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At Synseal we have been monitoring

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At the heart of the system are
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The U-value of 0.15 W/m2K for
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Selecting the right supply partners
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Synseal
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fixings from Rapierstar and optional
roof windows from VELUX we have
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construct a well-engineered system
of the highest quality, comments
Synseals Head of R&D, Phil Parry.
Synseal Envirotile external roofing
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Precision
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withstand wind and weather.
Envirotiles are 80% lighter than
standard concrete tiles, weighing
8.4kg per square metre in contrast
with cement or natural slate roof tile
products that typically weigh 50 kg
per square metre.
Available in a choice of 3 popular
and appealing colours: Black, Brown
or Terracotta, the interlocking
Envirotiles are self-draining, selfventilating and branded with
the Synseal logo for ease of
identification. The single or double
Envirotiles are easy to handle and
cut on site for a precision finish at
concealed hip or valley roof edge
intersections.
In addition to single and double

roof tiles, the Synseal Envirotile
range includes an elevated and
interlocking ventilated ridge cap,
radius end/apex cover, hip, hip end
cap, gable end cap, dry verge, tile
starter trim and push-fit screw
cap cover to ensure a high quality
aesthetic finish for each Celsius
solid roof.
Fully approved and registered by
the Local Authority Building Control
(LABC), Celsius solid roof is available
for existing glazed conservatory
roof replacements or new build
applications in Lean-To, Georgian,
Gable and Victorian building
extension styles.
Synseals
Roofing
Technical
Manager Neville Gleed has been
the driving force behind the product
development, overseeing all the key
design stages including component
prototyping and trial site installation
of the full system to ensure that
every detail of Celsius solid roof is
perfect and ready for launch.
Our aim has been to create the
best-looking,
most
thermallyefficient and easiest-to-fit solid roof
on the market today, says Neville,
while at the same time delivering
full compliance with Building
Regulations for new or retro-fit
applications. Speed of installation
is essential, because on site time =
money.
Unlike rival systems which employ
aluminium rafters, aluminium ridge
beams, aluminium eaves ring beams,
aluminium valleys and aluminium
box gutters similar in design to
glazed conservatory roofs, Celsius
solid roof is a truly warm roof,
featuring all timber construction
without any metallic cold spots.
Alan Green, Product Support
Engineer at Synseal sums it up
neatly: As product designer, my
brief was to achieve improved
installed thermal performance using
proven materials with no inherent
design weaknesses to eradicate
cold bridging. Our Celsius solid roof
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extensions that homeowners will be
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Editors Corner
Warning on Compliance
BFRC licence holders are reminded that
suppliers of their sealed units have a legal
obligation to comply.
The British Fenestration Ratings Councils (BFRC) advice

concerns BS EN 1279 Glass in Buildings: Insulating
Glass Units.
It makes clear that this is not a new requirement.
Since the 1 July 2013 it has been mandatory for
sealed unit manufacturers to meet the requirement
of the Construction Products Regulation (2013) and
subsequent CE Marking.
It is a legal requirement for unit manufacturers to
declare the performance of their products. As such a
sealed unit supplier should be able to provide you with
documentary evidence to confirm the product has been
tested appropriately.
All sealed units must meet the requirements of Part 2
of BS En 1279. However, if purchasing gas filled sealed
units, a supplier must be able to demonstrate that they
have passed BS EN 1279 Part 3.
It is not acceptable to claim the sealed unit complies
with BS EN 1279 when it is undergoing test, as the
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It is a legal requirement for unit manufacturers to

declare the performance of their products.
outcome is unknown. As the supplier of the
window you have a responsibility to ensure that the
IGUs used within your windows comply.
For further information, visit the website: www.bfrc.org
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Editors Corner
Change that
Takes the PAS

Change in the Building Regulations could mean that manufacturers
and installers that are unable to demonstrate that products they
are supplying meet PAS24 : 2012, will be locked out of the new
build market with immediate effect.
he amendment to the
Building
Regulations
were rubber-stamped by
Parliament at the end of March
and make PAS24:2012 or Secured
by Design (SBD), the minimum
standards for window and door
security in all new homes.
It is argued by Sliders UK,
manufacturer and fabricator of
SBD patio doors, bi-folding doors
and composite doors, that this
will mean that anyone who is
unable to demonstrate that the
product that they are supplying
meets requirements under the
new Building Regulations, will
be immediately locked out of
the new build sector.
We
welcome
the
new
regulations as driving higher
standards in home security and
increased professionalism within
our industry, commented Ian
Longbottom, Managing Director,
Sliders UK. What is less positive
is that the industry has been
slow to recognise the impact of
these changes.
which has the potential to close

both out of the new build sector,
the ramifications are huge,
unless they now urgently review
autumn. We have always seen
their supply chain.
security as the critical factor in
our product range irrespective of
The Building Regulations &
the market theyre in, offering an
(Amendment) Regulations 2015
SBD composite, bi-fold or inlinebecame law on the 27 March and
sliding door, delivers immediate
follows what was meant to have
commercial advantage, said Mr
been widespread consultation
Longbottom. But now there is
on the Housing Standard
a real regulatory driver towards
Review (HSR). This closed in
PAS24 : 2012 products and that
November 2014 and critically,
is going to deliver a step-change
as the foundation for regulatory
in the industrys approach.
changes, it recommended that
water efficiency, accessibility and
security, should be nationally
defined and assessed under
Building Control, not by planners
or funders.
The Building Regulations
Approved Document Q of the

Second
HSR
Consultation
(now Part Q Security of the
Building Regulations) states
that doorsets should be
manufactured to a design which
has been shown to meet the
requirements of PAS24 : 2012 or
be designed and manufactured
to meet the requirements of
Mr Longbottom warned that PAS24.doorsets demonstrating
many
manufacturers
and compliance with the police
installers had slept-walked into SBD initiative will also meet
regulatory change and could pay the provisions of this Approved
a significant price, for doing so. Document.
There are manufacturers and The amendment to Building
installers who have slept-walked Regulations applies immediately
into change and as something but will not be enforced until the
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& (Amendment)
Regulations 2015
became law on the 27
March and follows what
was meant to have been
widespread consultation
on the Housing Standard
Review (HSR).
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Editors Corner
Be a Scout & Be Prepared

GGF urges glass and glazing businesses
to understand implications of Consumer
Rights Act 2015
he Act is a major part of the governments

reform of UK consumer law and it is
claimed that it will boost the economy
by 4 billion over the next 10 years by
streamlining complicated law from eight
pieces of legislation into one.
Although the Glass and Glazing Federation
admits to failing to get any of its
recommendations adopted in the original Bill,
it is committed to informing its members of
the ramifications before the law comes into
force at the beginning of this October.
The principal changes that need to be
recognised are:
What should happen when goods are faulty.
Unfair te rms in a contract.
What happens when a business is acting in
a way that is not competitive.
Written notice for routine inspections to be
given by public enforcers, such as Trading
Standards.
Greater flexibility for public enforcers to
respond to breaches of consumer law, such
as seeking redress for consumers who have
suffered harm.
short term right to reject of a default 30 days

for consumers to reject faulty goods, rather
than continuing with the current reasonable
period.
The GGF has expressed its concerns to the

Department of Business, Skills and Innovation
As well as these changes there are two new (BIS) that this could create problems for the
areas of law covering:
domestic replacement glazing industry when
consumers try to reject windows and doors
What should happen when digital content which have been installed.
is faulty the Act now gives consumers a
clear right to repair or replacement.
The Federation has arranged for a presentation
How services should match up to what has by a Trading Standards Lead Officer, entitled
been agreed and what should happen when Likely effect the new Act will have on our
not, or when they are not provided with industry at the GGF Joint Window and Door
reasonable care and skill, e.g. giving some Group and Conservatory Association meeting
money back if it is not practical to bring the at the end of April in Solihull, Midlands to
service into line with what was agreed.
which all members are welcome. Further
presentations by GGF staff to members around
The new Consumer Rights Act will have far the regions will then follow during the months
reaching consequences for all companies in up to October before implementation of the
our industry and Id urge every company to Act.
be well prepared for the impact, stated Brian
Smith, Home Improvement Director, GGF. The
main concern is how the Act will introduce a
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Editors Corner
Tories are Tops in Construction Poll

The Conservative party has
taken the lead in a pre-election
opinion poll conducted by UK
Construction Week, organiser
of the umbrella event at the
NEC this October
around the industry, asking

for their thoughts on policies
affecting the construction
industry. The overwhelming
majority replied that they do
not feel the interests of the
industry have been addressed
by the election campaigns,
with only 29% stating that
construction has received
adequate political attention.
t found that the Tories

were ahead despite 71% of
respondents claiming that
the needs of the construction
industry have been ignored by
the key political parties.
When asked which party
would be best for the industry
The
survey
questioned if it comes to power, the
more than 1,000 product Conservatives demonstrated a
manufacturers,
contractors, clear lead with 54% of the vote.
architects, house builders, The results place Labour well
developers and suppliers from behind at 30%, while the Green
Party has pushed ahead of the
Liberal Democrats, coming
in at 6% and 4% respectively.
UKIP managed to claim 4% of
The Help To Buy
the vote, with SNP and Plaid
programme was
Cymru jointly accounting for
the remaining 2%.
overwhelmingly
highlighted as the most

important recent initiative
in boosting construction
industry growth, receiving
67% of the vote.
have a positive or neutral

impact on the construction
industry and just 28% replying
that this would have negative
consequences.
When asked to look more closely
at the policies they feel would
positively benefit the industry,
two key themes emerged:
house building and skills. The
Help To Buy programme was
overwhelmingly highlighted
as the most important
recent initiative in boosting
construction industry growth,
receiving 67% of the vote.
Disappointingly
for
the
coalition governments flagship
energy efficiency programmes,
the Green Deal and the
Energy Company Obligation,
achieved just 9% and 5% of
the responses, while the key
sustainability programmes the
Renewable Heat Incentive and
Despite the positive indication Feed In Tariff each received
for the Conservatives, the just 4%.
survey also appeared to reveal
a desire for political change
with 72% stating that a
change in government would
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General Section
Andy Jones, Managing Director of

Edgetech UK, A Quanex Company
www.edgetechig.co.uk
ONS stats don't stack up for
the window industry
he statistics dont appear to stack up for the

window industry in the newly published report
from the Office of National Statistics (ONS)
on the size and performance of the UK low carbon
economy, according to Andy Jones, Managing Director
at Edgetech UK, a Quanex company.
The report states that in 2013 (the latest dates included
in the report) total turnover for the manufacture and
supply of energy efficient windows and doors is 2.8
billion, which we believe to be about right, says Andy.
Its the supporting figures that dont stack up. The

ONS report states that there are only 180 companies
engaged in direct activities for the manufacture and
supply of energy efficient windows and doors with
17,500 people employed in the sector. We believe that
considerably more companies are involved and that a
much higher number of people are employed.
With the report putting 20 million for investment,
this figure too looks unrealistically low. Because we
cannot reconcile these figures with what we know, we
are writing to the ONS to get further clarification of the
numbers included in the report.
The section on energy efficient products shows windows
and doors ranks third, taking 17 percent of the total.
Insulation is in the top slot with 34 percent of market
share. Other products included are energy efficient

lighting, heat recovery and ventilation, energy controls
and control systems, and sustainable architecture and
buildings.
But, adds Andy, one thing thats very clear is 4 out

of 6 product categories included in the ONS report
are eligible for reduced VAT at 5 percent. Lighting
and energy efficient windows and doors are the only
products that have 20 percent VAT added to them. If
the Government is really serious about creating a
low carbon economy it needs to support all UK based
companies manufacturing and supplying energy
efficient products.
In 2008 Edgetech was the first company in the industry
to bring the argument to Government in a petition. It
was debated in parliament and included in Hansard,
the record of every debate for the House of Commons
and the House of Lords. The petition declared that
substantial energy savings, and consequential
environmental benefits, could be achieved with the use
of energy efficienct products and that the Government
should therefore reduce VAT on such products.
When the General Election is over, we will be lobbying
our local MP again to look again at supporting reduced
rate VAT.
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General Section
From left to right: Dan Gill

with Gareth Mobley.
DW3 PRODUCTS GROUP'S DOUBLE ACQUISITION
ewly formed investment vehicle, DW3 Products

Group, is delighted to announce that it has now
acquired highly regarded industry innovators
Window Widgets and Eclectic Systems from Dan Gill.
Window Widgets was founded in 2004 and has become
the first port of call for key components for the
window, door and conservatory sectors; while Eclectic
Systems is best known for developing the fast-growing,
revolutionary Residence 9 window system.
The acquisitions bring the total number of companies
within the DW3 Products Group to four, with the new
additions sitting alongside Solidor and Nice Door
Panels. Each business shares similar distribution
channels, thereby enhancing the Groups geographical
reach and distribution capabilities.
At a time when building products are manufactured
overseas and shipped into the UK, DW3 is proud to be
a firm supporter of innovative British manufacturing
businesses, which are providing home grown
employment opportunities.
Gareth Mobley, CEO of DW3 Products Group,
commented: This is fantastic news and an incredibly
exciting investment for us. Under Dans stewardship,
R9 has grown exponentially over the last three years
and Window Widgets has become hugely important as
an industry favourite for fabricators from all corners
of the U.K and Ireland. Dan has an exceptional talent
for developing truly game-changing products. The
combination of our know-how and shared passion to re-
define the industry we know so well, creates significant

potential for the Group.
With immediate effect, Dan Gill will take up the role
of CEO of the DW3 Group Window Division and sit
on the main DW3 Board. Dan commented: This is an
incredibly exciting investment for us and one that has
considerable scope for development. It means that we
can fast track some new product launches and blossom
into a fully-fledged systems house as we build the
wider group through organic growth and acquisition. I
am really looking forward to joining the board of DW3
and to working alongside Gareth and the great team
thats been assembled.
Gareth commented: The introduction of Dan as the CEO
for the Window Division will provide us with prodigious
expertise in terms of product design and engineering.
This investment will have a transformational effect
on the group and we hope, on the wider industry. We
have a lot up our sleeves, so installers and fabricators
can look forward to more revolutionary products in the
near future.
DW3 Products Group, with the backing of NorthEdge
Capital, has firm plans in place for additional
investments during the course of 2015, and beyond.
The Group has quickly established itself as one of the
most exciting in the home improvement sector, and
with four acquisitions in four months, the benchmark
has been set.
http://dw3group.co.uk/
General Section
GOODBYE GERRY!
fter more than 20 years at the helm, Profile

22 fabricator BBH Ltd has waved goodbye to
one of its most charismatic and well-regarded
team members, co-owner and company director,
Gerry Banthorpe.
Gerry started the business in 1992 with his cousin,
David Banthorpe. It was his ambition to run a
successful company, one to be proud of. 23 years
on, and with a bulging order book, Gerry has retired
leaving BBH Ltd in the very capable hands of his
daughter Dawn, who has worked alongside her Dad
for the last 17 years, and David.
business with no orders, little machinery and no
To wish Gerry a fond farewell the BBH team invited staff. Mum and Jos soon joined, running the office
friends, family and key suppliers to a retirement party whilst Dad and David processed the orders by hand,
held at the companys offices in Horsford, Norwich. and manufactured the windows. Today the company
Nic Rossano, Profile 22 business development has 14 employees, orders into the summer months
manager went along to present Gerry with a special and has been through two recessions.
retirement gift from all the team at Profile 22. BBH
Ltd has been a loyal and valuable Profile 22 customer
for nearly a decade.
A keen golfer, Gerry hopes to spend much of his free

time trying to achieve his other ambition in life; a
lower handicap!
Speaking at the party Dawn paid tribute to her

Dads success, They [Gerry and David] started the
www.profile22.co.uk
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Charity
he champion of the Top Gun challenge hosted by

Edgetech UK, a Quanex company, is taking on the
London to Paris bike ride to raise money for Great
Ormond Street Hospital in memory of his daughter,
Lacey-Mae.
Graham Carley, Production Manager at Double R
Glass & Roofing Systems, finished on the top spot at
Edgetechs Top Gun Challenge last year making him
the fastest Super Spacer applicator in the UK. Hell be
needing that speed when he rides the 300 miles from
London to Paris in just four days this July.
Graham hopes to raise 1,500 for Great Ormond Street
Hospital where his daughter Lacey-Mae was cared for
during the two weeks of her life. The care she received
from GOSH was truly brilliant, said Graham. We owe
so much to the nurses and doctors there.
This is why I am getting on a bike and taking on the
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April 2015
From Top Gun

to Charity
Challenge
London to Paris bike ride. I have not ridden a bike for

about 10 years but I have so much motivation to finish
the challenge as I believe my daughter would have
wanted me to do it.
The route will allow the charity cyclists to take in some
of Northern Frances most significant World War battle
sites, following the Normandy coastline and cycling
through the best of the French countryside before the
final stretch down the Champs-Elysees to the finish
line beneath the Eiffel Tower. The cyclists will also
have the chance to see the final stage of the Tour de
France on their last day in Paris.
To find out more about Grahams challenge and to
donate go to:
www.justgiving.com/Graham-carley2015L2P/
CLICK HERE to view Grahams winning Top Gun
performance.
Charity
THE ENCEPHALITIS SOCIETY

GETS VEKAS SUPPORT FOR 2015
he VEKA UK Group has named the Encephalitis

Society as its nominated charity for 2015,
announcing a series of events that will take place
over the course of the year to raise funds for the support
and research organisation.
Gabriela Hammond, Head of Human Resources at The
VEKA UK Group commented: This is a cause thats
close to our hearts and, as such, The VEKA UK Group is
dedicating a full years support to the society as opposed
to the normal six-months.
Fundraising got off to a flying start in January, with
many staff members staying dry for the month in return
for sponsorship money! Marchs Network VEKA AGM
saw members donate over 700 to use the 70s-themed
props, supplied for the evenings entertainment an
amazingly generous contribution to make in just one
day.
Susan Lunney, the Network VEKA Office Manager
and Karen Galawan, PA to our Sales and Marketing
Director teamed up to help us make the most of Easters
fundraising opportunities. They baked and decorated an
amazing batch of cupcakes that sold out in a flash at our
Burnley HQ.
Weve been selling various goodies from pin badges

and wrist bands to cook books and even cuddly toys
and, with such a diligent workforce, were finding cones

of sweeties prove an ever-popular energy-boosting
treat!
If youd like to keep up with The VEKA UK Groups

fundraising activities, news is regularly posted on
both its website and social media accounts. Gabriela
continues: Besides the events and activities were
hosting within the company, theres lots more planned
that were welcoming customers and suppliers to get
involved with too.
For the more active among us, there are charity runs,
sponsored bike rides and the annual VEKA golf day to
look forward to. And, for those who enjoy their sport
more from the comfort of an armchair, the Euro football
sweepstake always proves a popular money-spinner!
You can follow all our progress online no doubt
therell be many entertaining and embarrassing pictures
shared on our Facebook and Twitter accounts and we
regularly update the news pages on www.vekauk.com
too. If you or your company would like to help or sponsor
us in supporting what is a really good cause, wed love
to hear from you.
For more information on Encephalitis, the work of
the Encephalitis Society and ways to donate, visit the
organisations website, here: www.encephalitis.info.
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Charity
FIVES
The GM Football Fives
team places filling fast!
aunched by GM Fundraising just last month,

the glazing industrys national five aside
football competition, GM Football Fives
is already enjoying fast take up. Being held on
Saturday 9th May 2015, the tournament will see
the glazing industry exercise its own special
brand of friendly rivalry as teams compete to
win one of the hotly coveted trophies, including
Player of the Tournament, Beat the Goalie and
Golden Boot, whilst also raising funds for Hope
House Childrens Hospices.
Executives in a national competition thats all

about the UKs national sport. Teams are even
welcome to ask customers and suppliers to join
in the fun.
Those who feel more comfortable in the stands

than on the pitch can also get involved and we
will be announcing some exciting sponsorship
opportunities very soon, so watch this space.
As with all GM Fundraising events, the most
important thing is to raise money for a fantastic
cause by doing something that people will enjoy.
Companies already signed up include: Quickslide We believe the GM Football Fives will become a
Ltd, Profix, MB Frames, GQA Qualifications, date not to be missed in peoples diaries every
Glazerite Windows Ltd, Emplas, KAT UK, Mila year, as everything is set for a truly fantastic day.
Hardware, Haffner, Grouphomesafe, Safeguard
Glazing Supplies and FrameXpress. So if you can Taking part is simple. Teams consist of 8 players,
bend it like Beckham, Pass like Pirlo or score with a guaranteed 3 matches for just 800 per
like Shearer (or indeed, if you cant) and would team. Registration includes entry to the Awards
like to join them, make sure you get your team Party Evening hosted at St Andrews. Additional
registered.
tickets for the fun once the final whistle has
gone can be purchased for 25 per adult, 10
Adrian Barraclough, Quickslides Chairman and per child aged 10 to 16 with children under 10
GM Fundraising team member explains: The welcome for no charge. For a sneak preview of
GM Football Fives has been created as a step the teams promotional video filmed at BCFC
away from the usual corporate day, providing go to: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tfan excellent opportunity for companies to put m9t42djA or contact gary@gmfundraising.co.uk
a team together with people from any area of to register your team.
the business. Fitters will play alongside Chief
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Marketing
The VEKA UK Group
Network VEKA Marketing

Portal proves its worth!
Network VEKA is known across the industry as the pinnacle support organisation for installers, and recent
figures from its technically-advanced Marketing Portal have further demonstrated that this online system is
a welcome element of the organisations offering.
Colin Torley, Sales and Marketing Director for The VEKA UK Group explains: The Marketing Portal is an online
facility which we developed to assist our members in creating marketing materials at the click of a button.
This system is populated with professionally-designed items that are automatically personalised with the
member companys own logo and contact details. There is a wide range of items to choose from, including
adverts, brochures, pull-ups, mailers and more and members can further personalise the items themselves
with their USPs or details of special offers.
Because Network VEKA has already commissioned the creative aspects, all thats left to pay for is the
printing and postage.
Were delighted to see that in the last four months alone, the Network VEKA Marketing Portal has supplied
more than 15,728 items to members! This is a sure sign that member companies are making good use of the
facility and appreciating the benefits it brings.
Branded workwear and vehicle livery can also be accessed through the portal.
Steve Hancox, Managing Director of Goliath Homeworld added: We ordered the new Network VEKA retail
brochures through the Marketing Portal, with the accompanying leaflets, personalised with our logo and
contact details. We were impressed with all the items available on the system, they are all very professionally
designed and ideal for our customer base.
For more information, visit www.networkveka.co.uk/trade
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Marketing
TUFFX MARKETING SUPPORT

BOOSTS CUSTOMER BUSINESS
n order to provide customers with as much

support as possible when targeting homeowners,
TuffX, the leading specialist glass manufacturer,
has developed a broad range of support tools.
A new brochure has also been introduced for 2015,

detailing all relevant technical specifications and
performance levels of the individual glasses in the
range.
A web facility is available which highlights the

benefits of the entire range and focuses on the
high quality standards and breadth of choice from
the company.
TuffX customers can benefit from other marketing

support tools including a glass product booklet
and flyers as well as individual samples. Alongside
this there are additional initiatives including
Showroom support and tools for statistical support
Designed specifically for Ambience customers, the on glass.
site can be individually tailored to include specific
customer details and enables them to use it as a For more information on the customer marketing
highly effective marketing tool in their own right, support available please call 0845 3 400 200. For
with products highlighted in detail via a modern information on the product range please visit the
gallery feature.
website www.ambiglass.co.uk.
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Marketing
Network VEKA has

the online tools for
the job says Frames
Conservatories
Direct
ury St. Edmunds Network VEKA member,

Frames Conservatories Direct has revealed
one of the secret weapons behind its National,
Regional and Fitter of the Year wins, awarded at
the organisations recent AGM.
The interface couldnt be simpler, guiding users

through style, size, material and colour options to
arrive at a ballpark figure for the work theyd like
done. When we then discuss the quote further
over the phone or in person, at our showroom or
their home we know theres a starting point that
Making the most of the Networks unrivalled the customer is comfortable with. The first call
marketing support, the company turned to its Web made within 24 hours of a quote - is always very
Tools offering to create an instant-quote-generating positive and warm as customers already have a
price engine for the Frames Conservatories Direct good feeling about our business.
website.
Adrian describes how Frames Conservatories Direct
Managing Director Adrian Lewis explains: The has used the price engine in its marketing efforts:
price engine has proved a massive aid to our sales With a price-driven campaign such as a sale, we
process. We receive about 15% of sales enquiries direct customers straight to the price engine from
via the website and, of all our lead-generating the sale page of our website as its clear, in those
activities, the price engine boasts the highest cases, that bargain prices are at the forefront of
conversion rate - currently standing at around 47%. the users mind. In more product or benefit-driven
campaigns energy efficiency or added security,
The double glazing industry has long been for example well use the online quote generator
plagued by a bad reputation, inherited from as one of several available calls-to-action.
the unscrupulous traders of the 1980s and 90s.
Were proud to be part of Network VEKA an Some of the negative feelings customers have
organisation established to restore confidence in about home improvement projects can be
the industry and weve found that customers overcome by experimenting with the online price
love the independence that the price engine offers engine. Weve found that making it a lead feature
when researching a quote. It also gives a great first in our advertising has met with great responses. In
impression of our company as we are able to give fact, through customer feedback, its clear that its
an indication of price upfront.
a hit overall!
Consumers are increasingly going online for all
sorts of purchases from low-cost items like music
and books to life-changing investments like cars
and homes. Customers want the buying process
to work for them and, using the price engine, they
get just that. Theres no need leave the comfort
of home, no pressure from sales consultants or
telemarketers, and no waiting around for your
quote.
Companies interested in learning more about

Network VEKAs package of Web Tools and how
they can boost business can view a series of helpful
videos at the organisations Toolbox website, here:
www.networkvekatools.co.uk
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April 2015
M&M headS to online hub
for marketinG success

W
igan-based VEKA Approved Fabricator
and Installer, M&M Windows has reported
an instant, positive response to its new
marketing materials created via the online
Marketing Hub, exclusive to members of The VEKA
UK Groups Approved Installer Scheme.
The scheme has welcomed around 400 Approved

Fabricators, Installers and Suppliers in less than a
year and supports businesses in a variety of ways.
Besides benefiting through association with the
UKs leading manufacturer of PVC-U window and
door systems, other plus points for installers include
lead generation from a dedicated homeowner-facing
website and access to the Marketing Hub, which
features over 100 templates for various marketing
materials all of which can be personalised at the
click of a button.
Mike McCoy along with brother Matt and parents
Colin and Maureen make up the family team behind
M&M Windows. He comments: Its barely been two
weeks since we placed our order through the online
Marketing Hub and, already, weve won four jobs off
the back of the items we created.
could need to present their business in its most

Theres a massive range of materials to choose from professional light. From showroom stands and vehicle
so, on this occasion, we opted for retail brochures and liveries to press adverts and vouchers, all items have
drop cards. I left a stack of cards in the local gym and, been professionally designed by an award-winning
within days, wed won three jobs through the interest marketing agency, meaning Approved Installers forgo
significant costs while achieving enviable results.
they generated.
Amy Grundy, National Sales Manager for the Approved
Installer Scheme adds: M&Ms recent successes offer
further proof, if any were needed, that this package
of support really works for businesses. Theres no
charge to join all we ask is that companies supply
Were especially pleased with the retail brochures. CE-Marked products, manufactured by an Approved
What I particularly like about them is that the Fabricator, installed by an MTC-qualified technician
system automatically uploads our name, address, and covered by an insurance-backed guarantee.
contact details and logo, so we can order a print run
of bespoke brochures that are clearly ours theres As just one tier of support offered by The VEKA UK
no one-size-fits-all overprinting. Best of all, its all Group (we also boast the industrys leading installer
done for us it couldnt be easier! Our business is organisation, Network VEKA), the Approved Installer
presented as having the support of The VEKA UK Scheme is already registering fantastic results. We
Group and, for anyone who knows about their leading cant wait to see where M&Ms exploration of the
position in the industry, that endorsement can only materials available will lead them next!
be a good thing!
If youd like to find out more, visit:
My nephew has been out, distributing cards around
the local area too. Hes quoted for a further two jobs
and we already know weve won the contract for one
of them.
The Marketing Hub offers everything an installer

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www.vekauk.com/approvedinstaller for details.
2015


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Events
Windowbase fun
at NFA race day
he National Fenestration Awards (NFA) hosted a great day out at Oulton Park race track on March
26th. In keeping with its remit to bring a breath of fresh air to industry awards, NFA laid on a
series of driving experiences at the Cheshire race track. Neil Parsonson, Database Manager of
Windowbase, was invited as a main sponsor of the awards and kindly invited Tom Rigby, Business
Development Manager of sister company MRA Marketing, to go along too.
After some instruction in the relevant techniques and a few practice laps, the three events - Caterham
driving, Land Rover Defender off-road and Toyota Rally car racing - were timed and an overall ranking
decided. Much to his delight Neil came in joint third which he wont let Tom forget in a hurry! (Lets
just say Tom didnt trouble the top 10).
We had a really enjoyable day, says Neil. The National Fenestration Awards promised to break with
tradition and they certainly did that with this Awards Ceremony. Were looking forward to seeing NFA
grow and expand and well be sponsoring them again for 2015. Im now waiting to see what they come
up with next year that beats this!
www.fenestrationawards.co.uk
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Events
There will be mud
here will be mud at FIT Show 2016. The

best way to demonstrate the exceptional
performance of TruShield easy-clean
treatment for glazing is to throw muddy water at
it, says Charlotte Davies, Marketing Manager at
Edgetech UK, a Quanex company. It really brings
home how brilliantly TruShield, Edgetechs next
generation glass protection system, works.
TruShield works. The chemically bonded layer

maintains the clarity of the glass without affecting
the light transmission and this maintains the
energy efficiency of units. TruShield is exceptionally
resistant to wear, chemical erosion, heat and UV
radiation.
Visitors to FIT Show 2016 will see the process for

coating glass is simple, adds Charlotte. Edgetech
Visitors to FIT Show 2016 will find TruShield right by has three options for companies looking at this
the entrance of Hall 3. Edgetech chose stand AT10 profitable new opportunity.We will be demonstrating
for new product TruShield when show organisers how the hand, semi and fully automated systems
added premium space in the atrium between the make TruShield available to any business.
newly located Master Fitter Challenge and the
exhibition entrance.
Edgetech has three stands at FIT Show 2016. In
addition to showing TruShield, Edgetech also has
Charlotte wants the latest products in Edgetechs the stand next to the highly popular Master Fitter
range to have the attention they deserve: TruShield Challenge. This is dedicated to TruFit expanding
is a fantastic opportunity for the window industry. It foam edge tape for thermally efficient window
protects glass to maintain its original performance and door installations. It will show why one day all
and saves time, effort and money for end users by windows will be fitted this way. And in Hall 3 theres
creating easy-clean glass. It adds value to windows the rapidly growing just add glass product range
or glazing for IGU manufacturers, fabricators and for IGU manufacturers on the Edgetech stand.
installers.
www.edgetechig.co.uk/
Throwing muddy water at both treated and
untreated glass allows visitors to see just how
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Events
Suite dreams are made of this...

The VEKA UK Group has unveiled the technically-advanced Sliding Patio Door,
which completes the Imagine suite of doors.
Available in 18 colours and woodgrains from the

Variations range
Homeowners can choose to have a midrail for
letterplates and house numbers - perfect for porches
Two, three or four pane configurations with multiple
sliding sashes
Double or triple glazing
Fitter-friendly
As with the entire Imagine suite, the Patio Doors thermal

insulation has been achieved with triple chamber
sashes, double brush seals on all four sides and a unique
quadruple-seal interlock combine to keep the warmth in
and the cold, wind and rain out!
This Patio Door joins the technically-advanced Bi-Fold and
Flush French Door in the stylish, secure and simple-to-fit
Imagine range.
Low threshold options

PAS 24 and Secured By Design-ready
Flush inner frame provides neat plaster line
The VEKA UK Group
The VEKA UK Group Farrington Rd, Rossendale Rd Ind. Est., Burnley, Lancs, BB11 5DA.
The VEKA UK Group
Tel: 01282 716611 Email: salesenquiry@veka.com
www.vekauk.com/imagine
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Doors
DOOR-STOP ADDS YALE

LOCKMASTER TO RANGE
T
he Yale Lockmaster is now available on DoorStop composite doors. The Lockmaster is

a multi-point lock that has been designed,
developed and tested in the UK to deliver the
highest levels of performance, so installers can
offer security and peace of mind to homeowners.
With Secured by Design accreditation, the
Lockmaster features a combination of hooks and
anti-lift bolts for greater security, and its front door
application protects from unauthorised access even
when the door is unlocked.
BBA certified for security, performance and corrosion
resistance, the Lockmaster comes with a 10 year
guarantee, while its 15 year service history proves
a high level of reliability.
The Lockmaster is fully compatible with the Yale
Keyfree - also available from Door-Stop - which
allows homeowners access their property without
a key, using a remote fob or secure PIN code.
For more information on the Lockmaster and the
wide range of hardware available on Door-Stop
doors, visit www.door-stop.co.uk/hardware.
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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
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WARMCORE "WARM" ALUMINIUM FS DOOR FROM

QUICKSLIDE: THE PERFECT COMBINATION, SURELY?
ynseals
new
WarmCore
Folding Sliding Door System
is promised as the ideal
balance between the linear rigidity
and strength offered by aluminium
profiles and with the exceptional
thermal performance offered by
PVC-U.
Warcore is a warm aluminium
system in which the polyamide core
usually used as a thermal break
in aluminium profiles is replaced
by a PVC-U section. The result is
unrivalled thermal performance
amongst such products with
U-values as low as 1.4 W/m2k using
standard 28mm double glazed units
or 1.0 W/m2k when triple glazed
units are used.
The product is innovative and has
met with wide acclaim, although
Brighouse, West Yorkshire based
fabricator Quickslide believe that
they can offer WarmCore with a
distinct advantage for its customers:
their award winning customer
service and any time support.
The WarmCore Folding Sliding
door is exceptional in respect of its

superb aesthetics and class leading
performance and it will be available
through a number of outlets, says
Quickslides Adrian Barraclough.
But an exceptional product is
reduced in value if it is not matched
by exceptional service and customer
support, says Adrian.
Quickslide
production
and
distribution are based upon
the principles of the very best
techniques and standards available
in manufacturing, not just those of
the window industry. That is why we
can promise deliveries when we say
they will be delivered, 100% and
in full. We have been the market
leading supplier of vertical sliding
windows for 10 years now and the
standards that keep us in that spot
are now applied to the WarmCore
door.
Ideal for residential and commercial
applications WarmCore doors offer a
choice of four high quality aluminum
external cladding styles to suit a
range of architectural preferences:
Square for architectural glazing;

Pencil Round for curved elegance;
Decorative featuring a sculptured
ovolo, typically a feature of timber
windows and doors; and Chamfered,
evoking traditional putty-glazed
windows and doors.
A further significant advantage
Quickslide offers over other
suppliers is its ability to offer an
extended range of colours and
combinations compared to the
standard product offer of just four,
with competitive lead times.
The door leaves are triple-sealed
utilising contact weather-strip
gaskets to eradicate draughts
and ensure best-in-class weather
performance. PAS24 and Secured By
Design (SBD) accreditations provide
the essential security assurances for
homeowners.
Quickslide is taking orders now
through the companys telephone
sales team on 0844 5610 623 or via
its web site at www.quickslide.co.uk
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HURST OPENS THE DOOR ON YOUNG ENTERPRISE
designed to help youngsters develop new skills and achieve their

full potential. Its inspiring to see them breaking down barriers
and working positively towards their goal. Its a privilege to be
involved in this scheme and to make a meaningful contribution
to our local community by supporting the regions future
business leaders.
urst Plastics was on hand to present a prestigious award

to local youngsters at the recent Young Enterprise in
North Humber Celebration and Awards ceremony. The
event was an exciting final to a successful academic year for
the enterprise, during which Hurst helped to guide youngsters
in the local community as they took their first steps in the world
of business.
The Young Enterprise scheme marks Hurst Plastics commitment
to forge stronger links with its local community. Darren Glew,
Operations Director at Hurst Plastics, presented the Teamwork
& Communications award to the winning Young Enterprise
company Unity from Hymers College, Hull.
Darren was recently elected as Chair of the board at Young
Enterprise North Humber. He says: This social enterprise is
Under this years Team Programme, Darren and Scott Chapman,

IT Manager at Hurst Plastics, were business advisors to a group
of youngsters at South Holderness Technology College in Hull.
The pair supported the group of Year 11 pupils many of whom
have special education needs as they set up and ran their
business. The business successfully produced a collection of
novelty hanging clip boards - made out of waste MDF from the
Hurst factory - which were sold through various school events,
to the general public and at a Young Enterprise trade fair.
As part of the companys drive to invest in the development
of young local people, Hurst has also taken on three young
apprentices who are working within Hursts goods inwards/
warehousing, composite door manufacture and sales and
customer service departments.
Darren adds: People development is important to Hurst and
young people are a valuable asset to the business. We are very
pleased to have appointed three enthusiastic apprentices who
have already embarked on our development programme. We will
continue to bring in fresh, new recruits and equip them with the
important skills that will help them to progress their careers.
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Deceuninck says bye-bye

to bi-folds
eceuninck, one of the worlds leading

PVC-U systems companies, recently
introduced its innovative Slide & Swing
New Wave Door. The Slide & Swing New Wave
Door is a unique product that is revolutionising
patio doors homeowners and installers love
it!
Deceuninck has always been at the forefront

of innovation, continues Rob. And the Slide &
Swing New Wave Door is a true market leader.
Another seriously big Deceuninck innovation
that installers love because it means they
can sell colour with confidence we keep all
these 25 colours in stock! Ill repeat that. We
keep all 25 colours in stock! I think its time to
Bi-folds are out of date, says Rob McGlennon, say bye-bye to bi-folds!
Deceuninck Sales Director. Whats the point
of a bi-fold when the Slide & Swing New To find out more about Deceunincks Slide &
Wave Door does everything a bi-fold does and Swing New Wave Door, or Deceunincks all new
more? Put the two side by side and watch the Heritage Colour Collection call Deceuninck
homeowner choose. The Slide & Swing New Sales Director, Rob McGlennon, now on 07818
Wave Door looks great, is extremely secure 383385, follow @DeceuninckUK and visit
and a real asset to the home.
www.WhyDeceuninck.com.
The Slide & Swing New Wave Door is already
available in 18 colour ways from stock. And
Deceuninck is adding even more to its foil
colour range with the introduction of its
new premium Heritage Colour Collection. So
Deceunincks fabricators can offer a full suite
of products in 25 colour ways, with matching
or complementary ancillaries, cills and trims
all available from stock.
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APEER SPRINGS INTO ACTION

Apeer doors has launched a major push for Spring with an exciting new collection of contemporary Apeer doors
along with an updated Diamond range.
Supported by brand new brochures, two completely revamped websites and full updates to its Doorbuilder
software system, the companys multi-platform launch comes just in time for the busy Spring home improvements
rush.
Said marketing manager Linda Tomb: Getting the two new brochures ready for Apeer/Modo and Diamond
doors has been no mean feat but we think our customers will find them both great selling aids.
The Apeer brochure will include our stunning new Apeer Contemporary collection with 29 new styles. It will also
incorporate our top of the range designer collection Modo.
The new Diamond brochure will feature 42 doors (single and double rebate) including two brand new styles and
five reworked designs with double rebate Double Diamond being fully manufactured in-house to offer even
greater flexibility on size requirements.
Apeers Doorbuilder software system has also been given another massive update to incorporate all the new
styles and collections featured in the new brochures.
Well known for offering its leading edge composite doorsets in virtually any colour, Apeer also has a strong
reputation for bespoke glass designs. With its own in-house glass studio the company custom makes an increasing
number of designs, although this is a service that cannot be shown on Doorbuilder.
For more information visit the brand new www.apeer.co.uk website which is now live.
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hand engineered
all joints are finished with glue
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Doors
Everglade CF 68 Aluminium Bifold
Door gives a lot more for your money
verglade is passionate about top quality

aluminium wide span doors and the latest addition
to the family is CF 68. Everglades heritage is in
aluminium, says Jay Patel, Sales Director at Everglade.
We are always looking for products to support
customers by giving them more choice and value.
Everglade CF 68 is a high quality bifold door that
offers installers lots of choice, faster installation and
exclusivity. All at a very competitive price.
Everglade CF 68 Bifold Door has been developed in
partnership with Reynaers so its made from top quality
components. Clever adjustable side jambs speed up
fitting. Providing up to 9mm of adjustment on both
sides, it makes installation and ongoing maintenance
easier than ever. Up to seven opening door leafs can
be configured lots of ways. The first leaf can open
independently to the rest of the system so it can be
used as a main door. We know that replacing back doors
is high on the agenda when remodelling homes, so the
main leaf has internal and external handles so it can
be opened from the outside. Theres also a concealed
shootbolt handle with a unique pop-out mechanism on
slave doors.
Multiple threshold options offer flexibility with

different building levels and floor finishes. CF 68
provides excellent wind resistance, air and water
tightness. Its thermally efficient achieving a U-value of
1.3 Wm3K. Slim sightlines and low-line gaskets create
the big glass area customers want. Whilst more choice
is on offer with any RAL colour, duo colour and even a
textured coating option.
But its not just about getting the right product,
explains Jay. Buying CF 68 from Everglade means
customers get the benefit of our highly trained team of
fabricators. We understand the importance of precision
in manufacturing, especially when it comes to large
span aluminium doors. We care about making sure
customers get the very best. Whether its the wide range
of products we offer, marketing, technical knowledge or
installation support, we have it covered.
For big ticket items like bifolding doors, installation
companies need high levels of accuracy and support
from their supplier. CF 68 Bifold Doors offers installers
the extra choice and superb quality to compete, plus all
the expert backing they need.
www.evergladetrade.co.uk.
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THE HEAT IS ON!

Doors
ith the race for market leadership hotting up among the

major Composite Door suppliers in the industry Richard
Kirman Sales and Marketing Manager for Truedor from IG
Doors tells us why the company has now added a fire door to its
offering for the trade.
The composite door sector is a fantastic place to be at the minute.
The demand for products has never been higher and with that
comes an expectation that the leading companies in the sector will
continue to push the boundaries and expand their range.
For us as IG Doors in our 35th year of making Composite Doors
the logical step was to make our fire door which we have been
manufacturing successfully for 25 years available to the trade.
Our fire door comes with the same great technical pedigree as the
rest of our products. It goes without saying that it is fully certified by
an independent body as an FD30 which includes as standard smoke
seals and fire seals. It is also an outstanding performer in terms of
sound insulation.
But what people perhaps dont fully realise is that it also comes with
many of the same features you would expect on standard composite
doors. It can be fitted with a letter plate for front doors again fitted
with certified and appropriate seals it comes in a range of colours
and styles; there is a range of glazing options, and it can have fully
matching top lights and side lights.
It also comes with a range of hardware options so that a consumer
can have choices as they do when choosing a door from our standard
Truedor range.
With more and more residential owners choosing flats and
apartments over traditional homes the market for fire doors is
growing all the time. They still want the same opportunity to
enhance their homes as people in traditional two storey housing and
a composite fire door gives them that option. The benefit for us that
comes from manufacturing and selling this type of door for over 25
years is that we know it works and that it is proven in the market
place. For us it is entirely the right time to launch it into the trade
market to support our customers.
The benefit for us that

comes from manufacturing
and selling this type of door
for over 25 years is that we
know it works and that it is
proven in the market place.
So now not only do we have an outstanding range of aesthetically

pleasing and contemporary styles with great customer options
in terms of colour choice, hardware range, glazing and threshold
options, but we also have something which is technically very
different too.
It is the latest, but by no means will it be the last product to be added
to our range and highlights the point that demand and expectation
since we entered the trade market a little under a year ago has been
phenomenal. It fully justifies our decision to enter the trade market,
and reinforces our belief that the industry is looking for a new player
of significant size to offer the range, and the service, it craves.
All Truedor products are available to order on-line via:
www.truedor.co.uk.
GLAZING
Doors
PVCu bi-fold beats
aluminium counterparts
n independent testing and certification

company has launched its own stringent
new scheme to tackle the reputation
of poor quality bi-folding doors in the
marketplace. Despite other brands including
aluminium door sets failing the exacting test
requirements, the PVCu Liniar ModLok bifold is the first to successfully pass.
The Folding Sliding Door Scheme has been
devised by Build Check to raise the bar and
bring a greater degree of excellence and
reliability to a product that is still increasing in
popularity, in spite of some negative publicity
from some homeowners who have been the
victims of inferior installations.
Many aluminium systems, often perceived

as much stronger and more durable than its
PVCu equivalent, have so far fallen short of
the mark during these tests - whereas the
Liniar ModLok bi-fold has passed with flying
colours to disprove a common misconception.
Established in 2004, Build Check operates
throughout the UK and Europe and has gone
from strength-to-strength to become a highly
respected provider within the marketplace,
operating a management and quality system
conforming to ISO/IEC 17025 (Testing) and
BS EN 17065 (Product Certification) and
accredited by UKAS and the BFRC.
GLAZING
Doors
Our whole intention for this scheme is that

it will be difficult to pass. There would be no
point in launching it unless it was going to
encourage companies to raise their standards
and aim for their product to be the best.
Now that Liniar has achieved the required
test levels, it can cascade the evidence to its
fabricators. The fabricator will then be able to
apply to Build Check to join the certification
scheme and, subject to successful auditing
of their quality system, manufacturing,
installation processes and documentation, will
be able to use the Build Check Folding Sliding
Door Scheme mark.
Its taken until now for us to be able to
Richard Bate, Build Checks Technical Director, announce a successful candidate but we believe
explains why they started the scheme: There that Liniars success will set the benchmark for
are a lot of poor quality bi-folding doors other companies to aspire to.
available out there at the moment. We decided
to launch this scheme to assist homeowners in Chris Armes, Liniars Design and Development
being able to choose a product that would be Manager, is delighted with the news.
robust and fit for purpose.
Were very proud that the Liniar ModLok
This makes sense for companies too. If they bi-fold is the first to successfully meet the
can provide a quality product then it will save testing requirements of the scheme. Obviously
them time and money in the long run on call- we have tested it excessively ourselves and
outs, repairs and replacement parts.
have every confidence in the product. Weve
already put the bi-fold through its paces
We set the scheme up in August 2014 but with our own in-house robot, which achieved
have been unable to publicise it as we have 127,800 full opening cycles but its good for
been waiting for a product to successfully pass its durability and robustness to be confirmed
our stringent requirements and were very by an independent party.
pleased that the Liniar ModLok bi-fold door
is the first to achieve that.
Well now be looking to increase the scope of
There are three main sections to the test. Each our accreditation by expanding the dimensions
product is put through 5,000 cycles by Build of future test specimens and we look forward
Checks articulated robot, weather tested to to continue working alongside Build Check.
800 pascals (a wind speed of more than 80mph)
and able to achieve a minimum U-value of 1.8. For more information on Build Check go to:
www.buildcheck.co.uk or call: 01494 452713.
Weve put several other bi-folding doors
through the test, including aluminium doors To find out more about Liniar go to:
as well as PVCu and Liniar was the first to www.liniar.co.uk or call: 01332 883900.
pass, says Richard. People might be surprised
to hear that some of the doors did not even
achieve 10% of the required cycles!
GLAZING
Doors
Windows
EVOLVE VS ARE EVEN MORE AUTHENTIC FOR

CONSERVATION PROJECTS
ynseals popular Evolve VS sliding sash has been

improved with the addition of a new deep bottom
rail design option, to provide an even greater
degree of authenticity for heritage and conservation
project applications.
mimicking PVC-U sliding sash windows, with the

added benefit of improved visual aesthetic appeal.
Investment in a PVC-U extrusion tool to create a new

VS deep bottom rail ovolo profile was an easy decision
to make, comments Steve Brown, Synseals Products
Standard Evolve vertical sliding sash windows feature & Customer Service Director. Visual authenticity is
a slimline bottom rail 60mm in height to maximise a key factor in todays marketplace. The improved
glass area and daylight, however a 100mm deep bottom rail complements other finely engineered
bottom rail has previously been available as a special aesthetic details such as our run-through sash horns
manufacturing option by combining two extrusions. and when considered in conjunction with the many
Now a new ovolo deep bottom rail created from a practical material advantages of PVC-U, our Evolve VS
single extrusion, 100mm deep, is readily available heritage offering is a compelling specification.
to cater for projects that require authentic timber- www.synseal.com
GLAZING
Windows
PROFILE 22 EXTENDS BIM LIBRARY
rofile 22 has extended its BIM library with

the addition of two new objects, the flush
casement window system and vertical sliding
window system. Created in Revit file format, this
allows the products to be incorporated into a 3D
model and its associated component database.
The casement and vertical sliding window systems
join the fully reversible window system in the
Profile 22 BIM library, and are available direct from
profile22.co.uk/commercial or via bimstore.co.uk/
manufacturer/profile-22.
Since its launch the Profile 22 fully reversible
window system BIM object has received over 2,000
views, been downloaded more than 50 times, and
has been successfully incorporated into a number
of major projects.
For more information on the window, door and
curtain walling specialist please visit www.
profile22.co.uk or contact specifier@profile22.
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Certification
Why don't young people
see our industry as a part
of their career path?
ike many of you, I keep hearing that we need to find

a way to bring new people into the window, door and
glazing industry as the age profile across it continues
to increase. It is the same story in many other hands-on
industry sectors. It is almost a reflection of society in the
UK I guess where, by common consent, we have got an
ageing population.
Im not suggesting for one minute that the glazing industry
is past it far from it it remains vibrant, full of great
products, new innovations, and the opportunity for career
longevity; but one thing that does concern me is the lack
of young people coming into the sector as the first step on
their career path, and the lack of young people transferring
into it from other industries.
off the job and not just on it.
Career path development
A new initiative from the industry
Why does our industry not automatically attract young

people? Dont school leavers see our industry as a viable
career? Is it perhaps because as an industry there hasnt
been the employer backing for the available, structured
qualifications and formal training, preferring instead to
go for a less formal hands-on approach? Has the lack
of qualification implementation offered by the industry
become detrimental to attracting new blood? Do we as
an industry understand what todays young people value in
terms of career-path development and are we offering it?
The truth is I dont know the answer. What I do know is
this; investment in people is proven to deliver long term
benefits to the employer and the employee. Better training
leads to better motivated staff - staff who are better able
and better qualified to carry out their roles and reduced
staff turnover. Ultimately this should translate into the
delivery of better quality and service to the end user which
of course should in turn bring more business.
Attracting young people
As many of you know, we here at GQA are passionate about

people development and recognition, and our qualifications,
allied to the introduction of the MTCs Minimum Technical
Competencies should be the perfect opportunity for the
industry to progress and ultimately to attract young people
to our industry who will then very much view it as a career
rather than just a job there is a distinction.
I firmly believe that if the industry invests in training it will
get its rewards.
In the very near future we are going to be talking to key
players in the industry about forming partnerships and
developing programmes to help young entrants to our
industry to learn; we want to engage companies to become
ambassadors for training maybe to provide facilities in
the shape of Learning Pods, to enable people to be trained
It is a subject I am going to return to regularly over the next

12 months. I want to see if we can offer a new initiative
as an industry which is as vibrant and attractive as the
industry itself, a scheme where an apprentice could start
with a two week block introduction programme hosted by
an Ambassador, followed by day-release training, where
the employer-developed programme will inform on the
industry, about the products and materials, about the job
that he or she is going to do; about Building Regulations
and the impact of Health and Safety as essential learning,
with practical activities at the heart of the day-release,
actual hands-on in a learning environment, honing
practical skills.
I see this as potentially a two-year programme, a real
structured learning experience which would give anyone
a good start into any practical industry; with the learning
process continuing through work.
What would all this give us? In my view it would give us:
1. An attractive and effective young persons programme
into the industry.
2. An effective delivery programme for new entrants.
3. Ongoing practical and knowledge learning programme
4. An up-to-date workforce.
5. Government / Competent Person Scheme Compliance.
6. Reduced site rectifications / reduced callouts which =
reduced cost.
7. Improved Customer Satisfaction.
Maybe the Learning Pod idea is feasible and we could
use this as the basis for an employer led Trailblazer
project aimed at designing apprenticeship standards and
assessment for our industry if this is of interest to you
then get in touch with us info@gqaqualifications.com /
01142 720033 we will be starting industry discussions
soon. Mick Clayton is CEO of GQA Qualifications.
GLAZING
Certification
4-4-Q
GQA, the leading provider of qualifications

for the window and door industry, has put
its support behind a growing community
initiative to encourage healthy lifestyles by
give themselves a kick in terms of their health
sponsoring a classical new football kit.
and fitness, and sponsoring the purchase of

the veterans strip was a great way to give
something back to the programme.
The programmes link with the British Heart
Foundation was also a big plus factor for us
at GQA with our ex-CEOs untimely passing in
2013 from heart related issues.
The veterans regularly play friendlies with

other mens health schemes and other football
clubs such as Wigan Athletic, Scunthorpe
United and Liverpool, and are about to take
part in a tournament in Holland.
I would encourage as many of our colleagues

as possible in the window and door industry
to get involved in these types of schemes. It
is great fun but also delivers a serious point in
that it provides a healthier lifestyle and a level
of fitness which can only benefit us all in our
increasingly busy day to day lives.
GQA are also a part of the GM fundraising 5 a
side tournament at Birmingham City FC in May.
www.gqaqualifications.com.
he team consists of men who have

completed the healthy lifestyles
programme delivered by Barnsley FC
Community Sports and Education Trust and
PSS (Personal Shaped Support), and supported
by the British Heart Foundation.
The programme and the friendlies are a real

motivator for men to get fit and keep fit; to
be a part of a social network; and to have
the opportunity to visit and play at other
professional football grounds.
Mick completed the healthy lifestyles
programme himself in March 2014 and was
keen for GQA to get more involved, The
programme is a great way for the over-35s to
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GLAZING
Certification
Thermal Ratings Reviewed
What Can Certass TRR Do for You?
ith The Installer focussing

this months issue on the
topic of Energy, we thought
wed take an opportunity to remind
readers that there are a number of
elements to Certass; particularly the
Thermal Rating Register (TRR).
TRR provides a simple system to
demonstrate the energy efficiency of
varying window and door designs. It
uses a simple colour coded A-G rating,
similar to that seen on white goods.
The higher the rating, the better the
overall thermal efficiency and the
greater the savings consumers can
expect. TRR provides details of PVCU, timber and metal windows.
The Building Regulations require
replacement windows to be a
minimum of a C rating. The rating of
windows not only takes into account
the amount of heat the window loses
directly but also the amount of air
that can escape through the frame
and the positive benefit of heat
energy gained from solar energy.
Much of the work of TRR is applied
to fabricators with installers
simply purchasing finished goods
that have already been rated.
However, if an installer buys frames

from one company and glass from
another, they have to ensure that
the combination is rated. TRR has
a system that allows installers
operating in this way to comply
with their legal requirements. Thus,
belonging to TRR can give your
business a competitive edge as it
provides a cost effective system to
register your window designs. Our
rating processes are streamlined
to ensure a smooth registration
process.
Windows registered with Certass TRR
will receive an A-C rating and you
will be provided with certificates of
compliance. In addition your services
will be listed on the TRR website as
conforming to Building Regulations
where consumers are able to search
local installers by window rating and
framing material.
TRR Accredited Installer
Becoming a TRR Accredited Installer
not only allows you to demonstrate
Building Regulation compliance but
also provides marketing advantage.
Consumers are becoming more
aware of energy savings and are
familiar with the A-G rating already

in place on white goods. Using a
Window Energy Rating gives you
a marketing edge and can help
differentiate product lines based on
rating A rated windows are usually
sold at a premium price.
People you know
Certass members will be reassured to
know that TRR is operated by Certass
staff you already know and trust. A
tightly integrated service allows TRR
to offer Certass members significant
savings over other Window Energy
Rating services. Even if you are not a
Certass member, TRR offers excellent
customer service and cost savings.
What information do we need to
provide to qualify as a TRR member?
This can vary dependent on the
scheme you are joining, but we will
always require a copy of the BSEN
1279 certificates from your glass
supplier. We may also require a copy
of the full simulation reports from
your frame supplier.
For more information call and ask
our team about TRR membership on
01292 292703 or visit:
www.certass.co.uk
GLAZING
Glass
RegaLead support
goes Global
ynseals Global Glass division has grown

steadily since its creation to become one of
the Top 10 volume manufacturers of insulated
glass units for the UK fenestration industry and
when decorative glass units are required, the
company turns to Regalead as its number one
supplier of coloured films, lead and bevels, all
backed by an extensive support package.
Steve Musgrave, Manufacturing Director at Synseal

explains: Around 5% of the IGUs we manufacture
may contain decorative elements so we need to
process these products as a special manufacturing
operation, together with our volume IGU
production. The majority of the product produced
is rectangular and diamond patterns but the range
provided by RegaLead caters for a wide range of
applications including residential door lights,
conservatory top lights and general casement
and feature bay windows. We have also recently
further enhanced our automated processes with
the introduction of a CadRam resin application
machine and Glass Eye plotter package.
We are delighted with the specialist services
provided by RegaLead. Product quality is what you
would expect from an established market leader,
so no problems there, but what sets them apart is
their responsiveness and marketing support, such
as the Decorative Options literature. Products
are rarely out of stock, and the next day delivery
service is a big plus as well.
Guy Hubble, Joint Managing Director at RegaLead
adds: Its fantastic to partner with like-minded
companies such as Global Glass, whose philosophy
is to help their customers up sell by adding value.
Within the IGU market over recent years, increased
value has been generated predominantly by
improvement in technical performance with
rapidly lowering U-Values to the point where A+

ratings are now practically the norm. Decorative
glass, however, provides an additional way to add
value in the aesthetics of the unit, and as we know,
performance and aesthetics need not be mutually
exclusive. We understand that it is much more than
product alone, and we provide the full package,
including design, through our unique Glass Eye
Package, and industry leading marketing support.
www.regalead.co.uk
GLAZING
Glass
Guardian in Europe launches BIM objects

to meet the needs of a changing market
uilding Information Modelling (BIM) is the

next generation of digital representation
for architectural projects and Guardian has
strived to meet the needs of a changing market,
with BIM objects created for all Guardian products
in Europe.
The key products available for commercial

construction have been modelled from clear
annealed float to coated and laminated products
such as SunGuard and ClimaGuard. Other
decorative products have also been modelled such
as our SatinDeco.
The way architectural projects are being designed

and created is changing states Volodymyr
Shkurenko, European Channel and Segment
Marketing Manager, there is a growing need for
specified glass to be supported with BIM objects.
Staying ahead of these new innovative processes
is paramount to ensure we can provide the right
products and support required to meet the needs
of project design teams, from specification through
to construction
Each of our BIM objects have been made available

in Revit and IFC format, which are the leading
systems for creating BIM projects.
Guardians BIM objects allow glass to be specified

either as a design material in its own right, or in
single, double or triple glazing, with data variations
to account for laminated glass and other glass
processes such as heat treatments.
To help architects, designers, and other BIM

professionals understand how our objects work in
the BIM environment a short demonstration video
has been produced to explain the use of Guardian
glass products as BIM objects.
For more info visit our website:
www.sunguardglass.eu
GLAZING
The advanced business support programme from Guardian Glass UK
ITS TIME YOU GOT AFLOAT

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An entirely free online service including:
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Find out more at www.guardianglass.co.uk
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Glass
MORLEY GLASS ADDS CONSUMER-FRIENDLY
CLEARSHIELD PROTECTION TO RANGE
ealed unit manufacturer Morley Glass &

Glazing has added ClearShield non-stick
protection from Ritec to its range of glazing
options, offering customers a low-maintenance
solution.
complements our SGG BIOCLEAN self-cleaning

glass from Glassolutions which is already a hit
amongst our conservatory installers.
BEFORE
AFTER
Just like a non-stick frying pan, ClearShield provides

a protective barrier for the surface of glass that
is much more effective than a coating. It cuts the
amount of window cleaning required by up to 70%
without affecting the transparency or solar gain (g
value) of the glass.
The result is low maintenance sealed units

featuring glass that prevents contaminants from
bonding to the surface and limits further damage
caused by corrosion and chemical attack. Dirt can
easily be removed using normal cleaning methods.
ClearShield is a polymeric resin and, when

applied to ordinary glass, it cross-links to form a
Ritecs award-winning ClearShield System has strong chemical bond. ClearShield is completely
been specially developed for the renovation, transparent, chemically inert, non-hazardous and
protection and maintenance of both new and UV stable. Unlike a coating, ClearShield becomes
already installed glass.
part of the glass so will not peel, flake or crack.
Ian Short, managing director at Morley Glass &

Glazing, which is also the UKs largest fabricator
of integral Uni-Blinds using the market-leading
ScreenLine systems, said: Were always looking
to enhance our range and offer our customers the
latest technological enhancements. This means
that they in turn can add value to their customer
offering. The ClearShield System from Ritec
Morley Glass & Glazing is approved and fully

trained by Ritec to apply ClearShield. It is applied
to glass onsite for glass already installed or in the
factory onto new glass.
For more information visit www.morleyglass.co.uk.
GLAZING
Architecture
Architecture // Specifiers
Specifiers
Liniar launches 'bible' for specifiers
iniar is delighted to announce the launch of its

brand new, full colour, 94-page Specification
Guide to fantastic feedback from customers,
architects and specifiers alike.
The long-awaited book contains all of the information
that anyone could possibly need to know about
specifying the innovative companys windows and
doors, making it the perfect bible for the Liniar range.
Its been a lot of hard work to put together, says Chris
Armes, Liniars Design and Development Manager, But
it was all well worth it once everyone saw the final
product.
When we started to compile all of the information,
along with the images to illustrate each section, we
knew it would be a painstaking process. We believe
that using full isometric renders of our profile, created
with 3D software, lifts the images right off the page
and gives architects a much better representation of
how our products would fit into their projects.
Its been a real team effort to complete the project,
but it wouldnt have been possible without all of the
hard work of one of our designers in particular Nikki
really has put her heart and soul into it and made the
finished product look amazing.
It really has been her baby for the last few months
and customer feedback so far has been outstanding, so
it was well worth the effort!
Packed from cover to cover, the Specification Guide
contains full details of Liniar lead-free PVCu products,
including in-depth technical data and measurements
on every different window and door in the range,
ancillaries, case studies and follow up information.
Architect Gary Parker from Parker Design Associates,
was impressed with the content, commenting:
At last, a guide that is both interesting and extremely
informative, an essential reference that all architects
and designers should find invaluable!
An online version of the Liniar Specification Guide can
be viewed in book format here, LiniarSpecGuide and
specifiers can order their own free hard copy at www.
LiniarSpecGuide.co.uk/PR.
To accompany its Specification Guide, Liniar has also
launched an online resource centre for specifiers and
developers, containing a wide range of information
and resources to assist with specifying Liniar profile.
Please visit www.liniar.co.uk/specifiers to check it out.
GLAZING
Machining
Haffner's TT405 computerised saw

adding value in more ways than one
ore and more fabricators are seeing the

benefits of investment in Haffners TT405
computerised saw. One such fabricator is
West Bromwichs Turford Brothers Ltd and Dave
Thomas, Managing Director of Haffner, says he is
seeing a common theme in the companies that are
choosing Haffner. We make their lives a lot easier,
he says. Not only can we supply all the machinery
they need we can also give them a good market
price for their old machinery and take it off their
hands. It makes it easy for them to move forward
with new technology.
Its clear to see why companies such as Turford
Brothers decide to invest in the TT405. Its a
double cut saw for PVCu and aluminium profiles
up to 70mm which gives it great flexibility. One
of the key benefits is its easy to use touch screen
technology which can be operated via USB data
control or a network connection. You can pivot the
saw heads from 45 to 90 degrees and set up point
to point cutting via the computer, eliminating
profile tolerance and improving quality.
profile, saving time and money. It also means you

only need to set the automatic transom positioner
once and all profiles are covered.
It comes equipped with a small cut facility that
ensures the profile is automatically cut before
being automatically repositioned for its second
cut. The minimum cut size is 270mm, with smaller
cuts being achievable manually.
Finally, the TT405 has several key safety features,
including the double cut facility, two hand
operation and automatic guarding.
Like all new Haffner machines, the TT405 comes
with a two year parts and labour warranty and
finance can be arrange subject to status.
All in all its hardly surprising that the TT405 is
proving more and more popular with fabricators!
www.haffnergb.com/murat-machinery
The machine is simple to set up and makes cutting

different styles and profiles much more efficient.
Thats because, unlike conventional saws, the
TT405 cuts inwards, which means there is no need
to program additions or offsets for every type of
GLAZING
SMR-4 WELDER
SBA-2 MACHINE CENTRE
The fastest and most accurate welder

on the market today!
KEY FEATURES
2 Year Parts and Labour Warranty

5 Year low rate finance option, subject to status
Part exchange deal for your existing machinery if complete and in good
working order
Windows XP computer with Beckhoff control systems, Hiwin bearings and
SMC pneumatics
Fast and efficient operation and waste management system for increased
profile savings
Increased output with reduced labour to enable you to produce approximately
450 windows and doors per week with one operator. (750 on the SBA-4).
KEY FEATURES
Touch screen operation
Automatic head positioning via turret stop location
Automatic corner and back fences increases accuracy of the finished frame
Retracting middle corner fence ensures all 90 degree corners are set
correctly
Drop down support arms
Automatic self centering of transom and mullions
No tools required for setting corners, transoms and cruciform welding
Two year warranty
(Machine shown is the Haffner SBA-2 Machining centre)
SVK-2
TT405
COMPUTERISED SAW
CNC Corner and Transom cleaning machine
KEY FEATURES
Suitable for bevel and radius profile

2 axis machine, fully programmable for white and woodgrain profiles
Profile recognition via linear transducers and photo electric sensors
Touch screen display for ease of operation with jog teach facility
Omron plc control with Hiwin bearings and SMC pneumatics
Rotary tool post for radius and internal cleaning with groove and
woodgrain knives as standard
2 year parts and Labour warranty with the exception of worn parts
KEY FEATURES
Double Cut saw for PVCu and Aluminium profiles up to 70mm

Point to point cutting for great accuracy - minimum cut 270mm at 45 degrees
USB data control or network connection available with touch screen control
Automatic transom positioner and automatic short cut facility
2 year warranty including parts and labour
Automatic guard system with two hand safety control
Call Dave Thomas today!

Tel: 01785 222421
www.haffnermurat.com dave.thomas@haffnergb.co.uk
The Accolade Building, Common Road, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST16 3EQ
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SYNSEAL INVESTS TO EXPAND

FOIL FINISHING CAPABILITIES
ynseal has invested in a 6th PVC-U profile

lamination machine to further expand
foil finishing capabilities at the companys
main production headquarters in Huthwaite,
Nottinghamshire.
Synseals 100,000 investment has purchased a
new NWA.300.7000 profile lamination machine
from WPR Srl, who are based near to Venice in
Northern Italy and are Europes leading supplier of
machinery for the profile lamination industry.
WPR Srl and sister company Taka Srl, who supply
adhesive and primer for the profile lamination
process, are both represented by Adhesive
Solutions Ltd in the UK. Synseals new profile
lamination machine is the third new foiling line
installed by Adhesive Solutions, in addition to an
automatic foil slitting machine from WPR and
technical upgrades for the three original Synseal
foiling lines to bring them fully up to date and in
line with WPR specifications.
We are delighted with the practical and specialist
support provided by Adhesive Solutions, says
Synseals Production Director Robin Byron. This

additional profile lamination line will help
us to respond efficiently to satisfy customer
requirements and meet increased sales demand
for foiled products, as our Synseal group continues
to grow.
The new WPR machine is fitted with all the latest
profile lamination technology including a precision
coating head, automatic priming system for using
Zero VOC primers and hot melt PUR application
equipment.
I have been supplying machinery and adhesive
to Synseals production team for over 10 years,
comments Mike Dean of Adhesive Solutions Ltd,
and we enjoy an excellent working relationship
with Synseal they are a dynamic company who
are always requiring the very latest technology
and this progressive approach fits perfectly with
WPRs aim of driving continuous improvement for
the lamination process.
www.synseal.com
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year
anniversary
2014
We exist to provide all our

clients with an unrivalled and
repeatable high quality service.
We aim to be a vital and trusted
supplier to your business.
Award winning
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LEARN FROM THE INDUSTRYS BEST

WITH THE NETWORK VEKA ACADEMY
N
etwork VEKA has teamed up with The
Vocational College to establish the Network
VEKA Academy, offering courses that provide
both practical work experience and recognised
qualifications for workers in the fenestration
industry.
Transferable skills, such as English, Maths, social

and interview techniques are developed alongside
practical, industry-focussed elements of study, with
modules on employers rights and responsibilities
completing a comprehensive, well-rounded
prospectus.
Designed to address a skills shortage in the wider

construction and building industry, the Academy
offers Network VEKA members the opportunity
to ensure their installers are suitably qualified,
with the added bonus of financial assistance from
generous subsidies secured by Network VEKA and
The Vocational College.
Besides providing qualification incentives for

installers who already work for Network VEKA
members, the Academy also offers the opportunity
to advertise for suitable trainees, free-of-charge,
in appropriate media - the National Apprentice
Service (NAS), for example.
Network VEKA MD, John Ogilvie explains: We were

keen to establish a vocational training offering, for
the benefit of our members. By ensuring their staff
are of the highest possible standard, the Networks
principles are perpetuated and our position as
the industrys leading installer organisation is
bolstered. The stronger our reputation aided by
unrivalled 97% customer satisfaction scores the
bigger the benefit to the organisation as a whole.
Working alongside The Vocational College an
award-winning learning provider with strong
links to the Glass Qualifications Authority (GQA)
weve compiled an offering to suit a range of
circumstances.
John continues: Weve made it really easy to take

on a trainee with minimal costs to the member
company in fact, other than expenses like travel
and Personal Protection Equipment, its essentially
free!
By the end of the traineeship, members should
have an employable candidate with a working
knowledge of their business, Network VEKA, and
the skills necessary to progress to an Intermediate
Apprenticeship. We think thats ample incentive for
both company and trainee to nurture a continuing,
loyal and mutually beneficial working relationship.
For a brochure including more information on the

Network VEKA Academy - part of the organisations
new suite of promotional literature - please contact
From 5-6 month Traineeships - introducing 16- Network VEKA on 01282 473170 or visit:
24 year-olds to our industry and organisation - www.networkveka.co.uk
through to 18-month Advanced Apprenticeships
that offer experienced workers a valuable Level 3
NVQ qualification, Network VEKA Academy courses
are tailored to our member companies needs.
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Padiham Glass millionth IGU installed in a VEKA
system by long-standing customer, Darwen Windows
leading
Lancashire-based
fabricator of VEKA PVC-U
glazing systems has installed
the millionth insulating glass unit
(IGU) to come off the automated
SuperSpacer production line at
Padiham Glass Ltd.
VEKA
Approved
Fabricator,
Darwen Windows was the lucky
recipient of the milestone IGU,
with MD Bill Ainsworth collecting
a
complimentary
magnum
of champagne as part of the
celebration!
Besides
the
bubbly,
Bill
commented, Im very happy that
Darwen Windows had the honour
of installing this landmark IGU
from Padiham Glass. Weve always
enjoyed working with the team
there, and their products are
invariably of a great quality and
competitively priced. Pair that
with the industry-leading PVC-U
systems were supplied by The VEKA
UK Group and you have the basis
of a package that has brought us
decades of success.
Anthony Clarkson, MD at Padiham
Glass explains that, in fact, the IGU

in question was the millionth unit
to be produced by just one of the
companys three production lines: A
visiting analyst pointed out that our
automated Edgetech SuperSpacer
line was close to producing its
millionth unit and, understandably,
there was quite a buzz on the shop
floor as we waited to see whose
order it would fall on!
It seemed fitting that Darwen
Windows was the client as they
are one of our longest-standing
customers, having worked with us
for around 25 years. It also prompted
us to estimate how many IGUs we
had produced in total, taking all
three production lines into account.
The conservative figure we arrived
at was around the 5.5 million mark!
Coming just a month into Padiham
Glass 35th anniversary year, its
millionth IGU has been installed as
part of Darwen Windows contract
at West End School in nearby
Oswaldtwistle.
Bill continues: The past year
has been an exciting one for us,
undergoing a major rebranding and

launching a new website and social
media presence to get the Darwen
Windows brand out there and
recognised as a symbol of quality.
Weve taken on two extra staff
and hope to continue our growth
throughout 2015.
We value the continued support of
our suppliers such as The VEKA UK
Group and Padiham Glass and are
proud to install this notable IGU as
part of a VEKA system, where it will
be relied upon by West End Schools
pupils and staff for years to come.
Heres hoping the two-millionth
IGU is produced for our order too!
Padiham Glass has recently
achieved Approved Supplier status
part of The VEKA UK Groups
Approved Installer Scheme for
its trade counter. There, Approved
Installers can source complete, CEmarked VEKA frames, fabricated
using Padiham Glass IGUs. Contact
the Padiham Glass trade counter
on 01282 687344 or email:
tradecentre@padihamglass.co.uk
for more info. Or visit our website:
www.vekauk.com.
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CUSTOMERS FIRST AT FRAMEXPRESS
he frameXpress management team has once

again taken positive steps to further strengthen
customer relations by instigating a number of
customer service training days, which all staff attended.
In conjunction with Angela Griffin, HR Manager at
frameXpress, The Professional Development Training
Company from Birmingham staggered an intensive
training course for all personnel over a week.
The workshops provided staff with an opportunity to
refresh and further develop their customer service skills,
which evaluated existing methods and reviewed staff
potential in all relevant areas. Individual strengths and
weakness were identified with an overall purpose of
further building customer relations across the company.
Assessing customer expectations and reviewing service
accordingly was considered key to staff development,
with the sessions giving the frameXpress team the
opportunity to refocus their approach to customer
service where necessary.
Angela Griffin comments, We have been able to evaluate
customer requirements and consider ways where we can
personalise our approach to them. Reinforcing a trust
and rapport with customers is essential, so personal
communication style was an invaluable aspect to this
training programme.
The course was considered important by Managing
Directors, Stuart Green and Mark Westbrook, who believe

that evaluating and improving customer service where
necessary is an essential aspect to moving the business
further forward.
Mark Westbrook comments, We all have good and bad
traits, and sometimes it can be easy to allow small habits
to develop which are not necessarily the best thing overall
for a company. Appraising staff and acknowledging all
aspects of the job roles are important things to consider
when gearing up to move a company forward.
Looking at the organisational structure as well as the
customer process is important, particularly when you
have a number of departments working alongside each
other. Interdepartmental communication has to be
smooth and effective, which this course has reinforced
for all of us.
Angela Griffin concludes, Understanding our customers
expectations and striving to exceed those is vital, which
will further strengthen business relations and reinforce
our corporate position as a leading fabricator which
excels in customer support.
frameXpress Ltd is a leading fabricator of pvc-u and
aluminium windows, doors and conservatories for both
the domestic and commercial sectors. Please call 01952
581100 for more information on the portfolio or visit
the website www.frameXpress.co.uk
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Taking the Alternative
e took the decision a long time ago not to try

to compete on price, and you get what you
pay for two statements that underline an
alternative approach to business that helped secure
a successful Leeds company a 5 million city centre
regeneration project.
approach
Liniar fabricator Alternative Windows is one of the

largest window and door manufacturers and suppliers in
the North of England, with a turnover of over 7 million,
70 staff at its Leeds headquarters and 12 teams of fitters.
Founded in 1988 by Directors Nigel Fletcher and Darren
Barraclough and initially focusing on the trade and
retail markets, the company has seen a marked shift in
the split of its work over recent years with commercial
work now reaching around 70% of its overall revenue.
Since emerging from the recession, the new build and
social housing markets have been reinvigorated, with
Alternative Windows ideally placed to fulfil a large
proportion of the new contracts out for tender.
Sales Director Darren Pratt, whos been with Alternative
for 21 years, explains why their approach is so successful:
We took the decision a long time ago not to try to compete
on price, says Darren, which means we do lose out on some
jobs. But its clear to us that when it comes to choosing
new windows and doors, price isnt always the prime factor;
local developers are looking for thermal efficiency, leadfree profiles and faster supply and installation, all of which
is deliverable with the Liniar system.
The interesting thing is that weve recently picked up
a couple of jobs that we lost out on as we werent the
cheapest. Wed written them off, but the developer has
now come back to us to finish the jobs as theyve had
problems with the supplier they originally chose after
all, you get what you pay for!
The Leeds City Centre regeneration PFI project spans 7
blocks of high-rise apartments totalling 550 dwellings,
together with almost 1,500 low-rise and new build
houses. The project is being managed by developer
Keepmoat, whove allocated the supply of windows and
doors to Alternative.
Worth around 5 million to Alternative over two years,
the project commenced in December 2013 and is set to
be completed in late 2015. Darren goes on to describe
the reasons the Liniar system is ideal for large-scale
projects such as these:
The Liniar system goes through the factory much faster

than other systems, so its more cost effective for us to
manufacture, says Darren. Its also much easier to achieve
an A rated window, as we have to do less to it than we
would with a different system, such as enhanced (and more
expensive) glazing. Our installers also love fitting Liniar as
its been designed to be fitter-friendly so theyre on site
for less time overall, which helps with project completion
deadlines.
With the housing market set to continue its upward
trend, the team at Alternative is ready to take advantage
of the boom and with its experience in this sector,
theres no doubt it can back up its claims and reap the
benefits.
Alternative Windows can be contacted on: 0113 248
3773 or via their website: www.alternativewindows.
com. You can find out more about the Liniar range at
www.liniar.co.uk or call the sales team on
01332 883900.
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customers
At Profile 22 weve been supporting fabricators and installers for the last
three decades. We offer a comprehensive choice of marketing materials
and services to help them sell effectively. We also provide a wider range of
bespoke marketing support than any other systems company.
For support that works, call 01952 290910 today.

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The VEKA UK Group
NATIONAL FABRICATOR DIRECT TRADE PARTNERS

WITH PILKINGTON UNITED KINGDOM LIMITED FOR
SUPERIOR ENERGY EFFICIENT IGUs
irect Trade, one of the UKs leading

fabricators of windows, doors and
conservatories, has selected Pilkington
United Kingdom Limited, part of the NSG Group,
as its primary glass supplier in a projected
multi-million-pound agreement.
The one-year arrangement will see the trade
specialist source Pilkington energiKare
insulating sealed glass units for all of the
windows, doors and conservatory walls it
fabricates for its customers across the UK.
Yorkshire based Direct Trade has already
offered Pilkington energiKare energyefficient glazing as standard for over 10 years,
but this is the first time a partnering agreement
has been signed between the two brands.
Steve Green, Managing Director of Direct Trade,
said: As a forward thinking fabricator we
were one of the first to achieve an A+ Window
Energy Rating under the BFRC scheme. We
strive to lower the U-value on all products
to ensure our installer base can provide their
customers with added value, energy efficient
doors and windows which keep the heat where
it belongs in their home. Incorporating the
Pilkington energiKare range of products into
our offering has played an important part in
successfully achieving this.
Rising energy prices are a real concern
for homeowners, so the demand for high
quality, efficient glazing has understandably
intensified. We make it our business to only
work with those components which will give
our products the best possible U-values and
found Pilkington energiKare to be the ideal
solution for glass.
said: Direct Trade has a leading reputation in

the market, and the fact that the business has
selected Pilkington energiKare is testament
to the value and quality it delivers, as well as
the appeal of the brand to trade customers
and homeowners alike.
We take a great deal of pride in the technical
expertise that goes into developing our
products, with the aim of making it as easy
as possible for our fabricator customers to
sell. This deal is evidence that this strategy is
working.
Established in 1998, Direct Trade manufactures
and supplies uPVC windows from its 60,000 sq
ft factory near Doncaster. It also has two further
factories in the area which produce doors and
conservatory systems.
Pilkington energiKare double glazing uses
advanced coatings, glass mixtures and gasfilled cavities to minimise heat loss and allow
more of the suns energy to enter the building.
For more information please visit:
www.pilkington.co.uk
John Spiby, domestic products national sales

manager at Pilkington United Kingdom Limited,
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ALTERNATIVE PUB CULTURE
FROM FRAMEXPRESS
or one determined homeowner it was time to call

time on the old windows and doors he inherited
when he purchased an old pub in Kent. The Local
Authority Planning Department had stipulated that
the property maintain its original period style, and the
new owner was very clear about the level of insulation
performance expected for his new home.
The FS70mm system from Profile 22 Systems matched
the brief perfectly for the frameXpress customer,
providing the best results in terms of thermal and sound
insulation. A variety of the highest performance, A
rated, white casement windows and French doors were
made according to the architects specifications, which
provided a stunning overall finish to the installation
and gave optimum results in respect of temperature
control and soundproofing.
Security was also high on the homeowners list of
priorities with only the best available stipulated. A
Yale locking system was then installed which gives
Secured By Design accreditation and substantiates
the guarantees that the doors meet the highest BSI
security criteria.
With an established reputation for excellence,
frameXpress has forged strong business relations with
both customers and suppliers over the last 18 years,

which has helped the company to maintain a leading
market edge in the window, door and conservatory
sector.
Working with companies such as Profile 22 Systems
ensures that customers can rely upon the quality
standards that accreditation affords. The diversity and
reliability of the range provides a choice that is inspiring
consumer investment, with dynamic design and high
performance believed to be intrinsically linked to its
increasing popularity by senior management.
For the frameXpress team it is apparent that the home
improvement market is continuing to grow substantially,
primarily due to a money conscious homeowner who is
looking to reduce energy bills and at the same time,
improve not just their property but their lifestyle.
frameXpress is one of the UKs largest independent
pvc-u fabricators of windows, doors, conservatories and
composite doors. Sixteen colour foils are available as
well as superior aluminium systems which work well
for both domestic and commercial applications.
For more information on the broad range available,
please call 01952 581100. www.framexpress.co.uk/
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Cornwall is renowned for its stunning countryside, its rugged coast line and the harshest of winds from the
ocean. Whether its Victorian seaside homes, traditional whitewashed country cottages or miners terraced
houses built from Cornish-stone, these properties need windows, doors and conservatories that withstand the
elements and are sympathetic to their looks. With over 40 years experience, Swish Authorised Fabricator and
Installer Atlantic Windows understands these needs better than most.
Redruth-based Atlantic Windows has been working together with Swish Window and Door Systems for seven
years. Its a successful partnership. Brenda Edwards, Director of Atlantic Windows explains: Homeowners like
the Swish brand. They associate it with the highest standards and often comment on the quality of the products.
The slim sculptured appearance of Swish PVC-u profile makes it easier to design windows that complement
Cornish properties. The heritage colours are really popular, especially cream, Chartwell Green and Agate Grey
from Swishs Impressions range.
We have a great relationship with Swish. We like that we can pick up the phone whenever we need some
advice and Hayley King, Business Development Manager for Swish Window and Door Systems, visits us
regularly, something we rarely get from other suppliers.
Recently weve redesigned our product brochures and marketing materials, and weve updated our uniforms.
Alongside Atlantic Windows logo theres the official Swish logo to show were an Authorised Fabricator
and Installer. After 40 years Atlantic Windows is a trusted name in Cornwall. Adding the Swish brand gives
customers even more confidence.
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Everglade announced as TheVEKA UK
Group's 400th Approved Installer!

the normal cost. These range from business cards
to bespoke retail brochures and vehicle graphics
to name just a few. Details like the company name,
contact details, logo and USPs are automatically
uploaded by the system to populate prominent
fields in the template designs. The results are truly
professional and, with their own logo backed up by
VEKA or Halo branding, installers can show customers
their commitment to only using our systems, known
for their excellent quality.
Our Fabmatch website links Approved Installers with
Approved Fabricators in their area, helping to create
a practical and efficient infrastructure, and ensuring
they receive quality products, each and every time.
Both parties benefit from the arrangement and
enduring relationships are established.
outh Manchesters Everglade a fabricator and

installer of Halo window and door systems
from The VEKA UK Group has celebrated
becoming the 400th member of the leading profile
manufacturers renowned Approved Installer Scheme.
Perhaps one of the biggest draws of the Approved

Installer offering is the targeted sales leads it
provides free of charge. Amy continues: Potential
customers can visit the homeowners section of www.
vekauk.com, providing their postcode and details of
the work theyd like done. We pass the info to their
three nearest Approved Installers who then contact
them to advise and discuss further. As the contact
has been solicited by the customer, the likelihood of
conversion becomes much greater.
Were excited to have Everglade mark this milestone
in the Approved Installer Schemes history. Theyre
an established and respected fabricator and installer
that easily met our criteria for approval CE-Marked
windows, MTCs, insurance-backed guarantees and
more, and were very proud to have them onboard.
The initiative, launched less than a year ago at the

FIT Show 2014, offers installers a raft of benefits
not least access to a suite of professionally designed Everglade is our 400th Approved Installer but, in
marketing materials, customisable via its online total taking Approved installers, Fabricators and
Marketing Hub.
Suppliers into account, there are now around 500
companies engaged with the Scheme not bad for
Amy Grundy, National Sales Manager for the Approved
its first year!
Installer Scheme explains: Besides benefiting from
the association with The VEKA UK Group the The Approved Installer Scheme represents just
countrys leading manufacturer of PVC-U door and one tier of what, alongside Network VEKA, is the
window systems installers gain numerous other industrys most comprehensive package of installer
advantages by becoming Approved. Its no wonder support. Companies interested in learning more
the scheme has seen such an unprecedented uptake about the benefits of becoming Approved should
within its first year.
visit the Schemes website for details: www.vekauk.
com/approvedinstaller
The online Marketing Hub offers Approved Installers
a wide range of marketing materials at a fraction of
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SPECTUS LAUNCHES NEW

THERMAL INSERTS
Spectus Window Systems has launched a brand new range of thermal inserts, designed to improve thermal
performance and help customers fabricate even more energy efficient windows and doors.
For use across its Elite 70 range, the inserts are manufactured from 100% recycled content and are a costeffective way of delivering better insulation without pushing up production costs. Internal webs take the
number of insulating chambers from five to eight, helping fabricators achieve higher Window Energy Ratings
and U-values.
Light-weight; easy to use, cut and handle the inserts have receptors which improve screw retention and help
with accurate hardware positioning. Working alongside steel or aluminium reinforcements, they provide
significant thermal benefits without affecting the strength of the window.
Commenting on the new development, Spectus brand manager Carmen Velilla said: We were already doing our
bit with multi-chambered frames but we were looking for a simple, cost-effective way to achieve even better
thermal performance without compromising the structural integrity of our frames. Our new inserts do just that.
The difference may be on the inside but this advancement is still a valuable selling tool for our customers.
Once completed, the homeowner wont know about the inserts but theyll be sure to know about the benefits; a
more efficient, better insulated home!
www.spectussystems.co.uk / Call 01952 283344 / Follow Us On Twitter: @SpectusWindows
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Hardware
GREENTEQ GAMMA
RIM LATCH CYLINDER
ardware specialist VBH has announced

the arrival of the greenteQ Gamma Rim
Latch Cylinder as the latest addition to the
greenteQ range. The cylinders are compatible
with most night latches.
VBH advise that the cylinder is supplied with 3
Q branded open profile keys as standard, and
that it has 6 pins rather than the normal 5.
Like Gamma Euro Profile Cylinders, the Rim Latch

Cylinder is available in nickel and brass finishes.
They are boxed individually, complete with
fixings, fixing plate and decorative surround.
Marketing Manager Gary Gleeson advises Were
pleased to add the Rim Latch Cylinder to our
range as we believe the ability to produce keyed
alike suites with our profile cylinders will be
attractive to homeowners, whether on a new
installation or when having locks replaced. This
means added business for our customers. The
cylinders are covered by the 10 year greenteQ
guarantee.
greenteQ Gamma Rim Latch Cylinders can be

keyed alike with Gamma Profile Cylinders. This
means that homeowners can use the same
key throughout their home on their traditional
timber or composite front door, and on any other
entrances fitted with profile cylinders, such as Call VBH on 01634 263300 for further
their rear door, French doors and patios.
information on greenteQ Gamma Rim Latch
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HOW DOES THE UAP DOOR STAY

COMPARE TO SIMILAR PRODUCTS?
He continues, Both door stays were subjected to the
same exposure in the salt spray machine over a period of
6 days. However, there was a significant and noticeable
difference in the results!
AP have recently added another fantastic product

to their already impressive collection of door
hardware; and this one is a particularly interesting
object. The UAP Door Stay is versatile, easy to install and
has been designed with durability in mind. All of these
qualities make the Door Stay an extremely cost-effective
item of quality door hardware; so it is no wonder it is
already proving to be popular!
And in order to assess the corrosion resistance of
UAPs own Door Stay brand against one of their closest
competitors, they decided to conduct a small experimentwith some fascinating results!
Mark Rushton, UAP Quality Control Manager, explains,

The corrosion resistance was tested using a special salt
spray cabinet, which produces a corrosive environment
of dense saline fog, so exposed parts were subjected to
severely corrosive conditions. The chrome door stays
were then deposited in the cabinet and were removed
after 144 hours (6 days).
The first Door Stay had a very poor performance, with

almost severe corrosion of the chrome coating, whereas
UAPs own brand Door Stay performed to an acceptable
standard, and only displayed some small areas of mild
corrosion.
Mark concludes, Judging by these findings, the chrome
finish on the UAP branded Door Stay was far superior to
the coating on the other Door Stay sample. By testing out
these two products, we could determine how our Door
Stay would perform when exposed to the elements, and
it passed the inspection with flying colours!
For more information regarding the functional,
homeowner-friendly Door Stay get in touch with UAP

at sales@uapcorporate.com, or call the sales team on
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AP is constantly coming up with new and

innovative concepts in order to maximise
security, so that properties around the United
Kingdom and Ireland are safeguarded from potential
risk. In order to provide 24/7 protection all year
round, it is essential to invest in durable, resilient
door hardware, which has been designed to last.
They already supply a diverse and wide ranging
catalogue of unbeatable door viewers, letterplates
(including the innovative DOORMASTER) and double
Kitemarked euro cylinders, and have now added to
their collection of door hardware by introducing the
versatile Door Stay. This item of quality door hardware
does not need replacing on a regular basis, which
means it is extremely cost-effective and resourceful.
David Jennings, the MD of UAP explains, Here at UAP,
we always do whatever we can to keep things fresh
and exciting. And our latest invention is bound to
create a real stir, and generate a great deal of interest.
The revolutionary Door Stay has many attractive
features and benefits which cannot be found on any
other piece of door hardware, making it completely
unique and original.
He continues, The restrictor limits door opening to
a preset position, or to a maximum of 90 degrees,
and includes an easy-to-fit eurogroove and bracket
to frame. Our Door Stay is perfectly suitable for all
major uPVC profiles, and measures 335mm in length.
It can withstand literally thousands upon thousands
of openings without becoming damaged, and does
not become affected by daily wear and tear.

David concludes, A carefully constructed slider
contains special friction screws to hold the door open
in mild wind conditions, so that it remains stable and
steady. The Door Stay really is in a league of its own
as far as door hardware is concerned, and we are ever
so proud of what we have achieved. When it comes
to furnishing consumers with quality products at
reasonable prices, we are a cut above the rest! And
the fantastic Door Stay is the perfect example of this!
For more information regarding the multifunctional
Door Stay get in touch with UAP at sales@
uapcorporate.com. Alternatively, you can give their
friendly sales division a call on 0161 796 7268.
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HERITAGE AWARDS BLOWN AWAY BY

EDGETECH WARM EDGE TECHNOLOGY
f you wander down the Georgian high street in the

historic market town of Ludlow, youd be forgiven
for thinking each house had kept its original sash
windows. Even at number 44 Mill Street, which
recently scooped the prestigious Ludlow Heritage
Award for its replacement double glazed, hand
blown glass windows made by Sash Restoration Co
(Hereford) Ltd using Edgetechs warm edge spacer
system.
When the owner of the grade II listed house decided

to change the tired windows and improve acoustic
and energy performance, the Ludlow Conservation
Area Advisory Committees high standards of
conservation demanded that replacement windows
be in keeping with the other period properties in the
area. The homeowner went straight to sash window
specialists, Sash Restoration Company for advice.
Using traditional hand blown glass, 20mm solid
through glazing bars and Duralite warm edge
spacer bar from Edgetech UK, a Quanex company,
Sash Restoration Co created individual double glazed
units in the finest timber box sash frames that are
Document L compliant and achieve conservation

requirements. The committee was so impressed it
gave the project the Ludlow Heritage Award.
Ronnie Salisbury, Managing Director at Sash
Restoration explains: The committee and Ludlow
residents are extremely protective of their history, so
to have our product accepted for the project was a
huge achievement, and to win an award for it is great
for us.
Weve been using Duralite in our windows for 12
years and Edgetech has always been very supportive.
They even got their hands dirty making the units and
testing them.
Edgetechs single seal warm edge spacer provides a
unique approach to solving the challenge of double
glazing in conservation areas. Its a heat processed,
flexible product with low sightlines, so it follows the
variable surface of the traditional hand blown glass
we use perfectly. It creates a finish that is softer on
the eye and makes it almost impossible to tell that
its a double glazed unit. www.quanex.com
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EDGETECH
his years first quarter sales confirm the market leading position for Edgetech UK, a Quanex
company, and follows the substantial sales growth achieved in its last financial year. Overall
sales were up by 22.8 percent, and just a few months after its launch, TruPlas rigid warm edge
spacer bar has taken significant market share with strong sales.
There are very few companies that maintain significant growth over so many years and this makes
these results even more impressive, says Andy Jones, Managing Director at Edgetech UK. After the
success of our first financial quarter, 2015 looks set to be another record year as IGU companies
continue to invest in Super Spacer, the UKs top selling warm edge spacer bar.
New products TruFit expanding foam edge tape and TruShield glass protection system will
create exciting opportunities for customers to win more business. And we have launched Dealership
Plus to support the entire supply chain with real financial savings for installers, fabricators and IGU
manufacturers.
www.edgetechig.co.uk/
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THE FAX IS DE-SELECTED
IGITAL specialist The Consultancy has celebrated its

Death of the Fax campaign as PVC-U window and
door systems supplier Selecta Systems becomes
the latest to reap the benefits of fax-free ordering.
The campaign, which will run throughout 2015,

encourages the window and door industry to embrace
the digital age and leave behind lengthy fax processes.
Selecta Systems was one of the first to embrace the
campaign, using The Consultancy to implement a bespoke
responsive website featuring a trade portal, composite
door designer and online ordering system.
Mark Walker, Marketing and Design Manager at Selecta
Systems - who has managed the full project - said: Before
we implemented the online system one order used to
warrant around three faxes backwards and forwards and
thats on top of phone calls and securing the initial order.
There was also so much room for just simple human
error and customers or staff misunderstanding each
other. This can be very important when trying to provide
prices and orders.
Faxing was such a lengthy process and if a customer
wasnt near a fax machine, it could take days to get a
response or confirmation.
The Consultancy was brilliant and understood exactly
what we needed. We now have a system which provides
customers live pricing 24/7 with full order confirmation
sent there and then.
Selecta has launched its composite door range using the

system and is currently in-progress to roll out patio and
bi-fold doors with The Consultancy.
Mark continued: Within the first month alone we

generated a massive amount of interest and have been
commended by our customers on the ease and efficiency
of the system.
Although its too early to report on official sales figures,
we already have over 500 registered users using the
system.
I cannot recommend The Consultancy highly enough,
their professionalism and knowledge is second-to-none
which has helped the project run smooth and efficiently.
The Consultancy has worked in the industry for over 10
years, specialising in digital solutions for window and
door companies.
Richie Thornton, Director of The Consultancy, said: This
is a brilliant example of an innovative company taking
their business to the next level by embracing the digital
age.
We will be rolling out more of Selectas products in
the coming year and cannot wait to see them reap the
rewards of banishing the fax!
To contact The Consultancy visit:
www.theconsultancy.co.uk or call 01429 239 689.
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Google
warning
for
industry
websites
ow often do you look at your own website?

Can you access it on a mobile device? If not,
you may be in trouble. Google has announced
an update which will have a significant impact on
websites which make mobile browsing difficult.
The changes take place on April 21 and will
improve search rankings for websites which create
a mobile-friendly experience whilst penalising
those who dont. Digital Specialist The Consultancy,
is advising companies to check if their website is
responsive, and if not seek help.
Richie Thornton, Director of The Consultancy,
said: This is a massive shift in Googles ranking
process and will affect companies appearance
in mobile search results if they dont conform.
Although Google is notoriously secretive about
their algorithm and ranking page factors, what we
do know that Google likes websites to have one
URL across all platforms. This means your website
should be able to be accessed with a desktop,
smartphone and tablet using one web address. On
top of this if users are trying to visit a page only
available on a desktop, rather than show a Mobileonly 404 page users should be re-directed to the
desktop page on their device.
be frowned upon for disrupting the mobile users

experience. In addition to this, the search engine
has also identified a list of common mistakes on
mobile browsing to rectify. These could be anything
from updating a simple file or removing blocks on
files to having to implement a fully responsive
mobile design.
Richie added: Companies need to be aware of
these changes or they could be losing out to their
competition. UK internet users spend an average
of 1.9 hours per day online using a handheld
device so to be missing from mobile search results
could have a big impact. Anyone worried that their
website does not comply can get in contact with
us.
The Consultancy has worked in the window and
door industry for over 10 years and specialise in
online solutions specifically for the sector. The end
of 2014 marked a record year for company after
experiencing record profits, expanding premises
and also winning Digital Specialist in the National
Fenestration Awards.
Contact The Consultancy on (01429) 239 689 or
visit www.theconsultancy.co.uk.
App interstitials which are the pop-ups on web

pages asking you to download an app will also
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National Account Managers

Leading hardware manufacturer, the Trojan Group, is seeking
two experienced National Account Managers to join their rapidly
expanding business.
The successful individuals will have a proven track record with
account management and growing sales within the UK window and
door hardware industry.
In return, a competitive salary and company car will be provided.
All applications in the first instance should be sent to:
Mr Tony Chadwick
Group Managing Director
Trojan Manufacturing Group Ltd
Fryers Road
Bloxwich
Walsall
West Midlands
WS2 7LZ
Or emailed to tonychadwick@trojangroup.com.
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NEW
MARKETING
MANAGER
FOR YALE
DOOR &
WINDOW
SOLUTIONS
ale Door and Window Solutions has

welcomed Carly Baker to the business
as its new Marketing Manager,
strengthening the senior team.
Carly is an established marketing professional
with over 15 years of experience. She began
working for Yale as a Brand Manager in 2006,
and then moved on to be appointed as Yale
Marketing Manager, working on both the retail
and OEM sides of the business. In more recent
years Carly has been working on an internal
project for ASSA ABLOY.
number of imminent new product launches.

We are also working on a new campaign, Yale
it, a true retail focused campaign which really
harnesses the power of the brand to benefit
our fabrication and installer customers.
Kevin Hill, Managing Director of Yale Door and
Window Solutions, added: Carly is a fantastic
addition to the business, bringing a wealth of
experience to this role. She heads up a new
marketing team who strongly advocate our
brand and products.
For further information about Yale Door

In her new role she is responsible for managing and Window Solutions, please visit www.
the marketing for the Yale brand into the UK yaledoorandwindowsolutions.co.uk or follow
fenestration market, and also the marketing @YaleDWS on Twitter.
of the Securistyle brand for UK and Export
commercial markets.
Carly commented: Yale Door and Window
Solutions is the largest division of ASSA ABLOY
in the UK so I jumped at the opportunity
to return to Yale OEM marketing. Im really
pleased to be part of the future of the business.
Its an exciting time as we are working on a
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Appointments
MARTIN THURLEY BRINGS PREMDOR
EXPERIENCE TO DOOR-STOP
Martin Thurley, Operations Director of Premdor, has joined Door-Stop for a six month secondment. Both
companies are UK divisions of one of the worlds leading door manufacturers, Masonite International
Corporation. Martin is MBA qualified and has extensive senior management experience in lean manufacturing,
ISO 9001 quality management systems and Health and Safety Management. Martin is ideally placed to offer
operational horsepower and support to Door-Stop. He will head up projects relating to Door-Stops five year
growth plan, involving capital investment, factory layout and management structure. My primary concerns are
safety, quality and output in this order of priority. Safety first - always, says Martin.
Door-Stop is a market leader in service, image, IT and delivery, with a unique if its late its free guarantee on 3
day doors. Martins role is to help the composite door manufacturer achieve the next stage of growth through
operations with even more efficient manufacturing, development and delivery of new products and enhanced
customer service.
Im focusing on safety, quality and efficiency, says Martin, Were aiming for continuous improvement in
operations by examining and perfecting factory layout and manufacturing. Were taking a serious approach to
achieving right first time on all our products through each process.
As a qualified Health and Safety Manager, Martin is passionate about the issue: Its about more than legal
compliance - the welfare of everyone in the business and everyone who comes into contact with our business
is paramount.
For more information on Door-Stop doors visit www.door-stop.co.uk.
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Appointments
EPWIN GROUP WINDOW SYSTEMS DIVISION

APPOINTS NEW MANAGING DIRECTOR
pwin Group Window Systems Division is

pleased to announce the appointment of
Clare OHara as divisional managing director.
The division comprises Profile 22, Spectus Window
Systems, Swish Windows & Doors, PatioMaster
and Safeware.
Clare joins the business from Grouphomesafe
where she held the role of Group sales director.
Having been in the industry for nearly 20 years
Clare is an experienced and respected individual.
She has an enviable commercial understanding
of the wider building and construction industry
thanks in part to her time with SIG and Masco UK
Window Group Ltd.
This is a significant step for me personally,
comments Clare OHara, managing director of
Epwin Group Window Systems Division. Im here
to drive important changes for customers and
develop new products. In terms of tonnage we
are the industry number one but I want us to be
a market leader in every sense of the term; its a
challenge but one that I relish.
In the few short months that Ive been here
I have been amazed by the enthusiasm and
support of the team, and thrilled by the loyalty
of our customers. And contrary to what some
people may think, I am 100% committed to all of
our brands. We like the fact that we have three
systems; it gives us flexibility. We are able to
offer our customers choice, a choice between
three separate, very distinct systems with a solid
product offering.
Over the next 12 months there will be significant
investments across all areas of the business;
R&D, production, operations and personnel. This
follows the opening of a brand new 1.3m foiling
facility which has increased foiling capacity by
25%.
For more information on Epwin Group Window
Systems Division and its products please call
01952 290910. www.epwin.co.uk
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UNI-BLINDS DEMAND HEATS UP AS

WARMEDGE SPACER BARS HIT THE SPOT
he introduction last year of warm edge spacer

bars as standard across the range of Uni-Blinds
integral blinds has proved a hit with fabricators
and installers seeking to maximise customer
satisfaction, according to the systems manufacturer
Morley Glass & Glazing.
The company has seen an increase in sales of 23%
since the first Uni-Blinds with warm edge spacer bar
technology inside hit the market in spring 2014. Part
of the reason for this rapid growth, says Morley Glass
& Glazing MD Ian Short, is customers seeing the
opportunity to upsell their windows and doors without
compromising on thermal performance.
Ian says: We know that homeowners increasingly
understand the massive contribution that highly
insulating windows and doors make to reducing
energy bills and improving comfort. Thats why we
were so keen to introduce the warm edge spacer bar
across our integral blinds range to make compromise a
thing of the past when customers seek the privacy and
aesthetic benefits that Uni-Blinds bring.
As Europes biggest fabricator of integral blinds using
the market-leading ScreenLine systems, Morley Glass
& Glazing worked closely with the Italian systems
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manufacturer Pellini to launch warm edge spacer bars

at the earliest opportunity in the UK.
Ian adds: The warm edge spacer bars that we use are
similar to those used by the majority of sealed unit
manufacturers serving the A and B rated windows
and doors market. The added benefits of integral
blinds, which are not adequately reflected by the
Window Energy Rating (WER) scheme, are the extra
layer of insulation along with the powerful solar
shading to keep homes cooler during summer months.
These added benefits are giving smart installers a
great opportunity to enhance their window and door
proposition and increase profitability.
The Uni-Blinds range provides the widest choice
of integral Venetian blinds in double and triple
glazed units, with all manual versions available in
the industrys shortest lead-time of 10 days from any
Friday. Morley Glass & Glazing provides unrivalled
technical support for Uni-Blinds customers too, being
the only UK supplier of integral blinds to have
dedicated customer support engineers on the road.
It also stocks the largest range of ScreenLine system
spare parts in Europe.
Find out more at www.morleyglass.co.uk
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MORLEY GLASS EXTENDS SPONSORSHIP
OF LOCAL FOOTBALL TEAM
lack of funds, so to be able to add another

team to our club is a fantastic milestone. Of
course doubling the size of the club doubles
the cost of running things, so were delighted
that Morley Glass & Glazing has agreed to
The company sponsored Millshaw Park Rangers sponsor both teams.
football strip last season and has pledged to
sponsor the newly launched second teams kit Morley Glass & Glazing Managing Director Ian
Short said: Were really pleased to be able to
next season too.
support Millshaw Park Rangers by sponsoring
Millshaw Park Rangers plays in the WRCFA the new football kits for both teams. Its
Flexi League and in the Leeds Combination testimony to Chris passion and commitment
League and recently reached the final of the that the club is such a success. Hes doing a
tremendous job and we applaud him.
Leeds FA Jubilee Cup.
Leeds football club can give even more
young players the chance to take part
in the sport thanks to sponsorship from
Morley Glass & Glazing.
Chris Holland, Chairman and Co-founder Find out more about Morley Glass & Glazing
of Millshaw Park Rangers FC said: Thanks at www.morleyglass.co.uk
to our success and growing reputation we
have recently announced plans to expand to
two teams for the 2015-16 season. I started
Millshaw Park Rangers out of my own pocket
to give lads a place to play football in a climate
where more and more clubs are folding due to
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SUPALITE BRANCHES OUT

WITH NEW ORANGERY ROOF
eading solid tiled conservatory roof designer Being able to replace a flat roof with a pitched roof
Supalite is delighted to announce the launch of will take away so many potential problems and of
its brand new Orangery roof to the trade market. course it then brings with it the other advantages
of the vaulted ceiling internally and the use of
Perfect for retro-fit or new-build the new Orangery
tapco slates externally to give it an outstanding
comes with all the outstanding features the industry
appearance inside and out.
has come to expect from Supalite aesthetic appeal,
superb technical capabilities, excellent thermal We have brought some great new technical features
efficiency and of course with ease of installation for to the market with this product too including a brand
roof installers as a key part of the design thinking.
new ring beam to make it robust and to aid with the
ease of installation - which is always one of our key
Announcing the launch of the new product Operations
drivers and a major consideration in the design of
Director for Supalite Steve Hacking commented to
anything we do.
launch the Orangery roof is a natural progression for
us building on the incredible success of our Supalite It is also designed to be a very cost effective solution
tiled roof range.
which coupled to its many outstanding features will
make it very attractive to the market.
It is the next product in our portfolio but by no
means the last. We believe that our new Orangery The new roof is available right now to our trade
roof is perfect for todays market and we know our customers and as with all our roofs we are delighted
installers will really take to it.
to offer the assisted fit support service for first time
installations.
It is of course ideal for new-build applications, but
it is equally suitable for the replacement roof market For more information on the new Supalite Orangery
and is designed to enable the replacement of the call 01772 828060 or visit www.supaliteroof.co.uk
flat roofs which are installed on so many existing Email promotions@supaliteroof.co.uk
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