Date archive forJune, 2014
By winactive On Sunday, June 15th, 2014
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Solve acoustic enquiries quickly and easily with Guardian Plus

There are many options available to determine the acoustic performance of glass; however, none of them achieve the same level of detail and commercial support, as the Acoustic Calculator in Guardian Glass UK’s More...

By winactive On Sunday, June 15th, 2014
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GGF Sets the Standard for Fire-Resisting Glazing

The GGF Fire Resistant Glazing Group (FRGG) has now published the new Standard for “The Specification and Installation of Fire-Resistant Barriers containing Glass for Resistance against the passage of Fire and More...

By winactive On Friday, June 13th, 2014
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Yes Glazing cry tears of joy as winner of FIT Show Master Fitter Challenge

Paul Casbolt and Karl Kinsey of Yes Glazing Solutions celebrated well into the night at this year’s FIT Show Gala Dinner after they were declared winners of the Master Fitter Challenge, in association with Fensa. Walking More...

By winactive On Monday, June 9th, 2014
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Veka Recycling’s latest acquisition in the Midlands grows UK network

Industry leader VEKA Recycling has added a second waste PVC collection and processing facility to its UK operation with the acquisition of family-run Trafford Services (Midlands) Ltd, for an undisclosed sum. From More...

By winactive On Monday, June 9th, 2014
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Profile 22 fabricator Burbage Custom Windows invest in production

Profile 22 fabricator and installer Burbage Custom Windows has invested in a new Haffner SBA-2 PVC-U machining centre. The new machine will allow the Leicestershire-based company to increase production by 100 frames More...

By winactive On Monday, June 9th, 2014
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New windows create authentic appearance for Ilkley home

The owner of a terraced home in Ilkley has achieved her goal of creating an authentic looking property, thanks to the installation of sliding sash style windows, from Ilkley Windows and Conservatories. Homeowner More...

By winactive On Monday, June 9th, 2014
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Richard Carr, Operations Manager of HWL Windows

Leeds-based HWL Windows Group has appointed Richard Carr as Operations Manager. Richard has 26 years’ experience in the manufacturing sector, which includes working in sales management in the steel stockholding More...

By winactive On Monday, June 9th, 2014
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Chris Powell, Sales Director of Epwin Group Window Systems Division

Chris Powell has been appointed sales director for the Epwin Group Window Systems Division.  He is tasked with managing the divisions’ key accounts, the external sales team and for developing new business opportunities. Chris More...

By winactive On Monday, June 9th, 2014
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The canary in the mine

A heavy weight has been lifted from the window industry. We’re all breathing easier as recovery gains momentum. Growth is so strong we’ve got growing pains. They hurt most where sectors were already growing More...

By winactive On Monday, June 9th, 2014
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Steve Prudence, Production Director of Dutemänn

In a move that supports Dutemann’s growth and expansion of its range of products, the aluminium door specialist has promoted Steve Prudence to the position of Production Director. Steve had previously held the More...

By winactive On Monday, June 9th, 2014
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Reinvigorating the image of conservatories

Ultraframe’s Commercial Director Joe Martoccia and new Marketing Director Steve McIntyre talk about the latest evolution of Loggia Ultraframe is well on track in delivering the redefinition of the conservatory More...

By winactive On Monday, June 9th, 2014
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Are you ready to make the most of 2014?

Roy Frost, MD at Deceuninck, asks whether Windows Active readers  are ready for a buoyant market and increasing consumer confidence The economy slumped and construction nosedived in the first quarter of 2013. More...