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ALL WEATHER PROTECTION AT FIT SHOW 2022 |
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» CRL WILL BE BOUND for Birmingham from 10-12 May , for FIT Show 2022 . On Stand A51 at the NEC , CRL will be presenting its Glass Rooms , an easy to install solution that enables homeowners to make the most of their outdoor space .
Simple to construct CRL Glass Rooms feature an intelligent modular design , with an aluminium structure that requires very few
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supports over large areas . The innovative connectors give a high degree of flexibility with many variations possible , while optional extras including |
sliding doors , vertical blinds and roof blinds makes it simple to create a unique space that can be enjoyed throughout the seasons . |
The system ’ s modular design enables the Glass Room to be configured to suit any space , from simple rectangles to more complex L shape designs . The drainage is cleverly integrated into the post , with rainwater channelled through the gutter into the drainpipe . The front profile of the post can be easily removed using a clip system to allow easy access to the drain .
www . crlaurence . co . uk
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IGU MANUFACTURERS TURN TO AUTOMATION AS SKILLS CRISIS BITES
» INTEREST IN AUTOMATION among British IGU manufacturers is higher than ever according to world-leading spacer bar specialists Edgetech , a Quanex company . Over the last two years , British fenestration has experienced incredible success despite the pandemic .
However , during the last six months in particular , it ’ s also begun to face huge challenges , most notably when it comes to materials and skills .
Managing Director Chris Alderson explains : “ A third of British workers are over 50 years old , it ’ s thought as many as 1.3 million EU workers have left the country since Brexit . Switching to a high-speed automated Super Spacer ® line can yield savings of up to £ 180,000 , and increase output by 18 %, all while requiring less than half the number of operators .
“ Given the pressures every manufacturing business faces when it comes to skills , and that will only increase in the months and years ahead , I think it ’ s inevitable that automation will become a much bigger part not just of our industry , but virtually every sector of the economy .”
www . edgetechig . co . uk
‘ We have lift off ’
» OAKLAND GLASS HAS INVESTED IN new Bohle Vacuum Lifter as the average size of units has dramatically increased due to demand in bi-fold doors .
Managing Director Amanda Falsey says : “ It isn ’ t news to say that the bi-fold door market has rocketed in the past few years and with home improvements soaring even before the pandemic and new work-from-home culture , the average size of glass unit has been on the up .
“ Glass is a precious commodity and we have been working hard to ensure internal waste is reduced , which means that the handling of glass in-house and during transportation is of paramount importance .
“ Even more important is our ongoing commitment to improving our Health and Safety practices . Larger glass units are very heavy and can be difficult to manoeuvre . We decided in invest in a Bohle Vacuum lift , which attaches to our existing overhead crane .
“ Overall , the investment is a tri-fold success , it makes handling glass easier which is better for the team on the shop floor , it improves internal practices which is better for our customers , and in turn positively impacts their own customer service .”
www . oaklandglass . co . uk
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