Industry News and Stories for August 2012

By Lister Trade Frames Ltd, 31/08/2012

Going green, environmental awareness and eco-friendly are the words that have become part of our daily lexicon. Nearly every industry operates initiatives designed to help protect the planet and the future of our children. The glazing industry has its own environmental challenges and Lister Trade Frames of Stoke on Trent...

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By TruFrame, 30/08/2012

Truframe, specialist manufacturers of Liniar UPVC windows, doors, composite doors, patio and bi-fold doors, will be taking their first steps into the exhibition arena when they take part in next year's FIT Show. The company has chosen to exhibit at the FIT Show as it will coincide with a rebranding excercise...

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By Spectus Systems Ltd, 30/08/2012

The Ashton Centre is a dermatalogical unit at the new, £250m state-of-the-art Pinderfields hospital in Wakefield, Yorkshire. After years of patient use, the building was in need of a fresh new look to complement the rest of the modern hospital facilities, which were officially opened in 2011. In addition...

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By Solidor Ltd, 29/08/2012

With a number of leading PVCu systems companies now offering coloured foils on a short lead time, Nice Door Panels have experienced an increase in demand for their extensive range of coloured door panels. Nice Door Panels was established in 1996 and the company has helped pioneer the development of 2nd generation...

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By First Degree Systems Ltd, 28/08/2012

Forward thinking trade fabricator Alternative Windows is reaping the rewards after installing 'Scan Station' software throughout its factory. Scan Station is the new and improved bar code scanning system from window industry software specialists First Degree Systems. Since kitting the factory out with it...

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By Dempsey Dyer Ltd, 24/08/2012

PVC-u and timber fabricator Dempsey Dyer has reported a 10% increase in sales of their brilliant white windows, doors and conservatories over the last six months as more installers add this striking finish to their portfolio. Dempsey Dyer offer brilliant white on their 2800 series decorative profile and managing director...

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By Solidor Ltd, 22/08/2012

Solidor is now offering its customers the option of the new Mila ProSecure handle alongside the Mila ProStyle letter plate on its range of composite doors. Kitemarked (2 stars), Secured by Design approved and meeting the security requirements of PAS 024 and TS007, the ProSecure handle gives Solidor’s...

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By Purplex Marketing, 17/08/2012

People have become wise to advertising over the last decade.  They’ve learned to block out a lot of junk mail and ignore Google links and TV ads. Considering the average consumer is bombarded with over 3,000 marketing messages per day, it’s no surprise many consumers have their own in-built ‘spam...

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By Spectus Systems Ltd, 16/08/2012

Leading profile manufacturer, Spectus Window Systems, has launched two new stone cill adaptors for their Elite 70 PVC-U window and door systems into the Irish market. Product manager at Spectus, Chris Ross said: "The new stone cill adaptors for Elite 70 were originally designed to meet the needs of our...

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By Solidor Ltd, 14/08/2012

Solidor and Universal Arches have pooled their expertise in composite doors and profile bending respectively, to offer the industry's first arched top composite doors, available nationwide. Both companies are well renowned in their respected markets for quality and innovation, Solidor for 2nd generation...

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By Chase Taylor Recruitment Ltd, 13/08/2012

Chase Taylor Recruitment, the specialist recruitment agency for the fenestration and construction industry, has launched its new website www.chasetaylor.co.uk Designed to make the recruitment process more efficient for both prosepective employers and employees, the website allows businesses to...

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By Insight Data Ltd, 13/08/2012

When it comes to prospect data, according to Sonia Punter, Divisional Manager at Insight Data. Data is the engine that drives good marketing and sales management. Using some mailing lists or relying on an old contact database can mean wasting time and money contacting companies who have moved, ceased trading...

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By CDW Systems Limited, 13/08/2012

With teachers and school kids having packed away their books and headed off for the summer break, aluminium specialists CDW Systems Lts is in the midst of a jam-packed summer calender as it supplies windows and doors for a number of school refurbishments. For the most recently completed school project, the...

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By Solidor Ltd, 09/08/2012

Solidor, the innovative manufacturer of composite doors, is the latest major supplier to adopt Insight Data's Salestracker live CRM system. Gareth Mobley, Managing Director at Solidor commented; "Solidor has seen significant year-on-year growth and we needed a system to manage our sales and...

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By Dempsey Dyer Ltd, 08/08/2012

Goodman Fields is a high profile development in the heart of the City and ideally located for Canary Wharf, Docklands and South Bank. Designed by Lifschutz Davidson Sandilands, together with Townshend Landscape Architects for Berkeley First, the development will comprise of a selection of high quality studios, one...

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By Spectus Systems Ltd, 07/08/2012

Leading profile manufacturer, Spectus Window Systems, has introduced cavity closers with expanded polystyrene (EPS), which offer the thermal and energy efficiency performance required for compliance with Part L of the Building Regulations. Available in 75mm and 100mm, the PVC-U cavity closers, with...

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By Insight Data Ltd, 07/08/2012

Insight Data Ltd, the business data provider, has confirmed its commitment to the glazing industry by becoming full members of the Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF). Established in 2006, Insight Data tracks over 15,000 fabricators, installers and glass companies in the UK and Ireland using its Salestracker...

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By Solidor Ltd, 06/08/2012

Innovative composite door manufacturer, Solidor, recently went testing for the renewal of their PAS23/24 certification with highly impressive results, thanks to the structure of the door slab and a new locking system. Solidor have recently signed an exclusive deal with Avantis International for their...

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By TWR Trade Frames , 02/08/2012

Kommerling recently revealed an impressive set of results for the first-half of 2012, with sales up 30% on the previous year. The success was attributed to new customer acquisitions and the continued success of its existing customer base. Leading national fabricator TWR Trade Frames is one such existing...

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By Dempsey Dyer Ltd, 02/08/2012

Forward-thinking PVCu and timber fabricator Dempsey Dyer is delighted to announce it has seen its commitment to innovation and lean manufacturing endorsed by the highest echelons of government. The Pontefract based manufacturers were recently presented with the Manufacturing Advisory Service (MAS)...

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