A successful first Steel Window Association Awards 2024

The winners of the inaugural Steel Window Association (SWA) Awards have been announced at a ceremony in County Hall, London. These new awards have been created to highlight impressive residential and commercial projects which incorporate steel windows, doors and screens. The members of the SWA comprise the very best companies in the industry...

THE CONSERVATORY OUTLET PREMIUM RETAIL NETWORK COMPLETES THE 24 PEAK CHALLENGE, RAISES OVER £12,500 FOR MIND

Picture above: Members from across the Conservatory Outlet Network celebrate after completing the 24 Peak Challenge and raising over £13,000 for Mind.

They’ve done it.

13 participants from the Conservatory Outlet Network have successfully completed the 24 Peak Challenge, raising over £13,000 for charity in doing so.

The 24 Peak Challenge is a gruelling endurance event that tests entrants’ physical and mental endurance. From the start point in Keswick, participants had to scale 24 of the Lake District’s highest and most difficult peaks in just 24 hours.

Choosing Window Warehouse to Manufacture Your Aluminium Projects: Excellence, Innovation, and Reliability

You’ll never compromise on quality when you choose Window Warehouse for your commercial aluminium shopfronts. We work with designers, contractors, and architects to make our commercial aluminium shopfronts suited to you...

FUHR JOINS CAB – NIGEL HEADFORD – CAB CHIEF EXECUTIVE

The Council for Aluminium in Building (CAB) are pleased to announce that hardware company FUHR have recently applied for and been approved into membership of the Association. Providing security products for over 165 years FUHR specialise in the development and production of multipoint locking systems for doors. With hardware manufacturing based in Germany...

Darren Gait celebrates 40 years of service at Carl F Groupco

Darren Gait, Scottish Depot Manager at independent hardware supplier Carl F Groupco, received a 40-year Long Service Award in recognition of his longstanding contribution to the company.

Darren is a well-known, respected figure among the company’s Scotland-based customers. Carl F Groupco is renowned for exceptional customer service and considerable hardware expertise.

Darren joined the business in May 1984. “I started with the company when I was 17 years old. The knowledge and experience I gained over 40 years is invaluable to me in serving all our customers. Here’s to the next 40!”

TRIO OF SENIOR PRODUCTS USED IN NEW NOTTINGHAM RESIDENTIAL SCHEME

Three is the magic number for Senior Architectural Systems as solutions from the manufacturer’s extensive range of aluminium windows, doors and curtain walling help complete The Barnum – a new residential development on Nottingham’s Queen’s Road.

Designed by Franklin Ellis...

CONSERVATORY OUTLET CONTINUES TO EXPAND ITS APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMME

Conservatory Outlet, one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of home improvement products, is celebrating the continued success of its apprenticeship programme.

After investing a six-figure sum into developing the skills of young professionals in West Yorkshire last year, the firm has seen the number of apprenticeships...

EPWIN’S SASH WINDOWS TRANSFORM HIGH-END PRIVATE APARTMENT DEVELOPMENT

Epwin’s Vertical Sliding Sash Windows have been used to transform a high-end private apartment development overlooking Kings Hill Golf Club in West Malling, Kent.

The original timber sash windows had deteriorated considerably and were no longer fit for use. The development’s residents appointed Kestrel Home Improvements to undertake the replacement project throughout the property’s six apartments. Mark Ramsey, Managing Director of Kestrel, said: “We weren’t the cheapest contractor, but we offered the authentic window solution the residents wanted. We were able to offer sash windows that maintained all the building’s original aesthetics, including the arched...

CONSERVATORY OUTLET & SAM ALLEN CELEBRATE AT THE WEST YORKSHIRE APPRENTICESHIP AWARDS

Conservatory Outlet, the UK’s leading manufacturer of windows, doors and living spaces, was again recognised at the West Yorkshire Apprenticeship Awards as Sam Allen walked away with a special award for his work as an Intermediate level apprentice.

Founded by the Yorkshire Evening Post, the West Yorkshire...

MERCURY MAKES WAVES IN THE USA

Specialist fabricator Mercury, in collaboration with Conservatory Craftsmen, has completed a spectacular aluminium new build project in North Kentucky, south of Cincinnati in the USA.

The 111 sqm home extension was designed to accommodate an indoor lush garden space complete with largescale waterfall pond, allowing the homeowner to grow bananas, citrus fruits and a variety of tropical plants. With such a generous glazing façade needed, the choice of products specified was exacting to...

5 STAR WINDOWS & CONSERVATORIES CELEBRATE A HATTRICK OF VICTORIES IN THE CONSERVATORY OUTLET NETWORK GOLF DAY

Conservatory Outlet welcomed Premium Retailers from around the United Kingdom to the picturesque Cheshire countryside for its annual Network Golf Day.

The event, now in its eleventh year, is one of the most respected and longest-running competitions of its kind in the sector.

Held at the renowned Championship Course at the Portal Golf & Spa Resort just outside of Tarporley, the tournament saw entrants vie for team and individual prizes. And for 2024, there were some changes to the format to accommodate an expanded entry pool.

“It was fantastic...

CONSERVATORY OUTLET NAMED AS ONE OF WAKEFIELD’S LEADING BUSINESSES

At a glitzy ceremony held at Tileyard North, Conservatory Outlet was recognised as one of Wakefield’s best businesses.

Over 150 business leaders and representatives, academics and key local figures were in attendance as the Wakefield Top 100, the list of the city’s top companies, was unveiled.

Founded by Wakefield Council, the...