MADE FOR TRADE FITS IN NEW PRODUCT DURING NEC SALES SUCCESS

Renowned manufacturer launches Korniche Flat Rooflight System as manufacturers clamour to keep up.

The FIT Show has truly become a staple hub for the fenestration industry over the last decade, and 2023 brought about not only the same huge exhibition space packed full of notable systems and key businesses...

MODPLAN CELEBRATES 50TH ANNIVERSARY

Leading trade fabricator Modplan is celebrating its 50th anniversary in July 2023. David Burles, CEO, who founded the business in 1973, said: “We are delighted to be celebrating this important business milestone. It’s an opportunity to reflect on how far we’ve come – but also where we want to go next.”

The business has certainly come a long way since 1973. It started as a DIY and light builders’ outlet in South Wales. Today, it’s a multi-million-pound turnover trade business manufacturing a comprehensive range of PVC-U windows, door and conservatory roofs. It operates from four impressive manufacturing sites in Abercarn, Gwent,...

MADE FOR TRADE RELEASES INNOVATIVE KORNICHE FLAT ROOFLIGHT

The third product in the multi-award winning Korniche range continues to offer the same market-leading design and installation efficiencies, for flat glass roof glazing

Since inception, the Korniche brand has always represented a new era in the field of fenestration design; with a quality-led focus...

PART F COMPLIANCE MADE EASY WITH CARL F GROUPCO

With the period for the transitional arrangement for Approved Document F in England ending on 15th June 2023, Carl F Groupco has ensured ongoing compliance is straightforward by stocking an extensive inventory of Part F compliant trickle vents.

John King, Sales Director of the leading independent hardware supplier, said: “From 15th June 2023 all windows have a mandatory requirement to meet the revised Document F of Building Regulations.

Streamlining Customer Support: Window Warehouse's Efficient "Report a Fault" Feature

In today's fast-paced business environment, providing exceptional customer service is paramount for companies to thrive. Window Warehouse, a leading name in the trade app industry, understands this need and has introduced an innovative solution to address customer concerns seamlessly. The company's "Report a Fault" feature offers a hassle-free process that ensures prompt resolution of issues.

CARL F GROUPCO ADDS THE NEW KENRICK CAPTIVE DOOR HINGE TO ITS RANGE

Independent hardware specialist Carl F Groupco has added the new Kenrick Captive Door Hinge to its portfolio. John Crittenden, Carl F Groupco’s Managing Director, said: “We’ve partnered with Kenrick for nearly 20 years because their product portfolio delivers what our customers need. The new Captive Door Hinge is a further example of an intelligently designed Kenrick product that is already proving popular with customers.”

TOTAL HARDWARE LAUNCHES NEW QUANTUM RAPID FIT DOOR HINGE

Window and Door hardware specialists, Total Hardware has just launched its new Quantum Rapid Fit Door Hinge. The new fitter-friendly door hinge offers the unbeatable combination of innovation and quality that Total Hardware’s customers have come to expect.

Commenting on the introduction of the new hinge, Chris Pell, General Manager at Total Hardware...

HARDWARE SOLUTIONS SUPPORT HERITAGE ALUMINIUM GROWTH

Leading independent hardware distributor Carl F Groupco has reported an upturn in demand for hardware solutions to support the growing trend for aluminium doors and internal screening systems. John Crittenden, Managing Director at Carl F Groupco, explains: “Systems such as the SD70 TruEnergy Door from Jack Aluminium that replicate art-deco or industrial style have grown in popularity. And the hardware that such solutions require has seen a similar growth in interest. These slimline solutions have very specific hardware requirements, and our high-quality FUHR multisafe 856 multipoint locking system complements these aluminium heritage door products.”

The FUHR 856 lever-operated door lock offers...

KUBU PROVIDES SMART SUPPORT FOR EVERGLADE WINDOWS’ CUSTOMER EVENT

Kubu Smart Security has contributed to the success of a major trade event. The respected brand of sensor-based smart technology for the fenestration industry took part in Evolve 23 – a customer conference recently staged by Everglade Windows at its London HQ.

Everglade Windows used its 15th annual conference – which this year attracted around 100 delegates...

SUPPORTING THE CHANGES

June 2023 marks the twelve-month anniversary of the update to the Building Regulations. But with the rise in FENSA assessment failures, there still appears to be confusion about where and how the new regulations apply. This is the view of Phil Parry, Business Development Director at Epwin Window Systems, who commented: “The year-on-year increase in FENSA assessment failures is striking. In January to March 2023, 39% of FENSA assessments failed.

AWARD SUCCESS FOR ENDURANCE® DOORS

Endurance Doors has received independent recognition of its commitment to reinvesting back into its business for the benefit of its customers, its team, and the wider community.

The leading manufacturer of solid, secure, and stylish composite doors was the recent recipient of the Business Investment Award at the North Lincolnshire Business Awards 2023.

Organised by the Hull and Humber Chamber of Commerce, the annual North Lincolnshire Business Awards are a celebration of excellence in a range of different commercial areas and are open to all businesses located across the region.

The Business Investment Award is aimed specifically at both inward investment companies and those...

NEW APPOINTMENT AT MODPLAN

Picture above: Left to Right: Ian Lewis and Paul Tween

Leading trade fabricator Modplan has further strengthened its sales management team with the appointment of industry-man Paul Tween as Business Development Manager (South East).

Having worked directly within the fenestration industry for ten years, Paul brings a wealth of exceptional industry experience and in-depth market knowledge.

THE RESIDENCE COLLECTION PROVING POPULAR FOR FENTRADE

In January 2023, trade fabricator Fentrade expanded its operation by manufacturing the Residence Collection. Six months on, this has proven to be a wise business decision as Chris Reeks, Fentrade’s Director, explains. “Having established ourselves as a reliable high-quality aluminium fabricator, we took the decision to expand into PVC-U fabrication with the introduction...

VR TECHNOLOGY BRINGS EPWIN WINDOW SYSTEMS’ PRODUCTS TO LIFE

Leading Epwin Window Systems installer Oswestry Windows and Doors Ltd has invested in the power of virtual reality technology to bring products to life in consumers’ homes. Owner Matthew Dunne-Smith says: “VR technology is proving transformational for us. We have secured several large-scale domestic installations because it’s given our customers a completely new dimension for visualising their home improvements that completely blows their minds.”

Virtual reality is the next-level in homeowner visualisation. Used in TV makeover programmes such as Your Home Made Perfect, the technology creates a virtual scene of the completed installation. Every detail, including furniture placement, is featured, giving...

FENTRADE SEES FIT SHOW SUCCESS

Award-winning fabricator Fentrade has secured a strong pipeline of new business following their success at FIT Show 2023. Chris Reeks, Fentrade’s Director, said: “We were delighted to have a presence at FIT again this year and to have secured so many new enquiries. Throughout the three-day show, the footfall was strong, and the calibre of the enquiries was superb. So much so that in less than 24 hours of the show closing, we had a stream of new...