Weekly Email News for the Glass, Glazing
and Fenestration Industries
13th March 2007
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Cervoglass
the glass roof manufacturing company based in Liverpool has launched
an addition to the existing range of 'new generation glass' products
More Here:
Freefoam
Plastics,
the manufacture of PVC-U and PVC-UE building products for the UK,
Ireland and mainland Europe has launched its next generation rainwater
system
More
Here:
The
newly launched Windowmaker
OnDemand is a solution that gives instant access at anytime, from
anywhere, from a local network or via the internet
More
Here:
The
collection of handmade Decra Fused Tiles from North
Western Lead Co (Hyde) Ltd is one of the largest ranges
of fused glass available
More
Here:
The
UK supplier of sliding and folding hardware solutions has announced
the launch of a new system for folding external double glazed doors,
called the Hafele E3
More
Here:
JELD-WEN,
the UK manufacturer of timber patio doors, has extended its collection
with the new Rio patio doorset
More
Here:
Conservatory
suppliers can now complete the whole job by offering TimberTech
composite decking, made from recycled hardwood sawdust and prime
polymers
More
Here:
New
from steel systems specialist, Schüco
Jansen, is a range of high-strength, concealed fittings
that can be used to add significant aesthetic appeal to many of
the company's steel window types
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Here:
The
latest addition from Synseal
is glob-AL, aluminium top caps, and like all Synseal's roof kits,
glob-AL is available in just three days from order to delivery
More
Here:
Kestrel
is adding six new Black Grain 712 Trims to its 1,300 plus PVC-U
and PVC-UE product lines, following growing requests from stockists
fabricators and installers
More
Here:
A
fixing which allows PVC-U window and door frames to be fastened
to brick and blockwork, then adjusted for a better quality installation
has been launched by SFS intec
More
Here:
Bromley
Adhesives
is a UK distributor for Beadbuddy 45, which enables sealants to
be gunned easily in situations that used to be impossible such as
under window cills, around bulkheads, in air-conditioning ducts
etc
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Here:
Nico
has recently launched LoadPro friction hinges for heavy duty applications
More
Here:
The
TS 1200 door closer has been introduced by GEZE
UK, as demand increases for an inexpensive solution that
still achieves regulatory requirements
More
Here:
The
latest addition to Schüco International's
SunControl range is a Sliding Louvre Blade System that provides
excellent shading but which glides away out of sight when not required
More
Here:
The
new Mega Egress hinge from Trojan,
allows the sash to move in line with the frame when fully open
More
Here:
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Well
established Kömmerling window
and door fabricator, Great Northern Windows,
is under the new management partnership of Emily Hutchinson and Richard
Allen
More
Here:
Derby
based fabricator Windows Direct
has signed a sole supplier agreement with PVCu systems company, Kömmerling,
and now manufactures Kömmerling Connoisseur and the new System
70 Gold profile system
More
Here:
K2
fabricator, Four Seasons Conservatories
is benefiting from an expanded range of products that includes the
K2 conservatory roof system, K2 roof vent, Celsius Performance Glass
and L2 in a Pack
More
Here:
New
start up fabricator, Frame Academy
based in Barton-in-Fabis in Nottinghamshire, says that it set up with
Plastmo Profiles because it was such a professional, friendly company
with the right quality product and back up
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Here:
A 250m2 double-glazed Pilkington
Planar system is the latest addition to the 100-year-old His Majesty's
Theatre in Aberdeen as part of its extensive refurbishment, which provides
a new entrance area, café and a rehearsal room
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Here:
Spectus'
Sightline 70+ windows have recently been used to replace 40 failing
PVC-u windows in one unit at the David Lewis Centre near Alderley Edge,
Cheshire
More
Here:
Pilkington
Insulight IGUs incorporating Pilkington Suncool have been installed
as part of the award-winning Lloyd Building project at Trinity College,
Dublin
More
Here:
HOPPE
hardware was specified for the UK's first dedicated moorland research
centre in the Peak District National Park
More
Here:
Aluminium
windows from Beaufort's
Advanced System are combining a traditional look with modern
energy efficiency and easy maintenance at Bickenhall Mansions, a Listed
residential building in London's west end
More
Here:
Self-installed
at this detached house overlooking Poole Bay, glass balconies from Balcony
Systems Ltd provide a no-maintenance, corrosion-resistant
balustrading solution for a harsh coastal environment and clear views
to the ocean
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Here:
A
member of the Steel Window Association
has been involved in the phased refurbishment of an architecturally
important property that forms part of the Hampstead Garden Suburb conservation
area
More
Here:
Surrey
based property developer, Aspex, has used Mighton
Products for the last nine years for all of its sash window
hardware requirements enabling it to expertly renovate period properties
More
Here:
Iain
Pirie has been recruited by the PVC-ue roofline and cladding specialist
Celuform. In the role of Operations
Director he will manage all aspects of planning and procurement, development,
manufacturing, engineering and logistics.
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Here:
Following
sustained and intensive activity to secure new customers VEKA
plc has appointed Emma Crawford as New Business Administrator
to provide support for the company's new business team
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Here:
The
growth of the Conservatory
Outlet dealership
has increased production demand and a new role, Head of Production
was created with Mick Giscombe recruited for the position
More
Here:
Door
and window hardware manufacturer, Roto Frank
has appointed Mel Jones as its new Technical Sales Advisor to cover
Wales and the south-west of England
More
Here:
Deceuninck
has announced the launch of a comprehensive new UK specific
website is designed to showcase and support the wide range
of Deceuninck products
More
Here:
Perfection
from GAP, the UK PVC-U
stockist, is now available to order online Perfection is a
range of glass bevelled doors with the detailing encapsulated
within the sealed unit so light shines though
More
Here:
Dan
Pal UK,
a specialist in high-tech materials for the construction industry,
has launched a new version of its website
More
Here:
The
internet has proved to be a successful medium for TimberWindows.com,
the engineered timber system company
More
Here:
CWG
Choices Ltd has
published 'Matrix 2' in a printed hard copy and an 'On-line'
format
More
Here:
Pearl
Window Systems Ltd
of Bolton is offering a fantastic raffle prize of a brand new
Ford Fiesta Zetec 1.2 S. It's a sleek metallic black motor with
air con and alloys and it could be yours for only £1.
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Here:
Wolfgang
Gorner, Business Unit Director at REHAU
Window Division, will be cycling the 300km from London to Paris
in May to raise money for the National Autistic Society
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Here:
The
Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has warned
employers of the need to 'plan to avoid' work at height
as a firm of specialist joiners was fined a total of £10,000
plus full costs of over £2,124 following a fall
in which a contractor was seriously injured
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Here:
Solarcentury,
the UK solar energy supplier specialising in building integrated
photovoltaics, has been awarded the EUROSOLAR European Solar
Prize for outstanding industrial and commercial company
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Here:
Saint-Gobain
Vitrage,
Saint-Gobain's Flat Glass Sector, and Shell (Shell Erneuerbare
Energien GmbH) have announced the foundation of a 50/50
joint-venture for the production and sale of next generation
photovoltaic panels.
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Here:
Changes
to Part L of the building regulations in the Republic of Ireland,
which came into force in July 2006, will have a dramatic affect on
the specification of new and replacement windows in non-housing. In
most cases Pilkington can help
achieve the new performance requirements with the application of Pilkington
K Glass.
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here:
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Glassex
is Reborn?
Glassex was clearly smaller and the footfall considerably less than
any Glassex I can remember, and had it not been for an epic Tuesday,
I suspect we would have been questioning whether Glassex would return
for next year.
This would have masked the real progress the event has made since Dave Broxton decided to take up the challenge. Listening and acting upon the views of the industry was not on the organisers agenda in previous years, while this year initiatives like the Energy Efficiency area, Gold Club, and exhibitor forum - all driven I understand from industry consultation - came into the mix with varying degrees of success.
And
I am sure it is not likely to stop there as I suspect
the opening times and duration along with a possible
shift to a midweek slot are likely to come under scrutiny.
While numbers are probably the only obvious indicator
of a show's success, it has to be said that the industry
and its showpiece are in a state of transition, and
the exhibitors comments are just as likely to reflect
its impact. We have these and the organisers statement
here.
• On the 18th March 2007 Sue Bentley of Kash N Karry Sealed Units Ltd will be running around Silverstone Racetrack for the charity Cancerbackup. Any donations, please visit the link : http://www.justgiving.com/suebentley
Contracts
Manager: VEKA plc
VEKA
is seeking a Contracts Manager to act as the important link between
the end user and the fabrication and installation Team Companies
in this cooperative construction contract environment.
[How
to Apply Here]
Buyer:
VEKA plc
VEKA plc is part of the world wide family
of The VEKA Group, with eleven factories in 4 continents, we are
the world’s leading designer and extruder of high quality PVCu
products and profile. Based in Burnley, our UK site is recruiting
for a BUYER to take responsibility for the Company’s buying
and negotiation function.
[How
to Apply Here]
Technical Sales Advisor: South East
Continued success and the forthcoming launch of a number of innovative products has created another sales career opportunity at Roto Frank, the world’s leading manufacturer of door and window hardware.
[How to Apply Here]
Sales
Managers: Euroseal
Euroseal, manufacturer of a wide range of seals and pressure
plates for the aluminium glazing market, seeks two experienced sales
managers in the North or Midlands of England.
[How
to Apply Here]
Various
Jobs at Kawneer
Part of Alcoa, Kawneer is a UK market leader in the manufacture
and supply of architectural aluminium systems ready to invest heavily
in the future - including the creation of
a Global Special Projects team (European Region) focusing on bespoke
and semi-bespoke projects where design,
engineering and project management skills will be at a premium.
[More
Here (PDF File)]
Architecture Week 15 - 24 June 2007
Architecture
Week 2007 will be taking place across the UK from the 15 - 24
June 2007, with events spanning a wide range of contemporary arts
and culture, coming together in celebration of the built environment.
[More
on this Event]
Olympic
Delivery Authority 'Plastics Industry Day'
The
Olympic Delivery Authority will hold a 'Plastics Industry Day' with
the British Plastics Federation and plastics industry, to discuss
the role of plastics in the Games. The meeting, which will take
place in the next 3-4 months, forms part of the ODA strategy to
engage with stakeholders at an early stage.
[More
on this Event]
Rockdoor
to Exhibit at CIH Exhibition
Rockdoor
will be showcasing its PVC-U composite door at this years Chartered
Institute of Housing exhibition. The exhibition, being held at Harrogate
International Centre from June 19-21, is the UK's most established
social housing and regeneration event
[More
on this Event]
Work
Wise Week 2007
The
smarter working campaign is gathering momentum as Work Wise Week
2007 is announced. Work Wise Week this year will run from Wednesday
May 16th to Tuesday May 22nd, and will include National Work from
Home Day on Friday May 18th.
[More
on this Event]
Success
for Doorset Solutions for Education
A
partnership of three well-known companies proved a big hit with
specifiers and contractors, when they exhibited a range of solutions
ideally suited for educational buildings at the Building Schools
Exhibition and Conference (BSEC).
[More
on this Event]
fensterbau/frontale
2008
New
halls 4A and 7A in the Exhibition Centre Nuremberg will be included
in the structure of fensterbau/frontale for 2008 (2-5 April). Around
94,000 m2 of gross display area are now available – over 20
per cent more than 2006.
[More
on this Event]
One of the most famous brands on the high street comes to the Ideal Home Show this year (9th March - 1st April) as the JELD-WEN showhouse will be styled by designers from Marks & Spencer.
Almost 21,000 trade visitors came to Peking for Fenestration China from 5-8 December 2006 and visited 210 exhibitors on some 22,000 square metres of display area.
PPG
Showcases Roof Glazing at NAIAS 2007
PPG
Industries showcased new Sungate fR infrared-reflective roof glass
at the 2007 North American International Auto Show.
[More
on this Event]
Bekaert
at Gulf Glass
Bekaert,
the partner of choice for customers seeking the higher coater throughput
offered by rotatable sputtering technologies, will be exhibiting at
the first edition of Gulf Glass on stand E02, from 27-29th March 2007.
[More
on this Event]
Polymer
Foams 2007 Conference
Applied
Market Information, LLC (AMI) is organising an international conference
with a clear focus on applications and applied technology. Polymer
Foams 2007 will take place 2-3 October at the Doubletree
Hotel in Newark, NJ, USA.
[More
on this Event]
Interbuild
2007
Interbuild,
the UK's most comprehensive building and construction trade show returns
to its traditional time slot in the autumn from 2007, show organisers
Emap Construct confirmed.
[More
on this Event]
In this month's What's New section of the BBA
website there is news on a new BBA inspection scheme run for Excel
Building Solutions for its BBA-approved Warmcel insulation product
and Eclipse Trade Frames BBA-verified BFRC A to E energy-rated range
of Profile 22 windows.
More
here:
Kevin McClure and Martin Davidson of Rooms
& Views were asked by Phil Heaps, Redrow Homes' (Lancashire)
Commercial Director to attend the company's offices at 10.30am on
Friday 23rd February 2007.
More
here:
Long
term VEKA fabricator Manx Glass and
Glazing is commemorating 100 years of the famous
TT Races on the Isle of Man by sponsoring one of the high powered
bikes to be used in the races.
More
Here:
A
local primary school has benefited from the generosity of Rochdale
company Anglian Building Products
after it stepped in to sponsor a new sports kit.
More
Here:
One
hundred and fifty people defied the storms on Thursday 18th
January to visit the open day at Synseal's customer Northwich
Glass.
More
Here:
Ultraframe
has introduced a range of updated literature to assist its customers
with specifying, surveying and selling the company’s conservatory
roofs. The updated brochures are the Surveyor's Guide, Formulae
Guide, Conservatory Directory and the Essential Guide to Conservatories.
More
Here:
A new brochure has been produced by Carl
F Petersen Ltd, the specialist distributor of window
and door fittings. The literature presents the comprehensive range
of Fuhr multi-point locking door bolts.
More
Here:
Hardware distributor, Wagner,
has introduced a new full colour product guide for its range of
fanlight window gear.
More
Here:
NHBC,
the authority and leading expert on new homes, on 9th March submitted
its response to the Government's ‘Building a Greener Future:
Zero Carbon Development’ consultation.
More
here:
Carl
F Petersen,
the specialist window and door hardware distributor, has achieved
the Investors in People standard.
More
Here:
The
National Glass Association (NGA)
announced recently that one of the three largest glazing contractors
in the United States, Trainor Glass Co., has become the latest subscriber
to its on-line training programme, MyGlassClass.com.
More
Here:
Purplex,
the window industry consultancy, is opening a new Training Academy
at its offices in Weston Super Mare on 12th March.
More
Here:
In the context of CE Marking,
most flat glass products sold in the European Union must now conform
to European technical standards known as harmonised European Norms
(hEN), as dictated by the Comité Européen de Normalisation
(CEN).
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Here:
Climate
Change is the EU's top priority according to the European Commission
and Member States are committed to cutting down on CO2 emissions to
meet the Kyoto Protocol targets. Despite all the efforts, Member States
keep on wasting a significant part of their energy due to inefficiency
and buildings are responsible for 40% of Europe's total carbon-dioxide
emissions.
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Here:
The
European Lead Sheet Industry Association
(ELSIA) has invested in long-term research, which investigated the
comparative environmental performance of lead sheet and other building
materials
More
Here:
Reed
Exhibitions plans to hold the next Interplas
on 15-18 May 2007.
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on this Event]
Plans
for GPD 2007 (June 15 - 18) are
well underway. The event will again be held in its traditional grounds
in Tampere, Finland.
[More
on this Event]
Interbuild 07, The Home of Building, will be staged at
the NEC Birmingham for five days between Sunday 28th October and Thursday
1st November 2007.
[More
on this Event]
PRODUCT OF THE WEEK
Looking
Good
with
Spectus'
New
Z Sash
Spectus
has
updated
is Elite
63 range
to include
the
new
A32
Slim
Z Sash
which
measures
just
62mm
wide
across
the
front
face.
The
new
profile
enables
slimmer
opening
fan
lights
to be
produced.
[More
on this
Product]
Product
of the
Week
Archive
here
PROJECT OF THE WEEK
Pilkington
Activ™
Looks
Out
for
the
Ferries
It
has
taken
ten
long
months
in
planning,
but
Pilkington
Activ™
Blue
self-cleaning
glass
is
poised
to
be
installed
in
a
very
unusual
place
–
within
the
two
observation
towers
at
the
Woolwich
ferry
on
the
River
Thames.
[More
on
this
Project]
Project of the Week Archive here
PILKINGTON FANTASY FOOTBALL
Mourinho
Mouths
Off
As Chelsea
Come
Back
In The
FA Cup
It was
another
quiet
weekend
for
Pilkington
Fantasy
Football
managers
with
the
Premiership
being
put
on hold
for
FA Cup
quarter-finals.
For
some
of the
teams
who
did
play
at the
weekend
it had
already
been
a busy
week,
with
Champions
League
and
UEFA
Cup
games
taking
place
just
a few
days
earlier
- but
this
didn't
take
away
from
the
drama
and
excitement
of the
FA Cup.
[Latest
Results
Here]
GLASSEX 2007: REVIEW
Glassex
is
'Getting
There'
says
Organiser
Glassex
knocking
has
almost
become
a
national
sport.
And
whilst
there
has
been
some
justification
for
that
in
recent
times,
this
year's
event
showed
that
someone
at
Glassex
HQ
is
listening.
Everyone
has
a
view
about
Glassex.
And
those
views
can
be
fairly
easily
divided
between
the
knockers
and
supporters,
albeit
the
latter
also
acknowledging
that
things
ain't
what
they
used
to
be.
And
perhaps
that
should
be
borne
in
mind
as
we
dissect
this
year's
event,
poring
over
the
bones
of
what
remains
the
glazing
industry's
key
face-to-face
mass
forum,
as
it
has
been
for
28
years
....
[Read
the
Organiser's
Statement
Here]
'Overall visitor numbers for the show were down and there were fewer exhibitors, but Glassex has always worked well for us so we have reserved the same front of house stand for next year.’
[Read the Rest Here]
Edgetech
Exceeds
Expectations
at
Glassex
Edgetech
had
high
expectations
for
its
stand
at
Glassex
and
wasn't
disappointed
with
plenty
of
new
leads
and
new
business
confirmations
throughout
the
show.
[Read
the
Rest
Here]
Lister
Presented
with
Two
New
Awards
Lister
Trade
Frames
was
presented
with
two
new
awards
at
Glassex
by
BM
TRADA.
[Read
the
Rest
Here]
Major
Success
at
Glassex
for
Cervoglass
Glassex
provided
a
superb
venue
for
Cervoglass
to
demonstrate
its
market
position
with
many
leads
already
converted
into
significant
sales.
[Read
the
Rest
Here]
Wow
Factor
for
Windowlink
at
Glassex
'A
very
good
show
for
us
all
round,’
declared
Windowlink's
MD,
Giles
Hayhurst.
‘Not
only
did
we
do
five
times
more
business
than
last
year
but
we
also
scooped
the
Glassex
Best
New
Software
Product
Award.’