Introducing SL16

Morley Glass and Glazing has enhanced its product offer with the introduction of a new slimline ScreenLine integral blind system.

SL16 is said to be ideal for use in composite doors and vertical sliding windows due to its slimline 10mm slats, making it the first integrated blind system that is suitable for use in a 16mm cavity.
The range includes the slider controlled SL16S Venetian, as well as the SL26C Venetian with cord control.

Both are currently only available in the UK exclusively through Morley Glass and Glazing, and are available in white, beige and silver. They come complete with the additional features such as warm edge spacer bars as standard.

Ian Short, Morley Glass & Glazing managing director, said: “In the past, integral blinds didn’t fit into anything thinner than a 28mm frame.

“Today, though, there is much more of a demand from people with composite doors and vertical sliding windows, and this slimline product will be able to appeal to part of the market that has not previously been serviced by integral blinds.”

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Specialist aluminium fabricator Alumen has started 2018 in style, with the launch of the Millennium Plus aluminium entrance door, which offers versatility outstanding credentials to both the residential and commercial market.

Alan Robinson, Alumen’s MD, said: “The door can be fitted with either double or triple glazed IGUs up to 54mm thick, or with a fully bonded aluminium panel, which conceals the door’s profiles and offers the appearance of an ultra-stylish, single composite style slab. It can handle sash sizes up to 1,800mm x 3,300mm in size, or 220kg in weight – with either standard or premium concealed hinges – so it works well in a wide range of settings.

“The impressive thermal performance, complemented with a specialist range of high-end door furniture, industry-leading security and various sidelight, threshold and rail options, makes Alumen’s new product a versatile premium aluminium front door for the high-end residential or commercial market.”

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Wayne Devine, a well-known industry stalwart, has announced his decision to step down after 28 years as CEO of the MASCO UK Window Group.

He leaves in early March and the process to find his successor has begun. In the interim, Darius Padler, MASCO Group Vice President, will take the CEO role for the UK Window Group.

As the founder of the successful business, Wayne served as CEO following its acquisition in 2000 by the MASCO Corporation, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of home improvement products.

Over the years, Wayne has worked tirelessly to establish and grow the company, which has become one of the UK’s largest PVC-U window and door fabricators. The Group supplies doors, windows and conservatories to fabricators and installers across all market sectors from its multiple manufacturing sites across the UK. Its familiar quality brands include Phoenix Doors, Duraflex, Techniglass, Premier and Evolution.

Steve Forbes, MASCO Vice President HR Europe comments: “Wayne has decided that now is the right time to step down, for both personal and business reasons. We are grateful for Wayne’s years of service and his utmost dedication to realising the operating and strategic objectives as well as his commitment to MASCO.”

He adds: “The functional leadership of the business remains unchanged as does our commitment to serve our expanding customer base with quality products and services. It’s very much business as usual.”

Contact MASCO UKWG on 01684 852673 or visit the website at www.ukwg.co.uk.

Caledonia Doors has extended its range of high quality PVC-U doors and windows to include Rehau’s Agila sliding door, providing a wider offering to its end user and trade customers.

The Agila sliding door has slim sightlines to maximise light into a room and can be used as either a patio or entrance door. The doors are double glazed for maximum energy efficiency and like the Agila composite range, they come in a range of foils thanks to Rehau’s extensive selection of traditional and contemporary laminates.

To be able to fabricate the sliding doors, the Caledonia Doors’ team were given training by REHAU engineers.

Kevin Byrne, from Caledonia Doors, said: “We look forward to manufacturing, what we have assessed to be, a fantastic system with same passion and dedication we currently employ with our composite door range. With the continued support of REHAU we have been able to maximise the quality of all our products, which makes this transition to the AGILA Sliding Door the perfect move for our progressive company at this time.“

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Martin Rowe has been unveiled as the Sales Director of Gloucester based aluminium specialists CDW Systems Limited.

Martin has been working at CDW Systems for 13 years where he joined as a Sales Order Processor having previously worked for computer software, systems and fabrication companies within the aluminium industry.

“We are delighted to have Martin on board in this new role; promoting from within is always our preferred option,” says Managing Director, Mike Davis.

“We know that, moving forward, Martin will continue to apply the same enthusiasm he has shown over many years to help CDW strategically continue with its expansion programme.

In September of last year, the company underwent a management buyout (MBO).

East Manor Group Ltd has been newly formed by the new management team to manage the group’s three operating companies which includes CDW Systems Ltd, Clearway Doors & Windows Ltd and Designex Cabinets Ltd.

2017 also saw CDW Systems included in the prestigious publication, The Parliamentary Review as an example of best practice in the manufacturing industry.

“These are exciting times for CDW Systems,” adds Martin.  “I’m proud to be taking on more responsibilities as Sales Director in a company that is so committed to its own growth and to the development of its employees.

“In 2018 we are planning on launching even more new products and continuing to ensure that whatever product or service approach an installer wants, we can offer it. I look forward to being even more actively involved in these decisions and contributing to the ongoing development of the business.”

For more information visit www.cdwsystems.co.uk or call 01452 414853

Hardware and tools supplier Window Ware has strengthened their local sales force by appointing Brad Jackson as its newest area sales manager. Brad is taking over from recently-retired sales veteran Alan Carvell to provide regional support and hardware expertise to customers in the Midlands, Derby, South Yorkshire and mid Wales.

Brad says he is keen to bring his customers the high levels of service they expect, alongside the Window Ware products. He said: “I’m going to dedicate my first few months to settling in and getting to know my customers. My predecessor had formed strong, long-standing working relationships with many fenestration firms in the region and I want to build on those solid foundations.”

Richard Bryant, Window Ware’s commercial director, added: “The company has its origins in fabrication and we’re keen to stay close to our roots. By actively employing people with real fabricator experience, we can build and maintain our practical knowledge and understanding of what window and door manufacturers want from a supply partner to ensure we’re meeting and even exceeding expectations with every interaction.”

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Wilburn Basin is a brand new high quality housing development of nearly 500 homes in four blocks ranging from 8 to 21 storeys sited around the historic River Irwell Basin, Manchester.

The main contractor Renaker specified PVC-U for the windows and doors because of its ability to deliver the aesthetics, performance and U values needed within the budget required.

Main contractor Renaker awarded the contract to manufacture and install the windows and doors to longstanding Spectus customer Worsley Glass.

Worsley Glass manufactured the windows using the Spectus Elite 70 system and used an Anthracite Grey (RAL 7016) Smooth on White foil finish. The windows offered an overall U value of 1.2 W/m² and the company achieved the high dB ratings needed to meet the specifications by using acoustic laminate glass backed with different thicknesses of low e glass.

The project took two years and the finished result has transformed the Wilburn Basin area and regenerated a formerly run-down area of land close to Manchester city centre.

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