Industry News and Stories for March 2016

By Consumer Protection Association, 31/03/2016

*Not all figures will add up to 100% because there was the option to answer n/a for some questions. Installers expect to win business, and are widely confident about the industry, in 2016 and expect consumer spending to continue to increase. However, issues such as skills shortages...

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By Insight Data Ltd, 31/03/2016

Finding new customers is a time consuming and expensive process, especially when thousands of companies and key contacts are changing details every month. Now Insight Data has released the latest version of its online prospect database, Salestracker, and promises even better sales and marketing results. Salestracker...

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By TWR Bifolds Ltd, 29/03/2016

Bi-fold door specialist TWR Bifolds is delighted to announce that is has added an innovative new aluminium system to its product range. The company will now be manufacturing Synseal’s WarmCore system. WarmCore is an innovative aluminium folding sliding door system, which incorporates a radically...

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By Dempsey Dyer Ltd, 29/03/2016

Only install uPVC or aluminium? You could be missing a trick, says the MD of a one of the UK’s largest timber and uPVC fabrication businesses. Following news that the UK timber market grew 17.1% (according to the latest Palmer Market Report), Peter Dyer, managing director of Dempsey Dyer, thinks more...

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By Solidor Ltd, 29/03/2016

Most installers take their cues from manufacturers or other installers about what is legal to sell and install. If a door manufacturer, for example, says its door is fit for purpose, then it must be. If other installers sell and install it, it must be OK. But that’s a risky assumption. In consumer law, installers are...

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By Sliders UK, 24/03/2016

Sliders UK has been listed as one of the London Stock Exchange Group’s ‘1,000 Companies to Inspire Britain’. The high profile study, provides a listing of what the LSE describes as the ‘UK’s most exciting and dynamic small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)’. Sliders...

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By Dekko Window Systems Ltd, 24/03/2016

Dekko Window Systems, the Lancashire based fabricator behind the highly-regarded Räum range of premium-quality doors, is launching its latest innovation in the form of Räum Infinity, a new selection of uPVC windows and doors featuring smooth timber-style joints.  The range is manufactured...

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By CDW Systems Limited, 24/03/2016

To get a feel for what the future of windows and doors looks like in the UK, it is never a bad idea to attend Fensterbau every other year in Germany. It is the biggest glazing trade show in Europe and as well as the good beer it showcases the next generation of products, some of which will be hitting the UK market sooner...

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By Total Hardware, 24/03/2016

National supplier for the trade, Total Hardware, has seen sales jump an impressive 50% in just 12 months as a result of its long-running collaboration with leading manufacturer, Walsall-based Trojan. Focusing on the actual needs of the window and door industry, the two companies have created a unique proposition...

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By Astraseal, 24/03/2016

Astraseal, the Wellingborough based uPVC and aluminium trade fabricator, have announced they can now manufacture windows and doors with Modus, Eurocell’s ‘game changing’ new profile system. The result of a £3m investment by Eurocell, the various Modus options boast the look...

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By Clip Exhibition and Display, 24/03/2016

Clip Exhibition and Display, a Bristol-based international leader in the design and build of exhibition stands, recently supported three of its clients at the British Educational Training and Technology Show 2016. Taking place from the 25th to the 28th January at London’s ExCel Centre, the annual...

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By Leads 2 Trade, 22/03/2016

Leads2trade, the UK’s number one home improvement lead generation business, has teamed up with retail finance group OmniCapital to offer its members a new finance deal that has been dubbed as ‘game changing’. OmniCapital is well-known in the financial services sector, having been the...

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By Purplex Marketing, 18/03/2016

A fast growing aluminium trade fabricator has reappointed industry marketing specialists Purplex to help spearhead growth over the next 12 months. The Window Outlet, who are based in Bristol, had no hesitation in signing a new agreement with Purplex...

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By Insight Data Ltd, 18/03/2016

Insight Data, the specialist data provider for the window industry, has expanded its call centre to handle an increased demand for its telemarketing service. The company provides specialist outbound telemarketing services for lead generation, product and service promotion, market research and customer...

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By Warwick North West, 17/03/2016

Fast-growing fabricator Warwick North West has become a high-profile signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant scheme. The initiative aims to encourage individuals, organisations and society as a whole to support people who have served in the forces as they return to civilian life – including by encouraging...

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By National Plastics (UPVC Distributors Ltd), 17/03/2016

National Plastics, the UK’s largest independent trade counter network has just got even bigger, with the company opening a new store in Plymouth. The new depot continues an unprecedented period of growth for National Plastics. Managing Director, Geoff Foster says, “Our long-term plan is to...

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By Solidor Ltd, 08/03/2016

Now just 5 weeks away, we are in the process of making last minute preparations for our third appearance at the forthcoming Fabricator Installer Trade (FIT) Show. Taking place from 12-14th April at the International Centre in Telford, Solidor will be occupying TWO exhibition stands, so we have plenty to showcase. We...

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By Insight Data Ltd, 07/03/2016

Every month thousands of construction projects gain planning approval, providing a lucrative stream of new business opportunities for commercial and domestic suppliers. It also creates a flurry of activity as contractors and building product suppliers bombard the architect or specifier responsible for the project...

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By Pure Comms, 04/03/2016

Many businesses across the UK rely on cloud-based services for the day-to-day running of their operations, but they could be taking a gamble by storing too much information in the cloud. This is the view of Rob Vivian, managing director of telecoms provider Pure Comms, who says too many businesses are guilty...

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By LB Group, 04/03/2016

With new-build homes failing to deliver the space British families need, 2016 will see even more homeowners expanding their current properties, rather than move. Garden extensions, garage, loft, and even cellar conversions will keep the local builders and contractors busy, with some home improvement products such...

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By Consumer Protection Association, 03/03/2016

Directors at the Consumer Protection Association (CPA) say recent figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) that shows homeowners have more disposable income compared to previous years, spells good news for its members.   Figures from the ONS revealed a recovery in household...

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By TWR Bifolds Ltd, 03/03/2016

A long-serving trailblazer in the glass and glazing industry is celebrating another major business milestone. Family run bi-folding door specialists TWR Bifolds have acquired a 25,000 sq ft site that will become its second factory. The new site in Peterlee, Country Durham, represents a major...

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By Solidor Ltd, 02/03/2016

Solidor is the first to offer Ultion’s free £1,000 guarantee. Launched by Brisant Secure, the maker of Ultion, the high security cylinder door lock, the 10 year guarantee is now available to homeowners buying a Solidor composite door. Every Ultion key will have an attached key fob that explains...

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By Astraseal, 01/03/2016

A leading trade fabricator has announced they will be investing more resources into helping their trade customers grow this year. Wellingborough based Astraseal already have a very comprehensive installer support service; including one of the best technical back up teams in the industry;  but are adding to this...

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By Leads 2 Trade, 01/03/2016

A recent consumer survey has revealed that the majority of consumers (60%) are still looking to invest in their properties and confidence in the economy hasn’t waned. These encouraging statistics come from the latest major consumer survey carried out by Leads2trade, the UK’s number one supplier...

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