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Stuga Relaunches Website
British fabrication machinery fabricator Stuga Limited has re-designed its web site and has just re-launched it.
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HansenGroup gets Serious about its .BIZ
Founded in 1909, HansenGroup is a Northern European construction specialist with 1000 employees and annual sales of £100 million.
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The Contemporary Glass Society Website is Live!
The Contemporary Glass Society encourages excellence in glass as a creative medium and aims to develop a greater awareness and appreciation of contemporary glass world-wide.
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Email Ordering Facilities at K2
A more efficient method of ordering conservatory roof components will soon be available from K2, as the company introduces its new electronic stock management system.
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Pilkington Commended in 2003 Investor Relations Best Practice FTSE 250 Website Award
The Pilkington corporate website, http://www.pilkington.com, received a commendation in the 'Grand Prix IR Best Practice Website FTSE 250 Award' at the 2003 IR Best Practice Website Awards
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James Harcourt Portal Goes Live!
James Harcourt is launching a fast and friendly online price guide for consumers as an addition to its refreshed Internet presence.
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Log on to the Latest at New Look www.titon.co.uk
Get the latest information from Titon in seconds, by logging on to the trickle ventilator and window fitting manufactures new look website, http://www.titon.co.uk
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Duraflex Nets New Website
PVCu systems supplier, Duraflex, has launched a new website.
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New Marketing Opportunity for Home Improvement Sector
As consumers flock to a newly-launched website that aims to find answers to even the most difficult home improvement questions, companies in that sector are being invited to take advantage of the marketing opportunities the site offers.
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Schüco Launches New Website
Schüco, supplier of metal and PVCu window and door systems, has launched its first UK specific website.
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Visit www.direct4trade.co.uk
Building products retailer Direct4Trade has recently added over 100 new products to its website www.direct4trade.co.uk.
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New Look Website from Synseal
The new look Synseal website is live and ready to welcome online visitors.
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Windows on the Web
The Clement Windows Group Ltd, the steel window company, has recently launched its new interactive website
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UK Business 'More Strategic Approach' to E-Business - Half of UK Firms now Ordering Online
UK business is making good progress in the e-business arena according to a new report published on 3rd December 2002 by DTI-led UK online for business.
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Free Starring Internet Role for Conservatory Projects - Website runs 'Project of the Month' Feature
Conservatory website http://www.conservatoriesonline.com is offering conservatory suppliers a free starring role on its website.
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Aztec goes Worldwide
Aztec Conservatory Roof Systems has launched a new website aimed at helping fabricators, installers and consumers through the process of specifying, designing and building a conservatory
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New Shepley WWWebsite is now Online
After months of development, the new look Shepley.com website is now live
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Faster Fastener Website from Seac
Seac, manufacturer and supplier of specialist fasteners to the construction and manufacturing industries, has re-launched its web site.
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Sharing the Benefit of Experience
The British Plastics Federation (BPF) has launched a new Internet based service provided through BPF-Online: The Business Support Network.
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On-Line for Speed and Efficiency
Error free ordering has been the over-riding benefit of Deceuninck's Synergebuild internet based trading system, according to Kent based MJ Plastics. Since installing Synergebuild, the Deeplas distributor has not had one wrong order, highlighting how Synergebuild technology has significantly improved administrative communication in the work place.
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British Glass Website Relaunch
British Glass launched its new second-generation website on 1st December 2002 - the site provides information on all aspects of the glass industry.
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Dynamic Web-based Knowledge Resource Underpins TRADA 'Revolution'
TRADA is undergoing a revolution in its approach to membership and will adopt a more aggressive, proactive role in building markets for timber. This was the clear message from Andrew Abbott, Managing Director of TRADA Technology Ltd, at the Timber Research and Development Association's annual seminar for members in London recently.
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New HSE Website for Construction Students
A new online teaching aid for construction students and practitioners has been launched by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).
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MyGlaverbel.com': an Interactive Encyclopaedia of Glaverbel Products for the Construction Sector
With 'MyGlaverbel.com', the Glaverbel Group is offering a new approach to and vision of its world of glass for use in architectural and decorative applications. Launched on 28th October at Glasstec 2002 (Düsseldorf)
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Barbour Report 2002: Getting the Most out of Construction Information on the Web
Each year, Barbour Index commissions independent research into important topical issues affecting the construction industry. This research is published in an annual report. The tenth Barbour Report was published at the beginning of July.
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Open for Business 24 hours a day
Chicago Glass (UK) Ltd has set up a new website: http://www.scratchremovers.co.uk - containing information on their distortion free polishing system, for the removal of scratches and graffiti from glass.
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Glassequipment.com
Glassequipment.com is an e-commerce company and web site dedicated to the cost effective supply of high quality products to the glass industry.
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Volkswagen Fleet Services Launches Dedicated Website
Volkswagen Fleet Services recently launched an interactive website, designed specifically to cater for the needs of fleet managers and user choosers.
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Peter Hawkins website is now online
The new Peter Hawkins website is now online at http://www.phawkins.co.uk.
The site illustrates the complete range of machinery available
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Plimsoll launches www.whatcompany.co.uk
Plimsoll Publishing has launched a new website -
www.whatcompany.co.uk - aimed at owners/managers in the UK Windows & Doors industry looking to make an acquisition or to sell their own company.
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Misleading Domain Name Ads Stopped: First UK/US joint action
In the first case of its kind the OFT has stopped two companies from publishing misleading advertisements for website domain names that are difficult to view on the world wide web. The OFT worked alongside the US Federal Trade Commission on this case.
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MASTERDOR DEMONSTRATES ORDERING MADE EASY
Manse Masterdor Ltd has introduced an innovative database, with a comprehensive and flexible range of applications.
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Saint-Gobain Glass - the New Online Profile
Saint Gobain Glass has launched a new website and online profile presenting the Group network in the UK and Ireland. This new website is the flagship of all the lnternet projects of Saint-Gobain Glass.
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BSI launches on-line information service for the construction industry
BSI has launched an on-line information service for the construction industry: the CPD Standards Tracker (http://www.cpdtracker.com).
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Wright Style Unveil New and Interactive Website
Wright Style, the UK steel glazing systems specialists with an intemational customer base, has launched a new and interactive website.
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Hardware Debate Goes Live
An industry barometer has been launched in the form of 'In Your Perspective,' an on-line forum page from Cotswold Architectural Products, designed to stimulate industry discussion and encourage more widespread use of websites and e-commerce in the industry.
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Ambersil Industrial goes dotcom
Ambersil, manufacturer of industrial consumables, and maintenance chemicals, has launched its new industrial web site, http://www.ambersilindustrial.com

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Builders Reluctant to Beef up Internet Connections
Building firms are lagging behind other industries in up-grading their internet connections to cope with large amounts of information according to research.
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NEW E-COMMERCE LAWS UNVEILED
The Government today issued new regulations to encourage greater use of e- commerce by breaking down barriers across Europe and boosting consumer confidence
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Home Improvement Website Seeks Suppliers for Europe
Conservatory and window suppliers are being sought for potentially lucrative business in mainland Europe.
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Structural Glazing Launches Suite of Information Points
Structural Glazing Ltd has launched a comprehensively revised web site at http://www.structuralglazingltd.co.uk. The company also has a new brochure and CD showcasing Structural Glazing's products and services.
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TRIC Offers Free Legal Advice on Waste Management
The Timber Recycling lnformation Centre (TRIC) has launched a 'Legal Zone', created in collaboration with Clarks solicitors, to guide companies through legal issues associated with waste management.
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Online Information Service Encourages Greener Business Practices
A new information resource for environmentally aware businesses is now available with the launch on the 3rd May 2002 of a new website by the Waste and Resources Action Programme (WRAP).
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Sales Opportunity for Sunblind Suppliers
- Free Listing and Website Link Offered on Home Improvement Site
Sunblinds suppliers are being invited to participate, free of charge, in a marketing initiative in which they can have a free listing on - and website link to - a popular home improvement website.
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Website launch for Foilex
Foilex, the new specialist name in foiling, has launched an innovative new website to provide customers with a comprehensive guide to its service offer.
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Browse Through Styleware's Portfolio
'Searching for a new product, or for a new supplier that can react quickly and efficiently to your needs? Then go to Stylware's new website and discover some of the exciting innovations they are able to offer their customers!' says the company
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DTI Brings UK Business 'One-Click Access' to Latest Technology Information
A new website which will provide UK businesses with information about the latest technology developments around the world was launched last week by Science Minister Lord Sainsbury.
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BBSA Launches New Website
The British Blind & Shutter Association (BBSA) has recently launched a new
website at: http://www.bbsa.org.uk
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PPG Earns 'e-Learning Success Award' for Fast, Efficient Global Training Efforts
PPG Industries recently won an 'e-Learning Success Award' from e-Learning Magazine for its fast, cost-efficient efforts in training employees around the globe.
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Trocal Online Shop Opened
Customers can now order Trocal profiles and accessories on the lnternet as well as by the more conventional methods.
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THE QUALITY INDEX
Specifiers, and anyone else who's interested in Quality Assurance, can now visit a specialised website: http://www.thequalityindex.co.uk, to see which window companies have certification.
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Pilkington Website wins Investor Relations Best Practice Award
The new Pilkington plc website, http://www.pilkington.com, has received a major award just four weeks after re-launch - for 'best practice' in investor relations.
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GOVERNMENT TO CONSULT ON E-COMMERCE REGULATIONS
The DTI today launched a consultation on draft regulations to implement the EU e-Commerce directive.
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Website offers leads from potential 'island' conservatory buyers
Conservatory and window suppliers are missing out on sales worth many thousands of pounds by ignoring potential customers on islands around Britain, the Scottish Highlands and parts of the Republic of Ireland.
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OFT issues web warning: US/UK co-operation on website address sales
The OFT is warning internet users purchasing or registering website addresses ('domain names') to make sure they know exactly what they are paying for.
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E-BUSINESS IS YOUR BUSINESS
‘E-commerce is more than just about connecting to the internet. It is about transforming businesses and adopting new ways of working,’ Douglas Alexander, E- commerce Minister told key representatives from the minerals and construction products industry.

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VENT ENGINEERING MARCH WEBSITE PROMOTION
Roof vent specialist, Poole-based Vent Engineering, is offering all visitors who visit its website during March the chance of winning an automated roof vent opening kit worth up to £750.

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LEADING THE WAY ON THE WORLD WIDE WEB!
Secondary glazing specialists, Selectaglaze, claim to be 'Leading the way on the World Wide Web' with the launch of their new website.
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BOWATER WINDOWS NEWBUILD DIVISION SPONSORS NEW HOUSEBUILDER WEB SITE
A new website has been launched as an information service for those
involved in the new build market.
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ALL NEW WEBSITE FOR WHS HALO
WHS Halo, the Sutton Coldfield based window extruder and manufacturer of PVC-U windows and doors has now updated and re-launched their web site.

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JOINT PRESS RELEASE BY THE DTI & BRITISH CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE SUPPORT NETWORK TO HELP FIRMS EXPLOIT E-COMMERCE
In a major new initiative to help small firms exploit the multi-billion pound e-commerce market, world-leading companies in the technology and banking sectors have partnered with the British Chambers of Commerce and the DTI led programme, UK online for business, to set up the first ever support network of eBusiness Clubs to help more SMEs do business online.
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WORK COMMENCES TO HARNESS £1.7 BILLION SPENDING POWER TO ADVANCE BROADBAND INFRASTRUCTURE
E-Commerce Minister Douglas Alexander announced today that a new team is now working to establish the most effective way of buying broadband for the public sector - ensuring hospitals,schools and libraries can access high speed data rich internet services.

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FURTHER CONSULTATION ON E-COMMERCE LEGISLATION
The DTI today announced that there will be a further consultation before implementation of the E-Commerce Directive in the UK.
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E Commerce Award for CWG’s Super Highway
Though runners up in the recent Northamptonshire E-Commerce Business Awards scheme, everyone at Corby Windows Group are holding their heads high when compared with the winner and joint runner up.
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E-ENVOY'S SECOND REPORT INTO 'UK ONLINE'
The UK online second annual report was launched today, by DTI Secretary of State, Patricia Hewitt and e-Envoy Andrew Pinder. It marks the huge progress made towards ensuring that the UK is a world leader in the knowledge economy.
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ALEXANDER ANNOUNCES NEW PROJECTS TO FIGHT FRAUD AND BOOST E-COMMERCE CONFIDENCE
E-commerce Minister, Douglas Alexander, today announced the latest round of research into developing new technologies to fight fraud and increase e-commerce security.

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SAINT-GOBAIN LAUNCHES BUILD2PRO SERVICES PORTAL
Building distribution specialist SAINT-GOBAIN has created BUILD2PRO, the services portal for all building professionals.
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eBuilder websites provide leads for window trade
Suppliers of double glazing and replacement windows are being invited to participate free of charge in an innovative internet marketing initiative.
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Deceuninck wins major international e-commerce award
Last week Hans Herpoel (Group Director Business Units) and Lieven Vandendriessche (Director Supply Chain & ICT) of Deceuninck, had the honour of receiving the prestigious E-Trends Award 2001, in the presence of 400 guests.
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HomePro restructures and sidelines Fair Trades brand
HomePro Group has re-organised its FairTrades and HomePro business in order to maximise the brand success and potency of the HomePro brand.
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