Fitter friendly high quality door canopies from PRO-CAN

‘PRO-CAN has launched a range of high quality door canopies designed specifically for trade installers’

According to Sales Manager Lee Draper, PRO-CAN canopies are easy-fit, add–on sales opportunities for roofline and window installers in both new-build and refurb projects. “These are great quality, UK- made canopies in a range of styles to suit most houses. They are an easy, one or two-man fit and come as a kit with all the high-quality fixings needed to complete the job” says Draper.

PRO-CAN make canopies in the UK from top quality materials and supply the trade through a network of stockists. Tough transit packaging is used so that canopies are delivered in ready-to-fit condition so there is no downtime on site.

The PRO-CAN range includes flat and arched clear, 8.0mm thick polycarbonate in a variety of sizes plus injection moulded GRP designs with excellent tile-effect detailing. All come with an all-in-one pack of fittings to make installation quick and easy.

“We’ve made PRO-CAN one of the most fitter friendly range of canopies on the market” says Lee Draper.

Tel: 03450 569692

Email: info@procan.co.uk

www.procan.co.uk

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Shropshire-based trade fabricator Universal Trade Frames offers a comprehensive range of coloured products which opens up a world of colour for installers.  Customers can choose from the 28 coloured foil options in the Spectus Spectrum range foiled onto White, Brown, Tan or Cream profile.  Alternatively, frames can be painted in any RAL colour finish.  Both foiled and painted finishes come with a 10 year guarantee.

Managing Director Brian Kruger said: “There is no doubt homeowners are becoming more adventurous when it comes to colour. Demand has steadily increased in the past year and we do not see any sign of it slowing down. Any installers who don’t offer bespoke colours in their portfolio are missing a big opportunity as more and more homeowners are starting to understand what colour has to offer.”

In recent times foiled or paint-finished coloured frames have become increasingly popular with consumer demand for alternatives to white plastic and the colour range from Universal Trade Frames allows installers to capitalise on this growing trend.

The colour range from Universal is available across their 70mm product range which includes casement windows in a choice of Bevelled or Ovolo profiles and their Flush Sash options.  Also available are tilt and turn, fully reversible and vertical sliding windows.  For a seamless approach matching cills, trims and ancillaries all form part of the colour offer and are supported by the 10 year guarantee too.

Brian concludes: “Our standard coloured products are available on a 7 day turnaround which makes coloured products accessible to our customers.  The 28 colours in the foiled range include perennial favourites Chartwell Green, Anthracite Grey and Cream.”

www.utfl.co.uk

A fast-growing manufacturer of windows and doors has invested in what is understood to be a UK industry first.

Following the opening of its third factory in August this year, the TWR Group has recently invested in a pioneering Modula lift and storage system; and is the first UK based glass and glazing company to do so.

The Modula system is an automated storage and picking solution that has been built bespoke to TWR’s requirements. Typically, the system is found in sectors as diverse as healthcare, oil and gas, and automotive.

The Modula system installed at TWR is seven metres high and stores hundreds of products which can be accessed easily and efficiently by authorised personnel.

John Farren is General Manager of the UK branch of Modula Storage Solutions Ltd and discusses the advantages TWR will see from installing the automated vertical storage system.

He comments: “As well as increasing a company’s efficiency, our products also mean a reduced risk of injuries for employees who will not have to ascend ladders or stairs to retrieve potentially heavy products from shelves. Our systems also improve stock accuracy which help business owners keep track of their supplies.

“Last year alone we sold 1500 of our vertical storage systems worldwide and we work hard to provide customers with machines which are perfectly suited to their needs. In the past, we have produced lifts which can reach over 14 metres high. Ultimately, the system will speed up production at TWR, increase efficiency and minimise stock loss.”

TWR’s investment in the pioneering system is another bold move by the Peterlee based business and could pave the way for more companies to follow suit.

Terry Richardson, Managing Director and founder of TWR, comments: “We’re already seeing the benefits of having invested in a Modula lift system and we anticipate that it will prove to be a huge asset to our business in the coming years.

“It has freed up a huge amount of space in our factory which will allow us to invest in other new products and systems going forward. Everything we do here at TWR is about being world-class and pioneering – the resources we have at our disposal are market-leading.”

The TWR Group is one of the UK’s leading aluminium and PVC-u trade fabricators and suppliers, boasting a huge selection of products including bi-folding doors, WarmCore products, and aluminium lantern roof windows.

For more information please call 0191 565 2200 or email info@twrbifolds.co.uk

Providing both swift installation and a realistic slate-effect, next generation SlateSkin is the latest enhancement Eurocell has developed for Equinox, its innovative tiled conservatory roof system.

Now with ‘multi-course’ tiles built in to each sheet, the SlateSkin GRP system reduces the time spent positioning and nailing tiles, with no compromise on build quality or aesthetics, while its lightweight construction allows the roof pitch to be set anywhere from just 5^o to 35^o. The company says SlateSkin is the only tile system tested down to a 5^o pitch and hence is ideal for lean-to projects, which comprise up to a quarter of all UK conservatories.

Guaranteed for 25 years, the SlateSkin sheet-tiling system is not only durable but also considerably faster to fit than other conservatory tile roofing methods, claim Eurocell. When combined with the Equinox system, it meets the requirements of BS 476 Part 3:2004 for the External Fire Performance of Roofs, the classification for fire penetration.

Using the technical support that Eurocell provides, installers are said to be sure of getting the right fit first time, every time. Once it has received the all the dimensions, Eurocell engineers will create all the components required, including the tile sheets, hip end caps and ridge and hip top cap using state-of-the-art equipment.

SlateSkin is just the latest complementary product developed for the Equinox roofing system, which features solid insulation panels integrated in the structure for superb thermal efficiency – approximately ten times better than an ‘A’ rated window. The result is a more comfortable living environment that costs less to heat or cool because it is insulated from the ambient temperatures outside, making it warmer in winter and cooler in summer.

The system also has a 5-35^o pitch variable ring beam assembly that increases the types of roofs that can be replaced while adjustable angles on the hip, valley and ridge add up to easier fitting, and ensure that tiles and ridges sit correctly for finishing. All rafters sit flush with the hip and rafter too, providing greater strength. Thermal breaks avoid moisture build up, and air gaps within the roof allow any moisture to dissipate quickly – so there is no danger of internal condensation, unlike some tiled roof systems.

Equinox kits offer a ‘one box solution’ – with SlateSkin sheets pre-cut to size and numbered for easy identification and installation. Plus, all the sealants and fixings required to install the roof to the highest standard are also in the box.

To find out more on SlateSkin and Equinox visit www.eurocell.co.uk/slateskin.

Home security specialist, Yale is the latest company to join the Made in Britain initiative, which champions British manufacturing by encouraging and developing the supply chain of UK made goods.

The Made in Britain marque is affliated with companies that manufacture and sell goods in Great Britain, and makes it easier for customers to identify and recognise British made goods.

Paul Atkinson, Sales and Commercial Director for Yale Door and Window Solutions, comments: “The Made in Britain marque is an additional feature that is important to many people. As a globally recognised brand, Yale is able to highlight the importance of British manufacturing and help to maintain and create jobs in UK factories.

“We pride ourselves on our British heritage and have designed, developed and manufactured security products in the UK for over a century. Today, we have sites in Willenhall, Walsall and Cheltenham, illustrating our commitment to production in the UK.

Yale produces door locks, window locks, patio locks, various types of window hinges, strikers and letterplates from its UK facilities and provides a proven and trusted level of production.
John Pearce, CEO of Made in Britain, said: “Made in Britain is campaigning all year round to promote our 1000 members across 40 product sectors, raising awareness and celebrating companies that produce great products here in the UK. It’s exciting when more globally recognised brands like Yale get on board, joining the network that aims to help them sell more with the Made in Britain marque.
Yale continues to boost its British base by investing in automation, demonstrated by the purchase of five on site flexi presses. The most recent flexi press, purchased in 2012 and has allowed Yale to bring product manufacture back into the UK from overseas.

Yale is committed to producing goods of a high standard and is ISO9001:2008 accredited. This means that all Yale products are produced under the international quality management system EN ISO9001:2008. Additionally, Yale is ISO14001 accredited. This is an internationally recognised standard that specifies formulation and maintenance of an environmental management systems (EMS).

For further information on the Made in Britain initiative visit, www.madeingb.org To find out more about the Yale Door and Window Solutions full product offering, please visit www.yaledws.co.uk or alternatively call 01902 366800.

Caldwell have teamed up with GM Fundraising, choosing the charity as the sole beneficiary for its donations going forward.

GM Fundraising was established in 1996 by Gary Morton. Gary is the CEO of the Boing Boing Group; which acquired Midlands-based fabricator Central RPL in 2015. He runs the charity alongside a group of volunteers.

GM Fundraising predominantly raises funds for Hope House, a children’s hospice which provides palliative care for children with long-term or terminal conditions, and offers support to the friends and family of these children.

Current supporters of GM Fundraising include many leading brands in the glass and glazing industry and, in supporting them, Caldwell wants to help the charity reach its target of raising a minimum of £2m for Hope House by 2020.

Tim Ferkin, Sales and Marketing Director at Caldwell, comments: “As a business, we have always supported different causes but have done so on an ad hoc basis. We wanted to commit fully to one cause and have been continually impressed by GM Fundraising’s commitment to ensuring that all the money they raise goes directly to those that really need it.

“Our aim in year one is to raise a minimum of five thousand pounds and, beyond that, to continue to support GM Fundraising with their events and on a long-term basis.”

Historically, the charity has raised funds through various means including gruelling bike rides across the UK, Europe and the USA.

Runners sponsoring GM Fundraising have also taken part in several marathons and other events such as charity galas and golf days are also held to raise money.

This year also saw the launch of Peddle2Paddle, a fundraising event exclusively for women.

www.caldwell.co.uk

Picture above: GAP Preston following mini makeover.

Following GAP’s announcement in August of the acquisition of SIG Building Plastics & Windows, the company has been working non-stop to welcome all their new team members and customers on board.

No sooner had the ink dried on the dotted line that the GAP Directors were hitting the road visiting all 66 new depots and team members, from Inverness to Isle of Wight and everywhere in-between.

The team at GAP prides itself on ensuring all staff feel part of the family and the information gained will help shape the integration strategy.

Simon Bird, GAP’s Joint Founder commented: “We’ve been hugely impressed so far by the knowledge and talent of our new team, together with their desire to grasp this unique chance. We’ve also been taken aback by the size of opportunity this deal has presented GAP. The quality of the team that has joined, together with the strategic locations of the new depots, has provided GAP a game changing opportunity to become the number one manufacturer and distributor of PVC-U building products for quality, service and choice.”

Whilst planning and preparation started well in advance of the deal, further investment has continued in logistics and manufacturing to ensure the new combined network of 112 depots can provide customers with what they need when they need it, from small traders to national house builders.

Phase one of the integration involves the new depots benefitting from a mini make-over, new signage and team workwear. The scale of the change is illustrated by the huge workwear order placed by GAP for 805 T-Shirts, 805 Polo Shirts, 270 Jackets, 532 Jumpers, 330 Hoodies, 810 Pairs of Trousers and 390 Pairs of Shorts. Stock is also being switched at the depots to offer customers the wide range of colours and styles available through GAP’s own brand of roofline products; Homeline.

Charles Greensmith, GAP’s Joint Founder added “This continues to be a very busy yet exciting time for all involved. We’ve got big challenges ahead, but we’re making great strides together. Over the coming months we’ll do everything we can to make our new team members and customers feel part of GAP.”