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Edgetech: "Structural glazing continues to be hugely in demand, and Super Spacer® T-Spacer™ SG is a world-leading spacer product for the toughest commercial glazing projects, We've taken the hugely successful template provided by T-Spacer™ Premium Plus, and improved it in a number of ways, to produce what we're confident is one of the world's best flexible spacers." comments Managing Director Chris Alderson.
Freefoam Plastics: "The videos are part of our HelpingCustomersGrow campaign which highlights Freefoam's unique approach to building our business and celebrates customers' successes. We hope these videos will both inform and provide a platform for future debate." explains Marketing Manager Louise Sanderson
Swisspacer: "The windows are, as a general rule, still the weakest elements in the building in thermal terms," explains Prof. Dr. Benjamin Krick, managing director of the Passive House Institute. "Also important for how they perform in terms of thermal comfort are the location of the building and its climatic environment."
Rapierstar: "There is no doubt that the COVID-19 pandemic has rocked global supply chains in every market and exposed the fragility of some of these which, with a rapid manufacturing bounce-back, now means some of our competitors are experiencing supply issues - but certainly not Rapierstar. We achieved 99.4% OTIF deliveries while smashing our best ever monthly turnover in July (up 23% YOY) and August is also flying." said David Furness, MD
Against the odds
Tough, strange, bizarre even, are the words that come to mind when reflecting on those things that are seemingly put in our way and hindering us getting on with a normal life – whatever that is. However, surviving and thriving against the odds is what most people seem to do. For the Fenestration Industry it has led to a shake out and for the most part a shake out of the shaky.
For some the shake out is probably no bad thing, just a long time coming. The excuse may be laid at the feet of a virus but realistically the virus wasn’t around when most of the rot set in. The fallout, and it is fallout, is the bit that affects us all. Seemingly in tune with the irony and stupidity of the main-stream-media some have sort to engage in the ‘cancel culture’. In their version they have embraced the ‘cancel debt’ culture. What does that mean, it means that management gets to dump on others the bit they were paid to control but didn’t grasp ‘managing a company’ or more correctly the product of their miss management of a company – the debt.
In a rough crude calculation some £250million of debt has been handed to the industry in the last 6 months as a result of inept management and has been left for everyone else to pick up and pay down. .…»
PPE protection for your workforce and customers
Dear Ian
There’s been a lot of talk in the press over the last week about lead times and the supply chain and I have to agree that we are all creaking at the seams in this post-lockdown boom. Let’s not bury our heads in the sand and pretend that any one of us is delivering on time, in full – no matter what investment has been made into systems, machinery, facilities, etc. But, what I think is a fair point to make is that the majority of us in the supply chain are doing their very best to deliver and agree that the most important thing is to be transparent with your customers.
DOORCO is one of those companies that has invested, across the board. We place a huge emphasis on stock and came out of lockdown with bolstered levels. We are also in the unique position that we are independent in both the UK and Korea, so we can react quicker than most. But it’s still not enough. We saw 1000’s more doors than usual come through our prepping lines in July, a 34% increase, plus a 10% increase in distribution slab sales. .…»
Yours sincerely
Dan Sullivan, MD, DOORCO
Swisspacer -
'Thermal comfort begins with the window'
Kreuzlingen / Switzerland, August 2020 When constructing and refurbishing residential properties, comfort and cosiness play an important role for the occupants. For the right feel-good climate, the relationship between temperature and air humidity also has to be right from a construction physics perspective. The impact that the quality ...more
Steel Window Association -
'Bring steel windows and doors into the kitchen'
Open plan kitchens are hugely popular as they allow more natural light into the space. However, there ’s a lot to be said for separate spaces, so the development of broken plan kitchens arrived. Steel windows incorporate the best of both worlds with internal partitions to break up the space, as well as external windows that maximise the area for ...more
Howells -
'Howells introduces new online Rooflight workshop'
Following the success of its GQA approved Rooflight Familiarisation Workshop launched earlier this year, Howells Patent Glazing is pleased to introduce a new basic version, online. Divided into three sections the online workshop examines elements of the complete practical workshop and contains useful assembly and installation information ...more
Edgetech (UK) Ltd -
'Outstanding longevity, durability and thermal efficiency from Super Spacer® T-Spacer™'
It was already one of the world ’s most outstanding flexible warm edge spacers – but now, Edgetech have launched an even better version of their celebrated Super Spacer® T-Spacer™. Super Spacer® T-Spacer™ SG is a metal-free, silicone-based warm edge spacer made of structural foam with an integrated desiccant, that ’s been designed for the ...more
Endurawood -
'Revitalising the high street'
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 bu ...more
Haffner Murat Ltd -
'Burbage Custom Windows purchase more Haffner Murat machinery to support growth invest'
Burbage Custom Windows has invested in additional Haffner Murat machinery to support its recent business expansion. Dan Richards from Burbage Custom Windows, said: “Having purchased several machines from Haffner Murat in the past, we know they deliver the quality, service and performance we look for. Having recently expanded our manufacturin ...more
Fentrade Aluminium -
'Securing more aluminium bifold door sales with Fentrade'
Trade fabricator Fentrade Aluminium Building Products has reported a significant increase in demand for their aluminium bifold doors post lockdown. Chris Reeks, Director of Fentrade said: “The increase in demand has come from retail installers and trade counters alike as a direct result of consumers looking to improve their homes over the ...more
Deceuninck -
'Deceuninck provides practical Covid-19 advice and PPE kits for a safe return to work'
Deceuninck has produced a Covid-19 leaflet with practical advice for fabricators and installers, a series of eleven Health & Safety posters and PPE kits to help fabricators return to work safely. The leaflet gives advice on keeping employees safe and reducing the risk of Covid-19 transmission in the workplace. It also offers practical g ...more
'Thermal comfort begins with the window'
Kreuzlingen / Switzerland, August 2020 When constructing and refurbishing residential properties, comfort and cosiness play an important role for the occupants. For the right feel-good climate, the relationship between temperature and air humidity also has to be right from a construction physics perspective. The impact that the quality ...more
Steel Window Association -
'Bring steel windows and doors into the kitchen'
Open plan kitchens are hugely popular as they allow more natural light into the space. However, there ’s a lot to be said for separate spaces, so the development of broken plan kitchens arrived. Steel windows incorporate the best of both worlds with internal partitions to break up the space, as well as external windows that maximise the area for ...more
Howells -
'Howells introduces new online Rooflight workshop'
Following the success of its GQA approved Rooflight Familiarisation Workshop launched earlier this year, Howells Patent Glazing is pleased to introduce a new basic version, online. Divided into three sections the online workshop examines elements of the complete practical workshop and contains useful assembly and installation information ...more
Edgetech (UK) Ltd -
'Outstanding longevity, durability and thermal efficiency from Super Spacer® T-Spacer™'
It was already one of the world ’s most outstanding flexible warm edge spacers – but now, Edgetech have launched an even better version of their celebrated Super Spacer® T-Spacer™. Super Spacer® T-Spacer™ SG is a metal-free, silicone-based warm edge spacer made of structural foam with an integrated desiccant, that ’s been designed for the ...more
Endurawood -
'Revitalising the high street'
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 bu ...more
Haffner Murat Ltd -
'Burbage Custom Windows purchase more Haffner Murat machinery to support growth invest'
Burbage Custom Windows has invested in additional Haffner Murat machinery to support its recent business expansion. Dan Richards from Burbage Custom Windows, said: “Having purchased several machines from Haffner Murat in the past, we know they deliver the quality, service and performance we look for. Having recently expanded our manufacturin ...more
Fentrade Aluminium -
'Securing more aluminium bifold door sales with Fentrade'
Trade fabricator Fentrade Aluminium Building Products has reported a significant increase in demand for their aluminium bifold doors post lockdown. Chris Reeks, Director of Fentrade said: “The increase in demand has come from retail installers and trade counters alike as a direct result of consumers looking to improve their homes over the ...more
Deceuninck -
'Deceuninck provides practical Covid-19 advice and PPE kits for a safe return to work'
Deceuninck has produced a Covid-19 leaflet with practical advice for fabricators and installers, a series of eleven Health & Safety posters and PPE kits to help fabricators return to work safely. The leaflet gives advice on keeping employees safe and reducing the risk of Covid-19 transmission in the workplace. It also offers practical g ...more
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Saint-Gobain Glass UK
Saint-Gobain Glass UK & Ireland Launches Next Gene
To deliver comprehensive support to all involved in the building glass supply chain The c...»
Sustainium Group
Sustainium Group acquires Wolverhampton Glass
The Sustainium Group has acquired Wolverhampton Glass, a leading West-Midlands based window, door...»
DOORCO
Letter to the editor - Stock, Dan Sullivan
Dear Ian There’s been a lot of talk in the press over the last week about lead times and ...»
Freefoam Plastics
Freefoam launches Fireside Chat video series
Freefoam is launching a series of informative ‘Fireside Chat’ videos designed to open up discussi...»
Builders Merchants Building Index (BMBI)
Q2 2020: A tale of resilience and recovery
The BMBI results for Quarter 2 show the phenomenal resilience of the sector in action. April, May...»
Vertik-Al
Allumette Group invests in green fleet
Allumette Group has invested in cleaner vehicles to support its efforts in minimising emissions a...»
Distinction Doors
Distinction introduces new glass options
Distinction Doors is pleased to introduce three new decorative glass options for its 9D Quarter G...»
Haffner Murat Ltd
Haffner Murat’s machines support Mercury Glazing’s
Haffner Murat has installed three pieces of new fabrication machinery for specialist trade fabric...»
Saint-Gobain Glass UK & Ireland Launches Next Gene
To deliver comprehensive support to all involved in the building glass supply chain The c...»
Sustainium Group
Sustainium Group acquires Wolverhampton Glass
The Sustainium Group has acquired Wolverhampton Glass, a leading West-Midlands based window, door...»
DOORCO
Letter to the editor - Stock, Dan Sullivan
Dear Ian There’s been a lot of talk in the press over the last week about lead times and ...»
Freefoam Plastics
Freefoam launches Fireside Chat video series
Freefoam is launching a series of informative ‘Fireside Chat’ videos designed to open up discussi...»
Builders Merchants Building Index (BMBI)
Q2 2020: A tale of resilience and recovery
The BMBI results for Quarter 2 show the phenomenal resilience of the sector in action. April, May...»
Vertik-Al
Allumette Group invests in green fleet
Allumette Group has invested in cleaner vehicles to support its efforts in minimising emissions a...»
Distinction Doors
Distinction introduces new glass options
Distinction Doors is pleased to introduce three new decorative glass options for its 9D Quarter G...»
Haffner Murat Ltd
Haffner Murat’s machines support Mercury Glazing’s
Haffner Murat has installed three pieces of new fabrication machinery for specialist trade fabric...»
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Mercury Glazing Supplies Ltd
New appointment at Mercury to support continued gr
Specialist fabricator Mercury has appointed experienced industry professional Paul Russell as Pro...»
Victorian Sliders
The Green Homes Grant was a disappointment – but a
After a frustrating few weeks, the government has finally confirmed the details of its Green Home...»
Certass Limited
Green Homes Grant – update
Dear Editor, The latest news in the Green Homes Grant (GHG) is that there is little chan...»
New appointment at Mercury to support continued gr
Specialist fabricator Mercury has appointed experienced industry professional Paul Russell as Pro...»
Victorian Sliders
The Green Homes Grant was a disappointment – but a
After a frustrating few weeks, the government has finally confirmed the details of its Green Home...»
Certass Limited
Green Homes Grant – update
Dear Editor, The latest news in the Green Homes Grant (GHG) is that there is little chan...»
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Distinction Doors
Distinction introduces new glass options
Distinction Doors is pleased to introduce three new decorative glass options for its 9D Quarter G...»
ASSA ABLOY UK
New DC6113 door closer from ASSA ABLOY balances se
The new DC6113 slimline transom door closer from ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions UK & Ireland presen...»
Winkhaus UK
Winkhaus achieves ‘double first’ with Fire and Sec
Winkhaus has become the first long-standing Secured by Design (SBD) member company to hold the la...»
Archibald Kenrick
Kenrick makes Smart Locking available now
Kenrick has signed an exclusive deal to become the UK distributor of BeeSecure – a revolutionary ...»
Distinction introduces new glass options
Distinction Doors is pleased to introduce three new decorative glass options for its 9D Quarter G...»
ASSA ABLOY UK
New DC6113 door closer from ASSA ABLOY balances se
The new DC6113 slimline transom door closer from ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions UK & Ireland presen...»
Winkhaus UK
Winkhaus achieves ‘double first’ with Fire and Sec
Winkhaus has become the first long-standing Secured by Design (SBD) member company to hold the la...»
Archibald Kenrick
Kenrick makes Smart Locking available now
Kenrick has signed an exclusive deal to become the UK distributor of BeeSecure – a revolutionary ...»
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PPE protection for your workforce and customers
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CDW Systems Ltd
CDW Systems supports Hazlemere Commercial with maj
CDW Systems, the respected trade and commercial fabricator, has partnered with one of the country...»
Promat UK
SYSTEMGLAS® maximises fire safety and natural ligh
SYSTEMGLAS® Advenerat from Promat UK has proven to be the perfect solution to meet the brief of p...»
Steel Window Association
SWA member shines as Financial Times returns to Br
One of the world’s most famous newspapers has returned to a building close by London’s St Paul’s ...»
CDW Systems supports Hazlemere Commercial with maj
CDW Systems, the respected trade and commercial fabricator, has partnered with one of the country...»
Promat UK
SYSTEMGLAS® maximises fire safety and natural ligh
SYSTEMGLAS® Advenerat from Promat UK has proven to be the perfect solution to meet the brief of p...»
Steel Window Association
SWA member shines as Financial Times returns to Br
One of the world’s most famous newspapers has returned to a building close by London’s St Paul’s ...»
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