2025 April 24 Emailed Bulletin | from the Fenestration industry

This week's round-up...…»

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This weeks round up…»

ERA Products: Providing multi-factor authentication for residential door access, TouchKey, which is suitable for fabrication with composite and timber entrance doors, offers access via fingerprint, the ERA Smart Home app, geolocation technology, voice command, and manual key override.

Kenricks: “We are delighted to have Carl F Groupco on board with the AK TouchSecure™ and even more pleased that the team can see the market advantages it brings”,said Andy Meakin, national sales and marketing manager.

ACPO Secured by Design: “We are thrilled to become an accredited member of Secured by Design. Our mission has always been to provide products that not only enhance the look and feel of our customers’ homes but also offer the highest levels of security and peace of mind. Having supplied SBD-compliant products for many years, achieving official accreditation was a natural and important step for us”, Allan Forbes, Brackenwood Windows.

Kolorseal: “With bespoke colour becoming more important in house design, we feel this joint venture will be a game changer for Sliders UK, at a time when demand for tailored solutions is quickly gaining ground”, Steve Mines, Sales Director from Sliders UK commented.

Conservatory Outlet: “The new showroom is an important step for the company as it continues to grow. We’re delighted with the space, and by working closely with both Conservatory Outlet and Joedan, we’ve created a space that provides visitors with everything they need”, Stewart Kelly, Eden’s Director, commented.

Keylite Roof Windows:“The ModuLite system has been expertly designed to deliver outstanding thermal performance and watertight protection. It provides a practical, high-performance solution for housebuilders looking to create well-ventilated, naturally bright spaces”, comments Colin Wells, Head of Technical.

R Mitchell (Glass): “We’ve come a long way since Robert ran away from home at 14 and honed his glazing skills in Edinburgh, He used to ride his bike to installations with the glass on his back – I’m not sure we’d get away with that these days! Mr. Mitchell was a big character who, despite not finishing school, went on to have a successful career in politics. He became a town councillor at the turn of the century and helped secure funding for a critical local bridge and library ”,explained Lewis Roden.

Modplan to offer the all-new VEKA FEINSTRUKTUR foil rangee…»

Modplan to offer the all-new VEKA FEINSTRUKTUR foil range

Trade fabricator Modplan has just announced it will be offering the all-new VEKA FEINSTRUKTUR foil range.

Heidi Sachs, Modplan’s Managing Director, said:“VEKA FEINSTRUKTUR brings a finish that mirrors powder-coated aluminium, not only enhancing the look of windows and doors but also delivering exceptional performance. It sets a new benchmark in surface technology and will give our customers a huge competitive advantage.”

One every minute: to meet 2050 net zero target…»

One every minute: to meet 2050 net zero target

• Analysis of EPC data by home improvement specialists Eurocell, has found there are an estimated 12,778,637 homes in England that have a rating of D or below
• It means almost one home every minute in England needs energy-related upgrades to meet the UK Government’s target for all homes to have an EPC rating of C by 2050
• Birmingham, Leeds and Cornwall are the three areas with the most properties rated D and below.

News highlights…»

Kenrick (Archibald Kenrick) -
'Winlock adds Kenrick AK Touch Secure™ to its range'

Hardware distributor Winlock has just added the Kenrick AK Touch Secure™ smart locking solution to its range.

Nathan Hutchon, Sales Director at Winlock, said: “We had a gap for smart technology and having reviewed what the market had to offer, the AK Touch Secure™ stood out. We know our customers will value its …»

ACPO Secured by Design -
'Esk Glazing + Interiors - where design meets security'

Renowned provider of quality glazing and design services, Esk Glazing + interiors, is one of the latest companies to join Secured by Design, the official police security initiative.

Founded in 1974 in Montrose, Angus, Esk Glazing has been enhancing homes in North East Scotland for over five decades. Starting as a small workshop, the …»

SWISSPACER -
'Panoramic sea views stretching to the horizon – Heldentoren, Knokke-Heist/BE'

A new architectural landmark now graces the beach promenade of the popular Belgian seaside resort of Knokke-Heist: The Heldentoren with its two sister buildings offers its residents breathtaking panoramic sea views. Insulating glass featuring the Swisspacer Ultimate warm edge spacer bar ensures maximum living comfort behind the surrounding …»

Gerda -
'Gerda doors are expanding into Wales'

Gerda doors UK distributor Pioneer Trading Company and Carmarthenshire based Sapphire Windows have joined forces to start installing the Gerda steel and aluminium door range into homes across south Wales. This agreement is the result of a decision by Sapphire to incorporate a premium aluminium door product into its range to target the growing …»

R Mitchell (Glass) Ltd -
'Home comforts as Scotland’s oldest glazer celebrates 150 years in business'

A Scottish home improvement specialist is celebrating a major birthday this week when it turns 150 years old.

R Mitchell (Glass) Ltd, which was launched in Hawick by Robert Mitchell in 1875, is looking to mark the significant milestone by hosting a special open day at its Currie Road showroom in Galashiels on Thursday April …»

Rapierstar Ltd -
'Rapierstar extends technical support to Sheerline systems manufacturer Garnalex'

Window and door fastener specialist Rapierstar has extended its support to Garnalex to help fabricators of its highly innovative Sheerline aluminium systems achieve greater production efficiency, optimum performance and consistent quality.

Rapierstar has worked with Garnalex since the inception of Sheerline back in 2020. Its fasteners …»

Yale Door and Window Solutions -
'Glazerite strengthens security with Yale Shootbolt Window Lock'

Leading trade fabricator Glazerite UK Group Ltd has reinforced its commitment to top-tier security and innovation by adopting the Yale Shootbolt Window Lock across its extensive window range.

Glazerite’s strategic move underscores its dedication to delivering enhanced security, effortless compatibility, and the reliability of a …»

Modplan Ltd -
'Modplan to offer the all-new VEKA FEINSTRUKTUR foil range'

Trade fabricator Modplan has just announced it will be offering the all-new VEKA FEINSTRUKTUR foil range.

SWISSPACER -
'Swisspacer with the best EPD for warm edge'

Electricity from renewable sources and process optimizations significantly reduce the CO₂ footprint of spacer bars and Georgian bars.

Swisspacer, leading manufacturer of warm edge spacer bars, is setting new standards in sustainability. Thanks to the use of renewable energy and optimized production processes, the CO₂ footprint of a 16 …»

ERA Products Ltd -
'ERA launches new decorative hardware range'

ERA, one of the UK’s leading home security and fenestration providers, has launched its new hardware offering – the ERA Decorative Range; a stylish collection of matching door and window furniture, available in a host of popular finishes.

ERA Decorative is a newly designed collection of window, door and patio hardware …»

Kolorseal Ltd -
'Kolorseal Colour Choices A Hit With D G Doors and Windows'

For DG Doors & Windows, a longstanding Sliders UK customer, providing consumers with more colour choice is an increasingly popular option which sets them apart. This is where Kolorseal helps to make a real difference.

Some of the more recent Composite Door installations Kolorseal Ltd has worked on for the compa-ny, demonstrates the …»

Morley Glass & Glazing -
'Integral blinds offer a perfect fit for holiday homes'

Integral blinds can provide the ideal solution for the UK’s growing number of holiday homes due to the way they can help to maximise comfort and protect properties during unoccupied periods, according to Morley Glass.

The latest industry data from 2023 showed that the holiday rental market in the UK reached a new peak in August …»

Edgetech (UK) Ltd -
'Edgetech customers rave about quality, service and reliability'

Quanex company Edgetech, world-leading manufacturers of warm-edge spacer bars, have released the results of their latest customer survey.

Conducted between November and February, the survey revealed overwhelmingly positive feedback, highlighting Edgetech's commitment to exceptional customer service, product quality, and on-time …»

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