Industry News and Stories for November 2012

By Sun Trade Windows, 30/11/2012

As one of the leading fabricators across the South, Sun Trade Windows have recently strengthened their presence throughout the region with the appointment of Emmett Sincock as their new Area Sales Representitive for Wales, and the promotion of Matthew Davies to Regional Sales Manager for the South West. Having...

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By First Degree Systems Ltd, 29/11/2012

  Window Designer 7, the sophisticated software solution from First Degree Systems, is now available online ‘in the cloud’. This means, for a small monthly fee, fabricators can log-on and access any module from Window Designer 7 from any internet enabled computer anywhere at any-time...

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By Sash (UK) Ltd, 29/11/2012

  One of Sash UK’s longest standing customers celebrates its 30th anniversary this month. Hallmark Windows (Harrogate)...

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By Insight Data Ltd, 28/11/2012

Despite the fragile economy, the recent Fabricator and Installer Report from data experts Insight Data has highlighted growth within the industry, with Scotland turning up trumps as the area with the highest increase in window companies outside of London. Research carried out by Insight Data revealed the...

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By Sash (UK) Ltd, 28/11/2012

    When it was announced that a major home improvements show was to be launched in the North East of Scotland, the first of its kind, Thistle Windows and Conservatories knew...

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By Sun Trade Windows, 27/11/2012

Sun Trade Windows have recently announced the introduction of their new and distinctive range of garage doors, expanding their already comprehensive range of products. For residential projects, choosing the garage door can be one of the most important parts of the development. The new range of garage doors...

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By Solidor Ltd, 26/11/2012

  Often companies are tempted to boast their environmental credentials without little evidence, yet Solidor’s own ‘Green Promise’ is already apparent with the production of bowls, candleholders, briquettes and pallets from recycled off-cuts.

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By Purplex Marketing, 22/11/2012

Purplex Marketing, the specialist PR and marketing agency for the window industry, has announced the appointment of Sarah Coward as Group Marketing Manager. Sarah joins Purplex after a career spanning digital and direct marketing...

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By Leads 2 Trade, 21/11/2012

Leads2trade, the company behindthe Trusted Local Suppliers Network, has released a video to explain how installers can benefit from the Green Deal. Just over a month ago Leads2trade also launched its TLS Green Deal Network which saw them team up with Green Deal funders to give installers access to work that...

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By Insight Data Ltd, 19/11/2012

Specialist industry data supplier Insight Data has announced it has smashes the 50,000 barrier on email contacts across the Insight database. This includes the largest fabricator and installer base in the UK - now at over 13,000 email contacts, over 16,000 architects' emails, over 10,000 email addresses...

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By Build Check Ltd, 16/11/2012

Distinction Doors has teamed up with Build Check to give customers the latest information on the changes for CE Marking. From 1 July 2013 most standard composite doors will require a CE Mark under new European Legislation. Two seminars were held in Birmingham and Manchester for over 100 customers to find out what CE Marking...

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By Sun Trade Windows, 16/11/2012

  REHAU fabricator Sun Trade Windows has announced the opening of its eleventh branch across the south of the UK in Porthcawl, South Wales. This is a clear signal of intent from the company which is continuing its ambitious expansion plans even whilst competitors in...

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By Spectus Systems Ltd, 15/11/2012

A PR campaign from window systems company Spectus has been shortlisted for this year’s prestigious Construction Marketing Awards. Delivered in conjunction with Refresh PR, the multi-media campaign aimed to dispel the myths surrounding PVC-U and has been nominated in the ‘Best Use of Press...

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By Insight Data Ltd, 14/11/2012

  Insight Data, the specialist data supplier for the fenestration and building industry, has identified a number of new trends in its recent Fabricator and Installer Report, including a significant shift in suppliers diversifying into new markets. With every company on the hunt for new...

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By Dempsey Dyer Ltd, 13/11/2012

  Lister Trade Frames is the latest company to add Dempsey Dyer’s inimitable ‘timber look’ Beaumont Window to its suite of products. Launched earlier this year the ‘Beaumont’ is...

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By Spectus Systems Ltd, 07/11/2012

The market-leading Spectus Vertical Slider now boasts a new weather bar, offering authentic period aesthetics. The ovolo shaped weather bar replicates the sashes and outer frame, and is the latest in a series of design features developed to create an authentic sash window appearance. Other...

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By Selecta Systems Limited, 06/11/2012

Selecta Systems has launched a new patio door in its Ready to Fit range.This addition complements its already popular composite door and bi-folding door available in the range. "Installers need more products than before," explains Mark Richmond, sales and marketing director at Selecta Systems...

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By Lister Trade Frames Ltd, 05/11/2012

  While the latest statistics for Manufacturing and Construction in the UK seem to be mixed at best, Lister Trade Frames have been seeing some remarkable growth this year, breaking records across their business. The headlines may read that the British economy is now out of recession, but...

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