Fenestration Digital Magazine edition 10

Fenestration Digital Magazine edition 10

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ISSUE 10: FENESTRATION DIGITAL MAGAZINE

RENOLIT Film Service.

The repair specialists.

Stands J63 and J70

Perfect repairs - learn the tricks of the trade!

Make all kinds of film damage disappear as if they had never happened - from damage caused in transit, through incorrect cleaning or handling, to the consequences of a burglary - in six easy steps.

All it takes is original RENOLIT EXOFOL Repair Film - and qualified training by our experts.

Visit RENOLIT on stand J63 at FIT Show for live demonstrations every hour.

www.renolit.com/exterior

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Desirable. Durable. Delivered in just 10 days.

ORDER TODAY

www.morleyglass.co.uk

Quotes available in 60 minutes.

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Tel: 0113 277 8722 Email: [email protected] Direct fax for quotations: 0113 277 8723

Morley Glass & Glazing Ltd, Unit 3, Leeds 27 Industrial Estate, Bruntclie Way, Leeds LS27 0HH

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HEGLA’S ECOLAM STREAMLINES PRODUCTION AT KISH GLASS LTD

Eamonn Marnell comments “Both the HEGLA machinery and the support received have been excellent. Any queries we had regarding the system were immediately resolved and we are very impressed with the HEGLA work ethic. Capacity has increased considerably and we have the potential to further grow the business when the time is right.” Steve Goble, Managing Director HEGLA UK Ltd comments, “As a longstanding HEGLA customer, it is always good to work with Kish Glass and see the results first hand. As discussions and the project developed it was felt that a new EcoLam machine would be of greater benefit to the company to help diversify the range and improve efficiency. We proved on paper that we could offer a more efficient production line which has subsequently proved itself after installation.” For more information on the benefits of the HEGLA EcoLam and other automated machinery products from the range please call 01908 261933.

For Kish Glass management it is vital to be able to produce units of real quality that will conform to both current and any new industry standards that could take effect. With an eye on customer guarantees, it was imperative to invest in machinery with a proven track record. Technically, the EcoLam cutting table now allows the company to cut a more varied range of glass types. Easy to use with semiautomatic processes this system makes an ideal quality solution for professional laminated glass cutting. The system automatically handles the cutting, breaking and separation functions, to guarantee optimum results. Eamonn Marnell believes that it is essential to minimize material waste while still ensuring that products are made efficiently and to the highest standards. Another advantage of the EcoLam cutting system includes greater safety and all orders are now synchronized with the cutting table instructions via the cutting code. The seamless installation of the HEGLA equipment has not disappointed with the after sales care available from the team considered second to none. For Eamonn Marnell this installation has removed a lot of heavy duty work and simplified production methods enormously.

Well known in Dublin as a glass processor and manufacturer, Kish Glass Ltd has recently made investments in HEGLA automation to diversify the range and streamline production methods. In order to optimize space and efficiency on the production floor a HEGLA EcoLam cutting table has been installed. Originally launched in 1973 Kish Glass has seen a steady rise as a reliable, quality manufacturer of glass products for both commercial and domestic markets. With a modern range of quality products the need for cutting laminate products became essential and in order to accommodate this growth senior management needed to simplify production methods.Eamonn Marnell, Managing Director at Kish Glass was very familiar with the HEGLA engineering pedigree having other products from the company’s

range installed that had proven their worth. He looked to evaluate the most appropriate equipment that would cater for an increase in demand and which could also meet and exceed expectations in terms of corporate developments. HEGLA’s extensive understanding in respect of both the industry and the company’s requirements, along with the team’s ability to offer variable solutions, reinforced Kish Glass management’s position that the company was the right business partner to help the company achieve its potential moving forward. Investment was made in the HEGLA EcoLam system which now enables the company to deliver a broader product range in a considerably shorter timescale.

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MAKING THE MOST OF THE COLOUR TREND

2019 is going to be the year of colour, among other things, and for installers and fabricators it is going to be very important that they make the most of that trend. Colour has opened up a huge new revenue stream for the industry, and one which provides home owners genuine inspiration and a chance to get really creative with their home improvements. Colour is also something that has to be done right. The quality of finish, the process and the reliability are all important factors if an installer or fabricator is going to get involved in colour. When we mean colour, we mean bespoke sprayed colour. Home owner demand for bespoke coloured windows and doors continues to rise, and that is where you need a company with heritage and the expertise to carry it out properly. Enter Kolorseal.. Established now for 15 years, based out of Dewsbury in West Yorkshire, Kolorseal began their journey into colour just as the industry was starting to think properly beyond the boundaries of White and the usual wood grains. Today, they service installers and fabricators alike, custom spraying PVCu and aluminium fenestration products, as well as splashbacks and their own stock of ancillary products sold at their trade counter from their base in Dewsbury.

For installers, being able to offer home owners windows and doors coloured to their specific requirements opens up a whole new USP that competitors who are slow off the mark won’t capitalise on. What Kolorseal can do is to facilitate and enable that new revenue stream by providing that colour spraying service. What’s more, this is an affordable option for home owners. The product Kolorseal provides is a high quality one that will stand the test of time, whilst being well within the reach of most home owners from a monetary point of view. It’s because of this affordability and easily accessible service from companies like Kolorseal that installers and indeed fabricators cannot afford to miss out. As a main sponsor of the National Fenestration Awards, you will be able to meet Debbie from Kolorseal at the #NFA18 Winners Event due to be held at the end of April. Find out more about that and more about what Kolorseal can do for you here: www.fenestrationawards.co.uk/nfa18-winners-event Alongside their new website, Kolorseal are on social media too. Follow them on Twitter at @Kolorseal, on Facebook: www.facebook.com/kolorseal and on Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/company/kolorseal-ltd

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Increase your profits with integral blinds

RENOLIT Film Service.

The repair specialists.

Stands J63 and J70

ORDER TODAY

www.morleyglass.co.uk

Perfect repairs - learn the tricks of the trade!

Quotes available in 60 minutes.

Make all kinds of film damage disappear as if they had never happened - from damage caused in transit, through incorrect cleaning or handling, to the consequences of a burglary - in six easy steps.

from

Tel: 0113 277 8722 Email: [email protected] Direct fax for quotations: 0113 277 8723

All it takes is original RENOLIT EXOFOL Repair Film - and qualified training by our experts.

Visit RENOLIT on stand J63 at FIT Show for live demonstrations every hour.

Morley Glass & Glazing Ltd, Unit 3, Leeds 27 Industrial Estate, Bruntclie Way, Leeds LS27 0HH

www.renolit.com/exterior

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LIT . riginal.

RENOLIT. Das Original.

Perfect partnerships

In a bit of a PR pickle? We’d relish the opportunity to help.

The first for exterior films.

RENOLIT EXOFOL products have reliably remained at the forefront of exterior surface technology for over thirty years and have a highly valued reputation for innovation and quality.

A commitment to development and investment in new designs and aesthetics deliver added value for our customers in a market where there is an increased demand for colour and realistic natural finishes. Dedication to customer care, service, technical and marketing support ensure that the original continues to lead the way.

Contact us for further information at [email protected]

T: 01904 610077 www.partners-group.co.uk

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‘I began my apprenticeship in mechanical engineering in 2014 and since then have learned a lot. I’m now the head of the parts department at Avantek. I read electrical and pneumatic drawings, do stock takes, assist customers in replacement parts and order what’s needed for the company. In July 2018 I finished my engineering apprenticeship and in 2019 I received my NVQs.’ Since beginning his apprenticeship, Kieran has excelled in his studies and exceeded his quotas and targets for parts sales at Avantek. When we spoke to Avantek’s Service & Parts Manager Dominic Gillett about Kieran, he gave us rave reviews and explained why apprenticeships are so vital to the company.

‘Many of our employees have to go abroad to learn about the machines our suppliers manufacture. They’re specialised machines and you can’t just send a guy out of the country who has no idea about the machine or what it will be used for. Kieran now has the basis to go onto these machinery processes, having done an excellent job within his apprenticeship, and is a valued member of the Avantek team.’

AVANTEK ADDS ONE TO THE TEAM

Vital to keeping the lifeblood of the fenestration industry pumping, fresh minds, young people and new ideas need to be recruited. One of Avantek Machinery’s operational priorities is to bring in young people with fresh eyes and talent for working with specialised window fabrication machinery. With a decrease in skilled workers reaching critical levels because of the percentage of experienced staff reaching retirement age, the need for young people to discover the fenestration industry is now more important than ever. Like its sister company, HL Plastics, Avantek is committed to bringing young people into the industry by offering comprehensive, rewarding apprenticeships. Recently, Avantek had another apprentice finish his programme and we sat down with him to hear his story.

Kieran Heywood was introduced to Avantek by his friend James Barker. James was the first apprentice to work at Avantek and finish his programme – and he knew that it would be something that Kieran would enjoy. Kieran was working at a retail establishment at the time; he’d finished school and knew that University wasn’t something that he had any interest in. He wanted to get paid to learn and start a career at the same time – which is why he sent in his apprenticeship application to Avantek Machinery. ‘I had an interview with one of the Directors, who gave me a tour of the facility. The site was immaculate and everything that they did was incredibly interesting. I knew straight away that this was somewhere I could see myself working.

Discover more about Avantek Machinery at www.avantekmachinery.co.uk

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