Clearview 274 - September 2024 | Page 42

Doors & Windows

Continued demand for internal glazing systems

» FENTRADE ALUMINIUM has reported strong demand for its ID30 range of internal glazing systems , particularly its soft-close inline slider , which has quickly become a favourite among customers who value style and functionality . Chris Reeks , Managing Director of Fentrade , commented : “ The architectural appeal of the ID30 Door and Screening system , especially in its sleek black finish , has resonated well with our customers . The softclose inline slider , combined with the system ’ s customisable features , including a wide range of colour options , has further enhanced its appeal .”
The versatile ID30 offers solutions to meet varying project needs , including a choice of single , double and soft-close sliding inline doors .
Recognising the growing desire to maximise space and enhance room design , Fentrade has extended its ID30 offering with an internal bifold door option . Chris said : “ This new bifold door addition is perfect for creating spacious room dividers and is especially effective for connecting living spaces within
conservatories , offering both practicality and aesthetic appeal .”
As a business with its finger on the pulse , Fentrade has also responded to market demand for an even more authentic steel-like appearance by enhancing the ID30 ’ s design options . Chris said : “ While astragal bars have been a popular choice for achieving a minimalist look , we have introduced a new transom bar option which allows customers to create a more industrial , steel-effect aesthetic that is becoming more popular in modern design .”
The ID30 Internal Door and Screening System can divide or delineate residential and commercial spaces and is especially effective in office environments . Chris commented : “ We
have worked on various office projects where the system is being used to divide spaces and create breakout rooms . The product ’ s flexibility can be adapted to different design requirements , whether creating private meeting areas , openplan workspaces , or stylish office partitions .”
The internal aluminium system is single-glazed and available with toughened or laminated glass , ensuring both safety and durability . Obscure glass can also be incorporated into the system , creating private areas within living spaces . This adaptability broadens the scope of consumer applications , making it suitable for areas such as shower spaces or bathrooms .
www . fentradealuminium . co . uk

23 % OF INSTALLATION COMPANIES ‘ PRICE ON THE NIGHT ’

» FROM CONVERSATIONS with over 570 installers software pioneers , Tommy Trinder , estimate that around 23 % of businesses deliver a ‘ price on the night ’ to homeowners .
“ Over 50 % of all installers we ’ ve spoken to tell us they send off to suppliers for a price on every job ,” explains Tommy founder and CEO Chris Brunsdon . “ Whilst around 25 % of businesses use various bits of manufacturing style software that enable them to get prices from their fabricators . The remainder have developed selling prices for their product range and price on the spot during the initial sales consultation .”
Meeting the needs of installer ’ s diverse ways of pricing has been a cornerstone in the development of the Tommy Trinder app :
“ We ’ ve invested a big chunk of our product development in making sure we can make pricing easier for installers – however they choose to sell ,” says Chris .
Installers can send pricing requests to multiple suppliers directly from the Tommy Trinder platform in a click which saves re-drawing everything multiple times . Or , with Tommy ’ s pricing module , installers that want to sell on the night can pre-populate the app with price matrices for any PVCu , aluminium or timber product . Another popular choice amongst installers is to have Tommy pre-populate the app with industry selling averages . Chris explains :
“ Many installers want the efficiency of being able to price live , but dread the hassle of set up . Our ready-priced options come loaded with ‘ going rates ’ for a whole bunch of products , based on an analysis of thousands of price points . It ’ s easy for installers to tune prices up and down to get the margin spot on . It ’ s a no brainer for firms that want to hit the ground running .”
www . tommytrinder . com
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