Industry News and Stories for September 2022

By Dekko Window Systems Ltd, 29/09/2022

Following an extremely successful 12 months, leading trade fabricator Dekko Window Systems has been shortlisted in the G-Awards. As a finalist for ‘Fabricator of the Year’, Dekko has been recognised...

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By Glazing Summit, 29/09/2022

Barclays Chief Economist will give his outlook for the glazing industry following the recent tax-cutting budget. William Hobbs will be giving a fascinating keynote speech at this year’s Glazing Summit, which takes place on Tuesday, October 18 at Edgbaston Stadium. Chancellor of the...

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By Augmented Reality Creations, 28/09/2022

Tech startup Augmented Reality Creations (ARC) have been named as finalists in the Tech South West Awards, in recognition of ARC Design, a ground-breaking...

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By Hurst Doors, 28/09/2022

Hurst Doors, one of the UK’s largest PVC-U door panel and composite door manufacturers, is launching an Installation of the Month competition commencing October. Prize winners will receive a year’s free subscription to the retail version of the Hurst Composite Door Designer, worth £399...

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By Euramax Solutions, 27/09/2022

Fast-growing Euramax Solutions, one of Britain’s most respected specialist window manufacturers, is celebrating after being named a finalist in the 2022 G Awards. The Yorkshire-based firm is in the running to win the prestigious Fabricator of the Year category. Despite...

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By Vanquish Hardware Protection, 23/09/2022

Vanquish Hardware Protection has been named Manufacturing Business of the Year at the Business Leader Awards 2023. The leading UK manufacturer of precision Intumescent kits for rebated hardware in timber fire door assemblies, impressed the team of independent judges with its huge investment, rapid growth...

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By Glazing Summit, 23/09/2022

Guests at this year’s Glazing Summit Dinner will be left inspired – with legendary athlete Kriss Akabusi MBE taking to the stage to deliver a high-energy after-dinner speech as only he can. The former Olympian is one of the most sought-after...

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By Glazing Summit, 23/09/2022

Dekko Window Systems’ Sales Director Kurt Greatrex has said the Glazing Summit will be the perfect place to launch the company’s latest game-changing product. The leading trade supplier has...

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By Supalite, 23/09/2022

In addition to offering high-quality replacement roof products, tiled-roof specialists SupaLite, are committed to delivering the best customer service. And one company that’s truly benefitted from this great service for over two years is

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By Glazing Summit, 21/09/2022

Momentum has gone into overdrive for the Glazing Summit, with organisers revealing that, at the time of writing, 50% of the tickets sold were in the last seven days alone. The flagship industry conference takes place at Edgbaston Stadium, Birmingham on Tuesday, October 18 and will again feature 20-plus industry...

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By Shelforce, 21/09/2022

Leading Birmingham window and door manufacturer Shelforce is a finalist for Diversity Champion at the Scale-Up Awards 2022. The company, which specialises in providing high-quality PVCu and aluminium products to local authority building projects, working closely with Birmingham City Council, has an...

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By Vista Panels, 16/09/2022

Leading composite door manufacturer Vista Panels Ltd has strengthened its sales team with the appointment of a new Business Development Manager. Andy Meakin is a well-known industry figure, having spent over two decades working for several high-profile...

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By Premier Arches, 16/09/2022

Following a record breaking year, arched and angled frame specialists Premier Arches has been named a finalist in the prestigious Scale-Up Awards. The St Helens-based...

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By Window Ware , 15/09/2022

A major industry survey carried out by leading independent hardware distributor Window Ware has revealed that almost three quarters of businesses grew in the last 18 months. Of that 73%, more than half (54%) grew between 1-24% and over a third (38%) grew between 26-50%. The investigation, put...

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By Glazing Summit, 14/09/2022

Winkhaus UK is the latest big name to come on board for the Glazing Summit. The leading hardware specialist is the lanyard sponsor for the annual one-day conference, which takes place on Tuesday, October 18 at Edgbaston Stadium, Birmingham. Winkhaus design, develop and produce high-quality...

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By Dekko Window Systems Ltd, 14/09/2022

With a continued commitment to helping its customers grow and reach new markets, leading trade fabricator Dekko Window Systems is proud to celebrate the 40th anniversary of one of its most loyal customers – Droylsden...

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By CDW Systems Limited, 14/09/2022

Leading aluminium fabricator CDW Systems has been recognised for its contribution towards a greener and more sustainable future. The Gloucester-based business, along with its sister company Clearway Doors & Windows, received an award from its main profile supplier Technal UK (Hydro Building Systems). Having...

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By Glazing Summit, 09/09/2022

William Hobbs, Chief Investment Officer for Barclays Wealth Management & Investments, has been announced as the latest keynote speaker at the Glazing Summit. William, who has a Masters in international business and economics from the University of London, leads the team focused on investment strategy...

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By Premier Arches, 09/09/2022

Thanks to excellent product quality matched with unwavering customer service, leading arched and angle frame manufacturer Premier Arches has maintained a long list of fabricators wanting to benefit from the company’s unique product offering, one of which is

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By Edgetech UK, 09/09/2022

Greater efficiency, better quality and a raft of new customers are just some of the benefits respected IGU manufacturers Sapphire Glass Merchants have enjoyed after investing in automated Super Spacer® application technology. At the end of 2021, the Hinckley-based firm acquired a refurbished...

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By Direct Trade Windows, 06/09/2022

Following a challenging period for the industry, leading trade supplier Direct Trade Windows has achieved a recent £2 million turnover, marking the past 12 months its most successful yet. Director AJ Hassanali attributes the success to increased...

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By Glazing Summit, 06/09/2022

Excitement is building for the Glazing Summit with the announcement of this year’s packed agenda. Taking place on Tuesday, October 18 at Edgbaston Stadium, Birmingham, the industry’s leading one-day conference is expected to attract more...

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By AT Precision Ltd, 05/09/2022

Leading aluminium bi-fold hardware supplier AT Precision has invested £110K in new machinery, in a bid to ramp up production and keep up with growing demand. The Durham-based company has bought in a CNC vertical machining centre, an 8-head tapping...

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