Weekly Email News for the Glass,
Glazing & Fenestration Industries
29th January 2008
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With the growth towards glass in conservatory roofs, Aztec Conservatory Roof Systems has engineered what it claims is the simplest yet most effective means of glazing the roof, enabling potentially just one man to construct the whole roof
More Here:PatioMaster, the national network of specialist PVC-U patio door manufacturers, has introduced an advanced six-hook multipoint lock to its already extensive range of hardware products
More Here:GAP's latest introductions include grained fascias and cladding, Tudor board, cast iron effect rainwater, plastering, electrical power tools, skylights insulation and loft hatches
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Cotswold's new Extreme Heavy Duty range of hinges is meeting growing demand for hardware for larger side hung and triple glazed windows
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K-Seal Glass says that Enviroglas™ has created quite an impact on the market since being launched due to the environmentally friendly properties it provides
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As the domestic retail market for composite doors grows, Rockdoor says that it has proved a hit with homeowners. Its two best-sellers for the market are Jacobean Scorpio and Windsor Triton
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VEKA says that it has taken advantage of today's modern technology to produce a new fully sculptured vertical sliding sash window that combines the highest possible performance with the desired aesthetic appearance
More Here: Conservatory roof fabricator S&J Link of York has launched a smoking shelter, ideal for use on premises such as pubs, clubs, hotels, and offices
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Thermix-TX.N warm edge spacer tube has expanded its range of smaller spacer widths with the new subtle design upgrade which makes them easier and safer to bend to achieve the ideal gas-tight sealed unit
More Here: Kommerling UK, the manufacturer and supplier of sealants and adhesives, recently launched its new TPS (thermo plastic spacer), Koedispace 4SG
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LSH
UK
has launched a Slimline lock security solution for patio
doors. The LSH Slimline patio door lock features a four
point hook locking system, with anti-slam pins, an advanced
bi-directional gearbox and a robust one piece keep bar
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Fendor Ltd has announced that Martin Smith has joined Fendor in the capacity of Technical Manager
More Here: MRA Marketing's Director and PR Manager, Lucia Di Stazio, is celebrating ten successful years at Michael Rigby Associates
More Here: In its recent creation of the role of Technical Director, Latium Building Products has appointed well known PVC industry name and polymer expert, Dr. Sean Cockett
More Here: Aluminium systems supplier Beaufort Secure Design has boosted its technical and sales support for customers throughout the UK with the appointment of Kenneth McMichael as Technical Sales Engineer
More Here: Ultraframe fabricator, S&J Link has recently appointed three new members of staff into key roles as part of the company’s exciting expansion programme
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Makita has launched a new orbital jigsaw suited to light duty activities such as the installation of new work surfaces, boxing around baths or for fixing panelling to alter décor appearances
More Here: The Hoffmann system of timber jointing using the company’s special serrated dovetail keys is being used to manufacture compound wood/aluminium windows at specialist manufacturer Design Facades
More Here: Carmarthen-based fabricator, Nolan UPVC, has recently had the SBA Centre from Haffner GB Ltd installed and says that it has been celebrating the company’s decision to invest ever since
More Here: While Promac and its Italian machinery partner For.El have led the way in fully automated Super Spacer® lines, the company is quick to add that its portfolio of equipment to the glass processor is both extensive and backed with considerable support in the UK
More Here: The new compactsealer, from the Bystronic Lenhardt Technology Centre gives insulating glass producers an opportunity to begin automatic sealing on a professional level at affordable prices
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FIS Windows is a Suffolk based manufacturer that prides itself on the outstanding levels of quality, service and commitment it offers customers
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A hardware package from Groupco is complementing the specification of a multi-million pound residential development on Guernsey
More Here:Mablethorpe Joinery has manufactured and fitted 50 sliding sash windows and entrance doors for a new development of houses in the conservation area of Louth, Lincolnshire
More Here: Ford Windows, a Eurocell fabricator based in Sheffield, supplied the vertical sliding sash windows that enhance the Devessey Woodlands development
More Here: Sheerframe fabricator and installer Campion Glass has completed a major window replacement project for National Grid at its Pipelines Maintenance Centre (PMC) headquarters in Ambergate, Derbyshire
More Here: The REHAU Polytec 50 curtain walling system has been used in the second phase of a refurbishment programme at St Margaret of Scotland Junior School in Luton
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Conservatory Outlet has just posted its latest promotional video on its own website and You Tube showing how the company’s specialist glass division manufactures energy efficient sealed units from its factory in Huddersfield
More Here: Synseal has just made ordering composite doors even easier. Now Global composite doors can be ordered online at www.synseal.co.uk/door. Simply fill in the sizes, colour and style you want with you choice of glass. Then fill in the details of where you'd like it delivered
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Charity bike rides are very much in vogue for the glazing industry and Conservatory Outlet, Barry Dunlop and Sloane Helicopters have joined the trend by agreeing to sponsor Cycle India on behalf of HEAL, a UK based children's charity
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Avocet Hardware's Maureen Stringer and Diane Crossley rallied together the support of their colleagues to help kick start a charity's fundraising activities afresh for the New Year
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Sue Bentley, Commercial Administrator for Kash n Karry Sealed Units in Rowley Regis, is to run the London Flora Marathon to raise money for St John Ambulance
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We have published a number of articles on Part L of the Building Regulations which you can find here:
PART L ARCHIVES
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has warned NHS trusts and other care providers of the importance of having an effective building management programme. The warning comes after an in-patient of Leigh Infirmary fell from a first floor window suffering a broken ankle.
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The news that Shepley and its sister company Interframe have both entered administration adds to the growing list of New Year failures and threatens the livelihoods of some 380 people.
Having said that, administrator Bill Dawson is continuing to operate the group while looking for a buyer and the latest news is that the current management team have put an offer in, so good luck to them.
A challenging time for the GGF to introduce a new President, but with Rick Wilberforce having done his two year stint, GGF rules mean that a new President had to be appointed. In comes Robert Aitken, no stranger to GGF members, as he is also chairman of the BFRC and chairs the GGF's Home Improvements Executive. Congratulations to Robert and good luck!
Good
news from Poynton this week, where
Crystal Windows has been acquired by Tony Wooderson,
who has held senior management positions with Crystal
since joining in 2001. Founder Paul Masterson, previously
the company's major stakeholder, has sold to enable
him to concentrate on his other business interests.
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Making the Case for PVC-U
Last Saturday’s Telegraph magazine (Jan 19th) slated PVC-U windows in: Is it worth it? Double glazing, by Sarah Callard. Not only does Ms Callard equate PVC-U with double glazing, she claims that PVC-U is an environmental no-no and uses a report by Greenpeace to illustrate this. Sam Kennedy, Managing Director Spectus Window Systems
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Making the Case for PVC-U
Last Saturday’s Telegraph magazine (Jan 19th) slated PVC-U windows in: Is it worth it? Double glazing, by Sarah Callard. Not only does Ms Callard equate PVC-U with double glazing, she claims that PVC-U is an environmental no-no and uses a report by Greenpeace to illustrate this. Sam Kennedy, Managing Director Spectus Window Systems
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Freefoam
Response
I'd like to thank Tony Crutcher for confirming in his letter to the Gl@zine (22.1.2008) that Celuform still uses a tin stabiliser in its roofline products and does not have its own blending facilities - obviously bad things in Tony's eyes. Tony Walsh, Managing Director, Freefoam Plastics Ltd
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I'd like to thank Tony Crutcher for confirming in his letter to the Gl@zine (22.1.2008) that Celuform still uses a tin stabiliser in its roofline products and does not have its own blending facilities - obviously bad things in Tony's eyes. Tony Walsh, Managing Director, Freefoam Plastics Ltd
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Trade
Sales Representative
Euro
Design is a North Yorkshire
based company manufacturing,
supplying and installing
PVCu and Aluminium products
into the commercial market.
We are
currently seeking to recruit
a well presented and fully
experienced or improving
Trade Sales Representative
to enthusiastically promote
and assist in growing the
business in this area.
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Business
Development Advisor
As
UK leaders in the window
industry, SASH UK's stance
has been long-standing and
steadfast seeing them remain
at the pinnacle of the market
for over 40 years. Not only
committed to shaping the
industry's future, SASH
also invests heavily in
its staff and customers
alike securing them total
longevity. SASH UK is currently
seeking applicants of the
highest calibre to add to
its exciting and dynamic
team.
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Business
Development Manager
Our client is part of a well established and substantial international Group of Companies providing a wide range of quality PVCu extrusion systems to the commercial sector.
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System 3 Ltd has an envious reputation as one of the UK's leading independent manufacturers of Insulated Glass units and Toughened safety glass.
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Our client is part of a well established and substantial international Group of Companies providing a wide range of quality PVCu extrusion systems to the commercial sector.
[More Here] Commercial / Technical Sales Administrator
System 3 Ltd has an envious reputation as one of the UK's leading independent manufacturers of Insulated Glass units and Toughened safety glass.
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"Over-revving your car is an unnecessary waste of fuel. Checking your revs - changing up before 2,500rpm (petrol) and 2,000rpm (diesel) – helps keep emissions down and save you petrol and money."
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K Show Attracts more Overseas Visitors
The K show, in Düsseldorf, Germany, achieved a 4.8% increase in visitor numbers compared to the previous event in 2004. This growth was driven by a 19% increase in visitors from outside of Germany.
[More on this Event] Ecotilt Introduced to Canada
There were smiles all round at the launch of Mighton's Ecotilt at the WinDoor Expo in Toronto, Canada. The timber sash window system was launched jointly by sash specialist Mighton and architectural hardware company Ferco.
[More on this Event] Glassex-GP&T Brings in SAS
Senior Aluminium Systems (SAS), one of the country's leading aluminium system suppliers, will exhibit a number of new and existing products on an impressive 90m stand at Glassex-GP&T.
[More on this Event]GlassBuild America
Listed as one of the Top 200 trade shows in the U.S. by Tradeshow Week magazine, GlassBuild America is clearly the place to be from October 6-8th 2008.
[More on this Event] VEKA 'Ecobuild'
Believed to be making its most significant appearance at Ecobuild (26th to the 28th February 2008, Earls Court 2) to date, window, door and conservatory profile systems giant VEKA plc is back, and this time is showcasing its closed loop recycling operations.
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Pilkington has been recognised by the Construction Products Association for its energy efficient IGU, Pilkington energiKare, in Construction Products Innovation and Achievement (CPIA) 2007.
More here: The BBA has introduced a new format for its Agrément Certificates, recognising that increasingly Certificates are viewed on-screen, with the need for key information early on in the document.
More here: Cellular building products supplier, Kestrel, has achieved the environmental management standard BS EN ISO 14001:2004.
More here: Mumford & Wood has achieved BSI Kitemark for its range of timber windows.
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Darfield Junior Football Club is the latest sports club to benefit from the generosity of local Wombwell manufacturer Windowstyle UK, the area's largest single employer, who has supplied a new kit to the club’s under 8's squad worth over £500.
More here: National trade fabricator, Crystal Direct, has designed a free professional document wallet to help installers win sales.
More here: Steve Davis and the Network VEKA message will soon be a familiar sight on Britain's highways, thanks to a new tie-up with its associate supplier, VEKA.
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AAMA 901-07, a voluntary specification covering rotary operators in window applications, has been released by the American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA).
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The recently published Door and Hardware Federation (DHF) comprehensive guide to fire door and shutter certification is becoming the 'bible' of specifiers, designers and purchasers of fire resisting doorsets and shutters.
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New Construction Orders: November 2007
Orders in the twelve months to November 2007 rose by one per cent compared with the previous twelve months, and orders in the three months to November 2007 rose by five per cent compared to the same period a year earlier.
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Spectus fabricator, Indigo (West Midlands), continues to move forward in the market with new employee qualifications and accreditations.
More here: The National Skills Academy for Materials, Production & Supply is being established to facilitate access to industry-specific, customised and quality-assured training in manufacturing sectors including building products, glass, coatings and extractive and mineral processing and print sectors.
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Kent-based trade, commercial and retail window and door manufacturer and installer Piper (Double Glazing) Ltd has confirmed its commitment to reducing its impact on the environment by achieving the ISO 14001 Environmental Management System.
More Here: David McLean Homes uses Kestrel, the no lead, no tin brand of PVC-UE and PVC-U roofline, cladding and window trim products, for its green credentials.
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Edgetech UK, the warm edge technology supplier, is now delivering all its Super Spacer® products to customers in recycled boxes.
More Here: As part of its continued commitment to the environment, WHS Halo has implemented a battery recycling scheme for all its sites.
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Kömmerling Chemische Fabrik, a supplier of sealants and adhesives for the glass and glazing market, has introduced a new range of adhesives and sealants, specifically designed for use in the production of photovoltaic modules and solar thermal panels.
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Public Sector Project Management Conference. Tuesday 12th February 2008 - Bridgewater Hall, Manchester.
[More on this Event] New halls 4A and 7A in the Exhibition Centre Nuremberg will be included in the structure of fensterbau/frontale for 2008 (2-5 April).
[More on this Event]GlazeKart, the endurance outdoor karting race for the glass and fenestration industry, has announced the date for the 2008 event, Friday, 6th June.
[More on this Event]From 21st to 25th October 2008 the global glass industry will convene in Düsseldorf for the 20th glasstec to present the latest developments in the field.
The latest version of Panacea software - the comprehensive fabrication software package exclusively from WHS Halo - has now improved its treatment of curtain walling as well as windows and conservatories.
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PROJECT OF THE WEEK Steel Windows Show their Metal on Modern Apartment Building
Architects of an acclaimed new apartment building in London have utilised the strength and style of steel to create a striking screen enclosing its circulation areas. The Consort Road scheme in Peckham