of sash windows – the result of months of intense development by the company’s technical experts.

Suitable for PVC, …»

Freefoam is the top choice for Watts Roofing

Excellent customer service and a wide choice of colours are just some of the reasons why stockist Watts Roofing looks no further than Freefoam for all its cladding requirements.

Watts Roofing was set up by Company Director …»

Tri tec Windows turns to Haffner for new machinery

Tri-tec Windows in Chelmsford has just purchased an SMR-5 Five Head Welding Machine from Haffner and the machine is already making a big difference to the company. Fletcher Hodgins, Managing Director at Tri-Tec, said: “We invested …»

Brisant appoints new Finance Director to support ongoing growth

Clive Burnett joined Brisant Secure in June, bringing with him more than 20 years of experience in finance. His expertise and knowledge will complement existing skills within the company’s senior management team and help the business …»

Window warehouse join the Kubu smart revolution

Now in its 35th year in business, Window Warehouse has become the latest installation company to adopt Kubu smart-sensor technology in their residential doors.

The smart home market in the UK is a £multi-billion affair and …»

Take advantage of the rise in demand for garden rooms with Windowlink software

With BBC news reporting that some companies have seen a 300 percent rise in garden room sales, a service from software specialists Windowlink is helping installers secure high-profile garden building projects.

Recent studies …»

Total Hardware s Superior 25 stainless steel range proving popular

Nationwide hardware supplier, Total Hardware has confirmed their recently launched Superior 25 stainless steel door hardware range is proving popular with customers. For Chris Pell, General Manager at Total Hardware, there are many …»

The Vexed Issue of the Trickle Vent

As consultations around the Government’s new Future Buildings Standard close, VEKA Plc’s Technical Director, Paul Kennington, applauds plans to make homes more energy efficient but questions whether the vexed issue of ventilation has …»

Sheerline launches next generation S1 roof lantern

Sheerline continues to expand its impressive range of innovative aluminium products with the launch of a next generation aluminium roof lantern. It combines sleek low-level styling and cutting-edge performance to create one of the most …»

Breaking point

Bohle has said glass processors are losing tens of thousands of pounds each year to poor edge quality, something that makes even less sense at a time when product is in critically short supply.

With the UK glass sector reeling …»

Knock knock who s there The Little Pink Book of jokes

As 21st birthday celebrations continue, Window Widgets have launched a fun and exciting charity campaign to help collate content for their Little Pink Book of Jokes, which everyone has the opportunity to be part of.

Everyone …»

Kall Kwik launch new website to show expert level of customer support

Window machinery expert Kall Kwik has launched a brand new website, showcasing the unrivalled level of support on offer to their customers, and the extensive range of machinery available.

Kall Kwik’s ACE partner scheme offers …»

Edgetech and Quanex mark ten years of partnership

Edgetech and Quanex mark ten years of partnership It’s been ten years since world-renowned spacer manufacturer Edgetech became part of billion-dollar building products group Quanex.

Back in 2011, Edgetech was already a …»

Rapierstar s fastener stock management expertise supports Glazerite s growth

Comprehensive ongoing support by Rapierstar, including fastener stock management and guidance on correct fastener application, is helping The Glazerite UK Group Ltd to maintain its position as the UK’s leading trade manufacturer of …»

Contemporary Extension on a Grade II Listed Home in Notting Hill

This stunningly modern extension on a Grade II Listed home in Notting Hill features a Sieger Lux Pivot Door, a Sieger Slim Sliding Door and structural roof glazing to create a well-lit internal living space.

The internal …»

A powerhouse of a building

The Powerhouse Telemark is one of the most innovative office buildings in the world, and the first BREEAM-certified building in the Norwegian county of Telemark. The energy-plus building is considered a flagship project for the green …»

Yale embraces DHF safety recommendation for anti microbial door handles

Yale is welcoming new recommendations from the Door & Hardware Federation (DHF) marketing sub-committee, which highlight the need to reduce touchpoints within UK buildings as the Covid-19 recovery continues.

The report – titled …»

Extraordinary synchronised recovery for builders merchants sales

Britain’s Builders’ Merchants continued to report strong growth in Q1 2021, with total value sales up 8.6% compared to the previous quarter and 15.1% up on Q1 2020. Removing the effects of Covid, results are still positive, with …»

Take advantage of garden room boom with kits from Abcell

With a recent survey revealing a massive 190 percent increase in enquiries for garden rooms and outside offices, Abcell is making it easier for installers to offer customers stunning, durable Ultraframe Garden Rooms in easy-to-build …»

Morley Glass and B P Windows team up for glass recycling

Industry-leading integral blinds manufacturer Morley Glass and Wakefield-based B&P Windows have teamed up to reduce their carbon footprints further by supplying all post-consumer glass products to Morley Glass to be put through their …»

New DesignHaüs directors to spearhead business growth

After a hugely successful first quarter, DesignHaüs, a double glazing home improvement and commercial glazing specialist, has strengthened its senior management team with the appointment of two new company directors.

Marc …»

Bohle launches new Vetromount option

Bohle has added a third profile option to its highly innovative easy-fit balustrading system, Vetromount.

Developed by Bohle specifically for the growing residential and light commercial market, Vetromount simplifies …»

Perfection down to the smallest detail

Kreuzlingen / Switzerland, May 2021

As a leading international provider of frameless sliding window systems, Sky-Frame values the optimal combination of state-of-the-art technologies and unmistakable, architectural …»

Lincolnshire fabricator Tradeglaze adds new offices as company continues to expand

Lincolnshire manufacturer of quality windows, doors, conservatories, orangeries and curtain walling Tradeglaze (Lincoln) Ltd have added new offices to their headquarters at Bishops Road, Lincoln, as the company continues its expansion …»

Veka launches state of the art uk virtual tour

VEKA plc has introduced a state of the art virtual tour allowing fabricators to view the factory, including the new Lamination building, from anywhere in the world.

The huge site in Burnley, Lancashire, covers 400,000 square …»

Structural glazing raises the roof at famed performing arts school

The prestigious Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA) has created a new performance space by enclosing an outdoor courtyard using a large, structurally glazed rooflight.

Established by Sir Paul McCartney and co-founder …»

Granada Glazing reports secondary glazing trade sales up 28

Secondary glazing specialist Granada Glazing reports a 28% rise in trade sales in April 2021 compared to April 2019, reflecting growing consumer confidence and demand for home improvement products as the UK’s economic recovery gathers …»

Kall Kwik launches ACE partnership scheme for fabricators

PVCu window machinery expert Kall Kwik has revealed the ACE up its sleeve with the launch of the partnership scheme focussing on Advice, Care, and Engineering, providing fabricators with a support package that offers exceptional peace …»

Ultion locks used by police to protect homes

Ultion, Brisant Secure’s famous premium lock, is helping to secure vulnerable homes in at-risk areas as part of the Safer Streets police initiative.

The Safer Streets scheme provides funding for Police Crime Commissioners …»

The scale of our resources will keep surcharges to a minimum

We are currently experiencing an extremely challenging and difficult time for the industry. Under normal circumstances, we would all be enjoying the fruits of one of the busiest periods the industry has ever been through ­- demand from …»

Senior s artful display at Bournemouth University

Aluminium fenestration solutions from Senior Architectural Systems have helped create a warm and welcoming accommodation scheme for the students of Arts University Bournemouth.

Senior’s patented low U-value PURe® aluminium …»

Decalu retail brochure now available through Deceuninck s Brand It marketing resource

Deceuninck Aluminium’s new retail brochure for the Decalu range of aluminium bi-folding, lift-and-slide and French doors can now be accessed via Deceuninck’s dedicated online marketing resource, Brand It.

Through the Brand It …»

Spectus Windows and doors complete new Lincolnshire residential housing development

247 white Spectus casement windows, 25 French doors and 10 residential doors have been manufactured and installed on a new 36 home Ashwood Homes development at Balmoral Way, Holbeach in Lincolnshire.

The new build contract was …»

Nova Group raises the bar on quality with Rapierstar

Leading window and door manufacturer for the retail and commercial sectors, Nova Group, has partnered with fastener systems specialist Rapierstar to strengthen the quality and performance of its PVCu windows and doors, and introduce an …»

VinylPlus Marking 20 Years of Progress Towards CIRCULARVINYL

At the completion of its second 10-year Voluntary Commitment to sustainable development, the European PVC industry takes stock of its achievements and looks ahead to 2030. Among the main results, which are summarised in the VinylPlus …»

Fentrade Aluminium delivers for hospital renovation project

Fentrade Aluminium has recently manufactured and supplied a new entrance porch enclosure as part of a largescale refurbishment project at St Joseph’s private hospital in Newport, Gwent. The exacting brief was to create an enclosed area …»

Father and daughter team open their first showroom in Horsham

A father and daughter team are investing over £100,000 into opening their first ever showroom.

Leighanne and Greg Cox are looking to expand Speedy Home Improvements by creating a dedicated space in Horsham that will showcase …»

CAB s Crucial Role in Industry Training

Not many decades ago you became skilled in a profession such as joinery, plumbing or glazing, by becoming an apprentice with a company where a skilled person taught you how to become a skilled craftsperson over a period of a few years, …»

Steel screens for stylish interior spaces

Steel doors and windows are synonymous with rugged performance and slim sightlines; and these same distinctive frames and profiles are now being specified for inside a building too. Members of the Steel Window Association (SWA) are …»

New retail brochure available from Modplan

Leading trade fabricator Modplan has just published a new high-end consumer brochure to help their customers leverage further sales for their impressive product portfolio. Heidi Sachs, Managing Director at Modplan, says: “Feedback …»

Sternfenster reveals the future of virtual showrooms with launch of state of the art CGI animation

Sternfenster has unveiled a state-of-the-art CGI animation of its Smart Alitherm 300 casement offer, the first in a series of digital assets that will form part of a next generation, virtual showroom of the fabricator’s complete …»

Max Vision the Decalu 163 Slim interlock

Deceuninck Aluminium has added a slim-interlock option to its ultra-energy efficient Decalu163 Lift-and-Slide aluminium patio door.

The heavy-weight system can accommodate individual sash weights of as much as 400kg and …»