LETTERPLATES – TAKE YOUR PICK

Hardware expert VBH prides itself on being a one stop shop for busy buyers at door manufacturers.

To illustrate this, the team at VBH advises that the company offers no less than eight different letterplate options, four of which are part of VBH’s own greenteQ hardware range, incorporating architeQ stainless steel products.

Gary Gleeson, VBH marketing manager says “Most front doors...

80 YEARS OF RENOLIT. RELY ON IT. SINCE 1946

This year, RENOLIT is celebrating its 80th anniversary and are looking back with pride on their long and successful history as a company. Since 1946, RENOLIT have been renowned for its expertise in high-quality polymer solutions. As a reliable partner, RENOLIT is committed to helping customers achieve their goals. You can rely on them, just as you could back then.

Their long-standing experience and commitment to everyone they work with form the basis on which they proactively address today’s challenges. RENOLIT recognise that the current global market conditions impose unique challenges on everyone. Regardless of...

CREATING VALUE IN A CHALLENGING MARKET

Richard Bryant explains why Window Ware is prioritising value-led, design-driven hardware to drive demand.

It’s clear that neither consumers nor businesses have budgets that feel particularly generous right now, and the current instability around the globe will be having a short-term impact, with the potential long-term one still unknown.

SHEERLINE ADDS WEATHER TESTING RIG TO MANUFACTURING SITE

Sheerline has announced the addition of a weather testing rig manufactured by K Schulten Fenstertechnik at its facility in Derbyshire.

At 3m by 3m, the rig generates forces far beyond what is typical of the UK’s weather, and tests air and water tightness, and pressure deflection. This means it can be used to assess a range of products...

ASWS APPOINTED TO RESTORE ICONIC GLAZING AT THE GRADE I LISTED DE LA WARR PAVILION

Work has begun on a major conservation project at the De La Warr Pavilion in Bexhill‑on‑Sea, one of the UK’s most important modernist buildings, as the Grade I‑listed arts centre marks its 90th anniversary. Designed by Erich Mendelsohn and Serge Chermayeff and completed in 1935, the Pavilion is internationally recognised for its pioneering architecture and cultural significance.

Specialist heritage contractor, Associated Steel Window Services (ASWS) has been appointed to undertake a comprehensive refurbishment of the building’s iconic staircase glazing, a defining architectural feature of the Pavilion....

THE POWER OF NETWORKS: HOW INSTALLER SCHEMES SUPPORT MORE SALES

Roofline, rainwater and cladding manufacturer Freefoam Building Products says stockists and home improvement companies can use its Registered Installer Scheme to differentiate themselves, benefit from better guarantees and maximise sales opportunities.

Installer networks and schemes can be...

GROWING DEMAND DRIVES SUCCESS FOR KENRICK’S EXCALIBUR DOOR LOCK

Kenrick is reporting growing demand for its Excalibur multipoint door locking system, with fabricators and hardware distributors increasingly choosing the high-security lock for its proven performance...

STEEL WINDOW FITTINGS RECOGNISED WITH SWA’S ASSOCIATED AWARD 2026

Steel Window Fittings has won the Associated Award at the 2026 Steel Window Association (SWA) Awards; recognising the company’s pivotal role in supporting with one of the industry’s standout projects.

Presented at the third annual SWA Awards in London, the accolade highlights the contribution of the company’s specialist ironmongery which was specified in two of the winning...

J&K REDUCES ROUTING TIME BY 50% WITH KOMBIMATEC, LEADING TO SECOND INVESTMENT

Kombimatec is continuing to demonstrate how the right machinery investment, backed by practical support and expertise, can...

INDUSTRY BACKS WOMEN IN FENESTRATION NETWORK FOLLOWING SUCCESSFUL INAUGURAL PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT DAY

The Women in Fenestration Network (WFN) has launched with overwhelming support from across the fenestration industry following its inaugural Professional...

SUPPORTING INSTALLERS WITH ‘GLASS LIFTING’ SOLUTIONS

EDITOR INTERVIEW WITH JOHN BURTON, DIRECTOR AND CO-OWNER OF CPSLIFT.COM

John, can you tell our readers a little about your background and how you got started in the lifting industry?

John Burton: Certainly. I began my career as an apprentice-trained plant engineer with Hewden Stuart Crane Hire back in 1997. Since then, I’ve spent my entire career within the lifting and work-at-height sector. I’ve worked across engineering, management and sales roles, and I’ve genuinely enjoyed every aspect of helping businesses operate safely and efficiently. Having experience in all these areas gives me a well-rounded...

THE G26 AWARDS ARE BACK — BIGGER, BOLDER AND MORE EXCITING THAN EVER!

The countdown begins. The spotlight is ready. And the UK glass and glazing industry is gearing up for its biggest celebration of the year. The G26 Awards return on Friday 27 November 2026, once again taking over the iconic London Hilton on Park Lane for a night dedicated to innovation, achievement, and industry‑wide...