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9th April 2026
CONSERVATORY OUTLET HOSTS TWO SUCCESSFUL OPERATIONS CONFERENCE
Conservatory Outlet, the UK’s leading fabricator of home improvement products, is looking forward to hosting several more Network-wide events after its series of Operations Conferences has proved to be a real boost to its retail Network.
The events, held in both Glasgow and Birmingham, allowed members of the fabricator’s Premium Retail Network to come together to discuss industry-specific challenges, changes to Building Regulations, regional legislation, and other topics relating to their businesses.
As part of the round-table forums, Conservatory Outlet invited several guest speakers to present on a range of topics, including innovative new construction methods and other operational matters.
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KENRICK APPOINTS SUZANNE NICHOLL AS SALES AND MARKETING DIRECTOR
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Longstanding hardware manufacturer Kenrick has appointed Suzanne Nicholl as Sales and Marketing Director, further strengthening its leadership team as the business continues its next phase of growth and innovation.
Suzanne joins Kenrick with extensive experience across the fenestration sector, having spent her career working within both the hardware and composite door markets. She brings a strong track record in commercial leadership, sales strategy and brand development and will play a key role in driving Kenrick’s continued expansion across both traditional...
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THE NEW MAKITA COMBI DRILL DELIVERS POWER THAT HITS HARDER
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Makita’s new HP003GZ01 40VMax XGT® Brushless Combi Drill combines robust performance, intelligent technology and rugged durability to deliver professional results. Powered by Makita’s advanced 40VMax XGT® Li-Ion battery platform, this high-torque combi drill is designed for demanding screwdriving and drilling applications.
The new HP003GZ01 combines power with smart control features, and delivers up to 180Nm torque, making it the most powerful Combi Drill in the Makita range. With torque setting stages of 41/30/25 newton metres and enhanced clutch control, users enjoy greater accuracy, and the HP003G XGT 40v Combi features a versatile..
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Haffner demonstrates service excellence with machinery relocation support
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Leading machinery specialist Haffner Ltd has demonstrated the strength of its service
offering with the successful relocation of machinery for long-standing customer Mercury
Glazing, ensuring fabrication continuity with minimal disruption.
Specialist PVC-U and aluminium fabricator Mercury Glazing required its existing Haffner
machinery to be transferred into its main manufacturing facility in Gloucester as part of
an operational reorganisation. With production uptime critical...
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FUHR HIGHLIGHTS KEY DOOR HARDWARE TRENDS AT FENSTERBAU FRONTALE
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FUHR has reinforced its position as a leader in door locking innovation following a successful presence at Fensterbau Frontale, where the team showcased its latest developments in multipoint locking, panic hardware and smart access solutions.
Throughout the event, discussions with fabricators, system houses and specifiers highlighted several key trends shaping the future of door hardware, particularly around automation, compliance and access control integration...
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Window Warehouse Offers AluK Heritage System, Blending Classic Steel Aesthetics with Modern Aluminium Performance
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At Window Warehouse, their product range includes the AluK Heritage Door and Window system, providing customers with a stylish solution that blends classic design with modern performance. Their customers benefit from the convenience of sourcing entire style ranges from a single supplier, with homeowners in return gaining access to matched windows and doors tailored to classic heritage.
The Heritage system has been developed to replicate the distinctive look of traditional steel windows and doors while benefiting from the durability and energy efficiency of aluminium. The system replicates the sleek lines and slim sightlines, with aluminium also...
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MILA SUPA™ DOOR KNOCKERS: WHERE DESIGN MEETS DURABILITY
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The enhanced range of Mila Supa™ Door Knockers combines classic and modern aesthetics with outstanding durability to provide the ultimate finish for any front door.
![]() Adding to the range, the SUPA™ door knocker is now available in an additional four distinct styles – Victorian Scroll, Doctor, Ponytail, and Modern Oval – offering distinct, high-impact styles and seven finishes: Polished Stainless, Brushed Stainless, Polished Gold, Luna Black Stainless, Luna Grey Stainless, Black Stainless...
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THE 1 MILLION DOLLAR MAN
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Picture above: Chris Brunsdon, Founder & CEO, Tommy Trinder
Tommy Trinder marks a new milestone in its rollout to The States – quotes by American installers top a million dollars in March.
“Quoting a million bucks in a month is a solid first base in our American expansion – feels like proof that there is a Tommy-shaped gap in the US market,” says Tommy Founder & CEO Chris Brunsdon...
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REGALEAD’S ENGINEERED DOOR COMPONENTS WOW AT FENSTERBAU
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RegaLead’s impressive range of Engineered Door Components drew visitors in at Fensterbau Frontale 2026. With new designs on show and the chance to meet RegaLead’s supply partner EWTG FCA, the stand attracted visitors from across the globe, including those who had made the trip to Nuremberg from the UK.
Engineered Door Components by RegaLead are designed to work with all major PVCu door systems’ profiles, creating a great opportunity for any fabricators to create their own range of engineered entrance door options.
Ella Brown, RegaLead Sales Manager and lead on the Engineered Door Components...
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A CAUTIOUS WELCOME FOR THE FUTURE HOMES STANDARD FROM ALUK
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By Paul Booth, Technical Director, AluK
The government last week published its long-awaited response to the Future Homes Standard consultation, and we finally now know what the standard will look like when implementation starts next year. Having taken part in the consultation, we were amongst the first to...
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CO MANUFACTURING REPORTS 47% GROWTH IN FORTÉ COMPOSITE DOOR SALES
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Picture above: Forte Door 07 – A recently installed Zinna 3 Forté composite door in Cotswold blue
CO Manufacturing has reported a 47% year-on-year increase in sales of its Forté door range, highlighting growing demand for high-performance entrance doors and the effectiveness of its value-led network...
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CLEARVIEW NEW BUILD CONTINUES TO SEE SIGNIFICANT GROWTH
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Clearview New Build has announced its strongest year to date, reporting a significant increase in the number of live sites it is servicing compared with this time last year.
Part of the CO Manufacturing, Clearview New Build has grown steadily, capitalising on rising demand from regional and national housebuilders that are seeking high-quality fabrication and installation partners.
This expansion has been underpinned by a dedicated office function, a specialist customer care team, and highly skilled installation teams covering the north of England.
This has enabled the company to successfully scale...
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SCHÜCO AND JANSEN EXTEND LONG-STANDING PARTNERSHIP
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Schüco International and Jansen AG have renewed their long-standing agreement that grants Schüco UK exclusive distribution rights for Jansen steel systems in the UK. In doing so, both companies affirm the success of their collaboration.
The two family-owned companies have worked together for almost 50 years, with Schüco holding exclusive distribution...
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