2025 December 18 Emailed Bulletin | from the Fenestration industry

This week's round-up...…»

The Fenestration News Bulletin this week will be sent to more than 14,000 recipients in just over 9,000 organisations aligned to the Window Industry. Making it an effective delivery platform to get your Companies message across.

This weeks round up…»

FrameXpres:“Installers want aluminium that arrives ready to fit, performs exactly as expected and helps them stand out on every project. That is what has driven the early success of the range. We’re seeing more existing uPVC customers introduce aluminium for the first time, and others using it to grow their share of higher-value work.” added Jonny Green, principal product manager

Silka Windows:“As installers map out their plans and strategies for 2026, we’re seeing premium doors move to the centrepiece of the sales process. Homeowners are making bigger decisions earlier, and products like Kärben set the tone for the entire project – premium materials, smart functionality and a finish that lasts. Installers need hero products that demonstrate value instantly, and that’s exactly where the market is heading.” says Asa McGillian, managing director

Sheerline Bespoke:“S3’s substantial PVC thermal break that sits perfectly in line with the glazed panels is a major leap forward in glass roof engineering. The result is a glazing bar that’s 230% as thermally efficient than traditional PVC-clad conservatory roofs we’re all familiar with.” Chris Cooke, Commercial Director said of the innovation behind the new system.

DOORCO:“As we move forward into the next 18 years and beyond, we’re excited by the team we have on board, the products we have on offer and feel empowered by our knowledge of the years we now have under our belt. DoorCo is still a family business, with Jayne and I firmly at the helm, but we’ve built a team around us that are experts in their fields, understand our market, business and customers to help us build a business that has same goal as it did 18 years ago: to provide high quality composite door components to the UK fabricator market.”says MD Dan Sullivan.

Aluminium Shapes:“The market is consistently pushing for greener products, as the entire planet is looking ahead to our shared Net Zero 2050 target. So, it’s crucial for businesses to consider the environmental impact of all of the products they use, right down to the raw materials.” says Spencer Melia, Sales Manager.

Yale Door and Window Solutions:“With the Yale Lifetime Total Trust Guarantee, our customers benefit from an association with a leading, historical brand trusted by millions of people every day to keep what’s important to them safe. This makes Yale the ultimate choice for fabricators and installers looking for the competitive edge that will enhance their sales.” comments Paul Gravell, Sales Director

Heritage Trade Frames: “Smart home connectivity is growing and by offering SensCheck-ready products since 2023, we’ve given our customers a clear upselling advantage when speaking to today’s ‘always-on’ consumer. ” said Lee Darcy, sales and marketing manager

Trust Is Now the Installer’s Strongest Sales Tool…»

Trust Is Now the Installer’s Strongest Sales Tool

Ultion reveals why brand reputation is replacing technical detail as the key driver of premium hardware sales

For years, security sales have revolved around specification. Star ratings, accreditations and test results gave installers the evidence they needed to justify an upgrade. That still matters. But it’s no longer what closes the sale.

Today, trust does.

Homeowners buy belief before they buy specification

Regulation, costs and planning delays defined 2025 - what will 2026 look like for UK new build?…»

Head of New Build, Martin Benn

Regulation, costs and planning delays defined 2025 - what will 2026 look like for UK new build?

Eurocell has outlined its assessment of the UK new build landscape as we move into 2026, following another year defined by economic pressure, complex regulation and an absence of policy certainty.

Early 2025 saw housebuilders navigating multiple overlapping challenges. High interest rates suppressed buyer demand, while material inflation, energy costs and persistent labour shortages added significant pressure to project viability. While some of these challenges have ‘eased’, there is still some way to go.

News highlights…»

Brisant Secure -
'Trust Is Now the Installer’s Strongest Sales Tool'

Ultion reveals why brand reputation is replacing technical detail as the key driver of premium hardware sales

Aluminium Shapes -
'Aluminium Shapes Ushers In New Era For Aluminium Sustainability'

Aluminium Shapes, the UK specialist for bespoke aluminium extrusion, machining and finishing, has launched Ali4 - a new, greener aluminium billet that has a carbon footprint that’s more than three times smaller than the global average.

From January 2026, all aluminium supplied by Aluminium Shapes will be extruded using LCR4 …»

FrameXpress -
'Framexpress hits £1 million in aluminium sales in first full year'

Framexpress has announced its aluminium range has exceeded £1 million in sales in its first full year of operation, marking a significant milestone in the company’s long-term investment in Ali by Framexpress.

Launched in 2024, the aluminium range has grown rapidly as more installers look to diversify their portfolios and …»

Yale Door and Window Solutions -
'Yale expands Lifetime Total Trust Guarantee with £5,000 homeowner protection'

Yale has unveiled its expanded Lifetime Total Trust Guarantee – delivering one of the most comprehensive security guarantees on the market and giving fabricators, installers and homeowners a powerful new level of reassurance.

The enhanced guarantee applies to all complete PAS24-accredited windows and doors, including patio …»

Eco Group HQ -
'VASO by Eco visits Scottish Parliament to present innovation to Cross Party Housing G'

SCOTLAND has the chance to lead the way in housing innovation say industry bosses who were invited to present their solutions to the Scottish Parliament.

VASO by Eco, based in Dumfries and Galloway, presented its industrialised construction innovation to the Scottish Parliament’s Cross Party Group for Housing.

VASO by Eco …»

Window Ware -
'From 'Hide' to 'Highlight' on Heritage Aluminium'

Favourite UK fenestration hardware provider, Window Ware, is celebrating the strong market success of their Regal Hardware brand with long-standing customer, BSW Window Solutions, a leading UK trade fabricator based in the East of England.

BSW has been proactively championing the Regal Hardware heritage range, particularly the new …»

Eurocell -
'Regulation, costs and planning delays defined 2025 - what will 2026 look like for UK '

Eurocell has outlined its assessment of the UK new build landscape as we move into 2026, following another year defined by economic pressure, complex regulation and an absence of policy certainty.

Early 2025 saw housebuilders navigating multiple overlapping challenges. High interest rates suppressed buyer demand, while material …»

Entrance® Composite Door Solutions -
'Entrance Composite Door Solutions sets out quality-first strategy for 2026 growth'

Leading composite door manufacturer Entrance Composite Door Solutions has outlined its strategic vision for 2026, emphasising quality and installer partnership over price-led competition as the sector navigates evolving regulatory demands and ongoing market uncertainty.

Despite fiscal pressures affecting the housing market, the company …»

SRS8 (Window Ware) -
'SRS8 Invests in the Future of Fenestration with BJ Waller Acquisition'

SRS8, the parent company of leading fenestration hardware distributor Window Ware, is thrilled to announce a significant expansion to its portfolio with the acquisition of specialist ironmongery distributor, BJ Waller.

This strategic investment marks a pivotal moment for both companies, forging a powerful new partnership in the UK's …»

SWISSPACER -
'Elegance Meets Responsibility: Warm Edge in All Black with Recycled Content'

The new Swisspacer Ultimate | Nyxé sets a strong statement for design and sustainability within the Swisspacer portfolio.

Starting September 2025, the Swiss manufacturer introduces Swisspacer Ultimate | Nyxé, a new variant of its premium spacer bar Swisspacer Ultimate. The product allows for a striking, all-black design …»

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Sheerline
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Eurocell
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