Smooth Slate Grey Launch For Kommerling

KÖMMERLING have launched a smooth slate grey foil (one side) for the C70 Gold® window and PremiLine patio door systems, in response to customer demand for an additional shade of grey.

This new introduction takes the number of stock foiled options from KÖMMERLING for the C70 Gold® window and PremiLine patio door systems to 11, out of a range of over 80 foils in total. The trend towards anthracite grey (RAL 7016) and smooth slate grey (RAL 7015) is not only in the UK market, but accounts for nearly 1 in every 2 PVCu windows installed in Europe.

Sales growth of foiled products has been strong throughout 2017 for KÖMMERLING and the prospects for 2018 look particularly good, given the impending launch of System 76 as Stefan Seidel, managing director of profine UK explains: ‘Investment in new foils from stock is important for our customers who recognise the premium quality of our products and in the way in which we do business. But now our focus is towards a major systems launch.

‘With the System 76 launch just a few months away with dedicated casement, flush casement and fully reversible profiles, it will make for the most complete and technically led PVCu window and door systems in the UK market. Hybrid options, lift and slide doors and a unique patio door option with soft-close technology, fully back-up these claims and we’re eager to see the first products manufactured in just a few months.’

For KÖMMERLING information, including System 76, on becoming a manufacturing partner, approved installer or as a building specifier, call 01543 444900, e-mail enquiries@profine-group.com or visit www.kommerling.co.uk. You can also follow them on Twitter @kommerling_uk.

Picture above: Global Glass, Glass Company of the Year

The Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) was delighted at the success of the recent G17 Awards held at London’s Park Lane Hilton.

The GGF and FENSA (a sister company of the GGF) were major sponsors of the event and both organisations put up special awards to make the occasion even more memorable.

The GGF Lifetime Achievement Award went to Greg O’Donoghue of Just Windows and Doors for his outstanding contribution to the industry and the FENSA Installation of the Year Award went to Artisan Conservatories and Windows.

The GGF also sponsored the Glass Company of the Year Award which was won by Global Glass.

As well as the three sponsored awards, the GGF also celebrated Members winning in eight of the twelve remaining categories. The winning GGF Members are listed below and the GGF offers congratulations to all the winners of G17.

COMPONENT SUPPLIER OF THE YEAR

Mila

CUSTOMER CARE INITIATIVE OF THE YEAR

Glassolutions

FABRICATOR OF THE YEAR

Glazerite UK Group

INSTALLER OF THE YEAR

SEH BAC

NEW PRODUCT OF THE YEAR

Deceuninck

PROMOTIONAL CAMPAIGN OF THE YEAR – RETAIL

SEH BAC

G17 UNSUNG HERO AWARD

Danny Barnett, Solidor

DEREK BONNARD AWARD OF EXCELLENCE

Thermoseal Group

James Lee, GGF Group Director of Marketing and Communications commented:

“It was a fantastic evening at the G17 Awards and a memorable night for the GGF and FENSA. Congratulations to the all the winners and thanks to the organisers for yet another superb event.”

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Greg O’Donoghue received The GGF Lifetime Achievement Award for his outstanding contribution to the industry at the G17 Awards recently.

Greg – who was a co-founder of Fensa and who worked to ensure that glazing was included in the TrustMark scheme – won the award after 35 years in the industry, during which he is said to have become one of the most influential individuals in the domestic glazing sector.

In 2000, Greg was elected GGF president and then in 2002 as chairman of FENSA, he negotiated with government to bring about legislative change for the benefit of the industry and consumers.

Since then, Greg has reportedly been a consistent ‘industry champion’ on many fronts including, increasing consumer protection, improving the installation industry standards and campaigning to overcome barriers for glazing in the conservation areas.

He commented: “I am truly stunned but delighted to have won this award. I can only thank my colleagues at Just Windows and Doors and all those connected to the GGF, who have helped me throughout my time in the industry.”

James Lee, GGF director of group marketing, said: “Greg is always accessible to offer advice and promote the industry. His work for the GGF and Fensa has constantly been for the greater good and not for his own personal gain. He is most deserving of the GGF Lifetime Achievement Award.”

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Hurst Plastics’ has been announced as the recommended ongoing supplier of PVC-U door panels for customers who have previously bought from Phoenix Doors. The move follows the announcement by parent company Masco UK Window Group that Phoenix Doors is to cease production of door panels. Hurst Plastics, which currently manufactures more than 2,000 door panels a week at its dedicated factory in Kingston-upon-Hull, will fulfil orders for former Phoenix Doors customers from 3 November. These increased volumes will cement Hurst Plastics’ position as the UK’s largest manufacturer of door panels. Mark Atkinson, Hurst Plastics’ Sales Director, says: “We know that the panel market is mature and declining, but sales of Hurst Plastics’ door panels have actually grown for the last four years – albeit modestly. This performance shows that there is still demand for door panels, despite the growing popularity of composite doors, and we intend to continue supporting door panels while that demand is still there.

“Customers continue to buy panels from us because we have always invested in the range and we provide a dedicated support package for it. We’ve also helped the door panel to keep up with changing consumer tastes by constantly introducing new styles and colours. Our Modern Collection, for instance, emulates the look of a composite door and features a contemporary stainless steel trim which is very appealing. “We are pleased to be chosen to support Masco with their ongoing panel supply. Our relationship with Phoenix has always been a healthy and respectful one and they have been, and continue to be, a worthy competitor. I’d sincerely like to wish all the best to Neil Peck, who founded Phoenix Door Panels and is retiring and to some of the team who are moving on to pastures new.”

Hurst Plastics provides a comprehensive installer package for its range of door panels, which provides Hurst customers with all the resources they need to promote themselves and sell to the homeowner. It delivers full marketing and sales support, including access to product photography, fully personalised product literature and point of sale material. To satisfy market trends, Hurst constantly expands its panels range and even offers a collection of bespoke door styles. The door panels are available in a number of woodgrain and colourgrain options, including popular shades such as Chartwell green and anthracite grey. Door panels can even be personalised with bespoke glazing to create a completely unique glass design for a front door. Hurst Plastics is the only door manufacturer in the UK to offer digital printing direct on to glass, which allows installers to take a customer’s favourite photograph and reproduce it directly on to glass.

Over the last three years, Hurst Plastics has invested heavily in plant and machinery to increase the production capabilities of its two factories in Kingston-upon-Hull. This has enabled Hurst to boost production of both its composite doors and door panels, whilst maintaining excellent manufacturing standards. The firm also recently completed a £500,000 investment programme into new vehicles, which included the purchase of 15 delivery vans to deliver more than 99% of Hurst’s doors throughout the UK.

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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 affiliated 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 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.

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As it steps up its campaign to encourage more trade buyers to add timber windows and doors to their product portfolios, Allan Brothers has invested around £200,000 in new precision machinery. This is designed to enable the company to increase volumes and reduce lead times, whilst guaranteeing the craftsmanship and quality which has been its trademark since it was founded way back in 1811. The showpiece of the investment is a twin-bed SCM 5-axis CNC router with associated tooling, which has been installed at Allan Brothers’ Berwick-upon-Tweed factory. This is being used to profile all the products in Allan Brothers’ extensive timber door range, as well as the arched heads which are an option on its windows and doors. The router replaces a single bed 3-axis machine which had been in place previously, and brings with it greater flexibility thanks to the 5 axes. It also offers faster throughput because the twin bed enables it to be tandem loaded, with one side being machined while the other side is being loaded or unloaded.

Allan Brothers has built its reputation on craftsmanship and attention to detail at every stage of the manufacturing process and the new machine looks set to strengthen that reputation, delivering market-leading accuracy and precision. Wolfgang Gorner, Group Sales Director at Allan Brothers, said: “As a bespoke manufacturer, our priority was to choose a machine where the emphasis is on precision but also flexibility. With a 5-axis router like this, we can continue to offer customers a huge product range and the opportunity to personalise their doors however they choose, but we can also guarantee consistent quality and faster turnaround times.” www.allanbrothers.co.uk/trade

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The festive season not only brings presents, it also brings a welcome break from work for many people. This means that homeowners will most likely be spending a greater period of time at home, enjoying time with their friends and families. With this, feeling warm, comfortable and safe will become more apparent than during other times of the year.

Understandably, this will cause the market to lean towards more robust and secure home improvement solutions. To answer this demand, Sternfenster offers a wide selection of uPVC and aluminium products that excel in home security, achieving Secured by Design status and using the latest in multi-point locking systems to offer customers complete peace of mind.

A stand out option in the product range that all Sternfenster Approved Installers can offer their customers is the Secured by Design aluminium bi-fold door. This contemporary door option meets the security standards set forth by the official UK Police flagship initiative. Offering a unique design, the SBD aluminium bi-fold door allows you to gain a competitive edge in the industry.

By joining the Sternfenster Approved Installer Network, you’ll also be able to offer your customers products that operate in full compliance with the British Standard Kitemark. This includes the latest security standards BS7950 and PAS24, as well as high security internal beading, steel reinforcement; key locking handles, multi-point shootbolt locking and additional security claw locks.

Further expanding the unique offering from Sternfenster, the StyleLine range of windows and doors also achieve an enhanced degree of inherent security. By utilising a pioneering and innovative manufacturing process, this range benefits from the fact that no vinyl is lost at the corner joint which reinforces the frame and increases overall rigidity and robustness.

Not only will Network members gain access to a comprehensive selection of market-leading products, the Approved Installer Network also offers a range of support and marketing resources to help promote the quality on offer. By joining the Network, installers across the nation will be able to offer their customers the very best in class.

Secure your customer’s peace of mind this Christmas by becoming a Sternfenster Approved Installer. Call 01522 51 25 25 or visit www.sternfenster.com/join-our-network/ for information on how to grow your business with the very best products, support and marketing resources.