Industry News and Stories for September 2016

By Roseview Windows, 22/09/2016

Already enjoying one of the most successful years in its recent history, there’s now more cause for celebration at specialist sash window fabricator Roseview, as it’s been announced they’ve been nominated for not one but two G Awards. The respected firm, which has built an impressive...

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By Caldwell Hardware UK Ltd, 22/09/2016

Global hardware manufacturer Caldwell UK Ltd is up for ‘Component Supplier of the Year’ at the G Awards in November. The Coventry based business based its application around its commitment to innovation in the last twelve months; and how it has grabbed smart technology and home automation by...

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By Purplex Marketing, 15/09/2016

With imported building products becoming more expensive in the aftermath of Brexit, it’s no wonder that some experts have predicted a rise in construction costs by up to 12%. But as imports are becoming less competitive, could some British manufacturers profit from it? Andrew Scott, MD of full-service...

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By Purplex Marketing, 15/09/2016

Purplex, the full-service marketing agency for the building products industry, has secured an additional 5,000 ft2 office space after parent company, the Ascot Group, confirmed a £1million investment programme. The new 3 storey HQ will add to the firm's existing offices near Bristol...

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By Insight Data Ltd, 15/09/2016

Pilkington United Kingdom Limited, part of the NSG Group, is collaborating with Insight Data to receive data and market intelligence on the UK glazing industry. The world-renowned glass manufacturer will use Salestracker, Insight Data’s online database, to provide essential...

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By Purplex Marketing, 15/09/2016

Purplex, the full-service marketing agency for the construction and home improvement industries, has implemented the next stage of its ambitious growth strategy with the appointment of two new directors. Oli Ballard, who has been with Purplex for five years and is an experienced PR professional, becomes...

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By Newview Windows and Conservatories, 14/09/2016

Newview Windows & Conservatories has appointed Jamie Couchman as Estimator. Jamie joins the six strong department and will be responsible for researching and costing windows, doors and curtain walling for existing clients and to help Newview win new commercial contracts. Based in Worthing...

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By Pure Comms, 14/09/2016

South West Telecoms and IT firm Pure Comms has made a number of internal changes and a high-profile appointment to form a new board of directors. CEO, Rob Vivian, heads the board, which also includes Chairman Julian Telling, Finance Director Richard Corser and Technical Director Harry Bishop. Also...

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By Astraseal, 14/09/2016

Astraseal is lending its support to Fire Door Safety Week, a yearly initiative that seeks to raise awareness of the critical role of fire doors, and educate the public about the crucial importance of fire safety in the home. Fire Door Safety Week runs from Monday 26th September to Friday 2nd...

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By CDW Systems Limited, 14/09/2016

CDW Systems is celebrating yet another record trading year, with the company posting an increase in sales of 15% between August 2015 and August 2016. This is compared to previous twelve months up to August 2015 and follows year on year growth at the firm, for the last seven years. Jerry Webb, Managing...

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By Vista Panels, 08/09/2016

Continuing the video marketing campaign that’s the first of its kind in the industry, composite door specialists Vista have released a new clip, this time focusing on its easy to use online ordering platform. The new video showcases how Vista’s trade clients can use the handy online application...

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By Dempsey Dyer Ltd, 08/09/2016

Respected fabricator Dempsey Dyer has strengthened its uPVC offering with the launch of the new Heritage Flush Sash window from Deceuninck, further capitalising on the premium ‘timber look’ market place it first entered over 4 years ago with the Beaumont Window. Revealed at this year’s...

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By Newview Windows and Conservatories, 05/09/2016

A new report has revealed that business owners in the glazing industry are optimistic for the future despite uncertainty surrounding the economy following Brexit. The State of the Economy and Construction Market Report 2016 provides an insight into the current landscape of the glazing and construction...

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By TWR Bifolds Ltd, 05/09/2016

A manufacturer of aluminium bi-folding doors recently recorded a record week of trading. TWR Bifolds hit an unprecedented sixty four aluminium bi-folding doors in one week, with the record trading period coming in August - which is historically a less busy month for the firm. Terry Richardson...

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By Roseview Windows, 02/09/2016

Respected sash window fabricator Roseview is marking the retirement of a long-serving member of senior staff, finance director Mike Neal, who is leaving after eight years at the company. Roseview’s chairman Steve Bygrave described how Mike came to work at the business, and the role he’s played...

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By Newview Windows and Conservatories, 01/09/2016

When you’ve been operating in the industry for a decade you’re bound to have an anecdote or two, but the team at Newview Windows & Conservatories recently experienced what could possibly be an oddly unique incident. The Newview fitting team were working on a property in London installing...

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By Sternfenster, 01/09/2016

In line with its commitment to constantly improve customer support, streamline production, further reduce lead times and add more product choice for its trade customers, Lincoln-based Sternfenster has invested over £4million this year. A substantial part of the investment was directed at a brand...

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By Insight Data Ltd, 01/09/2016

Roto Frank, one of the worldwide leading hardware technology suppliers for windows and doors as well as a major supplier for roof windows and loft ladders, has chosen to partner with Insight Data. The international hardware giant will use Salestracker, the only database system with real-time technology...

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