Industry News and Stories for August 2016

By The Window Outlet, 30/08/2016

Fast-moving aluminium fabricator the Window Outlet has continued a run of recent successes with its involvement in a high-end residential project that’s gone on to win a prestigious Local Authority Building Control Award. The development, a stylish, contemporary Fourways property constructed...

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By LB Group, 25/08/2016

Lack of natural light in key areas of a property is a major differentiating factor between high-energy households and more efficient ones, according to a Loughborough University report commissioned by the UK government. The study revealed the highest consuming 20% of households used over 760 kWh/year for...

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By The Window Outlet, 25/08/2016

Continuing the extraordinary growth that saw it reach £1m turnover by the end of year one, and put it on course to surpass £2m by the end of year two, dynamic Bristol fabricator The Window Outlet has further expanded its impressive aluminium range with Schüco’s stylish bonded panel doors. Designed...

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By Hueck UK Limited, 25/08/2016

It is with great sadness that HUECK UK is announcing the passing of its Sales Director, Robert Bright. Robbie died in an accident in France, during a charity cycle ride that was raising funds for PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide, in memory of his beloved son, George. He was part of the senior management and...

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By Leads 2 Trade, 23/08/2016

Businesses, community figures and first team representatives from the Salford super league rugby team recently came together to participate in the Salford Red Devils Golf Day fundraiser. Leads2trade, who provide double qualified sales leads for the home improvement industry, were key sponsors of the...

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By Dekko Window Systems Ltd, 23/08/2016

Dekko, one of the country’s biggest suppliers of the much-celebrated Residence 9 window system, will now begin offering all the products in the newly-expanded Residence Collection, the company has announced. Launched three years ago, R9 quickly became the benchmark by which all other classic-look...

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By Insight Data Ltd, 19/08/2016

One of the largest conservatory roof manufacturers in the UK has introduced Insight Data’s online marketing system, Salestracker, as part of an ambitious growth strategy.   Abcell, who have been established for over 26 years and supply a range of specialist products including Global...

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By Purplex Marketing, 19/08/2016

Full-service marketing agency for the building products and construction industry, Purplex, has recently helped one of its existing customers, double glazing company Dolphin Windows, launch a new business specialising in the wider home improvement sector. Over the past 18 months, the company has benefitted...

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By Insight Data Ltd, 19/08/2016

Insight Data, the specialist data provider for the fenestration and construction industry, is celebrating after surpassing another impressive milestone. The Insight database of UK window, door and conservatory companies has now broken through the 17,000 unique email addresses barrier for the first...

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By Sliders UK, 19/08/2016

Sliders UK has added the Ultimate Evolution bi-folding door to its expanding aluminium range as part of a commitment to deliver increased flexibility and choice to its customers. With ultra-slim sightlines plus smooth bottom running system and concealed shoot bolt lock with single point handle, the Ultimate...

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By Hueck UK Limited, 19/08/2016

The UK branch of global supplier of aluminium window, door and façade systems, HUECK, has helped rebuild four London fire stations that were no longer fit for purpose. As part of a Private Finance Initiative project, the London Fire Brigade commissioned a rebuilding programme for some of its facilities...

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By Lister Trade Frames Ltd, 18/08/2016

The customer is always right. It’s an adage that for many businesses becomes their company mantra. An unhappy customer will leave you quicker than water down the plug hole. So imagine the work it must take keeping the same customers happy for 20+ years! That’s exactly what Window and Door Manufacturer...

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By Astraseal, 17/08/2016

A long-standing Astraseal trade client has effusively praised the firm and its trademark commitment to customer service. Barker and Cresswell Glass is a highly respected installation business based in Nazeing, Waltham Abbey, that operates throughout the Essex area. The company has been a regular Astraseal...

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By TWR Bifolds Ltd, 16/08/2016

Bi-fold specialist TWR Bifolds has appointed a new Northern Sales Manager as it continues on its impressive growth trajectory. The appointment follows exponential growth at the family-run firm, who are now manufacturing on average 60 aluminium bi-folds per week. Jacky Black is a well-known...

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By Purplex Marketing, 12/08/2016

Purplex Marketing, one of the leading PR and marketing agencies in the construction industry, have announced they are supporting the Construction Marketing Awards (CMAs) for the second year running. The event will be held at the Radisson Blu Portman Hotel on December 1st 2016, and will showcase the...

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By Insight Data Ltd, 12/08/2016

Insight Data, the specialist data supplier for the fenestration and construction industry has been shortlisted for “Outstanding Data Provider of the Year” at the 2016 Database Marketing Awards. Launched in 2011, the Database Marketing Awards put data firmly where it belongs: in the spotlight...

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By Consumer Protection Association, 12/08/2016

Home improvement companies need to evolve their businesses if they are to suit the needs of the next generation of homebuyers. This is the view of Jeremy Brett, Director of the Consumer Protection Association. The average age of a first-time homebuyer has now reached between 35 and 37 according...

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By Uni-Slide, 12/08/2016

High-end aluminium sliding door system Üni_Slide has got off to a roaring start, already specified as part of prestigious projects by respected architects, and quickly becoming the brand everyone in the industry is talking about thanks to a fast-growing reputation for excellence. The team behind...

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By Purplex Marketing, 12/08/2016

Roseview Windows, the fast growing uPVC sash window fabricator, has marked five years working with industry marketing specialists Purplex by signing a new contract. Roseview’s turnover has quadrupled during the last five years with Purplex, and as marketing manager Mike Bygrave explains, the strong ROI delivered...

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By Insight Data Ltd, 12/08/2016

Insight Data, the leading prospect data supplier for the construction and fenestration industry, has expanded its Local Builders database to include renewable energy installers. The revised database now includes local builders, roofing contractors, home improvement companies and renewable energy...

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By Vista Panels, 09/08/2016

Hot on the heels of the state-of-the-art CNC machine they acquired earlier this year, fast-growing composite door experts Vista have made another substantial investment, this time in a brand new edgebander. Edgebanders are used to apply a uPVC strip around the edge of a composite door, significantly boosting their thermal...

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By CDW Systems Limited, 09/08/2016

Research from Technavio has revealed the global aluminium extrusion market is expected to grow at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of more than 6% during the period 2016 – 2020. The Global Aluminium Market 2016 – 2020 Report predicts rapid growth in this market during the forecast period due...

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By Caldwell Hardware UK Ltd, 03/08/2016

A MP has visited the UK headquarters of a global hardware manufacturer to discuss the implications of Brexit and hear about the firm’s plans for the future. Coventry South MP Jim Cunningham met with senior staff at Caldwell’s UK headquarters before taking a tour of the factory. The...

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By Warwick North West, 03/08/2016

Following on from a bumper month for its bifold builder, thriving Liverpool based fabricator Warwick North West has received a deluge of positive feedback from customers using the easy-to-use online application for the first time. Specifically designed to significantly speed up the quoting and purchasing...

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By Sternfenster, 01/08/2016

PVC-U and aluminium trade fabricator, Sternfenster, is now offering the new R7 and R8 flush sash systems from the recently launched Residence Collection, as well as the R9 open out flush door sash, the company has announced. The Lincoln-based fabricator is a major supplier of Residence 9 windows and doors...

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By Winkhaus UK Ltd, 01/08/2016

A series of short video animations produced by Winkhaus are showcasing how the hardware specialist’s market leading automatic multipoint locks, the AV2 and its variants, deliver superior security while responding to a whole array of end-user needs. The productions can be seen on the company’s...

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