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The UK ’ s Most Eco-Friendly IGU

» CLAYTON GLASS , IN PARTNERSHIP with Yorkshire Windows , proudly announce the launch of a brand-new window IGU : EcoMAX . Produced locally in the UK , using a high level of recycled and organic materials , EcoMAX is the country ’ s most environmentally friendly glass unit .
Meeting both the growing demand from environmentally concerned homeowners – studies have found that 82 % of home buyers would pay more for eco features * - and Government pressure for greener housing , EcoMAX was created to spark a wider movement amongst the glass installation industry towards conscientious material choices .
Manufactured in the UK to reduce carbon emissions , EcoMAX uses the highest level of recycled materials and a natural , biodegradable sealant . However , the new product ’ s environmentally friendly features do not compromise on quality , with EcoMAX matching the performance of A and A + rated windows .
Currently available exclusively through Yorkshire Windows , EcoMAX boasts a U-Value of 1.2 , 71 % Solar Gain and 82 % Light Transmission – all intended to further increase the benefits to the planet by maximising the sun ’ s natural heat and light to reduce the reliance on fossil-fuelled lights and heating .
Finally , IGU manufacturers Clayton Glass will plant a tree in honour of each EcoMAX installation to complete and celebrate the choice of homeowners and further offsetting the carbon footprint of the manufacturing process .
“ We ’ ve been listening to and evaluating the market over the years , and there ’ s been a clear increase in demand for an IGU which sits in line with sustainably conscious values ”, comments Ryan Green , Managing Director of Clayton Glass . “ EcoMAX is here to fill this gap in the market as not only an eco-friendly choice , but one which still delivers high-value performance .”
“ We are always looking to add new , innovative products to our portfolio . EcoMAX fits with our green agenda , helping our customers to make a conscious effort to use sustainable , eco-friendly glazing in their homes ”, adds Ian Chester , Owner of Yorkshire Windows .
EcoMAX is currently exclusively available through Yorkshire Windows , with plans to further increase distribution in the future . For more information , please visit ecomaxglass . co . uk

SQUARING UP TO SECURITY WITH SKYLIGHTS

» SUNSQUARE LTD IS ONE of the latest companies to join Secured by Design ( SBD ), the official police security initiative .
Founded in 2004 , Sunsquare Ltd is a long-established pioneer and innovator in the UK flat roof skylight industry , and renowned for contemporary style and functionality , Sunsquare ’ s skylights offer a stunning , energy efficient glazing solution for residential and commercial properties across the UK and beyond .
As the UK ’ s only BSIaccredited skylight designer and manufacturer , the entire awardwinning Sunsquare product range is certified for air permeability , weather-tightness and wind resistance .
Over the past decade , Sunsquare has been featured countless times on Channel 4 ’ s Grand Designs , also showcasing market-leading
products at the annual Grand Designs Live Show .
As RIBA-approved providers of Continuing Professional Development , Sunsquare also offer regular CPD seminars and in-depth technical guidance for architects , builders , surveyors and specifiers .
Justin Seldis , MD at Sunsquare said : “ We understand the importance of security to roofing products and in particular , to skylights . This accreditation bolsters the company ’ s commitment to security , along with the quality and
professionalism already instilled by the company . We look forward to beginning a strong and lasting partnership with Secured by Design and the Police Crime Prevention Initiatives organisation .”
SBD plays a significant crime prevention role in the planning process to design out crime in a wide range of building sectors . It has achieved some significant success including one million homes built to SBD standards with reductions in crime of up to 87 %.
SBD have many partner organisations , ranging from
the Home Office , Ministry of Housing , Communities & Local Government and the Police Service through to local authorities , housing associations , developers and manufacturers and work closely with standards and certification bodies to ensure that their publicly available standards actually meet the needs of the police and public alike .
Products must be subject to rigorous testing and additionally be fully certificated by an independent , third-party certification body accredited by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service ( UKAS ) before being allowed to carry the SBD logo - this is the only way for companies to obtain police recognition for security-related products in the UK .
www . sunsquare . co . uk
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