Sustainability has always been a core pillar of Sheerline’s business, but it has never been more important than now considering the UK Government’s plans to introduce a carbon levy, which has big implications for importers of carbon intensive products like aluminium. Reports in December 2023 suggested the Carbon Levy may come into effect by [...]
At FENSTERBAU FRONTALE 2024, SIEGENIA will be showcasing pioneering solutions to demonstrate its commitment to creating healthy, comfortable and smart spaces that make people feel good. A true first awaits visitors at Hall 4, Stand 215. Under the banner of “360° Future”, the stand will include a must-see “smart house” demonstrating, amongst other products, [...]
GQA is supporting Fire Door Maintenance (FDM) in their efforts to raise safety standards across the industry. The awarding and qualifications writing body is developing accredited training and qualifications covering fire door installation, maintenance and inspection in partnership with FDM, which is owned by UAP Ltd, a leading door & window hardware supplier. This [...]
Martin Sadler is EQA/Technical Officer at GQA Qualifications, and he here outlines the qualifications that are available to site-based operatives. GQA is the fenestration industry’s leading awarding and qualifications-writing body. The Building Safety Act has an underlying need for strong training regimes underpinned with proof of learning. Ensuring correct installation and site practice are [...]
A leading innovator in the door and window hardware sector proudly announces the grand opening of its impressive new Brand Centre, set to revolutionise the way customers explore and select door hardware. Based in the heart of Cornwall just minutes from the stunning Cornish coastline, Coastal Group’s new centre showcases the latest trends and [...]
Hardware manufacturer, VBH, has launched its new VBH24 Customer Portal. VBH advise that the Portal builds on the success of the previous VBH online shop, but offers users a number of very useful additional benefits. As well as placing orders, VBH24 users can view and download supplementary information including drawings, literature, guarantee information and [...]
Sheerline has announced that SheerVent® - the aluminium innovators, revolutionary roof vent, is now exclusively available for S2 conservatory roofs, alongside the company’s award winning S1 lantern. Helping set S2 apart from other glazed roofs, with a stylish ventilation option that integrates properly with the rest of the roof aesthetic. SheerVent® is offered as [...]
The leading spacer bar manufacturers in the UK, Edgetech, are to once again support the 2024 National Fenestration Awards by sponsoring the IGU Manufacturer Of The Year category. Edgetech are one of the longest serving supporters of the National Fenestration Awards and have helped the platform grow to become the most prestigious awards within [...]
One the fenestration sector’s leading hardware companies, Coastal Group, has been announced as the official sponsor of the Fabricator/Manufacturer Of The Year category at the 2024 National Fenestration Awards. Coastal Group manufactures and supplies high-end window and door hardware to installers and fabricators around the UK, from solid stainless steel handles to Winkhaus multipoint [...]
An idea commonly floated is that young people leave school poorly equipped for the world of work. I’m not sure I agree with the implied notion that schools are at fault. With an already packed curriculum, should we be expecting our schools to give a solid grounding in all the diverse sectors and opportunities [...]
