NFA MAGAZINE - JAN22

NFA MAGAZINE - JAN22

DIGITAL MAGAZINE

HAPPY NEW YEAR

FULL ARTICLE PAGE 10

www.fenestrationawards.co.uk

NFA NEWS

National Fenestration Awards Propels Forward To New Era In 2022

As the National Fenestration Awards are about to enter their tenth campaign, the NFAs are happy to announce that they will be taking another huge leap forwards in their reach and development as they come under new ownership. Co-founder and Director Jason Grafton-Holt, is handing the baton over to Lee Clarke and a growing team of superb industry people who will take the NFAs further and higher than ever before. Indeed, it is the same team that was behind the incredibly successful Winners Event that took place in November 2021 and that cemented the awards as the highlight of the year in the industry calendar. Speaking of the transfer, Jason said: “it has been an absolute honour to be able to build the National Fenestration Awards over the last decade. When it started in 2013 I wanted to show the sector that there was a way to include everyone in the industry in the process of finding and rewarding the very best people and companies each year. We decided to voluntarily close the business and it has since been purchased by the new owner, Lee Clarke, of Glass Ceiling Media Ltd. This will allow the business to expand with the group of companies under his ownership. It’s unique nomination and voting processes, that relies on industry participation to create shortlists and eventual winners and has set the standard for inclusion and reach across the sector. 2021, despite the pandemic, was the very best year for the platform and cemented the NFA’s place at the top of the industry calendar. I am proud to have been part of something that has changed the industry for the better and I know that Lee and his team will take the NFAs even further forward in the years to come and I’m excited to see what happens.

Lee has been involved with the National Fenestration Awards for many years and has been part of the reason why they have grown into the position they have. As my own personal circumstances change, I know Lee and his team is going to do amazing things with the NFAs moving forwards and I wish them all the very best.” Lee Clarke, new Director of the NFAs said: “it’s an absolute privilege to take the reins of the National Fenestration Awards as we begin the tenth campaign. Jason and the team have worked very hard to bring the industry the best awards platform there is and the potential for the awards moving forwards is incredibly exciting. Jason will still be involved with the NFAs in the background, whilst the team that brought the sector the very best NFAs in November 2021 will be working tirelessly to make sure that the 2022 campaign is the biggest and best yet.”The 2022 campaign will kick off soon and will bring with it the momentum taken from the 2021 campaign and record participation. Sponsorship opportunities with the National Fenestration Awards are available right now. Contact the NFAs on 01924 911234 or Email [email protected]. Web: www.fenestrationawards.co.uk Twitter: @NatFenAwards Facebook: www.facebook.com/NatFenAwards

CONTENTS

THIS MONTHS KEY ARTICLES

PAGE 08 MORLEY GLASS RENEWS AMBASSADOR SPONSORSHIP FOR 2022 NFAS We are happy to announce that Morley Glass, have renewed their Ambassador sponsorship of the NFAs.

PAGE 28

THE CONTINUING ALLURE OF GLASS As a construction material, glass has been adapted and altered over time, with many positive breakthroughs achieved.

PAGE 12 10 COMPANIES TO WATCH FOR IN 2022

PAGE 35

SHEERLINE WELCOMES A WEALTH OF TECHNICAL EXPERTISE Aluminium systems company, Sheerline has experienced exponential growth over two years.

Double Glazing Blogger takes a look at some of the companies that he believes will make a big splash in the coming 12 months.

PAGE 16

PAGE 52

GQA QUALIFICATIONS RENEW 2022 NFA AMBASSADOR SPONSORSHIP We are proud to announce that GQA Qualifications, have renewed their sponsorship of the NFAs!

PILKINGTON: STRUCTURAL GLAZING BRINGS NATURE & COMFORT TOGETHER Everyone loves a room with a view and they don’t come more striking than an uninterrupted vista of a fjord.

PAGE 18

PAGE 60

Koloring Korner: with Deborah Hendry, Managing Director at Kolorseal Kolorseal Advises: Know Your Kolors!

NEW BUILDING REGULATIONS ANNOUNCED – WHAT IT MEANS FOR THE FENESTRATION SECTOR The long-awaited revisions to Building Regulations have finally arrived!

JANUARY EDITION 03

CLIPPINGS & MUSINGS

It’s Time To Clean Up Our Act

For those looking to clean up their acts when it comes to clean business practice, then recycling waste has to be a huge part of that process. Naturally, recycling waste will reduce disposal costs as well as carbon emissions, which all goes towards complying with UK environmental legislation. Frequently, when it comes to construction sites, as is common knowledge, the materials used are a combination of virgin materials and those where a level of recycled materials are already incorporated. With construction using such a wide variety of materials in large quantities it enables many companies to increase the amount of waste they can either reuse or recycle. For those looking to improve their recycling processes there are simple but really effective methods that can be introduced to ensure that more waste can be recycled. When it comes to glass and recycling products from construction projects this tends to come from replacement windows for refurbishments and structural glass when replacing old products for new.

Frequently, breakages in storage, in transit or during installation tend to be some of the main issues in relation to recycling as well as over ordering of Waste glass produced on site or during production can be recycled in a number of ways including, crushing, screening, sorting as well as washing and drying.

NATIONAL FENESTRATION AWARDS MAGAZINE 04

FROM HELEN DUVAL 2022

Beyond this, recovered glass can be used in aggregates, insulation, abrasives and filtration amongst other things. There are some drawbacks in that glass extraction can be expensive business, when loading and transporting glass to cullet collection centres. Companies such as Morley Glass, have made great headway on the recycling front by recycling more post-consumer glass this year after installing automated machinery to process waste glass collected from Uni-Blinds® installers. After the Camden Group’s £150k investment in a processing plant at the company’s recycling division, the premises processes 30-50 tonnes of construction materials a week at the 1.5 acre site. Likewise, CNC Recycling Ltd, has gone from just one facility in the North East, to a specialist, national UPVC window and door recycling specialist that is dedicated to providing a sustainable alternative to landfill for the fenestration sector. There are small or large changes that can be made to site operations, but they can be simple steps to ensure more can be recycled.

Offering staff training on material handling when separating glass, will avoid damage and contamination. Equally, arranging for materials to be delivered at specific times to a designated space will also reduce breakages. For those looking to reduce their business carbon footprints in particular, the repurposing of waste glass helps to reduce the consumption of natural resources, and will minimise greenhouse emissions. As the disposal of waste glass in landfills continues to be a major environmental challenge across the globe, it is possible to realise true value in recycling construction waste material.

05

www.fenestrationawards.co.uk

KOLORSEAL LAUNCHES ‘DE-STRESS WITH GERI KIT’ FOR CUSTOMERS

As we hurtle towards Christmas and another new year celebration, 2021 has once again proved a very stressful year for many, with work, Covid and Brexit all taking their toll. In a recent 2021 Mental health poll researchers concluded one in three people (29%) had taken time off work for mental health reasons. Interestingly, the survey showed fidgeting may provide more relief for men in high pressure situations. For Deborah Hendry, Managing Director at Kolorseal Ltd, it is an issue that should be raised and monitored with solutions or support offered. For this reason the ‘De-stress With Geri’ kit has been launched, for customers and installers who use Kolorseal services. A selection of Kolorseal fidget toys and stress reducing gifts have been designed as a light-hearted way to tackle this serious issue, that for some is hard to deal with on a daily basis. Fidget toys have gained a lot of recognition in recent years, as a release from nervous anxiety, stress and restlessness. These help those who have built- up tension inside or who experience suppressed feelings of anger or frustration. Deborah comments, “Ongoing worry and dread is a large issue for those who suffer from stress, with some people unable to cope with emotions that may interfere with their daily work activities. This can lead to depression amongst other stress related issues. The idea behind Geri’s fidget toys is that they not only help to alleviate stress but can also improve concentration.”

It has been stated that fidgeting can stimulate and help to engage areas in the brain associated with attention. Repeating movements can help to quickly relieve stress as the objects are tactile and can be easily carried around in pockets. The ‘De-stress With Geri’ Kit offers a fidget or squeezing object that may help improve hand- eye co-ordination, concentration and can help to reduce anxiety. Deborah concludes, “We really hope that this will be a useful, albeit light-hearted method to help those who may need to reduce their stress levels.” To claim a ‘De-stress With Geri’ Kit, customers or installers can send in a recent photo of products fully built up in the factory ready to despatch; or shots of windows or doors in situ, that have been ‘Kolorsealed’. For more information on the Kolorseal range of colours or services, please visit the website www.kolorseal.co.uk.

06

NATIONAL FENESTRATION AWARDS MAGAZINE

The industry’s favourite colour coating specialist

AN INDUSTRY LEADING COLOUR COATING SPECIALIST FOR WINDOWS, DOORS, AND ROOFLINE ANY COLOUR IN 5 DAYS

Get a FREE Quote on 01924 454856 or visit kolorseal.co.uk

MORLEY GLASS RENEWSAMBASSADOR SPONSORSHIP FOR 2022 NFAS

As the opening of the 2022 National Fenestration Awards draws closer, the NFAs are happy to announce that long-time supporters of the awards, Morley Glass, have renewed their Ambassador sponsorship of the industry-leading platform.

Morley glass enjoyed a successful 2021 campaign, with the industry voting the integral blinds specialists as winners in no less than five categories. The National Fenestration Awards, which has grown into the largest awards platform within UK fenestration, has enjoyed the support from Morley Glass from very early on and has helped the awards grow into one of the top marquee events in the industry calendar. Lee Clarke, Director of the NFAs, said: “it’s an honour to welcome Morley Glass back to the NFAs for 2022 as Ambassador sponsors. Their support over the years has been instrumental in helping the awards grow into the premier awards event in UK fenestration. We are looking forward to working with Morley Glass this year to help promote their message to the entire sector and to continue the growth and success of the National Fenestration Awards.” Ian Short, Morley Glass MD, commented: “it’s a pleasure to once again support the National Fenestration Awards as an Ambassador. We have supported these awards for many years now and have watched them grow each time into their leading

role that they have in the sector now. We’re looking forward to another great campaign this year and another year of a productive relationship between ourselves and the NFAs.” The 2022 NFA campaign is due to kick off very soon and will showcase a number of additions to the platform which will see it represent the fenestration sector even better than ever before. Stay connected with the NFAs: Web: fenestrationawards.co.uk Email: [email protected] Twitter: www.twitter.com/NatFenAwards Facebook: www.facebook.com/NatFenAwards LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/51726620

08

NATIONAL FENESTRATION AWARDS MAGAZINE

I n n o v a t i o n c o m e s b u i l t - i n

MORLEY IS BACK!

We’re starting 2022 on a high after successfully fighting back against unprecedented supply chain issues to bring back our industry-topping 10-12 day lead time on our full range of integrated blinds.

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

morleyglass.co.uk 0113 277 8722 [email protected]

THANK YOU FOR YOUR CHRISTMAS CHARITYDONATIONS

Lee Clarke and the NFA team want to say a huge thank you to customers who made donations to last year’s Christmas Charity. It was a great success all round and very much appreciated by the children and younger people who benefited from the generosity-ty from those in the fenestration sector who supported the causes. The donations from NFA customers helped two charities - CATCH (Leeds) and WISH (Derbyshire), both of which aim to provide people from all ages and backgrounds with goals and ‘positive alternatives’, giving them access to greater opportunities in life. Contributions that are made help these causes to continue and last year was extra special for CATCH as they were able to send Christmas gifts to refugee children in Afghanistan via a mutual partnership. Every single penny counted, and for WISH, some funds will cover core costs to help protect those who are vulnerable and suffering from domestic violence. The focus for Lee Clarke was primarily to give children and young people the chance of making healthy life choices. Lee comments: Our customers have helped to make a major, positive impact that will benefit the lives of many others. Christmas is always a time when we think of family and friends, but for a lot of people that can also be a very difficult time to get through.

He comments further, “We have had two very difficult years and for the younger generations it has been particularly hard. I for one cannot sit back without giving some help and support, so as we move into 2022, I hope that our customers realise how much they are helping disadvantaged children.” Lee concludes, “As a team we wanted to champion the causes that can encourage the next generation by demonstrating there is hope for the future and that there are people out there who care about that. Once again, I have been deeply humbled by the generosity of this industry and those who share the same values. From the NFA team, CATCH (Leeds) and WISH (Derbyshire), a very big thank you.”

10

NATIONAL FENESTRATION AWARDS MAGAZINE

E D I T I O N 2 5

YOUR KENT-BASED TRADE SPECIALISTS

Our trade sales team is proudly made up of time-served industry experts. We're your local one-stop-shop for competitively priced, quality assured fenestration supply across Kent and the South East.

WinRem.com/trade

67

[email protected]

01634 264 490

10 COMPANIES TO WATCH FOR IN 2022

Every year I take a look at some of the companies that I believe will make a big splash in the coming 12 months. The opinion-based. It doesn’t matter about the size of the business or how long they have existed. Their inclusion is based within the wider sector and the mark I believe they could make this year.

believe that Morley Glass isn’t about to become one of the leading brands in the glass sector, I see them as about to cement their place as one of the leading brands in the whole of UK fenestration. If you chart their rise from the start to their facility in Leeds now, to their expansion and sheer volume, and factor in their incredibly well-crafted reputation, they have earned their way to the top. 4. Glass Futures You may remember last year planning permission was granted to a new £54m facility in St Helens. It was a huge announcement in the wider landscape of UK glass and this year is going to see the start of the building of that very facility. This new hub in St Helens is going to be a huge research and development hub for glass that is going to focus on creating new innovations, improving glass production and working with domestic and international supply chains. This type of facility could not come at a more important time considering the last 18 months we have all worked through, and I am sure we are all looking forward to seeing this sparkling new plant come online. 5. CNC Recycling 2022 has to be the year where industry sustainability takes centre stage, and one of those companies I believe is going to be CNC Recycling. Yes, the PVCu recycling scene is very much established in this sector now, with a growing list of major names investing millions in hubs around the UK to process millions of frames, keeping them out of the ground. But there is always room for more, and when you look at the expansion of CNC Recycling in recent times, with just one facility in the North East to now seven across the country, the company is very well placed to benefit from the rise in PVCu recycling. With a 2021 NFA award to recognise their work, 2022 looks set to be a very good year for them.

1. Deceuninck Aluminium The residential aluminium sector continues to grow and the last couple of years has shown that there is indeed room for more growth as new aluminium system companies have come online. One particular company that made an impact last year and looks set to widen its influence in 2022 is Deceuninck Aluminium. 2021 was a good year for the business, winning a number of new fabricators away from already established systems companies. But with a raft of new regulations coming online in the next 12-18 months, and their products already meeting those new requirements, demand for residential aluminium that is automatically up to scratch is going to be very useful to a lot of people. 2. Vitrine Aluminium Continuing on the aluminium trail is Vitrine Aluminium. Established at the end of 2020 and having their first full year in 2021, they grew quickly and became what I saw as a disruptive force in the world of aluminium fabrication. They even picked up a 2021 NFA award in November. I have met the people at the top of this business and their team around them, and I can honestly say that I have rarely come across energy and partnership as is demonstrated by these guys. Their desire to do things right, to have the drive at relatively young ages to reform their part of the sector and show how professional it can be done. They grew so quickly last year that they already needed to expand to a new unit. I would keep an eye on these guys in 2022. 3. Morley Glass They already command most of the integral blind market in the UK, so why include them on this list for 2022? If that’s what you’re thinking, then you’d be right. They really have cornered the integral blinds market in this country, delivering almost 5000 blinds per week. They are leading the way in terms of onsite glass recycling and their raft of charity work in the local area is fantastic. But they’re on this list for 2022 because I

12

NATIONAL FENESTRATION AWARDS MAGAZINE

e list is not in any order and is purely d on the size of the impact they make

6. Eurocell Recycling Another company that looks well placed to benefit from the sustainability drive is Eurocell. They already have a well-established recycling network and are one of the biggest PVCu recyclers in the UK. Coming off the back of a very good 2021, and looking to expand their recycling capacity in the coming years, the focus on sustainability and the need to reduce the sector’s carbon footprint means Eurocell is a company well placed to make the most of that in 2022. I expect to see a lot from them on this specific subject in 2022. 7. Festa Doors Have you seen their enormous pivot doors? If not click here. I advise that you do. In 2021 I was lucky enough to go see the creation of their stunning showroom in Huddersfield and it was at that point I was convinced that companies like Festa would be responsible for bringing ultra-luxury doors to the wider market. In 2022, with their showroom finished and demand for higher-end doors only growing, I can see installations with Festa products even going viral on social media. There are of course other very notable mentions in this field as well, such as Spitfire, Pirnar and others, and they too will make their mark this year with their own amazing doors. I see Festa as being at the forefront of pivot doors and mega-mansion doors making a big breakthrough this year. 8. Brisant Secure This is a company that consistently makes top growth lists in various media publications and has continued to garner a very good reputation amongst the locksmith and fenestration communities alike. 2021 was a good year for the business, but with their new 2-star Ultion handle, and the Ultion SMART cylinder which seems nicely poised to take better advantage of the rise in smart home tech in the coming years, 2022 I believe is going to be a year where you’re going to hear and see a lot more of the Dewsbury-based business.

9. Any trickle vent manufacturer This one has everything to do with the new Building Regulations that were announced at the end of 2021. And as there is more than one supplier of trickle vents in the UK, it is simply easier to band them altogether. As we know, updated regulations are going to see a huge bump in the sale of trickle vents for windows and doors. That is going to be very good news to those that make them, and I would expect 2022 to be a very healthy year for anyone involved in the production of trickle vents. 10. AGC Glass Europe/Fineo AGC and their Fineo vacuum insulated glass product made a splash last year. This year we are going to hear a lot more about VIG and these guys are leading the way, with partnerships with the likes of Masterframe in the UK and Deceuninck in Europe. You can find out more about vacuum insulated glass here. With its ability to achieve incredibly low u-values, using less material and the prospect of it becoming more affordable as time moves on, I can see Fineo making some big noise in our sector. 2022 for UK fenestration is going to be another competitive year, with challenges and changes at every turn. It will be the making of some companies and the breaking of others. But there is also a ton of opportunities to make the most of and the ten mentioned above are some of who I think will take advantage of those. Of course, the industry is much bigger than the list above, and there are great companies up and down the country who will most certainly do great things. Jason Grafton-Holt

www.doubleglazingblogger.co.uk [email protected] @glazingblogger

05

www.fenestrationawards.co.uk

NEWLY EXPANDED GREENTEQ OMEGA LETTERBOX FAMILY

The greenteQ Omega letterbox range from VBH has evolved to include both a remodelled standard sized box and a completely new 56mm Slim version to suit ultra slim transoms. Both versions feature the clean, contemporary styling that is so popular on doors of all styles and materials. The opening on Omega Slim is offset towards the bottom of the box’s frame. The greenteQ design team has calculated that this maximises the available aperture whilst ensuring that the letterbox doesn’t overhang the bead on even the slimmest sections. Omega letterboxes feature attractive convex curved metal flaps that open to near vertical both inside and outside, ensuring that relatively thick packages can be put through the door without putting stress on the letterbox’s springs. There is no groove in the flap to allow it to open fully, leaving just the attractive curved surface. The frame ends are also metal, and are gently curved to continue the modern styling. Omega has been tested to BS EN 13724 with a classification of 4241. This calls for 25,000 full ‘closed – fully open – closed’ cycles. Both versions are available in nine finishes of the greenteQ Suite, VBH’s expanding range of colour and style-matched window, residential door and patio door furniture that allows a full house installation to be seamlessly tied together.

All finishes will exceed 480 hours salt spray testing to BS EN 1670 Grade 5. The letterboxes feature a strong, yet cushioned, closing action to stop rattling in windy conditions, and have an internal brush and an external foam seal to provide excellent draught and water protection. VBH Marketing Manager Gary Gleeson says, “The original Omega has been very popular but the redesign has given it a new lease of life and, possibly, a wider appeal. “We are really pleased to have added the Slim version to the greenteQ Suite now. It was developed in response to requests from customers who have been desperate to fit greenteQ to their mid-rail doors, but Standard Omega was just too deep. With its contemporary good looks, we’re sure that Omega Slim will be a popular addition to the greenteQ range.” Both boxes are fully weather- and cycle-tested and are suitable for doors between 40-80mm thick. To find out more about the Omega family or any other VBH product, visit www.vbhgb.com, email [email protected], or call 01634 263263.

14

NATIONAL FENESTRATION AWARDS MAGAZINE

GQAQUALIFICATIONS RENEW2022 NFA

AMBASSADOR SPONSORSHIP

As the 2022 NFA campaign draws near, the National Fenestration Awards are proud to announce that one of it’s longest standing supporters, GQA Qualifications, have renewed their Ambassador sponsorship of the flagship awards platform. GQA Qualifications are the industry’s leading awards and qualifications bodies and have played a significant part in transforming the fenestration sector into one that focuses heavily on quality training and recognised qualifications, and will continue to play a vital role in making sure that standards and skills are constantly improved within the sector. Lee Clarke, Director of the NFAs, commented: “to welcome back GQA Qualifications as an Ambassador once again is obviously great news and we’re looking forward to working with them in 2022 to push their positive message out to the entire sector during the course of this campaign. GQA are our longest ever supporter, and their backing of the NFAs, the most inclusive and transparent platform the sector has allowed the NFAs to grow into the leading position they have now.” Mick Clayton, CEO of GQA Qualifications, added: “GQA are delighted to once again support the National Fenestration Awards as Ambassadors. We have backed these awards from the beginning and have watched them grow over the last decade to be able to offer the industry an awards platform that can genuinely include everyone, is highly representative of the entire industry and is also a supporter of better training, skills and qualifications. We’re proud to associate the Big Green Q with the NFAs in 2022.”

The 2022 National Fenestration Awards campaign is due to kick off shortly, with an enhanced categories list, a new calendar and announcements about the 2022 Winners Event that will mark a decade of changing the industry for the better. Follow the NFAs: Web: www.fenestrationawards.co.uk Email: [email protected] Twitter: www.twitter.com/NatFenAwards Facebook: www.facebook.com/NatFenAwards Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/company/51726620

16

NATIONAL FENESTRATION AWARDS MAGAZINE

GQA Qualifications is a multi-industry awarding body writing vocational based qualifications to support a wide range of career paths.

Accredited training leading to qualifications

If you are looking to retrain for a new career, or looking to develop your skills to open up opportunities why not consider practical training in window and door installation Learn about Building Regulations, working safely on site, how to remove windows and doors from buildings and replace with new ones All courses fully accredited and could contribute towards NVQ Qualifications With further assessment and achievement, successful candidates can go forward to achieve CSCS Cards to enable them to work safely on site Training delivered in Sheffield in a fully Covid secure environment For more information on training contact [email protected] For more information on vocational qualifications and CSCS cards contact [email protected]

www.gqaqualifications.com

KOLORING KORNER

A composite door that has been colour sprayed yellow suggests warmth with friendly occupants. Al-alternatively for those homeowners into fengshui then a blue sprayed front door suggests peace and tranquillity while green generates feelings associated with safety and security. When it comes to helping end users choose the right colour then red and black are always timeless classics. For consumers who are very into the design and aesthetic of their home then a shade of red is probably the most powerful colour to install. It reflects power and in fengshui terms it provides protection, passion and is considered the luckiest colour of them all. Certainly, a bright red front door will be noticed. Deborah concludes, “Knowing what colours signify could be very important to some people, so for installers who understand this then it could be the difference between making the sale or not. There are some simple things to consider when choosing a shade, but probably the most important is complementing the tones and materials that are already there, in the property. Advise homeowners to evaluate their surroundings and to coordinate to get the best from the colours chosen. For fabricators looking to add a little more choice to their business, then increasing their colour portfolio on windows, doors or rainwater products will be very advantageous.” Anyone wishing to discuss colour coating options please call the Kolorseal team on 01924 454856 or visit the website www.kolorseal.co.uk

Kolorseal Advises: Know Your Kolors! For Deborah Hendry, Managing Director at Kolorseal Ltd, the entrance to a home helps to reflect life-style choices. It is viewed as the focal point for any property and it is now being used by consumers to reflect lifestyles and individual personalities. Getting the colour right is essential. “Choosing the right colour is more difficult than people may realise, which is something installers should consider when approaching the end user about door renovation or installation projects. First impressions are absolutely everything when it comes to property, and homeowners have grown bolder in their colour preferences. A beautifully colour coated front door makes all the difference, and today, there are pretty much no limits,” Deborah comments. For fabricators and installers it is all about providing as much choice as possible, and the Kolorseal team understands this. Giving a broad range of colour coating options enables them to offer home-owners the design and overall appeal they want for their property. Getting the colour right will depend on a few considerations, including whether there are any colour restrictions on the property. Some listed buildings or new builds could have covenants or restrictions which dictate the colour palettes that can be used on an entrance door, in order to keep an aesthetic continuity within a particular area. One of the key factors to consider when talking to consumers, is the overall existing look from the outside. Additionally, it is important to evaluate the exact colour shade of a front door when standing outside. Deborah continues, ‘It is probably wise to have narrowed down some colour options that will match with an existing house aesthetic. To simplify this, look at the colour of the windows and any other primary colour coated products such as gutters and fascias.” There may also be some considerations people might want to give to colour choice based on how that particular shade might reflect on them as people.

18

NATIONAL FENESTRATION AWARDS MAGAZINE

The industry’s favourite colour coating specialist

AN INDUSTRY LEADING COLOUR COATING SPECIALIST FOR WINDOWS, DOORS, AND ROOFLINE ANY COLOUR IN 5 DAYS

Get a FREE Quote on 01924 454856 or visit kolorseal.co.uk

E D I T I O N 2 5

5

E D I T I O N 2 5

32 YEARS OF SASH WINDOW EXPERIENCE – AND WE’RE READY FOR ANOTHER

This might be the very first time you are considering changing your sash window supplier. Or, perhaps you just want to try an alternative award winning sash window specialist to offer your customers a wider choice. Either way, we would like to help you to increase your VS sales. With 32 years focussed on manufacturing high quality timber alternative sash windows, we are true specialists and confident that our products will impress your customers. We have also earned a sound reputation for always providing an exceptional level of personal service and our entire team are committed to delivering this. Our new specification launched in 2019 featuring exclusive new Masterframe Systems, standard with patented Timberweld ® technology and we would welcome the opportunity to take you through the improved product offering and delighted to quote. No matter the size or design of a home or project, if sash windows are required then we can help. If a specialist solution is needed for a conservation area, modern development, school or historic building our sash windows add the right amount of authentic styling to either fit seamlessly into original settings or set the property apart from other new developments.

Designed for those who appreciate authentic detailing

To see the choices, including patented Timberweld ® corner design, download our new brochures here. Some of the advantages we offer as standard: 10 year guarantee for peace of mind Made in Britain for continuity BBA Approval on standard window sizes for longevity Energy Savings Trust recommended for energy efficiency Specialist solutions for challenging projects that require matching new to original designs Free and safe UK mainland delivery Quotes with non-priced customer proposal CAD drawings where required Expert technical support Free 47 page professional conservation guide Free product training Call our friendly sales team on 01376 510410 or email for a quote here.

Follow us on Twitter Like us on Facebook FEEL FREE TO CONTACT US ANY TIME! Tel: 01376 510410 email: [email protected] Join us on LinkedIn

21 31

www.fenestrationawards.co.uk

If you are no longer interested in receiving emails, you can unsubscribe instantly

HOWTHEOMICRON VARIANTCOULDDISRUPT UKFENESTRATION

A new year and still the pandemic is with us. Will 2022 be the year we finally say goodbye to COVID and see it melt away into the obscurity of daily life? Maybe. But right now it’s still with us and the Omicron variant is causing us problems. Omicron and isolation COVID and the Omicron variant is still a healthcare problem. Perhaps not as serious as the previous Alpha and Delta versions of the virus, and we have millions of people vaccinated and boosted. But the healthcare systems in this country are at full stretch and any additional pressures will only make things worse. However, the other major problem Omicron is going to cause and has already been causing is absenteeism at work. I warned about this in a Twitter post quite a few weeks back and what we are seeing now is disruption across various sectors due to people either having the illness or self- isolating. It’s resulted in transport schedules being ripped up, hospitality venues closed and extra strain on staff who are already overworked. This is also going to be a problem that the fenestration sector is going to have to battle for at least all of January and perhaps into February as well. Before the Christmas break, I spoke with a number of suppliers and all were worried about staff being off as we came back to work. Some were putting in place contingency plans in case of large numbers of people being unable to return to work. But the reality is that with demand at the fabricator

level still high due to a huge backlog of business from installers, and staffing levels already strained, even a small number of people unable to return to work is going to heap further pressure on supply chains, deliveries and overall performance. We have been told this week that the Government has instructed that plans be produced which cover a variety of scenarios which sees various numbers of people unable to work. The worst-case scenario is 25% of the workforce being stuck at home. If a fabricator or systems company, or indeed any major fenestration business with a significant workforce saw a quarter of their staff not able to work, you can imagine the problems that would cause. 2021 was the year of the disrupted supply chain. If our sector experiences high rates of staff being away from work then there is a genuine risk of 2021’s problems dragging on into 2022. Patience and spirit required With Omicron tearing through, testing and isolating properly is going to be key to ensure the minimum number of people are off work. That of course is easier said and done in reality. What we are going to need in the first few weeks of the year is a whole lot of patience and some of that festive spirit. The manufacturing parts of the supply chain are likely to be under the cosh from the get go and we’re all going to need to take an understanding stance if many start to communicate that they are short on staff due to Omicron and self-isolation.

22

NATIONAL FENESTRATION AWARDS MAGAZINE

Jason Grafton-Holt www.doubleglazingblogger.co.uk [email protected] @glazingblogge r

I am sure that during the festive period, as you were all scrolling through social media, like me you saw a swathe of people having their Christmas Day and New Year plans quashed by positive test results. It was so sad to see, especially after the year everyone had been through. But many millions more did mix over the festive period which means it’s highly likely that there will be many more positive test results to follow in the coming weeks. Add to that schools are now back.

The first quarter of this year could well be bumpy for our sector on a number of fronts. Many of which are out of our control. So it’s time to adopt a flexible approach, communicate loud and clear to all customers up and down the supply chain and remember to be kind to the other person on the phone or the other side of the email. There are plenty of great opportunities ahead of us this year, but we have to navigate Omicron and the curve-balls it throws at us first.

23

www.fenestrationawards.co.uk

BRISANT LAUNCH ULTION 2 STAR PLUS SECURITY HANDLE

Brisant welcomes the New Year 2022 with the launch of the innovative Ultion 2 Star PLUS Security Handle, bringing together the best safety mechanisms in a handle. It has the molybdenum cylinder security guard, technology already used in the Ultion 2 Star handle, which protects against drilling and lock snapping. Combine this with the patented locking mechanism from Brisant’s ‘Lock Lock’ handle, which adds an extra security bolt, and the homeowner has double the protection. The patented anti-tamper spindle is also built in. From the inside the homeowner simply lifts the handle and presses down the switch, showing the red half-moon which indicates the door is locked and secure. Whilst the switch is down it is impossible to move the handle up or down therefore the locking mechanism cannot be disengaged. The switch works independently from the actual euro lock barrel. When the switch is down in the locking position, using the key to try to unlock the door will not work. It’s the same as having a traditional iron bolt on the inside of the door.

Once this technology is added to the design of the stylish rounded form of the handle, which stops mole grips being able to rip off the handle, Brisant’s award winning design turns the door from a temptation into a deterrent. Manufactured from hardened steel, this handle is coated with six layers of armour plating and survived over a year in the weather test chamber. It comes with a twenty-year homeowner guarantee, which given the extreme weather conditions we have been facing in the UK over the last few years, has become increasingly important. Offered in chrome, stainless steel, gold, black, white, anthracite, brushed and the modern rose gold, it will suit all door designs and colours. The Ultion 2 Star PLUS handle will keep doors locked.

VIDEO

24

NATIONAL FENESTRATION AWARDS MAGAZINE

E D I T I O N 2 5

Considering video marketing? From design to online distribution, we can help.

23

Web: www.videoproduction4.co.uk | Call: 07437 854225

E D I T I O N 2 5

with

Our >Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 Page 9 Page 10 Page 11 Page 12 Page 13 Page 14 Page 15 Page 16 Page 17 Page 18 Page 19 Page 20 Page 21 Page 22 Page 23 Page 24 Page 25 Page 26 Page 27 Page 28 Page 29 Page 30 Page 31 Page 32 Page 33 Page 34 Page 35 Page 36 Page 37 Page 38 Page 39 Page 40 Page 41 Page 42 Page 43 Page 44 Page 45 Page 46 Page 47 Page 48 Page 49 Page 50 Page 51 Page 52 Page 53 Page 54 Page 55 Page 56 Page 57 Page 58 Page 59 Page 60 Page 61 Page 62 Page 63 Page 64 Page 65 Page 66

www.fenestrationawards.co.uk

Made with FlippingBook - Online Brochure Maker