Aluminium
Experienced fabricator adds system to support a changed market
» EXPERIENCED ALUMINium fabricator Direct Trade ( Yorkshire ) Ltd has recently added Stellar from Epwin Window Systems to its portfolio . Established in 1998 , Direct Trade ( Yorkshire ) is one of the UK ’ s leading trade fabricators with an impressive track record of helping window installers succeed in today ’ s competitive market .
Mark Powell , Sales Director at Direct Trade ( Yorkshire ) explains : “ The market has changed and installers are expecting more innovation from their products to sell into the consumer . Epwin Window Systems has been synonymous with delivering cutting-edge PVC-U systems and that design innovation is evident in Stellar .
“ Stellar is technically ground-breaking and it ’ s the first aluminium system that fits like PVC-U , which will be a great bonus for our installing customers . Adding Stellar into our portfolio represents a massive opportunity for our customers and we are already looking at introducing more Stellar products later this year .”
The new Stellar Slimline Aluminium Bifold Door is 20 % slimmer than the original Stellar Bifold and delivers superior slim sightlines at every level . At just 117mm wide , the slim meeting stiles create an attractive sightline in the closed position for maximum customer appeal . By design , both the Stellar Slim Bifold door and Lift & Slide patio door meet the new changes to Part L of the Building Regulations with 28mm glazing .
The new Stellar Slimline Bifold also benefits from tailed glazing gaskets and an underglass seal which breaks up the cavities behind and under the glass to enhance the thermal performance . And installation is further improved due to the unique patent-pending adjustable locking stile , so the clearance between the lock and keep can be adjusted to take up cutting tolerances , eliminating the need for adjustable door jambs .
The Stellar Lift & Slide patio door is similarly impressive and delivers incredibly slim sightlines making the most of the glass area . The system ’ s strength allows sash widths up to three metres wide via a range of interlock sizes , as slim as 50mm , to achieve the best combination of aesthetics and size capability .
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HELPING CUSTOMERS COMPLY WITH THE NEW BUILDING REGULATIONS STANDARDS
» SPECIALIST ALUMINium fabricator Fentrade is ensuring its customers comply with the latest changes to Part L of the Building Regulations in England by manufacturing the Optio 58BW Casement HI and BSF70 HI Bi-fold Door systems from Aluk . Chris Reeks , Director at Fentrade , explains : “ June saw the latest changes to the Building Regulations come into force ; and as a response to the tougher U-Values required within Part L , we began manufacturing the two updated Aluk systems which have been enhanced for improved thermal performance alongside our existing range of products .”
The Optio 58BW Casement HI window offers a powerful combination of performance , versatility and security and achieves a U-Value of 1.4W / m ² K with standard double glazing and 1.2W / m ² K with triple glazing . Similarly , the BSF70 HI Bi-fold Door achieves a u-value of 1.4W / m ² K with standard double glazing and 1.1W / m ² K with triple glazing . Chris said : “ The newly improved systems comply with the latest standards and offer the same highly engineered innovations that make the products popular with our customers .”
Manufactured to the highest UK standards by Fentrade , the Optio 58BW Casement HI window is a design classic with its clean lines and advanced functionality . Available with a range of customisable choices including square , bevelled or Flush Casement options , the aluminium windows are available in a wide range of single , dual and anodised colour finishes to suit all applications .
The thermally-broken BSF70 HI Bi-fold Door offers product versatility with its multiple opening configurations . With a choice of handle and colour styles and adjustable rollers for ease of installation , the frames can be supplied ‘ flat pack ’ for tight access locations if needed .
All products are produced at Fentrade ’ s recently expanded manufacturing centre in Newport , Gwent . Chris said : “ The latest legislation updates form part of the Government ’ s Future Homes Standard as part of their progress towards their target to deliver zero-carbon ready homes by 2025 . As a responsible manufacturer , we pride ourselves on ensuring all our products meet current legislation by partnering with strong industry suppliers to deliver the product solutions needed .”
www . fentradealuminium . co . uk
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