GGF proves equality credentials
The Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) has achieved the Committed2Equality Gold Standard, with a score of 96%.
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Working in the right environment
Warwickshire Based specialist contractor Alumet Systems (UK) have appointed Lee Summers as environmental manager. Lee brings with him seven years experience in the environmental aspect of the construction industry, having previously worked for sustainable housing developers in both the UK and Canada.
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New software technician
Business Micros (Aluminium) has appointed Ian Hannis as a software technician with a brief to help customers maximise the potential and benefits of its LogiKal software system.
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Fascinating facades
An expanded and updated version of the large volume with 300 Schüco reference projects from around the world, is now available to buy.
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Technal launches Modal
Technal, has launched Modal – the UK’s first low rise facade system to achieve such a high level of security, performance and thermal efficiency as standard.
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Security tested parallel opening window
ATB Systems has launched what it believes is the first parallel opening aluminium commercial window, successfully tested to Warrington Certification’s STS202 standard (equivalent to LPS 1175) for the enhanced security of windows and doors.
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Extending the range
KAT UK has increased its range of Beaufort Aluminium products to offer a one-stop shop for window companies.
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Loan sparks expansion
USA: Sage Electrochromics has been offered a $72 million loan guarantee by the US Department of Energy, which comes hot the heels of a $31 million tax credit the company was awarded earlier this year.
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Towering success
Heavy Duty window hardware from Cotswold is soaring above the skyline in a landmark development in Abu Dhabi.
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New-look Maxim
ERA Security Hardware has launched an improved addition to its Maxim range that has been designed exclusively for tilt and turn windows.
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Trojan Group relocates
Walsall-based window and door hardware manufacturer, Trojan Group, has announced that it will be moving to larger premises. The new facilities, which are still based in Walsall, will give the company 46,000ft2 of warehousing, manufacturing and office space.
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Care home installation
An innovative type of roof is being installed by architectural metal roofing and cladding company T R Freeman as part of a new care home being constructed.
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Improved thermal performance
Pilkington Cervoglass Activ and Pilkington Cervoglass Sun are now available with ultra low emissivity coated glass as the inner pane, improving U-value in preparation for the new Part L of the Building Regulations 2010.
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Blast-proof
Sapa Building System’s knowledge of blast resistance has been called into play for the design and building of the new Welsh Assembly Government office at Llandudno Junction in North Wales.
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Accidents can happen
Pasma, the trade association for the mobile access tower industry, has published a new information DVD/CD called ‘Accidents can happen even at low level’.
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Keeping our wits about us
We live in turbulent times. Following the recent dramatic recession, construction appears to picking up again, except we’ve got to keep our wits about us because changes are afoot.
For example, amendments to Approved Document L of the Building Regulations will come into force from October this year, which will involve changes to current understanding and practices. For example, anyone working in the domestic replacement window sector will have to get to grips with the Window Energy Rating scheme (WERs) – if they haven’t already – because that will be the most likely method used to prove compliance with the Regs.
Then there is the change of government, and the well-publicised desire to cut back spending. The Department of Business, Innovation and Skills saw the biggest cutbacks – totalling £836m. Schemes such as Train to Gain are being cut back, but this should be ploughed back into alternative apprenticeship schemes, and there is £220m going towards social housing and college refurbishment. However, all eyes will be on the emergency budget next month to see whether it will boost the confidence of investors in the property market.
On top of that, the proposed end of the CIS scheme could have a profound effect on the way in which labour is employed in the construction industry. HM Revenue & Customs proposes that all workers are deemed ‘employed’ unless there is strong evidence to the contrary. This implied status means that Pay As You Earn (PAYE) tax and National Insurance Contributions (NICs) will also be due on the payment received, and many subcontractors who are currently self-employed could end up with a significantly reduced pay packet.
So, the recession is over, and we have got a new government, but that doesn’t mean to say we can relax.
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Talking aluminium and sustainability A clear trend for the early part of the 21st Century within our sector is that main contractors and clients will increasingly only deal with responsibly sourced supply chains. Whether we like it or not, sustainability runs through just about everything we do, it’s simply inescapable. Within the supply chain we must be able to deal with the questions set by architects, specifiers, consultants, contractors and clients, draw on targets set for the future and highlight ongoing work and progress to date. Clearly trade associations such as CAB have an important role to play in all of this.
Aluminium, the everlasting metal There appears to be a lack of appreciation, on behalf of those who are carrying out Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) for aluminium used in construction, of the longevity of window products manufactured from aluminium. This is also having a prejudicial effect on the energy ratings applied to aluminium windows.  THIS MONTH'S NEWS Industry’s dramatic turnaround in fortunes
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Class act
The new £20m Monkseaton High School in North Tyneside is benefiting from bespoke aluminium panels from Panel Systems.
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Top of the class
Sapa Building Systems will be involved on a new £50 million state-or-the-art new school build in London.
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Euro Windows’ win
Euro Windows has won a top award for its work in refurbishing a housing estate in London – and has praised systems designer Sapa Building Systems for its ‘crucial’ contribution to the project.
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‘Invisible’ shutters protect Business Park
Charter-Integr8 security shutters have been used on the new business park at The Riverside, Glasgow. During the day the shutters can’t be seen at all; they retract completely into the lintel at the touch of a button, leaving clean uncluttered lines. At night, they provide good looking yet robust security for the building and its contents.
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Five-star refurb
A £multi-million exterior and interior refurbishment of the five-star, 111-bedroom Athenaeum Hotel opposite London‘s Green Park included the replacement and reconfiguration of all the windows in a 30-week programme by Structura UK.
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DHF joins SBD
The DHF (Door & Hardware Federation) has forged a strategic alliance with Secured by Design to raise the standards of hardware security products available in the UK.
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Stylish doors
Record’s latest 16 RST is a curved sliding door system that features state-of- the-art electronics. It gives a whole new style and elegance to entrances in commercial and public buildings.
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Popular doors
The ASS 70 FD is an aluminium, thermally insulated folding/sliding door system from Schueco UK.
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Aluminium automation
Haffner’s latest machine will bring all the benefits of automation to the aluminium window fabrication sector. It’s a sister product to the SBA cutting and machining centre.
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Good response to website launch
Door and hardware specifiers, customers and end users are increasingly turning to the new Door & Hardware Federation (DHF) website to access a wealth of industry news, resources and specialist advice.
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New website
Smoke and natural ventilation provider, SE Controls, has recently redesigned its website. The new site covers the company’s wide range of products and services which are combined to offer a complete ‘turnkey’ solution from initial design through to completion and ongoing maintenance.
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