Patiomaster Doors Specified For Major Cumbrian Cottage Renovation

Four sliding PatioMaster doors have been specified as part of a large-scale renovation project on a Brethdale property. The complete project was supplied and installed by Carlisle-based World Group, and as DirectorMatthew Spooner says, took around 12 months to complete.

“The project was completed in early 2016 and due to the scale of the job it was done across various phases. Compromising a total of four patio doors, three stable doors and 15 casement windows, along with a Juliet balcony to the master bedroom and some external PVC cladding, it was not without its challenges. Cumbria may be an area of picturesque villages and attractive lakes, but it offers many challenges in terms of wind exposure due to our geographical location, so getting the right product to meet the environmental needs was crucial.

“While the property is relatively new in its build, it required a complete refurb and the doors and windows replacing, as certain parts of the property were completely exposed, providing no protection against the elements. The homeowners used quite an unusual stone as part of the refurb on the property exterior and they wanted the new PatioMaster doors to stand out against this, and create a striking focal point. We spent many hours going over samples and colour swatches until we got the balance right, in the ending going for 2 panes in Irish Oak for the exterior and white on the interior. Matching bright chrome hardware completed the doors, and the results were definitely worth it – the property wouldn’t look out of place on Grand Designs!

 “The PatioMaster range perfectly suited what the homeowners were looking for not only in terms of its design choice, but also the attention to detail – the property is now much warmer and secure thanks to the system’s advanced security features and energy efficiency accreditations, including being SBD Accredited.” The property’s owners were very happy with the result from the renovation and commented: “We are thrilled with the work World Group have completed. The colour of the doors is lovely and we were impressed with the way all the staff were considerate, knowledgeable and took pride in their work. We would not hesitate to recommend World Group for a wide range of property improvements – they offered a great product at a great price!”

PatioMaster says the precision made-to-measure and easy to install doors are a popular choice for many installer companies and homeowners thanks to low profile frames, quality construction and security features as well as being available in a range of 19 colours and finishes to suit every style of home.

Having worked with Epwin Group before on a number of projects, World Group has been offering quality home improvements in in Cumbria, South West Scotland and the North East of England for more than 30 years and also offers dedicated support and services for trade customers.

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Experienced home improvements and glazing professional Trevor Hopper, is the latest addition to the growing team at Made For Trade. Having served the industry for almost 40 years, Trevor stated he is ‘immensely proud’ to join the flourishing bi-folding door, lantern roof, and conservatory roof manufacturer as a Trade Sales Manager. In particular, he will be championing and demonstrating the company’s self-designed, Korniche lantern roof to installers and trade customers across the UK.

Trevor explained: “Having known Made For Trade’s directors, Bradley and Richard Gaunt, for a while now, I have always appreciated their innovation and attention to detail. Their focus on product quality, good customer service and competitive pricing has always impressed me so I am absolutely delighted to be joining the company at such an exciting time.”

Having been designed from scratch by Made For Trade, the Korniche lantern roof features components that have never been used in other roofs and fixings that are all hidden to allow for very slim unbroken sightlines. In addition, no trimming or cutting to size of any profile is required on site, with every part connecting together for a quick and easy installation.

The lantern requires no silicone sealant in the roof structure itself, with the only silicone required being between the base of the eaves beam and the existing structure. The Korniche is also fully thermally broken to give the lowest U-values and features an innovative all-in-one glass lock and retainer to ensure the locating and locking of the glass is easy and secure.

Trevor added: “I can’t wait to get behind the company’s new Korniche lantern roof – it is a fabulous, innovative creation and just what the market is looking for right now. It benefits both homeowners and installers with its aesthetically pleasing appearance, expertly engineered design, and quick installation.”

He continued: “I am looking forward to getting out in the field, meeting customers and demonstrating this new and unique product to them. Anyone involved in the Lantern Roof market really owes it to themselves to see what all the excitement is about!”

Managing Director, Bradley Gaunt, said: “I’m delighted to welcome Trevor into the Made For Trade family. His vast experience in the sector will be a great advantage for us as we continue to expand the company and increase production on all of our products“.

Trevor’s appointment comes as the company celebrate another successful year, having expanded factory space significantly for the third year running, increased employee numbers to over 80, added more vehicles to their delivery fleet, and ordered extra CNC machines to help aid production.

In addition, Made For Trade made their debut as an exhibitor at the FIT Show in April, where they unveiled the Korniche to an overwhelming positive response. They are due to attend the event again with a larger stand in 2017, when the show moves to the Birmingham NEC.

For more information on the Korniche lantern roof, contact Made For Trade on 01642 610799 or visit www.korniche.co.uk . If you would like to see a demonstration of the Korniche at your premises, please call Trevor Hopper, Korniche Trade Sales Manager, on 07712 674982.

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Qualicoat UK & Ireland are to exhibit at this years ‘Surface World Live’ which takes place at the NEC in Birmingham on the 22nd and 23rd March. The stand will be manned by current members and will offer the opportunity for potential members to discuss the benefits of membership and how it can benefit supply chain companies in the architectural powder coating market.

Now in its sixteenth year the association has grown to over 30 members in the UK and Ireland and is actively working with construction specifiers on facade and infrastructure projects where the correct choice and specification of finishes is required. Half of the membership is made up of applicator members spread across the UK who are on hand to assist with the specification process.

The association offers an RIBA approved CPD for its membership which enables members to interface directly with architects. The Qualicoat UK & Ireland stand will enable visitors to the show to discuss first hand the benefits of becoming a Qualicoat member and the benefits of commercial businesses working together to develop an internationally recognised standard for architectural coatings.

Copies of the Qualicoat standard, now in its fourteenth edition, are available through the UK association website, www.qualicoatuki.org, together with an up to date list of manufacturers and applicators. Printed literature and telephone support is available from Qualicoat UK & Ireland’s Head Office in Birmingham on 0121 601 6746. You can also follow the association on Twitter @Qualicoat.

GEZE is introducing a smart interface module for its door and window technology.

The IO 420 connects into the BACnet system – the standardised global data communication system independent of manufacturers and specific technologies – to manage light, heating, ventilation and alarm systems.

According to GEZE, it provides a fast, simple and standardised integration which works with GEZE window drives, automatic door systems, heat and smoke ventilation products, and safety technology products to provide heat and smoke ventilation, secure escape routes and provide a more pleasant and healthier indoor climate.

The interface enables a central control of automatic door systems and can monitor their status, showing which operating mode they are in and display options for alarms, making it particularly suitable for offices, passageways, shopping centres and public buildings.

Emergency exit protection can also be incorporated ensuring automatic release of electrical lock and swing door drives, immediate detection of abuse or incorrect operation, and motor lock control – identifying its current locking status.

Automatic window controls, and heat and smoke ventilation products can also be controlled by the IO 420. This can trigger a ‘nocturnal cool-down’, control window closure in case of rain or strong winds and can be used to support natural ventilation based on internal/external conditions – weather factors or presence of people in the building.

Kaz Spiewakowski, managing director of GEZE UK, said: “Smart building solutions are the future for many building types. They are convenient, reduce energy costs, increase security and introduce greater comfort for those using the building. The IO 420 is designed to be scalable and therefore suitable for a wide range of premises – from small rooms with a few windows to entire buildings with complete integration of automatic systems.”

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Prefix Systems has developed a contemporary lean-to version of its Warmroof.

While the existing structural chassis of the Prefix Warmroof is used, this new version incorporates a steel formed panel to provide the aesthetics of a zinc roof, creating what Prefix describes as a ‘modern and contemporary’ appearance.

One notable installation of this kind has been carried out by longstanding customer, Artisan Conservatories & Windows, in North Wales.

In this case, the lean-to was designed to replicate the pitch of the existing stone cottage with a grey Warmroof incorporating two Velux rooflights, while the windows, doors and guttering were specified in golden oak. The raked frame has also allowed for additional light and the vaulted ceiling has really helped create a true sense of space.

Ian Gibson, managing director of Artisan, commented: “This new Warmroof development has strong credentials and we already know that it is by far the best solid roof in the market. Having Prefix as a business partner, allows us to tap into a number of unique and exciting products, all backed by their considerable customer support.”

Chris Baron, co-director of Prefix Systems said: “Warmroof is the best performing solid roof in the market and the new contemporary lean to offering down to 5º is another USP for our customers. Product innovation is now very much part of the Prefix DNA, along with exemplary levels of customer care.”

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Clayton Glass has launched Smartglass Dynamic, which it claims is the industry’s first automatically self-tinting glass technology for conservatories, orangeries and other glazing elements.

According to Clayton, this new glass technology represents ‘the dawn in a new era of dynamic conservatory living’, but importantly for installers, can be handled in the same way as any other glass unit, is reportedly simple to install and will be manufactured in any shape within 10-14 days.

In the middle of summer, Smartglass Dynamic will reportedly change from a clear state in the morning to a deep blue during the day where solar control and light shading is needed most, yet as the unit cools will go back to clear at the end of the day and into the night. At all other times of day and season, this glass innovation will offer ‘various semi-tinted states’ according to Smartglass, depending on the surface temperature of the glass. In it’s clear state, the product is said to offer ‘a similar light transmission to a standard clear glass unit’.

From a technical perspective, the solar factor (G-value) of Smartglass Dynamic reportedly varies from 10-34%, with light transmission of 6-60% and offers a U-value of 1.2 W/m2K. From a solar control standpoint, it offers the best performance of any conservatory roof glass in the UK and with many standard roof glass offerings only able to achieve a G-value of 40%, outperforms these even in a clear state, with the considerable added benefit of acting dynamically from 10-34%, 365 days a year.

Clayton Glass has also developed a Smartglass Dynamic sample kit. This handy sized, interactive marketing tool, is said to ‘highlight the unique characteristics of this pioneering glass technology, in a clever and engaging way’.

Jason McCabe, commercial and site director of Clayton Glass, commented: “This is quite simply the most exciting glass development to hit the conservatory and domestic glazing markets I’ve seen in my career. It’s commercially viable from a manufacturing, installation and sales and marketing perspective and we’re expecting considerable interest in the product.”

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KAT has appointed its existing commercial director as managing director of the company as part of its ongoing market and production growth strategies and in recognition of the success and value generated under his management to date.

Chris Powell, who joined the leading doors and windows manufacturer in 2014, has implemented and overseen strategies for sales and marketing, product development and special projects. In his new role, Chris will spearhead further customer growth in new sectors, whilst underpinning the company’s core delivery and service offering.

Chris Powell said: “The business is in a leading position already with plans afoot to expand our offering to our existing UK and Ireland customers. I’m delighted to be at the helm of the company at such a pivotal stage in its growth and look forward to announcing positive news in 2017.”

With over 90 employees and 15 design partners across the UK and Ireland, KAT will imminently announce further senior recruitment and business acquisitions.

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