NFA Digital October 22

NFA NEWS

Let us entertain you!

Our 2022 winners’ event will feature hours of varied entertainment - all sponsored by FENEX! It’s being held at Doncaster Racecourse on November 5th 2022 - and it’s the final flat race of the season!

We’ll be in prime place in the Hilton Garden Suite, ready to see all 7 races while enjoying networking and our three-course meal, afternoon tea and sponsored bar. After the race card has finished, we’ll have tea followed by the NFA Winners’ presentations. With horseracing and a live band - Helter Skelter, the entertainment will last for almost 12 hours, so what are you waiting for?

Helter Skelter are a highly recommended party bands who perform all types of songs from 60s songs to britpop. The live band will perform a high energy show featuring your favourite songs!

The day’s events will commence at 11:15 with a champagne reception and breakfast sandwiches. Followed by a programme of racing with the first

race starting at 12:20. The atmosphere is intense as racing can be viewed on the garden suite balcony, you won’t miss one piece of the action!

A full 3 course lunch will be served at 1pm, screens are also available in the room so you can continue backing your winners while you enjoy your food. Racing will end at 3:45pm and you will have time to collect your winnings before afternoon tea is served at 4:30pm.

At 5:30pm our guest presenter will start our awards presentation where all 2022 winners will be announced, trophies will be collected, and ideal photo opportunities will be available.

Then let the celebrations commence! Our live band will play a wide variety of songs from classic rock to 90s britpop so don’t forget your dancing shoes! We’d like to thank FENEX for sponsoring our entertainment, more information about their 2023 show can be found here.

CONTENTS

THIS MONTHS KEY ARTICLES

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GLASSWIN PROVIDES UNIQUE ALUMINIUM FRONT DOORS

Glasswin, offers trade fabricators and installers exceptional aluminium doors in 9 different series. With a focus on quality at prices to suit every budget.

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THE RESIDENCE COLLECTION ARE PROUD FINALISTS

The Residence Collection, is celebrating success after being nominated as a finalist in the Timber Alternative Company category at the Fenestration Awards.

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SHEERLINE’S S1 LANTERN ACHIEVES SBD ACCREDITATION

Sheerline’s award-winning aluminium S1 roof lantern has become one of the most secure roof lanterns in the UK after achieving Secured by Design (SBD) accreditation.

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BERECO ANNOUNCE INDUSTRY-LEADING ACCREDITATIONS

Bereco have just announced the successful passing of their annual BlueSky certification audit.

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CNC RECYCLING – GOING PAPERLESS CNC Recycling are delighted to have introduced a new paperless and digital waste transfer notes software system to support operational processes.

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DETAILS MATTER, SAY COASTAL

Manufacturers of high-quality hardware, Coastal Group believe that an often-overlooked element – the hardwarecan make all the difference in bringing your project to life.

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LEKA SYSTEMS ANNOUNCE MAJOR NEW APPOINTMENT

Leka Systems, the innovative manufacturer of lightweight tiled conservatory roof systems, has announced a major new appointment.

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WARNING – FAKE CSCS CARDS IN CIRCULATION

GQA Qualifications has identified a new style of fake CSCS card that is currently in circulation, granting access to construction sites.

CLIPPINGS & MUSINGS

All eyes seem to be on the building and construction sectors right now...

How the turmoil in the economy will affect business and home life when it comes to investments and bills? With so many stories of dire choices between food and heat we are all looking for positive indications.

For the housing market things have been boding well with the price of an average UK property rising by 8.3% in the 12 months to July 2022. Zoopla’s, Andrew Michael stated that a typical UK house now costs £256,900, which is an increase of £19,800 over the past year.

However, some consider house prices in the UK will fall by at least 10% next year, due to mortgage companies pulling deals and raising interest levels to heights not seen since the major financial crisis in 2008. Rising inflation and increasing costs could well mean property prices will fall, but Rightmove does not consider that house prices will crash, predicting they could remain 5% higher than they were at the end of 2021.

According to some mortgage specialists, house prices will rise by 5% this year, but these will probably stall and sales could fall to a 10 year low. For construction and ultimately fenestration, this will mean that homeowners will look to invest once again in their own homes until the market stabilises.

Despite prices bearing up against the current economic rollercoaster with low-mortgages, help-to-buy schemes and good employment levels all having previously bolstered the property ladder at entry level, this could all soon change.

For the glazing sector it bodes well however, as it would appear that housebuilding was one of the main forces behind growth in construction, although civil engineering projects have really gathered momentum in the commercial sector.

But the industry is yet to feel the full brunt of Brexit despite some advantages gained - such as control of our borders and waters; control of our own money (moving quickly on), helping us to regulate in a more proportionate way that works for our British businesses; All of these will continue to help us to put money back in our own pockets….. quite how we are now taxed on that is another story.

Ambitious Designs

The use of glass in construction and architecture continues to help create some of the world’s most impressive structures. Its use over the years really distinguishes it as a material like no other that not only

FROM HELEN DUVAL 2022

makes a building distinctive in appearance but which continues to have a vital involvement in the energy efficiency of buildings and the lives of its occupants.

As architects and specifiers still look to incorporate the use of glass in all types of domestic and commercial projects its rise in popularity as a material continues to grow. At more than 300 metres high, a new skyscraper is set to sit on the London skyline that will be almost as tall as The Shard. The 73-storey building was finally given approval after a 3 year planning war and will be the second tallest building in western Europe. Situated in London’s financial district at the address, 1 Undershaft, the building nicknamed ‘The Trellis’ will have a free public viewing gallery and it is claimed it will house London’s highest restaurant. The Aviva Tower will be demolished and The Trellis will then begin construction with completion set for some point in the 2020s.

After city councillors gave planning permission for Manchester’s new £110m arts centre, work began to renovate the old Granada Studios site back in 2017. With over 13,300 sq.metres dedicated to commissioning and producing different art forms including dance, theatre, music, opera, visual arts, popular culture and digital work, as well as international exhibitions and concerts, The Factory is considered a breakthrough and defining moment in Manchester’s history.

Over 1500 full time jobs are expected to be created with anticipation that this new international forum will bring £1.1 billion to Manchester’s economy over the next ten

years. It is considered that it will provide a cultural counterbalance to London as a genuine alternative venue that will provide access to the best world class culture that is available in the UK.

Construction on Manchester’s flagship arts venue designed by Rem Koolhaas was halted due to COVID-19 which naturally has delayed its opening. Additional costs and delays have resulted in The Factory now officially due to open in the Summer of 2023, although those backing the project believe that the venue will quickly break even.

Sir Richard Leese, Manchester Council Leader commented, “We’re extremely grateful to DCMS and Arts Council England for their continued support for The Factory and for the substantial award to help address the unforeseen additional costs and delays on the project due to Covid-19,” The finished structure will be an enormous, visually striking glass cube which is expected to provide a genuine boost to the arts, culture and technology in the north of the country.

Looking Forward

With all of us tightening our belts, bracing for a bitter winter, consumers seem keen to revitalise first generation structures, as well as adding space to their homes if their budget allows. Energy efficient glazing and new products coming to the market that are set to make life easier for the installer and cheaper for the end user, it will undoubtedly be a sector to watch over the coming months.

“Energy efficient glazing and new products are set to make life cheaper for the end user.”

GLASSWIN PROVIDES UNIQUE ALUMINIUM FRONT DOORS

Glasswin, offers trade fabricators and installers exceptional aluminium doors in 9 different series. With a focus on quality at prices to suit every budget, Director, CJ Kohli, launched these to provide the sector with a bespoke aluminium front doors that would create greater business options for customers.

With more than 20 years experience in the glass and window industry,CJ saw the need for an aluminium door that could suit every budget. As the majority of the front doors in the UK were either composite or upvc; to cater to a niche market that wanted a quality door and were ready to pay more for it; the Glasswin aluminium front doors were launched.

There are 9 different series that can be manufactured for modern or traditional projects in commercial or domestic installations. A couple of high-end door series are produced using Schuco and Reynaers profiles and accessories, while other mid-range and economy series are produced using the profiles developed by Glasswin along with Winkhaus or Gu Locking systems.

Depending on the project, the size of the door opening, the customer’s budget; doors can be manufactured in a variety of series ranging from 28mm door panels to 120mm thick flushed door leaf U value ranging 1.8 W/m2K to 0.69 W/m2K. The choice is vast.

Glasswin only manufactures aluminium front doors and provides the UK with the broadest choice, as no other manufacturer offers 9 different series to suit every budget. The company is not in competition with fabricators of windows and bifold and is keen to work alongside fabricators to help create more business options, with CJ and the team committed to helping them grow.

For fabricators interested in manufacturing their own aluminium panel doors, Glasswin is selling aluminium door panels at very affordable prices. The door panels are 28mm thick and have a 1.5mm thick aluminium sheet on either side. There are more than 45 modern designs - with grooves, glazing and stainless-steel trims; all options are available.

High Standards and Technical Understanding

In a sector where time is so important, the Glasswin team are all fully aware and trained on providing technical support to fitters and fabricators when it is needed. CJ wanted to ensure that the company could provide answers to technical queries in real-time without the need for time-consuming hold ups on a project.

For this reason, even the administration team all understand the technicalities of the Glasswin range, and can advise

fitters and fabricators regarding any queries, even while they are on site. CJ comments, “Every single member of the team can provide customers with the right solution. As a smaller company we can provide customer care faster than larger companies, whose teams may not understand the issues that could arise on an installation.This is something that is very much appreciated by our customers as we can talk to them while they are working on-site on the project. They can video call us from site and we can then technically assist them.”

Understanding the demands on fabricators and fitters, has been very much appreciated by Glasswin customers, as the team can communicate and answer any problems that may arise 24/7, 365 days of the year. This flexible approach to working with customers is threaded through the business. Discussions on individual projects and information on the key benefits the particular aluminium door provides, are handled prior to deliveries.

Likewise with quotes, Glasswin provides a second editable copy to all the fitters and fabricators that includes only the technical data with no prices on it. This can be used to further supply quotes to their own customers saving them so much time.

CJ carefully considered this niche market sector and looked at loopholes which previously put time restraints on fabricators and installers. He comments, “Our commitment to the trade is to provide solutions and to minimize hold ups along the line. Knowing many customers work over the weekend Glasswin is open on Saturday and Sunday until 9 o’clock in the evening via WhatsApp. We want to ensure that we can help whenever we are needed.

Customers can send a text or video call and can even provide us with a hand drawn query, which we will process. Glasswin is now looking ahead to provide new solutions to the aluminium front door market. Consequently, the company is now launching a new aluminium pivot front door that can be as high as 3.6 meters.

CJ concludes, “We want to ensure we have the right solutions for the market demands. With multiple options available we have the answer for any project requirements.”

For further information visit www.doorwin.co.uk or take a look at the Glasswin Front Doors YouTube Channel to discover more. You can also contact Glasswin at sales@ glasswin.co.uk

Whatever style, size or configuration of conservatory your customers require, Eurocell can supply the components to create the outdoor room of their dreams.

Our latest contemporary conservatory design uses a combination of our exclusive pilaster system, our slimline roof system and our modern highline gutter to create a conservatory for the 21st century.

Our bespoke conservatory solution enables you to fabricate any conservatory design, or you can choose from our range of classic styles, including Victorian, Edwardian, gable-ended and contemporary conservatories.

THE RESIDENCE COLLECTION

ARE PROUD FINALISTS IN THE FENESTRATION AWARDS AFTER CLAIMING A WINNING TITLE IN 2020

As well as improving its product range, The Residence Collection proved they are industry leaders with a reputation for modern technology. In July, new building regulations were introduced, which included a new standard for U-Values, which must now be 1.4 or less. Boasting a U-Value of 1.2 and lower, The Residence Collection has been meeting this requirement for over 10 years.

Gloucestershire based company, The Residence Collection, is celebrating success after being nominated as a finalist in the Timber Alternative Company category at the Fenestration Awards.

As a premium provider of timber alternative uPVC windows and doors, the brand takes an approach to architecture that is big on dreaming. Offering a range of window and door styles across three collections, The Residence Collection combines time-honoured traditional aesthetics with sleek contemporary design. Installed in modern homes and public buildings, as well as conservation areas and listed buildings across the UK, The Residence Collection proves its products are both unique and versatile.

Throughout the year, The Residence Collection has demonstrated that its timber alternative window collections, R2, R7, and R9 can meet the demands of contemporary architecture while using modern technology at its very best to ensure legislation and regulations are met.

At the start of the year, The Residence Collection launched 10 new colours, bringing its colour offering up to a total of 26 colours. Inspired by market trends, each of the 10 new colours, which range from muted palettes to dramatic tones, combine traditional design with modern aesthetics.

Out of the 10 colours, three have performed particularly well: Sage, which matches the Farrow and Ball aesthetic that dominates countryside kitchens; Clay, which is rich and earthy and is ideal for replicating traditional woodwork; and Noir, which is dark, moody and contrasting, achieving an impeccable blend of new and old.

Combined with their impeccable design and high standards of modern technology, The Residence Collection prove that their timber alternative windows really can stand the test of time, so it’s no surprise they are a finalist in the fenestration awards.

Jo Trotman, Marketing Manager at The Residence Collection commented: “We’re thrilled to be finalists in the Fenestration Awards. After winning an award in 2020 in the Timber Alternative Category, we’re very proud of the team here at The Residence Collection who have continued to make the business a success.

“2022 has been an exciting year which started with the launch of 10 brand new colours which have performed extremely well, and it’s great to see them transform buildings of architectural interest and homes across the country. We’re looking forward to the awards ceremony and wish every organisation involved the very best!”

To find out more about The Residence Collection, visit www.residencecollection.co.uk.

“We’re looking forward to the awards ceremony and wish every organisation involved the very best”

A window and door system designed to authentically replicate 19th Century timber designs. It can accommodate 28mm and 44mm glazing to create highly efficient glazed units that offer outstanding thermal and acoustic performance, with a WER rating of A++ and U-values as low as 0.74 w/m2K. Contact your local fabricator today.

 MFA BUILDING CONTROL APPROVED

 40 YEAR WARRANTY

 LIGHTWEIGHT GRP SYSTEM

 LEAD GENERATION SERVICE

NEW ANODISED FINISHES FROM GREENTEQ

Hardware manufacturer VBH, the company behind the greenteQ brand, has recently added two new colours to its suited range of residential door, patio door and window furniture.

In response to requests from customers, the popular Alpha resi-door handle set is now available in two anodised aluminium finishes.

This brings the number of available finishes to 12.

VBH describe greenteQ Alpha as a premium quality handle set for use with entrance doors and bi-fold doors. It features a number of benefits including sprung levers, thicker fixing bolts and a flange around the cylinder profile cut out. As a part of the greenteQ Suite, it is matched in colour and lever style to Alpha casement and tilt & turn handles, and Aspire lift/slide patio door handles.

Gary Gleeson, Marketing Manager at VBH says, “Alpha was originally launched in 8 painted and

plated finishes, before we added our Enduro and Antique Black options in 2019.

“A number of customers who buy these original finishes also have a need for gold and silver anodised finishes, and don’t like mixing handle styles to obtain these colours. We are happy to have used these requests as the catalyst to expand our colour range further.”

As components of the greenteQ Suite, the new anodised handles are covered by the greenteQ 10-year performance and surface guarantee, and are approved for use on Q-secure guaranteed installations. These installations are guaranteed against break-in, with up to £8000 available in compensation.

For more information on the new finishes, contact VBH on 01634 263263, email info@vbhgb.com or send them a Tweet @vbhgb.

TO FABRICATE OR INSTALL CALL

THE BEST JUST GOT BETTER

The best looking lantern on the market just got a whole lot more secure, with the introduction of a new SBD upgrade option. With slim 50mm sightlines, and end caps that run perfectly in line with the perimeter of the lantern, Thermlock® technology also ensures it’s one of the most thermally efficient too. Available in bar length and kits, give us a call to try out the S1 lantern on your next project.

SHEERLINE’S S1 ROOF LANTERN ACHIEVES SECURED BY DESIGN ACCREDITATION

Sheerline’s award-winning aluminium S1 roof lantern has become one of the most secure roof lanterns in the UK after achieving Secured by Design (SBD) accreditation. The aim of the police-backed initiative is to provide a recognised standard that increases security while deterring and reducing crime.

This optional security upgrade from Sheerline ensures the S1 aluminium roof lantern is secure enough to withstand opportunist criminals, providing peace of mind to homeowners. When Sheerline’s expert design team was developing the next generation S1 roof lantern, security was a key consideration. This is because traditional lanterns have a host of security flaws and weaknesses that can be exploited.

Sheerline has overcome these issues through innovative design solutions. For instance, the S1 already features high-performance glazing tape that adds an invisible layer of security while anti-tamper rafter fixings, plus high-security radius fixings that are only accessible from the inside, are supplied as standard. In addition, glazing is held securely in position using a unique patent-pending glass lock.

The optional SBD upgrade adds additional security clamping plates, locking the SBD lantern’s laminated glass panels in place, preventing them from being lifted

and removed by would-be intruders* even if rafter top caps have been removed. These stainless steel components are held firmly in place by stainless steel security screws for added strength.

This optional security upgrade is invisible on finished roofs and doesn’t compromise the stylish contemporary design or thermal performance that Sheerline is known for. Customers also still benefit from exceptional thermal efficiency because of Sheerline’s Thermlock® technology, which supports 28mm glazing and offers a centre pane U-value of 1.0.

Thermlock® is unique to Sheerline and utilises multichambered thermal breaks to keep heat in and reduce energy bills. Part L compliance comes as standard, so customers do not have to worry about meeting this year’s tighter building regulations. As an installer-friendly manufacturer, the team behind Sheerline has also simplified the installation process by creating a unique hook and bracket system –keeping hip rafters in place while they are fixed.

Roger Hartshorn, Sheerline CEO, said: “The fact that our award-winning S1 lantern has achieved SBD accreditation is a significant achievement for the team. We’re delighted our lantern is among the top rated for security in the UK as very few systems have achieved this standard. Today’s announcement is important because it shows our commitment to security and signals the fact that every product in the Sheerline range is now SBD accredited.”

“Since Sheerline’s inception, we’ve been committed to developing stylish yet secure and sustainable products. We set out to fundamentally change the aluminium window and door landscape for installers and fabricators, and this announcement highlights our dedication to that pledge,” he added.

To find out more about Sheerline’s award-winning S1 lantern, visit the website here: www.sheerline.com/homeowner-s1-lanternroof alternatively, call Sheerline on 01132 978000 or email: info@sheerline.com. Follow @ SheerlineSystem for the latest news and updates.

*Based on SBD’s test criteria

VOTING

IS STILL OPEN!

This year we have been nominated for four National Fenestration Awards! This includes ‘Composite Door Manufacturer of the Year’ and a ‘New Best Product’ nomination for our most recent development the Avantal range, which has huge consumer appeal as homeowners across the UK look to invest in their properties with a next generation, smooth skinned door. In addition to that, our very own Alan Hague, our representative for the south of the UK, has been nominated for ‘Business Development Manager of the Year’.

Please consider voting for us in the following categories, your support would be very much appreciated!

WHAT WE’RE NOMINATED FOR

COMPOSITE DOOR MANUFACTURER OF THE YEAR

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER OF THE YEAR ALAN

VOTE FOR US BY SCANNING HERE

It’s our true belief in a strong partnership with our customers that makes the difference.

Technoform have developed a portfolio of hybrid spacers for the glass & glazing market and our range of innovative solutions comes with a 20-year proven history in increased quality & durability of your insulating glass through an optimised insulating glass edge bond.

Hybrid Warm Edge Spacers

TECHNOFORM USING THERMAL EDGE BOND SOLUTIONS cooperation with us –partnership

Technoform have perfected the manufacture of hybrid warm edge spacers from a combination pf precision engineered polypropylene and ultra-thin stainless steel, which wraps around the side and back elevation. A fully durable product, easy to process with zero moisture vapour and gas transmission. Technoform have developed this solution, fully certified to EN1279 with the ability to be processed through conventional cold bending equipment. The presence of specially engineered polypropylene bridging significantly reduces thermal conductivity. As a result, our range of hybrid spacers achieves the warm edge performance of a non-metal spacer, whilst maintaining the benchmark durability of stainless-steel box spacers.

High energy efficiency, long service life and indoor comfort are key factors to sustainable building design. High performance fenestration is a key component of delivering a comfortable and energy efficient built environment. To achieve this, a durable thermally and acoustically optimised edge bond for insulating glass is required.

than 50 and knowhigh-precision and in innovative solutions.

Warm edge spacers work by separating the panes of glass in double and triple glazing and made from low conductivity materials. The cavity created by the spacer reduces heat transfer across the centre of the glass, and the use of a Technoform warm edge reduces thermal conduction across the opaque area of the edge of the glass. By reducing the heat transfer at the edge bond, use of Technoform range of warm edge spacer translates into energy savings for buildings. The precision engineered hybrid spacer from Technoform delivers ultimate performance and lifelong gas retention.

Service

Technoform warm edge solutions set new standards in surface quality and match the most stringent building regulations and building owners requirements. Our hybrid warm edge spacers achieve excellent thermal and acoustic performance without sacrificing design, and most importantly, durability.

Technoform run a unique extrusion process which allows us to customise our spacer designs to your needs, whether you are commencing your transition into warm edge technology or require the highest thermal performance insulating glass. Designers also love the aesthetics of our warm edge spacers because of the attractive surface finish and full range of colours available. Our range of warm edge spacers are ideal across a full range of fabrication processes such as bending and cut & corner alongside our range of innovative connectors & corner keys. The flexibility of the Technoform spacer also makes it a go-to for radius shaped IGU’s such as arch tops and circular shapes.

Quality

Product Portfolio

We don’t consider you a customer, but a partner. With a global network of customer support and our three production sites, we are always near you and happy to advise you on all requests relating to the edge bond.

Our standard range of thermal edge spacers will soon be extended to include exciting new innovative solutions focussed on climate stress, PIB squeeze out, increased thermal performance and ranging from 6.2mm to 32mm in width. The current range of Technoform spacers includes a broad range of colours and spacer widths from 6.2mm to 32mm. Our West Midlands based warehouse is perfectly located to service all areas of the UK and we offer 1-3 day delivery as standard, as well offering a collection service if required.

Zero-defect performance and

Thinking future. Together. Contact us today: richard.john@technoform.com Tel: 07802 72 42 75

consistent quality. We are certified in accordance with DIN EN ISO 9001. Our products also comply with the requirements of applicable standards such as EN 1279, DTA, ASTM E2190 and help to obtain the RAL quality mark for windows, doors, and facades.

standardized processes ensure our

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& DOOR SUPPLIER, BERECO, ANNOUNCE INDUSTRYLEADING ACCREDITATIONS

www.bereco.co.uk | 01709 838 188 | info@bereco.co.uk Sustainable. Secure. Functional. Beautiful.

Bereco have just announced the successful passing of their annual BlueSky certification audit. The thorough process involves a third-party examination of the products’ weather performance, security, manufacturing, paint application, production processes and material sourcing. These factors, among others, give purchasers a heightened level of confidence in Bereco products’ quality and sustainability.

Bereco also passed their annual Forest Stewardship Council audit, renewing their FSC100% chain of custody certification. This denotes Bereco’s wooden windows and doors are made solely from FSC® 100% certified timber, continuing the company’s ongoing commitment to tackling deforestation.

Nicola Harrison, managing director at Bereco commented, “Sustainability and quality certifications

mean so much to us here at Bereco - because we know how much they mean for our customers and the planet. Our BlueSky and FSC accreditations certify our commitment to these causes and are unrivalled in the industry. As regulation evolves, builders, developers and architects must look to suppliers with these accreditations as reputable, reliable and trustworthy partners to avoid unwanted costs and non-compliance.”

Being leaders in the industry, Bereco aims to educate and champion more sustainable practices throughout the supply chain. Their most recent efforts include a series of webinars for industry professionals to give an understanding of 2022’s building regulation update with regard to Approved Documents L, F and O. Praised by attendees for their accessibility, relevance and expertise, the webinar series is free to attend with more sessions throughout the autumn.

To register, visitwww.bereco.co.uk/professional-learning

Bi-Folding Door Manufacturer of the Year Director of the Year - Nicola Harrison

Timber Company of the Year Vertical Sliding Window Company of

“Our BlueSky and FSC accreditations certify our commitment to these causes and are unrivalled in the industry”

NATIONWIDE UPVC RECYCLERS

We offer a sustainable recycling solution for your old windows.

If you need a collection or you wish to deliver your old windows to any of our UPVC Recycling sites in the UK. Contact us now to discuss:

kriley@cncrecycling.co.uk Tel 01642 983188

Main plantVulcan Street, Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire TS2 1PP upvc-recycling.com

WE ARE PROUD TO BE NOMINATED FOR THE 2022RECYCLING COMPANY OF THE YEAR & KATE RILEYBUSINESS DEVELOPMENT/SALES EXECUTIVE OF THE YEAR

GOING PAPERLESS

CNC Recycling are delighted to have introduced a new paperless and digital waste transfer notes software system to support operational processes.

This substantial investment through bespoke development work with My Data Crate will be beneficial to both the environment and to our customers, who will now receive all their waste transfer notes electronically by email as soon as the collection or delivery has been made. This easy to use system streamlines the work for our drivers and also allows us to immediately capture all our live data with detailed reporting in our integrated system.

Graeme Wicks from My Data Crate said “We’ve been operating since the beginning of 2022, and we want our customers to grow with us and are excited to see companies like CNC Recycling adopting Crate. The team have already shown great enthusiasm in the platform and carried out some bespoke development, to make Crate run how they’d like it to, in order to match their operational processes.

It’s been great working with the team to understand how we can help them increase efficiencies whilst reducing the use of paper in the business whilst keeping them compliant.

We’re looking forward to building a platform and one day aim to be the recognised name in software for waste management. Working with companies like CNC Recycling show us that we’re on the path to doing so”

Operations and Logistics Director Richie Knaggs added “We are delighted with the introduction of digital waste transfer notes software . We estimate we will save 75-90% of our administration time, manually managing tickets, from manually writing them out, to copying the data to excel and creating digital records. The system also allows our drivers to log daily vehicle walk around checks using NFC technology.

We take our duty of care very seriously by being at the forefront of legislation and compliance. This investment will further reassure all our customers that they are covered with the correct environmental paperwork for their waste and are supported by a recycling specialist.”

For more information visit www.upvc-recycling. co.uk or telephone 01642 983188

32YEARS OF SASH WINDOW EXPERIENCE –AND WE’RE READY FOR ANOTHER

This might be the very first time you are considering changing your sash window supplier. Or, perhaps you just want to try an alternative award winning sash window specialist to offer your customers a wider choice. Either way, we would like to help you to increase your VS sales.

With 32 years focussed on manufacturing high quality timber alternative sash windows, we are true specialists and confident that our products will impress your customers. We have also earned a sound reputation for always providing an exceptional level of personal service and our entire team are committed to delivering this.

Our new specification launched in 2019 featuring exclusive new Masterframe Systems, standard with patented Timberweld® technology and we would welcome the opportunity to take you through the improved product offering and delighted to quote.

No matter the size or design of a home or project, if sash windows are required then we can help. If a specialist solution is needed for a conservation area, modern development, school or historic building our sash windows add the right amount of authentic styling to either fit seamlessly into original settings or set the property apart from other new developments.

To see the choices, including patented Timberweld® corner design, download our new brochures here.

Some of the advantages we offer as standard:

10 year guarantee for peace of mind

Made in Britain for continuity

BBA Approval on standard window sizes for longevity

Energy Savings Trust recommended for energy efficiency

Specialist solutions for challenging projects that require matching new to original designs

Free and safe UK mainland delivery

Quotes with non-priced customer proposal

CAD drawings where required

Expert technical support

Free 47 page professional conservation guide

Free product training

Call our friendly sales team on 01376 510410 or email for a quote here.

YOUR KENT-BASED TRADE SPECIALISTS

Our trade sales team is proudly made up of time-served industry experts. We're your local one-stop-shop for competitively priced, quality assured fenestration supply across Kent and the South East

HERITAGE STYLE DOORS & WINDOWS, SAYS COASTAL

Recent years have seen a huge rise in the popularity of heritage Crittall® style, industrial-look doors and windows fit. The design incorporates a steel-look grid design with slim profiles and has been used to compliment Victorian, Scandinavian, and Contemporary properties. Whether it’s delivering elegance on external Bifold or French doors, or creating space and light internally with dividers or screens – the heritage style has been used effectively to transform the look and feel of a property.

Manufacturers of high-quality door and window hardware, Coastal Group believe that an oftenoverlooked element – the hardware - can make all the difference in bringing your heritage project to life.

A Touch Of Quality

“We believe that details make all the difference in creating an exceptional entrance, especially on heritage or Crittall® style projects” states Loren Jenner, Managing Director at the Coastal Group. “The iconic look of slim metal frames and monochrome colours deserve hardware that embodies this elegance - as the touchpoint for homeowners and visitors alike, hardware sets the standard”.

Coastal Group believe one of their latest product innovations, the Opera range is the perfect accompaniment for heritage style doors and windows. It’s simplistic, elegant design is part of a suited range of hardware, allowing customers to match finish and style across their doors and windows.

“A lot of feedback we receive from our customers is regarding the difficulty of sourcing elements of door furniture from different suppliers and the challenge this brings of matching the finishes” Comments Coastal

Marketing Manager Neil Jones. “We aim to make life as simple as possible for our customers and help them in sourcing as many products as possible from the one supplier. That’s why we offer a high-quality completely suited hardware range across a customer’s doors and windows - allowing them to maintain a consistent aesthetic from the front door to the back door”. The Opera range is available in three finishes (PVD Satin Black, PVD Satin Brass and Satin Stainless Steel) and allows a consistent look to be maintained on external doors and windows as well as internal screens or dividers.

Beauty & Toughness

It’s not just a striking look the Opera has to offer, where performance and longevity is concerned this range will not let you down, claims Coastal Group.

“One of our key philosophies is that door and window hardware should be built to last as long as the doors and windows they are fitted to” continues Loren Jenner. “We want to give our customers peace of mind that wherever in the world their doors and windows are, our hardware is guaranteed to stand the test of time and look great whilst doing so”.

Made from Marine Grade 316 Stainless Steel as part of the BLU range, Opera hardware comes with a bestin-class lifetime guarantee. Its durable design provides excellent resistance to corrosion, even in the most exposed environments or when fitted to acidic timber says Coastal Group.

The Opera lever door handles are durability tested to BS EN 1906:2012, Durability Grade 7 - 200,000 Cycle, as Loren outlines “beautifully crafted slim frame doors and windows do not want to be let down by hardware that’s not up to standard, they need hardware that performs as good as it looks”.

If you’re looking to capture the sleek, elegant feel on your next heritage project, Coastal ask you to consider these details that make all the difference to the look and feel of your doors and windows. For more information you can email Coastal Groupmarketing@coastal-group.com or call 01726 871 025.

TINTED GLASS BREATHES NEW LIFE INTO OLDER CONSERVATORIES

For many homeowners using a conservatory all year round is still a frustration due to noise disruption and cleaning issues. While retrofitting new glass roofs onto older conservatories still offers a lot of potential business for installers, understanding how the various tints of glass can greatly improve the chances of a sale is essential.

Modernising glazed extensions without losing any of the benefits gained from natural light, is just one of the advantages. Understanding the colours of the tints and the loc nations it should be used is very beneficial when looking to make a sale.

The blue and aqua tinted glasses are most popular and offer exceptional performance if situated in a south facing garden, but there are other options out there that may be better for other locations, such as a more neutral glass for a north facing plot.

Neutral tints for conservatories will offer the end user a very natural appearance to a finished conservatory project.

Light, glare and heat reduction have become important points of consideration for consumers looking to install or upgrade their glass rooms, orangeries or conservatories.

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Upgrading to a stunning glass roof really brightens up a home with glass roofing in any tint allowing occupants to use the area recreationally as an integral part of the house.

High-performance glazing panels will immediately eliminate draughts and give greater soundproofing qualities. Temperatures can be optimised for use all year round, with high performance thermal glasses standing up to the toughest weather extremesdepending on the tint of glass installed.

The self-cleaning glass options on the market today have revolutionised the conservatory and orangery markets, with great colour and performance options available today. Installers looking to add a little to their repertoire would do well to include tinted glasses into their portfolios.

Today, there are a wide variety of dynamic colour options available in conservatory design, with

manufacturers developing glass products that will blend with popular and the most modern conservatory colours on the market.

In such a competitive marketplace, homeowners tend to be pleasantly surprised at how cost effective replacement conservatory roofs can be, with modern glazing alternatives.

Installing the right coloured glass brings improved lifestyle benefits thanks to the tints available which offer a combination of heat reflection, thermal efficiency and self-cleaning properties as well as striking aesthetics that are hard to beat.

As a means of adding value via the simple process of glass roof renovation is still an excellent method of adding an extra dimension to a business.

“Homeowners ARE pleasantly surprised at how cost effective replacement conservatory roofs can be...”

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Leka Systems, the innovative manufacturer of lightweight tiled conservatory roof systems, has just announced a major new appointment.

Simon Bartlett joined the company as Sales Director on 1st October. Rhys Hoddinott, Leka’s Managing Director, said: “We are delighted to welcome Simon to the team. He comes with a wealth of industry knowledge and will be a valuable person to have on board as we continue the next phase of our growth.”

Simon said: “I am delighted to be joining Leka Systems. I’ve watched the company make a major mark on the sector for a number of years. I’m excited to be part of a company that has such an innovative approach and an impressive offering.” Simon brings a wealth of experience to Leka.

He joins the company from Guardian Building Systems. Rhys commented: “Simon’s decision to join us from one of the established industry players reinforces the impact Leka is having on the market. He has also run his own conservatory installation business and spent time at Ultraframe. It’s an impressive level of industry knowledge that will be invaluable to our customers and the business.”

In his role as Sales Director at Leka Systems, Simon will be responsible for leading the sales function, growing the company’s customer base and ensuring every customer receives the exceptional service and support they need.

Leka is renowned for innovative products that revolutionise their sector. Its range includes the lightweight Leka Warm Roof and Leka Orangery Roof as well as the Leka Xi modular conservatory. The products are proven to boost turnover because they combine exceptional consumer appeal with impressive ease of installation.

Simon’s appointment comes at an exciting time for the company. It has just launched its latest product, the Leka Carport & Canopy System, which provides a durable, lightweight and rapid construction alternative to more traditional carport systems. Rhys concluded: “Our ambition has always been to provide innovative products supported by exceptional service from an impressive team. Simon will help us meet this ambition as we continue with our growth strategy and take further market share.”

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Bright Light into Living

Whatever style, size or configuration of conservatory your customers require, Eurocell can supply the components to create the outdoor room of their dreams.

Our latest contemporary conservatory design uses a combination of our exclusive pilaster system, our slimline roof system and our modern highline gutter to create a conservatory for the 21st century.

Our bespoke conservatory solution enables you to fabricate any conservatory design, or you can choose from our range of classic styles, including Victorian, Edwardian, gable-ended and contemporary conservatories.

RapidLam Shape: More Scope To Shape The Future.

Shape Cutting of Laminated Glass as a Compact Unit

More possibilities to cut shapes and free forms on laminated glass. Can be integrated into an existing line, or as stand-alone machine. This compact machine uses synchronised turning cutting heads, providing precise results that match the cutting plan.

• Automatic cutting of free forms in laminated glass

• Can be used as part of a cutting line or as stand-alone machine

• Laser foil separation can be installed at a later date

GQA APPOINTS STRATEGIC RELATIONSHIPS MANAGER

GQA Qualifications, the fenestration industry’s leading awarding and qualifications-writing organisation has appointed Dan Brown as Strategic Relationships Manager. The role is a new one, created to help facilitate GQA’s strategic aims and its 5-year business plan.

One of GQA’s key goals is to create and strengthen collaborative relationships with relevant external bodies, trade associations and other stakeholders involved in vocational education and training. The new role will play an integral part in expediting this. Dan will engage with stakeholders to optimise GQA’s representation and impact. In addition, he will monitor qualification registration and certification data, identifying key trends and areas for development and support. Dan will also work with employers to help communicate the benefits of a competent and qualified workforce.

With over twenty years’ experience in the fenestration industry, spanning a variety of roles, Dan is well-placed to assist GQA in its aim of raising standards in the industry. He will also be forming partnerships with key sector bodies and employers across the other areas in which GQA operates. This will also be with the aim of encouraging and offering formal qualifications and accredited training as a means of developing people and their skills to enable them to achieve their career ambitions.

Talking about his industry experience and the new role, Dan says:

“I’ve been involved in the fenestration industry for over twenty years, starting out as Estimator and

Technical Support in the PVCu conservatory market before moving into the architectural aluminium sector as a Project Draftsman. This gave me a good grounding in the design, manufacture and installation of aluminium façades.

“I then moved to a global aluminium-producing company that manufactured profile systems for the building envelope sector as an Estimator and Technical Advisor, working with designers, fabricators and installers. From here my role developed into Project Manager before progressing to UK Account Manager, responsible for maintaining and developing new relationships with key industry influencers and project stakeholders to deliver complex facade solutions, and support their ambitions to drive the industry towards low carbon and the circular economy.

“I’m extremely excited to move into this role with GQA because I firmly believe that investment in vocational training and qualifications not only demonstrates the commitment of an individual or a company to strive toward excellence and self-improvement, but the sense of personal pride in achieving a formal qualification can empower people with the confidence to build successful long-term careers and improve their social mobility through education. Working toward an industryrelevant qualification can also contribute to addressing skills shortages, and encourages the growth of a local sustainable workforce.

“The timing could not be better. The Building Safety Act has provided a turning point by emphasising the need for a skilled, competent workforce across all roles within the construction of high-rise buildings. GQA is perfectly placed to support the needs of the Building Safety Act through qualifications in the construction sector, especially as we are now effectively building ‘glass cities’. It can offer product manufacturers third party accreditation for the in-house training courses they offer their staff, providing reassurance to Principal Contractors regarding the safe application and installation of projects from a competent and qualified supply chain.

All in all, it’s a great time to be joining GQA!”

More information on GQA: www.gqaqualifications.com

GQA Qualifications is a multi-industry awarding body writing vocational based qualifications to support a wide range of career paths.

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Onsite 7 can edit your job stage headings, making them more bespoke to your business. eg. change the title ‘sales’ to ‘quotation’ or ‘survey’ to ‘first fix etc.

We have varied support staff on hand, both providing hard support and soft support services. All of our team are incredible experienced which helps them get to the bottom of support requests, promptly and ef ciently.

Support

Our ‘soft’ support team work in the background, providing technical updates, service monitoring and security checks. This ensures the very best service levels are maintained for our customers.

Support

We have varied support staff on hand, both providing hard support and soft support services. All of our team are incredible experienced which helps them get to the bottom of support requests, promptly and ef ciently.

Our ‘soft’ support team work in the background, providing technical updates, service monitoring and security checks. This ensures the very best service levels are maintained for our customers.

The ‘hard’ support team, deal directly with our customers, helping them through product queries, providing quick demonstration results and even tailoring their software to their individual business needs.

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ability, by customer, and on a job by allocate and review every step of the journey was incredible. It is as if the designed specifically for my Using Onsite 7 I can see the ‘sales stage’ ‘install stage’ and ‘any attended against the jobs. This review previous visits and action assigned to myself or my team members.

Having the ability, by customer, and on a job by job basis to allocate and review every step of the customer journey was incredible. It is as if the software was designed specifically for my business. Using Onsite 7 I can see the ‘sales stage’, ‘survey stage’ ‘install stage’ and ‘any service calls attended against the jobs. This allows me to review previous visits and action visits either assigned to myself or my team members.

We have varied providing hard services. All experienced bottom of support ef ciently. Our ‘soft’ support background, service monitoring ensures the maintained

The ‘hard’ support customers, queries, providing results and their individual

The ‘hard’ support team, deal directly with our customers, helping them through product queries, providing quick demonstration results and even tailoring their software to their individual business needs.

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The beauty of using Onsite 7 is that any person with the admin console access can find information, or photo/video evidence to relay to the customer.

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stage’ and ‘any service calls attended against the jobs. This allows me to review previous visits and action visits either assigned to myself or my team members.

We can even download a customer job report with their signature and customer satisfaction rating… this is invaluable for our industry.

We can even download a customer job report with their signature and customer satisfaction rating… this is invaluable for our industry.

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The beauty of using Onsite 7 is that any person with the admin console access can find information, or photo/video evidence to relay to the customer.

Director | The Green Room Building Co

In all honesty it was di cult to find a fault with the software and understood the reasoning as to why it was developed. It simply helps a trade business perform to its best and has certainly helped us provide evidence of the quality of our work, keep track of jobs and have comfort in being able to see footage/notes and photos being taken from site installations if we as company owners are not physically there ourselves.

We can even download a customer job report with their signature and customer satisfaction rating… this is invaluable for our industry.

In all honesty software and it was developed. perform provide evidence track of jobs footage/notes installations

In all honesty it was di cult to find a fault with the software and understood the reasoning as to why it was developed. It simply helps a trade business perform to its best and has certainly helped us provide evidence of the quality of our work, keep track of jobs and have comfort in being able to see footage/notes and photos being taken from site installations if we as company owners are not physically there ourselves.

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support team, deal directly with our helping them through product providing quick demonstration even tailoring their software to individual business needs.

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Director | The Green Room Building Co

honesty it was di cult to find a fault with the and understood the reasoning as to why developed. It simply helps a trade business to its best and has certainly helped us evidence of the quality of our work, keep jobs and have comfort in being able to see footage/notes and photos being taken from site installations if we as company owners are not physically there ourselves.

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ALUMINIUM IS BEST PLACED FOR GROWTH IN FENESTRATION

There is no doubt that we’re headed into much tougher times. I cannot remember an economic outlook being so unstable. When it comes to the economy, instability and uncertainty aren’t exactly remedies for what ails it.

However, where there are problems there are also opportunities, and within fenestration one of the major opportunities right now is with aluminium. So much so in fact that I believe there is a good chance of aluminium making a serious dent in the market dominance of PVCu.

That same story could be said for pretty much every major aluminium systems company operating in the UK right now. Even though aluminium sits at a higher price point than PVCu, and even though we’re headed into rather rough economic waters, the demand for residential aluminium only looks like it is going one way for the next five to ten years and that is vertical.

To demonstrate how the market thinks demand will perform in the coming five years, this is a poll still currently live on my Twitter feed right now:

Well over half of installers are saying they plan to sell more aluminium in the coming five years. This a clear indication that installers expect demand to rise and so are planning to accommodate that demand. Good news from aluminium fabricators and systems companies!

Nu-era aluminium

Whenever I talk about aluminium in the general sense within fenestration, the companies I talk to come out with some staggering numbers when it comes to growth. Origin, who is one of our suppliers at our place, is set to record some amazing sales figures this year so long as they stay on track. It would make them one of the largest in the UK, with momentum firmly on their side.

If I was a PVCu fabricator that had still to take on an aluminium system, now really would be the time to start work on incorporating aluminium into your product portfolios.

This is a serious growth opportunity when there is likely to be very little in the next few years so to miss out and actively not provide that option to your installers will mean they have to look elsewhere to get the supply they need. Someone else is going to get that business you could have had

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This new age of aluminium within fenestration is strong. It is not confined to the commercial part of the market and the rising popularity of bi-folds, sliders and entrance doors means I believe that in five years’ time we could see a bit of a rebalancing of the dominance of PVCu in the residential market.

Opportunities across the board

For those who have been in the industry long enough, you can trace back the renaissance of aluminium back to bi-folding doors. Popularised thanks to TV shows like Grand Designs, they began to become a feature on higher-end homes. Aluminium established itself as the material of choice for bi-folds from that point, and as companies began to realise that demand was only going to grow, other avenues in aluminium opened up. Until now, aluminium had been reserved for the commercial sector. The idea of aluminium windows making any kind of significant return to the residential part of the market wasn’t really on the radar a decade ago. How things have changed.

If you’re building your own home, you’re probably going to specify aluminium windows and doors. If you’re an architect designing a home for a client, you too are probably going to specify aluminium windows and doors. If you’re undertaking a large renovation project, chances are you’re at least looking at aluminium bifolding doors or sliding doors, an entrance door, and maybe the windows too. Even in the regular retrofit market I am seeing much higher levels of demand for aluminium windows than in previous years.

So whether it’s windows, entrance doors, bi-folding doors, sliders, roof lights and lanterns, aluminium is presenting a wealth of opportunities for installers and fabricators at a time when new opportunities are even more important. Even in the super-high-end part of the market, there are product niches to make the most of.

Head to my Twitter to take a look at the insane pivot door from Spitfire we installed this week. Possibly one of the best doors in the world!

PVCu will still have it’s place and will very likely remain the dominant material in the residential part of the market. In the value space, new-build and those looking to make home improvements but do not have a major budget to spend, PVCu will remain top of the pile. But that market share is going to be reduced in the next five to ten years and it will be due mainly to aluminium.

At a time when things look tough, now would be a very good time to make the most of this one part of the market which is rapidly rising.

“This is a serious growth opportunity when there is likely to be very little in the next few years.”

WARNING – FAKE

CSCS CARDS IN CIRCULATION

the clarity of the background on the card design, though to the untrained eye the fake card may pass initial scrutiny.

GQA Qualifications has identified a new style of fake CSCS card that is currently in circulation, and site managers are urged to be extra vigilant when granting access to construction sites.

Fake cards are not a new phenomenon, and the vigilance of construction site management teams can prevent unqualified workers from gaining access to their sites when they present a fake card.

The fake card currently in circulation can be identified due to the poor quality of the GQA logo, the different style of CSCS hologram (coloured instead of silver), fonts and text alignment, and

The problem is made worse by the fact that the fraudsters behind the scam have also developed a background website which provides training and qualifications records for the individual named on the card, meaning when the QR code on the card is scanned it appears to link back to genuine records.

To combat this fraud, and to ensure that only properly qualified workers are able to access site, GQA recommends the use of the recently released CSCS Smart Check app where site safety management teams can scan the QR code with the knowledge they will not be directed to fraudulent websites.

For further information or to report a fake GQA card, please contact GQA on 0114 2720033 or email info@gqaqualifications.com .

GQA Qualifications is a multi-industry awarding body writing vocational based qualifications to support a wide range of career paths.

Accredited training leading to qualifications

If you are looking to retrain for a new career, or looking to develop your skills to open up opportunities why not consider practical training in window and door installation

Learn about Building Regulations, working safely on site, how to remove windows and doors from buildings and replace with new ones

All courses fully accredited and could contribute towards NVQ Qualifications

With further assessment and achievement, successful candidates can go forward to achieve CSCS Cards to enable them to work safely on site

Training delivered in Sheffield in a fully Covid secure environment

For more information on training contact sayhello@buildingourskills.co.uk

For more information on vocational qualifications and CSCS cards contact info@gqaqualifications.com

www.gqaqualifications.com

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TOTAL 45 DESIGNS AVAILABLE & 21 DESIGNS IN STOCK

ALUMINIUM DOOR PANELS

• 28mm thick double glazed toughened glass panel

• Standard panel size 2m x1m , 1.5mm thick aluminium sheet each side

• RAL colour in matt or textured finish

• In stock 21 designs in RAL 7016 matt finish

• Total 45 designs available

• Bespoke designs can be produced for bulk orders

SWAN SELECTS SHEERLINE TO TRANSFORM SCHOOL

After consulting with the school, they choose a Prestige window in a Georgian style finished in Hipca Gloss White RAL9910 for a contemporary take on the windows that were being replaced. It was key to choose a style that enhanced the look of the school but still matched its character and other buildings on the school estate.

Sheerline’s Prestige range was recently chosen to replace aging sash windows in a large grammar school in Kent, helping to freshen the look of this traditional brick building. As the transformation had to take place over the summer holidays, it was crucial the project was delivered on time, and Sheerline’s agile service was key to helping the team at Swan Doors & Windows meet this deadline.

At over 20 years old, the existing sash balances were beginning to fail. This meant if a window was open, it could close at any time. This was obviously a serious safety concern that needed to be addressed quickly with minimal disruption to the school. Improving the thermal performance of the windows was also an important consideration and a key reason that Sheerline’s Prestige range – with its unique Thermlock® thermal break was chosen for the project. With energy prices rising, home and business owners alike are looking for sustainable ways to cut their costs without compromising on warmth.

Transforming Borden Grammar School was a collaborative effort that brought together contractors Waller Associates and Swan Doors and Windows Ltd, fabricators who are beginning to reap the benefits of offering the Sheerline aluminium range. Swan commented, “We used Sheerline over other options for this project because we liked the overall quality of the product and the availability that helped us keep to the tight timescales.”

The fabricators at Swan appreciated the quality of the aluminium profiles and the feel of the windows in operation. They required little to no adjustment on site, which is what the team at Sheerline aimed for when designing the system. In addition, Wallers Associates commented on the fact the frames were easy to glaze and said they would be happy to recommend Sheerline to future clients.

Paul Ewart, Director, Swan Doors and Windows Ltd., said: “Sheerline provided on-site technical support for our first few jobs to ensure that all our staff were trained appropriately, and that the product was fabricated correctly, which we found invaluable. We hope to continue building our order book with Sheerline products.”

Since the installation, the classrooms are brighter and airer, and as the glass installed is solar controlled the classrooms will be cooler in summer, and warmer in winter. Even though the style change has been subtle, the now renewed exterior looks much improved. Changing to 50/50 top opening sash windows also means they are safer and easier to operate.

CEO of Sheerline Roger Hartshorn said: “The feedback we’ve received from Wallers Associates and Swan is a testament to the hard work we put into designing the Sheerline range. When we first developed the idea, we knew we had to overcome the existing issues within the industry, and that’s what we’re doing.”

“We’re proud to provide unrivalled support to our customers, whether they’re home or business owners, installers or fabricators – everyone receives technical support and high-quality customer service,” he added.

To find out about adding Sheerline’s range of Part L compliant, aluminium windows and doors to your product offering, or to specify them on your next project please call 01332 978000 or visit www.sheerline.com

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