INDUSTRY NEWS
INSTALLER AWARDS SHORTLIST ANNOUNCED
» GLAZING COMPONENT specialists , Glazpart has been nominated in two categories for GGP ’ s The Installer Awards 2024 with recognition for the Link Vent 4000 as Best Product Innovation and the Glazpartners initiative being shortlisted for the Best Installer Support Programme . Winners are due to be announced on 14 March 2024 , at the Midland Hotel in Manchester .
Dean Bradley , Sales Director of Glazpart commented : “ The Link Vent 4000 with its smart design and vast colour range has proved to
be an essential addition to our trickle vent range . It has been an even greater success since the changes to Building Regulations Approved Document F ( ventilation ). Glazpartners has also been a great success since it was launched in May 2023 and is gathering real momentum . We now have dozens of installers throughout the UK signed up to the programme which supports and promotes their brands through multi-channel marketing .”
www . glazpart . com
Employees lace up for London Marathon
» TWO EPWIN WINDOW Systems employees will be running this year ’ s London Marathon , which takes place on Sunday 21 April .
Commercial Director Ray McGrady is running on behalf of the British Heart Foundation . Ray says : “ If it was not for the amazing work British Heart Foundation does in developing and supporting medical research , my dad would not be with us today . I ’ m trying , in a small way , to give back by attempting the London Marathon .”
Customer Service Advisor Tony Lloyd will be running on behalf of SpecialEffect . Tony says : “ SpecialEffect assesses a person ’ s needs and adapts technology to harness whatever controlled movement they have , and creates bespoke gaming setups to enable them to play to the best of their abilities . Being included hugely benefits mental wellbeing and quality of life – bringing much needed independence , fun and escapism .”
To donate to Ray ’ s fundraising for the British Heart Foundation , visit https :// 2024tcslondonmarathon . enthuse . com / pf / raymond-mcgrady
To donate to Tony ’ s fundraising for SpecialEffect , visit https :// 2024tcslondonmarathon . enthuse . com / pf / tony-lloyd
‘ Cutting edge customer engagement ’ up for award
» PRODUCTION SOFTWARE Technology ( PST ), a leading developer of computer-aided design ( CAD ) software solutions for the glazing and home improvement industry , has been shortlisted for the prestigious GGP Installer Awards on 14 March .
PST ’ s inclusion in the ‘ Best Technical Innovation ’ category shortlist recognises the transformative potential of vsHome AR , a revolutionary app that empowers installers to connect with customers in a whole new way .
PST Managing Director Neil Travers comments : “ vsHome AR represents our unwavering commitment to providing installers with cutting-edge tools that revolutionise the sales process and enhance customer engagement .”
The app seamlessly integrates with vsHome , PST ’ s advanced sales platform designed specifically for installers , creating a
powerful combination that allows installers to effortlessly share product designs directly onto their customer ’ s phone or tablet .
Customers can then use augmented reality to virtually visualise their potential purchase within the context of their own home , fostering informed decision-making and boosting confidence .
Installers can also use the app to showcase a variety of design options , effortlessly adjust configurations , and present accurate quotations , all within the immersive augmented reality environment .
www . pstonline . co . uk
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