Letter to the Editor, definition of ‘suited hardware - Nick Dutton Dear Ian Over recent weeks there’s been increased debate about what exactly is the definition of ‘suited hardware.’ For years we have been sold door furniture ranges under this banner, yet this definition is now being questioned. The Cambridge Dictionary suggests that suite is a noun often used in relation to ‘a set of furniture for one room, of matching design and colour.’ So, for the door furniture sector it would s … » more from Brisant Secure …»
Letter to the Editor - security and guarantees Dear Ian We hear a lot about crime in the media, and it’s that awareness of crime that drives perceptions and magnifies our fear. So homeowners feel vulnerable when they hear that some police forces have stopped investigating burglaries because they say they don’t have the time or budget to investigate them, and the chances of bringing someone to book are very low. Homeowners also puzzle over conflicting reports abou … » more from VBH (GB) Ltd …»
Letter to the Editor - coloured profile in the heat Dear Ian According to the Met Office, since 2002 we’ve had nine of the 10 hottest years in the last 100. Climate change scientists say this summer’s heatwave could soon be the norm. We’re sweltering! But, how are your foiled and colour windows, doors and conservatories? Some say, not so well. There’s been more of the usual crop of problems from people cutting corners and ignoring systems companies’ (Syscos) prudent r … » more from Deceuninck …»
Letter to the Editor - Tradesmith to suspend the sale of bought-in fire-rated composite doors Friday 10 August 2018 Dear Ian, Following the Government’s announcement (31 July) that five manufacturers’ fire doors failed to meet fire performance standards after an on-going investigation by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG), Tradesmith is suspending the sale of bought-in fire-rated composite doors until further tests have been carried out and the results published. I expec … » more from Tradesmith …»
Letter to the Editor - Installation tape offers a solution to the silicone shortage Dear Ian, As hundreds of your readers will know all too well, we’re in the middle of the worst silicone shor e in years – and in fenestration, that’s a big problem. We’re now faced with higher prices, longer lead times - often by weeks, not days - and the dilemma of whether to suck up the punishment and try and wait it out, or think long-term and look for alternatives. The causes for the shor e are complex … » more from tremco illbruck Limited …»
Letter to the Editor - Implications of a colour-only fabricator, Rob McGlennon Dear Ian Many fabricators chase every order. White or foiled, selling more frames is the goal, even if you take a hit on margins. When I predicted we’d see the first colour-only fabricators this year, it caused a stir. But it wasn’t a publicity stunt. We’re very nearly there with several fabricators selling colour and supplying white only if asked. Imagine a different business model from the one most fabricators are … » more from Deceuninck …»
Letter to the editor: Housebuilding is BACK, is your business missing out? Dear Ian, Whilst it’s long been said that the UK housebuilding industry is on its knees, we are once again beginning to see an increase of new houses being built. Yes, it may not yet be enough to meet the incredible demand for houses, but new developments are appearing all over the UK. In fact, in 2017 UK construction companies experienced their best year in a decade as builders registered plans to start over 160,000 new hom … » more from Insight Data …»
Letter to the editor: Fire safety is far more than just fire doors Dear Ian, The tragedy of the Grenfell Tower disaster last year has quite-rightly put fire safety back at the top of the industry’s agenda where it belongs. Since these devastating events last June, manufacturers, suppliers, installers and end-users have all been questioning not only the quality of their fire-rated products, but also their performance. Whilst this scrutiny of fire-rated products is incredibly importa … » more from Teal Products …»
Letter to the editor - to supply R9 on a frame-only basis Dear Ian, There’s been a lot of discussion (and I suspect that there’s probably a lot more to come!) about our decision to offer Residence 9 unglazed - in addition to glass bonded options - which puts us in an almost unique position of being able to supply R9 on a frame-only basis. Our reasons for doing this are pretty simple. R9 is a great system. It’s redefined the way that PVC-U is sold and it has opened up major … » more from H.W.L. Trade Frames …»
Letter to the Editor - Don’t fake it – get the real thing! Dear Editor ‘Traditional timber looks, without the cost or maintenance!’ – in a nutshell, that’s the message coming from the ‘timber-alternative’ market. But it’s wrong. Even the best, most detailed uPVC products can’t convincingly pass for wood – and modern timber is a stunning, long-lasting, high-performing window material. So why are so many installers settling for second best? Once, timber products were f … » more from West Port Windows & Doors Ltd …»
Letter to the Editor - follow up on colour Ian, People are surprised when I say I’m expecting the first ever colour-only fabricators to emerge this year. But colour is growing fast. It’s already a large and profitable part of the market. Six of our top fabricators are over 50% colour and I’m getting calls all the time from forward looking fabricators who now want to talk about colour. So what’s driving this change? It’s coming from truly colour-focu … » more from Deceuninck …»
BEWARE Unglazed Residence 9 Windows! Dear Ian, If you’re a window industry veteran like me, chances are you’ll remember the ‘pinking profile’ issue that arose during the late 80s and early 90s. As systems companies fought for better margins they ‘value engineered’ their formula, taking out essential components that resisted UV attack. The net result was profile discolouration and it severely damaged the reputation of the uPVC window and door industry, costing in … » more from Dekko Window Systems Ltd …»
Rapierstar Ltd Rapierstar reveals top three fastener failings Analysis of data from over 250 customer factory audits by window and door fastener specialist Rapierstar has revealed that most fabricators suffer quality, productivity and health and safety problems because of the same three basic fastener select ... »
Vista Group (Vista Panels) - Vista prove vital for Hampshire installer, When you’re as passionate about doors as Sure4Doors are then it stands to reason that you will only work with the best man ...»
VBH (GB) Ltd - Modplan and VBH: a success story, Established window, door and conservatory fabricator Modplan is a one-stop shop for its customers. Continuing investment i ...»
The Georgian Bar Company Ltd - Nationwide says new build loves Georgian Bar, em “Between 40 and 50 percent of windows we install include a feature bar from The Georgian Bar Company,” /em says John ...»
ODL Europe - A total solution from ODL Europe, Ask Nathan Barr, Managing Director of ODL Europe, what customers value about ODL and he says: em “The fact we offer total ...»