Glass Age articles from January 8 2007

Glass Age archives from January 8 2007

IN BRIEF: BSBC 2007 awards call.
January 8, 2007... Nominations are now invited for the 2007 British Small Business Champions awards (BSBC). Interested businesses can go to www.fsb.org.uk/bsbc, where the application form can be downloaded, or e- mail bsbc@fsb.org.uk. Copyright: CMP...

IN BRIEF: Ten steps to a better back.
January 8, 2007... Through its Better Backs campaign, the Health and Safety Executive has been promoting the `stay active' message. For business owners and managers, acting on this medical advice is pretty straightforward. Contact the free advisory service...

IN BRIEF: Bombproof curtains.
January 8, 2007... Engineers from the University of Exeter are working on an innovative new project to create curtains made from a `smart' material that could minimize injuries inflicted by a terrorist attack. The team is led by Professor Ken Evans in conjunction...

IN BRIEF: Racing to promote glass training.
January 8, 2007... Fans of the American NASCAR series will soon see the logo for the National Glass Association (NGA)'s training website MyGlassClass.com speeding around the track on the car of Rusty Wallace. Copyright: CMP Information Ltd.

IN BRIEF: The genuine article.
January 8, 2007... Ultraframe's recently introduced conservatory Roof Certificate of Authenticity is proving to be popular with homeowners, with registrations for the certificate approaching 3,000. The Roof Certificate of Authenticity was created by Ultraframe to...

Glass prices: Guardian rise prompts Jan rise from Pilks.(Guardian Industries Corp.)(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... Customers of the main glass manufacturers suffered the fourth price increase of 2006 when Guardian announced a price rise in December, triggering a response from competitors. Pilkington, despite giving assurances that it would not introduce...

MYSTERY ADVERTISER RESPONDS.(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... Dear Mr Bentham, Following publication of Mr Offland's letter in December's Glass Age, and as the authors of this advertisement, we felt we must reply. I have been in the flat glass industry for 45 years. We run a small but busy glass...

COMMENT: Future uncertain.
January 8, 2007... I have some bad news this month: This is the last edition of Glass Age to be published by CMPi and at the time of going to press, a deal to secure the magazine's future has not been agreed. Whatever happens, I've had a fantastic time on the...

End of the road for Glass Age?
January 8, 2007... CMP Information Ltd, publishers of Glass Age, has announced that `following a strategic portfolio review across the company we are proposing to cease publication of Glass Age magazine. The last issue will be in January 2007.' Sanjeev...

Synseal announces TV ads.
January 8, 2007... Synseal is embarking on a multi-million pound national TV campaign to drive demand from homeowners to support its fabricators and installers. `Although Synseal doesn't deal directly with installers, we understand the importance of...

5 percent VAT campaign.
January 8, 2007... The Right Honourable Geoff Hoon MP was delighted to meet with Synseal's Nick Dutton to discuss the 5 percent VAT campaign. Geoff Hoon listened with interest to Synseal's argument to include `A' to `C' energy rated windows in the lower rate...

New World and Ace Fixings scooped awards.(New World Developments)(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... Door manufacturer New World and parent company Ace Fixings have scooped two top regional business awards. As an industry hot spot, there is fierce competition for Northern Ireland's Ballymena Borough Council annual awards. Topping the...

Polyframe-Homeserve deal.(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... Halifax super-fabricator Polyframe has achieved a major industry coup by securing a five-year contract - worth #15 million - to supply windows and doors to emergency call out and repair solutions provider, Homeserve. Under the agreement,...

Cash for crane improves service.(Schuco International)(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... Schuco International's investment in a software and mechanical upgrade for its Fehr LLT stock-picking crane, in its warehouse at Milton Keynes, aims to offer customers improved service. The upgrade means that every stage of the selection...

Shanghai gets Clearshield's tallest order.(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... The Shanghai World Financial Center (WFC), set to become the world's tallest building, is the latest skyscraper to benefit from Ritec's ClearShield glass surface protection system. The structure, scheduled for completion in 2008, will have...

Activ saves council money.(Pilkington Activ)(Tandridge District Council)(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... Pilkington Activ self-cleaning glass has been key to cost saving and reducing maintenance requirements at a social housing development in Lingfield, Surrey. Grove Road is managed by Tandridge District Council and comprises 24 flats in two...

reflex's frameless refurb.(reflex glass)(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... Work has started on the #300,000 refurbishment of the reflex glass Leicester manufacturing facility. The 20,000 sq ft building is being re-roofed and clad with a high tech composite panel system. The front offices will have a...

Partners will distribute Puls-Meter.(Reinhardt-Technik GmbH)(Failsafe Metering International Ltd)(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... Kettering based Failsafe Metering International Ltd has chosen German engineering company Reinhardt-Technik GmbH to be its partner to distribute the award winning Puls-Meter metering, mixing and dispensing technology in Europe. Since its...

Kombimatec confirms Indian package deal.(Kombimatec Machines Ltd. signs off on order for The Kashyap Company)(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... Kombimatec Machines Ltd has signed off a significant machine order for Indian PVC-U window fabricator, The Kashyap Company. The first package of machines should be despatched before the end of 2006, with tooling to manufacture Rehau Tritec 60...

Wegoma secures #1m order from Total Glass.(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... Total Glass has placed an order for four Dubus PVC 901 Machining and Cutting Centres manufactured by Wegoma GB Ltd. Total Glass, a large UK trade frame manufacturer of windows, doors and conservatories, has ordered the machines to handle...

Vetro Tooling to be sole agent for Mole Moreschi.(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... Vetro Tooling has announced that from 1 January 2007 it will become the sole agent for Mole Moreschi in the UK. Vetro Tooling Director, David Lithauer, said: `This is very good news for us and our customers, who demand and expect from us...

Cornwall Glass adds tenth centre to group.(Warminster Glass Centre)(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... Warminster Glass Centre has become the tenth branch to be included in the Cornwall Glass Group. The addition of the Wiltshire based glass and glazing merchant is part of Cornwall Glass Group expansion into the South West. Mark Mitchell,...

OBITUARY: Bob Reijner.(established International Glass Agencies)(Obituary)(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... On Saturday October 28th 2006 Mr. Bob Reijner, a pioneer in the international flat glass trading business, passed away at the age of 62. Bob's health had deteriorated in recent years. His successor, Mr. Rene Jansen, will continue Bob's work for...

Glassmen get together.(Rankins Glass Company Ltd.)(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... For many in the glass trade, the Christmas festivities began on 1st of December with the Glassman's Lunch. The traditional all-stag event, organised by Rankins Glass, took place at Banger's pub & restaurant in the City of London. A...

The Glass Debate ends on a positive note.(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... Are highly glazed buildings and energy efficiency incompatible? Well, it's not that simple. Glazing actually has many benefits to offer, heard delegates at the Glass Debate Part 2, which took place on 30 November at One George Street,...

WINDOW ENERGY RATINGS: PROMOTE THE POTENTIAL.
January 8, 2007... With the BFRC scheme, good things will come to those who wait There has been a lot of talk about energy rated windows and their potential. But what is being done to safeguard the investment in development of such products? Claire Churchard...

WINDOW ENERGY RATINGS: GED passes with Intercept.(Intercept Spacer Systems)(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... Intercept Spacer Systems has now passed BS EN1279 Part 3, the section of the insulating glass standard that deals with insulating gas leakage. The leakage rate called for in the Standard is set at one per cent per year. The Intercept...

WINDOW ENERGY RATINGS: 2nd generation warm edge.(Duraseal spacer system)(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... The Duraseal spacer system is an all-in-one composite product. The manufacturer, Tremco illbruck, claims many benefits of the system: It is easier to use than conventional aluminium alternatives, 50 per cent more thermally efficient, and offers...

Window energy ratings: futures in thermal breaks.
January 8, 2007... CLIP AND POUR: A THIRD WAY TO INSULATE ALUMINIUM PROFILES Thermal breaks have been vital to aluminium systems achieving an Window Energy Ratings `A' grade. A new alternative to polyamide is the `Clip and Pour' frame insulating system from...

DOORS & ENTRANCE SYSTEMS: SPECIFYING SAFER BUS STATIONS.(Geze UK)(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... You wait for ages, and then two arrive at once! Geze UK has installed the doors for Liverpool's Paradise Street Bus Interchange, and has also been involved with the brand new bus interchange in Warrington Geze UK was chosen by architects...

DOORS & ENTRANCE SYSTEMS: New World's fleet growth.(New World Developments)(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... New World Developments has invested in several new additions to its transport fleet. Specially designed to carry Apeer and Monno composite doorsets across the UK and Ireland, secure transport is a vital part of this dynamic and growing...

DOORS & ENTRANCE SYSTEMS: 2,200 doors and rising.(Masterdor)(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... Over 2,200 made to measure Masterdor composite timber doors have so far been installed for City of Lincoln Council, in an effort to meet the Decent Homes Standard by 2010 and the council's own `Lincoln Standard' by 2016. Unhappy with an...

NEW PRODUCTS: Next generation technology.
January 8, 2007... Carl F Petersen has added a Fuhr product, which uses new generation locking technology. Fuhr has developed the 881 electro-mechanical multipoint locking system. The electronic door lock, operated by remote control, addresses difficulties...

NEW PRODUCTS: Bigger and better profiles.
January 8, 2007... WHS Halo has introduced a new profile to complement its vertical sliding (VS) sash window. The large/large sash interlock has been created to meet requirements for a large/large sash configuration. It is offered in sculpted PCE profiles....

NEW PRODUCTS: LoadPro for heavier glass.
January 8, 2007... Nico Manufacturing, manufacturers of window products, has extended its range of quality friction hinges with the launch of LoadPro Heavy Duty Hinges. It is designed to meet demands for acoustic glass and larger, heavier sashes. ...

NEW PRODUCTS: Defender hinge takes strain.(Securistyle Ltd.)(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... UK window hardware manufacturer, Securistyle Ltd, has launched the first domestic hinge on the market to support top hung windows of 1500mm in height. The 24 inch Defender hinge was developed in response to the increasing demand for larger...

NEW PRODUCTS: Latest Antiques Collection.(Hurst Plastics)(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... The Antique Collection is the latest launch from Hurst Plastics. It introduces exclusive designs within a detailed collection, which is one of several new ranges launched. Sam Kerr, Hurst Plastics' marketing manager, says: `We have...

NEW PRODUCTS: Low-rise facade opportunity.
January 8, 2007... A low-rise facade system that offers quality and impressive U-values at a competitive price, has been launched by Schuco International. Schuco TTC 50 is ideal for buildings up to three storeys high and aims to increase business...

NEW PRODUCTS: Sash horn kit arrives.
January 8, 2007... Selecta Systems, an independent extruder of PVC-U window systems, has extended its Advance 70 profile range by introducing a new sash horn kit, which has been designed to be attractive and easy to clean. The new sash horn is available in...

NEW PRODUCTS: Axxent has hidden hinges.(Axxent tilt)(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... A new piece of hardware from window and door hardware specialist, Siegenia-Aubi Ltd, aims to open up new design opportunities for aluminium tilt and turn windows. The Axxent tilt and turn window has concealed hinges which will give...

NICK'S IN THE CHAIR: GREEN GOES MAINSTREAM.
January 8, 2007... THERE'S SOUND REASONING BEHIND THE 5 PER CENT CAMPAIGN Consumers want to be rewarded for green choices. Government should add lower rate VAT for A to C rated windows to its legislation to support a reduction in carbon emissions, says...

2007 EXHIBITION CALENDAR.(Calendar)
January 8, 2007... HIGHLIGHTS OF THE HOME AND INTERNATIONAL EVENTS DATES There will be plenty of opportunities to see window products in the UK this year with Glassex, the Chartered Institute of Housing Show, and Interbuild all taking place. On the glass...

Glassex 2007.(Glassex exhibition )(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... Many are predicting that 2007 will see the best the Glassex exhibition for years following the appointment of Dave Broxton as Head of Sales. Key changes and new features have since been introduced to reverse the decline in visitors and produce...

Glass Processing Days.(glass industry conference)(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... The 10th Glass Processing Days will bring together the views of four of the leading companies in the global glass industry at the same conference. The opening session speakers are Mr Arthur Ulens, President AGC Flat Glass and CEO Glaverbel, Mr...

THE VERIFIER GOES WALKABOUT.
January 8, 2007... A FENESTRATION SURVEYOR KEEPS IN TOUCH WITH HIS GLASS ROOTS A visit to Glasstec is well worth the trip for anyone on the glass side of the window industry. Rod Appleyard, best known as a fenestration surveyor, was one of the many Brits over...

DOORS & ENTRANCE SYSTEMS: Spectus bi-folding doors.(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... It is now possible to fabricate bi-fold doors from Spectus' Elite 70, SightLine 70 and Elite 63 profiles. The doors can be manufactured in all profile styles - beveled, chamfered and ovolo - and in sizes from 2m to 6m wide and 2.3m high. The...

DOORS & ENTRANCE SYSTEMS: Radar controlled doors.(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... A new, fully integrated extension to The Mall shopping centre, Romford, formerly the Dolphin site - which has been totally improved and reconfigured - includes radar controlled, automatic doors to two entrances manufactured, supplied, installed...

DOORS & ENTRANCE SYSTEMS: Comar meets tougher test.(Comar Architectural Aluminium Systems )(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... Windows and doors must provide aesthetic solutions, whilst keeping one step ahead of intruders. The revised PAS 24 came into effect on 30th November 2005 and Comar Architectural Aluminium Systems is pleased to announce that its thermally...

DOORS & ENTRANCE SYSTEMS: Hafele's sliding door CPD.(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... A new CPD presentation from Hafele entitled The What, Why and Where of Sliding Door Gear has been approved by the RIBA, according to Architectural Glass Products Manager at Hafele, Gary King. The presentation is classified under the...

GLASS MACHINERY: GOING THROUGH THE ROOF.
January 8, 2007... BEDFORD GLASS TAKES DELIVERY OF CNC MACHINE FROM BOTTERO What is Bedford Glassworks doing with a CNC machining centre? Brilliant cutting glass shelves and lots more besides, writes Dominic Bentham Bedford Glassworks has taken delivery...

MACHINERY BRIEFING: Tripleseal invests #3 million in machinery.
January 8, 2007... London-based Tripleseal IG Ltd has invested #3 million in a range of fully automated machinery to manufacture sealed units using Edgetech's Triseal Super Spacer. The investment includes a Lisec fully automated IG line, laminate and float...

MACHINERY BRIEFING: Sand blasting in Abu Dhabi.(Machinery Sales Ltd)(Danway Fusion Glass)(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... European Machinery Sales Ltd announces that it has been awarded a major contract by Danway Fusion Glass in the United Arab Emirates to supply and install at its Abu Dhabi works a fully automated sand blasting booth and ancillary equipment. The...

MACHINERY BRIEFING: SGG keeps processing lines clean.(Saint-Gobain Glass UK Ltd.)(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... Saint-Gobain Glass is keeping its coating line clean with a fixed vacuum cleaning system from Nilfisk-Advance. The bespoke solution at the glass manufacturer's Yorkshire plant is used to remove processing debris that accumulates on the coater...

MACHINERY: Reinhardt direct gunning.(Reinhardt-Technik S97 standard pneumatic direct-gunning sealing machine)(Eurobond Adhesives Ltd)(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... The Reinhardt-Technik S97 standard pneumatic direct-gunning sealing machine is purpose-built for the continuous edge sealing of insulating glass. It can operate as either a front-line production tool or as a back-up for a large plant's...

MACHINERY: Efco's busy exhibition.(EFCO Furnaces Ltd.)(Glasstec 2006)(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... EFCO Furnaces (2002) Limited announces that its recent participation in the Glasstec 2006 exhibition resulted in a large number of visitors to its stand, drawing a high level of technical and commercial interest. By the end of five busy days in...

MACHINERY: Glass Buddy calculator.(Glasstec 2006)(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... Bohle's innovative Glass Buddy was shown at Glasstec 2006 as a single electronic device to analyse the characteristics of glass panes. Previously, several devices were required to obtain information, such as the thickness of the glass, the...

MACHINERY: Bohle washing machine.(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... Targeting small to medium-sized glass processors, Bohle has introduced the new Verti-Clean series of washing systems for cleaning flat glass quickly and effectively. `With the powerful yet low-cost units of our Verti-Clean series, even...

GLASS & GLAZING: APARTMENTS GET BALCONIES.(Balcony Systems Ltd.)
January 8, 2007... BALCONY'S TAILORED GLAZING SOLUTION FOR GRADE II LISTED CINEMA Curved clear glass balconies from Balcony Systems Ltd have enhanced the character of a luxury apartment development at the former Regal cinema in Streatham, London Curved...

REAR WINDOW: Holy golfing conundrum.
January 8, 2007... Splatt! The rain came down. But the balls still flew. Although... eee yow... splosh... a few too many landed in the water on the Forest of Arden's golf course. Fighting off the heavy rain was definitely this year's challenge at the...

REAR WINDOW: Extreme fundraising.
January 8, 2007... Touched by the situation of a young cancer patient, Harry and Loren Holgate of Cheltenham-based Outlook Windows took part in an extreme fundraising challenge, to abseil 160 ft down the town's tallest building. The couple, along with their...

REAR WINDOW: Kits for local kids.(Windowstyle)(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... Two of South Yorkshire's leading junior sports clubs, the Hoyland Common Falcons and the under eights section of Darfield Junior Football Club, have received money from Windowstyle UK to buy new team kits. The company, which is the...

REAR WINDOW: Benidorm run success.(K2 Conservatory Roof Systems Ltd.)(Brief article)
January 8, 2007... Stuart Stokes, Commonwealth Games 3000 metre steeple chase runner for Great Britain, won the Benidorm half marathon last month having led a group of runners, sponsored by manufacturer of conservatory systems K2 Conservatory Systems Ltd. ...