Industry News and Stories for September 2014

By Sternfenster, 17/09/2014

Lincolnshire’s largest and longest established fabricator, Sternfenster, has recently made a strategic appointment as it embarks on its next stage of growth. Steve Lane is a well-known figure in the industry, and has taken up the role of National Sales Manager. Sternfenster Managing Director, Mike...

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By Hanley Trade Frames, 22/09/2014

A leading Spectus fabricator has reported a surge in sales for its PVC-u bi-folding door, according the company’s managing director. Steve Thomas, managing director of Stoke based Hanley Trade Frames, says the number of installers looking to capitalise on the growth of bi-folding doors in the domestic market is...

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By The Window Outlet, 16/09/2014

A new aluminium fabricator has opened for business at the beginning of September and it looks like they’re off to a great start. The Window Outlet is a Bristol based company recently established by long-time industry insiders Ben Warren and Clive Uppington. The new venture has already attracted plenty...

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By Padiham Glass Ltd, 30/09/2014

One of the UK’s leading independent manufacturers of high performance insulating glass units, insulating spandrel panels and suppliers of processed furniture glass for both the commercial and domestic markets, Padiham Glass Ltd has recently returned to CENSolutions for its wide range of certification services. Padiham...

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By Roseview Windows, 29/09/2014

A forward thinking, specialist uPVC sash window fabricator has launched a component designed to make their products look even more like timber.  Buckinghamshire based Roseview Windows, creators of G-13 New Product of the Year the Ultimate Rose, are now offering REHAU’s ultra slim mullion, enhancing the...

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By Solidor Ltd, 24/09/2014

Following the success of its 'Installer of the Month' compeition, Solidor has launched a new competition to run alongside it. Whereas the Installer of the Month competition rewards the installer which sends in the most Solidor images that month, Solidor of the Month will be awarded to the installer...

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By Insight Data Ltd, 23/09/2014

Insight Data and Purplex Marketing recently raised funds for the charity Genetic Disorders UK. Staff participated in Jeans for Genes day on Friday 19th September. The team wore jeans, with some even rocking double denim 80s style, to raise money for Genetic Disorders UK. One in 25...

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By Truemans Ltd, 23/09/2014

Trade counter Truemans Windows have rolled out a new online ordering system and its popularity is already sky rocketing. Since the system went live, in August, over 250 customers have requested unique login details, by getting in touch with their local Truemans branch. The trade counter stirred up anticipation...

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By CDW Systems Limited, 19/09/2014

The continued growth of the aluminium sector has led a specialist fabricator to ring the changes on the factory floor. Gloucester based CDW Systems is adding a second shift at its factory and has gone on a recruitment drive to cope with demand. CDW Systems’ MD Jerry Webb comments: “The...

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By Purplex Marketing, 18/09/2014

As part of its 10th anniversary celebrations this year, Purplex Marketing has agreed sponsorship of the after-dinner gift at this year’s G14 Awards, held at the Hilton Hotel, Park Lane, London on 21st November. Purplex...

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By Vista Panels, 17/09/2014

Following on from their 2013 investment of an edgebander, beam saw and paint spray booth, Merseyside based Vista has recently purchased an additional saw, welder and corner cleaner, further strengthening their position as one of the UK’s leading composite door and PVC-u panel manufacturers. The...

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By Dekko Window Systems Ltd, 16/09/2014

Dekko Window Systems, the leading Lancashire based fabricator, has further enhanced the authenticity of its Residence 9 window with the launch of the new Radlington chunky cill. Measuring 55mm, the dimensions of this cill are akin to that of a 19th Century timber casement window, making the product look even...

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By Conservatory Outlet, 11/09/2014

Yorkshire based fabricator Conservatory Outlet has recently made two new board level appointments that reinforce the company’s commitment to its dealer network and strategically prepare it for the next stage of growth. Ian Hayes and Neil Booth have joined the company as Network Development Director...

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By Insight Data Ltd, 11/09/2014

Following ambitious plans for growth over the next few years, Insight Data has appointed Michaela Cooke as Head of Research. Michaela was previously employed as a researcher for Insight, updating the UK Fenestration database. In her new role Michaela oversees the research team, monitoring calls and quality...

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By Cotswold Architectural Products Ltd, 10/09/2014

A world-leading international friction stay supplier recently completed the second stage of an ambitious investment programme. Cotswold Architectural Products has re-vamped its main factory and gone on a recruitment drive. The Cheltenham based manufacturer recently reported that sales...

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By Conservatory Outlet, 10/09/2014

Successfully launched only three months ago, Conservatory Outlet’s solid roof has already proved very popular with its dealer network. Over 50 units have been produced, placing the Yorkshire-based fabricator well on track to reach its first target for solid roofs, of 10 units per week. Always on the...

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By LB Group, 09/09/2014

Following strong sales in the first half of the year, a roof window supplier has welcomed two new team members. LB Roof Windows has strengthened its sales team with the addition of Karen Overton and Ana Pilling. They’ve joined shortly after the roof window supplier has announced a 30 per cent increase...

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By MWD Trade Frames, 09/09/2014

One leading South West fabricator is normally used to supplying its windows and doors for residential and commercial projects. But a recent project has seen MWD Trade Windows & Doors supply a number of Irish Oak ‘A’ rated windows for a high-end tree house. MWD worked with Ben...

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By Solidor Ltd, 03/09/2014

Solidor have just launched Solidor TV on their consumer-facing website, with three videos covering security, the ‘Sounds Like a Solidor’ campaign and the recent ‘Solidor’s 7 Step Journey’, showing the process from enquiry through to installation. The TV channel within...

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By Insight Data Ltd, 02/09/2014

The General Builders database from data experts Insight Data has reached a landmark 13,000 unique email addresses. The database contains detailed information on over 21,000 small and independent builders installing products such as windows, doors, roofline, conservatories and extensions. Builders...

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By Spectus Systems Ltd, 02/09/2014

This summer Spectus Window Systems is celebrating 15 years in partnership with Manchester-based fabricator and installer, Tyldesley Windows. The systems company marked the occasion with a presentation plaque; received by managing director and founder of Tyldesley Windows, Mike Potts. First established...

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