Glass Age articles from March 2006

Glass Age archives from March 2006

GGF fights BT services.
March 7, 2006... British Telecom's `Privacy at Home' service was in the spotlight when the Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) met with OFCOM on 7th of February. The GGF asked the telecoms regulator to consider if BT's promotion and marketing of the Telephone...

Plastics manufacturers fail to pass on the cost push.(British Plastics Federation)
March 7, 2006... A survey of British Plastics Federation member firms has revealed that 44% of companies were not able to pass on the increased costs to their customers in their selling prices. `Last October member firms incurred average increases of 58%...

COMMENT: It's Glassex time.
March 7, 2006... The Glassex exhibition soon comes round again, but this year there's plenty to get excited about. Market conditions are tough but at the same time there are many regulations and standards to negiotate and make the most of. This month...

Tradelink shows that a cost effective A rating is possible.
March 7, 2006... Trade fabricator Tradelink has achieved the first A rated, double glazed window incorporating its HeatGuard range of high performance insulated glazed units (IGUs), and has officially created the UK's most energy efficient double glazed window....

Southern Ireland's 1st C rating.(Senator Windows Ltd )(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... Wexford-based Senator Windows Ltd is the first manufacturer in Southern Ireland to achieve a British Fenestration Rating Council `C' rating on its casement windows. Keith Ogilvie, Quality Manager at Senator Windows explains: `We achieved the C...

Hardware MBO points to greater outsourcing.
March 7, 2006... Independent Multipoint lock manufacturer, Paddock Fabrications and its subsidiary Millenco hardware have been subject to management buy out. Five members of the current management team, led by Managing Director Nigel Hutchinson, have acquired a...

1st C rated timber window.
March 7, 2006... Southwest based Clearwood UK has achieved a C rated timber window with the BFRC. The performance of -12 kWh/m2/yr is the highest achieved for a C rating so far. `We have now achieved C, D and E ratings with our bulk standard window', Jay...

Timber show gets a positive reception.
March 7, 2006... The organisers of the Timber Show, due to take place in London this September, are reporting an enthusiastic response from the industry since its launch last year. 'We received our first email requesting information about exhibiting before...

Glass brief: Skills in Scotland.
March 7, 2006... More than 5,000 building workers across Scotland have improved their skills through Scottish Enterprise Glasgow's construction skills action plan, covering 50 different courses. To find out more about training opportunities phone 0141 634 1024...

Glass brief: FSA support online.
March 7, 2006... The Financial Services Authority (FSA) has launched an e-learning package for small firms to help them work out what financial resources they need to meet regulatory requirements. Visit www.fsa.gov.uk/smallfirms Copyright: CMP Information...

Glass brief: BWF on safety.
March 7, 2006... The British Woodworking Federation (BWF) has published two more Woodworking Machinery Safety Cards (21 & 22), covering the safe use of Multi Ripsaws and the safe use of Profile Grinders. A downloadable presentation, available to members from...

Glass brief: New low maintenance fencing.
March 7, 2006... Targeted at both the consumer and the professional user, Liniar incorporates the more traditional range of slotted fence posts and gravel boards but also includes a comprehensive range of picket fencing, ranch style fencing, and newly designed...

Glass brief: Plastmo gets HomePro IBG.
March 7, 2006... Plastmo Profiles has secured a `unique' alliance with leading insurance provider, HomePro, to launch a Plastmo-branded insurance backed guarantee (IBG). www.plastmo.co.uk Copyright: CMP Information Ltd.

Avocet sells electronics division to Securefast.(electronic security division )(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... Avocet Hardware Ltd has completed the sale of its electronic security division as part of its strategy to consolidate and develop as one of the UK's leading suppliers of window and door hardware, fixings and fastenings for the PVC-U market, DIY...

Gift in glass for Sugar.
March 7, 2006... Sir Alan Sugar recently gave up his time to speak in Manchester to a group of businessmen as a fundraiser for the Nicky Alliance Day Centre, a centre for disabled and aged members of the Manchester community. After his speech, the top...

Eagle's publicity swoop.(TPC manufactures )(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... Customers, staff and passers by were surprised recently when Great Britain's only Olympic ski jumper Eddie `The Eagle' Edwards dropped in for a photo shoot at Stroud based Quantal conservatory roof fabricator TPC. Local man Eddie famously came...

Style Group bucks the trend.(Style Group six new articulated vehicles )(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... Britain's ever growing lorry-spotting cult has a new challenge this month with a unique set of Style Group liveries to watch out for. The group has added six new articulated vehicles worth almost #1/2 million - with exceptionally lively and...

Training story is a win-win.(System 10)(training programme)(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... Birmingham-based System 10 fabricator Shelforce has launched a training programme designed to encourage local disadvantaged residents to work in the PVC-U windows and doors industry. The DALE Project is providing up to 70 residents from the...

Swish installer makes good from bad.(Barry Gwinnett Building and Joinery Services)
March 7, 2006... Approved Swish Installer Barry Gwinnett Building & Joinery Services has made good a botched roofline installation that featured on the BBC1 consumer watchdog programme Rogue Traders. Barry Gwinnett describes what he discovered when he...

Receivers from Schott make up the heart of solar power plant in Nevada.
March 7, 2006... On February 11, 2006, the ground-breaking ceremony for the Nevada Solar One solar power plant took place in Boulder City, Nevada. This will be the first solar thermal power plant to be built in the last 15 years. It was commissioned by the...

10th GPD planning underway.(Glass Processing Days)(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... On April 23-28th 2006 Glass Processing Days (GPD) links up with China Glass in Beijing, and on June 15-18th 2007 the 10th GPD Conference takes place in Tampere, Finland. `Following feedback from participants we have further increased the...

Events: G06 Awards: 15th September.(G06 Awards )(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... Friday 15 September has been announced as the date for the for the G06 Awards presentation. These glazing industry awards will be held at Hilton Birmingham Metropole, NEC Complex, in conjunction with the GGF Annual Convention. The Awards...

New products: Elumatec automatic saw.(Elumatec SBZ 630)(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... The Elumatec SBZ 630 has been designed to cut thick-walled aluminium profiles at high speeds - combining high level performance with maximum precision. This machine comprises a 7.5kW motor that has been proven under the toughest...

New products: Major E vent at Newdawn.(roof vents)(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... Newdawn has launched a 35mm version of its best-selling PVC-U range of bar to bar and in-panel roof vents. An all aluminium vent suitable for glazing 16mm to 35mm material is also now ready to meet the growing demand from timber...

New products: UAP's two fixing methods.(letterplates)(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... UAP now offers a choice of either face fixing screws or fast-fix stud fixings on all its letterplates. All UAP letterplates are supplied with two sets of fixings in the box: 8 fixing screws for those who want to face fix; and 2 fixing posts...

New products: Let off steam with Visabel.(VisaBel )(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... Bohle has introduced a new range of heated mirror pads that promise to banish steamed-up mirrors for good by the simple flick of a switch. The VisaBel range uses a safe, relatively low surface temperature to de- mist the mirror in the steamiest...

New products: Hafele: French period chic.(steel cabinet and door furniture)(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... A new range of traditional forged iron and steel cabinet and door furniture by Bouvet reflects French traditions of classical style, says UK distributor Hafele, while at the same time meeting modern expectations for quality and precision. ...

New products: Lumen rooflight on show.(Tuscan Foundry Products)(Lumen rooflight)(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... A new British made rooflight Lumen is being launched by Tuscan Foundry Products at this year's National Homebuilding and Renovating Show (2nd - 5th March 2006, NEC Birmingham). The Lumen rooflight has been especially made to replicate a...

New products: Arrissing from Ashton.(Ashton Industrial)(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... In response to demand from clients for fully automatic seaming of mixed random lite sizes (custom tempering) at a more affordable price, Ashton Industrial has developed an entirely new seaming concept to fit the bill - and to fit factory areas...

New products: Nidaplast Honeycomb.(Nidaplast Honeycombs)(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... These hexagonal-celled structural honeycombs from Nidaplast Honeycombs come in thicknesses that vary from 5 to 150 millimetres. They are lightweight, rot-proof and provide both heat and sound insulation as well as having good mechanical...

SALES & MARKETING: LEADS UNITED ON THE WEB.
March 7, 2006... Local partners sought for new web lead generation schemes The Internet has the potential to generate low-cost sales leads says marketing consultancy In Your Face, which has launched two new lead generating schemes for installers. Dominic...

PVC-U window systems: Tools to branch out with.
March 7, 2006... Eurocell's Martin Saunders on new products for these times Eurocell's Martin Saunders is not the first to say that these are turbulent times. But in response the extrusions giant has launched products to help its customers to diversify ...

Conservatory roof glass: Cervoglass at glassex 06.(Cervoglass)
March 7, 2006... Cervoglass to celebrate successful year with glassex stand With sales up 47%, Cervoglass has just had the most successful 12 months in its four year history. The company is celebrating its success with the first ever Cervoglass stand at...

Window fabricators: Windows of opportunity.(Evolution Manufacturing Ltd)
March 7, 2006... Pvc-u windows with white woodgrain foil look less `plasticised' `White wood' is the way forward, says Bedfordshire newcomer Evolution. Dominic Bentham travelled to Biggleswade to find out more We are led to believe that the...

Brief: Shepley switches to Veka as main systems supplier.(Shepley Group )(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... As the company prepares to celebrate its 20th Anniversary in the UK, VEKA plc has begun 2006 on a high as the highly regarded Shepley Group - also 20 years old this year - announces its decision to switch to Veka as its principal systems...

Brief: Spectus vertical sliders fulfil conservation requirements.(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... Traditional-style VS profile by Spectus, installed by Dorwin, are fulfilling conservation requirements at the listed Wimborne Junior School in Portsmouth. Wimborne Junior School was constructed in the late 19th century and is set within a...

Window fabricators: Design over materials.(Sash window )
March 7, 2006... Sash window specialist continues to point the way forward Masterframe goes to great lengths to ensure its vertical sliders are in keeping with their intended site. Energy efficient products are another plus, although it remains a battle for...

Window fabricators: Fredericks gets in shape.
March 7, 2006... New profile is pivotal in the fabricator's future plans Nearly one year after his appointment, Kevin Hill, John Fredericks' Managing Director, gives his views on the industry and his company's mission The market is still soft and 2006...

Window fabricators: Investing - in People.(Newstead Trade Frames)(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... Newstead Trade Frames was recently awarded the prestigious Investor in People (IIP) standard. Newstead's investment in training and development schemes and management strategies helped it achieve the standard. These ensure all Newstead...

Window fabricators: Ribble Valley `Eclipsed'.
March 7, 2006... Lancashire fabricator Ribble Valley Trade Windows has adopted WHS Halo's Eclipse PCE system for its manufacture of windows, doors, tilt `n' turn and French doors and conservatories. Ribble Valley had been with its previous systems supplier for...

Window fabricators: Griffin is SBD accredited.(Griffin Windows)(Secured by Design)(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... Mid Glamorgan trade fabricator Griffin Windows has recently obtained Secured by Design status on its PVC-U windows and doors. Secured by Design, the UK police flagship initiative supporting the principles of `designing out crime', is a well...

Window fabricators: Certificates in frames.(FrameXpress Ltd )(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... FrameXpress Ltd has invested in a six month staff training programme which has resulted in major success for the Telford based company. 12 candidates were enrolled onto the City & Guilds NVQ Level 2 course for Production Operatives, by...

Window fabricators: Slimline vents manage alone.(Slimline ventilation)(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... Slimline ventilation solution to meet draft regulations' Irwell Valley Housing is thinking ahead in its upgrade schemes, to meet the Decent Homes Standard but also ensure compliance with the draft new Building Regulation Document L...

Fabricators: Sternfenster: three years down the decorative road.(Sternfenster)
March 7, 2006... Lincoln-based Sternfenster Trade Sales has been working with leading profile supplier Deceuninck for three years, developing a strong relationship and a rapidly rising order book for the company's decorative 70mm window and door system. ...

Hardware & security: To suite, or not to suite?
March 7, 2006... Hoppe's joint md roger benton on suited door furniture Driven by an ever-more design savvy public, Roger Benton, joint MD of Hoppe (UK) Ltd, discusses the rising popularity of suited door furniture "Today's specifiers, commercial...

Hardware & security: What next for hardware?
March 7, 2006... Kenrick's Mike hill looks for ways to buck the market trend With a reported 20% downturn in 2005 from 2004, 2006 looks to be another tough year for window and hardware manufacturers. Kenrick Sales Director Mike Hill looks at ways in which...

Hardware & security: GU gets BBA approval.
March 7, 2006... GU Ferco's new G4 range of Europa security multi-point locks has been awarded (British Board of Agrement) BBA No: 2569 approval. `G4 has enhanced the Europa range's specification and quality to ensure it maintains its number one status for...

Hardware & security: Morven joins Sold Secure.(Morven Windows )(GU Ferco's Sold Secure )(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... Meanwhile, Morven Windows of south-west England, has signed up for GU Ferco's Sold Secure scheme. Family owned and run, Morven Windows operates from a purpose-built showroom, offices and factory in St Austell. The company manufactures,...

Hardware & security: Dorluxe benefits too.
March 7, 2006... Joining GU Ferco's Sold Secure initiative has also paid off for stable door manufacturer, Dorluxe Ltd. Based in Suffolk, Dorluxe offers strong, secure and stylish PVC-U stable doors, using GU Rhinobolts and gearing on all its products. ...

Hardware & security: Sparta pivot from DR.(DR Services )(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... DR Services has launched the Sparta Pivot door set. Unlike other pivot door systems on the market, it does not require any cut-outs to be preformed in the glass door leaf. Instead, security set screws are employed to clamp the two semi-...

Hardware & security: Blue Diamond bespoke.
March 7, 2006... Southampton - based engineering company, Blue Diamond has expanded its range of specialist design and manufacturing services to include all types of architectural door furniture including bespoke hinges and door handles. Typical...

Hardware Briefing: Hoppe announce Fapim partnership.(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... Like a car without seat belts, a public building can't be used unless it has the appropriate emergency exits. Hoppe (UK) Ltd, has teamed up with Fapim, manufacturer of emergency exit hardware, to produce the Panama exit hardware range. ...

Hardware Briefing: Egress Safety Solution from Laird.(Egress E1)(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... Laird Security Hardware announces the launch of the Egress E1 friction hinge designed for safety and emergency exit in accordance with current standards. The E1 is in response to the industry requirement for the provision of an egress...

Hardware Briefing: 24/7 lock-out assistance.(The Keyholding Company)(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... Ever been locked out or lost your keys? According to The Keyholding Company, 1 in 4 people lock themselves out or loose their keys each year and twice as many people lock themselves out between 5.00pm and midnight, than at any other time. ...

DHF urges caution when specifying automatic upward rolling grilles.(Door and Hardware Federation)(automatic rolling grilles)(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... The Door and Hardware Federation (DHF) is urging all door companies to adhere to its strict safety guidelines when supplying automatic rolling grilles for use at locations where children may be present. The advice from the DHF was re-issued...

Hardware: Ling Joinery open doors.(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... Ling Joinery, near Penrith, is the firm behind the launch of a new concept, which uses high performance Siegenia-Aubi HS Portal hardware to create doors up to six panels wide, with a maximum individual panel width of three metres. Says...

HARDWARE & SECURITY: HAFELE'S SALES 'PERKO' UP.(Perko Powermatic )
March 7, 2006... Designed originally by Samuel Heath 30 years ago, the new Perko concealed door closer concept has been the subject of ongoing development and improvement through to this current year and the launch of the latest third generation technology....

Hardware & security: Letterplates from Uap.(UAP has launched four new letterplates)
March 7, 2006... Known as one of the country's leading suppliers of door furniture to the PVC-U industry, UAP has launched four new letterplates. Anti-vandal letterplate In an era where there is widespread disregard for other people's property and...

Insulated glass: Submit units asap for EN 1279 March 2007 deadline.(standardization tests)
March 7, 2006... Dave frost of CEN Solutions on the en 1279 testing process As Notified Body Test Houses prepare to get busier, Dave Frost of CEN Solutions explains Initial and Periodic Testing, Compliance Management and other aspects of EN 1279 With...

Insulated Glass: EN 1279 Desiccant selection.(standards for desiccant selection)
March 7, 2006... Mark Hickox of Thermoseal on choosing the right desiccant Desiccant selection is probably one of the least considered but potentially one of the most important factors in prolonging unit life, says Thermoseal's Mark Hickox With the end...

Insulated Glass: Tamglass sonic-speed.(Tamglass Sonic system )(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... Developments in coating technology mean that glass performance has considerably improved in recent years. The new Tamglass Sonic system is specifically tailored to suit the off- line coated low E glass products that are rapidly gaining...

Insulated Glass: Failsafe's Puls-Meter win.(Puls- Meter technology)(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... Kettering-based Failsafe Metering International Ltd has set a new benchmark for metering, mixing and dispensing equipment with its Puls- Meter technology. Winner of the Manufacturing category at the recent Institution of Electrical...

Insulated Glass: Hegla cutting and handling.(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... As part of its range of cutting and handling solutions Hegla Harp Racks are specifically designed for coated glass, to drastically reduce the chances of surface damage during racking and internal moving. To compliment its range of float and...

Insulated Glass: Bystronic smart'lamicut.
March 7, 2006... Choices can be exceedingly difficult when deciding upon cutting tables. For example, a low cost cutting table may result in serious bottlenecks in the production flow; or alternatively a high-end automatic cutting table could threaten to...

Insulated Glass: GED integrated solutions.(Intercept Warm-Edge Spacer System)(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... Intercept Warm-Edge The Intercept Warm-Edge Spacer System from GED Integrated Solutions, is a semi-rigid one-piece plated steel alloy spacer. Its patented U-shaped spacer design offers maximum strength and superior flexibility in an...

Insulated Glass: Edgetech.(Fountainbridge Glass has relocated)(Super Spacer UK's first A rated)(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... Fountainbridge expands, Tradelink gets an A rating, and seminar venue announced for May Edinburgh-based double glazing and conservatory manufacturer Fountainbridge Glass has relocated to larger premises. The company attributes part of this...

Brief: Ashton Industrial installs IG line for Tri-Warm.(Insulating Glass)(Tri-Warm)(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... Tri-Warm Insulating Glass has invested in an Ashton high speed insulating glass manufacturing line to meet growing demand. The high performance PLC controlled IG line from Ashton assembles double and triple insulating glass at an average rate...

Brief: Abbseal - New Image Hits The Road.(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... As part of it's ongoing improvement plan, Abbseal UK Ltd has unveiled new vehicles decked out in livery based on the companies new corporate identity. Abbseal continues to invest in the best of modern processing technology allowing it to...

Brief: Part L Solutions.(Part L Building Regulations)(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... The introduction of the Part L Building Regulation has sparked an element of confusion and concern amongst those who this new regulation will affect. Trelleborg's Ecoseal Environmental Roofing System and Cladseal Facade Sealing System...

Brief: Tremco's sealant for IG unit manufacture.(JS 442)(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... Tremco's JS 442 is a highly elastic two component polyurethane polymer sealant designed specifically for the manufacture of IG units. The sealant has excellent adhesion to all glasses, aluminium and galvanised steel spacer bars and steel and...

Glassex preview: It's glassex time again.(Glassex 26th window show )(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... 26th window show looks like being a great day out This Glassex has the fundamental ingredients to present a worthy day or two out of the office for even the busiest window person, say the organisers. A well-balanced exhibitor list, events...

Glassex preview: BSI Product Services.(BSI Product Services)(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... BSI Product Services, a regular Glassex exhibitor, is once again on hand to offer advice on a variety of industry issues and to explain the implications of current and new standards as well as to discuss product testing, CE marking and Kitemark...

Glassex preview: BEST VALUE CONSERVATORIES.(Glassex 2006)(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... Best Value Conservatories (BVC) is to launch a new range of high quality, low cost conservatories at Glassex 2006. Chairman Derek Davies says BVC has sourced worldwide for the best suppliers of profile, hardware and glass to create a range...

Glassex preview: Bystronic Glass UK Limited.(Intra Product Development)(Bystronic Solution Centre)(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... The Bystronic glass Group recently took over the Canadian technology company, Intra Product Development. Now called the Bystronic Solution Centre, the company develops technologies for the cost-effective manufacturing of PVC-U windows. ...

Glassex preview: Cervoglass.(Cervoglass exhibiting for the first time)(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... Cervoglass, a leading specialist conservatory roof glass manufacturer, will be exhibiting for the first time in its own right at Glassex and will be using the show to introduce the most comprehensive and exciting range of roof glasses on the...

Glassex preview: Carl F direct.(Glassex 2006)(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... As a leading distributor of DeWalt lines, Carl F direct is delighted to be working with them on their stand at Glassex 2006. DeWalt's high performance portable power tools and accessories including drill bits, saw blades and the ever popular...

Chiltern Dynamics/BM TRADA Certification.(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... Chiltern Dynamics and BM TRADA are specialists in testing, approval and certification services for doors, windows and glass. Experts will be on hand to discuss performance issues, including: thermal, security, weather, durability, service life,...

Glassex preview: COMBILIFT.(product information)(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... The Combilift 4-way forklifts are now a familiar sight both at Glassex and within the glass and glazing sector in general. The manufacturers of this versatile and space saving range of forklifts will once again be exhibiting its product on...

Glassex preview: ComfortableSoftware.com (A050).
March 7, 2006... ComfortableSoftware.com will once again be bringing its innovative cost- effective software solutions to Glassex. A new version of ComfortableConservatories, the intuitive, easy to use sales package for the design and presentation of...

Glassex preview: ConservatoriesOnline.com.(www.ConservatoryVideo.com)(www.ConservatoriesOnline.com)(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... In the company's seventh consecutive Glassex appearance consumer conservatory and glazing website specialists eBuilders - the company behind www.ConservatoriesOnline.com - is launching a new addition to its highly successful web site portfolio....

Glassex preview: Direct Trade (Yorkshire) Ltd.(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... Doncaster fabricator Direct Trade has had its outstanding performance recognised with a unique back-to-back success in the Sunday Times annual Fast Track 100; published in December. Not only is the company recognised for the second successive...

Glassex preview: DOMINO UK LTD.(product exhibition)(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... Domino UK Ltd, part of world-leading ink jet and laser manufacturer, Domino Printing Sciences, will be exhibiting an array of innovative products at the forthcoming Glassex exhibition. Foremost on display will be Domino's S200W scribing laser...

Glassex preview: Dunster House.(log cabins of Dunster House Ltd)(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... There's no getting away from the fact that window sales have had a fairly rocky time over the past few months. The answer, says Glassex exhibitor Dunster House (Stand HO60) is to diversify - Dunster House Ltd is one of the UK's largest...

Glassex preview: EBECO UK LTD.(United Kingdom)(product introduction)(Brief Article)
March 7, 2006... Ebeco UK Ltd supply high quality, twin-conductor Electric Underfloor Heating cables. Its ranges of Swedish mat-mounted cables, loose cables and foils will accommodate tiles, timber, laminates and even carpets. At the Glassex exhibition...