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LEKA roofs Are ‘The Way Of The Future’ 47

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TRADE NEWS

Panoramic

Group

Acquires

Sealed-Unit Double-Glazing

Operations Of

Epwin Group PLC

The Panoramic Group is delighted to announce the acquisition of the sealed-unit double-glazing operations of Epwin Group Plc, based in Northampton.

The plant produces over 600,000 sealed units per year for a wide range of customers including the new build and refurbishment sectors.

Alan Rees, Chairman of the Panoramic Group said: “I am delighted to be adding the sealed unit plant to our group, this will create synergistic opportunities and support our planned growth across all our product range” Panoramic Group were advised on the transaction by 7 Legal and Finance for whom Chris Sellars said: “Alan has exciting plans for growth and we are sure that this is a great strategic acquisition to support those plans”.

Epwin Group were advised by Elizabeth Tindall of Eversheds Sutherland’s Manchester office.

Jon Bednall, CEO of Epwin Group, said: “We are pleased to have completed the transaction with Panoramic Glass who we feel can offer an exciting future for the Northampton operation and enables Epwin to focus our resources on our other operations.”

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Boing Boing Group Makes “Specials” Expansion

To coincide with the market shift towards high-end, more specialist window and door products, The Boing Boing Group makes a timely announcement of further investment across their PVC-U and aluminium fabrication companies, with the addition of new machinery and factory expansion to their base in the West Midlands.

support this.

“To this end, when the unit adjacent to our existing factory in West Bromwich became available, we jumped at the chance to expand.

We have decided to dedicate this additional 7,500ft2 to our more specialist products such as the Flush Casement and TimberCore™ composite doors, and as a result “2018 was a pivotal year for The had the opportunity to reconfigure Boing Boing Group,” says Gary some of our other production lines Morton, Group CEO. “CentralRand create space for new machinPL has completed the full system ery to improve overall capacity. move to Optima, including the addi- While CentralRPL’s PVC-U lines tion of the Flush Casement and our has been a main focus during the aluminium business – CentralASL system move, CentralASL’s has – continues to go from strength to been quietly outgrowing its original strength. We’ve introduced a com- aluminium production line. We have plete end-to end colour service – therefore invested in a new EmmeCentral Inspired – which allows our gi 4 axis CNC machine to boost customers to choose any product production capacity by 30%. in any colour. Whilst continuing to deliver on customer expectations, “The new space and additionwe’ve also been working hard al machinery will futureproof the behind the scenes to make these businesses to be ready for the changes and everything is starting rising popularity of these added to come together. We have a great value, specialist products. We are team in place and are delivering an excited to see this latest round of exceptional product range, backed investment make its impact on up by excellent service. As we look the group’s capacity to offer these forward to the next 12 months, products, backed up by the excepservice and further product develtional service we’re renowned for – opment will continue to be at the throughout 2019 and beyond.” core of our strategy, but what we need is the right tools and space to www.centralrpl.co.uk

Freefoam Sales Up In 2018

TRADE NEWS

Warehouse Supervisor Tim Groves is pictured with Carl F Groupco’s supplementary storage facilities for additional hardware stock

Carl F

Groupco Storage Investment Supports

Leading roofline, rainwater and cladding manufacturer Freefoam reports a strong increase in year-on-year sales. The company says its impressive performance is down to an innovative product range and a policy of working closely with customers to help them grow.

“We’re delighted with 2018’s strong results,” says Commercial Director, Colin St. John.

“They were achieved in a difficult year for roofline and fenestration.

“Our mission is to help customers grow and achieve success. It’s how we operate our business. Freefoam has a clear stockist-only policy and provides them with the products, service, technical, commercial and marketing support to help customers build profitable businesses.

Colin adds: “We’ve made #HelpingCustomersGrow our official policy because it’s what we have always done, and it works.

Brexit Initiative

Our customers continue to outperform their markets, and when they grow, we grow. That’s true in the UK and in France, Ireland and other countries in the EU. Twenty years ago, we invested in our UK head office, factory and warehouse and distribution centre in Northampton and have continued to invest and expand it. Regardless of the current political turmoil, the work we’re doing together means that we expect our customers and Freefoam to grow strongly throughout 2019.”

As part of Carl F Groupco’s Brexit planning, the hardware supplier has expanded its storage facilities to house increased stock. Additional eight metre high racking installed at the company’s UK warehouse in Peterborough represents an investment of £30,000. The customised racking has been designed to accommodate two metre long double pallets, which will house multipoint door locks in over 250 locations plus tilt and turn hardware in over 140 Euro pallet locations.

Freefoam provides customers with a range of marketing packages and POS and also offers quality leads to its installer customer base via two customer-facing sites: www.myrooflinematters.co.uk and www.mycladding.co.uk. The company works closely with stockists and offers strategic advice and support for those looking to expand and buy new branches, or for those looking to be acquired.

Carl F Groupco is also committed to a further £1milllion investment for stock provision as part of its Brexit strategy to maintain its high service levels and On Time In Full delivery commitment.

www.freefoam.com

www.carlfgroupco.co.uk

The hardware distributor offers an expanding catalogue of over 7,000 hardware lines including its own-brand SmartSecure electronic locking solutions.

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TRADE NEWS

John Adams, aluminium category director at REAL Aluminium

Real Aluminium Kicks Off 2019 On A High REAL Aluminium is set to see in the New Year on a high with the announcement that its year to date sales have grown by nearly 45%.

The three-year peak follows an intense period of investment at REAL Aluminium, which included a £250,000 development programme to create an additional 23,000ft2 aluminium factory. Significantly boosting REAL Aluminium’s production space, the new facility in Stonehouse, Gloucestershire, has helped REAL to ramp up production of its range of aluminium windows and doors by 16% and bi-fold doors by a phenomenal 27%.

“2018 was a brilliant year for REAL 6 WINDOW NEWS JANUARY 2019

Aluminium and we are absolutely delighted to have broken all previous records with these amazing figures that have surpassed all industry predictions,” says John Adams, aluminium category director at REAL Aluminium. “The demand for REAL Aluminium has rocketed and our recent round of investment, particularly in our new factory, means we can accommodate further growth and help our customers to seize the opportunities of this fast-moving market.

“Our plan is to consistently supply our customers with the highest quality aluminium windows and doors and to satisfy their increasing demand, whilst also maintaining our stringent levels of customer

service. We are a leading force in aluminium and we have very dedicated marketing and customer support teams at REAL who are on hand to give installers all the help they need to get a head start in aluminium and achieve long-term growth.

“We’re now firmly looking ahead and 2019 promises to be a very successful year for us and our growing network of customers. I can’t wait to see our customers making the most of aluminium and really prospering with our support behind them.”

REAL Aluminium says it will be unveiling several new developments to enable customers to win more business and enhance their profits. A number of major product enhancements are in the pipeline and REAL also plans to lay on a series of in-depth technical training days to help installers build confidence in aluminium and learn how to avoid costly mistakes. www.real-aluminium.co.uk.

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Composite Fire Door Sales

Resumed Following Landmark Agreement

Between ACDM And Government

Following three months of intensive discussions between the Association of Composite Door Manufacturers (ACDM) and Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government (MHCLG) to resolve the industry’s self-imposed moratorium on composite fire door sales, an agreement has been reached to allow sales to resume.

Sales of composite fire doors were suspended following the issue of a press statement by the MHCLG that named a number of manufacturers whose products had failed to comply with Building Regulations after testing was carried out as part of the Grenfell Tower investigations.

Following early discussions with the Government, the ACDM and its members took the decision to suspend sales unilaterally until evidence could be shown that manufacturers and suppliers of such products were testing in full compliance with the Building

Regulations, in addition to a number of other criteria.

These state that fire door set manufacturers must have primary test evidence illustrating that products have passed the required fire tests from both sides, with written confirmation from the test house confirming this result.

Additionally, a director from the manufacturer of the doors should write a confirmation to the supplier of the door blank, enclosing successful bi-directional test evidence confirming that the door sets they intend to manufacture and supply will use, without exception, only the components within the door sets tested. Continued supply of door blanks will continue only when such evidence has been provided.

Andrew Fowlds, Chair of the ACDM, says that the discussions have been lengthy, detailed and challenging but with a positive

outcome: “The cost to the composite door industry during this period has been very heavy, with a number of casualties in terms of jobs and revenue. However, as long as all manufacturers of such products have completed bi-lateral testing in strict accordance with the Building Regulations, and provided the necessary written confirmation to their supplier, then supply may resume.

“The Task Force set up by the ACDM to tackle this issue has spent a great deal of time and energy to bring this to the earliest possible conclusion. I am pleased that we have been able to finalise and agree the process to allow the resumption of the manufacture and supply of GRP Fire Doors to the market under the terms outlined to the Under Secretary.

This is essential to prevent further damage to an industry that is already severely weakened and suffering job losses, but which has reacted positively and responsibly by voluntarily withdrawing from the market until this resolution could be found.”

Regarding the issue of remediation, Fowlds adds: “I have advised the Under Secretary that this will be dealt with separately from the re-supply of new products. A proposal and action plan by the ACDM on how this may be dealt with is currently under consideration.”

The ACDM will also become the Governing Body for the composite door industry, leading the development, implementation and policing of standards whilst also promoting the use of composite doors in established markets as well as developing further opportunities. In response to the MHCLG the association will also compile a database of all fire door products tested by members, in addition to providing technical advice. www.acdm.co.uk WINDOW NEWS JANUARY 2019 7

THE BEST ALL ALUMINIUM LANTERN ROOF

AWARD FOR INNOVATION The Charles Godfrey Memorial Award for Innovation is given every year to a product that has brought significant innovation to the building industry.

The Korniche Aluminium Roof Lantern has been awarded this prestigious award for 2018.

Roger Bisby who tested the Korniche earlier in the year commented: “The first thing I saw was the packaging. Every builder knows the frustration of having items arrive on site with damage. It slows the job down and causes hassle for the manufacturer and the customer. Often there is a knockon effect because other trades are unable to get on. With the Korniche Roof Lantern, everything arrived in perfect condition.

The next thing is the instruction booklet, which deserves as award on its own. A huge amount of thought and design has gone into this. Every stage is clearly shown with intelligent use of colours to show you the relevant components.

Then there is the engineering. It all fits perfectly, and, when I say fits, I mean no gaps or misalignment, and no need for packers, shims or sealant.

The whole installation process went like a dream and I said at the time that I couldn’t wait until I had the chance to fit another.

It didn’t take long. Without the slightest rush I fitted three on a roof in less than a morning and each one was perfect. More importantly, the customer was delighted”.

Made For Trade are delighted to have received this award, one that stands by the very values on which the Korniche was conceived - to deliver to builders and installers a product that makes life on site easier and more cost effective, whilst providing a beautiful, architectural lantern look that is contemporary whilst holding on to traditional timber style fitting any home. FITTED IN MINUTES, GLAZED IN SECONDS, STRONGER than any other lantern on the market with WARMER construction and SLIMMER profiles.

Bradley Gaunt, Managing Director says “We have been entered for many fenestration awards over the last couple of years and from my point of view in this industry we often see these awards as the usual suspects congratulating one another on their endeavours, in many cases winning could easily be based on the strength of a

PR budget?!. So I’m over the moon with this independent award and Roger’s comments as it puts the product, engineering and design centre stage and applauds the advantages these efforts deliver above its competitors. In 2019 Made for Trade continue the innovation delivered in the Korniche Lantern with a new product launch at the FITShow which we are all very excited about” There is no greater proof that a product like Korniche has made a mark on the industry than seeing competitors scrambling to catch up, looking to pick up on one or two aspects of the design to try and differentiate their own products and claw back market share. However, the Korniche Aluminium Lantern has already achieved an affinity with both trade and homeowners which will be hard to overturn. No other lantern has the overall winning combinations the Korniche delivers. From quotation to delivery in as little as five working days for a totally bespoke product and fitting in under 30 mins on site – Korniche remains the obvious solution for trades looking for a lanterns to grace their flat roof extension projects in 2019.

Email: sales@madefortrade.co Call: 01642 610799 | Fax: 01642 615854 | www.korniche.co.uk

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No on-site cutting or drilling for ease of install. No silicone, single bolt fixings and clip fit finishing caps – Search on YouTube to see the Korniche fully fitted in under 6 minutes

STRONGEST

Performance Engineering

3.5kN /m2

Ability to withstand ‘Live’ loads over twice that of the leading competitor.

A 6x4m roof can support up to 8 tonnes. Up to 3m x 2.5m with no rafters, No tie bars required

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Fully Thermally Broken Construction

Thermal PVC T Bar, Thermally broken eaves beam and industry leading Q-Lon Gaskets. U Value from 1.2

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Patent pending end boss enabling hips to merge into ridge.

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Senior Achieves

BES 6001 Accreditation

Senior Architectural Systems, one of the UK’s largest privately owned fenestration systems company, has been recognised for its commitment to the responsible and sustainable sourcing of its aluminium extrusions with an accreditation to BRE Global’s BES 6001 standard.

Established by BRE Global, the independent internationally-renowned certification body, the BES 6001 Framework Standard for Responsible Sourcing aims to make it easier for specifiers to choose building materials and products that meet the growing requirements of sustainable construction, both in terms of their social and environmental impact.

Senior is committed to using recycled aluminium across its product range and the audit of the company’s sourcing procedures including evaluations of its quality and operational management systems, environmental policies, legal compliance, 10 WINDOW NEWS JANUARY 2019

commitment to upholding high standards of health and safety and supply chain collaboration.

Commenting on the accreditation, Melanie Jopling, Senior’s group QuEnSH manager said: “As part of our service to our clients, it’s important that our products not only perform well but that we can also provide evidence that the aluminium we use is responsibly sourced. We are extremely proud to have met the requirements of the BES 6001 standard and to be able to reassure our clients that their commitment to sustainable construction is mirrored by our own initiatives.”

Benefiting from the inherent strength and infinite recyclability of aluminium, Senior’s wide range of aluminium fenestration systems have been designed to offer the highest levels of aesthetic appeal and technical performance. Senior’s commitment to the continuous improvement

of both its product range and manufacturing techniques has also seen the company develop some of the most innovative solutions available to the UK market, including the patent PURe® aluminium door and window system. The PURe® system is the first in the UK to benefit from an enhanced thermal barrier manufactured from expanded polyurethane foam (PUR). Traditionally used in cladding and insulation products, the innovative use of PUR as a thermal barrier in windows gives the PURe system the potential to achieve U-values as low as 0.71w/m2k when calculated as a commercial CEN standard window and 0.93W/m2 K when calculated as a CEN standard door. Fully recyclable, the PUR thermal barrier can also be reused as fillers for other products, with no requirement for landfill.

As well as developing energy-efficient glazing solutions, Senior has also invested heavily in reducing its own carbon footprint and recent investments include an in-house PUR processing line, a more efficient grey water system to recycle water used in manufacture and a new £150k waste reducing powder coating line which is the most environmentally efficient of its kind, saving over 22 tonnes per year of product being sent to landfill.

Other initiatives that have been introduced include the installation of a new Biomass boiler heats the warehouse, fuelled by waste timber from wooden packaging and the manufacture of Senior’s Hybrid timber aluminium composite systems. Senior has also been able to reduce the environmental impact of its delivery fleet by investing in 17 five star eco vehicles and installing onsite electric car charging points for both staff and visitors.

For more information visit www.seniorarchitectural.co.uk

TRADE NEWS

Sternfenster Partners With Yale

To Boost Bi-Fold Security

Polar Windows Enjoying

Success With Optima Flush Trade fabricator Sternfenster, has strengthened its partnership with Yale Door and Window Solutions after choosing to supply the Yale Lockmaster multi-point lock for use across its aluminium bi-fold door offering.

Mike Parczuk, Managing Director for Sternfenster, said: “We have been using a range of Yale products, including locks and friction stays, for a number of years and have faith in the brand and quality of products.

“As the bi-fold door market is booming, we’re dedicated to developing our existing range and as such have chosen to offer the Yale Lockmaster due to its superior security credentials.”

The Yale Lockmaster 28mm backset multi-point lock features a combination of hooks and anti-lift bolts for greater security, along with smooth operation, tolerance and ease of use. The lock is available in standard 16mm euro groove and u-channel variants to suit

various aluminium systems.

What’s more, all of the Lockmaster® range is manufactured in the UK and carries the Made in Britain marque.

Paul Atkinson, Sales and Commercial Director for Yale Door and Window Solutions, said: “We have a great working relationship with the team at Sternfenster and by taking on the Lockmaster multi-point lock they can promote a high security bi-fold package that fits the slim style aluminium look that is popular today. This comes with the added benefit of the Yale guarantee” Sternfenster is committed to enhancing its security credentials and following the updated PAS24:2016 standard has also moved onto the Yale Postmaster Professional Letterplate, further demonstrating its promise to provide its installers with superior solutions. www.yaledws.co.uk. www.sternfenster.com

Casement Window Domestic and commercial fabricator and installer Polar Windows added the Optima Flush Casement Window from Profile 22 to its portfolio a year ago. Managing Director of Polar Windows, Alan Crowe, says it was a wise decision: “We’ve seen a 30% growth in requests for the Optima Flush Casement Window since this time last year as more and more homeowners see the benefits of what the window has to offer.”

Alan highlights the versatility of the window as one of the biggest factors in its success. “It’s marketed as a heritage window and it certainly offers authentic period aesthetics. But its slim sightlines also appeal to consumers looking for a sleek, contemporary appearance.

The fact it covers both markets so well is reflected in the fact our two most popular colours are the classic heritage shade of Chartwell Green and the contemporary shade of Agate Grey.” www.profile22.co.uk WINDOW NEWS JANUARY 2019 11

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Double Delight

For Paxman Joineries With Slenderline Glass Heritage Units

maintaining our high standards and working with the best suppliers – Slenderline is a great example of that.

“As specialists in sash and casement windows, whenever we have a project which needs to meet strict guidelines or where maintaining heritage aesthetics are key, we always specify Slenderline Glass. Not only do we share the same values as both family-run businesses, but they also share our overriding commitment to quality and customer service. They are a great company to work with and we look forward to more success together in the future.”

The Kent-based glass specialists also supported Paxman Joineries on another recent project, working with traditional leaded lights. The Slenderline team set to work cleaning up the tired leadlights, completing a full restoration before they were incorporated into brand new sealed units.

Andy Cocker, Director at Slenderline Glass adds: “It’s great to see Slenderline Glass specified for another fantastic project, completed by the talented team at Paxman Joineries. The combination of authentic heritage aesthetics with cutting-edge thermal performance means Slenderline provides not just the optimal solution, but a real opportunity for joiners, builders and installers to deliver something truly unique.

Extending a long-standing partnership between the two firms, Essex-based Paxman Joineries recently called on the expertise of Slenderline Glass – the specialist heritage unit manufacturer to enhance an eye-catching, traditional cottage.

Tasked with replacing the tired timber windows of the cottage, Paxman specified the slimline heritage units of Slenderline Glass. The shaped and leaded units were manufactured and fitted into Paxman’s expertly crafted timber frames, maintaining the traditional aesthetics of the cottage.

“We’re absolutely delighted to complete this fantastic project 12 WINDOW NEWS JANUARY 2019

and thank Andy and the team at Slenderline for their support,” comments Kevin Robinson, Managing Director of Paxman Joineries. “Over the past four decades, we’ve built a strong reputation across the region for exceptional craftsmanship.

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“We’re thrilled to hear more Slenderline success stories and are delighted to help Paxman Joineries on both these projects. Advanced sealed units are our speciality, whether it’s bespoke or complex solutions for listed buildings, heritage properties or for use in conservation areas.” www.slenderlineglass.com

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TRADE NEWS

Deceuninck® Gains VinylPlus

Certification For Sustainability

And Performance Deceuninck is one of the first PVC-U systems companies in the UK to gain the VinylPlus® Product Label for sustainability following a successful audit

by BRE (Building Research Establishment).

The new VinylPlus® Product Label is a labelling scheme designed to make it easier for customers and markets to choose the most sustainable, high performance PVC products. The scheme covers the building and construction sector and audits companies on stringent criteria including responsible sourcing of PVC resin and additives, controlled loop management and recycling, sustainable energy policies, organisational and supply chain management requirements.

Commenting on the certification, Rob McGlennon, Deceuninck UK Managing Director said: “The VinylPlus® Product Label fits perfectly with our mission of ‘building a sustainable home’. It’s a serious

‘plus’ for customers because it guarantees Deceuninck products are truly sustainable. Importantly, the scheme also shows that PVC is a sustainable and future-proof building material for the building and construction industry.”

The new VinylPlus® sustainability mark has been developed by VinylPlus®, the Voluntary Commitment to sustainable development by the European PVC industry, in collaboration with BRE and TNS (The Natural Step). It aims to create a long-term sustainability framework for the entire PVC value chain across Europe and beyond. www.deceuninck.com

Window Ware And Yale

Celebrate 20-Year Partnership Award-winning hardware distributor Window Ware is celebrating a major milestone as its supply partnership with Yale reaches a remarkable 20th year.

Fuelled by a mutual passion for delivering the highest-quality hardware, Window Ware and Yale joined forces back in 1998. Since then, the Bedfordshire-based hardware specialists have gone on to deliver well in excess of two-million Yale multipoint locks to fabricators across the country.

Yale’s iconic range of locks, smart technology and security systems still forms a large and very popular part of Window Ware’s unrivalled offering. Alongside Lockmaster multipoint door locks – a range 14 WINDOW NEWS JANUARY 2019

which Window Ware has offered from the very beginning, the firm also stocks Yale’s window locks, shootbolts, cylinders, letterplates and friction stays. The star of the range, however, is Yale’s landmark Conexis L1 Smart Door lock which is leading the way in the ‘Smart Living’ market.

“We are immensely proud to be celebrating such a significant mile-

stone with Yale, one of the industry’s biggest and most respected brands,” comments Sam Nuckey, Managing Director of Window Ware. “This achievement is a real testament to the trust and belief Yale and the Assa Abloy Group have in us to uphold the iconic Yale brand and deliver their fantastic range of products.

“It’s a relationship built on a shared commitment to delivering the difference for our respective customers, and one that has been mutually beneficial for both parties.

Whilst we’ve had the backing of a global brand, we’ve connected new customers with the Yale range and delivered those products with our renowned, reliable service. This is without question an incredible achievement and we look forward to reaching more milestones over the years to come!” www.windowware.co.uk

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stock at any one time!

The synergies between the two businesses may well prove extremely valuable to customers during the period of Brexit uncertainty, according to David Aucott, MD and owner of DGS.

DGS-Rapierstar Offer ‘Full System’ Hardware

Peace Of Mind As Brexit Looms

Hardware manufacturer and supplier DGS Group Plc and fastener specialist Rapierstar have combined their distribution expertise to provide real supply chain depth, helping window and door fabricators maintain production as Brexit trade deal uncertainty looms.

DGS can provide supply assurances thanks to a longterm strategy of building deep stocks of up to six months for all their window and door hardware, including all the essential fasteners from supply chain partner Rapierstar. The two companies have worked closely together to ensure fastener availability matches all hardware components, including DGS Elite, their exclusive European window and door

hardware and their own UKmade friction stay range.

A privately-owned manufacturer and distributor employing more than 200 people, the DGS business has been built for over 40 years on excellent products and availability. Their logistics centres around 120,000 sq. ft. warehousing across the UK and Ireland and the DGS fleet of over 40 delivery vehicles.

Rapierstar fasteners have been a key part of DGS’s ‘full system’ solution for window and door hardware for several years now. They too have a strong track record in delivery reliability and a massive stock of fasteners held at their own Cheshire bonded warehouse; more than one billion screws in

“With our on-time customer deliveries figure currently at 98.8%, our approach is definitely benefiting customers, but more importantly it means that we are in great shape to weather any Brexit storm,” says David. “No fabricator wants the headache of stock shortages caused by pallets being delayed at Dover or elsewhere, or because there are simply not enough delivery drivers available at the moment, now that many are returning to their native countries.

“The good news for our customers is that DGS is set up to cope well with events on the horizon as we have all the components in stock for the full hardware system needed on all types of profile and we can deliver to their door with our own fleet of vehicles and drivers.

Rapierstar plays a crucial role here too, ensuring that it is not a lack of fasteners that brings our customers’ production lines to a halt!”

Rapierstar enables fabricators to maintain high volumes of production and deliver consistently high quality finished windows and doors. Its expertise in new product development, sourcing, international trade, logistics and distribution ensures it can offer excellent reliability as a supply chain partner, with its current on time in full performance standing at 99.5%. www.rapierstar.com www.dgsgroup.co.uk WINDOW NEWS JANUARY 2019 15

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Dortech Architectural Systems was established a quarter of a century ago, and has been designing, manufacturing and installing bespoke glazing solutions ever since. But Dortech Maintenance was formed in 2015 to help clients prolong the lifespan of their existing installations.

“The recession had led to a contraction of the construction industry and new build projects had slowed,” explains James. “But as a direct consequence of such market forces, the desire to maintain, repair or even refurbish commercial windows and doors soon emerged, with businesses recognising this as a far more economical alternative to replacing with new.”

Keen to retain as many staff as possible during this difficult time, the management team therefore focused their efforts on diversification – and now the maintenance division is the fastest growing part of the business.

Dortech Group MD, James Sutherland

Growth Of Maintenance Division Signals Positive

Year For Dortech A brave decision made during the toughest economic conditions of the past decade, has proven a game-changer for a commercial glazing specialist.

That’s the bold statement made by James Sutherland, managing director of Yorkshire-headquartered Dortech Group, as the business prepares for a big year of trading.

The company’s glazing maintenance division is forecast to almost double its turnover to £1m in 2019, which will take Dortech to a £10m organisation overall. The expansion – which comes as a result of a growing reputation and complex market conditions – has also kickstarted a recruitment drive and a £200,000 investment in the team’s Huddersfield factory.

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Having completed projects for clients including the NHS, Sheffield Business Park and the Victoria Mills residential complex in Shipley – to name just a few – the division has grown from a team of four to one with now eight aluminium glazing specialists.

The hunt is also on for a further four maintenance engineers over the next 12-24 months.

“There are now 62 people throughout the entire business, and we’re investing across the board,” James continues. “We’re currently reconfiguring our 24,000sqft site, for instance, to break down departmental barriers, promote company-wide knowledge transfer and strengthen our company culture. We’ve also procured new CNC machinery and increased the storage capacity for our third division – Dortech Direct – which is similarly performing well.

“But the maintenance proposition has never been more important, and we predict this division will account for 20% of revenue by 2022. A ‘preserve and prolong’ mindset was borne out of the last recession, but with further economic uncertainty on the horizon, this will only rise. There are legacy issues to solve including leaks, asset deterioration and energy inefficiencies, and if customers opt to buy cheaply to keep costs down, safety standards could also be at risk. We want to ensure that none of these things happen.”

Founded by Chairman Steve Sutherland in 1993, Dortech began as a 30-man operation and growth has been entirely organic, with no external investment. www.dortech.co.uk

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Business Tripled In

Four Years

For Jack

Aluminium

(L-R) Richard Bate, BuildCheck & Jason Clemmit, Certass

Build Check Takes Certass Trade Association Jeff Pearson Jack Aluminium Sales & Marketing Director

Jack Aluminium Systems has announced that they have tripled business since 2014 after an impressive 14 percent increase in turnover this year. The figures are reflective of the ongoing success that Jack Aluminium has seen in its 10 years in business.

Jeff Pearson, Sales Director at Jack Aluminium says: “We are so pleased with this year’s results, and as it’s our 10-year anniversary, it’s even more positive. It’s great to see customers grow too, using Jack Aluminium commercial glazing products to win some prestigious projects.

“This year, we have diversified the range, to include products such as the TRL90 flat rooflight that can be used for both domestic and commercial applications. These dual-purpose ranges are proving particularly popular with both fabricators and installers.” www.jackaluminium.co.uk 18 WINDOW NEWS JANUARY 2019

Associate Membership Build Check, the UKAS accredited certification and testing body for fenestration and construction, has joined Certass Trade Association (TA) as an associate member and been named an accredited Certass Service Provider.

Certass says its Certass Service Provider accreditation is reserved for companies in the glazing industry who share Certass’ mission of offering high-value services to help drive improvement in the industry.

Richard Bate, Technical Director at Build Check says: “We’re really pleased to be a part of Certass TA. As an organisation, it is really taking a fresh approach to improving the reputation of our industry and its involvement in other sectors gives it a real opportunity to drive change and improve industry professionalism.

“As a certification and testing body, it’s important for us to make sure that we use our years of experience and technical knowledge to benefit the wider industry, a value that Certass shares with us.”

Jason Clemmit, Managing Director at Certass adds: “It’s fantastic to have Build Check on board as part of glazing’s largest trade association. Certass TA was launched to provide the best industry knowledge and business advice to local installers and that’s exactly what Richard and the team will bring to the table.

“They have also won the Certass Service Provider approval, as they have proven that they offer a truly experienced and high-value certification and testing service to the whole fenestration industry. This is a vital part of the supply chain to give installers extra confidence in the products they are choosing to fit.”

Build Check offers a range of high-quality certification and testing service to installers and the fenestration supply chain including UKAS accredited test laboratory & product certification as well as online U-Value and acoustic calculators. www.certass.co.uk www.buildcheck.co.uk

Shelforce

Boss Says Employers “Waking Up” To Benefits Of Employing Disabled Workers

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to the fact that disabled workers are hugely talented and can really help boost businesses.

“It’s great to hear that attitudes are changing across the country as workplaces become more inclusive. It is great to see hundreds of thousands more disabled people are benefitting from new career opportunities.”

The full Eurocell systems supply partner specialises in providing high-quality products to local authority building projects, including social housing, around the country, including for Birmingham City Council.

And, thanks to a rich legacy of ensuring equal opportunities for all that stretches all the way back to 1839, Shelforce are helping to change the perception of disabled people in the workplace.

Howard continued: “We’ve benefitted hugely from the inbuilt resilience of disabled workers throughout our long history. They overcome bigger obstacles every day than many of us will face in a year – and that means they’ve got a toughness and a determination that’ll see them through any business or production issue in the workplace.

The General Manager of a Birmingham-based PVCu window and door manufacturer is delighted with new figures recently released that 973,000 more disabled people are in work since 2013.

Shelforce have been leading the way in inclusivity in the glazing industry when it comes to training and employment opportunities, with 75% of its workforce disabled.

The latest figures from the Office of National Statistics show more than half of disabled people are now in work, outnumbering those who are not in work. Official figures also show that one in five new enterprise business start-ups are run by disabled entrepreneurs.

Howard Trotter, General Manager at Shelforce, commented: “What these figures show is that employers are waking up

“They make exceptionally loyal, dedicated, hard-working employees in this and any other industry, so why wouldn’t you want to pick from a huge talent pool?”

To continue these values, Shelforce is set to open a dedicated training facility at their factory in Erdington to provide regular work experience placements for students from nearby schools, including special needs schools. www.shelforce.com WINDOW NEWS JANUARY 2019 19

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Why 2019

Is The Year

To ‘Ask for Ali’ Senior Architectural Systems has plenty of new developments in store over the next 12 months – giving trade fabricators and installers even more reasons to ‘Ask for Ali’ and take advantage of the manufacturer’s extensive product offering and in-house services.

A year after the official launch of Senior’s new slimline Ali VU aluminium window, which has been specifically developed for the domestic market, the company has established several new accounts with trade professionals across the country. With the number of completed projects featuring Senior’s stylish Ali FOLD aluminium patio door range also on the rise, and the company’s work in the commercial sector continuing to flourish, Senior is pledging further investment in its product range and commitment to customer service in 2019.

Jonny Greenstreet, Senior’s marketing manager explains: “2018 was our most successful year to date and we are hoping to build on this momentum to make this year another one to remember.

Some of our new plans are already coming to fruition, such as the work we are doing to expand storage space at both our Denaby and Newport branches

which will allow us to increase the amount of stock we can hold and keep lead and delivery times to a minimum. We are also gearing up to officially launch our brand new training programme for our trade customers which we will be delivering from our brand new in-house training facility. ” Over the coming months, Senior will also be announcing a number of new products, including the new PURe® Commercial Door, as well as updates to existing ranges.

Jonny adds; “Everything we do is underpinned by our motto of giving our customers what they want, when they want it. As we take on more trade accounts, this is more important than ever and we are very excited to roll out details of our new initiatives and products to our growing customer base. Watch this space!”

For more information about Senior, visit www.seniorarchitectural.co.uk/askforali

Soaring Summer

For Roseview

Sash window specialists Roseview are celebrating an ‘incredible summer of sales’, and are well on course for a record-breaking 20182019, says the company.

After a number of record sales months throughout the summer, the company is now 15% ahead of where it was this time last year.

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has benefitted from rising demand for its Rose Collection from both the trade and commercial sectors.

“It’s hugely gratifying for us that, even after all these years, we’re still seeing new customers discovering the outstanding aesthetics, technical ingenuity and unparalleled authenticity of the Rose Collection,” comments Marketing Manager Mike Bygrave. www.roseview.co.uk

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VEKA Recycling Begins Production At New Wellingborough HQ VEKA Recycling Ltd, the UK’s leading recycler of PVC-U post consumer window profiles, has begun full production at the company’s brand new headquarters site in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire.

From acquisition in February of the 5.5 acre site on the town’s Finedon Road Industrial Estate and after undergoing a substantial refurbishment, rebuilding work and industrial fit out, the facility is now converting full loads of virgin, post consumer and industrial profiles into high quality PVC-U compound. Further investment and development during the next 12 months will further extend the capabilities and capacity of the plant, to become Europe’s most advanced specialist windows recycler.

“We are very pleased with the progress we have made at our

new site,” said VEKA Recycling Ltd Managing Director Simon Scholes, who has managed the project throughout. “It took many years to find what is the perfect site for our requirements but we are on schedule to build a facility that will be totally self-sufficient and capable of recycling in excess of 25,000 tonnes per annum by the end of 2019.”

Current capability allows the plant to accept previously installed frames as well as virgin offcuts, reduce them and then transfer component materials for further reduction and separation.

PVC-U is then further processed at Wellingborough and returned to market for re-manufacture.

New products produced using VEKA recycled compounds include new window profiles, cills and trims as well as products as diverse as electrical conduit and construction components. When

the plant is fully operational all materials will be extracted and re-processed on site.

The Wellingborough plant will be the third to be built by VEKA Umwelttechnik GmbH, the specialist recycling subsidiary of the VEKA AG Group, of which VEKA Recycling Ltd is a wholly owned division. The company has pioneered PVC-U recycling in Europe with its first plant opening in Behringen, Germany as long ago as 1993. A further facility was opened in France in 2006. The combined capacity of the three plants will exceed 100,000 tonnes of PVC-U windows a year.

“VEKA Group made the commitment to invest more than £8 million at Wellingborough after the Brexit vote was known and is fully committed to the UK market, irrespective of the status of the UK relating to Europe,” explained Simon. “There is very real belief in and commitment to both the concept of recycling and to the UK window and door market,” he added.

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Rapierstar’s Fastener

Expertise Supports

VEKA’s Testing And NPD Specialist fastener supplier Rapierstar is helping VEKA’s technical team and its fabricators to create the most robust and operationally reliable new windows and doors, by becoming an exclusive supply partner for its UK Technical Workshop in Burnley.

The Technical Workshop is a vitally important facility for VEKA and fabricators of its profile systems, allowing for indicative testing to be conducted on a wide range of customer window and door prototypes, as well as for VEKA’s own new product developments. As the workshop’s exclusive partner for fasteners, Rapierstar now provides window and door screws for all the prototype windows built by VEKA engineers, and it is providing expert technical guidance on fastener selection and application to any VEKA customer who is seeking to 24 WINDOW NEWS JANUARY 2019

optimise their test outcomes.

Rapierstar’s support for the VEKA Technical Workshop strengthens its long standing relationship as a supply chain partner for fasteners.

It has worked closely with VEKA since 1998, providing technical advice to help address common fastener issues and ensure fabricators deliver the best possible result with the finished window or door.

This information is readily available in Rapierstar’s Recommended Fixing Manual (RFM) for VEKA profile systems, which can be downloaded at www.rapierstar.com.

Dave Jones at VEKA PLC said: “A window or door is only as good as its weakest link and all too often the importance of the humble screw is overlooked when testing for air and water tightness or enhanced security under PAS24.

That’s why we ensure all our prototypes are built using the most suitable fasteners throughout, and we encourage our fabricators to adopt the same approach.

“Rapierstar’s support for our Technical Workshop helps us achieve consistency in our NPD programme and maximise the chances of testing success. More broadly too, it gives our fabricators access to their technical expertise whenever they need it – it’s a partnership that should ensure the fastener is never the weak link.”

Paul Balfe, Technical Consultant at Rapierstar, added: “We’re often approached by customers who are working on a new product for testing, or those who have experienced difficulty in achieving the performance required to pass a test, to investigate whether different fastener choices could make a difference. Supporting VEKA in this way is, therefore, a great way for fabricators to access our fastener advice and guidance at an early stage and avoid future – and potentially costly – setbacks.”

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DEAR GERALD

Dear

Gerald Dear Gerald The industry has a mixed record of respecting intellectual property (IP). We’ve probably all seen cases of copying (ranging from accidental infringement to blatant copying and theft) of innovations, product design and brands. Common infringements range from using images and brochures without permission, passing off as other brands, as well as copying other companies’ products without permission and benefitting from their innovation and investment without paying for them.

We all pay a price if we allow this to happen.

People invest a great deal of time and money in building their brand and developing innovations.

As an industry, we need a flow of innovative ideas and new products to help us take advantage of new opportunities and expand the market. But companies are not going to continue investing their time, efforts and money if they don’t get a return.

Over the years, window systems, roofline companies, hardware and conservatory companies, fabricators and installer networks like TimberWindows.com and Bygone Collection have engaged in successful legal action to defend their intellectual property, and indirectly have defended the industry.

As MD of Masterframe and the Bygone Collection, I’ve experienced this at first-hand. Recently, we successfully took legal action against a com26 WINDOW NEWS JANUARY 2019

pany that purported to sell Bygone windows and doors, using Bygone promotional literature. When the homeowner realised the difference in quality and turned to us we took the company to court, acting on behalf of the homeowner and Bygone Collection installers who they were pretending to be. The guilty party was fined over £5,000 plus 100 hours unpaid community work. Rip-offs like this give our industry (and them) a bad name. it’s important to check if the image, product or innovation you want to use is copyrighted, or patented, and if you need a licence. Checking and obtaining a licence is a lot cheaper than legal action, and a lot less disruptive. Doing it right saves you money and your reputation.

Yours sincerely Alan Burgess, Timberweld®

Dear Gerald If ever there was a time that proves comprehensive protection for consumers isn’t just a ‘nice to have’, it’s a ‘must have’ for the sake of the industry’s reputation, its now.

With the demise of SafeGlaze UK, the industry should debate its stance on providing robust consumer protection. And the policing of this.

Safeglaze has potentially left thousands of homeowners with unfulfilled orders, missing deposits, and little comeback in terms of repair works or genuine underwritten guarantees. For example, it appears many consumers were not actually registered by Safeglaze with their IBG provider. Also, deposit protection isn’t mandatory in this sector, so many consumers lose out. At the time of writing Warmseal (whom we are informed are taking over the order book of Safeglaze) has secured the £5.5m order book to fulfil orders of more than 2000 customers. It is our understanding that

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existing guarantees are not provided for within the deal with the liquidator. So, what will happen to those consumers left without a guarantee or protection? This type of situation (which often goes unreported or under the radar) discredits our industry and the honourable, principled people who work within it.

petent Persons Schemes and IBG providers and the Secretary Of State at the Ministry for Housing Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) [the ministry responsible for legislation in the glazing sector] to discuss how the sector can realistically and affordably provide redress for all consumers. It is possible.

Our thoughts are of course with the 132 employees who lost their jobs at Safeglaze and sincerely hope they soon find rewarding work.

Homeowners, who are often affected in these circumstances, to varying degrees, are particularly close to our hearts at DGCOS. It’s the very foundation of our organisation – to offer genuine protection to consumers with no ifs, buts or maybes. No loop holes that leave homeowners exposed to financial loss. Before the Warmseal deal was done we had already taken calls from people looking for answers and advice and will continue to be on hand for customers who still aren’t sure where they stand. Please see our advice piece at www.dgcos.org.uk/news/ safeglaze-uk-in-administration. But of course, if there is no Deposit Protection or Underwritten Guarantee in place (often referred to as an IBG), or if there is an IBG in place with limited scope or unfair exclusions, the homeowner is set to lose out.

DGCOS installer members are able to reassure their customers and guarantee hand on heart, that their customers will be protected should the worst happen. With over 1 million doors and windows in UK homes currently protected by DGCOS since 2010, professional installers can always turn to us to protect their business, their customers and their reputations. Peace of Mind cannot be underestimated, especially at times like these when these issues are brought to the fore.

It might be easy to think this is someone else’s problem. But it isn’t. It’s a tough lesson to learn for consumers and we shouldn’t bury our heads in the sand. If you work in the glazing sector it is your problem, by association. There is no doubt that in the wake of this recent sizeable liquidation, consumers will become even more aware of the small print and what they are really buying. This heightened fear factor can affect us all.

Once again, our industry is under scrutiny and we need something concrete in place to reassure concerned consumers and journalists.

DGCOS will be writing to the other leaders in the sector, particularly of trade bodies, Com-

Yours sincerely, Tony Pickup, Founder, DGCOS

If you want to get involved in the discussion, or would like to air your views on a particular industry subject, then Email me at gerald@windownews.co.uk We cannot guarantee that we will publish everything, but we will do our utmost to make sure that everyone’s voice is heard. Your views and thoughts are imprortant to us.

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Change At The Top For

Roseview Windows After more than 30 years at the top, glazing industry veteran Willie Kerr has chosen to stand down as managing director of sash window specialist Roseview Windows. The decision will allow him to spend more of his time focused on research and development, as well as acting as a brand ambassador with customers, suppliers and the industry in general.

Willie joined Roseview direct from Rehau in 1988, after working closely with the Olney-based fabricator on the world’s first uPVC sash window system. He quickly rose from the position of technical manager to managing director.

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ing the move towards high-end, timber-alternative products.

Explaining his decision Willie comments: “My choice to stand down as MD reflects my changing role at Roseview. For the last couple of years I’ve been spending a lot of time on R&D, continually improving our sash windows with new features such as our ultra-slim 35mm midrail. I also enjoy getting out on the road, visiting customers and suppliers, getting involved in the GGF and talking to people from across the industry.

“Roseview is a dynamic, vibrant company at the cutting edge of the glass and glazing industry, being run by a new generation of talented staff.

Stepping aside allows me to

spend more of my time doing the things I love.”

Discussing Willie’s new role at Roseview, company chairman Steve Bygrave comments: “Willie’s part in Roseview’s success – both past and future – cannot be overestimated. He’ll continue to be heavily involved in the company, but with more freedom to concentrate on the things he enjoys the most – developing new features and products and networking with our customers and the wider industry.

“We have a young and talented management team at Roseview, and we have some very exciting plans for the brand and company moving forward. Willie’s focus on new developments, and his time spent meeting customers and prospects and working within the industry, will be fundamental to ensuring those plans come to fruition.” visit www.roseview.co.uk

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Winkhaus UK Promotes

Mike Rushen To Sales Director expanding the sales team, building on our innovative approach and developing new strategies that will take the company to new levels of growth and future success.

Ollie Cullen joins Carl F Groupco as a Sales Office apprentice.

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Supports Apprenticeship

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Hardware distributor Carl F Groupco, which has an established track record for staff training and development, has recruited Oliver (Ollie) Cullen as a Sales Office apprentice. Ollie, who is currently studying for a level 2 diploma in Business Administration, combines his work at Carl F Groupco with attendance at college one day a week.

Commenting on the opportunity that has been provided by Carl F Groupco, Ollie said: “The post is helping me significantly with my studies as it enables me to put business theory into a practical context. It is my first office based role but I have overcome my apprehensions quickly because the team at Carl F Groupco is very supportive.

“I am enjoying learning product information and getting experience from a hands-on perspective of office tasks: I now understand that communication is key in the business world.”

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Hardware specialist Winkhaus has announced the promotion of their National Sales Manager Mike Rushen to Sales Director with effect from January 1st 2019.

Mike, who joined Winkhaus 14 years ago, has managed the sales team for the last two years. In his new role he will form part of the team that sets the strategic direction for the business with particular emphasis on all sales activities.

Mike comments: “Winkhaus has been growing strongly in recent years and I’m looking forward to

“Our reputation for innovation is what sets us apart in this ever-evolving industry and we are always looking at new avenues to explore with our hardware products, alongside our existing timber, aluminium, and composite door sectors.”

Mike first joined Winkhaus in 2004 as Project Manager, later becoming Commercial Manager before his promotion to National Sales Manager just over two years ago.

Winkhaus Managing Director Justin Harris added: “This is a well-deserved promotion for Mike and his extensive knowledge of the business, aligned with full understanding of our customers’ requirements, will further strengthen our business and product portfolio in the years to come.” www.winkhaus.co.uk

Cranfield-Graduate To Spearhead Elumatec’s Sales And Marketing An experienced new Sales and Marketing Co-ordinator is set to boost sales and accelerate growth at machinery manufacturer elumatec.

Cranfield School of Management-graduate Melissa Giannotti joins the company’s senior team from a major international retailer.

Melissa reflects the international spirit of the elumatec parent company, Voilap Holding, a leader in the design, production and distribution of technologies for the

machining of aluminium, PVC and steel profiles. www.elumatec.co.uk

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New Marketing Director Appointed At REHAU

A new Marketing Director has been welcomed to the windows division at global polymer solutions provider REHAU. Claire Miller has joined the team, based at Ross-on-Wye, bringing with her a wealth of experience, both within the windows industry and marketing world.

In her new role Claire will drive the window solutions marketing and product strategy, working closely with the highly experienced team to add further value to everything REHAU does, as well as focusing on supporting their network of fabricator and installers

Claire joins REHAU from within the windows industry having been Group Marketing Director at Customade Group, a fabricator of multi-material fenestration products,

where she worked for five years.

Claire has also headed up marketing in a variety of other industries, including those with both a B2B and B2C focus.

Claire said: “I am very proud to be joining the team at REHAU! Having worked for a fabricator who manufactures five different PVCu profiles (including REHAU), supplying windows and doors to all sizes of installers and trade counters, I am in a unique position to understand the challenges and opportunities across the entire supply chain. REHAU is an extremely strong brand within the industry with a superior product portfolio, renowned for its high quality and performance.

My new role is not only to develop a strategy which sets us in a direction of continuous growth, but to also act as ‘the voice of the

customer’. Ensuring we support our network of fabricators, installers and trade counters with the products and services they need to achieve their full potential. I am excited to explore the role and to be part of REHAU’s future success.”

Martin Hitchin, Chief Executive at REHAU said the team were looking forward to seeing how Claire’s experience could help them to continue innovative development within the division.

“Claire joins us with a great CV of experience, both from within our industry and outside it. This knowledge and insight will undoubtedly help REHAU’s continued growth.”

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planned for this year.”

Taking up the position of Group Operations Manager is Andrew Worroll, who will report directly into Group Operations Director, Ian Lloyd. He has over 20 years’ experience in operations, production and supply chain, and will focus mainly on Glazerite’s Wellingborough sites, in order to free up more of Ian’s time to focus on the Group Operations strategy.

L-R is: Andrew Worroll, Mitchell Gooch and Mark Towers.

Glazerite Strengthens Senior Management Team The Glazerite UK Group Ltd has strengthened its senior management team with three new appointments and an internal promotion. The operations and technical-focused positions will allow the fabricator to further improve service levels across its three largest sites.

Mark Towers joined Glazerite on 7th January 2019 as Bolton-based North West Division General Manager/ Director Designate.

With over 25 years’ industry

experience, Mark has worked to improve the output of a number of manufacturing operations, ranging from composite doors to glazing, and has also held senior positions at ODL Europe Limited, HansenGlass Processing, and HM Doors.

Mark says: “It’s an exciting time to join Glazerite. I’m very much looking forward to working with the team at the Bolton site going forward, with an initial focus to continue improving standards at the site and carry out the investment and extension programme

In December 2018, Glazerite also welcomed Mitchell Gooch, who took on the role of Group Technical and Processing Support Manager at the fabricator’s Peterborough site. Mitchell, who has previously worked in technical roles at SGM Windows Manufacturing Ltd, won the prestigious Apprentice of the Year G12 award while at Pioneer Trading Company Ltd. In addition to these key appointments, which form part of Glazerite’s strategy to better serve its growing base of installers, the fabricator has also announced that Chris Price is joining the board of Directors as Group Procurement Director. Chris will focus on further improving the product development programme and procurement process across the group going forward. glazerite.co.uk

Bryan Dando Joins Haffner Murat

As Regional Sales Manager

Haffner Murat has announced that Bryan Dando joined the company as Regional Sales Manager at the start of January 2019. Dave Thomas, Managing Director of Haffner Murat, said: “We are delighted to welcome Bryan to the team. I’ve known him for many years and his knowledge of machinery and the industry will be a great asset to us.”

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Bryan said: “I was at my previous company for 23 years and was looking for a new challenge.

Haffner Murat ticked all the boxes and I’m excited to be here.” Bryan has joined Haffner Murat from Elumatec and will be a familiar figure to many fabricators. He has a great deal of experience in the machinery industry and is an exceptional sales professional. www.haffnermurat.com

left to right: Hulusi Bulduk – Murat & Bryan Dando – Haffner Murat

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New REHAU HR Director

Wants Everyone To Be ‘Part Of The Family’ REHAU has welcomed an important new team member to its UK head office in Ross-on-Wye with the arrival of Sergio Fonseca as HR Director for the UK, Ireland and Scandinavia.

principles that will benefit everyone at REHAU. He places great importance on developing individuals to bring out their abilities and make them feel a truly valued part of the team.

Although new to REHAU UK, Sergio has been with the global business for 16 years and was previously based in his home country of Brazil, where he was responsible for the HR function in the REHAU South American businesses.

Sergio has significant experience in working with the manufacturing plants in South America. His expertise in this area will be very valuable as he will be responsible for the HR functions in the UK plants in North Wales and related businesses.

His arrival highlights the truly global nature of REHAU and as a Doctor of Business Administration, the skills that Sergio has developed make him the ideal person to deliver HR programmes and

Sergio will be an important contributor to the programmes for Health and Wellbeing and Corporate Social Responsibility and as a member of the CSR Steering Group, Sergio will play a key role in helping

REHAU achieve its goals in charity and community activities.

He said: “I aim to keep the spirit of REHAU alive in our colleagues in the business and ensure everyone knows they are essential to our team and ongoing success. My approach is also to have an open dialogue policy and we actively encourage feedback at all levels.” www.rehau.uk feedback systems in place to better understand and react to any customer issues and build on positive comments.

Sarah Talbot, Karl Thompson, Louise Eagl and Harriet Adams

New Year, New Roles At VBH

VBH (GB) is pleased to announce several promotions and a new starter at the company, recognising the talents of the ‘next generation’ VBH team.

This follows what the company describes as “a fantastic year of customer, team and product development capped by record months and the strongest Q4 since before the crash.”

A member of the Customer Service team for 12 years, Sarah Talbot moves into the newly

created position of Internal Sales Manager, leading all three sales offices and working with the Regional Sales Managers to ensure excellence is delivered ‘as standard’. Sarah had previously been Customer Service Leader.

Louise Eagle, who joined VBH in 2012 as a Business Apprentice, has taken over leadership of the Customer Service Team in the Gillingham office. Louise will also be responsible for putting

Within the Purchasing department, Karl Thompson, who also originally joined as a Business Apprentice has now been promoted from Purchasing Team Leader to Purchasing Manager, reporting directly to the Logistics Director. Karl manages the other members of the Purchasing team and oversees their activities, ensuring smooth delivery of stock on both greenteQ and third-party products.

Following a very successful induction period, Area Sales Representative Harriet Adams is now responsible for sales in the South East region. Her role involves visiting customers on a daily basis, keeping them abreast of new products, trends and regulations, and making sure that all aspects of the relationship between her customers and VBH run smoothly. www.bhgb.com WINDOW NEWS JANUARY 2019 33

WINDOW SYSTEMS

Roseview Windows Brings Innovative Designs

With Georgian Bar

Window manufacturer of PVCu sash windows, Roseview Windows says astragal bar from The Georgian Bar Company is its number one choice. Manufacturing around 600 windows a week from its busy factory, the highly successful company understands the importance of design.

The two companies work closely to bring the very latest in style for windows being installed into both traditional and modern homes. “We continue to innovate designs to bring sash windows bang up to date,” says Willie Kerr, Managing Director at Roseview Windows. “We don’t stick to just squares, we create all sorts of 34 WINDOW NEWS JANUARY 2019

designs for customers. Thinking differently with the design uplifts replacement heritage windows into something that’s highly desirable for all properties.”

Roseview manufactures three brands of sash windows using two window systems, and when it comes to astragal bars there’s only one it chooses for its top window designs – The Georgian Bar Company. Ultimate Rose offers customers the very best in quality and styling, as Roseview’s top selling brand it has proven to be very popular.

Willie adds: “Georgian Bar Company astragal bars are a

significant part of the design and more than 70 percent of sash windows from Roseview include them. We offer elegant styling for traditional properties and often recreate the exact look based on the timber windows being replaced. This means there’s no compromise, as they are getting all the modern benefits of top-performing, energy-efficient and high security windows. But we don’t just work in the heritage sector. A large proportion of our windows end up in new build homes because housebuilders can create an individual style on an estate by installing stunning windows.

British homebuyers want the convenience of a new home but still want the traditional elegance.

“It’s thanks to The Georgian Bar Company’s clever design that Roseview Windows can create such amazing features with astragal bars in both traditional and modern homes.” www.geofast.co.uk

WINDOW SYSTEMS

KÖMMERLING Makes The Switch To Renolit Exofol PX Laminates In co-operation with Renolit SE, profine Group with its brands KBE, Kömmerling and Trocal is the first international systems provider to introduce the innovative and enhanced Renolit Exofol PX laminate as standard.

‘A high-quality decor laminate range is one of the pillars of our colour strategy. With the new Renolit Exofol PX laminates from our long-term partner, we offer our customers a future-oriented and patented product with a real added value’, explains Dr Peter Mrosik, owner and CEO of profine.

The new decorative laminate generation excels by the further development of the material properties compared to the standard MX foil. Among other things, new and improved raw materials as well as numerous patented technical innovations contribute to enhanced product performance.

larly long-lasting protection. The result of the multiple innovations are improved UV protection and as a consequence, even better resistance to weathering.

The special structure of the Renolit Exofol PX laminate gives the PVC-U window profile a particu-

The end customer benefits in particular from the improved colour fastness and the proven easy-

Quickslide Vertical Sliders

Continue To Comply

Yorkshire based manufacturer Quickslide are determined to keep their award-winning Vertical Sliding windows at the forefront of the fenestration industry, having developed high security components to ensure the product now passes the test for PAS 24:2016.

When in the late 90’s formal testing was introduced, it became compulsory for manufacturers to comply in return for certification of security. Along with this came an assurance that units were capable of keeping out bad weather.

Quickslide’s transition from its vertical sliders’ initial certification of BS7412:2002 to PAS 24:2016 has certainly presented challenges – each test requiring additional and more enhanced features. By working closely with their hardware suppliers to design fit for purpose add-ons, the recent journey to suc-

care, very durable surface. There are also extended warranties of up to 15 years in the darker colours.

Since March 2017, profine Group has been successively converting the Renolit Exofol MX to the Renolit Exofol PX laminate program of the international leading manufacturer. Since the laminates do not differ optically, the two types can be processed with one another without any problem. www.kommerling.co.uk E’ glass for improved heat retention, and a superior A+ energy rating where required. A deep bottom rail option replicates true Victorian sash windows, specifically when complimented with authentic, run-through sash horns.

By default, the units also tick the compliance boxes for Secured

by Design (SBD) approval. The official UK police Flagship initiative withdrew PAS 24:2012 in favour of the simplified test methods and wider encompassing PAS 24:2016 in February 2016, and all companies who are SBD approved needed to ensure they met the new standards by 1st October 2018.

cess was made far simpler.

As 2018 winners of the National Fenestration Awards’ Vertical Sliding Company of the Year category, Quickslide have proven they know what consumers want. In support of the environment and their customers’ budgets, Quickslide’s draught free product houses ‘Low

Considered crucial for involvement in the new build arena, Quickslide vertical sliders are also manufactured to comply with ‘Approved Document Q’ – one of the key stipulations under the National House Building Council’s (NHBC) regulations. www.quickslide.co.uk WINDOW NEWS JANUARY 2019 35

PRODUCT NEWS keys therefore become a thing of the past with access for additional users easily extended and controlled. Avia may also be controlled via the app from anywhere in the world, for example to allow easy access for service providers.

The Apple HomeKit platform is highly secure and stable and users of the Avia app can learn at a glance the status of the lock, with a full audit trail recorded for all activity. A traditional key may be used in the TS 007 3 star cylinder as an emergency backup to offer total peace of mind. Any competent person may install Avia in minutes on existing multipoint-equipped doors.

The World’s First Apple HomeKit Multipoint Smart Lock

Is Revealed At Giant US Tech Show: And It’s British!

Cambridge-based door and window hardware specialist Mighton Products has developed and launched a new smart lock with Apple HomeKit technology at its heart, a world first for multipoint door locks. Mighton unveiled Avia at the giant Consumer Electronics Show (CES), which took place in Las Vegas early in January. With more than 182,000 visitors CES is the world’s leading showcase for the latest in electronics and Avia attracted attention from media and visitors keen to see any new device launched under the Apple HomeKit banner, including TV coverage and features on dozens of online tech reviews. The firm also took part in an Apple product launch event in New York in December.

Tech-hungry consumers clamoured to learn how Mighton Avia revolutionises entrance door 36 WINDOW NEWS JANUARY 2019

security using Apple devices: the multipoint locks are secured by simply raising the handle and unlocked using the dedicated Avia app installed on an Apple iPhone or iPad, by using a highly secure key fob from a range of up to 30 metres, or via an electronic keypad. A further, exciting innovation that will be available later in 2019 is face recognition, activated via an optional accessory. Conventional

The market for such a product is substantial: established throughout Europe, multipoint locks are increasingly used in the US, India and China as they offer superior security performance to conventional deadlocks. International sales potential is significant, says Mighton’s Mike Derham: “Mighton Avia has been thoroughly developed and extensively tested to ensure that we have a highly functional, secure and effective product that is simple to install and which works seamlessly using Apple HomeKit technology. Recent statistics show that there are 1.3 billion active Apple devices worldwide. For everyone with an Apple iPhone or iPad Mighton Avia will provide a highly effective Apple HomeKit-enabled smart lock solution for their home or properties under their control. After extensive development work with Apple, users will have the confidence that Avia will work seamlessly with their devices.”

Mighton Avia smart locks and accessories will be available from May 2019 via the Apple website, Amazon and direct from Mighton via a dedicated website, with plans to also make products available through the UK window and door trade. www.mightonproducts.com

PRODUCT NEWS

New Range Of Friction

Stays From Kenrick Kenrick has strengthened its range of market-leading hardware solutions with the launch of a comprehensive suite of friction stays.

Designed to combine optimum weather-sealing, security and operational performance, the friction stays are made from high grade stainless steel and are suitable for PVC-u, timber and aluminium windows of all sizes.

The new Kenrick range includes standard hinges for top hung and side hung windows, egress emergency exit hinges and egress easyclean hinges. They are available in two stack heights – 13mm and 17mm – and a number of lengths, including 8”, 10”, 12”, 16”, 20” and 24”.

Steve Williams, Kenrick’s sales and marketing director, says: “As one of the industry’s longest established hardware suppliers, we place product quality, versatility, longevity and competitive pricing very high on our agenda. The addition of this new collection of friction stays into our range means that customers can easily satisfy

all their hardware needs with top performing products that are built to last.”

The friction stays have been tested to the performance requirements of BS 6375-1:2009 (parts 1 and 2) and have been neutral salt spray tested to 240 hours to meet BS7412:2007. They have also been cycle tested to 100,000 cycles of opening and closing.

Kenrick is a leading supplier of hardware solutions for PVCu, aluminium and timber window and door systems. The company has a proud heritage spanning more than 200 years, having been established by Archibald Kenrick who manufactured buckles and livery fittings. Kenrick’s range of top quality products includes the market leading Excalibur multi-point locking system, the four-point Centurion system and the Easifit and Espagnolette locking systems. www.kenricks.co.uk

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PRODUCT NEWS

Yale Door And Window Solutions Unveils Lockmaster

AutoEngage Solution

Yale has launched a new automatic locking solution, suitable for both contemporary and heritage door styles.

The Lockmaster AutoEngage is a multi-point system that combines security and versatility. The all-new automatic lock mechanism engages as soon as the door is closed, making it ideal for the growing trend in non-lever operation door styles.

Available for both composite and timber doors, the AutoEngage is designed and built to Yale’s exacting standards.

The system is also designed to offer class-leading installation tolerance, aiding easy fitting.

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Thanks to a unique gearbox design, the system can be used with either key retract or lever operation furniture, making it suitable for a wide range of applications. Additionally, the Lockmaster AutoEngage is extremely easy to use, meaning it is ideal for residents with limited dexterity.

Paul Atkinson, Sales and Commercial Director for Yale Door and Window Solutions comments: “We’re pleased to launch the Yale Lockmaster AutoEngage, which offers a combination of performance and simplicity seldom seen in domestic locks.

“the AutoEngage is available to suit contemporary and herit-

age door styles, and its automatic locking system makes it the ideal solution for the current trend towards non-lever door styles.”

A range of complementary Elite Stainless Steel door furniture is available and comes with a 25-year surface finish guarantee.

The Lockmaster AutoEngage is made in the UK and comes with Yale’s 10 Year Mechanical Guarantee.

For further information on the Yale Lockmaster AutoEngage or the rest of the Yale Door and Window Solutions range, please visit www.yaledoorandwindowsolutions.co.uk

PRODUCT NEWS

Letter Plate Achieves

‘Best In Class’ Results Test Element

Classification

Test method

Result

Class

Air Permeability

BS EN 12207:2000

BS EN 1026:2000

600 Pa

4

Water Tightness

BS EN 12208:2000

BS EN 1027:2000

600 Pa

A9

Wind Resistance

BS EN 12210:2001

BS EN 12211:2000

3000 Pa

5

Specialist 316 Marine Grade hardware manufacturer blu has launched its new LP400 Stainless Steel letter plate following best in class results against the new BS EN Air Permeability, Water Tightness and Wind Resistance tests.

Claimed to be the only back-toback sleeved letter plate on the market with an integrated brush and gasket weather seal system, the new LP400 achieved the highest possible results when undergoing the BS EN test against extreme air, wind and water:

What Do the Test Results Mean?

Air Permeability Test – BS EN 12207:2000 – measures the volume of air that passes through the letter plate at different pressures.

Class 4 is the highest class and was successfully achieved by the LP400.

Water Tightness Test – BS EN 12208:2000 – in this test, water is forced at the letter plate through water nozzles, to represent driving rain, at differing pressures for lengthening periods of time. The

highest designated class is A9, which indicates the letter plate withstood 600 Pa of water pressure for 55 minutes without compromise.

Wind Resistance Test – BS EN 12210:2001 – this tests at which point draughts can get through the letter plate. Class 5 is the highest classification which is achieved after withstanding 2000 Pa. The LP400 achieved 3000 Pa, which is equivalent to a wind speed of approx. 152mph! Anything above a wind speed of 74mph is classed as a hurricane so the LP400 is well able to withstand anything the British weather can throw at it.

Delivering classic styling with a contemporary twist, the new LP400 is available in a number of finishes manufactured from corrosion-resistant 316 Marine Grade Stainless Steel, which is also Part Q compliant.

To find out more about the LP400 Letter plate visit https://blu-performance.com/product/letter-plate/.

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PRODUCT NEWS

Tradesmith Expands Its Range With ‘Wow Factor’ Spitfire Doors

As part of a continuing push to expand its choice of specialist doors, Tradesmith has added the full range of Spitfire doors. Based in Hailsham, the fast-growing trade fabricator enables customers to serve the increasing demand for exclusive, beautifully-engineered, residential designer entrance doors.

aluminium and timber-fusion that create an unforgettable first impression. Technical specification options include a digital peephole, plus reliable and totally secure fingerprint and codepad entry options. All Spitfire doors feature German-engineered precision locking systems, as standard, to PAS24.

“We have a lot of homeowners in the South East whose homes have increased greatly in value over the last 20 years,” says Tradesmith MD Mark Hutchinson, “and installers are looking to offer them the high-end, high-quality, in-demand products and brands that add more value to their homes. They’ll love Spitfire Doors! The range includes

This year we’ve added some brilliant brands, including Deceuninck, Residence Collection, Solidor and Masterframe to our core VEKA Halo and Warmcore offer,” continues Mark. “Customers can get technical and project advice and see all of these brands, including the new Spitfire doors, in our recently completed two-storey Conservatory

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and Heritage showrooms, and our dedicated door showroom at our factory in Hailsham. We’ve been told that together they make the best trade showroom for installers, developers and architects in the whole of the South East. Customers use the showrooms to help them sell.”

“I have known Mark and his team at Tradesmith for many years,” says Spitfire Doors’ Chairman David Richards, “and recognise their commitment to provide customers with market leading brands and great service. Spitfire Doors are a natural fit for Tradesmith as they look to supply high-end consumers.” www.tradesmith.co.uk

PRODUCT NEWS when condensation is a problem on metal frame buildings.

Effective Wet Weather Bonding With ISO-TOP FLEX-ADHESIVE XP Rapid and effective bonding of window foils in wet weather site conditions is provided by ISO Chemie’s ISO-TOP FLEX-ADHESIVE XP high performance adhesive.

Capable of bonding to wet surfaces and even under water, ISO-TOP FLEX-ADHESIVE XP can be used to securely fix in position a variety of ISO Chemie’s window sealing foils including the ISO CONNECT

VARIO SD, XD and INSIDE FD, as well as the more traditional range of EPDM products.

This enables window and facade installers to secure the foils in place even if the receiving walls are wet. This provides beneficial time and cost savings during the installation process as there is no need to wait for walls to dry out after a rain shower or in the winter,

Nxt-Gen Doors Now Available

From Framexpress Framexpress has added the full range of Nxt-Gen Composite Doors to its range. The addition gives installers even more design options and performance benefits to offer to homeowners.

Stuart Green, Director at Framexpress says: “Nxt-Gen Composite Doors have been designed to not only offer great-looking, great-performing composite doors for homeowners, but also to reduce waste and improve manufacturing efficiency. This means fewer offcuts and a quicker manufacturing process in the factory, so installers can get composite doors even faster.

“In terms of design, Nxt-Gen takes it back to basics. The doors have a classic, real wood finish and look

incredible. We understand that the majority of homeowners aren’t interested in choosing a bright pink or electric blue door. They want an entrance door that does what it

Applied by hand using a sealant gun, ISO-TOP FLEX-ADHESIVE XP is a cost effective, soft elastic solvent-free polymer solution that dries upon application forming a skin within 10 minutes. It provides an airtight connection between the foil and concrete, brick, stone, plaster and anodised aluminium walls.

Product is supplied in a 600ml soft tube, which can cover approximately 10 metres, and is suitable for temperature ranges of -40°C to +90°C. ISO-Chemie is one of Europe’s main producers of impregnated foam sealants, specialising in the manufacturer of foam products from polyethylene (EPE), polypropylene (EPP) and polyurethane (PUR) using the latest production techniques. More at www.iso-chemie.co.uk says on the tin – great design, lots of glass options and a high-quality finish.”

There are 6 different doors styles available in the Nxt-Gen collection, to suit both traditional and modern properties. Doors come in the 6 most popular colour choices: Black, White, Blue, Green, Red, Distinction Chartwell and Distinction Anthracite. The flush-fitting glazing system is available in a full range of designs for homeowners to personalise their entrance door with.

Nxt-Gen doors have the high-insulation you would expect from a Distinction Doors foam core. They are also fitted with multi-point locking systems and high-security cylinders for top-notch security.

Plus, there’s the extra option to upgrade Nxt-Gen composite doors to Secured by Design specification. www.framexpress.co.uk WINDOW NEWS JANUARY 2019 41

PRODUCT NEWS

New For 2019: Astraseal Launches Range Of Contemporary Composite Doors Trade and commercial fabricator Astraseal has once again strengthened its comprehensive door range with the launch of Infinity, their brand-new collection of contemporary composite doors.

the popular long-pull handles and key wind-up locking to match. As to be expected from Astraseal, Infinity doesn’t compromise on performance with excellent thermal efficiency, security and weatherproofing.

Combining five on-trend, solid and glazed door styles, the new Infinity door collection provides installers with a high-performance solution to suit any consumer demand. In addition to an authentic woodgrain finish, the contemporary collection offers linear and diagonal etched detailing, along with an array of glass options.

“We are absolutely delighted to kick-off the New Year with the launch of our eye-catching Infinity door collection,” comments Colin Stanley, Operations Director at Astraseal. “It’s no secret that composite doors are one of the most popular products on the market today.

They continue to lead the way thanks to their desirability, matching incredible performance with unrivalled levels of customisation.

Each door is available in any RAL colour with dual-colour options also available. To finish off Infinity, homeowners can choose from a full range of luxury hardware options including 42 WINDOW NEWS JANUARY 2019

“We launched Infinity to make sure our trade partners are in the best possible position to

answer this demand. Now they have a full range of premium, contemporary composite doors which can be customised in a whole multitude of ways. We are really proud of the Infinity collection and we are confident that our trade partners and their customers will love the range as much as we do.”

The new Infinity collection is designed to partner with Tilbrook, Astraseal’s latest heritage-style composite door.

Launched last year, Tilbrook delivers the traditional aesthetics of timber without compromising on modern-day performance. Much like Infinity, Tilbrook is manufactured using a hard-wearing GRP skin and features an extensive range of design options. www.astrasealdownloads.com

PRODUCT NEWS

New Traditional And Contemporary Composite Doors Range From Frame Fast Trade fabricator Frame Fast UK has expanded its composite door collection to feature an exclusive range of traditional and contemporary styles, offering more choice to their customers.

to match the door designs.

Nigel adds: “Our composite doors take great designs, performance and security to the next level, making them the entrance doors of choice for many homeowners.”

The new composite door collection is designed to offer a full suite of entrance doors that will suit any property.

“With 21 years’ experience manufacturing windows and doors in the Midlands, we understand what our customers are looking for,” says Nigel Leivers, Director at Frame Fast. “That’s why we have created an exclusive range of composite doors that not only offer more styles and colour options but has great quality and high performance benefits.”

Frame Fast’s new composite door collection features a choice of 30 unique traditional and contemporary door styles, including realistic woodgrain finishes. Customers can choose from more than 30 popular colour options, along with a choice of glazing and hardware

Deceuninck Adds New Flush

Door To Heritage Collection Building on the success of its award-winning Heritage Flush Window, Deceuninck has launched an equally stunning new Flush Door to its Heritage Collection. The Flush Door has the only dedicated openout flush door sash on the market, perfectly complementing the Heritage Flush Sash, says Deceuninck.

The new Flush Door combines beautiful style with outstanding performance. It has been designed to replicate traditional timber and aluminium and comes in 26 colourways from stock. Deceuninck’s latest product is also #BestInClass for weather performance and energy efficiency, claim the company, with Class 4 600 Pa Air Permeability, Class E1050 Pa Water Tightness (full frame) and Class A3 1200 Pa Wind Resistance. The doorset

achieves an ‘A’ energy rating with U-Values as low as 1.0 W/m2K with triple glazing and 1.3 W/m2K with double glazing. The Flush Door also comes with dedicated PAS24-approved hardware and is Part M compliant for easy access.

From a fabricator’s perspective the Flush Door is said to be a

The complete collection is manufactured from a rigid polymer subframe, a thermally-insulated high density core and a high impact Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP) skin that creates a warm and secure entrance door, designed to last says the company.

Every composite door is manufactured at Frame Fast’s state of the art factory, so customers always get a quality product that’s delivered fast, ready to fit, says the company. www.framefastuk.com welcomed addition. It uses the same platform as Deceuninck’s Heritage 2800 system and comes with dedicated assembly jigs and pre-formed sash corner gaskets for ease of fabrication. The Flush Door also has dedicated reinforcement to prevent the need for glass bonding, while dedicated sash and frame-positioning blocks improve performance and make it easier to transport.

Deceuninck Managing Director Rob McGlennon says: “Following the astounding success of our Heritage Flush Window we’ve added another product to the Flush family. Our new Flush Door looks fantastic and is #BestInClass for performance. We’ve designed the door to look and perform the very best, which was made possible thanks to the bespoke PAS24 hardware.

Find out more by calling visiting www.deceuninck.com Follow @DeceuninckUK. WINDOW NEWS JANUARY 2019 43

PRODUCT NEWS

Solidor Introduces Exclusive Jo Downs

Glass Range

Solidor have introduced a new range of handmade glass to their already stunning range. Designed and manufactured exclusively for Solidor by Jo Downs – the internationally recognised fused glass designer – this is a genuine first in the door industry.

Based in Cornwall, Jo’s work draws inspiration from the beautiful coastal landscape, while her advanced fusion techniques allow for the creation of abstract designs of great individuality and depth as can be seen on these new exclusive tiles.

Gareth Busson, head of sales and marketing at Solidor ex-

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plained the idea behind the new range. ‘Each Solidor is unique and handcrafted and so we wanted to develop a range of glass designs that mirrored that ethos. By integrating Jo’s vision into our doors we have taken Solidor on to another level. In effect, the door now becomes a frame into which is hung a unique work of art.’

This range of handmade square and round tiles will be made available to create a bespoke glass design in the Beeston, Flint 4, Ludlow 2 and Stirling Solidor composite doors. These options will also be added to the interactive Door Designer and

on Solidor Cloud 2.0 for online ordering.

Jo Downs was keen to highlight the partnership and commented: ‘Bespoke interior glass design has always been my passion, so the opportunity to work with a market leader and strong design brand like Solidor really appealed to me. I’m looking forward to seeing clients enhance their home entrances with beautiful designs that I have created exclusively for them.’

Gareth Busson concluded: ‘This is the first time that any door company has ever launched a glass range with an internationally recognised designer and it’s been a pleasure working with Jo. This fully reflects our commitment to offering the most design led entrance doors in the sector, while our trade partners will benefit from a genuine point of product differentiation.’ www.solidor.co.uk

PRODUCT NEWS

Pilkington Recruits New Dealers To Supply Ultra-Thin

Energy-Efficiency Boosting Units

uum insulated unit that has the thickness of single glazing but the insulating performance of double glazing, having a Ug-value of 1.1W/ (m2.K). Standard Pilkington Spacia™ STII has an overall thickness of 6.2mm, which is roughly a quarter of the thickness of standard double-glazing units.

The new distributors are Energlaze, Gowecroft Joinery, Grosvenor Restoration and Wm. Mallen Joinery. The firms each have extensive experience in installing the product and are each supported by the manufacturer’s own team.

Tony Smith, business development manager at Pilkington United Kingdom Limited, said: “Maintaining and refurbishing older, traditional buildings has to be done with a great deal of sensitivity, especially when it comes to the glazing, which often defines the aesthetics of a building more than any other element.

“Of course, upgrading the performance of the windows is also one of the most important steps in improving the energy efficiency and acoustics of a property, so it’s often high on the wish list for those looking after older buildings.

St Gerards School, Ireland: Photo courtesy of Energlaze

Pilkington United Kingdom Limited, part of the NSG Group, has signed up four new dealers to supply Pilkington Spacia™ to customers across the UK. Pilkington Spacia™ is a vac-

Photo courtesy of AWOL.TV

“These carefully selected distributors of Pilkington Spacia™ are all specialists in glazing for conservation buildings, and they are also directly supported with advice and guidance from us.

The product and service offering we’ve created through these collaborations will help make boosting the performance of glazing in older buildings as effortless as it can be.” www.pilkington.com WINDOW NEWS JANUARY 2019 45

PRODUCT NEWS

Window Ware Adds Aluminium Louvres From

Specialists RW Simon Demonstrating their commitment to offering fabricators everything they need, award-winning hardware distributors Window Ware has strengthened their aluminium range with the launch of Duco louvre vents from air management specialists RW Simon.

Designed for a wide variety of non-domestic applications, the Duco louvre range delivers intensive ventilation with unique stackable ‘Z’ shaped blades that guarantee strength, durability and dependable burglar resistance.

Available with a wide array of blade and frame options, the new range is equally at home as part of a window system or as a stand-alone louvre.

It’s one of many new aluminium

lines added this year by Richard Fraser, Window Ware’s new Business Development Manager for aluminium products. Using his three decades of industry experience, Richard has been hard at work supporting aluminium fabricators and speaking with systems houses and manufacturers to explore new product opportunities.

New Contemporary Colour Collection

From BetweenGlassBlinds™

“We are absolutely delighted to announce the launch of the Duco Louvre range, extending our aluminium offering and strengthening our longstanding partnership with RW Simon,” comments Richard.

“As more fabricators and installers explore the buoyant aluminium market, we want to ensure we are supporting our valued customers in the best possible way. Adding fantastic new products is just one way we can achieve this.”

“Aluminium will undoubtedly be a massive growth area for businesses in 2019 and beyond. We’ve been proactively building what we would argue is the most comprehensive aluminium offering on the market – one which can be ordered in seven different ways and delivered the very next day alongside our uPVC hardware, tools and consumables.” www.windowware.co.uk The system also allows for a greater viewing as the blinds are incredibly compact when raised, providing a clean and neat appearance.

The new BetweenGlassBlinds™ system incorporates all the benefits of the rest of the range, offering a versatile, stylish and maintenance free product.

Mark Nash, Director at BGB says: “Our new collection of blinds has all the great performance qualities of the rest of our blinds, but the colour-matched magnets offer a superb finish suitable for public and commercial buildings, as well as domestic properties.”

BetweenGlassBlinds™ has extended its range of integrated blind systems and shading solutions with the launch of its new manual magnetic system, giving more options to end users.

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ics, with the border and magnets matching the colour of the blind.

Available in a range of 10 popular colours, lift and tilt magnets are equipped with guide rails and stoppers to ensure they only move the required distance, providing smooth, user-friendly operation.

BetweenGlassBlinds™ is exhibiting its full range of integrated blind systems and shading solutions, including the new colour collection, at FIT Show 2019. Visitors can find them on Stand P1, next to the entrance to Hall 6. www.betweenglassblinds.co.uk

PRODUCT NEWS

Toughened glass specialist, TuffX, has expanded its rooflight range, with the addition of a new aluminium framed walk-on version that offers homeowners a stylish and innovative solution to dark basements or roof terrace areas by allowing natural light to flow into the rooms below.

Developed in-house by TuffX, a market leader in specialist safety glass, the walk-on rooflight features toughened, laminated glass, a thermally broken powder coated aluminium frame with a sleek, black decorative border and can be supplied as a complete finished unit, ready to be dropped into place and secured.

Manufactured in 6mm double glazed glass, the TuffX walk-on rooflight is suitable for both internal and external installations and features warm edge spacer bar and Argon filled units that com-

TuffX Expands Rooflight

Range With Walk-On Offering bine to offer ‘U’ values as low as 1.2 w/m2. The product is supplied fully glazed and is available in

clear, privacy and anti-slip glass. www.tuffxglass.co.uk

LEKA roofs Are ‘The Way Of The Future’ the fact there are fewer elements to install than on a typical solid conservatory roof. It means on site installation typically takes just two to three days (up to and including 4000 x 4000 metre roof), including removing the old conservatory roof.

Commenting on the LEKA Warm Roof and the LEKA Orangery Roof and what the products have to offer, managing director of Turner Windows of Somerton Ltd., Craig Turner, says: “They’re the way of the future.”

Craig highlights the innovative GRP construction of the roofing products. “It means they’re lightweight,

there’s no aluminium so there’s no sweating and there’s no timber so there’s no movement due to drying out. It’s everything you want.

“As long as you’ve done the training, everything goes together well and quickly – it’s all very fitter-friendly.”

The ease of fitting is thanks to

Craig has been impressed with the customer service offered by LEKA too, which is particularly important for him because his company has a reputation for customer service excellence. (It has been a Finalist in the Independent Network customer satisfaction survey three years on the bounce.) “It’s a good company to work with,” he says, and “The response and the delivery times are more than acceptable.”

Turner Windows is a family-owned company based in Somerton, Somerset, with over 30 years’ experience in the industry. www.lekasystems.co.uk WINDOW NEWS JANUARY 2019 47

MACHINERY finish on a foil”, continued Atul, “it generates a sales platform at point of retail, allowing our customers to up-sell Modus against R9, on the strength of the seamless weld.”

Unique Underpins Growth With Second Graf SL4FF

Seamless Welder

Unique Window Systems has continued investment in its stateof-the-art manufacturing facility with the purchase of a second Graf SL4FF. Fabricating more than 2,000 windows per week, the Leicester-based trade and commercial fabricator has seen exponential growth.

Having invested in a cutting-edge Graf Synergy SL4FF seamless corner welder from the Promac Group at the end of 2017, Unique has placed an order for the SL4FF-Evo, further increasing its capacity.

Atul Patel, Joint Managing Director of Unique Window Systems, said machinery investment formed a key element of the company’s growth strategy; delivering efficiencies and volume, whilst guaranteeing product quality.

He said: “Our growth has been underpinned by our commitment to product quality and service. You can’t deliver that at volume without investment in machinery.

“The outputs – but most importantly – the quality of product that we have been able to deliver through the SL4FF, have been critical to our growth. We have volume, but we have exceptional quality.

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“Forecast demand for premium products, particularly foils, but also WarmCore, have driven our decision to expand that capacity still further as part of our long-term strategy.”

According to Palmer, PVC-U sales were up by 8% at the last count, driven by a significant leap in sales of foiled products. This, the Palmer report suggests, was most clearly illustrated in the window market, where a 1.2% increase in overall volumes to 6.82m frames, was outstripped by the increase in installed value of 5.5% to £2.38bn.

This was driven by demand for foils including both woodgrains and solid colours – up 45% since 2013.

The SL4FF and updated SL4FFEvo both employ an on-board control system and CAD Scan software, which maps the profile chamber configuration directly from a standard photocopier scanner. This allows the operator to work with actual dimensions rather than profile related drawings, bringing a new level of accuracy and finish perfection.

According to Promac, the SL4FF not only delivers a better-quality product but can also deliver a twofold increase in productivity compared to other traditional manufacturing processes. This is in part because the SL4FF eliminates any requirement for cooling tables and corner cleaning, also giving it a space-saving footprint of just 25 sq metres.

The machinery platform is self-contained with installed extraction and automatic heater plate cleaning, reducing downtime for any manual intervention. For maintenance and service, the SL4 FF is also equipped with on board self-diagnostic software and can be accessed via remote support.

Supplied exclusively in the UK by the Promac Group, having precleaned to exacting tolerances, the SL4FF zip welds the corner joint whilst controlling the flow of sprue, delivering a seamless but incredibly strong corner joint.

Joe Hague, Managing Director, Promac Group said: “The SL4FF has delivered a step change in manufacture. As one of the most innovative platforms to be launched in the UK in a decade or more, it delivers exceptional precision in manufacture over and over again, giving you volume and outstanding quality.

In addition to WarmCore, Unique’s other premium offering is Eurocell’s Modus flush casement system.

Unique employs its existing Graf to support its customers in pitching this high-end offer against other top end systems, including R9.

“The SL4FF-Evo has been refined again, accommodating even greater tolerances to bring even more precision to manufacture. Unique’s decision to invest in a second platform is testimony to the quality and efficiencies that it delivers.”

“You’re getting an exceptional

www.promac.co.uk

MACHINERY

New Machines From Haffner Murat Help Support Bison Frames Plans For Growth Haffner Murat has just installed two pieces of fabrication machinery for leading trade fabricator Bison Frames Ltd, home to the Genesis Collection. Mark Tetley, Director of Bison Frames, said: “Our latest machinery investment allows us to continue to deliver our feature-rich quality products that our customers have come to expect from Bison Frames. The machines will also help us to maintain product excellence as demand for our Genesis Collection continues to grow.”

Bison Frames have invested in a SC220/70 machining centre and an FC 526 two head end miller from Haffner Murat. Mark commented: “Haffner Murat have a great range of fabrication machines that offer high quality engineering. With our latest machinery requirements, we needed a bespoke solution which included an angled saw blade for the manufacture of our vertical sliding windows along with a screwdriving unit and special arrowhead cutting facility. The team from Haffner Murat delivered on all our

The FC 526 two head end miller allows milling of two transoms in one single operation, improving output times and quality. The machine has an automatic feed facility with an automatic release of the moveable heads after milling and repositions at the same length for the second transom.

L/R Dave Thomas Haffner Murat, Gavin Turner Bison

requirements.”

The SC220/70 machining centre takes automation to the next level and allows for variable angle cutting of the Vertical Slider profile.

Automatic screwdriver units for reinforcing prior to cutting, arrow head and reverse butt cutting facility, 210mm cill cutting and Servo driven out feed gripper for improved speed and accuracy are just some of the key features of this specialist machine.

Dave Thomas, Managing Director at Haffner Murat, concludes: “Bison Frames are a company that continue to expand and as such, needed the right machinery to support their contued growth. We were delighted to work with the team at Bison Frames to ensure our machines met their manufacturing needs, which included some modifications to cater for their bespoke requirements. Thanks to the strength of our technical engineering team, bespoke machine modifications is something we can offer to clients and we are delighted to have been able to provided Bison Frames with the machine solutions they required.” www.haffnermurat.com

Haffner Murat’s Team Expands

Haffner Murat Ltd has announced it will have three new members of staff joining the company in early 2019. Dave Thomas, Managing Director of Haffner Murat, commented: “I’m delighted to be expanding the team to meet growing demand.

It shows the importance of our machinery range to the window fabrication industry.”

The appointments are for a regional manager and two engineers. It means Haffner Murat will enter 2019 with four salesmen, six engineers, two apprentice engineers, a service manager and a customer service administrator. Dave said: “Auto-

impeccable service standards to our maintenance contract customers. It gives people the peace of mind they need.”

Dave Thomas, Managing Director of Haffner Murat

The new appointments mark the start of a big year for Haffner Murat. By June 2019, the company will have doubled the size of its Staffordshire headquarters to improve efficiency and offer a quicker turnaround to its growing customer base.

mation is a critical part of many fabrication businesses these days. Our team is big enough to be able to respond rapidly to new enquiries and deliver

The company is also extending its machinery ranges. Haffner Murat is continuing to set the benchmark for the value automation is able to deliver. www.haffnermurat.com WINDOW NEWS JANUARY 2019 49

ON SITE

Spectus windows help transform iconic hotel

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Specialist Spectus fabricator Mercury Glazing has manufactured and supplied 204 windows for the sympathetic landmark refurbishment of Cliff House, an iconic former hotel in Felixstowe, into 24 one and two-bedroom luxury

ON SITE

Paul Whyman of Dragon Wood Homes said: “The age of the building and differing window styles meant we needed to work with a fabrication partner who could deliver bespoke energy-efficient windows that also achieved the right balance from a conservation point of view.

Mercury Glazing are an established specialist fabricator and their products, combined with the cutting-edge technology delivered

by Spectus, more than met these exacting standards. The quality of the products is superb and we are delighted with the overall high quality result.” seaside apartments.

Working with main contractor and developer Dragon Wood Homes, the twelve-month project involved Mercury undertaking the manufacture and supply of 204 bespoke windows, which included a mixture of arched top vertical sliders, bowed vertical sliders, circular windows and standard vertical sliders. The windows were manufactured from Spectus’ ver-

tical sliding and Elite 70 window systems and were produced in white woodgrain foil finish on both sides.

Originally constructed in 1906 as a prestigious 100 room cliffside hotel, Cliff House sits in a conservation area. It meant the restoration needed to be as sympathetic as possible and maintain its original features, including its sash windows.

Carmen Velilla, Brand Manager at Spectus, said: “The Spectus Vertical Slider is renowned in the industry for its ability to combine outstanding heritage aesthetics with modern day thermal efficiency and security. In Cliff House we can see this on a grand scale. We were delighted to work alongside Mercury and Dragon Wood Homes to give this beautiful building a new lease of life.” www.spectus.co.uk WINDOW NEWS JANUARY 2019 51

ON SITE The windows have a sash that is neatly positioned inside the frame of the window to create an elegant and sleek ‘flush’ appearance that delivers the appearance of aluminium, especially when complemented with a RAL 7016 smooth foil finish on white.

The window has a maximum opening size of 1450 x 2300mm and offers exceptional performance because it has an air permeability value of 600Pa, a water tightness value of 600Pa and a wind resistance value of 2400Pa. The window is Secured

by Design accredited and meets PAS24:2016 standards for security.

Other key elements in the specification of the windows for Agard Court were the use of acoustic glazing on road elevations and the use of clear solar control glazing on south facing elevations.

The combination of a busy city centre site and the Structural Steel Framing System (SFS) construction of the build were complex, but Kingfisher proved more than able to cope. The company’s team is experienced in working closely with other on-site teams to ensure installation runs smoothly and on schedule. As a result, installation was completed on time and on budget.

Profile 22’s Flush Tilt And Turn Windows Used In New

University Of Derby Student Accommodation

Profile 22’s Flush Tilt and Turn windows have been used in the construction of flats for 244 students at the University of Derby.

The design, manufacture and installation of the windows on the project was undertaken by Profile 22 Approved Window Contractor 52 WINDOW NEWS JANUARY 2019

Kingfisher Windows.

Given the nature of student accommodation, and the building’s aesthetics, the Flush Tilt and Turn Window from Profile 22 was the best choice for optimum ventilation and maximisation of space.

Jonny Reynolds, Technical Director at Kingfisher Windows said: “It’s a fantastic building.” It was the first time Kingfisher had worked with the main contractor Clegg Construction on a contract, but Jonny says the quality of the relationship and the Profile 22 product has already led to further contracts being agreed with the contractor. It’s a clear indication of what Profile 22’s products and the Approved Windows Contractor scheme has to offer.”

Profile 22 is an Epwin Windows Systems brand. www.profile22.co.uk

Cutting Edge

Glazing Gives Italian 5-Star Hotel Stylish Edge

ON SITE handles could be fixed directly to the glass, allowing a frameless minimalist look.

The mirrors above the sink are also created using the same material allowing seamless integration with the other glazed elements. Again, the glass was toughened throughout to prevent breakages and protect the safety of the hotel’s users.

Pilkington Mirropane™ Chrome Plus also boasts a corrosion-resistant coating, making it ideal for use in a bathroom by helping to prevent the mirror being damaged by frequent exposure to humidity.

In hotel design, building aesthetics play a big role in creating luxurious accommodation for guests.

That was the challenge facing the designers of a major refurbishment to the glamourous Park Hotel Imperial, located in Limone on the shore of Lake Garda, Italy.

The hotel features glass elements extensively, inside and out, and the designer of the re-model chose to use two Pilkington products extensively in the project – Pilkington Optiwhite™ low-iron, extra clear glass and Pilkington Mirropane™ Chrome Plus toughenable mirror.

The hotel makes use of glass in the balustrades on the balconies, making up a significant portion of the building’s envelope, as well as in many rooms to screen the bathroom from the main living quarters.

Much of the glass is used as frameless, laminated panes. When the edges of a thick piece of glass are visible, the colour of the glass becomes especially pronounced, and the natural green tint of standard float glass becomes noticeable.

By using Pilkington Optiwhite™, the features instead have an almost colourless appearance, lending a cleaner and more contemporary feel to the design.

Externally, the balcony glazing is screen printed with a white fade, lending a key design element as well as delivering the right combination of stunning views and privacy for residents. The low-iron glass ensured the white colour of the paint applied to the glass shines out to maximum effect.

Ulisse Bonesi, manager at glazing specifier Vetraria Bergamasca Tecnovetro, said: “We chose Pilkington Mirropane™ Chrome Plus because the requirement was for large mirrors that rely on maintenance-free coating rather than reflective backing that can deteriorate over time. The client also required a simple, light, frameless, opaque glass door. This product fully meets both expectations.”

Leo Pyrah, product manager at Pilkington UK, said: “The hotel is a superb showcase for these two products, really demonstrating how high-quality glazing combined with tasteful design can help lend a sense of luxury to a building.

Elsewhere in the design, Pilkington Mirropane™ Chrome Plus, a toughenable mirror product, was used to integrate mirrored elements. In many suites the product was etched with leaf and branch motifs and mounted as wall art, backed by a white panel that shows through to create a striking white-on-mirror effect.

“The view over the lake is arguably the hotel’s most notable feature, and our low-iron extra clear glass will make sure it can be enjoyed in all its glory by guests with absolutely minimal distortion or discoloration.”

In the bathrooms, mirrored shower doors offer privacy to guests while also serving as a full-length mirror.

Client: Park Hotel Imperial

Because the product can be toughened, significantly increasing its strength, the metal hinges and

Glass processor company and installer: Vetraria Bergamasca Tecnovetro s.r.l

Project: Park Hotel Imperial, Limone del Garda, Italy

Architect: ArtekStudio Ing

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ON SITE

Total Glass

Delivers Technical Glazed Façade For

Menai Science Park Building Fenestration specialist Total Glass supplied and installed the technically-advanced Sapa aluminium glazing façade at the impressive Menai Science Park (M-Sparc) building – Wales’ first dedicated science park on Anglesey.

Officially opened in May 2018 and operated by Bangor University, the £20 million science park Menai Science Park (M-SParc) brings together businesses from the ICT, science and research sectors and is set up to provide expertise and support to local enterprise.

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rooms and a café. Its unique front elevation is characterised by a continuous flowing ‘ribbon’ cladding system that forms the floor, wall and roof surfaces, wrapping around the glazed façade.

Working closely with FaulknerBrowns Architects and main contractor Willmott Dixon, the Total Glass team was involved at

an early stage due to the complexity of the structure’s curved design.

Total Glass installed a total of 1,650 m² of Sapa Elegance 52 curtain walling and roof glazing in the building. Spanning 74 metres by 11 metres, the front elevation makes the most of far-reaching scenic views over Snowdonia. All the façade systems were finished in a grey RAL 7031 marine powder-coat finish with two glass solar control specifications used to deliver the external reflective effect.

The project presented some technical challenges, as Chris Valentine, Technical Manager at Total Glass explains: “As the façade forms the building’s main waterproof line, it was crucial to get the interfacing detailing right between the curves of the cladding and the curtain walling, especially regarding drainage.

This required the aluminium curtain walling to be curved to follow the flowing shape of the cladding.”

ON SITE Another challenging design feature was the 6-metre-long glazed walkway that connects the two-storey entrance area to the brick-built main building.

Here the curtain walling follows the contours across the double-pitched roof at an angle.

Chris continues: “Accommodating the difficult compound angles required a lot of calculations and modelling to achieve the architectural vision.”

Total Glass also fabricated and installed three types of doors throughout the building, including Sapa’s high-performance Stormframe ST II Aluminium Door system for access to an enclosed central courtyard.

These were specified at 2.8m high to allow access for mobile work platforms for window cleaning purposes.

Proving access from the cafeteria to the courtyard is a thermally-insulated aluminium sliding door using Sapa’s C125 Aluminium Sliding Door system. Balcony doors above ground floor level use the Sapa Dualframe 75 HP Aluminium Hinged Door.

Total Glass installed a total of 132 Sapa DF 75 Si casement windows, some within the curtain wall façade and others overlooking the courtyard. The double-height internal glazing to the boardroom also features the Sapa Elegance 52 curtain wall, incorporating a high glass specification for extra privacy and improved acoustic performance.

Commenting on their fivemonth-long involvement with the project, Total Glass Operations Manager (Aluminium) Andy Sheil says: “Despite some difficult weather conditions, installation of the curtain walling, windows and entrance doors was completed successfully and on time.

The whole team is proud to have played an integral part of this prestigious scheme.” www.totalglass.com

R9 Just The Job For

Wiltshire Home

Wiltshire-based SJ Window Installations has recently completed a domestic project using Residence 9 windows and French doors from the Glazerite UK Group Ltd. Specifying Clotted Cream on the exterior combined with a White Ash interior, the installation matched an existing R9 window fitted in a previous extension on the property, which is situated in the Wiltshire village of Little Somerford.

A total of nine windows and a pair of French doors were installed over five days by Simon Jordan, owner of SJ Window Installations, who was carrying out his first ever Residence Collection project.

He says: “This was the first time I’ve installed Residence 9 though I’ve used the Halo FlushSash in a number of properties of late. Both are great systems and alongside the R7 – which I also have access to via Glazerite – I have a number of flush sash solutions for customers, whatever their needs or budget.”

Simon adds: “The marketing done

by Residence Collection in support of both R9 and R7 is impressive, and this particular customer found me via the installer search

on their website, which is fantastic.

“By working with Glazerite, I also have access to their own technical and marketing support which has been invaluable for my business. I’m able to call on them at any time, whether that’s to double check measurements for a complex project or the design and build of my website.”

Giovanni Sangiovanni of Glazerite’s Southwest division says: “SJ Window Installations is a great example of an installer who is taking advantage of the marketing available from the Residence Collection. Having a profile on their online installer search facility results in great leads. Simon is passionate about quality and R9 is a premium product that has helped him to deliver a stunning installation.”

This year SJ Window Installations is celebrating 21 years in business. The installer works across the Wiltshire towns of Marlborough, Trowbridge and beyond, fitting a range of uPVC windows, doors and conservatories sourced from Glazerite. www.glazerite.co.uk WINDOW NEWS JANUARY 2019 55

ON SITE

Louvre System For Coventry Uni Student Accommodation IKON Aluminium Systems has supplied its IKL505 aluminium barrier louvre system for student accommodation at Coventry University. The IKL505 60mm elliptical blade barrier louvres were installed in 280 apertures across The Cycle Works, a purpose-built hall comprising single ensuite bedrooms and studio bedrooms, arranged in flats of 5-12 residents. The Raglan Street hall of residence was developed by Sir Robert McAlpine on behalf of the University.

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able environment for the students, good airflow would also be required. With this in mind, aluminium barrier louvres were specified. The IKL505 louvres were fitted by specialist installation company, Campbell Mason, in selected window and door apertures throughout the building.

The barrier louvre, effectively a grill designed to cover areas where fall from height could be an issue, negates the need for windows and doors to have restrictor systems fully engaged, all of the time. They help limit the risk of persons falling or items being thrown or accidently dropped out of the opening, from height, onto the area or people below. It is essentially, a safety barrier.

The IKL505 aluminium barrier louvre system installed at The Cycle Works is impact resistance tested to BS EN 13049:2003, achieving Class 5, and wind resistance tested to BS EN12211:2000 and BS EN 12210:2000, achieving Class 4. To complement the brick and render façade of the new build student accommodation, the barrier louvres were powder coated in Grey (RAL 7043).

Designed specifically for student accommodation, IKON Aluminium Systems’ offers a variety of barrier louvres, each independently tested and developed to comply with Building Regulation Part K (protection from falling, collision and impact).

The barrier louvres are an integral part of the correct functioning of the residence. Rob Talliss, Director of Estate Development at Coventry University said: “We were very pleased with the work undertaken and the product itself.”

Kingfisher Windows Kits Out Multi-Million

Pound Student Complex In Derby

ON SITE Kingfisher Windows, was completed on time and students from the University of Derby have now moved in.

Jonny Reynolds, Technical Director at Kingfisher Windows, said the Derby project was a resounding success and had led to the company securing another significant contract.

Jonny says: “The fixing system used meant that the pre-glazed windows could be fitted directly into the steel framing system, so the internal fit out could begin at the same time as the brick façade was being erected. This reduced the overall build time.”

The SFS system was constructed to include brackets designed to support the load of the windows.

The windows were installed with an EPDM seal around the perimeter of the frame, making the interior airtight and watertight.

The Agard Court development forms part of a reformation project in Derby that included the recreation of a street that vanished from the city more than 140 years ago.

“It was really interesting to watch the building take shape,” Jonny adds. “Within a 16-week time scale, we had manufactured, supplied and fitted all the glazing.

A £17m student flat development, with more than 200 bedrooms, is the latest project to be completed

by Kingfisher Windows.

Award winning Kingfisher Windows used an innovative installation method to fit Optima Flush tilt & turn PVCu windows to the nine-storey high Agard Court development in Derby.

The flush tilt & turn windows were chosen as a value engineered product to reduce costs but replicate aluminium, to maximise space and provide ample natural light for

the new student accommodation.

The frame finish was RAL 7016 smooth grey foil on white.

Specialist glazing was specified acoustically to minimise outside road noise and clear Sn70-37, mitigating solar gain whilst allowing high natural light levels.

Safety was paramount due to occupants and each window was fitted with cable restrictors to protect students from the risk of falls.

The large-scale commercial project, valued at £150,000 by

“During the building work, staff came across old tram tracks and cobbles that once made up the street. These were carefully removed and the original Short Street was authentically recreated by consulting old photographs of the area.

“We worked with developers to ensure that everything was delivered accurately and on time. With a project like this, we have to work closely with our client to ensure the part we play is perfect. It’s always rewarding to see the end product when it looks as fantastic as this.”

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MARKETING

Why ‘Ask For Ali’?

Homeowners Share Their Views!

Following on from the positive feedback received from its network of trade fabricators and installers, leading aluminium fenestration systems manufacturer Senior Architectural Systems’ latest case study video features a glowing testimonial for its Ali FOLD aluminium from two very happy domestic customers!

Ms Sexton and Mr Hillard from Leeds, West Yorkshire have joined the dozens of domestic customers up and down the country who have chosen to ‘ask for Ali’ and benefit from the practical and stylish addition of an Ali FOLD folding sliding aluminium door in their homes. As part of the couple’s 58 WINDOW NEWS JANUARY 2019

renovation of their kitchen and living space, they appointed Alphamet Aluminium to undertake the installation of the new aluminium folding doors and were delighted with both the service and the product.

The attractive appearance of the sleek aluminium doors was a major selling point, enhanced by the choice of colour finishes available via Senior’s in-house powder coating facility. The customers were also thrilled with the way the Ali FOLD doors has transformed their home, bathing the interior with light and providing uninterrupted views of their garden that can be enjoyed both day and night.

The practical advantages of the robust Ali FOLD aluminium door system were also praised by the couple who have been impressed by how easy it is to use and in particular, by the flexibility of opening one or multiple door leaves to provide the desired level of access. Ali FOLD’s exceptional thermal performance was highlighted as another important benefit, with the homeowners full of praise for how effective the doors are at retaining heat and contributing to a cosy interior.

With a life expectancy in excess of 40 years, Senior’s Ali FOLD aluminium doors have been designed to be easy to fabricate, install and maintain and are available as a folding sliding bi-fold style as well as both single and double doors.

Contact us via email info@sasmail.co.uk

MARKETING

Two Of Spectus’ Most Popular Brochures Get Fresh New Look Spectus Systems, an Epwin Window Systems brand, has just launched new versions of two of its most popular brochures. They are the end user-focused aftercare brochure, A Quick Guide to Looking After Your Windows, Doors and Conservatories, and the trade-focused Your Perfect PVC-U Partner. Carmen Velilla, Brand Manager at Spectus, said: “Both pieces of literature have a fresh new look in line with our latest branding and contain more information than ever before.

Together, they are a good combination for both fabricators and installers to have in stock.”

A Quick Guide to Looking After Your Windows, Doors and Conservatories is a 19 page brochure that gives end users top tips on looking after their PVC-U products. There is also is specific advice on maintaining casement windows, reversible windows, vertical slider windows, tilt & turn windows and patio and

tus support and the value the Epwin Group brings. Carmen commented: “Spectus has a compelling offering and our partner brochure demonstrates this perfectly. It’s the perfect piece of literature for fabricators to give to potential customers to showcase the Spectus credentials and the considerable benefits the brand can offer.”

French doors. Carmen commented: “Our aftercare brochure is so popular because it gives installers a professional edge and shows they are committed to helping homeowners look after their investment for years to come.”

Your Perfect PVC-U Partner showcases what Spectus has to offer. The 38 page brochure includes information on the comprehensive Spectus product portfolio, the strength of Spec-

Spectus is known for delivering the complete package. And as these two pieces of literature show, this includes practical, useful marketing support that adds value to both fabricators and installers.

A Quick Guide to Looking After Your Windows, Doors and Conservatories and Your Perfect PVC-U Partner are available in electronic and hard copy formats via the Spectus online marketing platform GoDesignOnline. www.spectus.co.uk

Haffner Murat’s Team Expands

Fenster Fabrications has boosted its support package, to help installers take the next step for their business with a unique range of sales literature.

pack features all the options that are available, from slimline Heritage glazing to bi-folding and sliding doors for domestic projects as well as commercial aluminium glazing options.

Showcasing the full range of Fenster Architectural aluminium products, the brochure features photography from some of the most impressive aluminium installations in the South West. It is available for installers to completely personalise with contact details and branding to use as their own.

work hard to create a service that makes life easier for installers and gives them the confidence to make aluminium a big part of their remit.

Brian Webb, Business Development Manager at Fenster Fabrications explains: “At Fenster we

“The trend for aluminium glazing is showing no signs of stopping and the marketing literature

“It’s all part of the Fenster commitment of delivering sensational products, crafted to perfection with great service and quality.”

Fenster Fabrications manufactures aluminium glazing from its headquarters in Devon and has a whole host of third-party accreditations including BSI, PAS 24 and Secured by Design accreditations.

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TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT

Popular Glass Training Programme Grows Due To High Demand Leading specialists in glass, Glass Technology Services Ltd, have extended their training programme and introduced new courses for 2019 due to increasing requests from clients throughout the glass supply chain. The diary for 2019 includes new introductory courses tailored to pharmaceuticals, foods and brand owners as well as technical courses aimed at technologists within the glass industry and those working in technical quality assurance and specification roles across the supply-chain.

ber 2019.

‘Glass appreciation – an introduction to glass’ – this popular one-day course introduces glass processes, products, properties and environmental considerations – enabling them to understand this fascinating material better and work with it more effectively. The accessible format and small group size makes this an ideal introduction for anyone working in glass or otherwise dealing with glass products or issues. Courses are scheduled for March and Septem-

The ‘PharmaGlass’ workshop first launched in 2018 and was highly rated by delegates across the pharmaceuticals supply chain.

This one-day workshop provides an introduction to glass as a primary pharmaceutical packaging – including how it is made and processed, tubular and moulded glassware, quality control and common defects and failures. Delegates will learn about key regulatory and quality assurance issues such as glass durability, delamina-

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‘An introduction to glass packaging’ is a one-day introductory course tailored to those working in packaging roles across the food, drinks, retail and brand sectors.

The course provides an introduction to the glass manufacturing process, recycling and the environment, quality control, glass specifications and performance, packaging design and decoration.

Courses are scheduled for February and September 2019.

tion, ICH-Q3D elemental migration and pharmacopoeial verification.

The workshops are scheduled for March and October 2019.

The three day ‘Glass failure analysis’ technical course includes an introduction to glass strength, understanding and interpreting fracture markings, recognising fracture patterns, identification of failure origins and an analytical approach to understanding the mode of failure, weakening features and primary and secondary causes of product failure. The course features extensive practical sessions, product reconstruction and analysis. Courses are scheduled for April and October 2019.

‘Fundamentals of Glass’ is a series of training sessions aimed at glass technologists and those working in glass batching, furnace control, forming and processing. These sessions cover fundamental glass chemistry and theory, including composition, glass durability, melting properties and colour, defects and inclusions and carrying out correct annealing. Courses are scheduled for May and November 2019. https://bit.ly/2T1N50P

TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT

Tracey Jackson Appointed As

First Champion Supporter

For Building Our Skills With a shared passion and drive to help youngster choose Fenestration as a career of choice Tracey Jackson, Business Development Manager for Howells Patent Glazing Limited has become Building Our Skills campaign’s first official Champion Supporter.

Tracey has been working with local colleges and enterprises in the West Midlands for the last couple of years, tirelessly campaigning to gain a better awareness of Fenestration in local schools and colleges.

“Howells is a family run business, set up by my father in 1973,” comments Tracey, “we employ about 38 staff, and have a massive emphasis on first-

Building Our Skills conference in November 2018, addressing over 30 delegates. She shared the company’s adventure of how they have proactively engaged with youngsters to help capture their imagination towards manufacturing, told how with perseverance and regular interaction they have been able to develop close ties with the schools and colleges and have a greater influence with how students look at the Fenestration industry.

ly, ensuring our staff are well trained to meet the demands of our customers and secondly, that we work hard to engage with local communities and develop a program which enables local youngsters to understand the industry.

Stephanie Tague, Head of Building Our Skills said; “Tracey’s presentation gave others a real overview of what can be achieved within a SME business. Coupling this with her passion for enthusing others by encouraging them to embrace the concept to engage with local schools, colleges and youngsters, it makes her a fabulous candidate to become a Champion Supporter for Building Our Skills.”

Tracey, recently spoke at the

www.buildingourskills.co.uk

UK Training Provider Of Window, Door And Conservatory and competitors and gives card so the grade they hold can be Products Launched peers homeowners and businesses con- checked. In this way, homeowners

There has been limited industry-recognised training providers for window, door and conservatory products. All that has changed with the launch of Pro-Fitter.

The initiative is the brainchild of Pro-Fitter’s Director, Lou Leka, who says: “Many certifications exist in our industry but none offer bespoke training that allow people to learn in a controlled environment and have their competency levels assessed. We are not another Competent Person Scheme. We are not a Vocational College. We teach hands on skills and ability and provide the lessons to give the ability and confidence to carry out specific work.”

In short, he says: “Becoming a Pro-Fitter separates you from your

fidence in you.”

Pro-Fitter is a GQA-accredited and recognised training centre and a CITB recognised training organisation that is supported by some of the biggest names in the industry including Eurocell, Spectus, AluK, Würth Group, Synseal and Hurst Plastics. Plus, certain elements of the Pro-Fitter Assessments fulfil NVQ requirements to enable direct progression onto NVQ courses.

Lou says: “Become competent with Pro-Fitter and be assessed in competencies by progressing onto a full NVQ – simple!”

On completion of a Pro-Fitter training course, an individual installer will be listed in both the Pro-Fitter and GQA directories and given a GQA certificate and a photo ID

get the peace of mind they need and individual installers can prove their expertise more easily. Lou says: “Up to 80% of our annual marketing spend will be directed at the homeowner, with the clear message of the benefits of choosing a Pro-Fitter registered installer.

This will generate homeowner leads which will be filtered down to the Pro-Fitter network, thus providing installation companies with value for their certification.”

The growing skills gap is one of the biggest challenges the industry faces over the coming years. The launch of Pro-Fitter gives installation companies the solution they need to address the gap and gain a competitive advantage. www.profitter.org.uk WINDOW NEWS JANUARY 2019 61

FIT SHOW NEWS

Industry Specialists Improveasy To Bring

Finance To The Fit Show 2019 Improveasy, provider of finance solutions, have announced they will be showcasing their full range of services at The FIT Show 2019.

Following on from a very busy and successful 12 months for the business, Improveasy will head to the NEC with the spotlight firmly on their popular installer finance packages. The team will be on-hand to demonstrate their in-demand ‘Buy Now Pay Later’ finance options and the benefits it can have for installers nationwide.

Improveasy will also be showcasing their new Business Finance Solutions. The new service provides a full range of products including Asset Finance, Finance Leasing and New-Start Company Loans to fabricators, manufacturers and businesses of all sizes.

“It seems after many years of lagging behind other indus62 WINDOW NEWS JANUARY 2019

tries and sectors, the glass and glazing industry is finally waking up to finance and its potential to grow a business,” comments Austin Barcley, Managing Director of Improveasy. “We are therefore delighted to announce our appearance at the FIT Show 2019.

“For installers, it’s simply a matter of urgency as homeowners change their buying habits and prioritise installers who offer multiple ways to pay. For those, we offer flexible finance options including 0% APR and our new ‘Buy Now Pay Later’ package.

For fabricators and other businesses, finance not only provides an extra incentive for customers to join their network but makes large investments such as machinery, new vehicles or commercial equipment far easier. At every level, our service is designed to support business growth and development, and we look forward to sharing that

message with visitors at next year’s event.”

Improveasy supports businesses across every part of the industry providing competitive finance along with full training and support. By adopting Improveasy as a finance provider, businesses do not need to undergo the extensive process of gaining FCA approval. Instead, businesses become an Appointed Representative (AR) of Improveasy and can be up and running within 14 days of initial enquiry.

Taking place at the NEC in Birmingham from the 21st to the 23rd of May 2019, the FIT Show will bring together businesses from all over the country and every sector of the industry. For the first time, FIT Show 2019 will also feature Visit Glass, a dedicated exhibition focused on the manufacture, processing and application of glass. www.improveasy.com

FIT SHOW NEWS

DGCOS Getting

Ready For FIT Leading consumer protection organisation DGCOS has announced that it will be exhibiting at the 2019 FIT Show to update the market first-hand on what they have to offer installers to help them genuinely stand out from the competition.

“We don’t want to give too much away yet,” says Tony Pickup, founder of DGCOS, “but we’ll be at the show in style to make sure savvy installers are aware of all the benefits available to them through our organisation. DGCOS is based on three core values: trust, confidence and peace of mind and our approachable team will be explaining at the show, exactly how these translate to sure fire success for

installers.

“We’re also hoping to host a special guest appearance at the show, when we introduce the new celebrity face of DGCOS to the market, in person.

We’re keeping this a secret for now, but all will be revealed very soon. We’ll also have on the stand some examples of our exceptional marketing support – support that really does help close sales. – as well as free consumer advice, mediation and, if required, independent inspections “While we’ll be having some fun at the show, the serious message behind what we do will always come first. With 35

years’ industry experience, we understand that homeowners want transparency and peace of mind that they can trust the companies who are working in their homes. We also understand that it’s hard for installers to prove their worth up front.

That’s where DGCOS can help.

Through DGCOS membership installers can demonstrate to consumers that their products and service have added value over and above the rest of the market, a priceless addition to any installer offering.” www.dgcos.org.uk

BetweenGlassBlinds™ Gets FIT

BetweenGlassBlinds™ is bringing its full range of integrated blind systems and shading solutions to FIT Show 2019.

The specialist manufacturer of sealed units that incorporate internal blind technology will be showing its new, seamless colour collection as well as its fire-resistant integrated blind systems.

Mark Nash, Director at Vistamatic says: “We’re bring the best of internal blind systems to the FIT Show in 2019. Installers and fabricators can see how our high quality blinds and dependable service can make a real difference for door and window installations.

“Our blinds have proven performance and are suitable for both

shading systems that are easy to sell and easy to install.”

BetweenGlassBlinds™ recently added a new collection of colours too, to give more options to end-users. Marks adds: “As well as all the great performance qualities of our blinds, our new coloured blind collection has magnets that are coloured matched to the integral blinds and the window or door frames, for a seamless colour finish.”

domestic and public-sector applications, so they’re the perfect choice for any fabricator or installer, looking for privacy and

FIT Show visitors can find BetweenGlassBlinds™ on Stand P1, next to the entrance to Hall 6 to find out more about the BetweenGlassBlinds™ range. www.betweenglassblinds.co.uk WINDOW NEWS JANUARY 2019 63

CHARITY

“Emplas celebrated their 40th birthday with a large gathering of business associates and friends at their factory in Wellingborough. They ran a raffle on the day in aid of GM Fundraising and raised £1,359.

GM Fundraising Announces 2018 Fundraising Total As we start 2019, GM Fundraising announces that the final tally of funds raised last year on behalf of Hope House Children’s Hospices is in excess of £142,000, which takes their total amount raised over the last 22 years to £1.83 million.

Gary Morton, founder of GM Fundraising comments: “With no large cycling event taking place last year, it was supposed to be a quiet one! Therefore, to be able to announce this fantastic total is testament to the continued generosity of our industry as a whole. Once again, our supporters have pulled together to help us support the children and families of Hope House Children’s Hospices, to whom we donate every penny we raise.

“Predominantly, last year was about golf for us: We hosted our annual golf tournament in Telford, which raised £43,044 and we also saw the return of the GMF Cup – our prestigious Ryder Cup style golf competition. Many of the original team of 24 golfers returned to take up the GMF Cup challenge, which 64 WINDOW NEWS JANUARY 2019

took place in September at the world-class international resort of Quinta Do Lago in Portugal and raised a little under £45,000. Away from golf, the 20th GM Fundraising Gala Dinner – Circus Berserkus – celebrated our supporters take on the weird and wonderful world of the circus. From clowns to mime artists, strongmen to bearded and tattooed ladies, the evening was electric and raised £66,814.76 – the most we’ve ever raised at a Gala Dinner.

“The remaining funds have been donated by our supporters from their own initiatives. For example, Caldwell Hardware has selected GM Fundraising as their nominated charity. This means that the proceeds from any fundraising carried out within the business, i.e. dress down days and other office events, are donated to GM Fundraising.

This year they have donated £1,500.

“Brisant Secure celebrated the successful results of salt water testing on LockLock – donating £5,000 to mark the 5,000-hour test. They have also agreed to be headline sponsor of our next and last cycling challenge – ‘From Russia With Hope’.

“Our aim is to raise £2m by 2020. #2by2020 Our focus for next year will be supporting the ‘From Russia With Hope’ team throughout the build-up and execution of the ride, where they will cycle 10 countries in 12 days, covering 2,730 miles and 34,000ft of climbing, before ending up at Hope House in Oswestry on 22nd June. We will also host our annual golf day. This is a great start, but we need your help too. If you have any events taking place next year or have an idea that you would like to put in to motion, then please get in touch with a member of the GM Fundraising team: Myself, Alan Sadler from Profix Group, Graeme Bailey from Business Micros, Susie Sinden from Brouha Marketing, Adrian Barraclough from Quickslide, or Alison Marsh from Hope House, will be happy to help if we can!”

“Thank you once again from GM Fundraising for your ongoing support of the amazing work that Hope House delivers to the children and families in their care. We wish you season’s greeting and a healthy, prosperous 2019.”

Here’s a round-up of our year: www.youtube.com/watch?v=rSLV-U4lXLE For more information on GM Fundraising, visit: www.gmfundraising.co.uk

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