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Improved sealing of windows is provided by ISO-BLOCO ONE foam tape available from leading supplier ISO-CHEMIE.

The multi-purpose foam tape enables installers to quickly and easily seal windows from inside the building during construction, avoiding the need to use time consuming and costly external access systems like scaffolding and ladders.

This can provide cost savings of up to 70% when compared to traditional three component systems – hiring access systems, with the associated health and safety issues, can add significantly to the overall cost of a new build or renovation project.

Moreover, because the foam sealant can be used in the wet and rain the installation of windows can be undertaken regardless of external weather conditions, avoiding time consuming and costly delays.

This can add-up to potential savings of hundreds of pounds per day, ISO CHEMIE estimates.

Self-adhesive ISO BLOCO ONE provides a high-performance seal for window and door joints up to 30mm wide and is impermeable to driving rain at a minimum of 1,000 Pa – 66% higher reliability than most conventional joint sealing tapes.

The internal air tight seal has been tested at 1000 Pa pressure difference (20 times more than UK Building Regulations.) and found to give less than 0.1 m³ of air loss. At the same time, depending on tape width, it will also supply a U-Value of 0.55 and reduce sound by 63 dB, straight from the box.

Once installed, the tape ensures structures are better protected from elemental factors like wind, dust and moisture ingress by accommodating the changes in structural movement caused by environmental, cyclical and settlement factors. Product complies with energy saving regulations (EnEV) on windows and doors as well as the RAL quality assurance association and can accommodate extremes of temperature changes, from -30°C to + 80°C.

BLOCO ONE offers a single product ‘fit and forget’ solution for fast and effective sealing based around the European RAL principles of three level sealing – the inside seal area is more airtight than the external one, allowing any trapped moisture inside the joint, or within the wall, to escape outwards rather than into the building.

The external seal area provides weather resistance and breathability, while the intermediate seal area provides extra thermal and acoustic properties and the internal one air tightness and humidity regulation.

ISO-CHEMIE is one of Europe’s main producers of impregnated foam sealants, specialising in the manufacturer of foam products from polyethylene (EPE), polypropylene (EPP) and polyurethane (PUR) using the latest production techniques. The company’s UK technical and distribution operation is based in the North East of England, supported by a dedicated logistics service to ensure customer orders are completed as quickly and efficiently as possible (usually next-day delivery).

www.iso-chemie.co.uk

Quanex company Edgetech, the leading experts in warm edge technology called on the industry knowledge and expertise of Insight Data for their special anniversary event to mark 10 years of UK manufacture.

As part of the proceedings which celebrated Edgetech’s decade of success at their UK headquarters in Coventry and highlighted their bold plans for the future, Insight Data’s Managing Director Andrew Scott provided an in-depth analysis of the fenestration industry using Insight’s unrivalled industry-specific data.

“When Edgetech – a long-standing Salestracker customer, asked me to be a part of their event to delve into the state of the industry, I was more than happy to oblige,” comments Andrew. “Through our pioneering live data, specific to the wider construction and fenestration industries, we are able to see where the industry is heading, the growing movements and trends as well as forecast the opportunities and challenges on the horizon.”

“It’s a great privilege to partner with Edgetech to celebrate their success and see such a positive reception from the dignitaries, members of the media and industry professionals in attendance for Insight Data and our findings. Over 700 users including leading systems houses, fabricators, component suppliers and IGU manufacturers rely on Salestracker and our data to transform their sales and marketing strategies.”

In a full programme of events which also saw Edgetech unveil their new £1 million distribution centre, Andrew presented alongside the firm’s UK Managing Director, Chris Alderson and executives from Edgetech’s parent company Quanex including Chairman and CEO, Bill Griffiths.

“We thank Andrew and the Insight Data team for their continued partnership and for providing their expert analysis of the UK market,” comments Charlotte Davies, Head of Marketing at Edgetech UK. “It’s clear to see from the findings how much the industry has changed over the 10 years we’ve been manufacturing Super Spacer in the UK. We look forward to seeing what the future brings with our new facilities and a clear vision for the next decade and beyond.”

As well as curating their renowned industry reports, Insight Data is the force behind Salestracker which combines an online prospect database, CRM system and now an integrated email marketing platform. Salestracker provides accurate, real-time data for over 60,000 prospects, validated by a thorough seven stage verification process.

For a demo of Salestracker or for more information, contact Insight Data on 01934 808293 or via email at hello@insightdata.co.uk.

The FOM LMT65 aluminium machining and cutting centre stands as the continuation of Sternfenster’s major investment programme. Purchased from the Promac Group, the FOM LMT65 has been strategically integrated into Sternfenster’s strategic growth plans, allowing them to double bi-fold door capacity whilst simultaneously cutting manufacturing and lead times.

This allows Sternfenster Approved Installers to benefit in a number of ways, including lead times of as little as three days, increased quality and efficiency, enhanced flexibility and improved opportunities for higher margin sales. This demonstrates the investment that Sternfenster place in their Installer Network.

The FOM LMT65 utilises innovation and intelligence to create a flexible aluminium cutting and routeing line. The multi-spindle preparation unit with a 360° variable angle allows access to all four sides of the profile, which is then automatically linked to the sawing unit which features a 650mm diameter blade with electronic tilt control. This allows high quality to stay consistent.

This aluminium machine and cutting centre also features a bar feeder and pick up system with an adaptive rotating gripper. Overall, this means that the FOM LMT65 has the in-built flexibility to handle a wide range of different profiles. This allows Approved Installers to offer a wider range of aluminium products in a quick, simple and efficient way.

Becoming a Sternfenster Approved Installer is quickly becoming the smart way to invest in the future of the industry, with aluminium on course to reach a 17-year high topping 220,000 frames by 2020. This also includes growth in the bi-fold door market of 30% in the same period to 55,000 door sets, with aluminium accounting for sales of more than 35,000 units.

The range of aluminium products that Sternfenster offers their Approved Installers allows their customers to stay at the forefront of double glazing design. With the Secured by Design aluminium bi-fold door and the brand new aluminium vertical sliding sash window in tow, the FOM LMT65 makes the process of offering market-leading products to homeowners smoother and quicker.

This investment also ties in with Sternfenster’s latest venture, a high performance powder coating facility. With the Sternfenster Approved Installer Network growing from strength to strength, Sternfenster is continually demonstrating their investment in quality, innovation and product options to allow their Approved Installers to gain a competitive edge in the market.

Mike Parczuk, Managing Director of Sternfenster, commented on the new FOM LMT65:

“We are always looking for ways to offer more to our Approved Installers. This new aluminium cutting and machining centre integrates into our brand new aluminium factory, which now represents a total investment of £3.6 million. We understand the importance of being one step ahead in the industry, which is why we always strive to offer our customers the tools to do so.”

Grow your business the smart way by becoming a Sternfenster Approved Installer. Get in touch by calling 01522 51 25 25 or by visiting www.sternfenster.com for more information. It’s never been easier to offer your customers the best in class.

N&C Glass, said to be the UK’s largest independent supplier of glass and glazing products, has reportedly invested more than £250,000 in new manufacturing equipment to meet increased demand for shaped Pilkington fire glass and enable the business to become a one-stop shop for fire-resistant glass, regardless of its complexity.

The company, based in Beckton in London’s Docklands, specialises in fire-resistant glass, safety & security glass, window glass and high-performance commercial units. Through its on-site manufacturing facilities and owned distribution network, it supplies sealed units and stock glass to a broad range of customers, from high value commercial projects to independent glaziers.

Over the past 12 months N&C Glass has reportedly experienced increased demand for fire-resistant glass in a variety of shapes, as customers request products that not only meet the necessary safety requirements, but are also aesthetically pleasing. The new investment will enable N&C to deliver a complex product that meets both challenging design and performance requirements.

N&C Glass’ recent investment has seen the company add a state-of-the-art waterjet cutting equipment and new vertical saw to its manufacturing facility. The new kit means N&C Glass can complement demand for straight edged panels with more complex, non-linear shapes. As a result, it has more than doubled its output of cut to size glass, while also reducing lead times for customers.

Graham Ingle, product manager, clear fire protection glass at Pilkington United Kingdom, said: “N&C’s significant investment in two new pieces of equipment reflects the growing demand for shaped fire-resistant glass across the industry. It is now a one-stop shop for the complete range of fire-resistant glass, regardless of its complexity.

“Fire-resistant glass plays a critically important role in protecting both buildings and their occupants, and because of this we only work with a handful of trusted firms across the UK to process and supply Pilkington fire-resistant glass products. N&C has fully met our expectations over the years and we look forward to seeing the business continue to go from strength to strength following its investment.”

Richard Howe, operations director at Nicholls & Clarke Glass, added: “Fire-resistant glass plays a major role in our business and the decision to invest £250,000 in new equipment to meet the increased demand for shaped fire-resistant glass was an obvious one.

“We’ve worked alongside Pilkington for more than two decades now, providing its products to our customers, and our two new machines will enable us to continue to meet customer demand more effectively and efficiently.”

www.pilkington.co.uk

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Warm edge experts Edgetech welcomed VIPs from throughout the industry to a celebration marking a decade of UK manufacturing.

The company’s Coventry factory became the first warm edge manufacturing facility in the country back in 2007. Exactly ten years on, dignitaries including Bill Griffiths and George Wilson from parent company Quanex and John Blundell, Deputy Lord Mayor of Coventry, marked the anniversary by officially opening a $1.3m extension to the same site.

Attendees heard presentations from Edgetech UK Managing Director Chris Alderson, President of Quanex IG Systems George Wilson, who has since been promoted to COO of the Quanex Group, Quanex Chairman and CEO Bill Griffiths, as well as industry expert Andrew Scott, Managing Director of Insight Data. Guests were also treated to a virtual tour of the new facilities.

“We were absolutely delighted to welcome so many colleagues, customers, members of the media and others to our HQ to celebrate such a major milestone and unveil our new facilities,” comments Chris Alderson, Edgetech UK Managing Director. “This event has given us a fantastic opportunity to reflect on everything we’ve accomplished over the last decade, and to say thank you to our customers, many of whom have been with us since day one.

“It also gave us the chance to share our vision for the next decade and beyond – and demonstrate both our strong relationship with Quanex, and our unwavering commitment to product research and development.”

The Quanex Chairman’s Safety Award was presented to Works Manager John Stark to recognize Edgetech UK’s impeccable safety record, while Head of Marketing Charlotte Davies received a £1,000 donation from the company towards her efforts for Paddle2Pedal, the all-female event from GM Fundraising that will see 12 fenestration professionals canoe, abseil and cycle hundreds of miles in August to raise money for the Hope House Children’s Hospice.

Attendees made generous charity donations also totaling £1,000 sterling and – reflecting the international guest-list – a further £500 in dollars and euros which brings Charlotte’s fundraising total so far to over £4,000.

The event culminated with a fun-filled medieval banquet, and Edgetech’s annual golf event the following day.

A video of the event is currently in production, and will be published on Edgetech’s website. If you would like a copy, please email Head of Marketing Charlotte Davies on charlotte.davies@edgetechig.com.

For more information on Edgetech’s range of spacers and to stay up-to-date with the latest developments from the company visit: www.edgetechig.co.uk.

For more information on Edgetech and its wide range of products call 02476 639931 or visit www.edgetechig.co.uk