A VALUE-ADDED FABRICATION PARTNER IN REGAL ALUMINIUM

Installers looking to maximise the opportunities in high-end aluminium and PVC-U should look no further than Regal Aluminium. Managing Director Jason Bamford says: “The breadth and depth of our portfolio of industry leading brands combined with the hands-on tailored support we provide means we are a valuable partner for ambitious installation businesses.”

Regal Aluminium’s portfolio includes...

FENTRADE REPORTS IMPRESSIVE YEAR-ON-YEAR GROWTH

Despite a fluctuating market, specialist fabricator Fentrade Aluminium has reported a 35% year-on-year growth, a testament to the company’s unwavering dedication to product choice and customer satisfaction. Chris Reeks, Fentrade’s Director, said: “Our year-on-year growth reflects the company’s commitment to delivering exceptional aluminium fenestration solutions to our customers. Sales of our inline and lift/slide aluminium sliding doors have grown 36% and 34% respectively, which contrasts with our bifold sales which remain on par with the previous year. These figures support industry trends with the upturn for wider sliding doors.”

Whilst the growth is impressive, the company remains steadfast in its ambition...

PRESTIGE ALUMINIUM INVESTS IN CUTTING-EDGE MACHINE TECHNOLOGY FROM HAFFNER

Aluminium fabricator Prestige Aluminium has just invested in a Fom Industrie FMC 120 Machining Centre from Haffner to support its rapid expansion.

The cutting-edge machine was delivered at the beginning of August and was up and running just 48 hours later, so is already helping the company to increase its manufacturing...

GROWING HARDWARE SALES DEMONSTRATE STRENGTH OF COMMERCIAL AND SOCIAL HOUSING MARKETS

Carl F Groupco is commending an upturn in sales of its tilt & turn and reversible hardware ranges because of what it reveals about the industry more widely.

Julie Warner, Product Manager at Carl F Groupco, said: “Tilt & turn and reversible windows are popular in commercial and social housing settings.

CARL F GROUPCO PROVES THAT MORE THAN MECHANICAL IS A VALUABLE GROWTH OPPORTUNITY

Independent hardware supplier Carl F Groupco’s is proving that ‘More than Mechanical’ presents a valuable growth opportunity, with sales volume of its electronic and automatic door lock ranges increasing by almost 60% in recent months. But Managing Director John Crittenden says the growth may not have come from where people expect.

He explains: “It’s tempting to think of electronic and automatic lock ranges as niche products for high-end Grand Designs-type projects. But that’s far from the case. Our biggest growth sectors are in school, commercial and housing association settings, which provide opportunities for significant contracts for our customers.”

Endurance® Doors Unlocks Smart Home Opportunities

Leading manufacturer of solid, secure, and stylish composite doors, Endurance DoorsÒ is helping its installer partners and homeowners across the UK to benefit from the latest generation of smart home technology.

With immediate effect, customers will be able to complement any product from the company’s collection of over 80 unique door styles with the ERA...

COMMERCIAL ADVANTAGES WITH EPWIN WINDOW SYSTEMS

Epwin Window Systems has launched an enhanced Approved Commercial Partner (ACP) scheme that will add even more value to commercial fabricator members. Gerald Allen, Head of Marketing at Epwin Window Systems, said: “We are serious about making our stakeholders succeed. We work closely with our Approved Commercial Partners to provide a seamless, reliable partnership they can depend on.”

HAFFNER FURTHER STRENGTHENS SERVICE RESOURCE WITH NEW ENGINEER APPOINTMENT

Following rapid expansion in Ireland and Scotland, leading machinery innovators Haffner Ltd has announced the appointment of David Carruthers as Service Engineer. With over two decades of experience in the window industry, David’s expertise is set to further elevate Haffner’s technical service support in Northern Ireland and the UK.

Commenting on David’s appointment, Dave Thomas, CEO at Haffner, said: “David’s appointment further strengthens our service engineering resource to keep pace with our growing pipeline of confirmed customer orders. He is well respected in the industry having worked with Haffner, Rapide and Urban machinery, and his extensive programming knowledge will be invaluable...

LEKA SYSTEMS EXPANDS PARTNER SUPPORT WITH ONSITE 7

Conservatory roof innovators Leka Systems has extended its support to fabricating and installing partners with the introduction of Onsite 7 software. This effective software empowers fabricators and installers to stay in control of their businesses by managing all aspects of the customer journey, including lead capture.

Rhys Hoddinott, Managing Director at Leka Systems...

EPWIN’S SASH WINDOW SYSTEM IS THE LONGSTANDING SOLUTION FOR PALLADIAN HOMES

Epwin Window Systems’ PVC-U Vertical Sliding Sash Window System remains the window of choice for Palladian Homes, a developer of exclusive homes in north and east Yorkshire.

Simon Gibbons, founder and Managing Director of Palladian Homes, says: “The PVC-U Vertical Sliding Sash Window System continues to be Palladian Homes’ first choice for the sash windows we use to...

KOMBIMATEC OFFER “MORE ACCURATE” MANUFACTURING FOR VISTA PARTITIONS LTD

With the demand for improved accuracy and to increase productivity, the installation of the AMC308 3 Axis CNC Machining Centre proved wonders for Vista Partitions Ltd.

Vista Partitions Ltd is a manufacturer and supplier of glazed office partitioning and acoustic single & double glazed doors, supplying products to the UK, UAE & Egypt. The business was established in 2019 offering demountable partitions designed to meet the needs of today’s modern workplace environments.

The business identified that they needed more accurate machinery – and it soon became a necessity. With years of industry knowledge behind them, Vista Partitions Ltd were familiar with the...

AUTHENTIC APPEAL FROM ODL EUROPE

Composite door innovator ODL Europe is highlighting the authentic appeal of its popular Craftsman Door Cassette Framing System which offers added value benefits for its customers. Suzanne Nicholl, Head of Sales and Customer Services at ODL Europe, said: “The Craftsman Framing System is popular with customers looking to tap into the trend for traditional door detailing. The broad, flat profile frame has architectural styling and blends perfectly with...

Framexpress celebrates 25 years as an Epwin Window Systems fabricator

Telford’s Framexpress is celebrating 25 years as an Epwin Window Systems fabricator – and 25 years in business. This dual commemoration not only symbolises the success and resilience of the business, but also underscores the commitment to...

LINIAR TO DOUBLE IN SIZE WITH AMBITIOUS GROWTH PLANS

Picture above: Martin Thurley, Group Managing Director

Liniar, the UK’s leading PVCu systems company and a subsidiary of Quanex, has announced ambitious plans that will double the size of its single-site, purpose-built headquarters in Derbyshire.

Group Managing Director Martin Thurley confirmed that work has already commenced on the site to build a new 350,000 ft²warehouse and manufacturing facility. Once complete (Q1 2025) this will boost Liniar’s impressive facilities even further and future-proof the business for the next 15 to 20 years.

MERCURY ACHIEVES SIGNIFICANT MILESTONE ON ITS LEAN MANUFACTURING JOURNEY

Leading specialist fabricator Mercury has successfully reached its first milestone as part of its lean manufacturing journey, establishing a dedicated metrics room that is now an integral part of its multi-site operation. This accomplishment is marked by the...