ALUMINIUM
WANT TO SAVE YOURSELF A SMALL FORTUNE IN HARDWARE COSTS ? READ ON …
» ALUMINIUM FABRICATORS COULD save themselves a small fortune by changing their hardware buying habits and going direct to the manufacturer – this is the view of Michael Hewitt , sales director of Durham based AT Precision .
AT Precision manufacture rollers and hinges for aluminium bi-folding doors , and Michael puts forward a convincing case as to why fabricators should re-think how they currently source components .
“ Most aluminium fabricators buy their bi-fold hardware from either their systems company or a distributor . Buying profile and hardware from the same source is probably quite convenient , and even buying hardware from your distributor may seem more costefficient , but it ’ s by no means the best value for money ,” comments Michael .
“ An aluminium fabricator making 10 bifolds per week could save themselves £ 1,200 per week – or £ 60,000 per year – by sourcing their hardware from AT Precision . We do the math as part of the AT Precision sales pitch , and fabricators are often staggered when they see the savings they could be making .”
A £ 60,000 saving sounds great , but the pessimist would of course assume this means there is a compromise in quality . Not so according to Michael .
“ Our products are manufactured using cast aluminium , which is much better quality than the zinc-based components you find on the market . Our products are at the premium end of the market , but our prices are much lower , which is a real ‘ win win ’ for aluminium fabricators .”
If high quality and low cost isn ’ t enough to convince you to switch over to AT Precision , the company has one more major selling point up its sleeve – speed of service . “ We offer next day delivery as long as you place your order with us by 1pm ,” explains Michael .
“ The window industry supply chain is really creaking at the moment , so we ’ re finding this element of our service is really appreciated by our customers .”
AT Precision bi-folding hardware is compatible with Smart Systems , and they will soon be offering solutions for other aluminium systems in the not too distant future . The company will also be launching a range of gaskets and plastic components later in the year .
www . atprecision . co . uk
Innovative health protection for your profile
» THE GROWTH OF MICROBES SUCH as bacteria and mould can affect the functioning of a product , leading to deterioration , odours and stains . Cleaning will help prevent microbial growth on products , however , between cleaning cycles microbes will once again multiply on surfaces . Alutech antimicrobial BIO-coating works between cleans to protect the profile surface ( e . g . windows / doors ) against microbial growth .
QUALITY CONTROLLED ANTIMICROBIAL TECHNOLOGY
Alutech profile systems and hardware Biocoating not only looks great but also has the performance you ’ d expect from AkzoNobel powder coatings , giving an additional level of protection against microbial growth on the coatings ’ surface , making it easier to keep hygienically clean and helping to prevent odours and stains , with 24-hour protection , 7 days a week .
Alutech profile systems are safe and durable , stylish and constantly evolving . The high quality of our profile powder is certified by
European standards . We offer a wide choice of colour options for aluminium profile systems with AkzoNobel antimicrobial technology . These include standard RAL colours , Alutech brand colours , as well as special colours at the customer ’ s request . An extensive range of textures and special finishes are also available . Our exclusive range of colours and finishes is provided by our own cutting-edge powder coating and anodizing facilities .
ALUTECH AND AKZONOBEL WORKING TOGETHER
As an innovative company , Alutech regularly launches a number of new solutions in order to respond to market trends and improve systems performances , usability and design . We care about the health and wellbeing of our consumers , so we ’ ve teamed up with AkzoNobel to ensure that the powder coating of our profiles performs to the very highest antimicrobial standards .
Steve Hudson , MD at Alutech Systems commented : “ In the current climate , hygiene is at the forefront of everyone ’ s minds , the bio-coating on our profile provides that extra level of protection , and is perfect in spaces with a high volume of traffic , such as schools , shopping centres , hospitals and more .
“ We are pleased to being this partnership with AkzoNobel to market , in addition to our already strong offering with our quality product range .”
Alutech offers complete solutions for architectural and interior projects of any kind , including facade systems , entrances , office and interior partition walls and structural glazed facades .
www . alutechsystems . co . uk
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