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frameXpress Ltd enjoyed very positive trading

figures through 2014 which has led to the senior
management team investing heavily in new
machinery, bigger premises and a larger team.
Directors Mark Westbrook and Stuart Green have over

55 years combined experience in the window industry
which has established the company as the success it is
today.
As one of the UKs most well established and well

recognised fabricators, the company has instigated this
extensive development programme to accommodate
increase in demand for the entire product range and to
streamline production.
After major investment in machinery from Winmac UK

Ltd, which includes a new SCHIRMER BAZ-1000-G6VU2-VO Tandem Cutting and Machining Centre that
is recognised as one of the fastest and most accurate
machines of its type on the market, the company is
set to further raise the benchmark. Two new ROTOX
SMK 505 In-Line Five and Four Head Welders, were also
installed along with an SEK701 Butt Welder and an LA
396PC Electronic Measuring system for Bead Measuring.
Investment in new machinery totalling approximately

1m as well as expansion and refurbishment of the
35,000 sq. ft factory, enables the company now to
produce over 1000 windows every week.
This is the latest in a number of substantial
investment programmes that have been initiated
by senior management over the last few years due
to the companys steady growth, and there is more
promised for customers. Already, these developments
have helped to strengthen the frameXpress brand
throughout the industry in respect of quality, durability
and performance.
FrameXpress Ltd has an extensive portfolio
which incorporates PVC-u Windows, Doors and
Conservatories, with A rated windows manufactured
as standard in a variety of PVC-u from Profile 22
Systems. Composite Doors, Biflold doors and
Aluminium products add to the comprehensive range
available.
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This equipment complements 3

other ROTOX CNC Corner Cleaners,
a Crucifix Welder and a Quad Welder
already installed at the company.
frameXpress is now set to reinforce
its corporate position with a 61
strong team and national delivery
fleet which underpins the corporate
ethos of providing premium
quality standards and customer
satisfaction.
Mark Westbrook, Managing Director
comments: Since the equipment
has been installed we have seen
faster manufacturing speeds and
greater accuracy. I wish we had
made this investment with Winmac
UK years ago. Their overall support
and technical advice during
installation demonstrates why this is
a positive Partnership.
At times when many companies
have struggled to maintain positive
trading results, frameXpress has
sustained a strong corporate
position. More recently, this has
been validated further by the
team being bolstered. Recruitment
and internal restructuring has
been initiated recently with the
establishment of a number of key
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middle management positions to

reinforce customer services
Ian Davis, Sales Director comments
frameXpress has a notable
reputation for high quality
standards and a progressive
approach to the industry with
the entire portfolio proving very
popular. Bolstering the team as well
as expanding facilities gives us even
greater scope for development.
Stuart Green, Managing Director
concludes, Expansion is an essential
aspect of growth which enables
us to provide customers with fast
and efficient services. By investing
in modern equipment we can

provide faster turnarounds that our
customers can rely upon.
Sales Director of Winmac UK, Kevin
Noray, says: it has been a pleasure
to work with all of the team at
FrameXpress and to be part of
their success. I am sure that there
will be more improvements over
the coming years as they strive to
remain ahead of the game.
For more information on the
products available in the
frameXpress portfolio please call
01952 581100 or visit
www.frameXpress.co.uk.
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A market survey has found that following a log period of

decline, the UK conservatory market has started to show signs of
recovering
The report from AMA* showed that
the market was estimated to be
worth around 620 million at the
end of 2014.
Two factors have contributed to
the improvement; a combination
of a recovery in the economy in
general and the housing market in
particular. Both helped underpin
rising consumer confidence and
spending on higher value home
improvements, especially with
interest rates so low.
The report shows that in recent
times the market has become more
sophisticated in terms of product
range and offers more options for
a bespoke project. Options now
include conservatories, glazed
extensions which might have a solid
or a glass roof, orangeries, verandas,
loggias etc. Key product features
that have become more important
in the conservatory market include
improved thermal efficiency, high
specification self-cleaning glass,
coloured frames, bi-fold opening
doors etc.
In terms of frame materials, PVC-U
continues to dominate, but timber
has a reasonable share and has
retained its attraction for many
homeowners due to its natural
appearance and sustainability
credentials. Aluminium remains a
more expensive option and while
it has retained a niche share in the
domestic market, aluminium bi-fold
doors have gained widespread
consumer acceptance.
Key suppliers are a mix of national
retail brands, local suppliers and
specialist conservatory installers.
However, in broad terms, the supply
structure for conservatories remains
very complex and fragmented,
reflecting the structure of the
replacement window market. Two
leading players, namely Synseal and
Ultraframe, both of which expanded
in recent years, mainly but not
entirely, through acquisition,
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dominate the conservatory roof

systems sector. The report believes
that consolidation is likely to remain
a feature of the conservatory
market, though a trend to more
bespoke installations provides
opportunities for local companies.
In the next three years, recovery
in the market should lead to a
modest expansion. The market
for conservatories and glazed
extensions in the UK is forecast
to see relatively buoyant rates of
growth in the medium term, and is
expected to reach a value of over
760 million in 2018
There is one factor that may deal a
blow to the recent improvement.
Market growth will only be possible
if the UK economy sees sustained
growth, alongside improvements
in the house moving market,
disposable incomes, and consumer
confidence.
In the longer term, our forecasts
indicate steady growth, but we
do not expect to see a return to
the peak volumes achieved in the
early-mid 2000s, explained Andrew
Hartley, Director, AMA Research.
However, work on existing
conservatories will become a more
important part of the conservatory/
glazed installation market in the
UK in the coming years, as more
homeowners either replace or
upgrade older models.
An investigation into the death of a

worker installing guttering at a home
in Llandudno found he was using an
unsafe ladder
Gethin Kirwan, 35, who lived in Hoole,
Chester, was working at a property in
Llanrhos Road on 4 April 2013 when he
fell from the ladder, sustaining a fatal
head injury.
Thomas Price, who runs a roofline
products business, employed Mr
Kirwan to carry out the work and
was prosecuted by the Health and
Safety Executive (HSE) at Wrexham
Magistrates Court this month.
HSEs investigation found that the
ladder provided by Mr Price was in
an extremely poor state. Although
HSE accepted the ladder was not
responsible for Mr Kirwans fall, it did
have a number of serious safety defects
which had the potential to cause
serious incidents. Two other ladders
provided for use on the job had similar
critical defects.
HSE found the feet of the ladder were
worn through, rungs were bent and
one was missing. The defects were
obvious through even a cursory
inspection and made the ladder unfit
for use.
Thomas Price, of Marnel Drive, Pentre,
Deeside pleaded guilty to breaching
Regulation 5(1) of the Provision and Use
of Work Equipment Regulations and
was fined 4,000 and ordered to pay
4,000 in costs. The court also granted
a Forfeiture & Destruction Order for the
ladders.
Although Mr Kirwans death was not
attributable to the ladder it was in
an appalling state and should never
have been used, stated Chris Wilcox
Inspector, HSE. All work equipment
must be maintained in a safe condition
for use and checked regularly for any
damage. For ladders, a quick and simple
visual check should be done to look for
any obvious defects. The most common
and critical issues are worn or missing
feet and damage to the rungs and stiles
which are very easy to spot.
*Domestic Conservatory and Glazed

Extensions Market Report UK
2014-2018 Analysis. For further
information, visit the website:
www.amaresearch.co.uk
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Editors Corner
The Glenigan Index for February,

which covers the value of projects
starting on site in the three
months to January, is 2% down on
a year ago.
Although there was a significant
decline of 17% in new civil
engineering schemes, falling
levels of social housing and
public nonresidential building
have contributed to a subdued
performance across the industry,
Glenigan notes that none of the
main sectors expanded by more
than 1% in the latest period. It
points to investor confidence and
the flow of new developments
remaining strong, with a 10% rise
in the value of projects achieving
detailed planning consent during
2014.
Glenigan also found 1,250
previously stalled projects were
brought back into development
during 2014, a 13% rise on a year
earlier.
The industrial sector was
particularly buoyant with starts
rising by 46% in 2014 and has
maintained this momentum into
the New Year, with the latest
reading showing a 48% increase
relative to a year earlier. This surge
has been driven by strong demand
for logistics and distribution space,
with clients bringing forward a
number of large schemes. Glenigan
tracked 21 industrial projects
worth between 20 million and
100 million starting on site during
2014, including the 77 million
Thunderbird 2 distribution project
in Kettering, Northamptonshire.
A 40% year on year rise in detailed
planning approvals in the final
quarter of 2014 suggests the sector
will remain a good source of work
during the coming year.
Forecasts for the education sector
were also found to be positive, with
the flow of school projects set to
expand strongly over the coming
year. However, work under the
Priority School Building Programme

had so far been slow to materialise,
contributing to the 12% fall in
education starts over the last three
months. But Glenigan believed
that a 21% rise in detailed planning
approvals over 2014 suggested an
upcoming improvement in sector
activity.
Meanwhile, the commercial sectors
continue to perform solidly, with
office, retail and hotel and leisure
starts up by 2%, 5% and 10%
respectively.
35% increase in project starts

the peak of a 17-month run
of consecutive growth, stated
Allan Wiln, Economics Director,
Glenigan. However this expansion
moderated downwards through the
end of last year.
Allan Wiln, Economics Director,
Glenigan none of the main sectors
expanded by more than 1% in the
latest period.
At this stage a year ago workloads

were expanding at a remarkable
rate, with the January 2014
Glenigan Index seeing a record
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Editors Corner
CPA warns that although growth in construction should continue result of the May
election and capacity constraints may be problems...
In its latest forecast, the
Construction Products
Association (CPA) believes that
construction output is likely to
increase 5.3% in 2015 and 17.8%
by 2018.
However, it noted that growth is
expected to slow in the medium
term due to election uncertainty
and capacity constraints.
Last years recovery in construction
was driven primarily by 18%
growth in private house building,
explained Noble Francis, Economics
Director, CPA. This year, industry
growth will be more broad based
as a further increase of 10% in
private house building is expected
to be supported by 8% growth in
commercial offices.
The CPA believes that growth rates
across most of the industry are

expected to slow in 2016 and 2017
because of uncertainty regarding
the outcome of the General
Election which may give pause to
both contract awards and industry
investment. While this is unlikely
to have an impact on construction
activity this year, due to the lag
between contracts and activity on
the ground, it may have an adverse
effect on output in both 2016 and
2017, argued Francis. Private house
building growth is expected to
slow from 10% this year to 5% in
2016 and 3% in 2017. In addition,
activity in the commercial offices
sector, which is still 39.5% below
the pre-recession peak, is forecast
to grow 7% in 2016 and 5% in 2017.
Growth in total construction output,
therefore, is expected to slow to
4.2% in 2015 and 3.4% in 2016.

The industry had concerns
regarding capacity constraints in
the medium term. While output in
the sector during 2014 was 8.5%
below the level seen in 2007, overall
capacity last year was not seen as
a key issue. It had to be a matter of
concern that construction output
is forecast to surpass the prerecession peak during the next 18
months, despite the industry having
lost 343,000 jobs and considerable
materials capacity in the seven years
following the financial crisis.
As a result, it is essential that
there is significant investment
in UK construction skills and
manufacturing over the next few
years if the growth forecast is to be
achieved, concluded Francis.
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Marketing
The Trojan Group has just

launched a new website
www.trojangroup.com.
Tony Chadwick, Trojans Group
Managing Director, said, We have
worked extensively to develop a
site that is user-friendly and reflects
the qualities and values that Trojan
Group holds. We are delighted with
the result and are looking forward
to hearing what our customers
think.
The website was developed by
Trojans in-house team together
with its marketing and PR
consultancy, Team 4 Marketing.
As Tony says, the site is a good
reflection of what Trojan represents
as a company.
The products take centre stage on
the site, with complete information
on all the ranges, including buy
online facilities and technical sheet
downloads. Elsewhere on the site
there is information on the Trojan

Group and its support services
to help prospective customers
understand what Trojan delivers.
The latest news completes a
site that aims to give visitors the
information they need fast.
The site has been designed to
match Trojans offline branding
using sophisticated shades of
grey, orange and black. It works
seamlessly on desktop PCs, phones
and tablets. Tony says, We know
that more and more people are
accessing our site on mobile devices
so it was important we gave these
users, as well as traditional desktop
users, an exceptional experience.
CONTACT:
Product Enquiries
Tony Chadwick
Trojan Manufacturing Group
Limited,
Fryers Road,
Bloxwich,
Walsall, WS2 7LZ
Tel: 01922 713 933
Email: info@trojangroup.com
Website:
www.trojangroup.com
The Trojan Group has seen sales

increase by over 500% in the past
few years, an excellent indication of
the quality of the package it offers.
The new website takes the quality
of the Trojan brand and translates it
into an online environment. As such,
it looks certain to drive new sales
and create greater awareness of this
already successful company.
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Marketing
Watch the advert overleaf!

Ultraframe, known for its awardwinning marketing as much as
its roof systems has launched a
high-impact TV advert directly
targeting viewers seeking home
improvement inspiration. The
LivinROOF advert will air on the
most popular TV channels aimed
at the home improvement viewer
Home, ITV4 plus the hour on
channels Home+1 and ITV4+1.
Throughout February, viewers will
have several opportunities a day
to see the LivinROOF advert which
sits amongst popular shows such as
DIY SOS, Escape to the Country and
Make My Home Bigger. Ultraframe
marketing director Steve McIntyre

continues: weve been incredibly
prescriptive about the campaign
in terms of the target audience,
theres no better channels to
choose than those dedicated to
home improvement its a perfect
fit with our replacement roof
message and were confident that
our light-hearted, punchy advert
will resonate well with this switched
on audience seeking home
improvement and indeed home
extension inspiration.
The TV campaign further
strengthens the replacement roof
message amongst consumers
following its January campaign
with publisher Centaur Home

Improvement. The results of this
campaign lead to Ultraframe
receiving more leads in January
than any other month in
Ultraframes 30-year history. Steve
concludes: we anticipate the TV
advert being equally as successful
in terms of lead generation for our
network partners the success
of this will be down to the right
product, delivered in a consumerfriendly and informative way.
The advert starts on 7 February
and airs all the way through to 28
February. The advert can also be
viewed HERE
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Marketing
Yale Door and Window Solutions is encouraging its

fabricator and installer partners to Yale it in 2015.
This is the theme of a new Yale consumer marketing
campaign, which will run across both print and online,
along with videos and social media, generating greater
consumer awareness of home security.
With the recovery of the consumer economy in UK,
the prospects for the replacement door and windows
market are looking brighter and so Yale Door and
Window Solutions is using this opportunity to link in
with the consumer campaign more closely, to help
increase sales for its partners in the retail door and
window installation market.
Kevin Hill, Managing Director of Yale Door and Window
Solutions, comments: During recent years Yale Door
and Windows solutions has seen the integration of the
Securistyle business in Cheltenham and a strong focus
on product innovation, with new product launches
such as Yale Blade.
Yale has always been known as the most trusted name
in home security, but we recognise that now is the time
to really harness the power of the brand by putting

together a true retail focused campaign that will benefit
our customers.
We are working tirelessly to highlight the importance
of home security to UK house owners, creating
1.7billion opportunities to see the Yale brand through
marketing activities in 2014.
We are now looking to build on this platform with the
new Yale it campaign, which works seamlessly across
all sectors of the industry, and reinforce the power of
the Yale brand to our fabricator and installer partners.
The campaign message is simpleFit it. Trust it. Yale it.
By choosing Yale products, fabricators and installers can
capitalise on the trust and quality inextricably linked
with the Yale brand.
For further information on the comprehensive choice
of door and window hardware available from Yale Door
and Window Solutions, please visit
www.yaledoorandwindowsolutions.co.uk or
follow @YaleDWS on Twitter.
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Marketing
Andy Ball, Managing Director at Balls2 Marketing

talks about the importance of video in marketing.
on their websites, blogs,
email marketing and
social media.
TV sales have reduced

but video watching is
more important than
ever. In fact on average
theres 6 billion hours
of video watched on
YouTube per month and
100 hours of video is
uploaded on YouTube
every minute. Theres a
lot of evidence to show
how video views have
increased. Cisco Systems
predicts that video will
account for 69% of all
consumer internet traffic
by 2017.
To help businesses create
video content without
blockbuster budgets,
marketing agency, Balls2
Marketing and production
company, Big Ant Video
has launched a new video
service called Balls2 News.
Launched at The QUAD
cinema in Derby in
October at a Marketing
Derby Bondholder
Breakfast hosted by Balls2
Marketing and Big Ant
Video, Balls2 News allows
companies to record video
clips to use in online press,
Mobile devices make all

the difference in video
viewing. Statistics suggest
40 percent of YouTube
traffic comes from
mobiles and it continues
to grow. Today we use
smartphones and tablets
as bite sized chunks of
whats going on in the
world.
On screen its easy to
just press the arrow and
watch. People want video
content, but business
and trade news is not
always available in this
format. The ALS ice
bucket challenge showed
the potential vitality for
video when linked with
emerging technologies,
in this case auto-play on
Facebook.
Years ago the internet
didnt have the speed to
host video, but that has all
changed. With the arrival
of YouTube and Vimeo
it is possible to have
video for your website
to strengthen marketing
messages.
worth 1.8 million words,

which puts the phrase, a
picture is worth a 1,000
words, into perspective.
But for many companies
video doesnt play a
part in the marketing
strategy or how they
deliver their messages. Its
easier perhaps to invest
in longer videos that will
have a longer shelf life.
But if its just a short video
message thats needed,
bigger costs can be offputting.
Its a problem wed been
wrestling with for a while.
It seemed that unless you
could do it yourself, there
was no one that offered
companies a quick, easy
and inexpensive way to
create video content.
When we got the chance
to work collaboratively
with Big Ant Video we
jumped at the chance
because we know its a
serviced that businesses
really need.
We are filming one day a
month at The Old Chapel,

the Balls2 Marketings HQ
in Derby to offer video
production at sensible
prices for companies and
it only takes about half
an hour. The prices start
from less than 100 to
create up to two minutes
of video. Businesses can
sign up to Balls2News as
a standalone service or
as part of a package with
Balls2Marketing.
Theres no limit to what
works well on video. News,
new team members, how
to instructional videos for
products, explaining new
legislation and customer
testimonials are all good.
We believe that adding
video into the mix will
help companies get a
wider reach and their
marketing messages will
stand out from others.
Fancy having a go? Book
now on 01332 559406.
Balls 2 News:
CLICK HERE
If there was ever any

doubt that video content
was important, a recent
survey by Nielsen claims
that 64 percent of
marketers expect video to
dominate their strategies
in the near future. Another
survey by Forrester
Research claimed one
minute of video was
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Appointments
Rob joined in December to support

Deceunincks strong growth. He
has a wealth of experience in the
industry and shares Deceunincks
belief that empowering fabricators
is the most effective way for a
systems company to grow.
I started working in the industry 18
years ago as a Sales and Marketing
Assistant for Rion Ltd, a large
fabricator in South Yorkshire, says
Business Development Manager
Rob Clements. After 11 years with
Rion I needed a new challenge, and
moved to Profile 22. Seven years on
it was time for a change.
Leading PVC-U Systems

Company Deceuninck appoints
Rob Clements to join its
expanding sales team in the
UK.
I always recognised Deceuninck

as a leading systems company, so
when I heard it was expanding
its team in the UK, I jumped at
the opportunity. It also gave me
the chance to work with former

colleague Rob McGlennon in a
growing and highly active sales
team.
Rob Clements explains the benefits
of working with a systems company
that helps its fabricators sell:
Deceuninck gives its customers
a wide range of top performing,
innovative products plus
unmatched customer service and
support. In my opinion its a unique
approach, and I look forward to
contributing to its success.
If you want to find out how
Deceuninck can help your business
stand out from the crowd, call
Rob on 07818 383385 email
Robmcglennon@deceuninck.com
or visit www.whydeceuninck.com.
Total Glass, one of the UKs leading PVC-U window

and door fabricators, has further strengthened its
sales team with the promotion of Karla Greenhalgh
to Area Sales Manager.
Having joined the Liverpool-based fabricator five years
ago as a Production Planner, Karla brings an in-depth
knowledge of Totals extensive product portfolio to
her new role. She is responsible for generating new
business as well as visiting existing customers.
Phill Cresswell, Trade Sales and Marketing Manager for
Total Glass comments: Looking after the Yorkshire and
Midlands area, Karla will be strengthening our external
presence with all our customers while also maintaining
our excellent service levels for both new and existing
ones.
Karla comments: Im enjoying the challenge of bringing

in new business and promoting the fantastic range of
new products we can offer, such as our coloured PVC-U
profiles and an updated Total Glass Composite Door
range. Its also great to communicate with customers
face-to-face, having only ever spoken to them on the
phone over the years.
For more information, contact Total Glass on
0151 549 2339 or visit the website at:

www.totalglass.com.
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Awards
Specialist glass and glazing marketing

communications agency Brouha Marketing is
delighted to announce more award success with
its two shortlisted positions in the prestigious
PRMoment Awards 2015.
Previously known as the Golden Hedgehog Awards,
and with big name sponsors including event partner
the Public Relations Consultants Association (PRCA), the
national PRMoment Awards recognise excellence in all
areas of PR and integrated communications.
We were pitched against multi-service agencies in the
Midlands, Wales and the South, explains Helen Savage,
Director of Communications at Brouha, and are one
of the lucky few to have been selected by the judges
to run for first place in Best B2B Campaign of the Year
and Best B2B Agency of the Year. Its always great to
be up for an award but we are particularly proud to
have been selected by our peers for these categories
with independent judging carried out by high quality,
senior agency and in-house PR professionals. To be
shortlisted amongst impressive brands such as The Red
Consultancy, Frank PR and Man Bites Dog, as well as the
communications teams behind Santander, McDonalds
and Vision Express is the icing on the cake.
Well be keeping our fingers tightly crossed on

the night of the awards where the winners will be
announced, but whether we win or not we are proud to
have got this far and see this as cause for celebration!
Good luck to everyone who has been short listed in the
North and South PRMoment Awards!
CONTACT:
Email:
hello@brouhamarketing.com
Telephone:
01672 514947
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Awards
SYNSEAL NOMINATED FOR THE BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS

2015 award winners will be determined through a
rigorous 3-part methodology which assesses votes
received online, supporting documentation evidence
of merit, sheer determination and hard work from
nominated companies and in-house research to identify
final winners.
Synseal has secured a nomination for the 2015
Business Excellence Awards in recognition of the
companys operating performance and dynamic
business growth achieved over the last two financial
years.
The prestigious annual Business Excellence Awards
were launched by Acquisition International Magazine in
2010 to highlight and celebrate excellence, innovation
and performance across the business, legal, financial
and investment communities worldwide.
Success of businesses is largely down to the collective
effort of all staff employed however the role played by
leaders, especially in the current challenging corporate
environment, is a critical factor. The Business Excellence
Awards seek to prove that in times of economic turmoil,
good leadership can deliver the difference between
surviving and thriving.
We are delighted to have received this Business

Excellence Awards nomination, comments Synseals
Chief Executive David Leng, and it is encouraging
to see that the ongoing corporate development of
our Synseal Group through organic sales growth and
strategic acquisitions is gaining recognition across the
broader business and investment community.
Company Profile:
Founded in 1980, Synseal is the UKs fastest growing

and most dynamic window and conservatory systems
manufacturer. Synseal remains fully independent
and is owned by the people that run the company
on a day-to-day basis following a successful MBO
in February 2010. The management team drive
Synseals commitment to provide the best products,
at competitive prices and with unrivalled support for
and interaction with its fabrication customers.
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Awards
More than a third of categories now live
Time really does seem to be flying at the moment, as the National Fenestration Awards continues its extensive
nominations phase. With over a third of the categories for this years competition now live, and the monthly Cool
Wall competitions in full swing, the NFAs are now stepping it up a gear.
With 18 categories this year, this makes the National Fenestration Awards one of the most all-inclusive and
representatives awards available to the industry. And with 5 brand new categories for 2015, including awards
such as Conservatory Roof Fabricator, Training Centre 2015 and Machinery Company of the year, the NFAs are
comprehensively covering areas of our industry that have previously been ignored, despite their vital importance.
Even in these early stages, there have been plenty of nominations already submitted. Given the activity
surrounding the awards, and even a strong increase in followers on social media, this is a further sign that the
awards continue to go from strength to strength, and point to a strong 2015 overall.
Taking part in the awards is simple and open to everyone who works in the UK fenestration sector, in any position.
Simply register on the National Fenestration Awards website in less than a minute, confirm registration via email,
and thats the process complete. From there, all users will be able to nominate once per category. Each and every
nomination really does count and makes a real difference as to who makes it to the final voting phase later on in
the year.
Truemans Windows sponsors NFA stopover
The NFAs have also announced that Truemans Windows, double winners in the awards last year, are to be the main
bar sponsors at the NFA stopover event after the motor racing day celebrating the 2014 winners.
Jason Grafton-Holt, Director of the NFAs said: Its great to have Truemans supporting the 2014 winners event. They
supported the awards brilliantly last year, showing support not only for the categories they were participating in,
but the awards in general. To have double-award winners on board is fantastic!
On sponsoring the stopover evening event, Joe Trueman, MD of Truemans Windows said:The NFAs really stand
out for us; theyre well-managed and professional from start to finish, and its important for growing companies to
get recognition any industry. The winners are decided by public vote making it fair for everyone involved. We were
over the moon to pick up two awards, so once we heard the bar sponsor was available, we couldnt resist! Me and
my team are really looking forward to the event.
The stopover event at a hotel near the Oulton Park racetrack is a chance for the winners and main event sponsors
to relax and enjoy a drink after an energetic days racing. The stopover is also an open invitation for the whole
industry to get together. So if there are people in the industry who would like to enjoy a few free drinks and get to
meet some of the winners, then they are very much welcome!
To find out more about the National Fenestration Awards, visit www.fenestrationawards.co.uk, find them on
Twitter: @NatFenAwards or email them on
info@fenestrationawards.co.uk.
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When MyTradeTV first launched in 2012 it focused

on bringing news into the digital age. Seeing
print form a dying medium emphasis was placed
on creating digital magazines and newsletters
carrying all the latest news from the glazing and
locksmith industries. A natural progression from this
founding ethos was to embrace video as a way to draw
traffic through offering a richer, immersive medium to
showcase news, products and industry developments.
After a short period focusing on simply hosting content,
MyTradeTV founder Lee Clarke started to see problems.
Hosting clients videos was a natural way to dip our
toe in the water with video but what we found was our
clients werent always happy with the final product that
their own suppliers had developed or that the content
was a little dated or irrelevant. Theyd spent a great
deal of money on one video that dated as opposed to
smaller amounts on regular video updates. The solution
was to partner up with a local video supplier in 2013
and begin producing their own content in house. An
initial relationship with video production boutique
Giant Leap Productions Ltd helped get things off the

ground with initial collaboration on a monthly newscast
as well as filming of high profile industry events and
companies working within the sector.
A key goal was for MyTradeTV to develop video
production options for clients that were affordable and
to focus on offering regular videos that were short,
sharp and to the point. Regarding the relationship with
Giant Leap Lee commented. Working with Nick Padley
was a great decision as it meant we werent having to
make mistakes and learn from them. Nick could guide
both us and our clients to sensible options and could
take ideas and shape them to properly communicate
was required. That meant getting things right first time
and giving the client exactly what they wanted.
With over ten years experience producing video
content for national brands such as Vauxhall, Puma
and Aljazeera Sports, Nick is fully versed in all areas of
video production and after the success of a soft launch
of video production through MyTradeTV hes now
partnering up to launch MyTradeStudios, a full time
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Video Production
studio dedicated to shooting and editing content inhouse for clients.

Lee Clarke commented, Weve come a long way in the
last 18 months and as far as were concerned video
is a huge part of who we are. We are now right in the
middle of building a state of the art in-house video
studio and Nick Padley running our newly launched
video production brand MyTradeStudios.
When asked about recent developments Nick
remarked. Things are really picking up pace with video
production and weve got some interesting projects
coming up in 2015. With a newly shot and cut promo
for Truedor featuring celebrity architect George Clarke
under our belt weve got some great original portfolio
pieces to show our clients just what we can cook up.
If you want to discuss using video for your business
contact Nick Padley via video@mytradestudios.com
or call the office on 01924 847 875.
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Video Production
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Charity
ERA has chosen The Sick Childrens Trust as its

nominated charity for 2015 with the intention of
raising a minimum of 10,000 this year to support
families with seriously ill children in hospital. The
charity, set up over 30 years ago, provides free Home
from Home accommodation, as well as emotional
and practical support, at leading childrens hospitals
throughout the UK with the clear aim of keeping
families together while children undergo lifesaving
treatment.
Commenting on the decision to nominate The Sick
Childrens Trust as its chosen charity for 2015, ERA CEO
Darren Waters says: we really wanted to harness the
power of our teams across the UK and come together
to support one very worthwhile charity we asked
employees to vote from a selection of charities and The
Sick Childrens Trust was the unanimous choice. Its
the perfect charity for our business we love the ethos
of The Sick Childrens Trust, which is all about keeping
families secure and together during difficult times. The
entire business is brought into this one charity initiative
and weve already made a very healthy dent in our
target.
The Sick Childrens Trust has ten Homes from Home and
supports around 3,500 families every year. Its houses
help relieve some of the practical and emotional strains

of having a sick child in hospital, far from home.
Charlotte Webster, Corporate Fundraising Manager at
The Sick Childrens Trust says: We are delighted to have
been chosen by ERA employees as their official charity
for 2015. Our houses support families at the most
difficult and stressful time imaginable and ensure that
no matter how serious a childs condition, they can be
there for them, right by their side. We rely entirely on
voluntary income to keep our Homes from Home open
24/7, 365 days a year, so ERAs support will go directly
towards helping families in need.
For more information about The Sick Childrens Trust
please visit www.sickchildrenstrust.org. To make
a donation and support ERA in achieving the target
please contact clare.hopkins@grouphomesafe.com
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Charity
With 2014 marking a number of

milestones for GM Fundraising including funds raised breaking
the 1m marker and the 15th
anniversary of supporting Hope
House Childrens Hospices.
The team took time out recently
to discuss whats next for GM
Fundraising. As well as planning
upcoming events, it was agreed that
the longstanding commitment to
Hope House should continue, which
was fantastic news for all involved.
As with everything, explains Gary
Morton, founder of GM Fundraising

it pays to take a step back once in a
while and take stock of everything
thats going on. GM Fundraising
is no different and we wanted to
ensure that what we are doing and
who we do it for is still right for
everyone involved not just the
team and the Hospice, but our loyal
supporters too.
supporters and friends agree and

will continue to help us achieve
many more milestones in the years
ahead.
More information on GM
Fundraising can be found at
www.gmfundraising.co.uk
Although Hope House has

developed and improved over
the years, at the heart of the
organisation, the ethos remains
the same to provide support
and specialist care for life-limited
children, young people and to
support their families. Its always
been all about the kids for us, so GM
Fundraising continuing to support
what Hope House do is as important
to us today as it was 15 years
ago. We hope our ever generous
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Charity
Tables are selling out fast for the

2015 GM Fundraising Spring Ball
being held at the Holiday Inn in
Stratford-upon-Avon on Saturday
18th April.
Traditionally a sell-out, tables have
been snapped up faster than ever
this year and Gary Morton, Founder
of GM Fundraising doesnt want
anyone to miss out. For those
of you who have attended a GM
Fundraising event before, one thing
you know for certain is, you will
have a great time. Coinciding with
our 20th anniversary this year, this
will be the 16th Gala Dinner the
team has put together and we plan
to make it bigger and better than
ever.
Situated on the banks of the

River Avon, set within beautiful
landscaped gardens, the hotel sets
the ideal backdrop for this Guys
and Dolls themed event. For GM
Fundraising, its all about having fun
whilst raising much needed funds
for charity and the Spring Ball will
be another fantastic opportunity
to do just that. All proceeds raised
from ticket sales and on the evening
itself go directly to support the
efforts of Hope House Childrens
Hospices, who provide vital care
and support to children and with
life limiting illnesses.
as a gangster or a moll - will add

an extra touch of glamour to what
is already a very special evening .
Ensure you dont miss out and book
your table today by contacting Gary
on 07741 262612 or emailing him
at gary@gmfundraising.co.uk.
More information on GM
Fundraising can be found at
www.gmfundraising.co.uk
The 1920s Guys and Dolls themed

evening whether your best suited
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Doors
Origin, the leading British

manufacturer of bespoke bi-fold
doors, windows and made-tomeasure blinds, is starting the
year on a high after celebrating
the manufacture of its 100,000th
aluminium bi-fold door at
the end of 2014.
The company, which has made
enough doors to fill 22 football
pitches since opening its doors in
2002, marked the occasion
with a celebratory event at its
headquarters in High Wycombe,
Buckinghamshire.
Neil Ginger, CEO of Origin, said: We
are delighted to end the year
having achieved such a significant
milestone. The manufacture of
Origins 100,000th bi-fold door
was the perfect way to wrap up
what was a hugely successful year,
with the launch of the new Origin
Window and opening operations
in America and Germany. All our
UK employees joined for a team
photograph outside the new Origin
factory, which opened last
year, and world renowned cake
artist, Michelle Sugar Art, created
a cake in the style of a dolls house
with Origin bi-fold door and
windows. The celebrations were,

quite literally, the icing on the cake!
The milestone signifies that Origin
has made enough bi-folding doors
to create over seven thousand
square miles of beautiful views
in homes across Britain since the
company was established 12
years ago. The family business was
founded by cousins Neil Ginger and
Victoria Brocklesby, who discovered
they could not source high quality
folding sliding doors for building
projects. Their ambitious solution
was to establish a company and
manufacture the UKs best quality

doors with uncompromising levels
of service.
Neil Ginger concluded: We now
look forward to an even busier and
successful 2015, with more
manufacturing milestones to
celebrate in the future. With our
sights set on growing operations in
Europe this year, were sure it wont
be long until Origin is celebrating
the manufacture of the next
100,000 Origin Bi-fold Doors.
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Doors
Selecta are delighted to announce

that their new online Door
Manager is now Live and they
are sure that this will make the
whole process of designing and
ordering your composite doors an
enjoyable and simple task.
The Door Manager system is so
much more than just an online
ordering system and has been built
to ensure that the whole customer
experience is a quick and easy
process from bespoke design to
ordering, from retrieving technical
information to ordering marketing
materials.
To accompany the new Door
Manager a brand new responsive
website has been designed which is
modern, fresh and easy to navigate.
Both the Door Manager and the
website are compatible with
smartphones, tablets, laptops and
PCs, therefore giving you access 365

days a year, 24/7, wherever you are!
Mark Walker, Marketing & Design
Manager, has been project
managing the whole new website
and Door Manager development
and explains what makes Door
Manager different to other
online ordering systems. We are
confident that we have the most
comprehensive online ordering
system on the market. We have 922
glass designs within the system, 41
door styles and an unlimited palette
of colours. Combine this with a
completely customisable number
of side screen and top light frame

options, the Door Manager opens
up an endless choice of options for
our customers.
Door Manager also allows
customers to get a quick quote
whilst on the go, on their
smartphone or tablet, save it and
go back to it at a later date. They
can make amendments if they
so wish or complete the order.
These are saved within their own
door management area, therefore
making it personal and allowing full
management of their design and
ordering of composite doors.
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Doors
Mark continues, Within their Door
Management area, our customers
can also download technical
information on the products used in
the manufacture of the composite
door and images to be used on their
website and marketing materials.
Customers can order brochures,
point of sale marketing materials
and drop cards to assist in the
selling of their composite doors.
The Door Manager is a complete
composite door ordering
management solution for customers
and we cant emphasise the ease
of use and simplicity of the system
enough.
The best way to see it in
action is to register at www.
selectaspecialistdoors.co.uk and
take it for a trial run. Also, as an extra
incentive to register we are offering
a 25 discount off your first online
composite door order. So youre
just a few clicks away from the most
comprehensive online selection of
composite doors and a great first
order saving!
Further Investments within

Selecta Specialist Doors
The new website and Door

Manager is not the only exciting
development and investment within
Selecta. A 500,000 investment in
machinery will increase capacity
and efficiency levels within the
manufacturing department.
Another Stuga Prepping Centre and
CNC Machine along with a further
two Four Headed Welders have

been purchased to accommodate
the production increase.
Bob Heeley, General Manager,
commented The investment in
the new Stuga Prepping Centre,
CNC Machine and Four Headed
Welders will aid the production
and efficiency levels considerably.
These investments demonstrate
the commitment and enthusiasm
Selecta has in the Ready-2-Fit Range
of Composite, Bi-fold and Patio
Doors.
The investment is coupled with
the manufacturing process of
the Ready-2-Fit composite doors
moving to a purpose built factory
unit based upon the Selecta
Systems Business Park site.
Bob Heeley, General Manager,

continued We have outgrown our
current factory unit and the decision
to move the Ready-2-Fit Composite
Door manufacturing process has
been on the agenda for some time.
The move was required to be able
to accommodate the new machines,
which in turn was dictated by the
increase in sales.
The increase in sales has largely
been credited to the introduction
of the Richmond Classic Collection,
which is a brochure consisting of
four traditional door styles, in five
colours with triple glazed glass
designs.
Mark Richmond, Sales & Marketing
Director, explains The unique
feature of the Richmond Classic
Collection is that every door within
the brochure is priced at 359
+VAT, making it simple and easy for
customers when quoting jobs. The
Richmond Classic Collection can be
downloaded, viewed and ordered
all within the new Door Manager.
Selecta have certainly been busy
behind the scenes over the last few
months and the new developments
and investments certainly bode
well for the future. Visit www.
selectaspecialistdoors.co.uk and
register for the new Door Manager
and take advantage of the 25 offer
for your first online composite door
order.
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our doors are

hand engineered
all joints are finished with glue
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Doors
As part of a continuing
programme of investment,
Bowater Doors - a company of The
VEKA UK Group, will soon open
a brand new showroom at its
Midlands HQ.
Situated in Minworth near
Birmingham, the showroom
has been designed to showcase
Bowaters broad and varied range of
composite doors while, stylistically,
echoing the look of The VEKA UK
Groups new flagship showroom in
Burnley.
Bowater Doors National Sales
Manager, Alan Hague explains: The
whole team are delighted with the
new showroom. It will be a huge
asset going forward, giving current
and prospective customers the
opportunity to get to know these
stylish, high quality products in
much greater detail.
Our doors are handmade-toorder and, besides the showroom
examples, visitors will be able to
see them during construction, on
our factory tour. For those who
cant get to Minworth theres a
great selection of Bowater Doors
on display at The VEKA UK Groups
Burnley showroom, too.
Cleverly repurposed from what was
previously an area of office space,
Bowaters new showroom has
been designed from the ground
up, with new carpeting, lights and
a complete structural overhaul,
housing ten full, walk-through
composite door units.
Alan continues: Customers will
have first-hand access to all styles
in the Bowater Doors range from
Mono, Mono Plus, DUO and DUO
Diamond through to more specialist
products like the DUO Guard flood
defence door, Fire FD30s and the
new DUO Contemporary. Weve
even constructed a meeting table
using one of our doors that is
already receiving envious looks!
The three DUO Contemporary

doors were displaying have given
us the perfect opportunity to
highlight some of our more unusual
colour options (Bowater Doors
recently launched its new painting
offering, with all doors available
in any RAL colour) while helping
to make a visit to the showroom a
more engaging experience.
There will be a three-day event to
celebrate the opening, starting with
an official ribbon-cutting ceremony
with VEKA UK Group MD, Dave
Jones on Monday 2nd March 2015.
If you would like to attend please
contact info@bowaterdoors.com
for details.
The showroom will be open
between 10am 4pm with
refreshments provided. Press are
welcome to attend.
Further open days will take place
on Wednesday 4th March and
Friday 6th March, with doors open
between 9am 4pm.
Besides comprehensively exhibiting
the Bowater range, an extensive
variety of hardware, glazing and
threshold styles will be displayed
and there will also be point-ofsale materials at hand, giving a
taster of the brands marketing to
homeowners.
For more information and a Google
360 virtual tour of the showroom
(coming soon), visit the Bowater
Doors website at
www.frontdoors.uk.com
The VEKA Group is the worlds

largest manufacturer of
extruded PVC-U products,
with 17 factories in countries
across Europe, Asia, America
and Russia. The UK arm of that
company is VEKA plc, a part
of The VEKA UK Group; best
known for the VEKA Matrix
and Halo profile suites, the
Infinity recycled PVC-U system
and Bowater composite door
range that have each set new
standards in the industry for
technical excellence as well as
sheer good looks.
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Traditional
Genesis recreates the timeless
beautiful styling of a traditional timber
sliding sash window like no other. With
its authentically jointed frame and sash
it replicates the windows of yesteryear
that are found in period cottages, older
properties and conservation areas.
Home to the
Modern
With its elegant styling and precision
design, the Genesis vertical sliding
sash will enhance any modern home
as well as a traditional property.
Designed for modern living, Genesis
combines cutting-edge technology
with the traditional character of a box
sash window. Precision-engineered
for smooth, simple operation, Genesis
effortlessly complements your modern
lifestyle.
The NEW Genesis

VS SASH WINDOWS
A new generation of vertical sliders
range of products
Vertical Sliding Sash Windows / Flush Casement Windows / Fold & Glide Doors
Introducing the New GENESIS VS with traditional jointing
methods taking aesthetics to the heart of the design process.
Unique joint design to both sash and outer frame replicates a timber window
for a truly authentic appearance, setting your windows apart from the rest.
Combined with period hardware and a complete range of heritage finishes, the
Genesis VS pushes the boundaries of modern PVC-U sliding sash windows.
Tel: 0800 321 7284

Fax: 01226 707 947
Email: sales@bisonframes.co.uk
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TRIPLE
DOGBOLTS NOW
STANDARD
...IT WOULD BE
A CRIME NOT TO
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2 sets of triple dogbolts supplied as

standard on all Truedor composite doors
Designed to compliment our
existing high security multi-point lock
Exclusive to Truedor installers
Not a Truedor customer yet?
Sign up now at www.truedor.co.uk
www.truedor.co.uk
CALL US ON: 01633 627 190
FREEFAX ORDER LINE: 0800 0463457
Doors
Whether you are buying something from the corner

shop, eating at a restaurant, or staying in a hotel,
service is something which is common to all; it
stands out if it is good, and it stands out if it is bad.
But the level of importance you attach to service
depends on how much what you are doing means to
you, indeed how personal it is to you.
There is no doubt that the more personal something is
to you, the more the standard of service means. That
is why where Composite Doors are concerned the
service levels have to be outstanding at all times; they
cannot simply meet expectations, they have to exceed
expectations.
Buying a Composite Door is now one of the most
personal purchases a person can make. Every item
on the door from its basic style to the number and
design of the numerals is personal to them; it is
their choice.
Composite Doors are now a very aspirational product,

and with that comes an aspiration an expectation to
receive great service. The quality of finished products
needs to be perfect, the delivery process, and the
communication process need to be absolutely perfect,
and installation needs to be carried out by people who
care every bit as much about the door as the customer
does.
It is attaining and maintaining these service levels
which set Composite Door suppliers, and Composite
Door installers apart from the rest.
It is a fundamental principle which should not be
compromised at any stage and it is something we at
IG Doors have identified as being fundamental to our
success and that of the installers who buy the Truedor
range from us.
Using on-line door designers simply makes

this process even more personal; a consumer
is investing their time and emotion into
choosing a life style product which is for
them as well as being chosen by them.
They do not therefore want their door
to turn up poorly manufactured, poorly
delivered, and certainly they do not
want it poorly installed. They also do
not want to feel that they have
had poor service in terms of
communication.
Richard Kirman is Sales and Marketing Manager for Truedor from IG Doors
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Doors
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Origin Bi-fold Doors & Windows
designed & manufactured
are perfect whatever the weather...
Origin is not only the UKs leading specialist in aluminium

folding sliding doors, but weve now applied the same
Original Thinking to our bespoke aluminium windows.
Plus, every one of our made-to-measure products is
manufactured in our Buckinghamshire factory.
And besides impressing customers, being British-made
has advantages for you:
Tailor-made, aluminium bi-fold doors and windows
Manufactured to suit your lead time
UK based customer services and support
Quality products, designed for the UK
Call today on 0808 168 5816

email info@origin-global.com
or visit www.origin-global.com for specifications & quotes.
Keep up to date with Origin on our
Twitter, Facebook & LinkedIn pages
Blinds
With discerning customers always looking for

something new and different, integral blinds could
help you give domestic rooms and commercial
spaces that all important wow-factor.
When the key considerations are to maximise privacy,
light and solar control then its time to open your eyes
to Uni-Blinds integral blinds systems from Morley Glass
and Glazing.
Uni-Blinds is a system of integral blinds, available as
Venetian or pleated styles, which are assembled and
permanently sealed within the double glazing cavity
so can go almost unnoticed until they are activated
manually or by remote control. That delivers great
looking interiors with less clutter and uninterrupted
sightlines.
totally dust free environment, the blinds always appear

new and require no cleaning unlike traditional blinds.
With todays accent on improved insulation
characteristics of double-glazing, the application
of integral blinds can further improve the U-Value
performance of the window or door - with
consequential savings on the heating and airconditioning requirements.
Integral blinds are an innovative product and should

be considered at the design stage when formal
specification decisions are being made as they are
cost comparative when fitted at the time of the initial
window or door installation.
Blinds which are encapsulated within a double glazed

unit will perform better than traditional blinds in
terms of solar heat gain and shading characteristics.
This is especially the case with Uni-Blinds thanks to
the use of high performance solar-control glass from
GLASSOLUTIONS Saint-Gobain, to create the sealed
unit.
One specific area in which the use of Uni-Blinds are

increasingly becoming viewed as the only viable option
is with bi-folding doors, a popular solution to high
quality replacement doors, new-builds and interior
partitioning.
Uni-Blinds sealed units are supplied in the same way as

standard sealed units with just 10 day lead times and
Morley Glass provides an excellent after sales service.
Uni-Blinds offer many advantages over traditional

conservatory or window blinds. Once sealed in this
Find out more about Uni-Blinds from Morley Glass &

Glazing at www.uniblind.co.uk.
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Folding Sliding door system
0.3 W/m 2 K
Better...
than nearest aluminium competitor
1.76
1.6
1.5
1.4 W/m 2 K
U-value
with 28mm double glazing
Warm aluminium
HIGH QUality
Innovative
energy efficienT
WarmCore, an innovative aluminium folding sliding door

system with warm aluminium technology, combines
superior thermal performance with flawless aesthetics.
Doors are available now, fully manufactured and
CE Marked by Synseal. Call for more information.
01623 444389
Warmcore.co.uk
Conservatory
The popularity of the Ambience

range has increased steadily
since its initial launch, giving
customers greater scope when
approaching consumers.
The specialist conservatory glass
roof manufacturer has seen very
positive trading figures, particularly
last year, with month on month
increased sales figures for the
product. The introduction of Ambi

Sunshade Blue has proved an
encouraging move for the company
with the best performing solar
controlled glass to date, impressing
both customers and homeowners
alike.
The latest addition to the Ambience
range offers solar properties that
provide up to 80% solar Heat
Reflection and up to 29% light
transmission. Advantages from
Ambi Sunshade Blue include
greater glare reduction, improved
temperature control and greater
protection from furniture fade.
Andy Hayes, Sales Manager

comments, Ambi Sunshade Blue
maintains a traditional sky blue tint
and offers a striking finish to any
new installation or retrofit project.
We believe that this product will
become Tuffxs most sought after
product to date
For more information please call
0845 3 400 200 or visit the
website www.ambiglass.co.uk.
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Conservatory
www.supaliteroof.co.uk
roof fabricators
we need you !
Lightweight
Metrotile or Tapco
slate roof tiles
Damp proof
membrane
Unique fascia detail

can house external
LED Downlights
Lightweight
aluminium eaves
ring beam
Guttering available in
white, brown, caramel
or black nish
Lightweight aluminium
ridge beam & tanalised
timber batons
12mm Exterior
Ply Bonds
Lightweight aluminium rafters

with tanalised timber batons
100mm Insulation
12mm Plasterboard & Skim
"Approved fabricators required in all areas of the UK"

Call Steve Hacking on 01772 828 060 or 07552 169 505 for an informal chat or email steve@supaliteroof.co.uk
Conservatory
Celtic Vista designers of the Supalite Tiled

Roof System are appealing for more solid tiled
conservatory roof fabricators to join their rapidly
expanding network of approved suppliers.
Celtic Vista designers of
the Supalite Tiled Roof
System are appealing
for more solid tiled
conservatory roof
fabricators to join their
rapidly expanding
network of approved
suppliers.
Outstanding business
opportunity for roof
manufacturers.
This is an outstanding
business opportunity for
solid tiled conservatory
roof manufacturers to join
us and take advantage of
the growth in demand for
our products.
The market for solid tiled
roofs is massive; there are
estimated to be close on 1
million potential existing
conservatory roofs which
could be replaced to
create an all round living
experience, something
which is very much in line
with modern consumer
thinking.
Converting existing
extensions into all year
round living areas.

Our roof offers so
much to the consumer
including vaulted ceilings
to create internal space
and lighting options, an
option to install LED down
lighters externally into
our unique fascia detail,
large roof vents to allow
the maximum amount
of natural light, and a
complete range of colour
matched ancillaries. It
makes the Supalite Roof
System the perfect choice
for homeowners wanting
to gain much more from
their existing conservatory
and is the catalyst for the
growth in demand we are
seeing.
Outstanding thermal
performance.
Whats more the Supalite
Tiled Roof system delivers
outstanding thermal
performance; with U
value ratings as low as
0.15wmk2 available
for the most extreme
environments, and
0.18wmk2 as standard,
the roof fully complies
with all existing UK
building regulations. For
homeowners, having
a Supalite tiled roof
installed takes away the
extreme temperature
fluctuations so often
associated with a standard
conservatory and offers
them a new energy
efficient product with the
added benefit of lower
fuel bills.
Outstanding thermal
performance.
Its consumer appeal
is heightened further
by the choice of colour
options and tile and
slate variations available
making it wholly flexible
to meet individual
consumer choices. There
are five colours of tile
and a further four natural
effect slate options; all
products have been
extensively tested on live
installations in the USA,
Canada, and Australia
over many years giving
homeowners the peace
of mind that the 25 years
guarantee they get on it
can be fully supported.
LABC Approval
Making life easier for
fabricators, installers,
and the homeowner.

We also, crucially,
have LABC approval
which makes the whole
process really simple; our
fabricators and installers
know that when they offer
the Supalite system to a
customer there are going
to be no unnecessary
delays, and the whole
job can be completed in
the minimum amount of
time. They are not going
to fall foul of any building
regulation stipulations
that
Outstanding
opportunities.
Adding LABC certification
is the latest step along
the way. If you would
like to become a Supalite
manufacturer get in touch
for further details or an
informal chat..We want
you!
Contact:
www.supaliteroof.co.uk
Email:
steve@supaliteroof.
co.uk
Tel: 01772 828060 or call
Steve Hacking on
07552 169505
For those wanting more
information about LABC
www.labc.co.uk
GLAZING
Folding Sliding door system
No EXTRA COST
SAME 10 DAY LEADTIME
WarmCore, an innovative aluminium folding sliding door
HIGH QUality system with warm aluminium technology, combines

QUality,
affordable
energy
efficiency
superior
thermal performance
with flawless aesthetics.
Innovative
energy efficienT Doors are available now, fully manufactured and
CE Marked by Synseal. Call for more information.
01623 444389
Warmcore.co.uk
Conservatory
Award winning roof system manufacturer

Ultraframe has launched a rooflight system to
meet the needs of its network partners looking
to eliminate the need to dual-supply rooflights
UltraSky is the only system available in PVC or
aluminium.
The UltraSky system is designed around the BBA
approved Classic roofing system so theres no nasty
surprises or awkward fitting on site, ensuring that every
job is seamless and fast. The UltraSky system is further
enhanced by the versatile colour options available
in white, anthracite grey or satin black and is available
in a broad range of sizes up to 2000mm wide and up
to a length of 4000mm. Regardless of the size, each
UltraSky is designed around maximum uninterrupted
sight lines bar numbers are reduced and the ridge
board and hub ends are as unobtrusive as possible
ensuring clear sightlines between the room and the sky.
In addition, UltraSky is designed around a thermally
broken aluminium ridge, which delivers improved
thermal performance.
UltraSky will have many applications and once again

adds a new dimension to a retail offering. Steve
McIntyre, Ultraframe marketing director comments on
the retail support underpinning the launch of UltraSky:
with the launch of UltraSky we have a complete
end-to-end roof solution from our classic glazed roof
systems right through to our solid roof offering with
realROOF and the award winning LivinROOF the
addition of UltraSky will ensure that every one of our
loyal network partners can meet the needs of every
home extension design.
Were complementing our technical outputs with a
broad range of consumer-focused literature with the
primary aim of inspiring and informing homeowners.
Our website is becoming a number one resource for
homeowners seeking home extension inspiration
and UltraSky will further attract a new market of
homeowners looking for a rooflight solution.
To access UltraSky literature contact Adam Wilde at
Ultraframe adam.wilde@ultraframe.co.uk.
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Glass
TuffX Processed Glass has added another stunning

roof glass option to its Ambience conservatory
roof glass range. The striking Ambi ULTRA is a
dark, tinted glass which increases the recreational
possibilities for conservatories, especially in
conditions with strong sunlight.
This new option in the Ambience portfolio offers
exceptional glare reduction and UV solar control with
up to 91% solar heat reflection.
Ambi ULTRAs market leading solar heat reflection
capabilities, coupled with its exceptional light
transmission properties, gives a distinctive appearance
and provides an even cooler more shaded environment,
beyond that of the best, existing high performance
conservatory glass. It can also be incorporated into
bifold doors.
As with all products in the Ambience range, AmbiULTRA is available in sizes up to 4000mm.
For more information please visit

www.ambiglass.co.uk or call 0184 3 400 200.
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Glass
In line with its commitment to offer premium products that will

accommodate more dynamic design concepts, TuffX now offers a new
ULTRA GREY glass as part of its portfolio.
The highly body-tinted float glass is manufactured in-house in the same
way as standard float glass which provides a high shine and intense
grey colour. This gives customers more scope with both commercial and
domestic projects.
The new ULTRA GREY is ideal for a wide variety of applications as its
colour and opaqueness intensifies with its thickness, providing a
variety of benefits. Uses include shower screens, cubicles, splashbacks,
partitions and wall panelling as well as radiators and internal doors. The
new glass makes an equally attractive furniture option as a table top,
shelving or even cabinet doors.
The unique colour and opaqueness intensifies from a dark grey in the
4mm thickness to a virtually opaque black in the 10mm thickness.
The 4 and 6mm options provide privacy or vision control. Depending
upon the light, when used between rooms the interior of a lighter room
can be observed without the viewer being seen. Furthermore, from the
lighter side, the glass appears as a black lacquered glass thus providing a
one way function.
The 6mm and thicker makes an ideal choice for wall panelling or
furniture with the glass being opaque enough to hide imperfections on a
wall or cover the front of a cupboard or cabinet.
At 8 and 10mm thickness, the glass appears as virtually opaque black
giving a solid, stone-like appearance, that looks like onyx.
These thicknesses give customers greater business scope with an
attractive high shine aesthetic appearance that is combined with the
flexibility of traditional float glass processing.
For more information on the ULTRA GREY option available from TuffX
Processed Glass please call 0845 3 400 200 or visit the website
www.tuffxprocessedglass.co.uk
GLAZING
Spring 2015...
01623 443200
info@synseal.com | www.synseal.com
Glass
A video detailing the complex

installation of glass floor
walkways at Londons Tower
Bridge has heralded the start
of a momentous year for
GLASSOLUTIONS as it celebrates
its parent company SaintGobains remarkable milestone of
350 years in business.
The focus of our celebrations
is exploring how we continue
to deliver real advantage to our
customers and our partners, says
Mike Butterick, marketing director
at GLASSOLUTIONS. The new glass
floor at Tower Bridge is a great
example of how we collaborated
with our sister companies in Europe
to meet this technical challenge
and help create a fabulous new
dimension to one of the worlds
most iconic tourist attractions.
The video shot over the two
day installation really captures the
design and innovation involved

in the project and the excitement
of the general public as they
experience the breath-taking views
looking down from 42 metres above
the Thames for the first time.
One of the commitments made by
GLASSOLUTIONS in its anniversary
year is to continue to invest in
innovative materials, new ideas
and new techniques for those
involved in creating a better built
environment. It will also continue
to put customers first and has just
released the results of a 12 month
customer research programme.
Says Mike: Customers value much
of what we do so its important
not to lose sight of our strengths
whilst at the same time working
on the areas where we believe
that improvement can be made
to better serve the needs of our
customers. Were implementing a
cultural shift instilling a culture

throughout the entire organisation
of customer focus to ensure that the
team always goes the extra mile to
achieve customers needs and that
our systems and processes allow
that to happen.
Some areas of the business are
outstanding and we need to
replicate that so all our customers
benefit from consistently high levels
of service and remain committed
to us as we embark on our next 350
years.
For more information about Saint
Gobains 350th anniversary
CLICK HERE
To view the video detailing the
complex installation of glass floor
walkways by GLASSOLUTIONS at
Londons Tower Bridge CLICK HERE
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Glass
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Glass
Sapphire Glass Merchants Ltd has won a 1.4 million

contract to supply slim, low sightline insulated
glass units to Lithuania using Super Spacer Heritage
manufactured by Edgetech, a Quanex company. The
Lithuania contract follows another substantial order
of 1,500 Super Spacer Heritage units to Compass
Windows in Northern Ireland.
Due to the significant increase in sales for slim Super
Spacer Heritage units, we have now introduced the
product to all of our customers and had a fantastic
response in sales, says Stefan OMeara director of
Sapphire Glass Merchants.
There is a growing demand for warm edge products
that can be used in conservation areas or to achieve a
traditional look and the slim 4mm option from Super
Spacer Heritage works really well. The architect for
the Lithuania project saw a Super Spacer Heritage
installation we had recently finished in Pimlico and
specified the product.
The neutral appearance of Super Spacer Heritage and
3mm depth for ultra slim sightlines help it to blend
with any frame finish. It facilitates the use of Low E glass
double glazing where there was previously only space
for single glazing, reducing U-values from typically
around 5.6 W/mK to below 2. The acrylic adhesive

and multi-layer vapour barrier backing on the predesiccated silicone foam spacer are combined with
Bostik 5000 hot melt butyl secondary sealant supplied
by Edgetech to provide outstanding durability and gas
retention.
Stefan adds: Weve been customers of Edgetech for five
years now using its Super Spacer products and started
using the Heritage product two years ago. Working with
Edgetech to supply Super Spacer Heritage has helped
us to win two key contracts this year and were now
hoping to expand in the New Year with a second Super
Spacer line.
Speaking to customers, standard aluminium or warm
edge spacer bars can intrude over the low bead line
of traditional style windows. Super Spacer Heritage
reduces the sightline to eradicate the problem. Were
also hoping to add more colour options in the New
Year, says Alan Fielder, sales and marketing director
at Edgetech. Were pleased to be supporting a longstanding customer in winning some great contracts.
GLAZING
Glass
Leading specialist glass

processors, TuffX, has invested
in a new, fully automated
vertical drilling machine with
washer, which in January, was
installed at the companys
modern manufacturing facility
in Knowsley, Merseyside. The
50,000 sq ft factory already houses
the latest technology for specialist
glass production, however this
new equipment will give greater
accuracy and help to increase
efficiency at the company.
Currently, senior management
are focussing on the further
development of both architectural
and domestic sectors as the
entire Ambience and TuffX brands
continue to set standards for the
industry.
The Schramal top drill machine,
drills glass thickness from 4 19
Traditional
Home to the
mm and offers greater accuracy

during the production process. This
will ensure that TuffX maintains a
competitive advantage in respect of
output, product quality and service
support.
This investment was instigated as
sales have increased considerably
throughout 2014 due to product
Modern
lifestyle.
diversification and customer

demand.
Graham Price comments, Our
investment has already started to
pay off with the new machinery
helping us to achieve improved
results, which sends out a clear
message of strength and success to
the industry.
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FrameXpress Ltd, the Midlands leading window and

door manufacturer, was recently commissioned to
supply 125 units for a South Staffordshire Housing
project in Stone, Staffordshire.
The contract included a mix of casement windows and
balcony doors for a number of new rental apartments
being constructed in the area. The highest production
standards were specified for the commercial installation
which included A rating and Secured by Design
products as standard.
With architects and specifiers enjoying the wide choice
of colour foils and off the shelf colour options available
to them, the company has been well positioned to
supply customers with an extensive choice to meet
those requirements. The company now offers two grey
foils as standard, Anthracite (RAL 7016) and Slate Grey
(RAL 7015) whilst a new Hazy Grey (RAL 701) has been
launched and added to the portfolio.
Sarah Price, Commercial Manager at FrameXpress Ltd
considers that architects are enjoying the vast choice
available to them which is making commercial design
more dynamic. She comments,
The striking grey finishes blend so well not only in

respect of modern architectural design, but also they
sit alongside aluminium products beautifully, which is
giving architects much more scope when it comes to
high performance specifications and building industry
legislation.
Traditional heritage colours are also popular amongst
our customers particularly where there is a need to be
sensitive to the surrounding environment on projects
which could include private hospitals and care homes.
Our range lends itself well to both modern and
traditional building styles offering optimum
performance, durability and security, all at the right
price.
FrameXpress has a broad portfolio to suit all sized
commercial projects offering a 5 7 day turnaround,
delivering direct to site or company via the national
fleet. Those wishing to discuss new projects and the
breadth of product choice available then please call
Sarah Price on 01952 581100.
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At the end of January, the Glass and Glazing

Federation (GGF) welcomed Roseview Windows
into full GGF Membership with Brian Baker, GGF
President, presenting Willie Kerr, Roseviews
Managing Director, their Membership Certificate
at the first Joint Meeting of the Conservatory
Association and Window and Door Group of 2015.
Nigel Rees, GGF Group Chief Executive, commented,
Were delighted that Roseview has joined the
Federation as they are the longest established uPVC
sash window manufacturer in the UK and bring a
wealth of experience to the Federation.
Willie Kerr who has been in the window manufacturing
industry since the early 1980s, commented, We are
pleased to join the GGF and hopefully we can have a
considerable input as well as reaping the benefits from
being a Member. We have already attended a couple of
specialist group meetings as invited guests and enjoyed
the networking and hearing Members views on issues
affecting our sector.
With a fifty-strong workforce Roseview Windows
manufacture uPVC vertically sliding sash windows
for trade, residential and commercial customers.
Their modern 30,000 square feet factory contains top
of the line machining and welding centres, which
- in combination with their fully trained and highly
experienced staff - help them to ensure absolute
accuracy and quality in all the sash windows they

manufacture.
Roseviews solid and structured approach to business
is one of the reasons why they have not only survived
but grown in the last 30 years. With full technical backup, comprehensive staff training and a firm belief in
customer retention and repeat business, Roseview offer
high quality windows backed up by a full end-to-end
service.
Brian Smith, GGF Home Improvement Director
commented Roseview join the GGF at a time when
we are working on some key issues affecting the uPVC
window sector. One of the most prevalent issues
involves conservation areas and Article 4 Directions,
which affect homeowners choice of products,
materials and designs. I have no doubt that Roseviews
experience combined with the GGFs investment in
this area will help us develop our plans and activities.
Roseview are a most welcome addition to the
Membership.
Willie Kerr concluded, Now that we are in Membership
we will be pleased to contribute our expertise and look
forward to getting more involved with the specialist
groups and other like-minded Members.
For more information on Roseview Windows please
visit: www.roseview.co.uk
For more on the GGF please visit: www.ggf.org.uk
GLAZING
Ahead of next months Budget, the Glass and

Glazing Federation (GGF) has written to the
Chancellor, George Osborne MP to outline GGF
Members concerns on several issues that are
affecting the Glass and Glazing industry.
In his letter to the Chancellor, Nigel Rees, GGF Group
Chief Executive, referenced the importance of energy
efficient windows for homeowners and growth in both
local and national economies. The GGF highlighted
how the 20% rate of VAT has created an uneven and
unfair playing field that energy efficient installation
companies and homeowners face when installing
energy efficient glazing.
Nigel Rees commented Like most other energy
efficient products, windows and doors that have been
specifically designed to save energy should receive
the lower 5% rate of VAT that applies to other energy
efficient products. There are significant long term
benefits if the VAT rate on energy efficient glazing is

reduced from the current rate of 20% to a rate of 5%.
This inequality is both a disincentive for homeowners
to install energy efficient glazing and also a trading
disadvantage for glass and glazing companies. Once
again, we urge the Treasury to seriously look at the
possibility of reducing the VAT rate to boost our
industry and the economy as well as improving the UKs
housing stock over the next ten years and beyond.
Also in the letter the GGF outlines the lack of incentives
for homeowners to make their homes more energy
efficient through schemes such as the Green Deal and
ECO, with the suggestion of an incentive through a
lower rate or refund in council tax.
Chancellor George Osborne will announce the
Governments Budget 2015 on Wednesday 18th March
2015.
GLAZING
Events
Component supplier of the year ERA has

announced its headline sponsorship of the MLA
(Master Locksmiths Association) Expo which
will be held at the Telford International Centre
between the 2 4 October 2015. This is the
17th MLA Expo and is the largest locksmith
and security exhibition in the UK attracting
thousands of locksmiths and security engineers
across the three-day event.
Commenting on the sponsorship, ERAs group
marketing director Will Butler is confident that this
support is the perfect fit with the ERA business.
Will says: the MLA Expo perfectly complements
our intent to really provide support to the local
locksmith not just through the sponsorship of this
event but by kick-starting an installer scheme with
MLA members. Theres no better place to meet and
talk through the key features and benefits of the
scheme than at the industry event.
2015 will be an incredibly exciting year for ERA as
we develop a robust consumer campaign to drive
home security enquiries to the locksmith. There
will be generations of locksmiths out there that

have been fitting ERA as far back as when the first
lock was made in Willenhall in 1838. But in todays
market its our job to really understand the modern
locksmith and develop security systems that
help them broaden their services with ease and
confidence.
Steffan George, director at the MLA is driving the
MLA Expo event, he comments: Without question
were delighted to secure headline sponsors
for our event but whats particularly pleasing is
that ERAs event support is just part of a broader
campaign to support the locksmith industry
thats what our members need tangible initiatives
that drive homeowners to engage their services.
Were delighted this partnership is off the ground.
Exciting times ahead.
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Events
The results of all the regional awards are very, very

close - so there might even be some surprises on the
night. Were looking forward to celebrating another
successful year of maintaining high standards with our
membership.
Industry-leading organisation Network VEKA is making

preparations for its ever-popular AGM and Awards
Evening on Saturday 21st March. With a large number
of sponsors supporting the event (listed below),
specialist hardware company ERA is the Main Sponsor,
From 12 noon, attendees will be able to visit exhibitors
at the Network VEKA Business Centre and talk to
suppliers such as finance and marketing specialists,
affiliate companies, training partners and more, to learn
how their services can help enhance their business.
This part of the day will be rounded off by the official
AGM programme, with Network VEKA MD John Ogilvie
and The VEKA UK Groups MD Dave Jones.
The Gala Dinner and Awards Evening will kick off
at 6pm with a champagne reception sponsored by
Renolit. Visitors - wearing their best black-tie attire - will
be welcomed once again, by Brand Ambassador Steve
Davis and have the opportunity for celebration photos
with the Six-Times World Snooker Champion.
After the awards, well be treated to a delicious meal

and then the evening will kick off with a fantastic 70s
band and disco. Therell be optional fancy dress items
available from 10pm and its a great opportunity for
hard-working member companies to really let their hair
down!
If you havent booked yet, youll have to act fast to
secure your place! Email: rjohnson@networkveka.com
Network VEKA is delighted to have the support of the
following sponsors for the event:
ERA
Dugdale Ltd
Assure
Renolit
Euroseal
Glazpart
Chick Plastics
Glazerite Windows Ltd
IKA
B&I Fabrications
The Image Works Ltd
Network VEKA MD John Ogilvie says: This years

event is gearing up to be one of our best yet. We even
have a new award this year with lots of our member
companies currently battling it out to have one of
their team shortlisted for Fitter of the Year. We will be
announcing the shortlist soon.
GLAZING
Events
Solidor are back in the finals

again at the Sentinel Business
Awards 2015 which covers North
Staffordshire and South Cheshire,
in the Business of the Year
category, having already won the
award in 2014.
The Sentinel Business Awards are
now in their 19th year and will take
place at the Kings Hall in Stokeon-Trent on March 24th, 2015 and
Solidor will hope to make it back to
back wins in the Business of the Year
category. The company is a shining
success in the manufacturing sector
in Staffordshire, employing over
150 staff and are one of the fastest
growing companies in the trade
sector of the glass and glazing
industries.
With a robust new ownership
structure in place through DW3
Product Group, Solidor is firmly
poised to continue on their
incredible growth programme,
as they challenge for true market
leadership in the composite door
sector.
Joe Martoccia, managing director

of Solidor comments: Were thrilled
to be back in the finals again in
the same category, having already
been crowned Business of the Year
in 2014. Its an incredible business
we have at Solidor and one that
represents true innovation in a
market segment thats plagued with
me too products.
He continues: Recognition from
our peers in the local business
community is both welcome and
important as we continue to grow.
Im looking forward to the night and
will be keeping my fingers crossed
in the hope that we can add to our
already burgeoning trophy cabinet.
For further information on Solidor
then log on to www.solidor.co.uk
e-mail enquiries@solidor.co.uk
or call their sales office on
01782 847300. You can also add
to their Twitter following
@solidorltd.
Company Profile
Solidor is the UKs fastest
growing manufacturer of
composite doors thanks
to their unique solid core
engineered design and the fact
that they can boast a number
of industry firsts in terms of
product design, hardware and
marketing initiatives.
The company has also won
G13 Promotional Campaign
of the Year Retail and was a
finalist in the same category
in 2014, while they are also
North Staffordshire Business of
the Year 2013. In November
2014, Solidor was acquired
by DW3 Product Group, with
bold ambitions for the future
growth and development of the
composite door pioneer, along
with the appointment of Joe
Martoccia as the new managing
director.
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Windows
Deceuninck, and its hardware

partner VBH, have recently
invested in a major product
testing programme to make it as
easy as possible for its fabricators,
and their customers, to use the
PAS 24 security accreditation as a
sales tool.
Deceuninck and VBH tested a
comprehensive range of windows
and doors with particular hardware
and profile configurations to
achieve PAS 24 at the British
Standards Institution (BSI). The
benefits of the new accreditations
are being cascaded down to
Deceunincks fabricators, and their
customers.
Fabricators and installers selling
Deceuninck windows with the
appropriate VBH hardware and
configuration know they conform to
PAS 24 security accreditation. From
there it is simple, and quick to apply
for Secure by Design (SBD) and sell
highly secure windows easily and
cost effectively.
Deceuninck Sales Director, Rob

McGlennon, says: Security is very
important to homeowners, so being
able to offer a highly secure PAS 24
or SBD window gives them peace
of mind. As a fabricator or installer,
achieving PAS 24 is a long winded,
expensive and difficult process.
Thats why, in partnership with VBH,
weve made it as easy as possible for
our fabricators, and their customers,
to benefit from the accreditation
and use it as an extra sales tool.
Our windows are also A* Certass
energy rated, and renowned
for being pretty. This latest
development makes it really easy
for installers to confidently sell a
window that homeowners will love:
an all in one window that is highly
energy efficient, extremely secure
and great looking.
Some windows are energy efficient
but lack security. Others are secure
but ugly. Deceunincks windows
can have it all, without compromise
or trade-offs in a single window.
Thats why we call it our All in one

window.
To find out how Deceunincks All
in one windows can boost your
business call Sales Director Rob
McGlennon on 07818 383385 and
follow @DeceuninckUK.
Deceuninck is one of the

worlds major PVC-U window
and door systems companies
with a 76 year heritage.
Deceuninck has been
established for over 30 years
in the UK, with production
and head office in Calne,
Wiltshire. It is in the top three
in most major world markets,
and is a leader in innovation,
sustainability, colour and
design.
www.deceuninck.com/uk
GLAZING
Windows
Synseals ongoing investment in new extruded

profile tooling means that the companys popular
SynerJy 70mm PVC-U system can now provide a tilt
and turn window solution with reduced sightlines
and greatly improved thermal performance.
In addition to the multi-chambered outer frame which
has a slimline height of just 60mm, the 4T1 transom and
4T11 tilt and turn sash can now be used with PTI1 and a
new PTI11 plastic thermal reinforcement profiles to give
a combined intermediate sash-to-fixed light sightline
of just 122mm, which is 20mm reduction on traditional
frame constructions using the 4T2 transom and steel
reinforcements.
Manufactured from 100% recycled PVC-U, Synseals
plastic thermal reinforcements offer a number of
practical advantages over steel, such as reduced
thermal conductivity, less weight, excellent screw fixing
retention and lower material cost.
The new PTI11 plastic thermal reinforcement is

key to unlocking a new improved level of thermal
performance for SynerJy tilt and turn windows.
Assuming a 28mm DG specification using Total+/
Argon/Float glass with warm edge spacer bar, the new
3rd generation multi-chambered tilt and turn solution
will deliver an A-rated WER with a U-value of 1.3 W/
m2K, which compares favourably with the equivalent
U-value of 1.5 W/m2K delivered by the traditional triplechambered and steel reinforced approach.
Tilt and turn windows are a very popular choice
in certain regions of the UK including Scotland,
comments Steve Brown, Synseals Products & Customer
Service Director, and our very latest and improved
SynerJy solution using multi-chambers and PTRs will
certainly look good and keep consumers warm.
GLAZING
Windows
deep bottom sash rail, run-through sash horns and

colour coordinated pile seals as standard. A wide range
of authentic milled Georgian Astragal bars designs are
also available in the full range of heritage colours and
woodgrain foil finishes.
Despite the windows heritage appearance, the Genesis
VS is very much a modern window. It is as easy to fit as
any other PVC-U vertical slider. It has a tilt open facility
for easy cleaning and is capable of achieving window
energy rating (WER) of A, B and C.
The combination of craftsmanship and innovation
mean the Genesis VS is the most authentic vertical
slider on the market. So if you dont think PVC-U can
be accepted in Grade II listed or conservation area
buildings, think again. And if youre specifying PVC-U
vertical sliders in a heritage building, remember: accept
no other imitations. The Genesis VS is the real PVC-U
alternative to timber.
For more info on the Genesis VS vist:
www.bisonframes.co.uk/windows/genesis
The aim behind the development of the Genesis

Vertical Slider was simple: to create a window
that could become a viable alternative to timber
windows in Grade II listed and conservation area
buildings. Two years on, thats exactly what has
happened. The Genesis Vertical Slider is regularly being
accepted for use in heritage buildings where previously
timber would have been the only option, including
Grade II listed and conservation area properties.
While its hardly surprising given the level of acceptance
it has achieved amongst planning officers, the first
thing that strikes you about the Genesis VS is just
how authentic it looks. There are two key reasons for
this. The first is the use of traditional timber jointing
methods on the frame and sash rather than the usual
45 degree PVC-U weld. The second is the full range
of heritage colours and woodgrain foil finishes that
replicate the traditional appearance of timber rather
than the high sheen finish usually associated with
PVC-U.
These key features are complemented with other
carefully-considered touches of authenticity. The
window uses elegant high security Acorn cam locks,
sash buttons and other complementary hardware in
various traditional or contemporary finishes. It has a
GLAZING
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Has your supplier got

the modus touch?
John Fredericks are now

manufacturing the new
Modus window system.
by John Fredericks
28mm double glazed and 44mm

triple glazed options available.
Range of colours to include exciting
new architectural range.
PLUS John Fredericks are now

exclusively stocking White Ash foil as
part of their standard product range.
For further information please contact John Fredericks Plastics

Tel 01422 314100 or Email sales@jfpl.eu
Spacer Bar
Munster Joinery says it uses SWISSPACER for both

Quadruple and Triple glazing. SWISSPACER, the
UK and Irelands favourite warm edge spacer bar,
achieves outstanding results in both triple and
quadruple glazing.
Tried and tested to give the best performance, Munster
Joinery confirms that: Windows with SWISSPACER
warm edge spacer bars inside can achieve U-Values of
0.7 W/m2k with triple glazed sealed units and 0.5 W/
m2k with quadruple glazed sealed units.
SWISSPACER ULTIMATE is the best warm edge
spacer bar in the world for thermal efficiency: 80%
of Passivhaus windows have SWISSPACER inside.
Passivhaus is the worlds leading fabric first approach
to low energy buildings. SWISSPACER is the first warm
edge spacer bar to achieve Passivhaus standard and
the only warm edge spacer that has been rated energy
efficiency class A by the German Passivhaus Institute.
SWISSPACER has also been designed to last for decades
thanks to its High Tech Gas Barrier which stops gas and
moisture penetration through the spacer bar. In a wellmade sealed unit, it will save energy for decades.
SWISSPACER Marketing and Sales Director, Peter Appel,
says: Quadruple glazing is becoming increasingly
popular in parts of Europe and in China. SWISSPACER
offers the best results and is ideal for both triple
and quadruple glazing because of its top thermal
performance and strong, rigid structure. Triple and
quadruple glazing with SWISSPACER inside provide the
most energy efficiency solutions, also the production is
easy and simple to do.
For more information call SWISSPACER on
0845 601 1265, visit www.swisspacer.com or
follow @Ultimate_Spacer.
GLAZING
Spacer Bar
Most companies who pioneered warm edge glass

units alongside Edgetech are still customers today.
Talking with customers and learning from their
experiences was crucial as we grew this market
together, says Alan Fielder, Sales and Marketing
Director at Edgetech UK, a Quanex company.
Asking customers what they think of Edgetech as a
supplier is important. Weve always challenged what
we consider to be true with forums, workshops or
face-to-face meetings and two years ago we launched
a quarterly Voice of the Customer survey. By listening
to customers we learn most about what we can do to
make improvements to products and services and stay
ahead of their wants and needs.
As usual we had an excellent response to our latest
Voice of the Customer survey and the results are
encouraging. All respondents were 100 percent
satisfied with the value of our service and Super
Spacer scored well on performance. The majority
of customers rated it better or much better than

competitive products for both productivity and ease
of use.
100 percent of responses stated that our team were
knowledgeable and able to answer their questions.
Its an important score. Edgetechs growing range of
insulated glass unit components means we must be
able to give customers the information they need,
when they need it.
We dont ask leading questions. There is no point
asking questions we already have the answers to. In
fact we learn more from asking customers about the
things that matter to their business, warts and all. So
when results are good it means even more to us, but
we know there is always more to be done.
Were launching exciting new initiatives and products
to support customers over the coming months so well
have even more to ask about in our next the Voice of
the Customer survey.
GLAZING
Spacer Bar
The automated Edgetech Super Spacer line has

gone through the milestone of 1,000,000 units at
Lancashire based Padiham Glass, manufacturers
of high performance insulating glass units.
Starting with a manual Super Spacer line, the fully
automated Forel line was installed as part of the
2million expansion in 2007.
Managing Director for Edgetech UK, a Quanex
Company, Andy Jones congratulated the team at
Padiham Glass: As one of the first companies to offer
Super Spacer, this is a great achievement.
The significant occasion may have been missed if it
wasnt for an eagle-eyed analyst. During an audit he
told Wes Clarkson, Padiham Glass Sales Director, the
million was close. Wes said: We were on the lookout to
see what customer order would be on the Super Spacer
line as we went through the one million mark. Its really
appropriate that it was one of our longest-standing
customers Darwen Windows.
To mark this special occasion, a magnum of Champagne

was presented to Bill Ainsworth, Managing Director of
Darwen Windows. Bill said: Weve always had a very
good relationship with the team at Padiham Glass. We
get high-quality products with competitive pricing
and we have always found the service to be excellent.
Im sure the relationship between our businesses will
continue well into the next million.
Reaching this milestone in our 35th anniversary year is
great for Padiham, adds Wes. We manufacture to very
high standards and hitting the million mark in warm
edge glass units shows we can depend on Edgetech
Super Spacer to perform consistently.
GLAZING
Machining
When long established

Lincolnshire glass supplier
Allenby Glass decided it was
time to increase their gas fill
production their first port of
call was Inagas, the equally
well established industry
leaders in the supply of gas
filling machinery and testing
equipment.
With 30 years experience in the
glass industry, Allenby boasts a wide
product range from replacement
greenhouse glass and cut to size
mirrors, to made-to-measure double
glazed sealed units for windows
and doors. Quality is key and the
company gas fills using Argon for its
great insulation properties, and has
recently streamlined its production
process thanks to the purchase of a
Smartfill 2 machine from Inagas.
When Haffner Murat launched the

SMR-4 welder it was billed as a
revolution in welding machinery.
It seems that the market agrees
because sales of the SMR-4 continue
to grow. In fact, the welder is
proving so attractive to fabricators
The Smartfill 2 is an Argon gas filling

machine with 250mm touch screen
controls, and the latest technology
to enhance control and improve
productivity, including the Smart
Start filling lance, which provides
the operative with control, without
having to return to the machine.
The machine is capable of 30 litres
per line per minute and is designed
for dual line production making it
ideal for enhancing productivity.
Dave Harris, Owner of Allenby Glass
comments: We are really pleased
with the Smartfill 2, it is really simple
to use and has helped smooth our
IGU production process no end. We
have always made it our business to
ensure that everything leaves our
factory at the highest standard and
so we only use top quality products
from companies who lead their
that Haffner Murat will install seven

machines in January and February
alone.
Dave Thomas, Managing Director
of Haffner Murat, says, The SMR-4
is the fastest and most accurate
welder available today. Its one
of those machines that simply
sells itself because fabricators can
immediately see the difference
it will make to the quality and
efficiency of their production.
The SMR-4s key selling point is
the automatic self centering of
transoms and mullions, which
ensures 90 degree transom welding
even with uneven arrow heads.
It means that welding can be
undertaken without the need for
a skilled operator. The welder also
offers a retracting middle corner
fence, three square welding and
an on screen window display that
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field. When it comes to service we

are also very happy with Inagas, if
we ever need a part we can send
it straight back and always get a
prompt response.
For more information on gas filling
machinery or any other products
from Inagas, visit
www.inagas.co.uk
or call 01442 832764.
makes checking progress easy.

Finally, drop down support arms
help to anchor small frames, making
the production of these much
easier.
As the high volume of SMR-4
installations suggest, 2015 has
started very well for Haffner. As the
market continues to recover and
more and more fabricators look to
invest in new machinery, Haffner
is taking on new staff to meet
demand while continuing to offer
the exceptional level of service it is
renowned for. A new salesperson
started at the beginning of February
and a new workshop engineer
is due to start at the end of the
month. Dave concludes, Its great
to see demand picking up because
it means confidence is returning
to the market and fabricators
are looking to the future of their
businesses.
GLAZING
Machining
Leading sustainable building

envelope specialist, Schueco UK Ltd, has
just launched a new 3-axis CNC machine with
a pneumatic rotating support table, capable of
delivering a significant boost to both productivity
and manufacturing quality and at a price that is
extremely competitive.
Designated the Schueco AF 250, this advanced
machine is able to increase throughput of windows
and doors by reducing fabrication time and enhance
the quality of individual components, thanks to the
precision and repeatability inherent in computercontrolled machining.
at a maximum speed of 18,00 rpm. Its inherently

strong, electro-welded steel machine bed can
support heavy loads, while its absolute axis
position-measuring system saves machining time
by obviating the need for a reference run.
Two collapsible fixed stops accurately define the
zero point enabling profile lengths up to 6 m to be
processed.
For example, for doors the Schueco AF 250 can

perform the functions of four different fabricating
machines a copy router, an end-milling machine, a
door-hinge drilling machine and a punch leading
to savings in both capital requirements and factory
space and optimising overall efficiency.
Accessories available include a profile length

measuring system, a second tool changer magazine
with 3 spaces (in addition to the 5-space automatic
tool changer provided as standard) and a ceiling
kit consisting of a polycarbonate roof panel with
fluorescent lighting.
The Schueco AF 250 is simple to operate using

modern control software and connects to Schuecos
advanced SchuCal programming software. Its
versatility in use, laser-measured x-axis and automatic
3-sided machining without an angled head, enable it
to set new standards in its price class.
The AF 250 CNC machine is part of Schuecos

philosophy to provide its fabricator partners with a
wide range of advanced machinery to enable them
to achieve the highest levels of productivity and
consistent quality.
Measuring 5280 mm (L), 1640 mm (W) and 1990

mm (H) and weighing approx 2200 kg, the Schueco
AF 250 is air-cooled with 3.8 kW spindle running
For further information and full technical details

of the Schueco AF 250 CNC machine or any other
item in the Schueco machinery range, please email
mkinfobox@schueco.com.
GLAZING
Hardware
Synseal has published a 2nd

edition of its Hardware catalogue,
which now features the exclusive
Performance range of window
and door handles.
Optimised to match the companys
popular PVC-U window and door
systems including Legend, Shield
and SynerJy 70mm profiles, the
Hardware range has been put
together to strengthen Synseals
supply chain and provide support
for professional fabrication and
installation of window casements,
French doors, patio doors and
composite doors.
The new easy-to-use catalogue
details a comprehensive range
of branded components in four
clearly-presented sections: window
hardware, door hardware, patio
door hardware and hardware
accessories.
Since the launch of our last
catalogue and the reinvigorated
Hardware product range, we have
listened to customers and taken
a consultative approach to define
priorities, comments Synseals
Hardware Category Manager Mark
Frain. Whilst there are many good
quality window and door handles
available, they are available to
everyone and not just Synseal
fabricators. Thats why we have
introduced our Performance range
of handles that are only available to
Synseal fabricators and are of our
own design. Whats more, they have
been meticulously tested to meet
and exceed industry standards and
this is reflected in the guarantees
we offer.
Our new and improved 70-page
Hardware catalogue for 2015 is jampacked with components carefully
chosen for their reliability, technical
performance and value for money,
continues Mark. All items in the
Hardware range are held in stock
at Synseal to ensure that our fabricator partners always have the products
on hand to deliver top quality finished windows and doors to their installer
customers.
Company Profile:
Founded in 1980, Synseal is the UKs fastest growing and most dynamic
window and conservatory systems manufacturer. Synseal remains fully
independent and is owned by the people that run the company on
a day-to-day basis following a successful MBO in February 2010. The
management team drive Synseals commitment to provide the best
products, at competitive prices and with unrivalled support for and
interaction with its fabrication customers.
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Hardware
For years the hardware industry has battled with

the problem of cylinder snapping, bumping and
plug extraction but ERA is first to market with an
indestructible cylinder. Its called Invincible.
Not only is it designed to withstand the rigours
of a prolonged, sustained attack it comes with
maximum certification in the form of British Kitemark,
BS1303:2005, PAS 24:2012 and also meets the
requirements of TS007 3 Star Accreditation. But from
the fabricator and retailers point of view, it gives the
ultimate unique selling point when it comes to securing
the home owners interest in a new door.
ERA Marketing Director Will Butler explains why
Invincible will shape the way cylinders are judged:
as an industry weve developed lots of solutions to
cylinder attack but if were truthful all the solutions
only really put sticking plasters over the problem. We
recognise that to truly eliminate the issue we needed
to redesign the cylinder itself so thats exactly what
weve done. Central to our ethos at ERA is giving our
fabricator and retailer customers the opportunity to
really differentiate their door offering and thats what
Invincible does. Were convinced that Invincible will
really drive innovation once again in this sector and
force every hardware manufacturer to really address
the cylinder challenge but in the meantime, its
our fabricators that will benefit from this significant
innovation.
Features and benefits of Invincible:

The squared off cylinder shape has five times more
metal than a standard Euro cylinder at its most
vulnerable point this alone makes snapping and
breaking impossible.
High security hardened 6 pins for anti-pick, antidrill, anti-snap and anti-bump resistance
Compliant with all security standards including
TS007 3 Star Accreditation, BS1303:2005 and PAS24:
2012.
GLAZING
Hardware
A new post for Norman Berrill at

Carl F Groupco focussing on the
aluminium and timber markets
supports expansion of the
companys window and door
hardware supply services. After
joining the company in 2012,
Norman continues in a Director
level position providing specialist
sector support for the companys
comprehensive range of fittings.
Norman Berrills new title at Carl F
Groupco is Business Development
Director Aluminium & Timber.
As an industry veteran, previous
hardware industry roles for Norman
over the last thirty years have
included technical, management
and Director positions. Broad
ranging knowledge and a
strong track record include sales
management for Peder Nielsen,
hardware development for systems
manufacturers, expert contributions
to European standards for the
hardware industry and testing &
design work.
Hardware specialist VBH advises

that timber double doors can now
benefit from the new Mullion Free
Double Door Lock system from
MACO.
The system utilises two C-TS
lever operated locks with vertical
shootbolts, which combine to
provide a secure central meeting
stile with a smooth locking action.
Norman is well placed to provide

expert advice on hardware for
aluminium and timber profiles, the
industry standards for these markets
and to answer technical questions.
He is supported by specialist
Product Manager Julie Warner, who
has extensive experience in these
markets, and the companys sales
and technical departments.
Carl F Groupcos focus on the
aluminium and timber sectors
is backed by membership to the
Council of Aluminium in Building
(CAB) and the British Woodworking
Federation (BWF). Being part of
influential industry organisations
reinforces the companys position
as a leading UK hardware supplier
ensuring it is comprehensively
supported with access to expert
advice.
Carl F Groupco Limited, Culley

Court, Orton Southgate,
Peterborough, PE2 6WA
www.carlfgroupco.co.uk
Follow Carl F Groupco on Twitter

using the handle
@Carl_F_Groupco
Norman Berrill, Carl F Groupco Business

Development Director,
Aluminium and Timber Hardware
The lock on the master leaf locks

into that on the slave leaf, but only
after the slave lock has been thrown
into its locked position, eliminating
the risk of leaving doors only half
secured.
The master lock features solid
steel hooks for excellent security,
helping the lock to achieve a pass at
PAS24:2012 and Secured by Design
(SBD) approval.
By fitting a C-TS split spindle kit,
the lock can be converted from a
standard lever/lever operation to a
split spindle style for doors where
access should only be available from
outside via a key.
Contact:
Tel: 01733 393330

For more information, contact
sales@carlfgroupco.co.uk
VBH Timber Product Manager

Simon Eshelby states The MACO
Mullion Free system simplifies the
construction of timber double doors
as there is no need for a floating
mullion. A 10 year guarantee, along
with PAS24 and SBD approval are
testament to the strength and
security of the locks, while the
C-TS lock case and tapered hooks
provide a very smooth operation,
too. Its proving to be an excellent
addition to the VBH timber range.
More on the MACO Mullion Free
door lock can be downloaded
from www.vbhgb.com or can be
requested by calling VBH on
01634 263300.
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For further technical information or a quotation get in touch today:

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Hardware
With a reputation as a pioneer in the field of

precision engineered door and window hardware,
Schring has enjoyed global success over the last
55 years. And thanks to the exclusive distributor
arrangement with VITA, this success has been
replicated in the UK during the first year of the
partnership.
Stewart Lamb, Managing Director of VITA Hardware
Ltd comments: Were celebrating the first anniversary
of VITAs exclusive UK rights to the distribution of
the Schring range of German hardware and are
delighted with the brand penetration into the UK
PVC-U fabricator market so far. With a comprehensive
range of UK focused products, the current offering
includes premium door hinges, locks and accessories
and specialist hardware for tilt and turn, side hung and
sliding windows. The Schring multi-point lock has
been particularly well received thanks to its premium
security features.
of the first multi-point locks for PVC residential doors.

Over three decades later, as more and more new and
often unproven hardware entrants flood into the UK
market, a heritage that customers can trust is vital.
With more than three decades of global experience
in hardware design and manufacture including in
the UK for 15 years we never forget that VITAs own
roots lie in the door and window handle market. This
legacy dovetails perfectly with Schrings innovation,
durability and ethos of in-house development,
manufacture and distribution. 2015 will see us continue
to focus on this alliance as we further develop and grow
the UK market for both brands.
For more information on VITA and its products, log on
to www.vitahardware.co.uk.
Schrings five decades have been underpinned by

innovation and a drive for new product development
in the PVC-U door and window industry, a commitment
thats illustrated by an impressive 450 patents. As
far back as 1979, the company developed the first
dedicated PVC door hinge and in 1980 introduced one
GLAZING
Hardware
Differentiating your fenestration is a tough

challenge in todays climate but ERA has developed
the ultimate homeowner guarantee that will
enable retailers to really develop a unique sales
opportunity surrounding the locking mechanism.
Its called ERA Five Star Guarantee and is, without
question, the UKs most comprehensive money-backed,
home security guarantee.
any homeowner looking to upgrade their windows and

doors who doesnt love a proper, financially backed
guarantee? No hassle, no quibbles just straight
forward benefits that go straight into the pocket. Our
job is to develop hardware and supporting collateral
that really does assist the retailer in winning orders
we are confident that this Guarantee delivers exactly
that.
ERAs focus has been to develop a hardware guarantee

that has real, tangible benefits for the homeowner. This
approach enables the retailer to confidently position
the locking hardware as best in class and this moneybacked approach will undoubtedly resonate with the
homeowner.
The Five Star Guarantee includes:

Up to 1000 home insurance excess paid if one
of our components fails and results in a successful
break in then well pay up to 1000 home insurance
excess.
Up to 1000 towards a repair or replacement
exactly what it says if an ERA component fails
well contribute up to 1000 towards repair or
replacement of that unit.
24/7 help we recognise that a break in can
happen at anytime so were on the end of the
phone 365 days per year, 24 hours per day to get
the property secured.
Saving on the cost of home insurance our
recommended insurance broker recognises
the value of ERA locking hardware so can
save the home owner money on their
insurance premium.
1000 compensation no quibble, no
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for the inconvenience caused by a
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The ERA Five Star Guarantee incorporates 5000

worth of financial compensations to the homeowner
in the event of a break in due to the failure of an ERA
component. Critically, the Guarantee also provides the
homeowner with absolute peace of mind that in the
event of a break in, the property will be secured and
repaired with zero hassle.
Will Butler, group marketing director at ERA is
confident that this approach will be a hit
with fabricators and retailers, Will
comments: the challenge for any
fabricator or retailer is to create
as many points of differentiation
to get their windows and doors
into UK homes so weve given
our customers the ultimate
weapon that will resonate with
GLAZING
Hardware
The MACO C-TS Stable Door Lock system is the

latest addition to the C-TS combined door lock
range available from hardware specialist VBH.
The bottom lock features a key operated (wind
up) lock case so no handle is required on the
lower door; just a profile cylinder and escutcheon
cover are needed. The top door features C-TS
lock which can be used as a standard lift/lever
(lever/lever) or a split spindle (lever/pad) lock if
preferred.
The new stable door lock features steel hooks on
both leaves as standard and manufacturers can
choose to order locks with or without intelligent
security IS cams.
The lock has a true stable door function, offering
the choice of opening just the top door or
opening both leaves together as one unit. This
is achieved through a steel vertical coupling
shootbolt that locates into a port on the top door
when the lower door is unlocked. This connects
the two halves together when the top door is
opened. The shootbolt is available in two lengths
to ensure it is long enough to pass from the lower
door, through the transom, and into the top door.
VBH Marketing Manager Gary Gleeson advises
This new MACO lock is a superb solution for
PVCu, timber or composite stable doors. As
with all C-TS locks the solid steel tapered hooks
provide supreme strength coupled with a very
smooth closing action. The choice of coupling
shootbolt lengths on the lower half means that
only a small hole needs to be drilled through
the transom for the bolt to pass through. This
represents great time, effort and cost benefits to
door manufacturers used to fitting other products
that require the lock itself to be fed through the
transom.
The MACO C-TS Stable Door Lock is available from
VBH in a choice of 35mm or 45mm backsets.
Call VBH on 01634 263300 for further
information or download it from
www.vbhgb.com
GLAZING
uPVC Door Opening Kit
UAP have designed and recently launched a brand new kit for those people who need to gain lawful
access to a domestic property, or those who are just starting out in the locksmith trade. With simple-to-follow,
step-by-step instructions, the UAP uPVC Door Opening Kit allows new locksmiths to easily work out the most efficient
way in which to enter a building, with minimal disruption.
The Kit Contents
www.uapcorporate.com
Call our sales team today on
0161 796 7268
sales@uapcorporate.com
Hardware
According to Palmers market research and Insight

Data reports, almost 20% of all cylinders sold to
door and window manufacturers in the UK are
supplied by Window Ware. Given that cylinders form
just a small part of our complete range of door and
window hardware, Window Ware truly are Hardware
Heroes.
Since 1987, we have supplied the fenestration industry
with a huge range of cylinder hardware, and we are
committed to ensuring that our range satisfies every
possible requirement. Whether you need five pin,
six pin, anti-drill, anti-bump, anti-manipulation, or
Kitemarked sacrificial front cylinders, youre sure to find
exactly what youre looking for in our range.
A Complete Range of Cylinders
We stock all of the biggest and most reliable names

in domestic security solutions. We have a complete
selection of cylinders by Eurospec, ISEO, and Yale.
Amongst our products youll find many 1 star TS007
approved cylinders, all of which can be combined with
the 2 star handles in our range to achieve the maximum
3 star rating for anti-bump and sacrificial cut security.
Our range also includes our very own highly secure
cylinder guard, which can either be fitted during
manufacture or retro-fitted on site to protect cylinders
from attack, should the handle be removed. In short,
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The sheer size of our range would, in itself, make us

Hardware Heroes. But we know that its not enough to
simply stock the goods. It is equally important to ensure
that we can make them available to you, as and when
you need them.
Every single day, we measure our On Time and In Full
(OTIF) figures for all deliveries. Throughout 2014, we
successfully delivered 99.5% of our most frequently
ordered products by the very next working day. So
if, for example, you need a 5 Pin Thumb Turn Profile
Cylinder by tomorrow, so long as you place your order
by 16:30, you can be sure that we will deliver it on time
and in full. Through fulfilling our promises to you, you
can, in turn, fulfil your promises to your customers
reducing your lead times and delivering a huge dose of
satisfaction alongside your top level security solutions.
With our complete range of high quality cylinders and
our total commitment to meeting and exceeding all
of our customers expectations, Window Ware are truly
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GLAZING
Hardware
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Hardware
UAP Limited is able to create bespoke Mastersuite

orders using their team of fully qualified,
experienced in-house locksmiths. These
knowledgeable professionals are all BSi Kitemarkaccredited, which means that when they physically
mastersuite the cylinders, the Kitemark status of
these cylinders is not affected.
David Jennings, the MD of UAP Limited, explains, By

providing tailored, holistic, consumer-friendly solutions
such as cylinder mastersuite services we guarantee
that all commercial requirements are taken into
consideration. This means that customers are getting
exactly what they are looking for, rather than having to
choose from only a limited range of options.
Cylinder mastersuite services are ideal for large and

small hotels and B&Bs as well as apartment buildings,
University blocks, sheltered accommodation,
commercial premises and local authorities. The owner
of a building has a specific key which can unlock all of
the cylinders, whilst other key holders can only gain
access through certain cylinders, meaning that they
can pick and choose who enters a building. Due to the
fact that these cylinders come with several security
features including anti-bump, anti-pick, anti-drill and
sacrificial cut lines, customers will notice a considerable
difference if they choose to take advantage of UAPs
excellent cylinder mastersuite facilities, and will feel
protected and secure all year round.
He continues, Cylinder mastersuite services from UAP

only ever use BSi Kitemark-registered specialists, as if
non-Kitemark registered locksmiths are called upon
then this will render mastersuite Kitemarked status of
the cylinders invalid. No matter how complicated or
intricate the mastersuite system may be, our powerful,
up-to-the-minute software will be able to create the
perfect system in next to no time.
UAPs cylinder mastersuite facilities have been devised
in order to cater for a multitude of commercial
requirements, so that businesses get an instant boost
when it comes to upgrading security. It is a well-known
fact that if a company chooses to offer customised
cylinder mastersuite services to their customers then
they automatically elevate themselves above their
closest competitors, as they are thinking outside of the
box.
David concludes, This means that it is entirely possible
to mastersuite any number of cylinders together as a
whole, all of which can be different shapes and sizes.
These cylinders can also come in a range of finishes,
and with or without a thumbturn-it is entirely up to the
individual. We have recently launch a UAP 6 pin Rim
Cylinder, and what it truly impressive is that we are able
to mastersuite and key alike the rim cylinders to the
UAP+ cylinders!
By combining different cylinders you can then create

something truly unique, innovative and original, which
is why bespoke cylinder mastersuite services from UAP
are proving to be such a popular choice.
It can sometimes be tricky figuring out exactly how a

mastersuite system would work best, which is why UAP
is always on standby to lend a helping hand. If you are
keen to find out more about why cylinder mastersuite
facilities are in such high demand then just get in touch
with UAP by calling their friendly sales team on:
0161 796 7268, or email sales@uapcorporate.com.
GLAZING
Hardware
Leading window and door hardware manufacturer,

the Trojan Group are delighted to announce that
their innovative Pegasus High Security Window
lock has just been awarded a BBA (British Board of
Agrment) Certificate. Tony Chadwick, Trojan Groups
Managing Director, commented, Were delighted to
have attained the certification on Pegasus because
its testament to the products technical excellence,
performance and overall quality. We put a lot of work
into ensuring that the design and manufacturing
quality of every one of our products is the best it
possibly can be. This is reflected in this achievement.
install too because the keeps are easy to position in the

centre and corner of the windows for every application
and gasket compression can be adjusted up to 0.75mm.
Offset applications are also achievable from the
standard product and the compact central gearbox,
which is just 65mm long, means minimal routing is
required.
BBA Certificates are only awarded after rigorous

assessment and are recognised by specifiers and other
decision-makers as an indication of quality, so Trojan
can be justly proud. The assessments included salt
spray, cycle and security testing to confirm its durability.
The Pegasus High Security Window Lock has multi point

locking and guaranteed centre and corner locking for
additional security with every installation. It has an
extended 20mm reverse locking action ensures the
lock which provides enhanced security. Whats more,
when windows are jemmy attacked, the locking actions
intensify rather than disengaging as is the case on most
locks. The strength of the security credentials are also
demonstrated in the locks PAS 24 accreditation when
fitted as part of a window assembly.
The quality of the Pegasus sit alongside a wealth of

other benefits that are certain to appeal to fabricators
and installers. It is one size fits all, so a single lock is
suitable for all sashes from 400mm to 1750mm, giving
valuable economies of scale. Its quick and easy to
Tony concludes, The Pegasus High Security Window

Lock delivers in all areas: it has outstanding security
credentials while also offering excellent cost savings.
Having achieved BBA accreditation will further enhance
the products credibility.
GLAZING
Fabricator & Installer
Fresh window of opportunity

as VEKA customer Stevenswood
secures 3.5m BGF investment

One of The VEKA UK Groups

leading Scottish fabricators Stevenswood - will be expanding
its production capacity and
network of trade counters across
the country thanks to a 3.5m
investment of growth capital
from BGF (Business Growth Fund).
The 11m turnover business,
which manufactures more than
1,000 windows and doors per
week, currently sells its bespoke
manufactured products through
its trade counters in Edinburgh,
Glasgow, Aberdeen, Kilmarnock,
Dundee and at its headquarters in
Livingston.
The 3.5m investment from BGF, the
independent company established
to help the UKs growing businesses,
will see Stevenswood open
additional trade counters across
Scotland, as well as expanding its
kitchen operations to meet the
growing demand for its quality
products.
BGF has taken a minority stake in
Stevenswood with Patrick Graham
joining the board as Investor
Director. The board has been
bolstered with the appointment
of David Pearson as Chairman
and Murray McGarvie as Finance
Director.
Pearson brings extensive experience
of working with institutionallybacked manufacturing businesses.
He is the current Chairman of
Nenplas Ltd and DPP Ltd. In his
earlier career, David was the Group
Commercial Director of Focus
Wickes.
McGarvie is an experienced Finance
Director with a proven track record
in both manufacturing and retail
businesses.
The Livingston-based business was
founded in 1997 by the current
Managing Director Ron Hepburn
and his now retired business partner
Dave Flynn, initially focussing on the

installation of windows and doors. It
was the first company in Scotland to
offer VEKs 70mm Fully Sculptured
frames, which are now the industry
standard.
The strategic recruitment of Director
Duncan Murray in the year 2000
moved the direction of the business
to focus on manufacturing its own
products. During the last decade
it has invested more than 1.6m
in a new site and state-of-the-art
machinery. All manufacturing now
takes place at its industrial facilities
on a five-acre site in Houston
Industrial Estates in Livingston.
Ron Hepburn, Managing Director
of Stevenswood, explained: We
have been reinvigorated about the
future prospects of our business
thanks to BGFs growth capital
investment. The period around
Daves retirement made us all reflect
on the journey we had taken and
what we had achieved and a sale
was seriously considered. But an
introduction to BGF allowed us to
see more immediate opportunities
to grow the business we had
worked so hard to create.
The BGF team could see the
commitment to investment we had
already undertaken with our new
site and advanced manufacturing
equipment at Livingston so they
knew that their investment would
be focused on avenues of growth
rather than capital expenditure. As
a business that trebled its turnover
during the recession we are
confident that our quality products
and our established reputation
will allow us to experience rapid
growth.
Patrick Graham of BGF said: Ron
is a talented and very personable
businessman with a great team
around him that have continually
invested in the business, diversified
and evolved when many in the
sector collapsed. Were excited

about expanding awareness of
its product range to new trade
audiences..
BGF has backed 23 British
manufacturing businesses
in the past three years, from
laser specialists in Glasgow to
carpet makers in Kidderminster.
Stevenswood is a brilliant example
of a strong, established business
that has immediate potential and
assists our goal of supporting
sustainable growth in British
manufacturing while creating local
employment.
www.stevenswood.co.uk
www.bgf.co.uk
BGF is an independent company
that has been established to help
Britains growing businesses with
a turnover between 5m-100m.
Growth potential is the key
criteria. BGF will invest between
2m and 10m per business in
return for a minority equity stake
and a seat on the board for a BGF
director. BGF will provide longterm equity investment for those
growing companies that today
do not have access to this source
of capital. As such BGF hopes to
be a catalyst for growth among
smaller UK companies.
GLAZING
Network VEKA member

companies outstrip market

growth rate while membership
renewals reach 99.2% high
Respected glazing
industry organisation
Network VEKA has
posted figures showing
how its members
businesses far surpassed
the average market rate
for growth in 2014. Their
successes are reflected
in the Networks
unprecedented
membership renewal
rates.
Experiencing business
growth at more than
double the rate of the
rest of the market in
2014, Network VEKAs
member companies have
understandably been
keen to re-sign with the
organisation, helping to
fortify its position as the
industry leader for the
promotion and provision
of the highest standards
of PVC-U installation.
The VEKA UK Groups Sales
and Marketing Director
Colin Torley commented:
Were delighted to start
the year spurred on by

such an encouraging set
of figures. Network VEKA
pioneered standards
organisations in the PVC-U
glazing industry and stats
like these affirm that the
package weve honed
over the past 19 years
really delivers.
Being a member of
our organisation can
clearly be seen to have a
positive effect on business
growth. Companies
see that benefit, gain a
deeper understanding
and commitment to the
standards we promote
and, therefore, have no
hesitation in continuing
their membership.
Central to the Networks
customer-centric
approach has always been
its package of insurancebacked guarantees,
reassuring homeowners
that any work carried
out by a Network VEKA
member company is
covered for the next ten

years. Its comprehensive
marketing support offers
a significant incentive for
installation companies
looking to broaden their
market. Members, in turn,
commit to maintaining
the Networks exacting
standards, regularly being
audited to demonstrate
that they do so.
Colin continues:
Membership renewals
stand at 99.2% for
the past year an
unprecedented uptake
that further confirms
how well our offering fits
the bill. We continuously
consult our members to
ensure that we provide
everything they need
from customisable
marketing materials to
supplementary products
from carefully selected
affiliate suppliers and, of
course, with the benefits
that come from being part
of The VEKA UK Group.
The end of 2014 saw our
members cumulative
weekly sales top 1m
and registrations reach
an eight-year high. We
aim to continue this
growth throughout 2015,
bolstering our standing

with both homeowners
and installers.
Our members install
the best, mostversatile systems,
market themselves in
a professional style
that most installation
companies can only
dream of, and enjoy the
backing and kudos that
only comes with being a
Network VEKA member.
Companies interested
in learning what it takes
to join Network VEKA
can learn more at the
organisations new-look
website: Click Here
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A TOUCH OF GLASS FOR

LUXURY FOREST CABINS
One of the UKs top 10 PR
agencies for customer service:
Finalist in
the Recommended Agency
Register Awards 2014.
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Leisure & Tourism
New luxury holiday cabins at three

woodland sites across the UK have
been installed with energy efficient
windows and doors and a range of
interior glass accessories from
Glassolutions.
Forest Holidays is extending three of
its nine UK holiday retreats in
response to demand from
customers enjoying high quality
accommodation in
natural woodland settings.
Traditional
Home to the
The new cabins at Cropton in North

Yorkshire, the Forest of Dean and
Sherwood Forest will benefit from
double glazed windows and doors
incorporating SGG SECURIT
PLANITHERM Total+, A thermally
toughened safety glass offering
high energy performance, for
ultimate occupier comfort. The
kitchens have also been enhanced
with Vitrio back painted glass
splashbacks.
At Cropton, Glassolutions has also
installed the glass faade, atrium
roof and doors and windows within
the Forest Retreat - A central
building hosting reception,
customer service, caf and
shopping facilities.
Forest Holidays development
supply chain manager Mark
Modern
lifestyle.
Glassolutions has installed new glazing at the

Forest Retreat at Cropton (pictured) and at a
range of new luxury holiday cabins at Forest
Holiday resorts in the UK.
Sheppard said:
Better packaging, logistics and
manufacturing timeframes were all
factors in choosing to partner with
Glassolutions, as well as the
opportunity to work closely with
a specialised glass company that
couldmeet all our requirements.
For more information visit
www.glassolutions.co.uk/
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GLAZING
Freefoam Building Products report that its scheduling

service is achieving real results for Freefoam customers.
Over the last 12 months the service has generated
significant business with an impressive 62% of
schedules resulting in orders.
2014 saw a new member of staff joining the team,
Tish Redmond. Promoted from within Freefoam Tish
manages the whole process providing an accurate
product specification and quantity breakdown from
drawings for all elements of the roofline product range
including fascia, soffit, rainwater and cladding materials.
With a quick ten day turn round its a service that an
increasing number of customers are finding extremely
valuable to their businesses.
General Building Plastics with branches throughout
the Midlands use the service on a regular basis. Alan
Sutherland, Managing Director, explained Weve
submitted plans from various contractors and been very
pleased with the results, winning 70% of schedules.
We get a quick turn round with a full breakdown

emailed back to us with all the components itemised.
Accurate specification means that our customers can
be confident they are ordering exactly what they
need, eliminating wastage and saving money. We are
a growing business so the service saves us time and is
helping to secure valuable new business
If you are interested in finding out more about the
scheduling service contact:
New-Build Manager - Chris Fenney
chris.fenney@freefoam.com
07880 712774
New Build Manager - Simon Parrott
simon.parrott@freefoam.com
07787 520071
New-Build Co-ordinator - Tish Redmond
tish.redmond@freefoam.com
01604 683862
GLAZING
2014 was a record year for Everglade. So good

that in January it opened a second factory close to
Everglades HQ in West London. The new factory
features a Satellite XT cutting and machining
centre, and new bead saws. But we believe its
the investment in IT infrastructure that makes the
combination of the two factories the most flexible
and responsive manufacturing facility in the UK,
says Everglades Operations Director Yogesh Gopal.
What it means for customers is that we can make
whatever they order quickly. We offer customers a
greater choice with our range of windows and doors in
both PVCu and aluminium. There are always spikes in
volumes of one product or another and now we have
complete flexibility to move production to give us
outstanding levels of dependability.
Everglade has achieved this through investment in
new software for production tracking and scheduling,
management software for stockholding and an
extension of the successful barcoding system first
introduced in 2013. Real-time production information
can be seen through easy to read dashboards.
Since joining Everglade 5 years ago Yogesh has been

focused on bringing the latest manufacturing software
and technologies to the company. This meant updating
the layout to incorporate new machinery, introducing
barcoding and creating seamless, automated links
between its processing software and machinery. With
an additional 1 million of ar products through the
factory last year and investment in the second facility,
Everglade has set a new standard of responsiveness in
production within the industry.
We have automated as much as we can, but because
we do huge volumes of aluminium theres a lot of hand
finishing required, adds Yogesh. The new factory gives
us space to be able to do this without it affecting the
other manufacturing lines for PVCu products. Its all
about the combination of man and machine to deliver
excellent quality on time for customers.
www.evergladetrade.co.uk
GLAZING
Everglades family is growing. In its 35th anniversary

year, Everglade has added 10 new team members.
The new jobs have been created to increase capacity
and flexibility for manufacturing both PVCu and
aluminium windows and doors, as well more
support for customers.
New members of Everglades fabrication team started
several months in advance to ensure they were fully
trained before its second factory opened in January.
Weve learned over the years that investing in training
makes all the difference. It gives us a greater depth
of knowledge and creates outstanding levels of
dependability, says Everglades Operations Director
Yogesh Gopal.
Having a greater product range means customers
expect the same level of service whatever they order.
We believe this is the most flexible and responsive
window and door manufacturing facility in the UK. The
second factory is kitted out with advanced machinery
and software systems to make sure its running at
maximum efficiency. Both sites have the capability
to manufacture all products in the range. Aluminium
fabrication required more hand finishing, so having a
highly trained and focused team is vital for high levels
of reliability.
The vibrant office-based team is quick to respond to

customers needs. Whether its a quote, an order or
a query, were here to help customers. We know that
getting the detail precise at this point means things
flow through the factory with greater ease. And thats
good for all our customers.
Everglade Windows has been supplying the trade

for over 30 years and is now one of the South Easts
leading manufacturers of aluminium, uPVC and
composite windows and doors.
Our Valentis retail brand includes Scenic aluminium
bi-fold and sliding doors, Fortis and Palladio
composite doors as well as three uPVC window suites.
We believe offering you more products gives you
more opportunities to sell and grow your profits
We are pleased to have won awards for our customer
service and work hard to ensure we stay the No. 1
Fabricator for installer support.
GLAZING
Forward-thinking, national Halo fabricator Direct

Trade is pleased to announce that it has invested in
an additional 40,000 square foot facility in order to
further streamline its processes while gearing up
for several exciting new product launches in 2015.
The company currently operates from a 40,000 square
foot factory for its PVC-U window production, and
has an additional two facilities for doors, roofs and its
Kolorbond operations. The investment means that the
total manufacturing space will increase from 61,000 to
87,500 square feet, with the consolidation of the door,
roof and Kolorbond spaces, which, in turn will improve
service and communications by having these divisions
under one roof.
in our people with the recruitment of an experienced

Technical Manager in order to truly maximise the
efficiency of our production processes.
Most excitingly, the new space allows us greater
scope to manufacture a number of new products to
complement our already extensive range and bring
real benefits and innovation to our customers. We
look forward to bringing these latest developments to
market throughout the course of 2015, so watch this
space for more information.
For more information call Direct Trade today on
0800 288 8828 or visit www.directtradeltd.co.uk
Direct Trades Managing Director, Steve Green, explains:

All of this investment has one key goal to help keep
our customers ahead of their competitors through
better lead times, more efficient manufacturing
processes to pass on great value for money and a larger
choice of product range. We spent a lot of time securing
the perfect space for the next phase of our expansion
programme and were fortunate enough to secure a
facility which is close to our existing factory and trade
counter. Whats more, we have also invested in our
equipment with the addition of a new Stuga line, and
GLAZING
Sheerframe 8000, the very latest suite of lead-free

70mm window system profiles from the pioneers
of thermoplastic extrusion, now offers a new
8-chambered mainframe option designed to provide
an array of specification benefits.
Available in popular contour styling, the new
8-chambered mainframe is slim in appearance with
a large face of 52mm to complement the 60mm
intermediate frame and the 70 x 70mm large frame.
When used in combination with a 5-chambered sash
fitted with an expanded PVC foam Thermlock frame
reinforcement and 44mm Argon gas-filled triple glazing,
the 8-chambered mainframe window specification will
comfortably deliver an A+ WER zero carbon thermal
performance with an impressive U-value of just 0.8 W/
M2K.
With a 14mm wide rebate upstand and a 56mm glazing
area the Sheerframe 8000 system offers a future proof
choice of 28mm, 36mm, and 44mm double and triple
glazing along with a glass bonding platform built in
from the start.
requiring no reinforcement in most cases, comments

David Strang, Sheerframes Group Key Account Director,
and this new Sheerframe 8000 profile specification
is also a winner in terms of reduced cost and superior
thermal performance.
The 8-chambered mainframe gives greater structural

strength and enables fabrication of large-span windows
GLAZING
With 2.4 billion being raised in new affordable

housing investment thanks to the Governments Right
to Buy scheme, originally launched in 2012, never has
the focus on efficient building been more important to
homeowners.
before activity dropped away a little at the end of the year.

It has been suggested that investment in property will
continue to increase and that UK house prices will grow
on average by 4%, which will keep the renovation market
busy.
In April 2015 more people will have the chance to buy

their home thanks to further Right to Buy discounts, with
maximum discounts rising in line with inflation, to 77,900
outside of London and 103,900 in the capital. All of
which is excellent news for installers and builders.
With three window systems available in 16 colours as

well as colour bond finishes available on both pvc-u and
aluminium products, framexpress has placed energy
efficiency, security and aesthetics as key areas for recent
development within the range, to ensure customers can
buy from under one roof.
Ian Davis, Sales Director at frameXpress believes that as

the GGF steps up and urges the Government to boost
our industry further, by encouraging growth for local and
national economies, it is obvious that housing will once
again become a main focus in the political world.
Ian comments, Energy efficient buildings are an
incredibly important part of tackling the worlds energy
crisis, being a fundamental part of keeping draughts out
and therefore energy bills down, which are major selling
points to consumers.
Furthermore, with the Mortgage Advice Bureau currently
suggesting that homeowners are giving themselves
up to 2000 extra cash in the bank by remortgaging
to a cheaper deal, it is very possible that these types of
measures are being made by them to reinvest in the
home.
The UK housing market saw a spring and summer boom
in 2014, particularly in London and the South of England,
Furthermore, frameXpress has an established reputation

for quality and high standards which is reflected in the
extensive accreditations achieved by the company.
This gives frameXpress customers additional selling
advantages, particularly within the domestic market
where more and more often accreditations such as
Secured by Design and PAS 23, 24 are stipulated on
projects.
For homeowners, this gives added reassurances in terms
of security, with the accreditations and performance
guarantees now being recognised and trusted by them.
Whilst frameXpress maintains a stronghold within the
fabrication sector, the commercial division also has
increased considerably over recent years, with the
introduction of a broader product range including
aluminium, bifold doors, composite and commercial
entrance doors, all having been well received by both
existing and new customers.
GLAZING

Already projects for the company this
year have been steady and varied, with
the team working on installations that
have required a complete technical
understanding in respect of both
specifiers and customers requirements.
FrameXpress took a very progressive
approach to the industry during the
dark days of recession by stepping
up diversification and streamlining
production methods a step which
has paid off. Customer satisfaction
remains a top priority at the company
and consequently it has established
excellent business relations with both
customers and suppliers.
Understanding renovation and being
sensitive not just to aesthetic options
but being able to advise on the most
appropriate products for an older or
listed property, are also key elements
that frameXpress customers can rely
upon and discuss with the team.
Ian comments, Whilst retrofit and
regeneration are incredibly big
business, it is essential for us to offer a
range that will not only offer the best

in terms of thermal efficiency but
that will not create problems further
down the line. Understanding how
older properties breathe and what
products will be the most appropriate
for a renovation project are important
aspects that have to be considered.
The last thing our customers need is
call back a few months later.
Conservatories, garden rooms
and orangeries continue to be a
popular product of choice for the
leading fabricator, with consumers
still looking to add space and make
optimum use of light. The company
has three styles of thermally efficient
roofing available as well as a Guardian
Roof option, to ensure that year
round living is possible for those
looking to create a lighter and larger
living environment.
Looking at the potential for
investment in the housing market,
Ian Davis believes that diversity and
flexibility are the keys to success
for the company. He concludes,

frameXpress has remained strong
and reliable even through dark years
of recession, which gives value to
our guarantees. Another part of our
strength lies in the quick turnarounds
along with the ability to make site
deliveries on different days. For
customers working to tight schedules
as the market gathers pace, we give
them total reassurance.
Whilst it is said that the general
election could dampen the housing
market activity until the result is
known, we believe it will remain
buoyant and steadily grow. By
offering quality, choice and stability,
through investment, not only in
technology but also in staff, ensures
that our customers can only gain
from our products and services.
For more information on the range of
products available please call
01952 581100.
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St Helens-based VEKA
fabricator, Qualplas
has recently fulfilled
one of the more
unusual contracts of
its 25-year history by
manufacturing windows,
doors and French doors
for a residential project,
under construction in
Ghana!
The contract was referred
to Qualplas via The
VEKA UK Group website
following initial contact
from contractor Barry
Alger, who is coordinating
the project from his
beachfront property
nearby.
Andrew Smith, Qualplas
Managing Director
explains: Barry was sold
on using VEKA systems
having been so impressed
with the durability of
the units installed on
his own property, which
neighbours the new
development.
The VEKA UK Group
referred the project to
us as Barry had specified

that he wanted to use
a reputable fabricator
with a long-standing
relationship with VEKA.
His other main criterion
was our closeness to the
Liverpool Docks, purely for
the comparative ease of
shipping the finished units
to West Africa.
The new development
is situated on Victoria
Beach near Takoradi,
Ghana, and will consist of
24 serviced apartments,
office facilities, a bar
and restaurant area
overlooking the seafront
and a bathing area /
swimming pool. Oil
has recently been
discovered in the region
and it is envisaged that
a company involved in
that industry will lease
the entire purpose-built
development for the use
of its workers.
The significant size
of the project meant
Qualplas received an
order comprising around

40 Matrix 70 windows,
19 sets of French doors
and additional residential
doors. VEKA door
and window systems
are therefore used
exclusively throughout
the development, paying
testament to Barrys
confidence in their
weather resistance and
technical performance.
Andrew continues: The
photos Barry has sent
us of the construction
site demonstrate just
how exposed the new
development is to the
elements. Not only will
the window and door
installations have to
withstand savage sea
winds, rain and salt water
erosion but, with the
changing seasons, there
will be huge variations in
temperature from extreme
heat to bitter chill.
Colin Torley, Sales and
Marketing Director for The
VEKA UK Group added:
Qualplas commitment to
fabricating VEKA systems
not only secured the
company this fascinating
contract but reassured
the customer that the
products he chose have
been thoroughly tested
to withstand the worlds
most unforgiving climates.
VEKA subjects its
systems to prolonged
testing in extremes of
heat and cold as part
of its development and
ongoing quality control
process, ensuring that the
challenges presented by
developments like Barrys
are comprehensively
catered for. We cant
wait to see pictures of
the finished project and
are proud that systems
from The VEKA UK Group,
fabricated by Qualplas - a
long-standing, UK-based
VEKA fabricator are being
championed on a world
stage.
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Web Design
DIGITAL specialist The Consultancy has hailed its

on-going success down to word-of-mouth after
revealing 78% of 2015 projects are due to client
referrals. The company, which works to develop
online solutions specifically for the window and door
industry, celebrated a record 2014 with a 30% increase
in turnover, allowing them to employ new staff and
expand its premises.
Over the past few months the company has expanded
its profile further working with the likes of Solidor,
Truedor and Selecta Systems.
Richie Thornton, Director of The Consultancy, said: The
figures definitely speak for themselves, and while public
relations is a key part of our business, we have found
that the best way to spread the word is through word of
mouth.
In this sector, there is a lot of competition. But if you

have a contract with one client and deliver a good
package, the chances are they will speak highly of you
within the industry.
That is reflected by the fact that almost 80% of our
new businesses has come from a referral.
With an abundance of projects already in the pipeline,
The Consultancy is already looking forward to a busy
2015.
Richie added: Last year was really such a highlight for
us, after ten years in the industry our portfolio of work is
to continuing to grow stronger and stronger; we cannot
wait to see what 2015 has in store.
Alongside further projects we are also running a
Death of the Fax campaign, encouraging the industry
to embrace the digital age and move away from the
constraints of the fax machine.
To get in touch for a free consultation visit us at
www.theconsultancy.co.uk or call us directly at
01429 239 689.
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Web Design
THE CONSULTANCY has been praised after the

development of a new made-to-measure online
trade system for one of the UKs leading suppliers.
Selecta Systems, which specialises in PVC-U window
and door systems, enlisted the digital specialists to
optimise its specialist doors ordering systems and
create a more efficient process.
From this The Consultancy developed a bespoke
responsive website featuring a trade portal, composite
door designer and online ordering system, allowing
users to log-in and generate orders in minutes with
instant live pricing.
Andy Thorpe, an Order Processor from Selecta Systems,
said: After the first presentation of the system, I was
blown away. I knew this system would be able to
revolutionise the way the business currently operates.
We had always used fax and telephone ordering
systems previously, which worked and did the job,
but this system will save on processing time which
had previously been spent handling faxes, customer
concerns and trying to contact our customers.
The online system for our composite door range has
just been launched and I cannot wait for our other
products to be rolled out.
Selecta Systems has been operating for over 30 years
and is still run by the original company owners from
its nine-acre headquarters in Birmingham. On top of
allowing the trade to order from its composite door
range, the company will also be rolling out online
designers and ordering systems for its bi-fold and patio
door ranges in the coming months.
Mark Walker, Marketing and Design Manager at Selecta

Systems, has been managing the whole project and
said: In this day and age our customers need remote
access to our products anywhere and everywhere.
With the old system, we would rely on fax machines
and phone calls to ensure orders were processed and
received. This was a much lengthier process with more
room for error.
Now our systems are so much more capable and
with ordering and bespoke composite door design
available 24/7, we cannot wait to see the effect on our
efficiency levels and sales.
Working with The Consultancy is a pleasure and
their professionalism and knowledge is second-tonone which has helped the project run smooth and
efficiently.
The Consultancy has been in the industry for over 10
years and provides digital solutions specifically for the
window and door industry.
Richie Thornton, Director of The Consultancy, said:
This has been a brilliant project to round off the year,
especially with such already positive feedback from
staff.
We cannot wait to begin rolling out Selecta Systems
other online designers in the new year and are looking
forward to seeing them reap the rewards from going
digital.
To contact The Consultancy visit:
www.theconsultancy.co.uk or call
01429 239 689.
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highlighted that our Managing Director, Mr Jason
Clemmit was looking at ways to give more back
to our members by providing you with additional
benefits and we asked you for your input in what
these should be. Spring is fast approaching and so
is a range of new benefits to our registered member
companies.
Starting in the next couple of months and following
throughout the year Certass is bringing on board a
range of membership benefits to enhance what we
deliver to you. We will be announcing these new
membership benefits through both the trade press and
our website.
On the subject of our website, keep a close eye on it
over the next few weeks. We have fully reviewed our
websites content and working with a leading web
design consultancy have merged and fully redesigned
our web content from both these websites. The new
design is up to date and it is quicker and easier than
ever to find the information you our customers and
consumers what. We currently have the main Certass
website www.certass.co.uk and the Thermal Rating
Register website at www.thermalratingregister.co.uk
. As with all websites over time, content is added on
an ad hoc basis and there can be a tendency towards
information overload and/or a confused link flow. These
websites have done their job very well but its now time
to move on.
Certass Improve Joining Process

In line with the launch of our new website we are also
redesigning the Certass offering. We are no longer
simply a glazing Competent Person Scheme (CPS) we

are a multi-trade installer and product certification
scheme. To this end, our application documents are
currently been re-designed to make clearer what you
get from Certass and what you must do for each aspect
of our certification products. We are cutting the formfilling process down to a minimum.
We have also launched an online application platform
for those companies that just want to get it done. You
are able to provide us with your company details as
well as submit the required application documents. But
dont worry the personal touch is still very much central
to our philosophy. If you want to talk to our sales team
they are available to help. They even work on till 7.30
pm every Wednesday to try to ensure they are available
when its convenient for you.
Certass Moving forward

As we all know its a fast-paced business world today.
Certass is a forward facing company who is always
looking to respond to our customers needs. Is your
current certification provider adapting to meet your
business needs? If not give us a try. If we havent
persuaded you to join Certass yet, keep an eye on the
benefits we have coming. We believe you will find we
will be offering more than any other Certification Body,
Competent Person Scheme or indeed trade body. We
are the only scheme you will need moving forward, go
on give us a go.
If you want to join Certass you can call our dedicated
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