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Ultraframe
has introduced a new range of Ultraselect changeable interior
decorative strips for conservatories for 2004 Duraflex
has upgraded its range of PVCu Single and Double Residential
Door Kits for the 65mm and 70mm Diamond Suites
The
problems caused by woodgrain PVC conservatory roof cappings distorting
in abnormal temperatures is eliminated by Aztec
Conservatory Roof Systems- without any need to stock
and fabricate additional components Metalmac
has developed a new steel protection shield for windows and doors
specifically for the New Build industry
New
from Glassequipment.com is the
Actec Detector for the detection and identification of Pilkington
Activ™ Self Cleaning Glass Vicaima
has recently launched its Portaro Easifit Door Kit. This system
provides a door, frame and architrave assembly with a complete veneer
or foil matched finish To
complement its 420 casement window, a new polyamide tilt and turn
suite has been developed by Metal Technology Product
Archive
One
of Liverpool’s more palatial and striking restaurants
has been designed by The Robin Clayton Partnership and
makes elegant use of products supplied by HansenGlass
in the construction of a feature staircase Chelsea
Windows found itself using PVCu to replace
the existing timber framed windows in a particularly attractive
and unusual house at Sutton, in Surrey
Quantal
Conservatory Roofing Systems
has appointed Ian Cocken as National Key Accounts Manager
When
Linda Barker gave Phil Tufnell the challenge to build a two-storey
cricket pavilion for children with special needs in South London,
as part of ITV’s With A Little Help From My Friends programme
in January, one of those friends turned out to be Marshall-Tufflex
PVCu
extruder Veka plc has re-designed
its UK website to include a new Marketing support service exclusively
available to Veka customers One
of the companies which was there when WindowQuoter
was first launched has been singing its praises
A
series of training days designed to bring customers up to date
with the latest developments in the company’s commercial
range has proved successful for Sapa
Building Systems
 Although there are those who say that insulating glass manufacturers do not need to employ a consultant to guide them through the complexities of the EN 1279 accreditation process, the recent experience of CEN Solutions Ltd suggests that many igu manufacturers and material suppliers do not agree More Here:
The
Council for Aluminium in Building
has taken steps to clarify its views about proposed changes
to Part L of the Building Regulations that are expected in 2005,
following publication of the Government’s Energy White
Paper last year 'What
about the future when the calls for even greater thermal efficiency
grow ever louder, as no doubt they will?' asks Edgetech.
Features
now archived include: Designers
must now comply with regulations to limit solar overheating
in buildings, as Paul Littlefair of BRE explains. Dave
Frost on the implications of CE Marking to the sealed unit manufacturer:
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GlassBuild
America Anticipates Strong Turnout glass technology live is to be presented from 9-13th November 2004 at glasstec in Düsseldorf. This 'glass pavilion' will be organised by Professor Stefan Behling, Director of the Building Technology Construction Institute of Stuttgart University and a partner of Sir Norman Foster’s London-based architect’s office. More Here:
Click the Banner to go to the Glassex website, or here to go to our Exhibitor List. Now with Interactive Floorplans.. Exhibition
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Click here or on the Logo to see the latest prime jobs from Ten Human Resources: 9 new positions this week!
Network
Veka
is backing its associate Professor Brian Cunningham in a world record
bid to make the first ever kite-powered crossing of the Gobi Desert.
Conservatory
roofing has brightened up the life of builder Paul Bennett - he’s
just won a £4,000 holiday in the sun in the Uzone
roadshow summer draw!
Eurocell
Profiles
has updated its literature for the Pinnacle Bespoke Conservatory Roofing
System. The
complete pocket guide, produced by European fastener manufacturer
SFS intec, has been a favourite amongst
specifiers and fabricators since its introduction in 1999. Ultraframe
is releasing a new fully interactive CD-Rom, complete with new product
options and a price calculator. The
'Big Rig', PVCu systems manufacturer Veka's
travelling showroom and exhibition unit, is being promoted to customers
through a new brochure.
A
continuous improvement programme, aimed at ensuring Winlock
Security Ltd constantly employs the latest technology and
manufacturing techniques, has been enhanced with the award to Winlock
of the latest quality upgrade to BS. EN. ISO 9001 /2000. This
month's What's New section of the BBA
website features information on new Agrement certificates awarded
to companies in the window industry.
Eurocell
Ultimate 70mm window system fabricator, Atcost
Windows, based in Liphook Hampshire, has announced the
continuing success of the company’s New Build department STR,
a new conservatory roofing fabricator in Scotland, has completed a
review of roofing systems and chosen Ultraframe Harlequin
Frames can now colour coat your windows, doors, cladding
or conservatory in the colour of your choice.
Glass
and Glazing Federation
Regional Chairmen gathered together recently at the GGF’s Head
Office in London to discuss the Government’s Revitalising Programme
and the GGF and British Glass’s Health and Safety initiative GLASS
Charter. Plus
Plan,
a division of Aluplast UK Ltd., says that the company is benefiting
from increased operational efficiency and enhanced health and safety
practices following the purchase of 3 LPG-powered Combilift multi-directional
forklift trucks.
On
19th January the Government published for consultation its draft National
Allocation Plan setting out how greenhouse gas emission allowances will
be allocated to the operators of UK installations for the first phase
of the EU Emissions Trading Scheme, which runs from 2005 to 2007. Each
year, the UK glass industry uses about £130m of energy. Action
Energy has a wide range of free tailored services to help
the glass industry benefit financially by improving energy efficiency.
The
BSI Group has announced that the
Drafts for Public Comment (DPCs) of the environmental management standards
BS EN ISO 14001 and BS ISO 14004 are now available..
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GLASSEX 2004 NEWS Glassex
2004: They Came, They Saw, and They Shopped Around Planet
Announces Intention to Float on AIM Window
Energy Rating Label Launched at Glassex Network
VEKA teams up with new product ranges Promac’s
Silver Jubilee at Glassex How
do you Produce a Sealed Unit only Touching the Glass Three
Times? RE-FLEX
Performance Glass Goes Global Congratulations
to Sarnafil Roof Assured 60th Installer Topline TODAY'S EVENTS AT GLASSEX The
Glassex Challenge. A competition between the country's leading
installers to fit a bay window, a door and a conservatory roof.
Teams from across the country will compete live to see who is the
best in the business - you might want to see them in action, or
you might want to compete, either way you'll need to be there. The
Conservatory Design Competition. Glassex 2004 will be uncovering
the best-bespoke installation in the UK, focusing on design, aesthetics,
structural integrity, detail application and overall best practice.
Look, learn, judge for yourself.
TODAY'S
GLASSEX SEMINARS OTHER NEWS Former
Pilkington European Marketing Boss Launches Consultancy Laird
and Emap Join Sponsors and Jack Dee to Present G 04 Awards
Sliding
Sash Sales Double at KAT UK Sliders
UK - Investing in Quality
Machinery investment of over £180,000 has provided patio specialist Sliders UK with a platform for continued unprecedented growth in 2004. The latest new machines are from Elumatec and include a double stacking verti-quad welder, CNC corner cleaner, automatic screw fixing station and a computerised saw. A CNC copy router is also on order. Insolvencies,
Winding up Orders, Petitions and Creditors' Meetings GL@ZINE SPECIAL FEATURES Where
are the Composite Doors? Secure
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We
do have a bit of news today as well, not least that Planet, which expects
to sign up its remaining 35 franchisee mark this Glassex, has also announced
its intention to float on the AIM. Also, The
Energy Saving Trust is at Glassex, launching the new Window Energy Rating
Label in conjunction with the British Fenestration Registration Council
- 'quite an exciting development for the industry', they say.
