Letter to the editor: Are you glazing your heritage units correctly? Dear Ian, As someone with over 30 years of experience manufacturing sealed units, I can’t think of another time where the heri e sector has been so firmly in the industry spotlight. Whether it’s best practice, compliance or consolidation, there are a multitude of issues which have ultimately got the industry talking. I fear though, we could be facing another potential issue, with a number of reported unit failures r … » more from E.J. Cocker & Son Ltd (Slenderline Glass) …»
Letter to the Editor - 'Betting the Farm' Dear Ian It's a dilemma we've seen in successful growing manufacturing and sales organisations br / Your business has grown and needs integrated systems - one set of data from Prospect to Invoice and Customer Care br / You need Joined up systems that don't rely on constantly re-keying the same information (or what you hope is the same !) br / Spreadsheets and separate pieces of software that don't talk to each oth … » more from MBA Associates Limited …»
Editor letter - the future of streamlined production, Chris Jones Dear Ian In the 35 years I’ve been in the industry, I’ve seen PVC-U manufacturing become more efficient, streamlined and lean. The principle of streamlined production is simple – removing unnecessary processes makes it more efficient and cost-effective. In practice it has helped improve quality throughout the manufacturing process, and it’s helped make business as profitable as possible. But, the process of … » more from Deceuninck …»
Letter to Fenestration News Dear Ian Burglars using blow torches to gain entry through people’s front doors has made national news over the last week, with articles in the Daily Mail, The Sun and The Mirror. We have received many enquiries from concerned homeowners through social media channels about their safety. The latest crime statistics also make for grim reading with robberies up 17% and the chances of being involved in a crime are now 1 i … » more from Brisant Secure …»
Letter to Fenestration News Dear Ian Over the years there has been much debate about best practice when it comes to heri e glazing and by that I mean windows that are specified with a narrow cavity or reduced sightline IGU. These are often a requirement for the replacement and refurbishment of windows in conservation areas, listed buildings and in Article 4 areas of designation. At Hodgson Sealants it has long been understood that our obligati … » more from Hodgson Sealants (Holdings) Ltd …»
Letter to the Editor - demise of SafeGlaze UK - DGCOS Dear Ian, If ever there was a time that proves comprehensive protection for consumers isn’t just a ‘nice to have’, it’s a ‘must have’ for the sake of the industry’s reputation, its now. With the demise of SafeGlaze UK, the industry should debate its stance on providing robust consumer protection. And the policing of this. Safeglaze has potentially left thousands of homeowners with unfulfilled orders, missing deposits … » more from Double Glazing and Conservatory Ombudsman Scheme (DGCOS) …»
Letter to the Editor - Protecting intellectual property - Alan Burgess Dear Ian, The industry has a mixed record of respecting intellectual property (IP). We’ve probably all seen cases of copying (ranging from accidental infringement to blatant copying and theft) of innovations, product design and brands. Common infringements range from using images and brochures without permission, passing off as other brands, as well as copying other companies’ products without permission and benefitting from … » more from Duchy Investments Ltd(Timberweld) …»
Letter to the Editor - Adrian Simpson, DGCOS Dear Ian In our role as the industry’s leading consumer protection champion, DGCOS is often asked by its members about issues surrounding the Consumer Contract Regulations, and as such wanted to take the opportunity to remind the broader market about the routes to compliance. Thanks to our considerable experience of working with our members, we’re in a great position to able to advise on how businesses can best comply with th … » more from Double Glazing and Conservatory Ombudsman Scheme (DGCOS) …»
Letter to Fenestration News Dear Ian Since publishing our door furniture performance and warranty research in May, installers have told us about the true cost of product failure which is tarnishing reputations as well as furniture. The door furniture ‘credit on return’ policies, where a credit for the rotting component is paid only when the faulty product is brought back from site, packaged and shipped off to the supplier for inspection. This is … » more from Brisant Secure …»
Letter to the Editor - Niche to making at scale Dear Ian, The flush sash market is growing rapidly, and research among fabricators indicates that it’s forecast to grow from an attractive niche to a mainstream window. But, if fabricators want to supply this growth market they need an economic way to make flush windows at scale. It’s growing fast because homeowners love minimal maintenance and windows which look wooden, even on the joints. For many years th … » more from Duchy Investments(Timberweld) …»
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 …»
Tradesmith Tradesmith sees demand rise for Ultraframe conservatories Sussex window and door manufacturer Tradesmith is seeing demand increase for superior conservatories thanks to its partnership with Ultraframe. The impressive range includes nine different designs, from traditional Lanterns to contemporary ‘Livin ... »
Freefoam Plastics - Freefoam’s quality and lifetime guarantees are number one for Simply Roofline, Ever since setting up shop in 2006, Simply Roofline has taken pride in its customer service and expertise in supplying and ...»
Glazerite UK Group Ltd - K2 and Glazerite refit is top of the class, When teachers at a Cheshire primary school were unable to use their recently installed windows, K2 Aluminium Systems and t ...»
K2 Conservatories Ltd - K2 and Glazerite refit is top of the class, When teachers at a Cheshire primary school were unable to use their recently installed windows, K2 Aluminium Systems and t ...»
Rapierstar Ltd - Poor quality hardware in spotlight following Cumbrian flood door failings, With a recent BBC news report highlighting numerous failures in flood doors which were fitted into Cumbrian homes as part ...»