The round-up headline this week writes itself - slim, flush, effective efficiency, with lots of colour, and self-confident reassuring pride.
Senior Architectural Systems: "Aluminium windows and doors make an attractive alternative to uPVC and the use of colour can add further interest. We are thrilled that our Signature colour collection has captured the imaginations of both trade installers and domestic customers alike and that we are able to meet the rise in demands" said James Keeling-Heane sales director
HEGLA UK: "Glasstec has always been a very positive platform for the company to show visitors better and faster ways to manufacture. Many key industry players have shown a great interest in the range of products on show with laser marking and edge deletion being important topics of discussion with UK customers which far exceeded our expectations with regard to the market". comments Managing Director Steve Goble
Tradesmith: "The first PVC-U fabricator to offer a range of Bluesky certified A++, A and B rated acoustic windows. Apart from making the best range of flush sash windows, this brand line-up instantly enables Tradesmith to offer the widest, most exciting range of colour in the South East. And the killer is, we offer it with the same fast-response service levels in white and colour" Managing Director Mark Hutchinson
Universal Trade Frames: "The flush casement window is a design that has stood the test of time and it enhances both heritage homes and modern builds. our flush casement window offers impressive design flexibility and has something for everyone, no matter what the project. " said Managing Director Brian Kruger
Pilkington: " As well as creating whole new areas of floor space that enjoy views of the library’s beautiful courtyard, the increased glazing also lets natural light deep into the interior of the building while also efficiently helping to maintain a comfortable climate right through the year. " said Jeff Haber, managing partner at W&W Glass
AluFoldDirect "The contemporary, slim design of Venlo RD2 perfectly matches our aluminium slimline windows, bi-fold and sliding doors. We've kept things simple, with three door style options, in the two most popular colours, delivered in just two weeks, ready to fit." adds Managing Director Craig Miller
Exlabesa Extrusions "This investment will enable us to upgrade our plant and continue to deliver the outstanding quality our growing customer base relies on." said Fernando Quinta, director
Aztec Windows: " When customers see the alternative to standard windows, they immediately want to upgrade. The timber look was previously used mainly for the heritage market but is now becoming traditional mainstream and much more popular in the general market", comments Michael Hagan director
Frame Fast: " We had been looking for a solution for our popular Modus flush sash windows, and the new Jade MechWeld Joint solution means we can weld a timber-look joint without the fixings or glue needed to make a mechanical joint. " says Nigel Leivers, Director
Letter to the Editor - Niche to making at scale
Dear Ian,
The flush sash market is growing rapidly, and research among fabricators indicates that it's forecast to grow from an attractive niche to a mainstream window. But, if fabricators want to supply this growth market they need an economic way to make flush windows at scale.
It's growing fast because homeowners love minimal maintenance and windows which look wooden, even on the joints.
For many years there was virtually only one way to make PVC-U windows - that's with 45° corner welds - but fabricators have several timber-alternative options now, windows with mechanical joints, ones with a half joint or full timber look on both sides. …»
Yours sincerely
Alan Burgess
Managing Director, Timberweld
Hegla & Bystronic - advertisement
Epwin Window Systems -
'Epwin Window Systems joins Made in Britain campaign'
Epwin Window Systems has just announced it has become an official member of the Made in Britain campaign. Gerald Allen, Marketing Manager at Epwin Window Systems, said: “Naturally, we are proud to support British innovation and technology and we ’re delighted to be part of the Made in Britain campaign.” The Made in Britain campai ...more
Steel Window Association -
'SWA specifications ensure a British supply chain'
Britain ’s long and well regarded engineering heri e continues to flourish across a number of sectors; and can be seen fully represented by the businesses, of different sizes, which belong to the Steel Window Association. The SWA membership undertakes a wide range of work, from replica refurbishment, and even in-situ repair, to the fab ...more
Pilkington Building Products -
'Pilkington Planar™ brings the central library in Tulsa, Oklahoma into the 21st centur'
When the City of Tulsa set out to renovate its 50-year-old Central Library building – one of its best-loved landmarks – it wanted to bring it up to date in every respect, aesthetically, energy-performance-wise and in terms of the visitor experience it offers. The brief was to modernise the building without losing its period character. Fr ...more
Clear Thinking Software -
'Glass Office system helps Epwin Glass achieve 100% On Time In Full'
Epwin Glass, based in Northampton, can make 25,000 high quality sealed units per week and distribute these all over the country from their 80,000 sq.ft factory. They have recently consolidated their manufacturing into a single site, and also implemented the Clear Thinking Glass Office software for order processing and production. Sam Cr ...more
Universal Trade Frames -
'Universal Trade Frames has impressive Flush Casement Window offering'
As the market for flush casement windows grows, Universal Trade Frames has an offering that will add value to installers. Managing Director Brian Kruger said: “The Flush Casement Window is a design that has stood the test of time and it enhances both heri e homes and modern builds. Our Flush Casement Window offers impressive design flexibi ...more
HEGLA Bystronic Partnership -
'Laser Technology From HEGLA - A Gamechanger'
According to Steve Goble, Managing Director HEGLA UK Ltd, every once in a while something comes along that can be the missing link in a glass factory. It is the difference between simply having turnover and making real profit by increased efficiency. “As the industry begins to prepare for the effects of BREXIT, if any, the efficien ...more
Deceuninck -
'Deceuninck’s Chris Jones and Darren Woodcock appointed UK directors'
Deceuninck UK has announced the appointment of two new directors, Chris Jones and Darren Woodcock, following several years of outstanding performance. Previously Head of Sales, Chris Jones has been promoted to Sales Director and Darren Woodcock promoted to Operations Director. Chris joined Deceuninck in 2014 and has helped existing cust ...more
Modplan Ltd -
'Modplan’s Secured by Design-accredited range extended'
Leading VEKA trade fabricator Modplan has just announced its Secured by Design-accredited range has grown by over a third and the certification all updated to the latest PAS24:2016 security standard. Justin Williams, International Sales and Marketing Director, said: “We are delighted to be able to extend our Secured by Design product range. ...more
Windowlink Ltd. -
'Aspire Bifolds choose Windowlink from day one'
When Aspire Bifolds set up just two years ago, one of the first phone calls Director John Small made was to Mark at Windowlink. Having worked with Windowlink ’s software before, John knew it was integral to the success of the business. After 10 years in the industry, John and fellow director James Wenlock set up the supply and fit busines ...more
Steel Window Association -
'Half hour test success for SWA creates new openings for steel doorsets'
A painstaking programme of development and testing, conducted by the Steel Window Association's technical committee, has led to the UK's top-rated fire testing centre granting a half-hour test certificate for both single and double W20 doorsets. Ongoing work by SWA member companies over the past eight months has culminated in the full fi ...more
VBH (GB) Ltd -
'VBH launches greenteQ Aspire: a new range of handles and finger pulls'
VBH has launched Aspire, a new suite of handles and finger pulls suitable for aluminium, timber and PVC-U lift and slide doors. Part of VBH ’s greenteQ range, Aspire is available in a wide choice of finishes, including polished or brushed stainless steel, PVD gold, satin chrome, window grey, black, anthracite grey and white. The Aspire ha ...more
West Port Windows & Doors Ltd -
'Blue skies ahead for West Port as they achieve Fire Door certification with a leading'
West Port, one of Britain ’s best timber fabricators, has become the latest big-name brand to sign up to Bluesky ’s Fire Door certification scheme. Bluesky offer a comprehensive certification service which independently verifies that West-Port windows and doors are manufactured in line with the desired specification. By focusing on ...more
Senior Architectural Systems -
'Senior specified for new Leeds private rental scheme'
Aluminium windows and doors from leading fenestration manufacturer Senior Architectural Systems have been chosen for the new X1 Aire private rented scheme in Leeds, West Yorkshire. Located in the heart of Leeds city centre, the glazing package for the new residential scheme has been delivered by Aire Valley Architectural Aluminium Ltd fo ...more
Thermoseal Group -
'Thermoseal Group – From Inception to Perfection'
The UK ’s leading manufacturer and distributor of over 2,000 insulated glass components, Thermoseal Group, has introduced a brand new advertising campaign to showcase its highest performance warm edge spacers – Thermobar and Thermoflex. The first of two advertisements, ‘From Inception to Perfection ’ features a diagram of a triple glazing ...more
Kingfisher uPVC Windows and Doors limited -
'Kingfisher Launches New Website To Support Installers'
To add to it ’s range of marketing support for trade installers, Kingfisher Windows has launched a new trade website. Installers can browse through its products, create fast quotes, access brochures & technical information, and learn everything they need to know about its services. For more than 27 years Kingfisher Windows has been supply ...more
Deceuninck -
'High Ratings for Deceuninck According to Independent Survey'
Not one to rest on its laurels, following on from the announcement of increased sales, Deceuninck recently commissioned an independent agency to conduct a customer satisfaction survey. The results are in and the company is performing well with the highest ratings coming from products that meet industry standards, on time deliveries, customer ser ...more
'Epwin Window Systems joins Made in Britain campaign'
Epwin Window Systems has just announced it has become an official member of the Made in Britain campaign. Gerald Allen, Marketing Manager at Epwin Window Systems, said: “Naturally, we are proud to support British innovation and technology and we ’re delighted to be part of the Made in Britain campaign.” The Made in Britain campai ...more
Steel Window Association -
'SWA specifications ensure a British supply chain'
Britain ’s long and well regarded engineering heri e continues to flourish across a number of sectors; and can be seen fully represented by the businesses, of different sizes, which belong to the Steel Window Association. The SWA membership undertakes a wide range of work, from replica refurbishment, and even in-situ repair, to the fab ...more
Pilkington Building Products -
'Pilkington Planar™ brings the central library in Tulsa, Oklahoma into the 21st centur'
When the City of Tulsa set out to renovate its 50-year-old Central Library building – one of its best-loved landmarks – it wanted to bring it up to date in every respect, aesthetically, energy-performance-wise and in terms of the visitor experience it offers. The brief was to modernise the building without losing its period character. Fr ...more
Clear Thinking Software -
'Glass Office system helps Epwin Glass achieve 100% On Time In Full'
Epwin Glass, based in Northampton, can make 25,000 high quality sealed units per week and distribute these all over the country from their 80,000 sq.ft factory. They have recently consolidated their manufacturing into a single site, and also implemented the Clear Thinking Glass Office software for order processing and production. Sam Cr ...more
Universal Trade Frames -
'Universal Trade Frames has impressive Flush Casement Window offering'
As the market for flush casement windows grows, Universal Trade Frames has an offering that will add value to installers. Managing Director Brian Kruger said: “The Flush Casement Window is a design that has stood the test of time and it enhances both heri e homes and modern builds. Our Flush Casement Window offers impressive design flexibi ...more
HEGLA Bystronic Partnership -
'Laser Technology From HEGLA - A Gamechanger'
According to Steve Goble, Managing Director HEGLA UK Ltd, every once in a while something comes along that can be the missing link in a glass factory. It is the difference between simply having turnover and making real profit by increased efficiency. “As the industry begins to prepare for the effects of BREXIT, if any, the efficien ...more
Deceuninck -
'Deceuninck’s Chris Jones and Darren Woodcock appointed UK directors'
Deceuninck UK has announced the appointment of two new directors, Chris Jones and Darren Woodcock, following several years of outstanding performance. Previously Head of Sales, Chris Jones has been promoted to Sales Director and Darren Woodcock promoted to Operations Director. Chris joined Deceuninck in 2014 and has helped existing cust ...more
Modplan Ltd -
'Modplan’s Secured by Design-accredited range extended'
Leading VEKA trade fabricator Modplan has just announced its Secured by Design-accredited range has grown by over a third and the certification all updated to the latest PAS24:2016 security standard. Justin Williams, International Sales and Marketing Director, said: “We are delighted to be able to extend our Secured by Design product range. ...more
Windowlink Ltd. -
'Aspire Bifolds choose Windowlink from day one'
When Aspire Bifolds set up just two years ago, one of the first phone calls Director John Small made was to Mark at Windowlink. Having worked with Windowlink ’s software before, John knew it was integral to the success of the business. After 10 years in the industry, John and fellow director James Wenlock set up the supply and fit busines ...more
Steel Window Association -
'Half hour test success for SWA creates new openings for steel doorsets'
A painstaking programme of development and testing, conducted by the Steel Window Association's technical committee, has led to the UK's top-rated fire testing centre granting a half-hour test certificate for both single and double W20 doorsets. Ongoing work by SWA member companies over the past eight months has culminated in the full fi ...more
VBH (GB) Ltd -
'VBH launches greenteQ Aspire: a new range of handles and finger pulls'
VBH has launched Aspire, a new suite of handles and finger pulls suitable for aluminium, timber and PVC-U lift and slide doors. Part of VBH ’s greenteQ range, Aspire is available in a wide choice of finishes, including polished or brushed stainless steel, PVD gold, satin chrome, window grey, black, anthracite grey and white. The Aspire ha ...more
West Port Windows & Doors Ltd -
'Blue skies ahead for West Port as they achieve Fire Door certification with a leading'
West Port, one of Britain ’s best timber fabricators, has become the latest big-name brand to sign up to Bluesky ’s Fire Door certification scheme. Bluesky offer a comprehensive certification service which independently verifies that West-Port windows and doors are manufactured in line with the desired specification. By focusing on ...more
Senior Architectural Systems -
'Senior specified for new Leeds private rental scheme'
Aluminium windows and doors from leading fenestration manufacturer Senior Architectural Systems have been chosen for the new X1 Aire private rented scheme in Leeds, West Yorkshire. Located in the heart of Leeds city centre, the glazing package for the new residential scheme has been delivered by Aire Valley Architectural Aluminium Ltd fo ...more
Thermoseal Group -
'Thermoseal Group – From Inception to Perfection'
The UK ’s leading manufacturer and distributor of over 2,000 insulated glass components, Thermoseal Group, has introduced a brand new advertising campaign to showcase its highest performance warm edge spacers – Thermobar and Thermoflex. The first of two advertisements, ‘From Inception to Perfection ’ features a diagram of a triple glazing ...more
Kingfisher uPVC Windows and Doors limited -
'Kingfisher Launches New Website To Support Installers'
To add to it ’s range of marketing support for trade installers, Kingfisher Windows has launched a new trade website. Installers can browse through its products, create fast quotes, access brochures & technical information, and learn everything they need to know about its services. For more than 27 years Kingfisher Windows has been supply ...more
Deceuninck -
'High Ratings for Deceuninck According to Independent Survey'
Not one to rest on its laurels, following on from the announcement of increased sales, Deceuninck recently commissioned an independent agency to conduct a customer satisfaction survey. The results are in and the company is performing well with the highest ratings coming from products that meet industry standards, on time deliveries, customer ser ...more
Bohle Group - advertisement
Glazerite UK Group Ltd
Glazerite and D&M Windows team up on office instal
Oldham-based D & M Windows and Doors Ltd has recently completed two large commercial installation...»
West-End Windows
West’s best fabricator launches Smarts’ slimmest b
One of the West’s best fabricators has become among the first to offer a ground-breaking bifold d...»
Thermoseal Group
Thermoseal Group Gains Worldwide Interest at Glass
Thermoseal Group reports a successful attendance at the Glasstec Exhibition in Düsseldorf 23-26 O...»
Senior Architectural Systems
Senior offers more colour choices when you ‘ask fo
Leading manufacturer Senior Architectural Systems is bringing a splash of colour to homes across ...»
HEGLA Bystronic Partnership
Very successful show for Bystronic Glass and Hegla
With the doors at Glasstec now shut for another year once again proved an exceptional event for t...»
Profile 22 Systems
Social housing in Liverpool maximises thermal effi
A £4.6 million project by Liverpool Mutual Homes (LMH) delivered family homes for affordable rent...»
Tradesmith
Tradesmith’s new ‘Why Tradesmith?’ brochure
Tradesmith, the Hailsham-based trade fabricator of finely-crafted windows and doors serving the S...»
AluFold Direct
Add Contemporary Style with New Venlo RD2 Entrance
New Venlo RD2 Entrance Doors from AluFoldDirect offer contemporary style and high-performance to ...»
Glazerite and D&M Windows team up on office instal
Oldham-based D & M Windows and Doors Ltd has recently completed two large commercial installation...»
West-End Windows
West’s best fabricator launches Smarts’ slimmest b
One of the West’s best fabricators has become among the first to offer a ground-breaking bifold d...»
Thermoseal Group
Thermoseal Group Gains Worldwide Interest at Glass
Thermoseal Group reports a successful attendance at the Glasstec Exhibition in Düsseldorf 23-26 O...»
Senior Architectural Systems
Senior offers more colour choices when you ‘ask fo
Leading manufacturer Senior Architectural Systems is bringing a splash of colour to homes across ...»
HEGLA Bystronic Partnership
Very successful show for Bystronic Glass and Hegla
With the doors at Glasstec now shut for another year once again proved an exceptional event for t...»
Profile 22 Systems
Social housing in Liverpool maximises thermal effi
A £4.6 million project by Liverpool Mutual Homes (LMH) delivered family homes for affordable rent...»
Tradesmith
Tradesmith’s new ‘Why Tradesmith?’ brochure
Tradesmith, the Hailsham-based trade fabricator of finely-crafted windows and doors serving the S...»
AluFold Direct
Add Contemporary Style with New Venlo RD2 Entrance
New Venlo RD2 Entrance Doors from AluFoldDirect offer contemporary style and high-performance to ...»
framxpress - advertisement
Polyframe
Richard Lee enhances Polyframe customer journey in
As Polyframe approaches the end of its busiest year in history, the business is looking forward t...»
Exlabesa UK
Changes at the helm at Exlabesa Building Systems
Exlabesa Building Systems has announced the promotion of Paul Benn to General Manager. Paul join...»
Brisant Secure
Letter to the Editor, definition of ‘suited hardwa
Dear Ian Over recent weeks there’s been increased debate about what exactly is the defini...»
Richard Lee enhances Polyframe customer journey in
As Polyframe approaches the end of its busiest year in history, the business is looking forward t...»
Exlabesa UK
Changes at the helm at Exlabesa Building Systems
Exlabesa Building Systems has announced the promotion of Paul Benn to General Manager. Paul join...»
Brisant Secure
Letter to the Editor, definition of ‘suited hardwa
Dear Ian Over recent weeks there’s been increased debate about what exactly is the defini...»
Hegla & Bystronic partners - advertisement
West-End Windows
West’s best fabricator launches Smarts’ slimmest b
One of the West’s best fabricators has become among the first to offer a ground-breaking bifold d...»
Senior Architectural Systems
Senior offers more colour choices when you ‘ask fo
Leading manufacturer Senior Architectural Systems is bringing a splash of colour to homes across ...»
AluFold Direct
Add Contemporary Style with New Venlo RD2 Entrance
New Venlo RD2 Entrance Doors from AluFoldDirect offer contemporary style and high-performance to ...»
J&S Adhesives Ltd
Glass, plastic, metal bonding, one company fits al
Eighteen years ago, and after five years of research, J&S Adhesives introduced its non-UV glass-b...»
West’s best fabricator launches Smarts’ slimmest b
One of the West’s best fabricators has become among the first to offer a ground-breaking bifold d...»
Senior Architectural Systems
Senior offers more colour choices when you ‘ask fo
Leading manufacturer Senior Architectural Systems is bringing a splash of colour to homes across ...»
AluFold Direct
Add Contemporary Style with New Venlo RD2 Entrance
New Venlo RD2 Entrance Doors from AluFoldDirect offer contemporary style and high-performance to ...»
J&S Adhesives Ltd
Glass, plastic, metal bonding, one company fits al
Eighteen years ago, and after five years of research, J&S Adhesives introduced its non-UV glass-b...»
MBA Associates - advertisement
Edgetech - advertisement
framxpress - advertisement
Profile 22 Systems
Social housing in Liverpool maximises thermal effi
A £4.6 million project by Liverpool Mutual Homes (LMH) delivered family homes for affordable rent...»
Bennett Architectural
Bennetts bag Skelton Lake Services project
Aluminium glazing specialist Bennett Architectural have been chosen to work on the £60m developme...»
CMS Enviro Systems Ltd(CMS Window Systems)
Low carbon synergies in CMS Window Systems’ Bright
Thermally superior, sustainably manufactured windows, doors and curtain walling from CMS Window S...»
Social housing in Liverpool maximises thermal effi
A £4.6 million project by Liverpool Mutual Homes (LMH) delivered family homes for affordable rent...»
Bennett Architectural
Bennetts bag Skelton Lake Services project
Aluminium glazing specialist Bennett Architectural have been chosen to work on the £60m developme...»
CMS Enviro Systems Ltd(CMS Window Systems)
Low carbon synergies in CMS Window Systems’ Bright
Thermally superior, sustainably manufactured windows, doors and curtain walling from CMS Window S...»
MBA Associates - advertisement