DOORS , WINDOWS & FITTINGS
HIGH PERFORMANCE SEALED UNIT SECONDARY GLAZING INSTALLED IN A 250 YEAR OLD GRANARY
Hindmarsh Hall , Grade II Listed , was originally one of three granaries at the south-end of the village of Alnmouth , Northumberland . The 4th Duke of Northumberland had the building converted into an Anglican Chapel in 1859 .
In 1876 the chapel was made redundant , so the building was used and referred to as the ‘ Town Hall ’ for the ensuing 60 years . Leonard King Hindmarsh bought the dilapidated property in the 1930s , then some years later had it refurbished and gave it to the community of Alnmouth .
During 2003 – 4 , the Trustees completed a programme of restoration and updating of the building ; however , 14 years later , the building needed further renovations , following a comprehensive condition survey .
Giles Arthur Architects were employed to conceptualise the trustee ’ s vision ; addressing structural issues , space planning and making the building more energy efficient to reduce ongoing running costs . Selectaglaze 4-12-4mm , low-E , sealed unit secondary glazing was specified to provide enhanced thermal insulation .
All the openings have deep splayed reveals , so the secondary was fixed with a maximum cavity close to the wall face where it was wider , framing the primary window , allowing unrestricted opening of the units and proving full access for cleaning and maintenance .
Fenestral , partner of Selectaglaze , managed the surveying and installation of the project . Using laser measuring equipment , 3D information was produced for the manufacturing of the timber grounds and casements . The tall lancet windows posed a challenge due to their height ; 3350mm . Each of these openings were built up with a Series 41 side hung casement set between two Series 40 fixed light units .
Selectaglaze is the specialist in secondary glazing , established in 1966 and Royal Warrant Holder since 2004 . Selectaglaze has a range of RIBA approved CPD seminars , which provide a better understanding of the applications and implications of specifying secondary glazing .
For further information , please contact Selectaglaze on 01727 837271 . Email : enquiries @ selectaglaze . co . uk or visit : www . selectaglaze . co . uk
100 YEARS OF SLIDING SUCCESS FOR P C HENDERSON
Sliding door gear manufacturer , P C Henderson , is proud to celebrate its 100th year in business - signifying an entire century of high quality manufacturing , product innovation and a dedication to worldwide exporting .
Founded by Percy Cecil Henderson on the 24th February 1921 , the company has come a long way since its humble beginnings where the business started in an unused loft space of a paint and varnish factory . Fast forward 100 years and the company has offices in the UK , Ireland , Holland and China , exports to over 70 countries worldwide and is firmly positioned as the go to provider for sliding door gear .
Speaking about the companies continued success , Trevor Cossins , Managing Director at P C Henderson , commented , “ Celebrating a centenary in business is a huge achievement , it puts us amongst a rare group of companies which have truly withstood the test of time and it certainly isn ’ t something that happens by chance .
The company operates out of its 2.9 acre Bowburn based manufacturing plant where it has resided for the last 52 years . Showing no signs of slowing down , the company has achieved
record sales , multiple award wins and some of the most successful product launches in its history in the last 3 years alone .
“ In the late 1920s ’ Percy Cecil Henderson established the export side of the business – developing strong relationships in South Africa , New Zealand and China – regions which we still have a strong presence in today . I believe this courageous move has been a huge factor in the company ’ s longevity and success over the years .
P C Henderson has won multiple awards for its exporting achievements , most notably ‘ UK Export Business of the Year ’ at the British Chamber Awards – a highly prestigious and respected award . Exporting currently accounts for 70 % of the company ’ s annual sales with products reaching all four corners of the globe .
“ Our expertise and dedicated team ethos has also been a huge contributing factor over the years . We have a great team of highly skilled and passionate individuals - almost 60 % of our team members have been with the company for over 10 years and 30 % for over 20 years .
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