Industry News and Stories for September 2023

By Edgetech UK, 29/09/2023

Edgetech Managing Director Chris Alderson analyses the fast-approaching Future Home Standard, and what it could mean for British glass and glazing. UK glazing has done a fantastic job of adapting to one of the most turbulent periods in living memory for the industry. It’s overcome the chaos...

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By Victorian Sliders, 29/09/2023

Steve Winslet, Group Managing Director of Victorian Sliders, comments on the state of the market. There’s no doubt that, for the construction sector, 2023 is proving harder than 2022 – if not any year since the pandemic began. Anecdotally, many in glass and glazing are...

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By Window Ware , 29/09/2023

With the growing popularity of aluminium profile systems, not just in commercial glazing applications but in domestic settings too, leading independent fenestration hardware provider, Window Ware, is on a mission to support the growing number of fabricators - from start-ups to well-established manufacturers...

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By Edgetech UK, 29/09/2023

Edgetech, a proud part of the Quanex family, has conducted a survey exploring how its employees view working at the company. Taking place in May and June, the exercise asked staff members from across the business a series of questions to assess their engagement with the company and its developments. The...

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By Glazing Summit, 29/09/2023

A memorable evening awaits at this year’s Glazing Summit’s Gala Dinner, with an inspirational after-dinner speaker and after-party with a charity casino set to be two of the highlights. Held in the Edgbaston Banqueting Suite on the evening of the Glazing Summit, the Gala Dinner, which also features...

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By Production Software Technology , 27/09/2023

Leading PVCu systems company Liniar, a subsidiary of Quanex, has significantly streamlined its manufacturing processes thanks to a unique software solution from leading provider PST. The industry giant employs...

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By AT Precision Ltd, 26/09/2023

Leading hardware supplier AT Precision has announced the installation of a new state-of-the-art extrusion line at its premises. In addition to 18 dyes, the new machine totals a £370,000 investment, and is capable of extruding 250kg of material per...

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By Direct Trade Windows, 25/09/2023

In today’s fast paced consumer landscape, customers have grown accustomed to exceptionally high levels of service, largely thanks to industry giants such as Amazon Prime. This paradigm shift has raised the bar for service expectations across various sectors, and even in industries such as fenestration...

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By Production Software Technology , 25/09/2023

Leading software solution provider PST has upgraded its unique streamlined contract management system to incorporate an e-ordering feature, significantly enhancing user experience for its customers. Launched earlier this year, CAST is a cloud-based...

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By Supalite, 22/09/2023

Preston-based conservatory roof replacement specialist, SupaLite, is proud to announce it has recently invested heavily in one of its original sites to create a dedicated orangery and glazed roofing system facility. The Croft Street site has been completely...

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By Edgetech UK, 22/09/2023

Edgetech (a Quanex company) has always prized quality and customer service as the two cornerstones of their business. Before the pandemic, one area where Edgetech offered outstanding customer service was through its regular customer quality production reviews – compulsory for members of its well-respected...

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By Glazing Summit, 22/09/2023

Leading London economist, Edward Johnstone, will give an exclusive keynote at the 2023 Glazing Summit and reveal the economic outlook for the glazing industry. Edward is Co-Chief Investment Officer at Arbuthnot Latham private wealth bank and will bring his expertise to the glazing industry in the keynote...

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By Purplex Marketing, 22/09/2023

Sherborne Windows, leading windows and doors specialists in Hampshire, have achieved incredible success in converting 90% of their website enquiries to leads following their partnership with leading full-service home improvement marketing agency Purplex. The...

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By Warwick North West., 20/09/2023

Leading trade fabricator Warwick North West has made the finals in an impressive four award categories, following a successful past 12 months for the Bootle-based company. Warwick is up for Employer of the Year in the Merseyside...

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By Warwick North West., 19/09/2023

Leading trade supplier Warwick North West has launched an innovative new website, enabling customers full access to information about the wide range of products the Bootle-based company has to offer. As a long established Eurocell uPVC fabricator...

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By Dekko Window Systems Ltd, 18/09/2023

Leading trade manufacturer Dekko Window Systems has been named a finalist in the prestigious Scale-Up Awards. The PVC and aluminium fabricator has been nominated for the Manufacturing Excellence Award...

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By Glazing Summit, 18/09/2023

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By Premier Arches, 13/09/2023

Leading arched frame supplier Premier Arches has strengthened its workforce with the recent recruitment of seven new fabricators, bolstering both production and capacity, and spearheading business growth. With a team of nearly 40, the St Helens-based...

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By Newton Waterproofing, 13/09/2023

Newton Waterproofing, the UK’s leading supplier of construction waterproofing products, will be exhibiting and sponsoring at this year’s Kent Construction EXPO. Held...

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By Vista Panels, 12/09/2023

Strength, endurance and stamina were all on show as the team at leading composite door manufacturer Vista Panels competed in Tough Mudder North West, all in aid of a very worthy cause. Completing the gruelling obstacle course in just an hour and 54 minutes...

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By Production Software Technology , 11/09/2023

Leading software solution provider PST is celebrating six successful years of serving renowned tiled conservatory roof supplier SupaLite, having significantly streamlined the company’s manufacturing processes. Since...

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By Renson UK, 06/09/2023

Renson UK National Sales Manager Martin Daniels explains how honest testing isn’t always as transparent as it should be… When specifying louvres for architectural projects, it’s imperative that the products selected are of the highest quality. At Renson UK...

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By Renson UK, 06/09/2023

Ventilation louvre specialist Renson UK has experienced a surge in demand for its market-leading products following a series of transformations within the Maidstone-based firm. These changes, strategically undertaken to...

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By Direct Trade Windows, 04/09/2023

Leading aluminium trade fabricator Direct Trade Windows has formed a strategic partnership with façade design studio CladUp Design, marking a significant milestone for both companies as they join...

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