HomePro
Shoots From the HIPP
HomePro has launched - initially through its strategic partner the Britannia
Building Society - a new product that the company claims is set to generate
huge demand for home improvement work by potentially millions of consumers
and great business opportunities for professional tradespeople.
The new product - known as the Home lmprovement Protection Plan (HIPP)-
is an insurance-backed guarantee (IBG) giving homeowners confidence in
commissioning improvement works; and removing any psychological 'fear'
barriers to employing tradespeople to undertake projects in their homes.
The initiative is also being supported by a massive consumer TV and press
advertising drive from Britannia.
Many consumers are, at best, nervous about sourcing tradespeople for home
improvements because of doubts about encountering rogues. HomePro claim
HlPP will
lay those fears to rest for good. The HlPP will enable the consumer to:
protect any deposit payments up to the value of 25% of the contract; assist
in providing a new contractor in the case of a 'let down'; protect against
work being left unfinished; guarantee the quality of workmanship and materials;
and insure against increases in cost through changing contractor. The
plan also covers all the terms of the IBG in the event of a contractor
ceasing trading - and is fully transferable to subsequent dwelling owners.
Furthermore, the package and HomePro's Find-a-Pro service has now been
rolled out to over 190 Britannia Building Society branches nationwide.
HlPP and Find-a-Pro is also, of course, available to Britannia's 2 million
members through: http://www.britannia.co.uk.
Britannia is publicising HlPP and Find-a-Pro through a widespread consumer
advertising campaign in the late spring and early summer. The half-double-page
spread adverts - using the tag line Britannia can lend you the money,
find you a builder and a guarantee for the work - will run in over 20
consumer magazines and national newspapers. The TV campaign will mirror
that theme too. Titles on the schedule range from ldeal Home, Good Housekeeping,
House Beautiful and Homes & Gardens through to the Mail on Sunday's
YOU magazine, the Sunday Times and the Saturday and Sunday Telegraph magazines.
The entire package will provide Britannia's millions of members with access
to the comprehensive quality ranked directory of skilled and reputable
trade professionals; while HlPP will give them the ultimate confidence
in having the work undertaken. Britannia is Britain's second largest mutually-owned
building society, with 2.2 million members.
HlPP will be extended to other HomePro strategic partners in due course.
Anyone who wants to see what HomePro and Britannia are doing to grow the
businesses of trades professionals can check out the initiative at: http://www.britannia.co.uk/improve.
Contact: Kim Rehfeld
Tel: 0870 7344 344
Email: mailto:info@homepro.com
Web: http://www.homepro.com
New
88 Series Door Closers from Union
Union
has launched the smart 88 Series door closers to complement its new contemporary
range of door furniture. The top of the range 8826 power adjustable door
closer offers total flexibility with universal arms for choice of fixing
position. Main features include backcheck, delayed action, and a hold
open option. The benefits to the client are that whatever the application
they have a door closer fit for purpose. Finishes include polished or
satin stainless steei and every closer has 'G25' a 25 year guarantee.
Also within the range is the 8826R. This door closer has a slide track
arm that sits flush with the top of the door when it is closed making
it more aesthetically pleasing.
Other new products include the power selectable 8824 door closer with
a standard universal arm and metal cover, available in silver, gold or
bronze. Dependant upon the weight and dimensions of the door simply move
the closer along the door edge to gain the optimum performance on closing
action.
Also new to the range is the 8833 fixed power size 2-3 rated door closer.
Available in a silver finish with no cover. To complete the range Union
has the 8823 door closer for contract jobs. All supplied with 'G10' a
10 year guarantee.
Tel: 01902 366911
Email: mailto:union@locksinfo.co.uk
Web: http://www.unionlocks.co.uk
Premdor
Speed Set installation-ready doorsets
'Speed Set has created a new benchmark for installation-ready doorsets.
The sets can be erected without special joinery skills in about 20 minutes,
up to a quarter of the time it takes for traditional installation saving
labour costs and reducing build times,' says the company.
Speed Set is suited to both domestic and commercial volume new build.
It arrives on site as a complete pre-assembled unit, including architraves,
with the selected door from Premdor's interior door range pre-hung, together
with factory fitted door latches or locks.
A regional network of accredited Speed Set distributors ensures local
delivery to the site on a 'Just in Time' basis, which has benefits for
builders and developers. These include minimising the wastage often caused
by damage or theft, maximising on-site
storage space and installation after plastering to reduce the possibility
for moisture damage.
The full range of products available can be seen in the 2002/2003 Premdor
Range Guide. For literature please call 08000 260760 or email: mailto:ukmarketing@premdor.com
Web: http://www.premdor.co.uk
01226 383434 01226 388808
Premdor
Patio and Terrace Doors
A new PVCu option is creating a new look to the range of French and Patio
doors available from Premdor.
The
company has introduced a white PVCu finish in both styles, which also
feature 24mm double glazing using Low 'E' glass toughened to BS6260: Class
A. Manufacturer's tests show that this achieves thermal efficiency at
or below the all-important U value of 2.0w/m2k.
The doors are manufactured with a welded outer frame incorporating concealed
drainage and are guaranteed for 10 years. They also achieve severe weather
rating for water and air penetration to BS6375.
Terrace entrance doors have also been given a makeover. A new range of
premium specification doorsets meets the requirements of Part L and Part
M.
The Brittany 24 and Camargue 24 complement existing styles in the range
but include 24mm double glazing with Low 'E' glass as standard and low
level thresholds to allow easy access.
Both designs are supplied as pre-hung doorsets in selected hardwood or
softwood material with base stain ready for on-site decoration. A four-point
espagnolette system and ironmongery is included.
The full range of products available can be seen in the 2002/2003 Premdor
Range Guide. For literature please call 08000 260760 or email: mailto:ukmarketing@premdor.com
Web: http://www.premdor.co.uk
Vitawin-Reth
Door Handles
Reth UK showcased its Vitawin range of door handles at Interbuild 2002.
'Vitawin's unique design door handles give smooth operation of the door
locking system and the handles are manufactured in quality die cast zinc
alloy and aluminium, which means assured operational ability, gives strength,
endurance, durability and reliability to the functionality of the door
sash.' says the company.
The powder coating and electro-coating finishes are available in white,
gold, black and chrome - in 92mm PZ size as standard. The door handles
are manufactured to suit the majority ofall door bolt- locking systems
sold in the UK.
Vitawin also offer a custom design service to manufacture a handle of
the customer's own design.
All stocks are available from the company's UK warehouse facility delivered
within 24 hours as standard.
Tel: 01623-439382
Vitawin-Reth
Friction Stays
Reth UK showcased its Vitawin range of friction stays at Interbuild 2002.
'Vitawin's unique design friction stays gives smooth operation ofthe stay
and the rod being manufactured in quality stainless steel, gives strength,
endurance, durability and reliability to the functionality ofthe sash,
designed to incorporate generous opening angles, together with a smooth
glide operation/action of the window.' says the company.
The Vitawin friction Stays are available in top hung and side hung options
in variable lengths and weight loadings, non -handed for ease of fabrication
and stock control.
All stocks are available from the company's UK warehouse facility delivered
within 24 hours as standard.
Tel: 01623-439382
Vitawin-Reth
2D Butt Hinges
Reth UK showcased its Vitawin range of 2D butt hinges at Interbuild 2002.
Vitawin's 2D butt hinge claims to gives smooth operation of the door and
is suitable for both PVCu and timber doors. The hinge is fully adjustable
in two lateral directions for generous adjustment and increased compression.
The hinge is compatible with most major profile systems and carries an
impressive weight loading capability. The hinge is non-handed for ease
of fabrication.
'The 2D Flag Hinge is manufactured from quality die cast zinc alloy, assuring
operational ability, gives strength, endurance, durability and reliability
to the functionality ofthe door sash. The door hinge finish is high performance
powder coating of exceptional quality, to withstand the elements.' says
the company.
The 2D Flag Hinge is available in 110mm size and in white and brown options.
All stocks are available from the company's UK warehouse facility delivered
within 24 hours as standard.
Tel: 01623-439382
Widest
Range of Cills from Plaslyne
Plaslyne,
the building products distributor, has extended its range of cills. The
complete range features some 54 product variations with sizes ranging
from 85mm to 225mm heavy duty cills.
Colours match all white and woodgrain finishes, including Light Oak and
Rosewood, to complement window and conservatory installations. Special
colours are available to order.
All the cills can be cut to size and most are available from stock, offering
installers a greater and immediate choice from distributors. they come
complete with end caps, matching trims and accessories for quick and easy
installations.
Plaslyne also supplies 155mm and 180mm large platform versions of its
Eco cills which provide robust value-for-money. All are available through
a national network of approved stockists and distributors.
Plaslyne offers a full range of plastic and cellular building products,
from roofline applications and window ancillaries to decorative cladding,
through a national network of approved stockists and distributors.
Tel: 01242 243444
Mila's
Warrior Espag' Handle
Mila
has again broadened its Warrior range of window and door hardware with
the introduction of an Espagnolette Handle for use with all types of Espagnolette
and shootbolt mechanisms, for PVCu or timber casement windows.
'The Warrior Espagnolette Handle continues Mila's philosophy for the brand
of offering a wide range of commodity products that offer excellent quality,
value and performance, and which are fully integrated with each other.'
says the company.
The Warrior Espagnolette handle is available in in-line or cranked versions,
in white or brass, with each featuring an ergonomically designed grip.
For safety and security the handle features push-to open button operation,
and latches securely in the closed position to be key locked. Each handle
is supplied with a key, screw cover and fixing screws.
Tel: 01327 872511
Email: mailto:sales@mila.co.uk
Web: http://www.mila.co.uk
The
Easy Way Out from Wagner
Hardware
distributors, Wagner (GB) Ltd, has announced the arrival of Strand Millennium-Push
emergency exit hardware.
Designed, manufactured and certified to BS EN1125, the product is entirely
surface mounted and is suitable for PVCu, timber, aluminium, steel and
composite doors depending on the striker plates ordered.
A dogging mechanism, which enables the latches to be held in the withdrawn
position to enable ease of passage, is standard on all versions, be it
the single latch, 3-point latch or 3-point panic bolt. There is also an
anti-thrust snib on the centre latch to help improve security.
As with the existing Superseries range from Wagner, Millennium-Push can
be fitted with an outside access kit incorporating a standard euro-profile
cylinder.
Contact: Gary Gleeson
Tel: 01634 263263
Email: mailto:sales@wagnergb.com
Web: http://www.wagnergb.com