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| CAB Diary 2012 |
 Full details of all CAB's 2012 events can be found at www.c-a-b.org.uk under 'news and events'
Our next 2 events are:
CAB Technical Conference
Date: 17 May 2012
Venue:
Loughborough University
CAB AGM &
Golf/Activities Day
Date: 28 June 2012
Venue: DeVere Belton Woods, Lincolnshire
For further details: enquiries@c-a-b.org.uk alternatively contact Justin Ratcliffe, Chief Executive or Julie Harley, Office Manager at the CAB office on 01453 828851
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| Projects |
Kawneer Systems help college into the 21st Century
The entire range of architectural aluminium systems from Kawneer were used on the redevelopment of K College for their “high quality” and flexibility.
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Historic Waterfront Redevelopment
The multi-million pound redevelopment of Gloucester’s historic waterfront has seen Hunter Douglas create an innovative shutter system for the new landmark Merchants Quay.
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GLASSOLUTIONS offers improved safety for commuters
Blast-enhanced security glazing from GLASSOLUTIONS – the company formerly known as Solaglas - offers improved safety for commuters at London’s new Blackfriars Station,
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Adams Rite Scores with Leeds United
Adams Rite, part of ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions, a division of ASSA ABLOY, has supplied products from its Maximum Security deadlock range for an exciting renovation at Leeds United Football Club.
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Metal Technology delivers international style at Lanyon Plaza
Architectural glazing systems supplier Metal Technology, partnering with installer Windell Ltd, has completed work on Lanyon Plaza,
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CDW Systems supply vertical sliders for high-profile project
Leading Gloucester based aluminium door and window fabricator CDW SYSTEMS Ltd recently worked together with Guernsey Glass and Window Company to supply and install a large quantity of aluminium vertical sliders and commercial doors
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Facade Systems
from Architectural Aluminium Specialist
Facade systems from architectural aluminium specialist, TECHNAL, have been specified by CZWG Architects for Southwark Council’s iconic new ‘super library’ which has now been completed in Canada Water, London.
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| Entrances |
Dorma Provides Sliding Door Operators to Sculptural Slough Bus Station
To provide safe and efficient access to buses at the sculptural new Slough Bus Station,
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Alwitra comes to the rescue at iconic new community fire station
The new £6.5 million Weymouth Community Fire Station in Dorset is set to make its mark in the county with a stunning wave form roof which has been made watertight due to the flexibility of the versatile and world beating Alwitra Evalon® V single ply membrane.
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New sliding door
Black Millwork has extended its range of doors and windows to include aluminium sliding doors.
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| Curtain Wall |
New website for Metal Technology
Metal Technology has launched its new updated and enhanced website.
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Kawneer systems’ monumental facelift
Curtain walling from aluminium systems supplier Kawneer features prominently on the £7million redevelopment of a Manchester office block.
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Schueco's insulated aluminium façade system
Architects and developers wishing to future-proof their buildings against the more stringent energy-saving and CO2 reduction targets expected to be included in Document L of the Building Regulations in 2013,
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Any Colour – And Preferably Not Black
Powdertech (Corby) Ltd is pleased to announce that it is an approved applicator of IGP powder coating systems for architectural metal finishing.
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Business Micros has added a new module for users of its Evolution
Business Micros has added a new module for users of its Evolution and EvoNet software which frees up admin and sales staff from many of the repetitive daily tasks which are time consuming yet essential in the sales, production and delivery of window and door products.
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Adams Rite's Anti-Snap Cylinder
Following a rise in lock snapping, Adams Rite, a division of ASSA ABLOY UK, has plans to launch an Anti-Snap Euro Profile Cylinder.
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The result of a new partnership
A new partnership between façade specialists Wicona and Fendor has resulted in the launch of a sliding aluminium window system specifically designed for anti-ligature applications, such as mental health and custodial facilities.
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| People |
Mighton Products
Mighton Products have appointed four new members of staff to support the company’s continued growth in the UK and overseas markets for their range of sash and casement window hardware.
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Quotatis has expanded its marketing team
Quotatis has expanded its marketing team, in line with the company’s exciting horizon. Three senior executives have joined the UK’s team as Quotatis continues to provide high quality leads to contractors in various home improvement sectors and increase their range.
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Bostik's construction division has a new commercial management structure
As part of Bostik’s strategy to better meet the needs of its customers, its construction division has a new commercial management structure with a number of new roles created.
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VBH Strengthens Internal & External Teams
Hardware distributor VBH (GB) Ltd advises it has invested in both its sales and purchasing departments to provide customers with even better service.
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FUHR recruits familiar faces
Shropshire based FUHR has put an emphasis on experience in recruiting two of the industry’s “familiar faces” to strengthen its sales team
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| Windows |
Smells like Team Spirit.
Official partners with Stoke City football club Listers Trade Frames received a surprise visit to their office, trade counter and factory facilities at their Fenton site by Rory Delap and Mamady Sidibe, first team members of the Premier League club.
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Kitemark for Comar
Comar Architectural Aluminium Systems have achieved Kitemark status: BS 4873 – Systems Supplier for Aluminium Alloy Windows and BS 7950/4873 Enhanced Security Performance of Windows for Domestic Applications for Comar 5Pi ECO 55mm and 75mm casement window systems and Comar 5Pi Tilt/Turn windows.
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100,000 and Still Counting!
At exactly 8.22am on the 29th of March 2012, John Haynes of Aspect Windows walked into the Lister Trade Frames trade counter like most mornings.
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KAT UK have added an exciting niche product
KAT UK have added an exciting niche product to their range in the form of the Beaufort Steel Replacement Window.
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A Window on the detail
INTERNORM, Europe’s leading supplier of triple-glazed windows and doors, will be showcasing its latest product range at this year’s National Homebuilding & Renovating Show.
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HOPPE bolsters Access Solutions offering with Security Products from Siemens
HOPPE (UK), the manufacturer of hardware for the window and door and architectural sectors, has become an official distributor for the access control and intrusion detection products and systems from Security Products, by Siemens.
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Yale Door and Window Solutions has reported a 66% increase in visitors
Yale Door and Window Solutions has reported a 66% increase in visitor counts interested in its exciting new range of digital security solutions and mechanical innovations, at this years Fensterbau exhibition held in Nuremberg.
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'Almost Perfect Results' for Roto
In a review of Fensterbau, window and door hardware specialist Roto reported “almost perfect results”, with approximately 10,000 visitors including market partners and interested persons to their 800 sqm stand, stated Project Manager Ralph Saile.
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Mila reprints catalogue to keep pace with demand
Mila is responding to the surge in demand for its hardware ranges with a new 2012 version of its Key 7 product catalogue.
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Rebirth of the Flag Hinge from MACO at Fensterbau/frontale 2012
A very successful Fensterbau exhibition for MACO has seen the launch of a completely new product range with a program of hinges for PVC door systems.
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Trojan’s Mega Egress hinge
TROJAN’S Mega Egress hinge has been adding value to fabricators’ and installers’ portfolios for several years.
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Mul-T-Lock's CLIQ Interactive Cylinders
MUL-T-LOCK’S patented CLIQ Interactive cylinders have been fitted to entrance gates at Cornwall Gardens in Central London, to provide the assurance of mechanical security and the benefits of access control in one key system.
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Yale Door and Window Solutions
YALE DOOR AND WINDOW SOLUTIONS’ innovative new range of windows locks is the latest in its range of high performance security products to pass the coveted British Board of Agrément’s (BBA) rigorous assessment.
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Industry leaders challenge data
With the news that the UK economy is officially in recession, again, following the publication of economic data for the first quarter of this year, CAB CEO Justin Ratcliffe looks for the positives for the industry in his comment piece (see here). That said, the CBI and a number of well respected commentators are challenging the numbers. Revised figures are expected to follow shortly which they believe will confirm we aren't really in recession.
They refer us to the same period last year, when construction was on its knees and the snow brought industry to a shuddering halt, the Office for National Statistics first estimated the fall in construction activity at no less than 4.7 per cent, which was later revised down to just 1.5 per cent.
The ONS are now saying that the fall in construction is twice as severe as last year when we experienced one of the worst weather periods for many a year.
What will the revised numbers say? We will see.
Elsewhere in this issue we have the news that TGO is been officially accredited as an Ombudsman member by the BIOA, and ratification of news from Ecobuild that Glassolutions (formerly Solaglas) has acquired Greenberg Ltd.
 Tony Higgin
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Chief Executive’s comments – Justin Ratcliffe
 ‘Focus on the challenges and opportunities not the stats’
Last month, I highlighted the overall positive but underlying cautious vibe that emanated from Ecobuild 2012 and its (now confirmed) 57,000 visitors. Some recent statistics from ONS appear to support this, showing a 6% growth in output in February compared with January. However, as the Construction Products Association were quick to point out, there was a 13% drop in output in January and February’s figure showed a year on year drop of 5%.So what does it show....probably that we are still all trying to see any positives that we possibly can of an upturn.
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Technical Consultant’s comments – Patrick England
 ‘CAB Technical Conference - ‘The Way Ahead - Opportunities & Challenges’
The fenestration industry is rapidly changing, possibly more so now than at anytime in the past. With the challenges that BIM brings, the rapid development of new products, new materials and of course the increase in standards and legislation there is a need more than ever to be kept informed of developments that affect us. CAB provides this for its members in the form of an annual technical conference with speakers who are leaders in their field.
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This Month's News
TGO accredited as the official industry Ombudsman
The Glazing Ombudsman (TGO) is delighted to announce that it has been formally accredited as an Ombudsman member by the British and Irish Ombudsman Association (BIOA) to become the official ombudsman scheme for settling domestic glazing installation complaints within the UK.
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Glassolutions acquire Greenberg Ltd
GLASSOLUTIONS (formerly Solaglas) has acquired the business of Rotherham-based Greenberg Ltd for an undisclosed sum in a move which reflects the newly branded company’s customer service commitment.
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New mini form of contract to protect homeowners & tradesmen
TrustMark, the Government endorsed quality mark for tradesmen, has developed a ‘Mini Form of Contract’ in association with the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) to protect both homeowners and tradesman carrying out repairs, maintenance and improvements to the inside or outside of homes.
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GGF Forum Discusses Key Industry Issues
Green Deal, CE Marking, Consequential Improvements and Health and Safety were among the many key industry issues discussed at the GGF Forum, held in Birmingham last week, and left GGF Members fully aware of the Federation’s position on these matters.
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Alumet Collect Cut The Carbon Award
Southam based construction specialists Alumet collected the Cut the Carbon Award at the Building Awards were held on last week at the Grosvenor Hotel at Park Lane, London.. Alumet's National Construction Manager Blake Summers collected the award in front of a packed house of 1500 industry leaders.
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Launch on Target!
After 6 months of intensive development Kaye Building Systems are proud to announce the launch of their brand new product range. As part of the world-wide aluminium extruder group Exlabesa, KBS is an aluminium glazing system supplier based in Doncaster South Yorkshire.
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CDW Sytems announce sales increase of 15%
In its celebratory 21st year in business, Gloucester based aluminium door and window fabricator CDW Systems has defied the challenging economic conditions by announcing that sales have increased by 15%, exceeding initial forecasts that the company had made for the year.
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A Decade of Directorship at Listers
At Lister Trade Frames Friday the 6th of April 2012 saw another milestone worth celebrating as 10 years previously, Phil Warren became a Director at the Stoke based manufacturer after working his way up through the ranks.
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