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Yale’s Smart Living range has grown from strength to strength and to reflect this, a recent revamp and extension in the Yale offices has taken place to create a Smart Living showcase suite. The new space has a brickwork exterior to give the illusion of a house with roofline, CCTV, Alarm completed with a Conexis® L1 Smart Door Lock on the front door.

Now even bigger and better, the updated Smart Living suite will provide Yale with a comfortable space to invite customers to both view the Smart Living range, and give the opportunity for guests to get hands-on with the products in a ‘real life’ scenario. This is ideal for demonstrating the features and benefits of products and for showcasing how they integrate with devices from Yale’s integration partners such as Amazon Echo, Nest and Philips Hue.

David Herbert, Business Development Director for Yale Smart Living, commented: “The new showroom reflects our commitment to the Yale Smart Living range and how its success has enabled the range to grow and develop partnership opportunities with key players in the technology industry.

“The smart security industry is thriving as we see new products and innovations enter the market place every day. This provides a huge opportunity for the trade to capitalise on the developing connected smart home sector and increase expertise and revenue opportunities.

“From our consumer research, we found that 80% of consumers would want smart products professionally installed*. However, we recognise that some trade professionals don’t feel completely comfortable using the new technology and need to assess how they are going to develop their business models. The Smart Living space is aiming to challenge perceived complexities by giving trade customers the opportunity to use the products for themselves and ask any questions.”

The demand for smart security products is increasing, as Yale recently took its revolutionary Conexis® L1 Smart Door Lock on TV. The advert has been a huge success reaching 55 million homeowners nationwide with an even bigger reach online and across social media.

The Smart Living range is available as standalone products comprising of smart door locks, smart home alarms and smart CCTV kits, as well as a complete home security system, built around an intelligent smart security hub, which integrates with a wide range of modular accessories.

If you’d like to come and look around the new space and get hands-on with the products yourself, please feel free to contact us on 01902 366800 or email info@yaledws.co.uk to make an appointment for your visit.

For further information about Yale Smart Living range, please visit www.yale.co.uk/smart-living or follow us on Twitter @YaleDWS for updates.

Thermoseal Group showcased its Thermobar and Thermoflex spacer systems at Fenestration BAU at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre recently, and is also exhibiting at Glasstech Asia, at the Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre in Singapore, on 22-24 November on stand H03.

So far this year, Thermoseal Group has exhibited at China Glass in Shanghai and then at the Vitrum Exhibition in Milan during October. Both exhibitions were also attended in support of two of the Group’s key distributors in the Chinese and Italian markets.

Thermoseal Group’s head of marketing and communications, Samantha Hill, said: “We now supply our products in 27 countries across five continents and have a multitude of product trials currently being carried out across the world. Exhibitions and our websites, including our multilingual satellite sites thermobarwarmedge.com and thermoflexwarmedge.com, continue to be our biggest source of entry into new markets. The contacts we have met at exhibitions who are now purchasing our products have also proven great referrals for new business.

“We are already planning to attend several exhibitions in 2018, including the industry’s leading International Exhibition, Glasstec International Trade Fair on 23-26 October in Dusseldorf, Germany. We will again be hosting our popular Thermobar international party during an evening of the show so please link up with me on Twitter or LinkedIn for first announcements of the party and to secure your entrance ticket. If you’re on our customer and prospect database, we’ll send e-mails and postal invites soon.”

www.thermosealgroup.com

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profine Group has significantly expanded its production facilities in Pirmasens, Germany for the continued growth of the KÖMMERLING brand in key markets, including the UK.

The international manufacturer of PVCu profiles for windows and doors, has recently purchased a 750,000 square foot site from the city administration in Pirmasens to support future growth. The area is located on the opposite side of the federal road B10, in the immediate vicinity of the existing profine factory premises, which already boasts 2.6million square feet of space.

From summer 2018, profine plans to develop the new production site, as part of a long-term growth strategy, which will also realise an increase in the workforce from the current level of 1,200, making it one of the largest employers in the area. According to the owner and CEO of profine Group, Dr. Peter Mrosik, they want to invest a two-digit €multi-million amount by 2022.

Stefan Seidel, managing director of KÖMMERLING and profine UK, commented: ‘This investment in Germany will not only support their local geographical market, but also our activities in the UK. We have a firm strategic plan in place for the UK, which is both exciting and dynamic and I look forward to sharing it with our profile partners in due course.

He continued: ’With the launch of System 76 in the casement, flush sash and fully reversible due at the end of quarter 1, 2018 our position as the leading PVCu systems innovator will be further realised.’

For KÖMMERLING information 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.

As one of the world’s oldest and most famous motorcycle manufacturers, Royal Enfield is known for creating modern classics and the company’s cool and contemporary style has inspired the design of a striking new technology centre in Leicestershire, which features a range of aluminium glazing solutions from Senior Architectural Systems.

Designed by LE1 Architects, the highly glazed façade of the impressive two storey research and development facility has been created by leading fabricator and installer Unique Window Systems Ltd for main contractor Stepnell.

With the need to maximise the flow of natural light whilst ensuring a comfortable internal working environment a key requirement, the attractive slim sightlines and enhanced thermal performance of Senior’s popular SF52 aluminium curtain wall system was the perfect choice for the building’s dramatic glazed entrance. To complete the fenestration package, Senior’s slim profile thermally-broken SPW300 aluminium windows were also specified, alongside Senior’s high-performance SPW500 and SPW501 aluminium doors which are ideally suited to high traffic applications.

Having successfully worked with Senior Architectural Systems on previous contracts, Unique Windows Systems Ltd recommended the use of Senior’s products for this high-profile scheme where achieving the desired aesthetics and performance was paramount.  The strong yet slim profile of Senior’s SF52 aluminium curtain wall and SPW300 aluminium windows have helped to create the sleek, modern finish that the architect and client desired, with the low U-values offered by both systems also contributing to the overall energy-efficiency of the building.

Commenting, Patrick Marston, marketing manager at Unique Windows Systems Ltd said: “Senior Architectural Systems provide an excellent range of aluminum products for us to fabricate from. We often have complex budget and performance requirements from our customers to consider and Senior have a portfolio of products that means we can offer our clients an array of options to best suit”.

Located on the site of a former airbase in Bruntingthorpe near Lutterworth in Leicestershire, the new technology center for Royal Enfield is set to play a vital role in the manufacturer’s long-term product development strategy and as well as providing new office and design space, also includes state of the art facilities for the testing of new motorcycles.

For more information about Senior, visit www.seniorarchitectural.co.uk

Rounding off a remarkable year for the South-East installer, SEH BAC has won two prestigious G17 Awards, including the highly-sought after Installer of the Year award.

The Installer of the Year award recognises SEH BAC’s unwavering commitment to outstanding products, expert craftsmanship and exceptional service. The firm, renowned across the region for its expertise in windows, doors and conservatories were also awarded Retail Promotional Campaign of the Year for their first-class approach to customer engagement and communications.

“We are absolutely thrilled to win two G Awards, especially Installer of the Year, which is an incredible validation of the customer-first approach we have held throughout our 45 years of trading,” comments John Savage, Managing Director of SEH BAC. “Winning at The G Awards is no easy task, so to not only win but to be the night’s only double winner, it just goes to show the strength of SEH BAC and the outstanding quality of our amazing team.”

The double G Award success completed a hat-trick of high-profile award wins in just 48 hours. The firm, which is part of Suffolk-based One Group Construction, a £130m group of companies which complete nationwide construction projects, also won the Community Benefit Award from The National Home Improvement Council. The award recognised SEH BAC’s transformation of the West Cliff Theatre in Clacton, the winner of their £10,000 Community Giveaway Competition.

“2017 has been a fantastic year and these prestigious awards are the icing on the cake,” adds John. “We’ve focused our attention this year on improving every part of our operation whether it’s expanding our product lines, opening new showcentres or creating dynamic, accessible promotions with our partners Purplex to bring our range closer to consumers.”

“Throughout all of this, we have kept to our deep-routed commitment of delivering a supreme service from enquiry right through to completion. We are honoured to see the high-levels of customer satisfaction we receive, backed up by this overwhelming recognition from our industry colleagues. 2017 will take a lot to beat, but with the talented, driven team we have, we know we can do it!”

For more information, call 0808 159 6310 or visit www.sehbac.com.

Brisant Secure has been shortlisted for three Construction Marketing Awards (CMA). The premium hardware company, whose products include the TS 007 3 star cylinder lock Ultion and the new TS 007 2* security handle Lock Lock, has been nominated for Best Use of Website, Best Digital Campaign and Best Use of Direct Marketing.

A key element of Brisant’s success has been its use of www.ultion-lock.co.uk to attract homeowner traffic and then generate leads for composite door installers and locksmiths. Since its launch just two years ago, an integrated direct and digital campaign has rapidly increased traffic to Ultion’s website so it now receives more than 12,000 new unique visitors each month, with an annual total of 140,000 new unique visitors between July 2016-August 2017. Videos showing break-in attempts on doors with Ultion compared to those with other cylinders have been viewed 88,307 times, while the ‘Find A Door That Locks’ feature has generated 13,562 high quality homeowner leads for door installers and approved locksmiths.

“The Ultion website and our marketing campaigns, coupled with PR and social media activity, have helped boost Brisant sales almost 10 times in 2 years,” comments Nick Dutton, CEO of Brisant Secure. “We’re delighted with our nominations and are looking forward to the gala dinner on 30^th November.”

The CMAs are organized by the Chartered Institute of Marketing’s Construction Industry Group (CIMCIG). For more information and details of other finalists, visit www.cmawards.co.uk.

To find out more call 01924 410 200, visit www.ultion-lock.co.uk or follow @UltionLock on Twitter.

Epwin Window Systems are pleased to announce that Katrina Earl has been promoted to National Sales Manager, Fenestration Division.  In her new role, Katrina will report directly to Paul Lindsay, Sales Director and will be responsible for the development of sales within the Fenestration Division working across both Epwin Window Systems and the soon to be launched, Epwin Glass business.

Commenting on her appointment, Katrina said: “I am delighted to accept this new position within the company and look forward to developing sales across the two business areas. We are fortunate to have a professional and proactive customer base too that is well placed to help us deliver the ongoing sales growth we are seeking going forward. It’s exciting times for the Group and I am delighted to be part of this successful business.”

Previously holding the position of Northern Regional Sales Manager for Epwin Window Systems, Katrina has been instrumental in helping build the company’s well-respected position in the market. Her appointment as National Sales Manager, Fenestration Division reflects the strength of her abilities and her commitment to the success of the business.

Katrina takes up the new position with immediate effect.

www.epwin.co.uk

Everglade Windows, the number one fabricator in London has been named a double finalist in the West London Business Awards 2018, making the shortlist in both the Manufacturing and Engineering Company and SME of the Year categories for the second year running.

Yogesh Gopal, Managing Director at Everglade Windows said: “It’s a fantastic achievement for the Everglade team to be recognised by our West London Business peers again this year. Last year, we were highly commended in the Manufacturing and Engineering category, so we’re hoping to win the title this year.

“Everglade Windows has called West London home for more than 37 years, so winning a West London Business Award would mean such a lot to the whole team.”

The West London Business community has been running the awards for five years now, and is governed by some of the biggest names in UK business, including Heathrow Airport, Fullers and Brunel University.

Andrew Dakers, CEO of West London Business said: “We have again received a good number of entries this year, despite tougher entry criteria, making this the hardest year yet in which to secure a place on the final shortlist of the West London Business Awards.

“Our shortlist provides a fantastic window on the excellence that continues to drive West London’s economy, as well as the exciting innovations coming through.  The awards night at Wembley will provide a fitting platform to recognise the success of all these businesses.”

The winners will be announced at the West London Business Awards Gala Dinner on Thursday 1 February 2018 at Wembley Stadium.