TWR Group set to add Visofold 1000 Slim to bi fold range

Major aluminium specialists TWR Group is adding Smart Systems Visofold 1000 Slim bi-fold door to its high-quality aluminium bi-fold range.

The North East fabricator, one of the leading aluminium bi-fold suppliers in the …»

Works of art Super Spacer helps to bring landmark galleries to life

Edgetech’s world-renowned Super Spacer® has been integrated into the window units of thousands of striking and ambitious buildings around the globe – including dozens of stunning art galleries and …»

Specialist Supported Housing Design Guide launched

Secured by Design (SBD) have launched a Specialist and Supported Housing Design Guide to sit alongside Homes 2023, SBD’s updated guidance for domestic properties.

Both documents have been designed to cater for the …»

Mercury reports upturn in aluminium vertical slider sales

Mercury Glazing, one of the UK’s largest PVC-U vertical slider fabricators, has reported an upturn in sales of its aluminium vertical sliders. Steve Cross, Director at Mercury, said: “Aluminium sash windows have grown …»

Enfield Speciality Doors is a hit for A list London recording studio

A brand-new, high-end recording studio in East London has been fitted with bespoke acoustic doors from specialist manufacturer Enfield Speciality Doors.

The doors will provide exceptional acoustic performance while delivering …»

Modern ironmongery with traditional styling

Designed in the heart of England to enhance British doors and windows, Hardwick is a brand of premium suited ironmongery in matching finishes, exclusive to Toolfix Joinery and Construction Supplies.

The Classic Range is the …»

Quanex s continued commitment to growth sees it further invest in Edgetech s future

Quanex is renowned for their commitment to investing regularly in their companies across the world to ensure they can provide the highest quality of products and services. This dedication to their businesses and customers plays an …»

Pressure equalised and mobile at great heights

Motorhomes, camper vans and expedition vehicles are sometimes exposed to extreme weather as well as altitude and temperature differences while touring around the world. Therefore, the windows they are fitted with must also meet …»

Senior prescribed for new Heatherwood Hospital

The new £100m Heatherwood Hospital in Ascot, Berkshire has been designed by leading architects BDP and features a range of aluminium fenestration solutions from Senior Architectural Systems.

The ’open’ design …»

Liniar Renews Membership with Secured by Design

Derbyshire-based window and door systems company, Liniar, a subsidiary of Quanex, has renewed its membership with Secured by Design (SBD), the official police security initiative.

Founded in 1974, the UK-manufactured Liniar …»

Stand out Fuzion Entrance Door launched by Comar

Comar Aluminium Architectural Systems has unveiled its new, highly-anticipated Fuzion option as part of the Legacy suite. Entrance doors have never looked and performed better until now, bringing together stylish looks and outstanding …»

Q1 2023 sales drop 2 3 as volumes tumble 16 4

Total value sales data from Britain’s Builders’ Merchants shows Q1 2023 recorded a -2.3% drop in year-on-year growth, with volume sales falling -16.4% countered by +16.9% price inflation. With one more trading day this …»

Sashless Window Company renews membership with SBD

The North Yorkshire-based Sashless Window Company has renewed its membership with Secured by Design, the official police security initiative.

A family owned and run business with over 50 years’ experience, Sashless Window …»

A better way to build from Leka

The popular Leka Xi modular conservatory system offers a wealth of benefits over a traditional home extension or brick-built conservatory which is why it’s fast become the go-to system across the domestic market. Rhys Hoddinott, …»

Automation pioneers Swift Frame mark thirty years of success

Ground-breaking fabricator Swift Frame is celebrating its 30th anniversary.

Founders Terry Rush and Dave Tunnicliffe were among the first to embrace large-scale automation in manufacturing windows and doors.

In the …»

SILKA launches Bifold Door range for the UK market

SILKA – creators of the super energy efficient aluminium window and door system – has added its ahead-of-the-curve Aluminium Bifold Door to the range.

With home extensions, refurbishments and new builds looking for …»

G Awards for 2023 announced

G23 – the industry’s leading awards will take place on Friday 24 November 2023 and returns to the London Hilton on Park Lane.

Now in their 19th year, the G Awards have firmly established themselves as the ultimate …»

New cladding product and colour for Freefoam Fortex range

Freefoam has extended its Fortex® cladding range with a new product and new premium colour.

‘Shadow Gap’ features a subtle embossed finish like painted pine, with a deep groove between boards, adding a visual …»

Why it s great to be a Tradelink retailer

Tradelink Direct has been manufacturing PVC-U windows and doors for over 30 years. Operating impressive production facilities which manufacture high-quality products for both the commercial and domestic sectors, the company takes pride …»

Sold Secure SBD collaborate on IoT security products

The Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure Act 2022 has been enacted into law, receiving Royal Assent on 6th December 2022, with businesses needing to be compliant with the Act by 29th April 2024.

The new law …»

CDW Systems enhancing sustainability credentials with Technal partnership

With sustainability a huge consideration for businesses, specialist aluminium fabricator CDW Systems is working closely Technal to strengthen its sustainability credentials.

Part of the Hydro Group, a global leader in aluminium …»

From Ambitions to Action Making the EU Green Deal Happen

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VinylPlus® launched its Progress Report 2023 at the 11th VinylPlus Sustainability Forum (VSF2023). Under the theme ‘Making the EU Green Deal Happen’, more than 160 delegates from 21 countries gathered in Florence, …»

Total Hardware extends Part F compliant trickle vent range

Independent hardware supplier Total Hardware has just extended its Part F-compliant trickle vent range by adding the Sightline Ventilator from RW Simon.

Chris Pell, General Manager at Total Hardware, said: “Following the …»

QUALICOAT Leading the Way in Architectural Coating Technology

The QUALICOAT Specification is unique and it can be confusing to understand exactly what it is? It is not a national standard, such as a British Standard or an ISO and it does not fall under any country or specification body. What it …»

Renson UK launches Integrated Ventilation Solutions

Louvre specialist Renson UK has launched an innovative new ventilation solution to the market, following increased demand for more effective ventilation from better performing products.

Developed with a strategic approach to …»

Further Depot Network Expansion For GAP

The trade specialists are delighted to announce they will be opening a new depot in the seaside town of Morecambe, Lancashire.

After overseeing multiple new depot openings last year around the UK, GAP have now focused their …»

SILKA launches Rooflight range for the UK market

SILKA, the super energy efficient aluminium windows and door system, includes the triple-glazed SILKA Rooflight in its ahead-of-the-curve range of products. A matching Rooflight was a really important addition to the range, as so many …»

UK s consumer connectable product security regime will come into effect in April 2024

The Product Security and Telecommunications Infrastructure Act 2022 received Royal Assent on 6th December 2022 and was enacted into law. The government have now announced that companies have a period of a year to implement the changes …»

Dekko supplies 500k of aluminium to major modular development project

Leading trade fabricator Dekko Window Systems has supplied a number of high-quality aluminium windows and doors worth over half a million pounds to a modular development in North Devon.

Working with modular housebuilder …»

Premium aluminium vertical sliding sash window now available from Direct Trade Windows

Following a rise in popularity of aluminium vertical sliding sash windows, leading trade supplier Direct Trade Windows has added the market-leading product to its range.

Smart’s VS600 vertical sliding sash window is ideal …»

Warwick North West renews SBD licence

Leading trade fabricator Warwick North West has sealed its commitment to customer security by renewing its SBD licence.

Having SBD accreditation means the Bootle-based company’s range of uPVC windows and doors are …»

How to save money with AT Precision

While there is talk of an improving economy, the UK is still battling sky-rocketing energy bills, fuel hikes and inflation – and the effects are trickling into every level of the industry.

Fabricators in particular are …»

Warwick North West expands aluminium product portfolio

Leading trade fabricator Warwick North West has strengthened its product portfolio with the addition of a high-quality casement window and roof lantern from Garnalex’s Sheerline range.

The addition is the latest in a …»

European Commission Regulation restricting lead in PVC enables continuity of PVC recycling

The Regulation, which will enter into force in twenty days, supports the industry’s efforts to substitute lead stabilisers in PVC production. In fact, VinylPlus has been working proactively to substitute lead, and since 2015, the …»

AT Precision adds PVC infill extrusions to its product portfolio

AT Precision, a leading supplier of bi-fold hardware, has expanded its product portfolio to include a range of PVC infill extrusions, further enhancing the company's position as a market leader in the industry.

The range …»

Total Hardware adds IONIC Electronic Lock by Fullex ai to its range

Independent hardware supplier Total Hardware has just added the new IONIC Electronic Lock by Fullex-ai to its range. Suitable for timber, aluminium and composite doors using a 45mm lock backset, the smartphone-operated lock is ideal …»

Direct Trade Windows adds slimline sliding pocket doors to product portfolio

Leading aluminium window and door manufacturer Direct Trade Windows is right on trend for 2023 with its new range of slimline sliding pocket doors.

The Slough-based firm aims to meet ever-increasing customer demand for the …»

Caldwell Hardware celebrates 50 years of UK manufacturing

Caldwell Hardware has been supplying quality window hardware for more than a century and 2023 marks 50 years since it expanded its manufacturing into the UK market. During this time, it introduced several industry firsts, such as …»

Premier DGU s commitment to quality sees it achieve Part 2 Super Spacer Heritage pass

One of the UK’s leading IGU manufacturers has achieved a pass in stringent BS EN 1279 Part 2 testing with Super Spacer Heritage.

Over 27 years, Edgetech customer Premier DGU has been offering outstanding products and service to …»

Aluprof Redefines Energy Efficiency with the Launch of a New Window and Door System

It is not often that a new aluminium system enters the market which ticks all the boxes, but the new MB-79N from Aluprof seems to do just that.

Successor to the company’s highly popular MB-70 system, the highly anticipated new …»

Fenestration Bounces Back

Despite the recent IMF report stating that the ‘UK is expected to be only major economy to shrink in 2023’, construction overall seems to be turning as CAB Members are reporting growth in demand for aluminium fenestration and …»

Opening up rooms with Visofold 1000 Slim from Tradelink

Tradelink’s Visofold system is the UK’s most popular aluminium bi-fold door range. The latest addition is the Visofold 1000 Slim which delivers a range of benefits for the fabricator, installer and end user. Featuring new …»

A Plus Aluminium launches trade stock service

A Plus Aluminium is pleased to announce the launch of its upgraded residential trade stock service which supports fast lead times and lower costs on eight window and door products.

The products are - Crown 98 and 120 Sliding …»

Marginal value growth in year on year merchant sales in February

The latest Builders Merchant Building Index (BMBI) report reveals that builders’ merchants’ value sales were up +0.8% in February compared to the same month in 2022. This growth was driven exclusively by price inflation …»

Delivering on style and substance

Leading independent hardware supplier Carl F Groupco says that when it comes to door hardware, product performance should always be the top priority. John Crittenden, Managing Director of Carl F Groupco, commented: “The …»

The Residence Collection launches new concealed trickle vent product

The Residence Collection is pleased to announce their brand new product, a concealed trickle vent cover, in line with new legislation and tested in accordance with BS EN 13141-1.

From 15th June 2022, Part F Building …»

Fentrade adds even more value to its customer service

Specialist fabricator Fentrade has taken its proactive customer experience to the next level with bespoke upgrades to its LogiKal software operating system from BM Aluminium.

The upgrades will result in an even faster …»

Yale expands SensCheck compatibility with Mantis 4

Building on the success of the SensCheck™ range, Yale has announced that the Mantis 4 multipoint door lock has been added to the ever-growing list of products which are now compatible with the integrated smart window and door …»

Reynaers renews commitment to police security scheme to reassure homeowners on safety

Aluminium door and window specialist, Reynaers Aluminium UK, has renewed its membership with Secured by Design (SBD), the official police security initiative that sets a standard for safety in residential …»

Promat delivers fire resistant glazing solution for Victorian Market refurbishment

Promat UK’s SYSTEMGLAS® Ligna fire resistant glazing system has provided the ideal solution for the internal doors and arched glazing feature for one of the entrances to the newly refurbished Victorian Market in …»