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14th May 2026
FENTRADE MAKES SIGNIFICANT MACHINERY INVESTMENT
Independent specialist trade fabricator Fentrade is continuing its growth strategy with a significant 6-figure investment in new Elumatec machinery.
As part of the overall expansion plans following on from the recent announcement about the relocation to larger premises, the South Wales based manufacturer has completed the purchase of an Elumatec SBZ145 Profile Machining Centre to complement the increased capacity of the new premises.
Commenting on the latest investment, Chris Reeks, Fentrade’s Managing Director, was buoyant about the purchase: “The introduction of the SBZ145 into our manufacturing process will allow us to mechanise the process more, providing better production efficiency and...
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MAKITA LAUNCHES HEAD-TO-TOE WORKWEAR RANGE
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Makita has built a global reputation for tools that perform day in, day out, on demanding work sites. That same practical, performance-first approach now defines the new Makita Workwear range – tough, considered and built for real working environments.
Developed by Castle Clothing...
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VBH JOINS THE GGF
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Hardware specialist VBH has announced that it joined the Glass & Glazing Federation at the end of March.
Established in 1982, VBH is a leading manufacturer and supplier of high quality hardware and ancillaries for windows and doors of all materials.
As well as offering its own popular greenteQ brand, the company is also a distribution partner for some of the most widely respected names in hardware. VBH Customers have access to products from AGB, Cotswold, Roto, Securistyle and Yale, amongst many others.
Richard Gyde, managing director at VBH, had this to say...
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Window Warehouse Delivers Outstanding Lead Times for UPVC and Aluminium
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Window Warehouse, UPVC and Aluminium window and door manufacturer based on the
south coast, prides itself on fantastic lead times. In an industry where delays can often
disrupt project schedul...
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CO MANUFACTURING SETS A NEW LEAD GENERATION RECORD WITH NATIONAL FORTE CAMPAIGN
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CO Manufacturing has reported a 34% year-on-year increase in leads generated for its Forte composite door range. This high reflects the ongoing success of the Wakefield-based fabricator’s approach to sales and marketing in support of its wider Retail Network.
The uplift in leads represents...
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ASWS WINS CONTRACT AT GLASSHOUSE STREET
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Picture above: 21-29 Glasshouse Street where ASWS will begin work on the steel and timber windows.
Associated Steel Window Services (ASWS) has been appointed to undertake the full refurbishment off 78 steel lightwell windows and 43 timber windows for aproject on 21-29 Glasshouse Street, London, working with BAM Construction Ltd and for The Crown Estate.
Construction of the Grade II–listed building which formed part of Sir Reginald Blomfield’s major redevelopment of the Regent Street Quadrant took some 20 years with completion in 1929.
Over two decades ago, ASWS completed a light refurbishment works project across the whole building. Today, after...
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Composite Door Solutions for Every Project at Window Warehouse
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Window Warehouse strengthens its position within the trade sector by offering installers and
homeowners access to two of the industry’s leading composite door ranges, DoorCo and
Palladio. With both collections available, customers benefit from a wider choice of styles,
colours, and performance features to suit every property type...
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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...
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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 three-speed gearbox...
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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...
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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 having...
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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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