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One of their customers is going to win a PS5 this August, will it be you?
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Apeer has introduced a showroom kit for trade partners to promote its unique Magic Wreath System, which uses hidden magnets within composite doors to securely attach seasonal wreaths. This innovative feature enhances kerb appeal and is available as a free upgrade until 1 September 2024.
It’s game on at Edge Building Products! 🎮
One of their customers is going to win a PlayStation 5 this August, will it be you?
- Completed orders over £100 ex VAT are counted as an entry into the giveaway. 🏆
- Orders must be placed using a trade account. 🚛
T&Cs apply. Find out more here:
WIN a PS5 — Edge Building Products WIN a PS5 Edge Building Products
ERG, a family-owned window and conservatory specialist, celebrates 50 years of business in the Highlands with record sales and a special competition. Founded by David Joy in 1974, ERG has grown under Ian Joy's leadership, now employing over 40 staff and reaching a turnover of nearly £6m.
The Double Glazing & Conservatory Ombudsman Scheme (DGCOS) has been named a finalist in the Leadership Team of the Year category at the Be Inspired Business Awards. This nomination reflects DGCOS's focus on operational efficiency, staff well-being, and high customer satisfaction standards.
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Vistry Group's Innovation Centre showcases sustainable products, including Freefoam Building Products' eco-friendly roofline and rainwater solutions, in their "Home of the Future." Freefoam's commitment to the Circular Economy and sustainability is highlighted by its inclusion.
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MFT assures customers that the business is not for sale amid recent rumors. Celebrating 40 years in the fenestration industry, MFT remains committed to innovation, quality, and future growth, with plans to unveil new products at FIT SHOW 2025.
Keystone Market Research's Summer edition of the UK Consumer Fenestration Trends report highlights consumer behavior shifts, smart home technology adoption, and fenestration preferences by homeowner type, offering insights for industry professionals.
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Mark Mitchell, Chair of Cornwall Group, shares five tips for preparing your business for market recovery: stay informed on news and trends, understand market cycles, invest in your team, make long-term business investments, and have a strategic plan to ensure readiness and growth.
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David Evans, Managing Director of Anglo, emphasizes the need to stress-test supply chains to prepare for a potential increase in housebuilding. With promising government measures to facilitate planning and compulsory purchase orders, housebuilders support this approach. The fenestration industry, having learned from past downturns, must ensure readiness to meet rising demand.
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Garnalex has earned the QUALICOAT Seaside licence, enhancing its products for coastal use. Martin Froggatt highlights this achievement as a testament to their commitment to high standards in exposed conditions. The Seaside Class offers superior protection against corrosive elements.
Garnalex Attains Seaside Class As QUALICOAT gains popularity in the UK and Ireland, Garnalex has earned the Seaside licence for enhanced coating protection in exposed areas. This achievement reflects Garnalex's commitment to high standards for coastal environments.
Marketing agency Purplex has welcomed five new employees as part of its growth plans. New hires include content writers, social media executives, and a growth manager, all bringing varied backgrounds and skills to the Weston-super-Mare based company.
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Eighty customers of Deceuninck and VBH enjoyed sunshine at the annual Golf Day at Bowood PGA Golf Course in July. Guests met the new General Manager, Darren Woodcock and a team from Window Warehouse won the top prize.
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Shaun Cartwright of Aluprof highlights the growing trend of enhancing outdoor living spaces, driven by the pandemic. With UK gardens being sizable, advancements in materials like aluminium have made stylish and weather-resistant structures like pergolas increasingly popular. Aluprof offers two pergola systems, MB-OpenSky 140 and MB-OpenSky 120, with options for integrated lighting, heating, and weather protection. These systems, available in freestanding or wall-mounted designs, are adaptable for both residential and commercial use.
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Ian Cocken, aluplast's Director of Sales & Marketing, discusses how the company addresses modern window design demands through significant investments in product innovation, infrastructure, and technical support. With advancements like the flush sash, Smart Slide neo, and expanded foil range, aluplast meets contemporary needs for energy efficiency, aesthetics, and environmental impact.
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Wrekin Windows has launched a new brand identity to reflect its forward-facing approach in the social housing sector. Managing Director Steve Jones highlights their commitment to adding value, with new branding set to roll out across the business, including their vehicle fleet.
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Quanex Building Products Corporation has acquired Tyman plc, enhancing its position as a comprehensive solutions provider in the building products industry. This acquisition aligns with Quanex's growth strategy, broadens its market reach, and is expected to increase profitability and earnings within the first year.
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Cyncly’s Sales Manager Greg Beachim emphasizes the importance of succession planning in the window fabrication industry. He advocates for future-proofing strategies and the adoption of new technologies, like Window Designer software, to ensure scalability and sustainability beyond current ownership.
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Cornwall Glass & Glazing completed a major project for Malcolm Barnecutt Bakery in Wadebridge, designing and installing curtain walling and entrance doors. The project involved close collaboration with the client, overcoming site challenges, and ensuring timely completion despite weather conditions.
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Introducing Sheerline's Index Bi-fold System, designed to meet 90% of bi-fold orders. Competing with lower quality imports, it offers high performance with DG 1.4 W/(m2K) and TG 1.0 W/(m2K) U-values. Features include a contemporary sash, easy integration, and quick lead times.
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VEKA plc hosted 'Designing out Crime with VEKA' on 10 July 2024, inviting 17 Designing Out Crime Officers to explore security standards at its Burnley facility. The event highlighted VEKA's processes for attaining PAS24:2022 certification and fostered collaboration between fenestration and police forces.
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Over 200 Profile 22 casement windows and 100+ doors were installed at Lavender Fields Care Village in Yorkshire. Kingfisher uPVC Windows & Doors Ltd used the award-winning Profile 22 system to ensure thermal efficiency, structural strength, and security, providing a high-end living environment.
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Thermoflex, by Thermoseal Group, is now recognized as the best performing flexible silicone rubber spacer bar globally, according to IFT Rosenheim and BFRC. With a thermal conductivity of 0.125W/(mK), it surpasses competitors, ensuring compliance without recalculation.
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Nigel Headford, CAB Chief Executive, highlights the benefits of joining the Council for Aluminium in Building (CAB), including industry recognition, advocacy, networking, and access to technical support, training, and initiatives like 'Closed Loop Recycling.'
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The Residence Collection and Window Widgets have bolstered their team with two new hires: Gavin Turner as Technical Field Manager for the north, and Julian Dobson as Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental Manager. Their extensive industry experience will drive growth and innovation.
Pilkington UK, part of NSG Group, will expand low carbon glass production by 2027 through a new hydrogen plant at its St Helens site, providing up to seven tonnes of green hydrogen daily. This move aims to eliminate 15,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions annually.
Helen Savage of BlogWrite explains how outsourcing marketing tasks like blog writing doesn't mean losing your identity. A good copywriter learns your business values and voice, ensuring that content aligns with your company's ethos.
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Schüco is converting its diesel-powered vehicle fleet to Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) fuel, aiming to save over 380 tonnes of CO2 emissions annually. The initiative includes a 19,000-litre HVO tank and a Tecalemit fuel management system.
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Saint-Gobain Glass's new website features an interactive 3D home render to explore glass applications in design. It combines three websites into one, offering resources, accessibility options, and promoting sustainability efforts.
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Industry partners, led by BDC Aluminium, united to support Little Havens children's hospice by donating and installing new aluminium windows and doors. This contribution enhances the hospice's facilities, aiding in the care and support of children with complex conditions and their families.
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