CDW Systems Ltd: "Our customers have been asking for roof lights so being able to offer the Aliver Rooflight system fills a gap in our portfolio. The rooflight market is really big now and we've had good demand. We're offering set sizes at a quick turnaround in standard colours." said Jeremy Phillips, Group Chairman
Shelforce "The lockdown has been hugely challenging for us all, but it has impacted disabled people even more. We have staff who are autistic, deaf, visually impaired and suffer from cerebral palsy and Shelforce plays such a huge role in their lives that it was tough for them when they couldn't do the job they love." explained, Business Manager Howard Trotter
Deceuninck: "Architects and specifiers love the Decoroc finish because it's extremely durable and looks very similar to aluminium powder coating. We have a thriving commercial business, so it was the logical step to invest in our own Decoroc line to take full control of lead times and offer more flexibility to our commercial partners." says, Fastframe Commercial Director Paul Moody
AluFold Direct: "Talking with customers, it's clear that fast lead times on aluminium windows and doors are still one of the biggest benefits to them. Fast delivery, direct to site makes it easier for them to get on and get the job done, so they can fit in more projects and make more profit out of installing aluminium." says Managing Director, Russell Yates
VELUX: "As homeowners everywhere adjust to their new normal, improving our indoor spaces has never been more important, especially in busy areas of the home such as the kitchen or dining room which are ideal places for a VELUX INTEGRA and ACTIVE combination." said, Grant Sneddon, Product Manager
Steel Window Association: "As with all projects we are involved with, the hope is for the finished product to turn out exactly as imagined in your mind's eye. This project turned out fantastically with Ivan and his wife loving the look created by the steel windows and doors." commented, Trevor Woskett of Cotswold Casements
CMS Group: "Hitting our zero landfill target for a third year in a row is a tremendous achievement and reflects the dedication and effort of the whole team in maintaining the highest levels of sustainable manufacturing and installation."said, CEO, David Ritchie
Revitalising the high street
Let’s not let our high street fall to the wayside
The government announced plans to invest billions of pounds into UK infrastructure to help rebuild the economy. The UK will “Build Back Better”, it claims. The decline of the British high street has been a cause for concern for a number of years, but this new investment could offer a lifeline. Here, Nick Cowley, managing director of aluminium building product supplier, Endurawood, shares insight into how to construct a modern high street that thrives.
It's no secret that the high street has been troubled in recent years. Consumers are increasingly turning to online shopping. With fewer customers on the high street, retailers are not making enough profit against their overheads, forcing them to close high street stores.
The resulting empty shops are an eye sore, making towns and cities appear run down and lifeless. The high street must be renovated in order to bring shoppers back, and retailers must adapt to modern consumer lifestyles and shopping habits.
Time to adapt... … »