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From the News: -

SWISSPACER makes 1st million metres at new plant. Weathershield targets 1,000 units a day & triple glazing with SWISSPACER.

Glasslam - New Spacer & Powder Coating Plant in Florida. CENSolutions - Beware of Misinformation

Phoenix Door Panels - launches its new-look website. Added Oomph! for Door-Stop online orders

Mila - welcomes new TS007 security standard. Signature Energy Plus from RegaLead

Kömmerling - Keeping quiet at CWG Choices. New machinery helps Crystal meet growing demand

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An industry under pressure

It would not have escaped people's attention that the government has reduced the feed-in tariffs for renewable energy projects. To some there is shock horror, they need government money to survive. To others it is just a reflection of the success being enjoyed by a subsidised industry.

Those that are disappointed seem to think it was a given that they should have access to government money. This is part of the problem - government money? Governments don't as a rule have money of their own. What governments have is the advantage of being able to take from the successful earners and give it to others - its taxpayers money governments play with. In other words the house in the street with all those lovely new PV panels on their roof, they got there because everyone else in the street had money taken from their pockets to fund their neighbours access to cheap energy.

Logic says in the coming years it is the same amount of taxpayer money still being used to fund the renewable industry, just that the pot is being shared between more and more people. You could say it has been a successful 'seed corn' operation, and now we are getting close to the time that pay back will begin....[ more ]

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In Box

Letter to the Editor - Response to Alan Fielder’s letter in Fenestration News (17.10.11)

Dear Ian

Alan Fielder (Fenestration News, 17.10.11) makes a good point. Consumers want to reduce their energy bills which have been rising steeply.

They’ve been warned they’ll rise even more in future. Together with general inflation and caps on earnings this is hurting, and influencing their behaviour.

A recent national survey of homeowners conducted by Opinium Research and commissioned by DGCOS found that the top reason* for people replacing windows and doors is to reduce their energy bills (61%). This new-found focus on saving energy can only grow as the Green Deal is promoted and building regulations are tightened....[ more ]

Yours sincerely

Vic De Costa, SWISSPACER, Marketing and Sales Manager, UK and Ireland

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In Box

Letter to the Editor - Response to Alan Fielder

Dear Ian,

I was interested to read Alan Fielder’s letter concerning triple glazing in the UK and the ‘complications’ it brings with it.

While it may have been true in the past to say that generally the UK climate isn’t cold enough to warrant the extra cost/weight of triple glazed units, rising energy costs and the extremely cold winters we have experienced recently might say otherwise.

The fact is, increased comfort in our homes and offices is worth paying for in a one-off installation if it brings lower energy costs for years to come.

The experience of GED in North America, where the winters are that much harsher than in the usually temperate UK is that increased comfort is definitely worth having, and is the reason why we introduced Warm Edge technology to begin with....[ more ]

Regards

Chris Wale, GED Integrated Solutions

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In Box

Letter to the Editor - Response to Bruce Morley

Dear Ian,

Bruce Morley’s letter to Fenestration News (14/10/11) had some good advice for installers. The economy has been hard on companies that have not invested in machinery and people.

In the last twelve months Crystal has invested in two Rotox CNC Corner Cleaners and a new Stuga Flowline machine to increase our capacity and make sure we don’t hold our customers back with our quality or service. We’ve also recruited a new customer support team, added to our sales team, appointed a new Financial Director and developed the senior management team.

But investing in machinery and people is not enough. It is essential to support customers with on time in full - and on quality – deliveries, but in a market that is more than 30% down on its peak four or five years ago, ...[ more ]

Yours sincerely

Brian Geraghty, MD - Crystal Direct

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In Box

Letter to the Editor - Response to Fenestration News Bulletin leader

Dear Ian,

I couldn’t agree more with your leader in Fenestration News 6th October. It describes conservatories perfectly.

You ask why the industry lacks its former dynamism: where is the fresh blood, and fresh perspectives?

Ten years ago in a complacent market, Ultraframe lost its dominant position to a mix of innovation, fast service and marketing. Then there was a legal dogfight between Ultraframe and K2. Like many legal fights it was expensive and distracting. It knocked the stuffing out of them and left nothing to invest in new products and developing the market...[ more ]

Yours sincerely

Martin Randall, Managing Director, Chairman, Zoom Conservatory Roof Systems

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Also in the news....

Thermoseal Group -
'New Irish Oak Georgian bar and bespoke fittings'
In response to customer demand, New Irish Oak Georgian bar and bespoke cruciform fittings have developed by Thermoseal Group in popular sizes 18x8mm and 25x8mm. - The Group’s sales ..[ more ]

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UAP Limited -
'UAP can unlock profit for your business'
A North-west door hardware and security specialist is opening the door to increased profits for the uPVC market with its latest product range. - UAP say their new range will make a ..[ more ]

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Crystal Direct -
'New machinery helps Crystal meet growing demand'
To meet growing customer demand and improve manufacturing efficiency, Crystal Direct has invested in a Stuga Flowline cutting and machining centre. - The Stuga Flowline will allow ..[ more ]

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Regalead -
'Signature Energy Plus from RegaLead'
RegaLead, the market leader in decorative products for the flat glass industry, is pleased to announce that customers can now benefit from an extension to its Signature range – gla ..[ more ]

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Comar Architectural Aluminium Systems -
'Time Cost Conscious Comar'
As a leading British firm with systems designed for the British commercial fenestration market, Comar Architectural Aluminium Systems has been in business for forty years. Comar i ..[ more ]

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Conservatory Outlet -
'Sales Figures Confirm Network Growth'
Window, door and conservatory fabricator Conservatory Outlet achieved record-breaking sales in the first quarter of its 2011 financial year, in line with the continuous expansion o ..[ more ]

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Balcony Systems -
'Balcony Systems is the right choice for seaside living'
Overlooking the sea at Mawgan Porth in North Cornwall, this stylish irregular-shaped balcony from Balcony Systems incorporates the company’s unique self-cleaning glass coating to r ..[ more ]

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'Listers – Here we G-Again!'
Can you believe that another year has passed since the last UK Glass and Glazing Industry G-Awards? Well, November the 25th will see Britain’s best and brightest glazing companies ..[ more ]

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Tradelink Direct Ltd -
'Tradelink Team Achieve More NVQs'
Tradelink, the trade fabricator with 19 years experience of understanding installers’ needs, continues to invest in its employees and is pleased to announce that six more members o ..[ more ]

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CENSolutions Ltd -
'Beware of Misinformation'
CENSolutions, the leading consultancy and test facility for the window, door and glazing industries urges manufacturers of thermally toughened glass to beware of misinformation whe ..[ more ]

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Zoom Conservatory Systems -
'Zoom brings fresh thinking to the conservatory market'
Martin Randall, Chairman of Crystal Direct, and Roger Hartshorn, Managing Director of Liniar Window Systems, have teamed up to invest in Zoom Conservatory Roof Systems acquired fro ..[ more ]

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Kommerling -
'Keeping quiet at CWG Choices'
CWG Choices and Kömmerling have been working together on a number of prestigious commercial contracts, each requiring a detailed and bespoke specification. Most recently, a complex ..[ more ]

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UAP Limited -
'UAP viewers set to protect Olympians in 2012'
The 2012 London Olympics and Paralympics are just a shot put away but preparation for the Games has been a long and intense operation since London secured the bid in 2005. With hun ..[ more ]

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The Glazing Ombudsman -
'The Glazing Ombudsman (TGO)'
An Ombudsman Scheme has been launched for the industry to provide redress for disputes which arise between consumers and installers. This scheme is a ‘no-frills, hassle free’ serv ..[ more ]

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Hegla -
'Hegla enjoys constructive Vitrum 2011'
With the industry looking at global developments, as well as possibilities for economic growth and new business opportunities, Hegla received encouraging feedback at the Italian ex ..[ ]

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Metal Technology -
'Metal Technology flies high at Biggin Hill'
Leading architectural aluminium systems specialist Metal Technology, has completed work on a new state of the art hangar and VIP facility at historic Biggin Hill Airport, designed ..[ ]

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Trojan Manufacturing Group -
'PAS 24 option demonstrates Trojan’s innovation'
The Trojan Manufacturing Group’s stainless steel Sparta door handle has proved a popular addition to the company’s portfolio. But the introduction of a new option is set to make it ..[ ]

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Swisspacer -
'Weathershield targets 1,000 units a day & triple glazing with SWI'
Luton based trade fabricator Weathershield Windows set up its own sealed unit production line in June, and is already making 300 SWISSPACER V units a day. All the units are energy ..[ ]

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VEKA -
'Padiham Glass goes for the hat-trick'
Leading sealed unit supplier and glass processor, Padiham Glass, has opened its second trade centre in just two years, supplying VEKA products to the trade. - This follows the succ ..[ ]

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Truframe Ltd -
'Huge increase in sales sparks record month at Truframe'
Leading Midlands based trade fabricator Truframe is celebrating the most successful month in their 17 year history, following a huge boost in sales. Truframe’s Sales Director Stev ..[ ]

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VEKA -
'VEKA supports local apprentices'
Systems supplier joins up for 100 in 100 campaign - Industry-leading VEKA plc has signed up to a new government initiative to help generate more apprenticeship programmes in the No ..[ ]

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Sash UK -
'Seeing is Believing at Accordion’s New Showroom'
The good people at Accordion Windows and Home Improvements understand that buying a conservatory is an important purchase and one where an option to ‘try before you buy’ can help a ..[ ]

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Insight Data Ltd -
'Window company failure rate increases'
A difficult year in the window industry has taken its toll, with further consolidation and economic factors contributing to realignment among fabricators and installers, claims Ins ..[ ]

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Edgetech IG Inc -
'Edgetech Joins CAB'
Edgetech, the UK manufacturer of the most cost effective Warm Edge Technology, is pleased to announce that it has joined the Council for Aluminium in Building (CAB) to further supp ..[ ]

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Clearway Doors and Windows -
'Clearway Doors and Windows launch fire resistant door'
Leading Cheltenham based fabricator Clearway Doors and Windows has launched a specialist range of aluminium fire resistant screens and doors to help their trade customers meet the ..[ ]

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Fenestration News -
'An industry under pressure'
It would not have escaped people's attention that the government has reduced the feed-in tariffs for renewable energy projects. To some there is shock horror, they need government ..[ ]

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Glasslam -
'New Spacer & Powder Coating Plant in Florida'
Steve Howes, CEO of Glasslam, in a partnership with Pat Argento, owner of Hurricane Impact Glass & Aluminum, has purchased Florida Powder Coating in Lantana, FL, forming a new co ..[ ]

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Michael Rigby Associates(MRA) -
'Triple CMA finalist MRA Marketing helps clients grow'
MRA Marketing is a triple award finalist in this year’s prestigious Construction Marketing Awards. The specialist Marketing and PR agency has been shortlisted for its proactive wor ..[ ]

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Palmer Market Research -
'Domestic Glazing Takes a Hit in 2011'
Lack of consumer appetite for home improvements continues to mean bad news for glazing industry - The market for glazed products in Great Britain declined for the fourth consecutiv ..[ ]

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Axion Recycling -
'Recovinyl set to recycle over 50,000 tonnes of UK PVC in 2011'
PVC recycling in the UK continues to move in the right direction with more than 50,000 tonnes of material expected to be recycled by the end of 2011, according to Recovinyl. - Jane ..[ ]

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Zoom Conservatory Systems -
'Letter to the Editor - Response to news bulletin leader - Martin '
I couldn’t agree more with your leader in Fenestration News 6th October. It describes conservatories perfectly. - You ask why the industry lacks its former dynamism: where is the f ..[ ]

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VEKA -
'VEKA fabricator shortlisted for G11 Award'
Consort Windows has been shortlisted for the Fabricator of the Year Award at the prestigious G11 Awards, due to be held at London's Hilton Park Lane Hotel in November this year. - ..[ ]

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Phoenix Door Panels -
'Phoenix Door Panels launches its new-look website'
Phoenix Door Panels, one of the UK’s largest domestic replacement door manufacturers, has completely re-designed its website www.phoenix doorpanels.co.uk, giving it a fresh, modern ..[ ]

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Swisspacer -
'SWISSPACER makes 1st million metres at new plant'
SWISSPACER’s third manufacturing plant in Gilwice, Poland, has already produced its first million metres of spacer bar since opening in August. - The leading warm edge supplier ope ..[ ]

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Qualicoat (UK & Ireland) -
'Qualicoat Increase Membership'
Qualicoat UK & Ireland continue to increase its membership as more powder coaters realise the benefits of adopting the quality label. Architectural Aluminium Coatings of Wolverhamp ..[ ]

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Leads2Trade -
'Volume trebles for Leads2Trade'
Leads2Trade, one of the UK's major suppliers of double qualified window, door, conservatory and solar leads has seen their volume treble in the last few months, providing a great o ..[ ]

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