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ENDURANCE INTRODUCE THE ROSE GOLD STANDARD
TOTAL HARDWARE HIGHLIGHTS COLOURED HARDWARE TRENDS Nationwide hardware supplier Total Hardware has reported that it is seeing strong demand for its Anthracite Grey and Tungsten coloured hardware. Chris Pell, General Manager at Total Hardware, commented: “Coloured profiles have been an important trend for a while across the industry, especially in the post-lockdown boom in the domestic sector. It’s interesting to see how this is translating into hardware trends and we are pleased to be able to fulfil the demand.” Total Hardware launched their Anthracite Grey and Tungsten coloured hardware options at the end of 2020 because it identified a clear opportunity to fulfil an expanding market. Chris commented: “Anthracite Grey and Tungsten hardware perfectly complement the contemporary profile colour choice of Anthracite Grey and help create a sophisticated appearance where the hardware blends in rather than standing out.” Supplying hardware that taps into trends and gives fabricators and installers the products they need to differentiate their offer is a particular strength of Total Hardware. For example, its Quantum range is a fully suited solution and its new Superior 25 Stainless Steel door hardware provides elegant aesthetics, as well as durability and unrivalled protection against corrosion.
As one of the most vibrant brands in the composite door sector, Endurance Doors have been designated as the official launch partner for the new Hardex Rose Gold finish from ERA, which includes handle, letterplate, finger pull and escutcheon, along with a striking bullring knocker. At the same time, the company is completely committed to customer service. It has just expanded its Leeds stock distribution centre by 20% so it can carry greater stock levels and continues to deliver competitive lead times for its customers. Chris comments: “By holding greater levels of stock we’ve been able to supply more of our ranges to our growing customer base quickly.” The combination of value-added products at competitive prices and strong customer service means many of Total Hardware’s customers have been with the company since it was founded in 2004. It’s also helping it to attract increasing numbers of customers looking to work with a hardware supplier that carries an inventory to support all market trends. Tel: 0113 243 2255 www.totalhardwareltd.co.uk
The September date was one in which Kubu had bold plans for with the launch of the new window sensor, along with other exciting new hardware, software and firmware developments. Kubu is a platform that’s expanding into one that’s part of the connected home, thanks to a number of smart integration partnerships that firmly position Kubu in the Internet of Things (IOT). Other marketing initiatives and campaigns are now being put together to help ignite further interest in the market for smartsensors in all windows and doors. This will open up considerable sales opportunities within the new Kubu Pro Installer campaign too, the business says. Mark Bromley, CEO of Kubu commented: ‘We expected that FIT Show 2021 would be a watershed moment for the industry as
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The Hardex Rose option has also been added to the online door designer from Endurance, helping to inspire consumers with the latest style influences. Bold colours such as French Navy, Racing Green, Rich Red and the latest Brilliant Blue are perfectly suited to this premium new finish, along with heritage inspired hues such as Duck Egg Blue, Elephant Grey and the newly launched Sage finish. Scott Foster, Head of Group Sales and Marketing for Endurance Doors commented: ‘We’re in the business to
He continued: ‘As a launch partner with ERA, it also shows the strong relationships we have with our supply partners in this industry, working together to offer new and better products. Hardex Rose is a perfect example of this and we’re expecting strong demand from this from consumers and Installer Partners eager to upgrade existing showroom doors.’ For further information on the Endurance Solid and Secure composite door range, including the latest colours and finishes, please call the sales office on 01652 659259, visit https://endurancedoors.co.uk, or e-mail marketing@endurancedoors.co.uk. You can also add to the Twitter following @EnduranceDoors.
TOTAL HARDWARE MAKES INDUSTRY’S NFA SHORTLIST
KUBU WILL GET CLEVER AGAIN AT FIT SHOW 2022 Kubu have welcomed the decision by the exhibition organisers to put the FIT Show back to May 10-12th 2022, whilst also promising to plough on ahead with an intensive product development programme, which will include the industry’s first dedicated smart-sensor for windows, as they move firmly into the smart-home market.
This exceptional new finish has been inspired by the on-trend colour of Rose Gold which is seen with influential consumer lifestyle brands including Habitat, John Lewis and Swoon. It’s also backed with a 10-year function and finish guarantee from ERA, one of the most trusted hardware brands in the sector.
inspire consumers from a product design aspect and the introduction of Hardex Rose Gold fully verifies this claim and is yet another important product development for us. It’s important for us to be seen and be trusted to launch well thought-out products for our Installer Partners including new colours and hardware.
we looked to take our Kubu smart-sensor platform into the wider smart home market. But nonetheless, we will carry on this product development drive through other marketing channels and in close collaboration with our manufacturing partners. The expectation will be that by the time FIT Show comes around in May 2022, thousands of Kubu window smartsensors will have been activated, making us the pioneering and go-to brand in the sector.
Leading hardware supplier Total Hardware has been confirmed as a finalist at this year’s National Fenestration Awards in the Hardware Company 2021 category. Chris Pell, General Manager at Total Hardware, said: “Everyone is delighted to have been shortlisted for the Hardware Company 2021 award. This nomination celebrates the hard work and effort by our teams and the support of our nominating customers and supply partners.”
He added: ‘With the cost to activate a whole home the similar to that of a single smart lock, it’s also at a strong price point at the consumer level. In the coming months we’ll also be announcing several important strategic declarations, that will further amplify the opportunities for Kubu and our important partners.’
After a record 2000+ nominations were received across all 25 categories, the National Fenestration Awards are the industry’s fastest growing, independent awards event. Launched in 2013 and now into its eighth campaign, the National Fenestration Awards aims to be the fairest all-inclusive fenestration event, rewarding the very best in the sector and voted by the participation of the industry.
For further information about becoming a manufacturing partner or Kubu Pro Installer then please visit kubu-home.com, e-mail support@kubu-home.com or call 0330 555 9545 for a free information pack. You can also follow them on all leading social media platforms @KubuSmart.
The voting closes on November 4th and the 2021 winners are announced for the first time live at the winners’ event to be held on November 6th at Doncaster Racecourse. This event will also recognise the winners of the 2020 campaign which was disrupted by the pandemic.
The award nomination comes off the back of a busy year for the Leeds-based business that have recently expanded their operation as part of their continued growth strategy. This has included extending their stock distribution centre by a further 20% to support the continued demand for products and allowing them to hold more ranges from stock. Chris said: “We are customer focussed and our service is strong and reliable so our customers can rely on us. This package of investment has ensured we maintain our competitive lead times and supplying rapidly from stock.” Total Hardware has built its business on exceptional customer service and as this nomination shows, it’s a commitment that is appreciated. Chris concludes: “We are delighted to have been shortlisted and wish all finalists the best of luck.” To place your vote, visit http://www.fenestrationawards.co.uk Tel: 0113 243 2255 www.totalhardwareltd.co.uk
October 2021 | www.glassnews.co.uk
