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Picture above: Brian Devlin (left) and Pete Garner (right) are congratulated by Carl F Groupco’s Managing Director John Crittenden on 20 years’ service.

Brian Devlin and Pete Garner, warehouse operatives at Carl F Groupco, have celebrated 20 years working for the hardware distributor. Both men play key roles in the supply side of the organisation supporting the company’s high On Time In Full (OTIF) delivery principles.

The main enhancements experienced by Brian and Pete during their two decades working for Carl F Groupco have included relocation to larger premises with a new warehouse in 2010. Automation advancements that have been introduced to increase the speed of despatch include a self-guiding robotic mobile pallet stretch wrapper investment in 2015.

A number of Carl F Groupco staff have achieved long service: from a team of eleven in the warehouse, three people have been employed for over twenty years and a further three have worked for the company for over thirty years.

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Pavani Konduru has left her role at Zoopla to join Leads2trade.

Pavani will be responsible for Leads2trade’s search engine marketing strategy, ensuring that its network of Trusted Local Supplier websites (which is where consumer’s register their interest before the team double qualify the leads) rank organically, as well as ensuring the current Leads2trade website is best in class.

Andy Royle, managing director at Leads2trade, said: “Pavani played a leading role in Zoopla’s search engine reputation. We have noticed a real shift towards homeowners wanting more information online before committing to getting quotes. With the experience of Pavani we are well positioned to develop a number of home improvement pricing tools to help homeowners make even more informed decisions before purchasing their desired home improvement.”

Pavani added: “My role is to ensure the impressive growth continues and we also continue to give our customers the very best service and their user experience is first-rate. I will also be working to boost lead volumes and ensure we stay at the forefront of any advances in online technology.”

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Despite the imminent launch of the outward opening System 76, Kommerling continue to invest in the 70mm platform and now their C70 and O70 Gold window and door system has been re-engineered to achieve a U-value of just 1.2 W/(m2k).

The accomplishment of this U-value, with the 5-chambered C70 and O70 Gold systems, was achieved on windows that were fully reinforced in the frame, sash and mullion. The glass specification was for a 28mm IGU, 90% argon filled comprising of Planiclear, Planitherm One and Swisspacer Ultimate spacer bar. The same window configuration also successfully achieved PAS 24 certification.

Brian McDonald, commercial manager for Kommerling commented: “While much of our focus is on the launch of the revolutionary System 76, we continue to fully invest and support the 70mm platforms of C70 and O70 Gold. For the commercial and new build sectors, the attainment of a U-value of just 1.2 with a relatively standard glass specification is a major breakthrough, helping our customers to stand out with better window performance as is the KÖMMERLING way.”

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May 25th sees a new EU Regulation come into force, the General Data Protection Regulation, and it’s already causing confusion and panic within the business community.

An army of consultants, advisors and groups have jumped on the band wagon, organising seminars and events that are often ill-informed, sometimes misleading and all-to-often designed to generate significant fees.

Andrew Scott, Managing Director of Insight Data, comments;

“Despite the barrage of information, courses and so-called experts that have emerged, there is no official certification or accreditation for GDPR. Anyone with limited knowledge can put on a seminar and offer advice, but our experience is that many of these simply get it wrong’.

In practice, the principles of the GDPR are straightforward and the Information Commissioners Office (ICO) provides easy to understand and comprehensive guidance for businesses, via www.ico.org.uk

“GDPR focuses on the fundamental rights and freedoms of the individual and defines how organisations should collect, store and process personal information. The ICO publishes clear and free information on how to become GDPR compliant” explains Andrew.

Marketing is a key area of confusion for many companies, with ill-informed GDPR consultants advising companies to rely on ‘consent’ as the way to comply.

“Consent is one way to comply with GDPR” continues Andrew; “however there are six ways to process data under GDPR, with ‘contract’ and ‘legitimate interest’ both perfectly suitable depending on the situation.”

“It is important to realise that GDPR relates to how companies collect, store and process personal data. Marketing communications – particularly electronic such as SMS and email, are governed by separate regulations, PECR (Privacy and Electronic Communications (EC Directive) Regulations 2003). PECR has not changed, although a replacement, ePrivacy, is currently in Draft format and is likely to be introduced in 2019.”

Insight Data has been tracking developments on the GDPR since it was first proposed in 2012 and worked closely with the DMA (Direct Marketing Association) and data protection lawyers throughout the process.

The company provides marketing data that helps companies target new customers including fabricators and installers, construction companies and builders, and architects. The data is collected, stored and processed to ensure it complies with the GDPR.

For more information contact Insight Data on 01934 808293 or visit www.insightdata.co.uk

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When homeowner Tim Morgan realised that multiple houses on his estate were being primed by unwanted intruders, he turned to Lock Lock in order to secure his home and more importantly, his young family.

Lock Lock is the only door security handle with Sold Secure certification, which is backed by the Master Locksmiths Association (MLA) and it also carries a TS007:2012 2 Star accreditation.

An increasing number of door manufacturers are looking towards Lock Lock, not only for its unrivalled security credentials, but also for the fact that it has now reached 6,000 hours in a salt spray chamber against the industry 240/480 standard.

Nick Dutton, CEO of Brisant Secure commented: “There’s nothing better than a homeowner testimonial to bring to life exactly what Lock Lock can do in terms of securing homes. Tim and his family can now be reassured that they are secure at night and day thanks to Lock Lock and they have joined thousands of other security conscious homeowners with the ultimate door security handle.”

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The Residence Collection has just unveiled a dedicated new website for the trade at www.residencecollectiontrade.co.uk that’s been designed as a complete resource hub for the three in one system, which boasts shared profiles, beads and single length ordering.

R², R7 and R9 all benefit from a dedicated landing platform on the new site showcasing design philosophies, performance, a clever interactive glazing bead designer, along with a wide range of hardware and ancillaries, including the deep, period-inspired Radlington Cill. There is also a colour selector that presents all of the unique and inspiring colour and woodgrain options that are available across The Residence Collection.

As you would expect from a truly unrivalled premium systems house, there are a wide range of marketing materials available for download or that can be ordered as part of a pack including brochures, case studies, wallcharts, door drops and a planning and conservation guide for R9. In addition, there is also a dedicated page on colour which includes dedicated colour guides by system, including wallcharts and visitors to the website can also request free sample swatches by system.

Sarah Hitchings, sales and marketing director of The Residence Collection commented: ‘The existing website for The Residence Collection is visually stunning with the information carefully orchestrated for the consumer and architect. Yet we had a need to create something equally as impressive, but with key messages, content and downloads for the trade.

She continued: ‘This new platform is the perfect environment in which the trade can experience our considerable products USP’s, unrivalled marketing support and ultimately strong financial returns.’

For further information for both retail and trade partner enquiries please visit www.residencecollection.co.uk e-mail journey@residencecollection.co.uk or call 01452 348650. You can also add to the considerable following on Twitter @residence9 and engage with them on other social media platforms including Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, Pinterest and Houzz.