PAS 2000:2026 and the end of the “Frankenstein doorset” The publication of PAS 2000:2026 “Bringing safe construction products to market”, marks a significant shift in how construction products are assessed, specified and justified across the UK housing sector. While the Code of Practice applies to all construction products, its implications are particularly important for [...]
Roger Hartshorn has won the coveted ‘Services to the Industry’ award at the GGP Installer Awards 2026, reflecting his impact and leadership during a career spanning almost 50 years. From starting out as an apprentice toolmaker at HL Plastics to leading a management buyout, launching Eurocell and then Liniar before switching to aluminium with [...]
Today we recognise and thank our Sales Director Mike Rushen as he prepares to retire from Winkhaus UK on the 2nd of April after almost 22 years with the business. Mike joined Winkhaus in 2004 as Regional Sales Manager and quickly became a trusted and respected member of the team. In 2014 he stepped [...]
Bill Butters Windows has completed a stunning installation of Sheerline’s Classic Heritage Door at a property located in the seaside town of Lyme Regis. Installed to separate the swimming pool and home gym, this internal partition looks so striking, it’s won Sheerline’s Installation of the Month competition. It includes the Classic Heritage Door with [...]
The National Fenestration Awards (NFA) is thrilled to announce that tickets for the highly anticipated 2026 Winners’ Event are officially on sale. Scheduled for Saturday, 24th October 2026, the industry’s premier open-platform awards will once again return to the prestigious Doncaster Racecourse and Hilton Garden Inn for a full day of racing, networking, and [...]
The National Fenestration Awards (NFA) has announced a major change to one of its most important categories for the 2026 campaign, revealing that the Young Person of the Year award will now see three winners crowned instead of just one. In a move designed to actively support the industry’s recruitment and retention efforts, the [...]
The National Fenestration Awards (NFA) is pleased to announce that Hallmark Doors & Panels has renewed its partnership with the awards, confirming their return as a category sponsor for the 2026 campaign. This announcement underscores the strength of the ongoing relationship between the NFAs and the Hull-based manufacturer. Hallmark Doors & Panels has been [...]
The National Fenestration Awards (NFA) is pleased to announce that Made For Trade, the innovative engineering force behind the award-winning Korniche brand, has been confirmed as a category sponsor for the 2026 campaign. This announcement sees the North East-based fabricator renewing its sponsorship, continuing a successful and dynamic partnership with the industry’s largest open-platform [...]
The National Fenestration Awards (NFA) is delighted to announce that Rehau, one of the world’s leading polymer-based solutions providers, has renewed its sponsorship for the 2026 campaign. This renewal sees the premium systems company continuing its long-established relationship with the industry’s premier open-platform awards. Rehau has been a dedicated partner of the NFAs for [...]
Aluminium and PVCu frames are in strong demand, and Lancashire Trade Frames is continuing to grow. With a busy factory, the right equipment, and a proven aluminium and PVCu product range, we’re positioned to support the trade and now we’re looking for an experienced Sales Representative to help drive the next phase of our [...]
