Allan Brothers makes a 2 6 million factory investment

Allan Brothers Ltd, reputedly the UK's oldest wood windows and doors manufacturer, is making a £2.6 million investment in its manufacturing processes at its factory in Berwick-upon-Tweed.

The investment from parent …»

New Yale Lockmaster 25mm bi fold door lock arrives at Window Ware

Go-to UK fenestration hardware provider, Window Ware, has strengthened its range of industry-favourite Lockmaster multi-point bi-fold door locks with a new 25mm backset option perfectly suited to today’s ever-slimmer aluminium …»

Door Care Maintenance Videos Released

Whether it’s polluted city air, corrosive salt air in coastal settings or continual exposure to the elements, external hardware has a lot more to deal with compared to internal hardware.

With this in mind, the team at …»

Senior launches online brochure trio

Leading aluminium fenestration solutions supplier Senior Architectural Systems has developed three new product brochures to provide a handy online resource for the specification of aluminium windows, doors and curtain wall …»

Security Sensors the very latest in app based door security

In a changing market, is it better to buy in?

Recent decades have seen the rise of the ‘one stop shop’ fabricator who tries to do it all. But with continuing market disruption, is this approach …»

Internorm Windows renew with Secured by Design

Supplier of high-quality architectural windows and doors for low energy and Passive House self-build and renovation projects, Internorm Windows, has renewed its membership with Secured by Design (SBD).

Since it was founded …»

New Warwick North West website showcases new product ranges

Leading trade supplier Warwick North West has launched an innovative new website, enabling customers full access to information about the wide range of products the Bootle-based company has to offer.

As a long established …»

Proposed removal of BS 476 22 for fire doors will mean more vigilance around hardware protection

The proposal for the removal of the national classifications, including BS 476:22, for fire doors from Approved Document B, will have significant implications on fire door testing and intumescent hardware protection, says Henry Rowden, …»

Lincolnshire s Rising Star Takes Charge as Head of Sales at Tradeglaze

Lincolnshire fabricator and installer of bespoke glass and glazing products Tradeglaze has announced promotion of Jonathan Brewer to head of sales.

Lincoln Law School graduate who joined the business in 2019 as trade sales …»

New light duty S2 bar from Prefix

As the sales momentum continues to accelerate for the new S2 glazed roofing system from Prefix, the company has now introduced a new light duty bar, helping to provide a lower cost option for this next generation roof.

The new …»

Built in panic function adds competitive advantage from Carl F Groupco

Leading independent hardware supplier Carl F Groupco is highlighting the benefits of its popular SmartSecure FUHR autotronic 834P Hybrid Automatic Door Lock for educational and commercial settings. One of the product’s key …»

Jack Aluminum expands its factory space with added 17 000 sq ft

Aluminium specialist, Jack Aluminium, has more than doubled the size of its premises with the move to a new location on the outskirts of Coventry.

The move has allowed the aluminium systems supplier to expand its factory space …»

Aluprof s Pursuit of Scottish Projects

Seen by some, Passivhaus construction offers the ‘gold standard’ when it comes to building high insulation homes for our low-carbon future. Earlier in the year Scotland took a bold first step to develop and legislate their …»

Gain a competitive edge with the Heritage Collection from Regal Aluminium

Installers wanting to tap into higher value projects can get the feature-rich products they need with the Heritage Collection from Regal Aluminium. Managing Director Jason Bamford said: “The Heritage Collection gives …»

Distinction doors helps Select Windows achieve PAS 24 2016

Distinction Doors is proud to announce that fabricator, Select Windows (Home Improvement) Ltd has achieved PAS 24:2016 with its Liniar Composite Residential Door System which uses the Distinction Doors 44.5mm GRP faced composite door …»

SupaLite transforms original site into specialist orangery and glazed roofing system facility

Preston-based conservatory roof replacement specialist, SupaLite, is proud to announce it has recently invested heavily in one of its original sites to create a dedicated orangery and glazed roofing system facility.

The Croft …»

We wanted to demonstrate our commitment to making houses homes safer in our area

Specialist manufacturers, suppliers & installers of high-quality windows & doors to the new build, retail, social housing & commercial sectors, Synerjy have joined Secured by Design.

Synerjy have extensive …»

Senior introduces new paint finish for its aluminium fenestration systems

Senior Architectural Systems, the UK’s largest privately owned aluminium fenestration solutions provider, has invested in its in-house powder coating facility to offer its customers a more practical and cost-effective alternative …»

Unlocking opportunities embrace the surge of broken plan living with Direct Trade Windows

With the rise in popularity of broken plan living, installers can’t waste any time before tapping into this lucrative market. Direct Trade Windows Director AJ Hassanali discusses the trend and how to get the …»

A Plus Aluminium frames view for homeowners

Technal bi-folding doors and casement windows supplied by A Plus Aluminium have been used in the renovation of a 1960s family home in rural Berkshire.

When Mr and Mrs Wood first purchased their home in 2012, they agreed to wait …»

Fentrade Aluminium adds new S140 Inline Sliding Door to its range

Fentrade Aluminium has added the new S140 Inline Sliding Door to its growing aluminium product portfolio. Chris Reeks, Director at Fentrade, said: “The new S140 Inline Sliding Door from AlUK seamlessly blends high performance with …»

Direct Trade Windows partners with CladUp Design to deliver premium cladding solutions

Leading aluminium trade fabricator Direct Trade Windows has formed a strategic partnership with façade design studio CladUp Design, marking a significant milestone for both companies as they join forces to provide high-quality …»

Neglecting triple glazing carries significant risk for Britain s glass and glazing industry

UK glazing has done a fantastic job of adapting to one of the most turbulent periods in living memory for the industry. It’s overcome the chaos of the pandemic, a deepening skills shortage, and the worst supply chain disruption …»

One in five Brits halting home improvements as they struggle to find tradespeople The Residence Collection reveals

31 August 2023: Following increased mortgage and interest rates in the UK, the housing market is under pressure. UK inflation has also hit Brits hard, with consumer prices reaching the biggest record highs in four decades1, making the …»

Framexpress welcomes new recruits to help elevate growth and expand offering

After celebrating its 25th anniversary, Framexpress isn’t slowing down with new recruits, Jonny Green and Alyson Westbrook, bringing their expertise to help bolster growth and support customers with new product …»

Sash window sales to stay strong despite downturn says Victorian Sliders MD

Steve Winslet, Group Managing Director of Victorian Sliders, comments on the state of the market.

There’s no doubt that, for the construction sector, 2023 is proving harder than 2022 – if not any year since the …»

Edgetech relaunches enhanced customer quality production reviews

Edgetech (a Quanex company) has always prized quality and customer service as the two cornerstones of their business.

Before the pandemic, one area where Edgetech offered outstanding customer service was through its regular …»

Liniar to double in size with ambitious growth plans

Liniar, one of the UK’s leading PVCu systems company and a subsidiary of Quanex, has announced ambitious plans that will double the size of its single-site, purpose-built headquarters in Derbyshire.

Group Managing …»

Window Ware has got Garnalex fabricators hardware needs covered

With the growing popularity of aluminium profile systems, not just in commercial glazing applications but in domestic settings too, leading independent fenestration hardware provider, Window Ware, is on a mission to support the growing …»

CAB Supports its Members on the Path to Net Zero

In an era where sustainability and environmental consciousness are now at the forefront of business strategies, we usually only ever hear of the very biggest carbon reduction projects and initiatives in the media. But, as an industry, …»

Shepley Door Hardware just got Sweet er

Leading trade fabricator, Shepley Windows has announced its latest update to the Visage Composite Door Range, with the addition of the Ultion Sweet hardware collection.

The Sweet collection includes letterplates, handles, …»

Mercury enhances manufacturing leadership team

As part of its commitment to staff development and lean manufacturing practices, specialist fabricator Mercury Glazing Supplies has successfully restructured its manufacturing leadership team.

With immediate effect, the new …»

Introducing the Yale Expede Window Bracket

Yale has launched an innovative new window bracket which can reduce housebuilding programmes dramatically. It allows fully glazed windows to be installed into external timber wall panels during the production process and then delivered …»

Q2 value sales up 7 6 on Q1 with volume up 11 3 and prices down 3 3

Quarter-on-quarter, total value sales from Britain’s Builders’ Merchants climbed +7.6% in Q2 2023 compared to January to March 2023. Growth came from stronger volumes (+11.3%) as prices were -3.3% lower. With four less …»

Tradeglaze Expands Product Range With Resurgence Flush Sash Production

Lincoln fabricator and installer of PVCu and Aluminium glass and glazing products Tradeglaze has launched Liniar Resurgence flush casements production to add to the company’s growing product portfolio. The announcement follows a …»

Modplan further expands factory capacity to meet flush sash demand

Leading trade fabricator Modplan has completed a significant plant expansion, further strengthening the production output of its PVC-U Flush Sash windows. The new 220sqm dedicated manufacturing centre has increased production output by …»

Bedfordshire Windows Ltd selects reliable and professional Jack Aluminium Systems as newest supplier

Premium glazing supplier, Bedfordshire Windows Ltd, has selected Jack Aluminium Systems as its newest supplier, helping the Kempston-based fabricator bolster its ability to acquire and build its portfolio of commercial …»

Authentic appeal from ODL Europe

Composite door innovator ODL Europe is highlighting the authentic appeal of its popular Craftsman Door Cassette Framing System which offers added value benefits for its customers. Suzanne Nicholl, Head of Sales and Customer Services at …»

CAB s Residential Website for Homeowners

Aluminium systems are considered by many homeowners as an aspirational choice for home improvement given its slim, good looks, long service life and 100% recyclability. More expensive than other fenestration materials, …»

Vista introduces the County Collection a timeless tribute to British architectural heritage

Leading composite door and uPVC panel manufacturer Vista Panels has launched a new range of composite doors under its flagship XtremeDoor brand.

The new County Collection is a completely bespoke offering, thanks to Vista …»

Growing hardware sales demonstrate strength of commercial and social housing markets

Carl F Groupco is commending an upturn in sales of its tilt & turn and reversible hardware ranges because of what it reveals about the industry more widely.

Julie Warner, Product Manager at Carl F Groupco, said: …»

Framexpress is all fired up to launch its own Fully Certified Fire Doors

Leading trade fabricator, Framexpress, has launched its own complete range of Composite Fire, Smoke and Security Doorset Solutions.

The range, Fire Doors by Framexpress, is fully compliant with the latest ‘Building a …»

Why Türmacher Doors use BLU Hardware as standard

In a recent collaboration with Coastal Group, Türmacher provided a stunning entrance door for their Brand Centre.

Coastal Business Development Manager, Charles Davies caught up with Türmacher Director - Paul Brumfield …»

SILKA installers can lock in a truly exclusive showroom location

With areas available throughout the UK and Ireland, SILKA is giving installers the chance to lock in a truly exclusive showroom location, thanks to the launch of its SILKAselect trade partnership.

Installers focused on growing …»

Heritage Trade Frames to fit Yale SensCheck as standard

Yale has announced Heritage Trade Frames as an official partner for SensCheck™, the company’s popular range of integrated smart door and window sensors.

Heritage Trade Frames will be fitting SensCheck™ …»

QUALICOAT Supports Surface World

Membership of the UK & Ireland Association continues to grow as the QUALICOAT Specification continues to be adopted by architectural powder coaters, powder manufacturers and pretreatment systems companies. Now with 44 members …»

Elglaze celebrates 40 years of excellence

Established in 1983, Elglaze continues to build upon a legacy rooted in trust, top-tier quality, and customer-oriented service.

"Reaching this milestone is a huge honour," said Steve Martin, owner of Elglaze. …»

Sherborne partners with Purplex and triumphs with record conversion rates

Sherborne, leading windows and doors specialists in Hampshire, have achieved record-breaking success in converting 90% of their website enquiries to leads following their partnership with leading full-service home improvement marketing …»

Glazerite unveils Ultion Sweet as standard

The Glazerite UK Group has unveiled a new standard offering for installers, set to appeal to consumers looking for the perfect balance of aesthetics, durability and security.

The move will see Glazerite doors fitted with Ultion …»

Dual Colour Frames A Growing Trend For Kolorseal

Leading colour coating specialist, Kolorseal Ltd, has noticed a growing trend with high end builders and fabricators who supply them, with dual colour frames on both windows and doors.

The different colour options for internal …»