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Contents
Issue #31
Introduces the Diamond Standard

p.54
06 Christmas
Thank you Section.
48
Doors 88 Top 5 Apps
Section.
Of the month.
10 Machining
Section.
60 Hardware
Section.
90
Glass
Section.
12 Events & Awards

Section.
67 Industry Tweets
Of the month.
92 Spacer Bar
Section.
36 Fabricator & Installer

Section.
68 Windows
Section.
96 Certification
Section.
46 Glass & Glazing Fed

Section.
80 General
Section.
100 Marketing

Section.
Positive results for the

glass machinery Co.
Are you Fit for

Chritmas?
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A quintet of awards
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102 Social Network List

Spread.
122 Top 5 Viral Videos

Of the month.
106 Music

Section.
125 Classified

Adverts.
109 Appointments

Section.
112 Conservatory

Section.
118 Stockist Map

Spread.
New WarmCore video

shows just how to do it
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Swisspacers
new toolkit
p.92
All Kats Sliding doors

have Ultion Security
p.62
Christmas Section
ith Christmas on all our
positively to the MyTradeTV request
have children or young family members
minds at the moment, the
and have contributed generously to the
of varying ages.
Also, at some time
MyTradeTV team will be
Christmas Charity fund. Consequently,
or another, we all have to face some
once again holding a Charity Day with a
the team has purchased, wrapped and will
serious medical issues.
difference for children who are unable to
deliver individual Christmas presents to
affect our children it is horrendous and
celebrate with their families at home.
Pinderfields childrens hospitals.
a little support, however small, can mean
On 14th December 2015, Managing
A new, purpose-built Childrens Ward at
Director, Lee Clarke and the team
Pinderfields Hospital in mid Yorkshire,
visited Pinderfields childrens hospital
which caters for burns, inpatient surgery
As most of us look forward to sharing a
to sprinkle a little Christmas spirit over
and Childrens therapy, was visited by
special time with family at Christmas,
those families who will be affected by
the MyTradeTV team.
the idea that we can physically bring a
illness and hospitalisation over the

festive period.
As a devoted family man, Lee was

inspired to develop a Charity Day with a
The whole team and the majority of
difference, where children could benefit
MyTradeTV
from the generosity of others.
customers
have
pulled
together to provide a little something

special that will help to lift the spirits of
the children and their families.
Customers have responded extremely
Lee comments, I made a pledge to do

this when I first set up the company.
The whole idea was extremely important
to all of us here at MyTradeTV as we all
When those
everything to parents, particularly at this

time of year.
little happiness and optimism to others

who will be less fortunate was very
important to all of us. We just want to
help and hopefully raise a few smiles.
Once again a big thank you to all our
customers that helped deliver these
presents.
MERRY CHRISTMAS
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Web Design
GUARDIAN ROOF UNVEILS NEW WEBSITE,

VIDEO AND MOBILE APP FOR 2016
uardian
Roof
has
unveiled three new
digital innovations for
2016 to transform the online
experience for customers and
Guardian Registered Installer
Scheme members.
old days when it was all faxes,

random emails and back-of-afag-packet cost calculations.
It has built in functionality,
You just cant get away with that
especially for reps that visit
any more.
established clients on a recurring
basis, to perform customer The app is our latest
teams and roofing managers
wherever they might be.
service and field management

The hat trick of new digital assets functions. And it has all been
feature a new mobile app; a new designed thanks to feedback
website; and a digital animated from Team Guardian members
video that reveals the secret of all sizes.
installation process behind the
For Guardian Roof, Ross Darcy
UKs leading warm roof supplier
said:
for the first time.
Ever since we launched Team
The website includes new Guardian we have listened
functionality
and
content to our customers needs and
members
commercial
including
the
3D-model our
animated video that takes challenges - whatever they may
the viewer on the complete be. I think that the website and
installation journey from the video will offer a leap forward
removal and recycling of the in peoples understanding of
old conservatory roof; through our Warm Roof technology. Its
the patented precision fitting about complete transparency
process to the final fitting of the for customers, and giving our
LABC-approved Guardian Warm installers the tools they need to
answer any questions that arise.
Roof.
In addition, the Guardian Roof
mobile app is a new exclusive
benefit for Team Guardian
registered installers focusses
on slashing administration
workload and improving the
customer experience.
The app is also designed to
simplify processes for field
improvement
to
bring
everything together. And We
expect our customers along the
whole of the product life cycle to
experience tangible benefits too.
And our new digital advances
for 2016 represent more
exciting improvements in the
Guardian Warm Roof customer
experience.
Earlier this year Guardian Roof
unveiled new sales software for
members of its Team Guardian
Registered Installer Scheme
later this month.
The new software improved
Team
Guardian
installers
efficiency and conversion rates;
plus help increase capacity for
Team Guardian fabricators.
Developed
exclusively
for
Guardian Roof by RoofWright,
the software can produce an
infinite number of designs using
over 200 unique templates and
five Metro tile designs.
This app is another step

forward in demonstrating how
we can use the latest technology
to make life simpler for our
registered installers. Times
are changing. And I think that
some fabricators and installers
The software also focuses on
who fail to keep pace with new
customer experience and new
technology risk getting left
commercial benefits. It enables
behind. I remember the bad
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Web Design
Team Guardian installers associated retailers to
engage customers directly in the design process
using virtually-rendered real-time graphics.
And the software offers massive time savings;
allows for instant precise pricing of jobs; and,
features structural checks to guarantee the
integrity of each job. Further process time savings
are predicted to transform fabrication capacity.
Last year Guardian Roof launched a new Team
Guardian membership drive targeting a total of
200 accredited installers.
In less than four years, Team Guardian has already
established a network of 23 fabricators and over
150 team guardian installers throughout the UK.
A Guardian Warm Roof is best installed by a
registered Team Guardian installer. The scheme
is designed to allow home-owners verify Team
Guardian Registered Installers, and prevent
competitors falsely claiming to supply the
patented roof system.
In addition to the right to install Guardian Roof
and access the new software, Team Guardian
Registered Installers enjoy additional exclusive
benefits including full training; sales models;
official Team Guardian IDs and lanyards;
promotion on the Guardian Warm Roof website;
and crucially, leads from a local fabricator.
More information about Team Guardian is
available by calling 0800 0665832 or visiting here.
The new Guardian Warm Roof app will be available
on IOS and Android.
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Machining
HAFFNER RELEASES VIDEO DEMONSTRATING

CREDENTIALS OF TT405 COMPUTERISED SAW
affner Murats TT405 computerised saw has
Cutting arrow heads make transoms easier, while the
revolutionised countless fabricators process-
PLC offers functions such as saw head pivoting, single
es thanks to its long list of valuable features.
head operation, cleat cutting facility, small cut opera-
But Dave Thomas, Haffner Murats Managing Director,
tion and an automatic transom stop facility. The small-
says: It can be difficult to understand just how much
est cut using the automatic mode is as little as 165mm
the machine can bring to a business just by reading
at 90 degrees and 270mm at 45 degrees, with smaller
product sheets or looking at photos. Its only when you
cuts available manually, making it tremendously ver-
see the machine working you can get the full picture.
satile and waste is kept to a minimum thanks to the
Its why weve commissioned a video so that people
profile waste optimisation facility.
can see for themselves.
The TT405 has top quality pneumatics, bearings and
The video shows the TT405 in action, drawing viewers
computer systems to ensure a long and trouble-free
attention to key features such as the capability to cut
life and further reassurance is available in Haffner
two standard 70mm profiles in one operation, improv-
Murats two year no quibble parts and labour warranty,
ing output and efficiency and the saws ability to pivot
which comes as standard.
inwards, enabling point-to-point cutting of the outside of the door and windows and increasing accuracy.
The Haffner Murat team has always been passionate

about two things: how window fabrication machin-
The TT405 computerised saw is suitable for both PVCu
ery can improve productivity and quality and reduce
and aluminium profiles. It has 450mm saw blades and
overheads in a business. And making sure a business
a 4.2 metre cut capacity, with additional cutting length
invests in the right machinery to meets its needs. This
up to 7.2 metres available. It has pneumatic horizontal
new video demonstrates both passions perfectly.
and vertical clamps to securely fix the profile in posi-
The TT405 computerised saw video is available to view
tion and automatic guarding to protect the operator.
at www.haffnermurat.com and on YouTube.
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Events & Awards
A QUINTET
OF AWARD
ACCOLADES
FOR
SYNSEAL!
Synseal has recently secured no less
than five industry media award accolades
in recognition of the continued dynamic
expansion of group activities during 2015.
Now celebrating their 10th year, ACQ annual
awards recognise organisations and individuals
that have achieved outstanding commercial
success in designated areas of expertise. Synseal
has received two ACQ Global awards: UK
Regional Company of the Year (Manufacturing)
and UK Gamechanger of the Year in the light of
David Lengs hands-on leadership to broaden the
scope of the business and create a multi-faceted
home improvement systems company.
Wealth & Finance magazine have acknowledged
Synseal as Best Window Systems Manufacturer
UK in the 2015 Business Awards. Build magazine
have also recognised Synseal as Best Window
& Conservatory Systems Manufacturer in the
Construction & Engineering Awards 2015, which
seek to bring to the fore the unsung heroes of the
construction industry.
Synseals David Leng for his successful acquisition

of LB Plastics Sheerframe and Manse Masterdor in
November 2014. The annual AI awards celebrate
firms and professionals who stand out as leading
players across the globe, bringing dedication
and innovation to the fore as a hallmark of their
management style.
These multiple award endorsements provide
most welcome feedback as we strive to
progressively develop our business, says Mark
Schlotel, Synseals Head of Marketing. Our aim
is to be champions of choice offering a wide range
of optional product solutions which can deliver
success for our fabricator and installer partners.
PVC-U profiles remain at the heart of Synseal and
account for around half of our growing turnover,
but we now operate across five distinct areas of
product supply including conservatory roofs;
insulated glass units; specialist vertical slider,
patio and bi-fold door fabrication; and most
recently both GRP and timber composite doors.
Finally, Acquisition International magazine have

awarded the 2015 Deal of the Year award to www.synseal.com
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Events & Awards
EDGETECH WINS
CUSTOMER CARE
INITIATIVE AT G15S
inning the coveted G15 for Customer

Care Initiative has rounded off an
impressive 2015 awards haul for
Edgetech UK, a Quanex company. Four of the
Edgetech team collected the award from top
comedian Jason Manford at the prestigious
ceremony at the Hilton on Park Lane. Edgetech
won for its Dealership Plus comprehensive
support package.
The Edgetech team collecting the G15

award for Customer Care Initiative
was highly contested this year, so its even more

of an achievement to win. It was a brilliant night,
Jason Manford was an excellent host and its
always fantastic to see so many of the great and
good supporting the successes of the industry.
2015 has been an exceptional award-winning year

for Edgetech. As well as the G15 award, Edgetech
has won Manufacturing Innovation from Made
in the Midlands; Manufacturing from Coventry
Customer Care Initiative is the best award we Telegraph Business Awards; and a Best Business
could win because it recognises our commitment Award.
to customers, says Alan Fielder, Director of Sales
Alan Fielder collected the G15 trophy. He was
and Marketing at Edgetech. We dont act like
joined on stage by Managing Director Andy
an average component supplier and the winning
Jones, Marketing Manager Charlotte Davies and
entry for Dealership Plus is a great example of
Marketing Assistant Krishma Patel.
that.
The scheme is there to support customers,
wherever they are in the supply chain. The amount
We dont act like an average
of additional compliance and legislation has been
component supplier and the
huge over the past few years. So what weve done is
create a system that keeps everything in one place
winning entry for Dealership
to make it as simple as possible for customers. It
Plus is a great example of
gives them access to the experts they need, and it
that.
will keep them up to date with any changes. We
are especially pleased how well its going down
Edgetech is part of Quanex Building Products Corporation
with customers already.
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Events & Awards
THE VEKA UK
GROUP WINS
BUSINESS
EFFICIENCY
AWARD
ndustry-leading PVC-U systems supplier, The

VEKA UK Group, has been presented with a
prestigious regional business award at the
EEF/Aldermore Future Manufacturing Awards.
tonnes and means that we are able to offer a truly

scalable service. We can grow indefinitely as our
loyal customer base continues to expand, and
mixing our own raw materials on site means we
have even greater control over the quality of our
products.
The Burnley-based company won the Business

Efficiency Award, having been singled out as the
manufacturer that has most successfully brought Our investment in the the mixing plant will
in new operating practices to boost productivity enable The VEKA UK Group to become even bigger
and business performance.
and stronger over the coming years, and allows us
to offer even higher levels of service and stability
The VEKA UK Group was selected by a panel of for our customers.
judges drawn from business leaders, industry
experts and academics and was up against stiff We are delighted to have won the Business
competition from across the region.
Efficiency Award. Not only do these awards
showcase the valuable contribution made by
With the regional title now under its belt, The local manufacturers like ourselves, but it also
VEKA UK Group will go on to compete for the clearly demonstrates our ongoing commitment to
national title at an awards gala dinner in London increasing efficiency in all areas of our business.
in January.
Its great news for us to share with all our staff,
Dave Jones, Managing Director of The VEKA UK customers and suppliers. We were very happy to
Group, said: This award recognises our teams have got this far and now were looking forward
hard work and dedication, especially in relation to to the national finals in January to see how we
our on-site mixing plant. This facility is the most measure up against other leading manufacturers
technically-advanced mixing plant in the UK from across the UK.
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Events & Awards
THE GREAT
GATSBY
PROVIDES
THE SCENE
FOR THE FIT
SHOW GALA
DINNER
ith F Scott Fitzgeralds literary masterpiece The Great

Gatsby described as exploring
themes of decadence, idealism, resistance to change, social
upheaval, and excess some
might believe the book could
provide the perfect theme for an
event staged for the British glass
and glazing industry. And that is
just what the organisers of The
FIT Show thought when they set
the scene for next years Gala
Dinner, which takes place on the
middle evening of the show at
the Telford venue.
backdrop of the Roaring Twenties and just as then partying

hard and dancing will be the key
pursuits of the evening. Unlike
the prohibition that party-goers
so skillfully worked their way
around at that time alcohol will
be readily available at the Gala
Dinner but a host of other cultural cues will give the event a
high society, glamorous feel and
the ultimate in luxury will be
the theme throughout.
party until they leave. It will

apply to everything although we
want everyone to be surprised
and wowd so we are not going
to reveal too much beforehand.
Just come dressed for the evening and ready for a great night
out!
The Fabricator Installer Trade
(FIT) Show takes place at The
International Centre Telford on
12th, 13th 14th April 2016. Although the Gala Dinner is sold
out visitors to the FIT Show itself can reserve their free tickets
now by visiting here.
Guests will believe they have

travelled back in time says Nickie West, Event Director for The
FIT Show: The Great Gatsby is
The sold out, packed full-house the theme for the whole even- General information on The FIT
of 900 revelers will party to a ing, from when guests enter the Show can be found here.
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Now we continue to be the primary focus for the UK window, door and conservatory industry.
Forging a bridge between the manufacturers and distributors of products, components and services
with the companies and individuals that fabricate and install them.
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Events & Awards
With six categories the FIT Show Awards will take place
at the FIT Show 2016 Gala Dinner (image and trophy for
illustration purposes only).
FIT SHOW EXHIBITORS WILL NOW HAVE AN EXTRA INCENTIVE TO IMPRESS:
INTRODUCING THE FIT SHOW AWARDS 2016
be
The FIT Show Awards are open to all companies
exhibiting at The FIT Show in April 2016
exhibiting at The FIT Show 2016 no matter what
and it will be one of the most intensive
size stand. The idea is to encourage creativity,
marketing activities most of them will undertake
innovation, professionalism and sheer hard work.
in that year. So with that in mind the organisers of
It isnt about budget either some of the best ideas
The FIT Show believe it is only right to encourage
come from the heart and soul.
ore
than
170
companies
will
exhibitors of all sizes to set the bar even higher

and then to recognise and promote the very best
efforts made for their stands, and also for their
marketing and promotion campaigns in the run up
to The FIT Show.
Winning one or more of The FIT Show Awards

will demonstrate in real terms the marketing
capabilities of that exhibitor; everyone loves a
winner and the accolades will be bestowed for
excelling at the highest profile and best-known
Thus The FIT Show Awards have been created, event in the window, door, conservatory and glass
with six categories that will seek out the very best
efforts of exhibitors taking part in The FIT Show
and the months preceding the event. The honours
will be bestowed upon the winners at the Gala
Dinner, which takes place on the middle evening
(Wednesday) of the event.
industry!
How it works
There are six categories for exhibitors to enter
focusing on such disciplines as social and digital
media as well as the designs and performance...
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Events & Awards

of the stands themselves. Just two categories
require exhibitors to enter with every FIT Show
exhibitor automatically entered for the rest.
Categories are:
Most effective use of Social and Digital Media
Most successful visitor campaign in terms of
visitors delivered
Best creative FIT 2016 marketing campaign
Best stand design under 80m2/Sapphire, Opal,
Crystal
Best
stand
design
over
80m2/Diamond,
Diamond Plus
Most creative shell scheme stand
The FIT Shows Matthew Glover believes that
whilst the ultimate prize for exhibitors will be a
great show with new customers and a brimming
order book, the FIT Show Awards provide the icing
on the cake: When I walked around the halls at
the first two FIT Shows I was blown away by the
efforts made by exhibitors. So now we want to
tell exhibitors just how much we respect and
appreciate their efforts, which have made The FIT
Show the success it is.
Full information and entry forms can be found on
the FIT Show website within the exhibitor login
area.
The Fabricator Installer Trade (FIT) Show takes
place at The International Centre Telford on 12th,
13th 14th April 2016. General information on The
FIT Show can be found at: www.fitshow.co.uk.
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VISITOR REGISTRATION GOES LIVE ON FIT SHOW WEBSITE:

Skip The Queues By Registering Now!
dvanced visitor registration for The Fabricator

Installer Trade (FIT) Show, already confirmed
as the biggest trade event for the window, door,
conservatory and glass industries for at least a decade,
is now live on the FIT Show website.
Registering early brings benefits to visitors through
regular updates that allow advanced planning for the
event. Of these perhaps the most important will be the
ability to skip past the queues straight into the halls
with a simple swipe of a personalised badge. Only preregistered visitors will receive their entry badge in
advance.
A Save the Date button automatically generates a
calendar entry in users diaries. A further convenience
will be the advanced information about exhibitors
and products that pre-registered visitors will receive
in addition to information such as details of the FIT
for Business seminar programme and Master Fitter
Challenge. As the event approaches helpful notes about
parking and access for example, will all serve to make a
visit to The FIT Show easier and more rewarding.
More than 170 exhibitors, the most yet at The FIT Show,
will occupy four halls at The International Centre,
Telford on the 12th, 13th and 14th April 2016. With a
gap of almost two years since the last event hundreds

of new products and services are being exhibited for the
first time with many being launched at The FIT Show. It
is known that the event will be used to launch a number
of brand new window systems, in addition to the largest
number of trade fabricators and machinery suppliers to
appear at any UK trade show for the industry for at least
ten years.
This show really reflects the tremendous, positive
attitude that prevails in the market amongst
manufacturers currently, explained Paul Godwin,
managing director of FIT Events, which organises The
FIT Show. We understand that there will be a number
of brand new window systems launched in addition
to hundreds of other new products. Most of these will
be seen for the first time anywhere. In a market as
competitive as the UK home improvement sector, a day
or two at The FIT Show will bring visitors right up to
date with the latest products and services available to
sharpen their competitive edge.
The Fabricator Installer Trade (FIT) Show takes place
at The International Centre Telford on 12th, 13th 14th
April 2016. General information on The FIT Show can
be found at: www.fitshow.co.uk.
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Events & Awards
A WIN WIN FOR THERMOSEAL GROUP

AT THE G15 AWARDS
hermoseal Group, the UKs leading

manufacturer of warm edge spacer
systems and supplier to the insulated glass
(IG) industry for over 35 years was announced
winner in two categories at the Glass and Glazing
Industrys prestigious G15 Awards event at the
London Hilton on Park Lane on Friday 27th
November 2015 Component Supplier of the
Year and Training and Development Initiative of
the Year.
The Component Supplier of the Year G-Award is
a coveted award by suppliers within the glass and
glazing industry and an award that Thermoseal
Group has achieved Finalist in for several years
in a row. This was the first time the Group entered
in for the Training and Development Initiative of
the Year.
Thermoseal Groups Managing Director, Gwain
Paterson commented: I am absolutely delighted
to have achieved both of these awards and am
particularly pleased that the hard work and
dedication of the whole Thermoseal Group team
has been recognised in both of these categories.
As a leading component supplier to insulated
glass manufacturers, this award is ideal for us and
we will be sure to publicise our win as a mark of
the high quality of the products and service that
we supply to our customers.
either completed or are currently enrolled in

external training courses. All staff are also part of
a mentoring system. Our dedication to training
has had a real impact on productivity and reduced
wastage.
The G-Awards is always a fantastic event for us as
we have sponsored the champagne reception for
many years. This gives us a great opportunity to
raise a glass with our customers and thank those
attending the event for their custom.
Thank you to Tony Higgin and all of the G-Awards
team for organising a fantastic event and a big
thank you to all of the Thermoseal Group team
for contributing to our G15 award wins. Thanks
also to our customers who have contributed to
our growth and development over the years.
To find out about Thermoseal Group and
its comprehensive range of insulated glass
components (including highest performance
Thermobar and Thermoflex Warm Edge Spacers)
and machinery for glazing manufacture, call
+44(0)121 331 3950 or visit:
www.thermosealgroup.com.
The Training and Development Initiative of

the Year award is testament to our spacer bar
manufacturing sites in Wigan where we have built
a bespoke operation which has required a strong
emphasis on training and development to ensure
the high quality of our products. At these sites, we
operate a Kaizen method of lean manufacturing
where every single member of our teams have
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Events & Awards
FUTURE FIT SHOW DATES & VENUE ANNOUNCED

WINDOW, DOOR & CONSERVATORY TRADE EVENT MOVES TO NEC IN 2017
IT Events Ltd, organisers of The Fabricator A spokesman for the organisers said: A move was
Installer Trade (FIT) Show, has announced inevitable to handle the continuing demand for
the dates and venue of events to take place
after 2016.
exhibition space and to allow the development

of the event generally, including visitor numbers.
From 2017 The FIT Show moves to the National For now however our focus and priority in every
Exhibition Centre (NEC) Birmingham, the UKs respect remains the April 2016 FIT Show which
premier exhibition venue, taking place in Halls 6 takes place at The International Centre Telford on
and 7. May 23rd, 24th and 25th have been chosen 12th, 13th and 14th April.
for 2017, with the following FIT Show to take place
two years later at the same venue on 21st, 22nd The Fabricator Installer Trade (FIT) Show takes
place at The International Centre Telford on 12th,
and 23rd May 2019.
13th 14th April 2016. General information on The

The decision to move to the NEC comes after
FIT Show can be found at: www.fitshow.co.uk.
extensive research to find another venue as the

event had outgrown its original Telford location.
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Events & Awards
NOW ITS THE NFAS FOR PREFIX
n an unprecedented year of business awards

for extended living space experts, Prefix
Systems, the company has now added the
National Fenestration Awards for Conservatory
Roof Fabricator 2015 to their expanded portfolio of
trophies.
In what is an independent forum, the National

Fenestration Awards covers 17 different categories
across all areas of the UK fenestration industry.
Founded in 2013, in response from social media
demand, the NFAs aim to recognise the very best
people and companies by means of an open voting
system, requiring users to simply register and vote.
With 42% of the vote, its clear that many people
voted for Prefix Systems in recognition of them as
a diligent and professional business. This makes
it five awards in the year in total including and
unprecedented hat-trick in the Red Rose Awards
for Lancashire businesses and commerce and The
Newcomer Award in the first ever Hive Blackburn
and Darwen Business Awards
Chris Baron and Chris Cooke, co-directors of Prefix

Systems commented: Weve had an unprecedented
year in terms of both sales and for business awards
and achieving the NFAs by means of an open vote is
humbling. Were driven in the pursuit of customer
care and in the way in which we have developed
our own engineered solutions such as our revered
GardenRoom roof.
They continued: The NFAs are a great way in which
we can recognise the great in our industry and
we are privileged to be up there with such other
distinguished names.
For further information, contact the head office
on 01254 871800, view www.prefixsystems.
co.uk, e-mail enquiries@prefixsystems.co.uk or
add to their considerable following on Twitter @
prefixsystems.
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Fabricator & Installer
FRAMEXPRESS ADDS SECURITY &

STYLE IN CAERNARFON
Quality, choice,
service & stability are
the foundations on
which frameXpress
has been built...
roperty personalisation
has become big business
for
frameXpress
customers as the discerning
eye of the consumer dictates
market direction. The sales
team believes that this is down
to more dynamic concepts and
thermal efficiency which are
now more readily available to The homeowners opted for a
light oak foil finish in FS70 mm
them.
system for all windows and
Karen Gardner, Sales Manager doors in order to complement
at frameXpress has seen many the existing look of the property.
market trends develop during A combination of casement
her 16 years working at the windows as well as top hung sash
company.
Currently, she windows were manufactured
believes there is huge potential to ensure a cottage appearance
regarding products that offer the was maintained. Additionally,
highest thermal performance, a composite door from the
whilst colour foils are giving frameXpress
range
was
consumers many more design manufactured in a light oak foil
options, all of which is inspiring finish to harmonize with the
them to invest.
other products installed.
On this particular renovation
project in the Caernarfon area
of Wales, frameXpress was
contracted to supply all windows
and doors with stipulations
given regarding security, energy
efficiency and overall aesthetics.
Karen comments, Quality,

choice, service and stability
are the foundations on which
frameXpress has been built and
this is demonstrated with sales
increasing and more dynamic
design becoming very popular.
The credibility and reputation

of the company is highlighted
on this project as bespoke
design was a crucial part of the
contract.
FrameXpress is recognised as
a leading supplier of windows,
doors and conservatories with
pvc-u and aluminium options
available. Triple glazing, solar
controlled roof glass and a
broad range are leading to very
positive figures as 2015 draws to
a close.
For more information on the
portfolio visit the website
www.frameXpress.co.uk
or
alternatively call 01952 581100
to discuss project requirements.
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From powder to profile

The Liniar brand is synonymous with innovation and quality, with a range
of windows, doors and conservatories designed and manufactured by HL
Plastics at a state-of-the-art extrusion facility in the heart of the UK.
But what exactly is extrusion?
Eddy Webb, Works Manager at HL
Plastics, explains the process of
how powder is transformed into
profile
Starting at the silos

Unlike many of our competitors,
Liniar lead-free PVCu window
profile is fully manufactured in
Britain. The process of extrusion
begins with the delivery of resin to
our silos. We have eight in total, four
of which are for the delivery of the
raw ingredients that are used in the
mixing plant to produce our dry
blend.
The resin passes through the
mixing plant and four other
materials are added. Its then
transported into the four
production silos ready to be
transferred to the extrusion lines in
the factory.
Mixing it up
Extrusion solutions
Our mixing plant is one of the

biggest in Europe and has been
custom-built to cope with the
demands of production and we
only use the highest quality,
lead-free raw materials.
Those ingredients are transferred
from the silos and smaller
additive stations to a holding
hopper where they are weighed
before being added to a heater
mixer.
A temperature of 120C is
applied to blend all of the
ingredients together and then
dropped into the cooler mixer
where the temperature will be
brought back down to 40C before
being transferred into bags or a
silo.
Each of our silos has the facility to

connect to any of our 32
extrusion lines, enabling us to
accommodate for any possible
requirement and maximise
productivity.
The powder is transported by
vacuum from one of the silos
outside into a hopper, which
controls the rate of flow to the feed
port of the extruder barrel.
The purpose of an extruder is to

melt, mix and pump the plastics
material to the die at a steady rate
and constant temperature using
a screw; very much like a kitchen
mincer with a screw inside a barrel
and a feed chamber, or hopper, on
top.
The screw is rotated by a
motor and the plastics material
is heated as the screw conveys it
along the barrel to the die, which
determines the shape of the
product. The die, which can be
quite complex in design, is simply
a shaped opening through which
the plasticised material, or melt, is
pushed.
When the screw is rotated the
material is carried along and
compressed. The friction created
generates heat which converts the
solids into a plasticised or semi
molten state, mixing the
material in the process.
The melt, or extrudate, is pumped
out of the die at 192C and then
formed in a water-cooled
calibrator by vacuum, before
being cooled in water baths
containing tank plates.
Keeping cool
Its worth mentioning that when
the new HL Plastics factory
building was designed, one of the
key requirements was to keep the
water for the extrusion process
controlled in a facility where it
could be easily looked after. For
that reason our water pits are
located underneath the factory.
We felt that this was vital for
operational reasons. There are no
pipes or utilities on show, making
for a safer and neater working
environment, and any required
service and maintenance can be
carried out without affecting
production. Being able to carry out
work underground means that the
installation of new machinery lines
is much simpler.
We have three separate
water pits which provides added
resilance to production should
a problem occur. Also, because
these pits were built underneath
the factory, it stops pests being
able to contaminate the water and
prevents any freezing during the
winter months.
Water purification and filtration

systems have been introduced to
assist with the process and the
water is dosed with chemicals
to keep it clean and prevent the
growth of any bacteria.
Fantastic gasket
The co-extrusion process takes
place further down the line. This
is where Liniars patented flexible
bubble gasket is added to the
rigid profile using a separate
co-extruder.
The gasket is bonded onto the
profile using pressure and heat, so
the seals dont have to be added
at the fabrication stage. Once
adhered to the profile, it proceeds
through a cooling vacuum tank.
The extrusion process is a
continuous one, so a constant
pulling of the profile is necessary
to maintain shape, accuracy and
dimensions. Once it passes through
the haul-off section, protective tape
is applied before the profile is cut to
length on a saw unit.
Quality assured
We place the utmost value in the
excellence of our facilities and the
products we manufacture - our
factory has achieved BS EN ISO
9001:2008 accreditation to meet
British Standards for a quality
management system.
The quality control department is
essential to inspect the condition of
the profiles that are produced;
Liniar profiles are examined 24
hours a day, seven days a week.
Every hour an operator will
perform a dimensional, functional
and colour check on the profile,
while every four hours a shadow

graph is used.
A section of profile is cut and
placed on a magnifying lens to
project the shape on to a diagram
so that dimension, shape and
parallelism can be assessed to be
certain of perfection.
Out of the factory

Once the profile has been
produced, wrapped and packed,
its moved to a holding area where
its checked to ensure that the
quantities and component names
are correct.
If the profiles are due to be foiled,
they are sent to our in-house foiling
plant, where Liniars high quality
coloured woodgrain foils are fitted
using the latest high-tech
machinery.
If not, they are picked up and
taken over to the warehouse, then
checked again before being
added to stock. Our S.A.P. system
records each movement within the
operation, helping us to keep track
of all products.
Delivering the best

Our warehouse contains stock of
all the different Liniar products.
Customer orders are picked here
and then packed into stillages to
be loaded onto one of our fleet of
lorries. Once ready, theyre
delivered to our nationwide
network of fabricator customers to
be transformed into beautiful
windows, doors and
conservatories.
For more information on the

Liniar product range, go to
www.liniar.co.uk.
Put our window and

door expertise to work
For over four decades, the name of VEKA has been trusted
worldwide for the manufacture, supply and installation of the
very best in PVC window and door profile systems for the private
and commercial markets in conjunction with our partners. A global
force in windows and doors, we have a stella reputation for product
development and innovation. We are now set to bring our many skills,
technological know-how and expertise to the new build sector.
Discover why UK suppliers, fabricators and installers should put their
trust in VEKA.
To learn more about the

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Fabricator & Installer
NETWORK VEKA INSTALLERS

ATTAIN BSI KITEMARK
wo installer members of Network VEKA

are proud to have achieved the coveted BSI
Kitemark for window and door installation,
giving them an additional, powerful tool to illustrate
their high standards.
Cornwalls Rodda and Hocking, and Bury St Edmundsbased Frames Conservatories Direct are two of the
first companies to take advantage of Network VEKAs
professional relationship with BSI.
Earlier this year, Network VEKAs MD John Ogilvie

announced a pioneering partnership with BSI, the
business standards company, for window installers.
Network VEKA members that wish to further enhance
their offering to homeowners by achieving the BSI
Kitemark, can now do as there is little additional site
auditing time required for the BSI Kitemark, following
the normal Network VEKA assessment visit (thanks
to the many shared objectives in the organisations
auditing processes).
John commented: Many of the requirements of the
BSI Kitemark are closely aligned with Network VEKAs
existing procedures. Therefore, only a few additional
elements need adding to our current auditing process
to consider companies for the BSI Kitemark too, giving
them the unique means to gain a nationally recognised
mark of quality in a comparatively timely and costeffective manner.
quality, service and installation. By displaying the BSI

Kitemark, a recognised symbol of trust alongside the
Network VEKA logo, customers can have even greater
confidence in their window and door installations.
We have also, this year, achieved the Which
organisations Trusted Trader approval which just
adds to the confidence that we want to give to our
customers.
Adrian Lewis, MD of Frames Conservatories Direct,
agrees. The Kitemark has been around for so long that
people have become very familiar with it in all sorts of
different contexts and different industries - where it
always denotes quality and exceptional service.
Its a valuable tool in our sales arsenal as it offers yet
another way to prove our commitment to quality.
When our customers invest in improving their homes
with replacement windows or doors, the BSI Kitemark
gives them independent assurance that they are
buying quality products which will be fitted to a high
standard.
www.networkveka.co.uk
*GfK NOP Business Survey, Dec 2010.
An independent 2010 survey* showed that 72% of

consumers trust the BSI Kitemark and believe it shows
a reputable company.
Bob Kerr, Rodda and Hocking Owner, said this
recognisability played a big part in the company
choosing to apply for the Kitemark: The BSI Kitemark
is an internationally recognised symbol that stands
for quality, safety and trust. For our company to be
accepted and recognised as giving world-class service
to our customers is very satisfying and makes everyone
at Rodda and Hocking very proud.
Were always looking for ways to demonstrate clearly
to customers that we uphold fantastic standards of
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Installer
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and Pinderfields Childrens Hospital
Wishing all our customers a Happy Christmas!
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Glass & Glazing Federation
GGF TAKES POSITIVES FROM

CHANCELLORS SPENDING REVIEW
The Glass and Glazing Federation took some A summary of Spending Review announcements
positives from Chancellor George Osbornes a that will impact on the construction industry are
mixed Spending Review and Autumn Statement listed below.
announcement last week.
A doubling in the housing budget from 2018/19
(to more than 20 billion of gross capital
Nigel Rees,GGF Group Chief Executive commented,
investment over the next 5 years) to deliver
Though it was pleasing to see the Chancellor
at least 400,000 affordable homes including
address the critical issues of new housing,
200,000 Starter Homes, 135,000 new Help to
construction growth and apprenticeships, there
Buy Shared Ownership homes and 10,000 Rent
were some areas where he could have offered a bit
to Buy homes
more encouragement for our industry. The energy
efficiency challenge in the UKs housing stock still
The replacement of ECO from April 2017 with
needs addressing and we were hoping for some
a new cheaper domestic energy efficiency
alternative to the failed Green Deal scheme.
supplier obligation which will run for 5 years.
The new scheme will upgrade the energy
Giles Willson, GGF Managing Director added,
efficiency of over 200,000 homes per year,
From the Chancellors statement, it appears that
saving those homes up to 30 off their annual
improving energy efficiency in domestic properties
energy bill, tackling the root cause of fuel
is low on the Governments agenda, however It
poverty and delivering on the governments
was interesting to see that the Government are
commitment to help 1 million more homes
to consult on the rate of VAT on energy saving
this Parliament.
products with a view to aligning all such products
under EU legislation. We will continue to lobby
The government will provide 295 million
that energy efficient doors and windows should
over 5 years to improve the energy efficiency
be at the reduced 5% rate of VAT and hope that
of schools, hospitals and other public sector
they are included in any future changes.
buildings
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Glass & Glazing Federation

Over 300 million of funding for up to 200
heat networks will generate enough heat to
support the equivalent of over 400,000 homes
and leverage up to 2 billion of private capital
investment
A new London Help to Buy with a special 40%
equity loan
The government is committed to releasing
surplus assets to drive economic growth and
release land for housing
The extending of the doubling of small
business rate relief (SBRR) in England for 12
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Bringing forward further reforms to the
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delivery test on local authorities, to ensure
delivery against the number of homes set out
in Local Plans.
Amending planning policy to support small
sites, extending the 1 billion Builders Finance
Fund to 2020-21, and halving the length of the
planning guarantee for minor developments
The apprenticeship levy, which comes in from
April 2017 at the rate at 0.5% of an employers
paybill
A new employer-led body to set apprenticeship
standards and ensure quality
The
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The government will consult on legislation for

Finance Bill 2016 to ensure the reduced rate of
VAT on energy saving materials is maintained
in line with EU law
The Chancellors full statement is available on
the Government website www.gov.uk.
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Doors
THE NEW
WARMCORE
VIDEO SHOWS
JUST HOW TO
DO IT!
WarmCore
installation
video
is
now
For industry professionals in a bit of a hurry, there
available on YouTube, which details exactly
is an alternative stop-motion version of the video
how to fit a new warm aluminium folding
on YouTube which presents the whole bi-door
sliding door.
replacement process in less than 40 seconds to an
Featuring two highly experienced engineers from
up-tempo music soundtrack.
Synseals Technical Services team, Gary Woods and
We hope this friendly and accessible video will
Stuart Prescott, this informative 8-minute video
help to inform installation professionals and also
shows the removal of an old inline sliding patio door
build confidence with consumers, comments
and its replacement with a brand new 3-2-1 bi-fold
Synseals Head of Marketing, Mark Schlotel. As the
door in popular RAL 7016 Grey finish.
WarmCore door is installed, homeowners will get
The production follows a step-by-step approach

and handy captions are used to support the voiceover commentary and emphasize key details, such
as recommended outer frame fixing points. The
preferred concealed fixing method is highlighted
to promote best installation practice. Glass unit toe
and heeling and WarmCores straightforward glazing
method using handy push-fit beads with integral
gaskets is also clearly demonstrated.
to see the funky orange thermal core which is the

signature motif of this innovative product, however
once the bi-fold door is fully installed the distinctly
different-looking orange core will have disappeared
completely from view. This no-nonsense video helps
to illustrate how this appealing and value-adding
product has been designed to be easy to fit, with a
minimum of fuss.
www.synseal.com
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Doors
DARTS CHAMPION SEES THE POINT

OF A MERIDIAN COMPOSITE DOOR
arts legend Phil The Power Taylor has

seen the point of a top-quality entrance
door by choosing the high-performance
70mm double-rebated Meridian Composite Door
from Phoenix Doors, part of MASCO UK Window
Group.
The two men have been friends for many years and
Fab has carried out work on Phils various homes
over the last 25 years, including most recently
new PVC-U windows and a large orangery.
Phoenix Doors Sales Director Haydon Statham

added: As the newest, premium addition to our
Supplied in a black finish with chrome hardware, range, the Meridian Door is attracting attention
the new door was installed at the 16-time World for its ability to deliver outstanding weather,
Champions home in Stoke-on-Trent by locally- energy and acoustic performance.
based Supercraft Conservatories Windows as part
of a wider home improvement project.
Were very pleased that Phil is happy with his door
and look forward to supplying him with another
Supercraft Managing Director Fab Mogadam said one. His decision to order a second Meridian very
that although his clients existing front door was much confirms were doing something right!
only about five years old, he wanted to upgrade
it for the greater privacy, superior security and For more information, please call Phoenix
thermal-efficiency provided by the Secured by Doors on 01487 740469, email info@
Design-accredited Meridian product.
phoenixdoorpanels.co.uk or visit the website at
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Within a week of taking delivery, so pleased was
Phil that he has ordered a second Meridian to
replace his PVC back door.
Fab commented: Since we started offering the
Meridian range, it has generated much interest.
People are very positive about its innovative
attributes, such as triple weatherseals and 50mm
triple-glazing.
Phil is absolutely delighted with his smart new
door, hes over the moon about it continued Fab.
His old door had too much glass for his liking, so
the four smaller panes in the new one are more
to his taste. Having seen the quality of his front
door, hes ordered another Meridian as he cant
live with his basic PVC back door now!
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Doors
ENDURANCE INTRODUCES THE DIAMOND STANDARD
ndurance Doors has now introduced the

coveted Avocet ATK high security euro
cylinder, as part of its Secured by Design
upgrade for its range of highly respected solid and
secure composite doors.
This new product specification can also be

harnessed for their range of FD30S fire doors,
which make for the ideal internal garage door,
traditionally one of the easiest points of entry
to a locked property. With burglars looking at
ever more clever ways of intrusion, this is again
The Avocet ATK is the only cylinder for composite another key selling feature of the Endurance
doors that carries the Master Locksmith Doors range.
Associations highest rating - SS312 Sold Secure
Diamond, TS007 3 star rating, British Kitemark and Stephen Nadin, managing director of Endurance
Secured by Design accreditations. With patented Doors commented: Security is the number one
snap secure technology this market leading key driver in composite door sales and so Secured
cylinder is also currently the only one in the UK by Design is a fundamental part of our product
to carry these specifications and accreditations in strategy. The introduction of the Avocet ATK
a thumbturn format.
cylinder is the obvious choice as a cylinder, given
its unrivalled list of accreditations and thumbturn
With Secured by Design now more important than option.
ever as the recent introduction of Document Q
for the new build market shows, the introduction For further information on the Endurance Solid
of this new ATK cylinder from Endurance and Secure composite door range for complete
Doors is an important upgrade for their growing door sets or for slab only manufacturing, please
network of installation partners and slab only log on to www.endurancedoors.co.uk, e-mail
manufacturers. Its also a product upgrade that is sales@endurancedoors.co.uk or call the sales
endorsed by the Master Locksmiths Association office on 01652 659259.
and Neighbourhood Watch.
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Doors
A NEW ERA FOR
BOWATER DOORS
he VEKA UK Group is pleased to announce
Both companies will be keeping customers up
that the sale of Bowater Doors to Birtley to date with all the latest developments over the
Group Ltd has now been completed. This
coming weeks. Were confident that, through the
means the market-leading range of composite
Birtley Group, Bowater Doors customers will
doors and fire doors that Bowater is known for, will continue to receive the high levels of service they
continue be available with virtually uninterrupted
are accustomed to with these market-leading
service.
products.
Dave Jones The VEKA UK Groups MD explains: http://www.frontdoors.uk.com/

We completed our review of Bowater Doors and,
as such, we are happy with the outcome. A sale has
been agreed and we will be vacating the Minworth
site by the end of the year.
Were delighted to inform customers that the
Birtley Group has acquired Bowater Doors, and
will begin manufacturing Bowater products in
January 2016. The company expects normal lead
times to resume from February. We will, of course,
work closely with Birtley Group to ensure the
transition is as smooth and seamless as possible
for our valued customers.
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THE TROJAN GROUP: QUALITY THROUGH & THROUGH
he market leading Trojan Group is renowned
Steve Hall, General Manager at the Trojan Group said,
for the patented innovation and quality of
Congratulations to James, Jonathan, Lisa, Craig,
its products, all of which are manufactured
Stephen, Kevin and Ziarabe. Qualifications like these
in-house in its UK, China and Vietnam manufacturing
are not easy to achieve and Im delighted their hard
bases. The quality of the Trojan experience also
work has been rewarded. Im also very proud that we
extends to its staff. Tony Chadwick, Trojans Group
are all part of a company that values training and
Managing Director said, As a business we are only as
development as highly as Trojan does.
good as our people. We invest heavily in staff training

and development so we can have a strong team that
delivers for our customers.
Similar training and development is undergone by

staff in Trojans Chinese and Vietnamese bases,
ensuring that the same investment in people
Examples of this ethos in practice can be seen in
development and quality is on display at all three of
the recent achievements of staff at Trojans UK
the companys sites.
base. James Connery has achieved his NVQ Diploma

in Business Improvement Techniques, Jonathan
Chadwick has been awarded his QCF Diploma in
Performing Manufacturing Operations, Lisa Pritchard
has attained her Advanced Level Apprenticeship in
Customer Service, Craig Berry and Stephen Thompson
Tony concluded, I firmly believe investment in our

staff as part of a wider focus on quality is one of the
reasons we have achieved the success we have. I also
firmly believe its one of the reasons why we are
continuing to grow.
have been awarded NVQ Level 2 Certificates in

Warehousing & Storage and Kevin Davies and Ziarabe
Mehmood have both achieved their Intermediate
Level Apprenticeships in Warehousing & Storage.
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ALL KATS PVC SLIDING PATIO DOORS

HAVE ULTION SECURITY
AT,
the
UKs
specialist
glazing
manufacturer, is standardising on Ultion
for all its PVC sliding patio doors from
January 2016. Ultion is Brisant Secures high
security cylinder door lock. Ultion security is
just one of the key upgrades being introduced
to KATs range for 2016. KAT customers will stay
ahead of the rest with high product specification
as standard.
with the security from most lock cylinders in the

industry are at www.ultion-lock.co.uk.
The videos are shocking, says Chris. They make
it easy for us to show our customers why we wont
sell them anything else.
Brisant CEO Steve Stewart says: KATs

commitment to producing the highest quality
products makes Ultion a perfect fit. With Ultion,
KATs Commercial Director Chris Powell explains: customers can be sure their cylinder is providing
Weve built the KAT brand on producing high homeowners with the very best security.
spec products, so Im always hunting for quality
additions to our ranges. Ultion is a high quality For more information on KAT visit:
product and the practical security it offers is www.katuk.co.uk or call 01625 439666.
second to none. It fits with KAT perfectly.
Fabricators and installers looking to sell real life
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WILSON WINDOWS SWAPS SUPPLIER OF 26

YEARS FOR THE BENEFITS OF THE VEKA UK GROUP
oughborough-based
installer
Wilson
Windows has recently switched supplier to

The VEKA UK Group after 26 years with its
previous systems company.

Dale Wilson, Director at the family-run firm
commented: Its the best decision weve ever
made!
The company, which was established in 1984
by Dales father Michael, is now co-directed by
husband-and-wife team Dale and Karen Wilson,
with their son Callum having joined recently too.
It was Karen that suggested we extend our offering
with a new window option, Dale explains. There
are numerous companies within our target area
that were stocking the same systems as us. We
wanted to differentiate ourselves and widen our
audience in the process.
Over time, wed become disillusioned with
our previous supplier. The support promised in
their promotional materials never seemed to
materialise; when systems changed, no training
was provided; and if issues arose as a result, they
did everything possible to distance themselves.
I have a contact at Glazerite who now fabricate
our windows who invited us to view some VEKA
systems, and weve not looked back since! Theres

a better product range than with our previous
supplier, and thats already been reflected in an
increased uptake since we made the move. At the
moment were booking in jobs for three months
time a great start to our relationship with VEKA.
We couldnt be happier!
Besides its innovative and versatile product
range, The VEKA UK Group is also renowned for
its industry-leading packages of installer support,
boasting both the Approved Installer Scheme and
Network VEKA the first UK organisation of its
kind.
When Karen Lund travelled down to speak to
us about Network VEKA, I have to admit, I was
slightly dubious about how real the benefits
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Windows
could be. It was just before the annual Network
VEKA Awards, so Karen invited us along to meet
the member companies and hear what they had
to say.
Im so glad we signed up. Network VEKA delivers
where rival offerings from our previous supplier
fell flat. The marketing support is brilliant for
awareness were even about to install some
of the Steve Davis liveries onto our vans, which
is a great conversation starter if nothing else!
Customers love the deposit protection, insurancebacked guarantees and other incentives and, to be
honest, it just feels better to sell as a Network
VEKA member. We know the standard of our
work is great and, with the Network behind us,
customers have that confidence too.
Weve been better rewarded in the short time
weve been with VEKA than in 26 years of loyalty
to our previous supplier. Where we previously
were made to feel honoured to stock a suppliers
products, we now feel valued and supported I
only wish wed made the move sooner.
Last year was our 30th anniversary. This year
marks the start of a new era for Wilson Windows
with The VEKA UK Group alongside us. Were
extending our showroom and hope to showcase
the changes at a Christmas open day. And, with
Network VEKAs assurance that we will remain
their only accredited installer in our area, we look
forward to our increased work flow continuing!
To follow in Wilson Windows footsteps and
become a Network VEKA member company, visit:
www.networkveka.co.uk/trade
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MAINTAIN TOP PERFORMING WINDOWS WITH RENOVATE
he chances are that windows fitted more
Charlotte Davies, Marketing Manager at Edgetech.
than three years ago wont have the energy
With 91 percent of windows in the UK already replaced
performance they did when they were first
we could see a need for protecting the performance of
installed. But these arent windows that need
those windows. Dirt on the glass can reduce the energy
replacing and until now, there was nothing installation
efficiency of windows and Renovate is designed to
companies could offer customers to help. Now
preserve the performance of the glazing.
Edgetech UK, the leading voice for energy efficient

glazing, has launched Renovate by TruShield to bring
old windows back to life.
We have put together a complete package of marketing

materials for installation companies to offer Renovate
to their window customers, adds Charlotte. With
Renovate is a glass cleaning system combined with a
DVDs, drop cards, mailers and homeowner leaflets
protective layer of TruShield glass protection. It comes
Edgetech has made it easy for customers to generate
in a handy pack that contains everything needed to
leads with the launch of Renovate by TruShield.
treat four standard domestic windows that includes

cloths and protective gloves. Its a clever two-step
process. The specially developed pre-cleaner removes
dirt build-up before TruShield is applied to protect the
glass. The protective effect is activated immediately
with the surface becoming hydrophobic.
It gives installation companies a reason to go back to

their existing customers and offer them the very latest
technology in maintaining the energy performance
of their windows. And while Renovate is designed as
a retrofit product, theres no reason why companies
cant offer it at the time of new installations.
The rationale behind Renovate is simple, says
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THINKS
OUTSIDE THE
BOX SASH
hen Southern Housing Group needed a
Although some sash window manufacturers make single
unique fenestration solution, they turned to
windows and then couple them together, Masterframe
a southern Halo fabricator: Masterframe.
has always offered the windows on one continuous cill.
Based in Essex, Masterframe specialises in PVC-U sash
These coupled frames result in a mullion in excess
windows and has a reputation for exceptional quality
of 140mm wide (225mm if you include the sashes) but
and attention to detail. This led to the company being
the existing timber frames of this project had mullions
contacted by Southern Housing Group, who wanted to
of around 100mm. This dimension would need to be
restore their property - the Amhurst Park Estate - and
achieved if the new windows were to perfectly resemble
recapture its original character.
the old.
Managing Director of Masterframe Windows Alan
In order to create a slimmer mullion section, we
Burgess explains: our client, Southern Housing Group
approached a specialist supplier in Europe who was able
wanted to restore their building to its former glory, and
to create a prototype butt-jointed mullion which would
improve the property for residents who could then, once
also provide enough adherence for the woodgrain foil.
again, take pride in their home.
The butt joint of this mullion, makes the overall finish
The brief was somewhat of a challenge, but we knew we
even more timber-like.
were up to the task - thanks to our specialist skills and
Were very proud of this innovative solution, which
the high quality of the Halo profile we use.
worked out even better than we anticipated. It was ideal
The new windows needed to be energy efficient and

approved by planners, while also paying homage to the
for this project and we received some extremely positive

feedback from the client.
character of the building by authentically replicating the
Weve found that the authentic look of this new
look of the original timber sash windows. The high spec,
system, combined with our fantastic PVC-U sashes, has
Halo PVC-U systems that we use allow us to combine
advantages above and beyond this particular installation.
the traditional aesthetics of a timber window with the
Its perfect for historic homes and heritage properties,
many benefits of this modern material. Unlike wood,
where the original character needs to be maintained.
PVC-U wont crack, well, rot or warp and will never
Weve gone on to use this integral mullion for numerous
need repainting. It offers low maintenance and energy-
other customers who have been most complimentary
efficient performance.
about the result. Were very proud of the new design and
As a Halo customer, we are also able to benefit from

The VEKA UK Groups Variations foil range which
means we can specify woodgrains that are virtually
indistinguishable from real timber.
were looking forward to sharing this innovation with

more of our customers in the year ahead. We will be
showcasing it at The FIT Show, and it will be available to
VEKA customers, and Network VEKA members, thank to
our status as a Network VEKA affiliate partner.
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Windows
QUICKSLIDE KICKS OFF 2016 WITH NEW 70MM SYSTEM FOR CASEMENTS
uickslide has celebrated the start of 2016

in style by introducing a 70mm casement
window system and new colour options
as standard. This upgrade will ensure Quickslides
customers can continue to enjoy the latest products,
and will also provide a perfect match to the Yorkshire
based fabricators market leading Vertical Slider.
Quickslides sales and marketing director, Tom
Swallow, said: We pride ourselves not only on
our products but our quality of service, part of
which is listening to what our customers want. The
introduction of the 70mm system is a response to
feedback from our partners who told us that they
love our Vertical Slider, but wanted a better looking,
more suitable system for their casements.
To coincide with the launch of the new system,
weve also introduced a range of new wood-grain
finishes as standard across both the casement and
Vertical Slider range, continued Tom. These will
include popular options such as Chartwell green

and anthracite grey, as well as a new version of our
current Quickslide cream, which is lighter and more
popular within the industry.
With its own in-house state-of-the-art painting
facilities, the addition of the new finishes further
enhances the appeal of Quickslides innovative
Vertical Slider and enables customers to choose
their VS or casement windows in any colour they
want.
Coming with a number of other impressive optional
features such as run-through or plant-on sash
horns, surface mounted astragal bars and Secured
By Design accreditation, the introduction of the
new 70mm system adds to its extensive range of
other premium products that include aluminium
bi-folds, sliding patio and Solidor composite
doors, WarmCore bi-folding doors and Residence 9
windows.
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LUMI PRODUCTS STEAL THE

SHOW AT ATHENA WINDOWS
hugely excited about offering to his discerning
customers.
When I first saw Lumi, it wasnt just the aesthetics
or the high standard of the frameless design that
made such a huge impression, but the performance
as well, he said. Elegance, performance and
trust are the three main qualities that are central
to the way we do business at Athena because they
reflect what we want our customers to see, feel
and experience after enhancing their homes with
our products and Lumi fits the bill perfectly.
orthern Ireland based installer, Athena

Windows, is a company that has built an
enviable reputation over the years for
supplying only the highest quality windows and
doors and has now taken the decision to enhance
its showroom and portfolio of premium products
by introducing Apeers range of pioneering Lumi
frameless windows and bi-folding patio and
residential doors.
Managing Director of Athena Windows, Colm
ONeill, says he was extremely impressed with
the superior quality of Apeers composite, bi-fold
and French doors when he visited the companys
stand at the SelfBuild & Improve Your Home Show
in Belfast last year. It was an introduction that
ultimately led to the discovery of Apeers cutting
edge Lumi product range, which Colm says he was
After receiving a fantastic response from a number

of Lumi door and window samples, Athena has
recently become one of Apeers approved Lumi
suppliers and has revamped its showroom in order
to capitilise on demand for the ground breaking
new system.
Lumi is a new range of contemporary frameless
windows and doors that combines unique edgeto-edge glazing with the strength, security and
internal styling of more traditional products. The
state-of-the-art design features energy efficient
triple glazing that is structurally bonded to a core
of high strength, glass-fibre reinforced profiles.
Apeer has announced that it will exhibiting at
SelfBuild & Improve Your Home at the Titanic
Exhibition Centre, Belfast in February 2016 and
as well as displaying the full range of its Lumi
products, including its windows and composite,
French and bi-fold doors, it will also be setting up
a Lumi dealer network in Northern Ireland.
www.apeer.co.uk/lumi
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Blinds
MORLEY GLASS &

GLAZING BOOSTS
SCREENLINE
SPARE PARTS
SERVICE
ni-Blind manufacturer Morley Glass &

Glazings extensive stock of accessories
and spare parts for ScreenLine integral
blind systems is now featured in a new brochure,
available to download from the companys
website.
5 10 working days whether you originally

purchased your ScreenLine blind system from
Morley Glass or not.
The range of ScreenLine spares available from

Morley Glass next day includes items such as cord
kits, cord tensioners, external magnetic sliders,
Ian Short, managing director at Morley Glass & transparent wands, battery modules, solar panels,
Glazing, says: The brochure has been designed to battery chargers, transformers control units,
make it even easier for fabricators and installers replacement remote control devices and clips,
to do business with us.
knobs and end caps for all systems.
We stock the biggest range of ScreenLine To request a brochure call 0113 277 8722 or visit
accessories and spare parts in the UK. So when www.morleyglass.co.uk.
you need a part for our Uni-Blinds or any
ScreenLine integral blind system, well make
sure you have it within 24 hours if we have it in
stock. As the largest ScreenLine fabricator in the
country, we have daily deliveries from Pellini in
Italy and can supply any other spare parts within
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General Section
hile
many
are
clock
watching
as we hurtle once
again towards festive fun and
celebrations, with discussion
rife about whether we will see a
white Christmas, for the glazing
sector its also a time of focus
and forecasts.
According to recent reports
and the most recent Experian
forecasts, it is predicted that
construction output will grow
by 3.6% next year and then a
further 4.3% increase should
occur in 2017. So it looks to be
boding well.
Earlier this year total output for
work in the sector was calculated
to reach 142 billion by 2017, a
rise from131 billion this year.
The growth forecast for 2015
has however been reduced
from 3.9% to 3.5% which has
been attributed to reservations
relating to the general election
earlier this year, and which
Experian put down to a less
buoyant first half of the year
than expected.
Looking at construction in
general, it is considered probable
that
private
commercial
construction will be the fastest
growing area in 2016 with a 7%
growth; however the speedy
25% growth of infrastructure
shown this year is predicted to
fall by 5% in 2016.
put in front of us to scrutinize

faster than we can blink.
It would seem once again that
the London area is forging ahead
according to many mortgage
companies and estate agents,
with the suggestion that the
annual increase in house prices
in the Capital will grow by 10.6%.
According to Nationwide, the

For the Glass and Glazing sector view is a little muddier as the
there would seem to be a positive regions beyond London and
outlook as private housing the South East slowed in the
output is predicted to grow by third quarter, with the Midlands
5% during 2016, although falls and northern areas performing
of 10% have been suggested for much slower.
the public housing sector during
the year.
It would seem that the Land
Registry would be in agreement
With a generally positive forecast with this as figures demonstrate
this will no doubt reflect on our that property market growth has
national fascination regarding continued to cool with house
house prices, which are a main prices up 4.2 % compared to 12
stimulant in relation to the months ago. However the East
consumer economy within the of England continues to see the
UK. Constantly we try to second biggest annual growth, with
guess the movement of the prices up 8.4 per cent compared
property market, with detailed to 2014.
analyses from one lender, broker
or sales agent or another, being Rightmove has suggested that
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General Section
an average property in London could reach 1 the Feed-in Tariff for the technology.
million by 2020 if costs continue to escalate at the
current rate.
It is hoped by the Solar Trade Association that
this will salvage the solar industry to provide a
Yet how realistic are these figures? As the Land viable solution for the solar market and enable it
Registry uses a repeat sales formula the monthly to continue developing. It certainly will become
index does not include properties that have not an increasingly important topic for debate over
sold at least twice since 1995. Equally, sales figures the coming years.
are not included relating to new build homes or
those that have been in long-term ownership. Due Finally as we head towards the beginning another
to a lack of properties on the market, currently, Christmas and New Year, it has been interesting
vendors are seizing this opportunity to hike prices and inspiring to see the changes, developments and
up, with average asking prices currently having growth across the glass sector. The culmination
risen to the biggest on record since September of a good business year has been celebrated by
2002.
the great and the good of the industry and the
richly deserved crowning glories of Accolades
Another area that will undoubtedly have an effect and Awards, via the G Awards and the National
on the glazing sector will be energy efficiency and Fenestration Awards. Many congratulations to
the reduction of carbon footprints, once again, everyone involved.
becoming a major topic for debate.
As the business year comes to a close, the entire
MyTradeTV team would like to celebrate the spirit
of the season by wishing wish you a very Happy
Christmas and much continued success for 2016.
Energy and Climate Change Secretary Amber

Rudd has stated that she intends to prioritise
fuel costs with a view to keeping bills down for
consumers and businesses alike. Her commitment
to reducing emissions has been declared that it Written by Helen Duval
Producer @ MyTradeTV
will be in the most cost-effective way
ade
She continues on to state:
Our support has driven down the cost of

renewable energy significantly. As costs continue
to fall it becomes easier for parts of the renewables
industry to survive without subsidies. Were taking
action to protect consumers, whilst protecting
existing investment.
The solar industry has suggested a feasible rescue
bid for British solar with the recommended 1
solar rescue plan for 2019 being put forward as an
alternative to the Governments proposed cuts to
Limited
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ARE YOU FIT FOR CHRISTMAS?
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VISIT A NATIONAL PLASTICS STORE AND FIND OUT WHY ITS

THE UK LARGEST INDEPENDENT TRADE COUNTER NETWORK
ational Plastics is the

UKs largest independent
trade counter network
and when you visit one of the
stores its easy to see why. Quite
simply, the overall experience is
second to none.
Giving customers what they want
is something thats central to
Managing Director Geoff Fosters
vision for the company, which is
why the customer experience is so
important to him. Our customers
are busy people and our aim is
to make their lives easier. To do
that, two things are vital: stock
availability and staff knowledge.
When it comes to stock, National
Plastics is renowned for its range,
which includes fascia boards,
soffits, trims, internal and external
cladding, guttering, drainage
systems, carports and canopies,

windows, doors, conservatories,
EPDM rubber roofing and much
more. Whats perhaps less well
known is how much of that stock
is always available. We aim to
keep 99% of our stocked items
readily available at any one
time, says Geoff. The last thing
a customer wants to hear when
hes made a special trip to see us
is that an item wont be in stock
until later on in the week. We keep
the number of times that happens
to an absolute minimum.
Whats also noticeable about
a visit to National Plastics is
how on the ball the staff are.
Our staff are genuine product
experts, says Geoff. It means
our customers can trust them
to answer any questions, make
informed suggestions and offer
useful advice whenever its

needed. Whether its a regular
customer from a big company or
a one-off visit from a one man
band, our staff will always want to
help as much as they can.
It is clear that National Plastics
approach of making customers
lives easier is proving very
successful. The company has
added 9 million to its turnover
in recent years and plans to take
its total number of stores to 50 by
the end of end of 2017.
You dont get to be the UKs
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network by accident. So if youre
not already a regular customer,
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SAD NEWS: GODFREY ARNOLD
t is with sadness that following a short of the BPF Windows Group and a regular
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Godfrey Arnold on the 24th November. A conferences. One of the industrys true gents,
Chemical Engineer by profession and most Godfreys expertise, depth of knowledge and
recently a Principal of independent analysts commitment to the UKs PVC window and
D and G Consulting, Godfrey spent most of door industry will be missed.
his working life in the PVC industry including
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he was responsible for Pan European technical all at MyTradeTV.
service and market development.
There at the beginning of the UKs PVC window
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Glass
POSITIVE RESULTS FOR THE GLASS MACHINERY COMPANY
eading glass machinery provider, The Glass
but a few, has resulted in the company achieving a
Machinery Company has seen significant
stronger corporate position nationally.
growth this year with key industry players
already making large investment commitments for
Located near the central motorway network,
2016.
the companys main administrative and storage
The sales growth over the last 12 months further
warehouse facility in Shropshire.
substantiates the high calibre products and support
provides ample space for storage of stock and ancillary
services provided by the company, which has
products enabling The Glass Machinery Company
attracted steady investment by companies including
team to provide a slick and efficient customer service
Mid Devon Glass, T4, KLG and latterly MiGlass.
nationwide.
The Glass Machinery Company team is now recognised
With one of the widest ranges of technologically
as a leading UK distributor for a number of European
advanced glass equipment on the market, the team
glass machinery providers. Strong customer liaison
is committed to providing installation and delivery
and training services together with a broad product
services that will exceed expectation which existing
range that includes premium equipment from
and new customers have quickly grasped.
headquarters are based in a modern office and

This facility
Benteler, Fratelli Pezza, CMS and Bovone, to name

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Glass
In a commitment to provide only the highest
installing glass machinery. This is reflected in the
standards, the team has worked hard to reinforce the
orders that have already been placed with us for next
competitive advantage gained from investment in
year. Companies which have previously dominated
the range, spares and service support.
the sector have lost ground this year.
The company is now recognised for supplying market
The Glass Machinery Company is positive and intends
leading brands that will simplify production methods
to set a benchmark for others to follow as 2015
and yield greater profit margins for customers.
comes to a close. We are sending a clear, strong and
The after care services reflect the companys high
confident message to the industry that investment
standards as well as the teams commitment to
in this company will lead to improved production
provide quality and reliability at a realistic cost.
methods and fast ROI.
With an emphasis placed on professionalism and a
Phil Birchall concludes, We are committed to provide
progressive approach to installation and training,
only the best, which will lead to further growth, not
focus for the team remains consistently high.
just for this company but for our customers as we
Phil Birchall, Managing Director comments, We
head into a new business year.
endeavour to establish a strong working relationship
For more information on the range of glass machinery
with our customers and as such are now considered
solutions available please visit:
a serious contender when it comes to supplying and
www.theglassmachinerycompany.co.uk
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Spacer Bar
SWISSPACERS NEW TOOLKIT HELPS

SELL BENEFITS OF WARM EDGE
WISSPACER, the worlds leading manufacturer

of high-performance warm edge spacer
bars, launches its new Marketing Toolkit, a
comprehensive suite of selling aids for fabricators
and installers. Its designed to make it easy to sell
the benefits of warm edge and energy efficient
windows with SWISSPACER inside.
The Toolkit is a comprehensive range of free
marketing and sales aids, summed up in a new A5
gatefold leaflet. It includes an animated explainer
video for installers that helps to explain the benefits
of warm edge to homeowners in a consumer friendly
way; Caluwin - a clever app which calculates how
much energy and money homeowners will save with
their new windows, downloadable to your mobile
or on the website; plus brochures, sample cards,
window labels, van and lorry transfer stickers, and
data sheets. Many of the tools can be tailored with
the customers own branding and details.
John Cooper, Head of Sales and Marketing UK and
Ireland, says: SWISSPACER recognises that a warm
edge spacer bar is a small component in between

two or three panes of glass that generally goes
unnoticed by homeowners. They are not aware how
important it is to the energy efficiency of windows
and to energy savings. Explaining the role and
significance of a warm edge spacer bar to a window
can get complicated and be difficult to describe
simply to homeowners, so fabricators and installers
avoid it.
Our new marketing Toolkit is designed to make
it easy to sell the benefits of warm edge with
confidence. The wide range of selling aids means
there is something for everyone and our customers
can choose to have the complete suite, or select what
they will find most useful. So far our new explainer
video and sample cards have been particularly
popular.
For more information on SWISSPACERs new
Marketing Toolkit call 0845 601 1265 or email
marketing@swisspacer.com. Follow @Ultimate_
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Certification
QUICKSLIDES EMPLOYEES MAKE THE GRADE
righouse-based window manufacturer Quickslide

is celebrating after 58 of its production staff were
presented with their certificates for successfully
completing an NVQ in Performing Manufacturing
Operations (PMO).
Quickslide is highly regarded for its sliding sash windows,
and the company has been instrumental in making this
former niche product popular, while manufacturing a
wide range of other styles of windows and doors.
Our success as a company hinges on the ability of our
staff to make some of the best windows in the industry,
explained Quickslides managing director Michael
Connor. Therefore, we raised our game and improved
the skills of our employees by putting 58 of them on a
course with Track Training.
The PMO NVQ Diploma is designed to cover the skills
and knowledge in one or more of a wide variety of
manufacturing activities.
Assessors looked for many key indicators of competent
behaviour, including: controlling manufacturing
operations; inspecting the quality of a finished product;
and working effectively as part of a team.
Quickslide employee Simon Bedford, who is often found
in charge of the glazing element of window manufacturer,

explained why the course was important to him.
When I started work at Quickslide, I knew next to
nothing about window manufacture, he said. However,
over the last 3 years, I have been trained to make frames
to a very high standard, fit industry leading hardware,
and fully inspect a window to pick up on any defects.
While there are many people in this country making
windows, my diploma proves that along with my 57
colleagues I am among the best at doing it. It also
proves that Quickslide is keen recognise excellence in
the workplace.
Michael also explained that it was important to remember
the operator in what has become an increasingly
automated industry. Window machinery speeds up the
window making process and takes away much of the
hard work from the employee, he said. Unfortunately,
this can lead to a dumbing down, meaning problems are
not spotted fast enough if they occur. By putting our
employees on a course, we know that they are critical of
the manufacturing process from when the order comes
in to when the window leaves on the back of a lorry. And,
ultimately, our customers will benefit from that.
www.quickslide.co.uk/
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Certification
ENTER THE FENSA MASTER FITTER CHALLENGE

TO WIN PRIZES UP TO 10,000 NOW
JUST DAYS TO ENTRY DEADLINE!
ENSA is urging its registered businesses to

enter the Master Fitter Challenge now to win
prizes up to 10,000 before the deadline of
the 31st December 2015.
FENSA will be at the FIT Show 2016 as part of the

GGF Group to deliver a range of seminars such as on
the Building Regulations, Window Energy Ratings
and FENSA PAYG (Pay as You Go).
Run in association with the FIT Show 2016 and To enter the Master Fitter Challenge for free or for
sponsored by FENSA and GQA Qualifications, the further information please go to:
Master Fitter Challenge tests installation skills. www.fitshow.co.uk/master-fitter-challenge
Winners have the opportunity to win prizes of
5,000, 3,000 or 2,000 which will be presented
live during the FIT Show Gala dinner in Telford
in April 2016. Winners also receive considerable
publicity in the trade press in recognition for their
achievement.
The competition is free to enter and is open to
individuals or teams of two. Competition entrants
must have a minimum of two years of industry
experience in the installation of domestic windows
and doors. Additionally, they must be MTC compliant
through the FENSA MTC Card (or other industry
equivalent) or relevant qualifications at the time of
selection of Finalists (approximately January 2016).
Aside from sponsoring the Master Fitter Challenge,
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2015
a year to celebrate
Thank you to our customers,
we hope you all have a fantastic 2016
10
companies
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2
new
members
of staff
50
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websites
6
mobile
apps
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online
ordering
systems
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Marketing
THE CONSULTANCY SHATTERS ALL EXPECTATIONS
WARD winning digital specialist The

Consultancy is closing the year celebrating
its most successful annual performance to
date.
The company, which specifically works within the

window and door industry, has created 50 bespoke
websites, 10 online ordering systems, six mobile
apps in the past 12 months.
Alongside this, the company has expanded
premises and most recently recruited two new
senior appointments, Courtney Blakey as Account
Manager and Daniel Smith as Web Developer.
Richie Thornton, Director of The Consultancy,
said: We could not have asked for a better year,
our customer base is growing, profits are growing
and its great to see that our industry is really
embracing the digital age.
When we first launched The Consultancy over
10 years ago, we set out to make sure the window
and door sector moved with the times and kept up
with its customers. With a year like this one, we
feel were really achieving that and cannot wait to
carry on into 2016.
On top of this, our much-loved Death of the Fax

campaign has resulted in 10 companies saying
goodbye to the traditional fax machine and
embracing online ordering capabilities to suit
their customer needs.
The Consultancys Death of the Fax campaign will
be drawing to a close at the end of the year, however
the companys latest #InvestOnline campaign will
be carrying on into the new year.
Richie added: Investing online is something every
company in the industry should be conscious of
when theyre looking at where they want to take
their business. Plenty of businesses value the
importance of a new showroom, but have they
taken a look at their online worldwide showroom?
Wed like to take this opportunity to thank the
industry for its support and wish them a very happy
new year from all of us here at The Consultancy.
For more information, visit www.theconsultancy.
co.uk / www.theglazingvault.co.uk or call
(01429) 239689.
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Music
Introducing
OTT
Ott was doomed to be a teenager in the cultural
wasteland that was the mid-1980s provincial England.

After a brief period wandering aimlessly through the
hairsprayed deserts of New Romanticism and poodle-rock
he found refuge in the warm, inviting sounds of Scientist,
King Tubby, LKJ, and Prince Far-I and the effortless grace
of European experimentalists Neu! and Kraftwerk.
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Music
t is rare these days that I hear new music that

captivates me to the very core and ticks all the
boxes of my expansive taste. However, 8 Months
ago a friend recommended Otts music to me and upon
checking his discography I was left wanting more and
more. Marketed to me as a psychedelic dub producer,
hes not far wrong, however upon listening to his
discography on repeat I hear a lot of different styles
fused together, which is something I love. Ott takes
elements of psytrance, experimental sound design,
glitch, breaks and most importantly dub/reggae and
has made up his own sound Ottsonic. No one has
impressed me this much in years.
As an avid follower of dub/reggae music it was
refreshing to hear Otts take on dub, fusing electronic
styles inspired by Kraftwerk with melodicas and guitar
skanks taken from the reggae sound. I particularly
love his electronic melodica sound that almost sounds
synthesized due to the effects he uses. This is not
something I hear often in dub music. It was not until
I watched one of his live shows that I saw him using
synthesizers to create these melodica sounds. When
Ott plays live he gets a full band in and performs as
Ott and the all seeing eye. If your interested check
out his performance in Atlanta on YouTube.
Heres some more info on Ott pulled from his official

biography. The end of the 1980s brought with it a
cultural and musical revolution and Ott headed to
London to immerse himself in the new energy. Initially
unimpressed by the frantic, unmusical clatterings of acid
house and rave he discovered a new wave of artists who
apparently shared his love of organic dub and pristine
electronics. Artists such as The Orb, Dub Syndicate,
FSOL and African Head Charge. These were people who
were unafraid to combine bass-heavy rhythm, abstract
soundscape and timeless melody into a huge, evershifting sonic universe which reflected perfectly the spirit
of hope and positivity which prevailed.

It was at this point that Ott found his first work as an
engineer in several studios around North London.
Working obsessively, 18 hours a day, seven days a week
for the next ten years, Ott developed his engineer skills
working with artists such as Brian Eno, The Orb, Youth,
African Head Charge, Steve Hillage, and On-U-Sound.
After mastering his studio skills, Ott celebrated the end
of the 20th century and the beginning of the 21st by
giving it all up and moving to a remote cottage in South
West England to be alone with his cats and his studio.
Here he embarked on a series of sonic experiments,
drawing heavily on the classic dub sounds from Jamaica
and hypnotic electronic pulse from Germany which had
provided such a refuge during the 1980s. A period of
intense creativity followed, during which a great many
tracks were created and then stashed away on tapes.
He has just finished his fifth full length album called

Fairchild released spring 2015. You can buy that
here. Although I have recently been admiring his
remix album of Hallucinogen tunes Hallucinogen in
Dub released in 2002.
Visit Otts Facebook page for more details and gig info.
Visit Otts official website to buy his music.
Written by Rob Wade
(Graphic Designer @ MyTradeTV)
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Appointments
THERMOSEAL GROUP EMPLOYS A NEW

AREA SALES MANAGER IN IRELAND
ollowing 18 years of working as one of
company and camaraderie between the Groups
Thermoseal Groups highly regarded Area
branches and teams. The customers I have met so
Sales
1,500
far have been extremely friendly and have a good
insulated glass (IG) components and a range of
working relationship with Thermoseal Group. Im
Managers
supplying
over
glass machinery to the Groups Ireland customers, now looking to do my part and expand business
Norman Cameron has now retired from the Groups
Belfast office and has been replaced by Duncan
Sowter.
Duncan will now continue to support
customers and look for new business in Ireland.
within the Irish Market.

To find out about Thermoseal Group and its
comprehensive range of insulated glass components
(including highest performance Thermobar and
The Groups Sales Director Mark Hickox comments:
Thermoflex Warm Edge Spacers) and machinery for
Id like to personally thank Norman for his years of
glazing manufacture, call +44(0)121 331 3950 or
commitment to Thermoseal Group. It was himself
visit www.thermosealgroup.com.
and Andrew McCandless who initially set up our

Belfast branch and has expanded our sales within
Ireland. Norman is a big personality and has been
a great asset to the team. We wish Norman all the
To purchase in Ireland, speak to Duncan Sowter on

+44 (0) 7736 465860 or e-mail:
duncan.sowter@thermosealgroup.com.
best in the future.

Id also like to welcome Duncan Sowter. Duncan
already has a fair amount of experience of the
industry having sold IG units for the past 13 years.
He has experience in using our products and
those of competitors and so understands what our
customers expect in terms of quality and service.
Welcome to the team.
Duncan adds: Im really pleased to be part of an
innovative and industry-leading business with
such a broad range of high quality products I can
sell into the Irish Market. I am particularly pleased
to be working for a growing manufacturer of warm
edge spacers supplying to the UK and Ireland, and
also looking to increase its export volume.
There is a wealth of knowledge and experience
in Thermoseal Group and in particular over 100
years of experience within the sales team. It is
very encouraging to see the staff dedication to the
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Appointments
ANDY JONES JOINS SYNSEAL

the imagination with its emphasis on technical
evaluation and forward-looking vision.
Ive enjoyed every minute of my time at
Edgetech, says Andy. When I joined Edgetech
there were 3 people working in the UK, now there
are 73 and working together to grow that business
has been most rewarding. However, I am excited
to be joining Synseal and look forward to getting
stuck in and meeting my customers and new
colleagues.
I am delighted to welcome Andy Jones to the
Synseal Group, comments Chief Executive David
Leng. With his engaging personality, energy and
commercial focus on presenting value-adding
products and innovation, Andy will be an asset to
ndy Jones has joined the Synseal board

of Directors in a newly-created position
of Group Sales & Marketing Director,
reporting to Chief Executive David Leng.
industry,
Andy
needs
drive and passion can help transform the fortune

of a business and bringing our sales and marketing
teams together under Andys leadership will be a
major step forward for us, as we seek to deliver
A prominent and well-known figure in the

fenestration
our business for sure. He has demonstrated how
little
even better systems supply and service solutions

tailored for each of our customers.
introduction having enjoyed 13 successful years

at Edgetech UK, most recently in the role of
Managing Director.
Under Andys hands-on
leadership, Edgetech has grown dynamically with

innovative products such as thermally-efficient
Super Spacer warm edge spacer bar and TruFit
expanding foam tape. In 2014, Andy brought
the whole industry together to discuss the
thought-provoking Triple Glazing Question,
a challenging debate which certainly captured
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ROOFLIGHTS FOR TRADE FLYING OFF-THE-SHELF

Available for next day delivery in a variety
of sizes, we can offer customers choice: for a
contemporary, clean square shape, Aether is our
flat fixed square rooflight consisting a strong
square line frame and glazed edge to edge for
minimalist styling and available with walk over
option; with the same technical properties as
Aether, Helios is our chamfered edge option fixed
rooflight and is available as a manual opener or
upgradeable to an electric opening with optional
weather pack for even more added value. These
ast month saw the launch of a new range
rooflights provide controllable ventilation as well
of Rooflights from the aluminium SMART
as modern good looks. Our pyramid option is the
and Schueco fabricator Alumen. Thanks
Olympus with its internal and external aluminium
to their heritage and deep understanding of the
trim for a clean stylish finish consisting of a
capabilities of aluminium as a building material,
strong, weather tight, secure frame at a 45 degree
Alumen has spent the last 6 months developing
pitch. Fixed, manual or electric opening options
a truly top quality aluminium rooflight range.
are available with internal lighting and the size
With a good number of leads coming in, these
can be extended into a fully opening larger roof
products, with intelligent design, great looks,
lantern.
simple installation and fast lead times, are flying
straight off-the-shelf.
All of these options offer top quality engineering
at a cost that offers the trade a great opportunity
Alan Robinson, Managing Director comments:
to complete and add value, choice and margin
When we launched our new range of rooflights
to their rooflight sales. Topped off with next
to the trade last month, we hoped there would be
day delivery, easy online ordering, tailor-made
a lot of interest but even we have been surprised
marketing support and of course an installation
by just how high those levels have been! Designed
manual, our aim is to open up this growing market
specifically for better aesthetics, smoother
to even more installers and builders across the
operation and representing value for money,
UK. Call us now for limited period special offer of
trade customers now have the choice of off-thefree next day delivery.
shelf fixed, manual and electric opening, square
and pyramid rooflights in addition to bespoke
For more information and immediate online
options including integral lighting, temperature
ordering, visit here or call us on 01536 737377
control packs and a variety of glazing options. All
and to keep up to date with developments and
with secure, weather tight and moisture resistant
special offers follow us on Twitter @AlumenLtd
frames, the range comprises three distinct families
the Aether, Helios and Olympus brands.
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ith Christmas on all our

positively to the MyTradeTV request

have children or young family members

minds at the moment, the

and have contributed generously to the

Also, at some time

MyTradeTV team will be

Christmas Charity fund. Consequently,

or another, we all have to face some

once again holding a Charity Day with a

the team has purchased, wrapped and will

serious medical issues.

difference for children who are unable to

deliver individual Christmas presents to

affect our children it is horrendous and

celebrate with their families at home.

Pinderfields childrens hospitals.

a little support, however small, can mean

On 14th December 2015, Managing

A new, purpose-built Childrens Ward at

Director, Lee Clarke and the team

Pinderfields Hospital in mid Yorkshire,

visited Pinderfields childrens hospital

which caters for burns, inpatient surgery

As most of us look forward to sharing a

to sprinkle a little Christmas spirit over

and Childrens therapy, was visited by

special time with family at Christmas,

those families who will be affected by

the MyTradeTV team.

the idea that we can physically bring a

illness and hospitalisation over the

As a devoted family man, Lee was

The whole team and the majority of

difference, where children could benefit

from the generosity of others.

together to provide a little something

Lee comments, I made a pledge to do

everything to parents, particularly at this

little happiness and optimism to others