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, reliability and compliance credentials.

One of the company’s flagship door hardware products, Excalibur...

Picture above: Domestic Project of the Year winner is Westcote Hall in Northampton, a large country house with origins from the 17th century, by The Cotswold Casement Company. Image credit: Pete Helme.

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...

Kombimatec is continuing to demonstrate how the right machinery investment, backed by practical support and expertise, can help fabricators improve efficiency, accuracy and profitability, following a successful partnership with...

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

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 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...

Members of the CO Retail Network are set to take on one of their toughest charity challenges to date this summer as they raise funds for the MND Association.

A team of 20 participants – a record high – from across CO Manufacturing and its Retail Network...

­At RENOLIT, we’re committed to shaping a more sustainable future. Our latest milestone? A fully funded solar PV project at our Cramlington site in the UK that’s setting new standards for energy efficiency and carbon reduction.

A Powerful Partnership for a Greener Tomorrow

When RENOLIT UK wanted to significantly cut carbon emissions, reduce energy costs, and boost on-site generation, without the requirement to use any of their capital, they knew that collaboration was key. Together with Zestec Renewable Energy, Seed Renewables Limited, and Octopus Energy Generation, they’ve implemented a 1.76 MWp solar solution producing...

Leading home improvement companies from across the United Kingdom met in Manchester to attend CO Manufacturing’s latest Sales & Marketing Conference,

Held this year in the iconic 1868 Suite inside Emirates Old Trafford Cricket Ground, owners, directors and...

In today’s fast-paced home improvement industry, efficiency, precision and the ability to attract new customers are key to success. vsHome, PST’s advanced yet user-friendly sales and surveying software, is the ultimate solution for businesses looking to design, visualise and price a wide range of home improvement products, including windows, doors, conservatories and garden rooms.

From visualising complex conservatory layouts to streamlining the pricing process, vsHome is an essential tool...

Bespoke secondary glazing specialists Selectaglaze has further strengthened its manufacturing capabilities with the purchase of a second FMC 340 CNC Machining Centre from FOM Industrie, supplied by Haffner.

The investment follows the successful installation of the company’s first FMC 340 in 2023. Having experienced the benefits of improved efficiency, accuracy and automation across its production facility, Selectaglaze had no hesitation in...