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HURST DOORS INVESTS £250K INTO TRANSPORT FLEET TO MEET GROWING CUSTOMER DEMAND

Four new vehicles join Hurst’s 18-strong national transport fleet with the aim of exceeding its 99% OTIF

Hull, UKHurst Doors has announced the addition of four new vehicles...

 
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Welding techniques explained for steel windows

Welding is essential in the manufacture of buildings, bridges, cars, aeroplanes, pipelines, power stations and a host of other structures and objects. There are four main welding techniques used in the modern manufacturing and construction industries.

Welding is a process that is rarely seen, oft-forgotten, and largely invisible – out of sight, out of mind. Disregarding it, however, could also leave you severely out of pocket. That’s why it pays to take welding and fabrication seriously in the steel window industry.

 
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7 SUBSTRATES AND 7 CHAMBERS FOR R7

R7 is proving to be the perfect replacement PVCu window, boasting a number of design features and performance credentials as a flush inside/outside innovation. Having been borne out of the R9 window, it shares the same sightlines, yet with a frame depth of 75mm, is perfectly suited for the middle market.

 
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Political Uncertainty
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Builders remain nervous about hiring due to continued political uncertainty, says FMB

Small building companies remain nervous about hiring new staff and are reducing the size of their workforce, according to a recent survey from the Federation of Master Builders (FMB).

 
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HEGLA BYSTRONIC GLASS WIN NFA MACHINERY COMPANY ACCOLADE FOR SECOND TIME

Best Machinery Company accolade was awarded to Bystronic glass HEGLA partnership in this year’s #NFA19 independent glass awards. With the industry backing the nomination, this second award recognises the innovative system solutions designed for the UK glass sector.

For Steve Goble and Paul Gibbs the NFA win represents the hard work and commitment provided by the whole team. With the awards requiring both nomination and voting for by peers in the industry, the team believes that there is evidently great belief in the products and the customer support services.

The National Fenestration Awards brings the industry together and gives...

 
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Hardware
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INTELLIGENT INVESTMENT BY UAP

UAP Ltd acquires Intelligent Hardware business

UAP Limited has continued to expand its solutions capability by acquiring Yorkshire-based internal door hardware company, Intelligent Hardware.

This is an important addition to the UAP portfolio as it strives to become the UK’s foremost supplier of hardware.

The acquisition adds an enviable range of hardware for internal doors, including Round Rose handles to the UAP product offering.

 
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Ready For Brexit?
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GGF BREXIT READINESS CAMPAIGN UNDERWAY

Following a recent £50,000 grant from Government to help companies through Brexit, the Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) Brexit Readiness Campaign is now well underway with; the launch of the new GGF Brexit Hub, production of a new guidance brochure and implementation of digital marketing that includes social media and search engine marketing.

 
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Freefoam shortlisted for Construction Marketing Award

Leading roofline manufacturer Freefoam has reached the finals of this year’s Construction Marketing Awards (CMAs) with its highly successful ‘Helping Customers Grow’ campaign.

Freefoam’s integrated campaign was devised and implemented by MRA Marketing working in close partnership with digital specialist Mind Made and with Freefoam. Combining tightly synchronised PR, advertising, social media, video and direct marketing, the campaign has been shortlisted for Strategic Planning and Management in recognition of its powerful impact on Freefoam’s customer engagement and sales.

Commenting on the nomination, Freefoam Commercial Director Colin St John said: “Our campaign illustrates the effect of our complete supply chain working effectively together...

 
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Awards
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GGF AND FENSA SHORTLISTED FOR INDUSTRY AWARDS

The Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) and its commercial company FENSA have been shortlisted for several industry awards as a landmark year for both brands draws to a close.

Following the GGF’s outstanding PR and press campaign for MyGlazing.com (which has reached over 70m consumers), the Construction Marketing Awards has shortlisted the campaign in two categories...

 
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Roofline
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MD of Trims and Things: “I wouldn’t be where I am without Freefoam.”

After 25 years of trading, Yorkshire-based Trims and Things has grown to be a market-leading supplier of PVC-UE roofline products and building plastics. The company prides itself on its experience-based knowledge of products, so Freefoam’s continually evolving range of products and support have been a perfect fit – and the starting point for a twenty-year relationship.

John Gough, Managing Director of Trims and Things, explains: “We’ve been using Freefoam...

 
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VELUX and Guardian Warm Roof join forces to help create the perfect indoor environment for homeowners

Leading roof window manufacturer VELUX Company Ltd and lightweight roof replacement firm Guardian Warm Roof are joining forces to help create the perfect indoor environment for homeowners.

The new partnership means that Guardian Warm Roof will now exclusively fit VELUX roof widows in their range of roof and extension projects across the UK and Ireland.

Both brands share a passion for creating better living environments for homeowners and have a reputation for quality and innovation within the industry.

 
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Timber Windows
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George Barnsdale to Supply Windows for Former Dickensian Workhouse

George Barnsdale is delighted to announce it has been chosen to manufacture and install the timber windows for a renowned Grade II listed former workhouse building in Fitzrovia, London. Part of the Bedford Passage Development, the project is being undertaken by University College Hospitals Charity to provide mixed residential and commercial accommodation. The Strand Union Workhouse is said to have been used by Charles Dickens as inspiration for his...

 
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Flush Windows
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200 Spectus Flush Tilt & Turn Windows fitted in high profile social housing development

200 Spectus Flush Tilt & Turn Windows were specified and installed in the construction of 44 high quality social housing properties for Crawley Borough Council.

A former depot in Southgate Crawley, the 22 houses and 22 flats were situated in a high-profile location and aesthetics of the development was vital. Architecturally, a...

 
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More Haffner Murat machines installed at Planet Roofing

The team at Planet Roofing have been so delighted with the quality and reliability of Haffner Murat machinery that the company has invested in asecond new machine.

Paul Rickman ofPlanet Roofing explains: “We first approached Haffner Muratat the start of 2019 and purchased a new TT405 Computerised Saw. The quality and the efficiency of the machine has resulted in us approaching them again and have now purchased a second TT405 ComputerisedSaw to help further improve our manufacturing efficiencies.”

The TT405ComputerisedSaw is a double cut saw for PVC-u and aluminium profiles up to 70mm which gives it great flexibility. The accuracy of the...

 
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Heritage Frames
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Heritage Trade Framespraises Profile 22’s Optima system for the benefits that it can provide for its users.

Longstanding Profile 22 fabricator Heritage Trade Frames switched to Optima when Profile 22 launched the system in 2016. The Bolton-based trade fabricator has seen steady growth year-on-year ever since.

Phillip Cresswell, Sales and Marketing Manager at Heritage Trade Frames, said: “Optima is a superb system on...

 
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Flush Windows
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Profile 22 Optima Flush Casement Windows specified for high quality housing development

Over 500 Profile 22 Optima Flush Casement Windows were installed in a private housing development in Whalley Range, Manchester.

The main contractor...

 
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Taking Alumina to the Next Level

Innovative systems company Liniar is looking to raise the bar again. Always pushing for continuous improvement, Liniar’s latest update to its aluminium door range Alumina takes the product options to a new level, especially for installers.

Already exceptional when it comes to security, appearance and thermal efficiency, the Alumina range of bi-folding doors, flush fit French doors and residential doors is now even faster to fit, thanks to a fully matching optional PVCu bead.

Alumina doors span up to 2.5m high, offering wide expanses of glass and slim sightlines in hundreds of warm touch foil finishes or three stunning RAL powder-coated finished,...

 
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Retail Installers
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The Genesis Installer Network (GIN) is a tonic for retail installers

Glazing retailers across the country are already reaping the benefits of joining the Genesis Installer Network ‘GIN’. Marcus O’Boyle, Business Development and Marketing Manager of Bison Frames discusses the benefits...

 
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GGF Members Day
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GGF PRESIDENT DELIVERS SPIRITED SPEECH TO MEMBERS

At the recent Glass and Glazing Federation’s Members’ Day annual conference, the GGF President, John Agnew delivered a spirited speech...

 
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ERA’S PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT COLLABORATION WITH SOLIDOR

ERA, the security expert, is continually investing in product development. Much of this is of course market-led, and from time to time fabricators and installers request very specific product development collaboration in order to future-proof their business and to be able to differentiate themselves effectively from their competitors.

 
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GGF AGM PROPOSALS UNANIMOUSLY APPROVED BY MEMBERS

The GGF Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on 26th September in London was well attended with representation from over 30 Member companies from throughout the glass and glazing supply chain.

John Agnew, GGF President, chaired the meeting and received unanimous approval...

 
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Awards
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Epwin Window Systems confirmed finalists in four G Award 2019 nominations

Epwin Window Systems have been confirmed finalists in four G Award 2019 nominations.It has been shortlisted in the New Product of the Year category, the Promotional Campaign of the Year category and twice in the Commercial Project of the Year category.

 
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The Sustainable Future of Fenestration?

Social media, the internet and news outlets are a platform for global conversation surrounding sustainability, climate change and humanity’s impact on the environment; and as a part of the wider petrochemical industry, more and more eyes are centred on PVCu systems companies than ever before. The future of the fenestration industry will be shaped by sustainability and how systems companies adaptand renew their commitment to protecting the environment.

“Unplasticised”, but still thrown into the same category as ‘plastic’, PVCu has an uphill battle when it comes to educating the public on the product’s sustainability – and the fact that it isn’t...

 
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Sustainability Award Nomination for Liniar

With a continued focus on making a difference in the local community and ensuring that its impact on the environment is a positive one, leading PVCu systems company Liniar is delighted to announce it’s been...

 
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Aluminium
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Faster aluminium fabrication with Stellar from Epwin Window Systems

Stellar, the new aluminium window and door system from Epwin Window Systems, is packed with innovative developments that set new standards for the aluminium industry. For fabricators, one of the most important developments is that it’s 20% faster to fabricate.

Paul Booth, Design Director, Aluminium Products, Epwin Group Plc, who led the team that developed Stellar, said: “There are all kinds of operation efficiencies fabricators can look at to speed up fabrication times and help reduce material costs. But Stellar has been designed to be faster to fabricate in the first place. It gives...

 
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Advance 70 and Selecta Going from Strength-to-Strength

The Selecta renaissance continues to go from strength-to-strength with conversions to the Advance 70 Window and Door System reaching record numbers.Sales Director, Andy Green, talks about the reasons why an array of fabricators and installers areembracing the huge opportunities of being part of the UK’s only independent and family owned systems company.

The last two and a half years have been a tremendously busy period for everyone involved at Selecta, with the last six months in particular being busier than we’ve ever experienced in recent years. So much so, that I’ve had comments that I’ve not been seen in the industry...

 
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Haffner Murat to supply Fom Industrie aluminium fabrication machinery

Leading machinery experts Haffner Murat has just announced it will be supplying Fom Industrie aluminium fabrication machinery. Dave Thomas, Haffner Murat’s Managing Director, said: “Fom Industrie offers the state-of-the-art in aluminium automation machinery. By working with Fom, we’ll be able to offer even more choice to fabricators looking to make the most of the growing opportunities in aluminium.”

Italy’s Fom Industrie is part of the worldwide FomGroup and has an outstanding product offering. Dave commented: “The scale of Fom means they...

 
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