ALUMINIUM Extra
2025 So Far: Innovation, Quality, and Partnership
Ben Brocklesby, Director at Origin, the UK’ s leading manufacturer of aluminium doors and windows, reflects on the brand’ s first half of the year.
LAUNCHING INDUSTRY-LEADING PRODUCTS
The OB-36 + Our first launch was the External Door( OB-36 +). This sleek bi-fold, French and single door system epitomises the pinnacle of luxury and style by merging cutting-edge design and ultra-slim sightlines with unparalleled functionality and performance. Available with a Soho look featuring sought-after steel-style bars, the true divides can be customised to create both a heritage and industrial / minimalist look, or with a Contemporary look which prioritises large glazed panels.
The OW-70 Our second launch was the Soho Window( OW-70). Available in casement, fixed frame and bay configurations, the OW-70 delivers an authentic industrial look with its slim sightlines, square beading and true glazing divides. The window is meticulously crafted to combine the highly popular steel-style aesthetic with superior thermal performance, which surpasses the performance of traditional steel windows as well as building regulation requirements.
The OS-29 +
Our most recent launch was the new OS-29 +, the most thermally efficient aluminium sliding door on the market. It has U-Values as low as 0.78 W / m 2 K, so it can achieve the same thermal rating as our OB-36 + Bi-fold, French and Single Door system. This enables Trade Partners to capitalise on the growing demand for high-performance statement glazing whilst specifying a product that exceeds building regulations to ensure energy efficiency and help reduce utility bills. Engineered from the highest-grade aluminium, the OS-29 + boasts ultra-slim sightlines of just 29mm, optional flush stacking and concealed tracks for a sleek finish.
A Testament of Quality We were also proud to announce this year that Origin had achieved the Qualicoat status for our in-house powder coating facility. This is a significant milestone, and one we are incredibly proud of.
The Qualicoat accreditation is a globally recognised quality standard for powder coating aluminium. The accreditation was created to ensure that the powder coatings used in the construction industry meet the highest standards of quality, durability, and environmental sustainability. To be certified, our in-house powder coating facility was subject to rigorous independent audits and over 1,000 hours of corrosion resistance testing.
Not only did we achieve Qualicoat, but we did so in record time – becoming the quickest ever company to be certified – because of the processes we put in place from the outset. Our ambition was to set up a facility that would powder coat to the very highest quality, and in doing so, we were able to exceed Qualicoat’ s standards faster than anyone else.
Supporting Partners
Whilst our R & D team were working behind the scenes meticulously crafting new products, our Sales and Marketing teams were cooking up new ways to further support our Partners.
First came the unveiling of our brand-new concept showroom. Designed to provide Origin Partners with a unique space to sell to their clients, the showroom displays our whole suite of products within beautifully curated, real-world settings to bring the systems to life.
This was a game changer for our Partners. By allowing customers to see, touch, and experience Origin products in realistic home settings, Partners can offer a more compelling and confidence-inspiring sales experience. Being able to see our products in situ as a whole-house solution helps reinforce the quality and craftsmanship that sets Origin apart.
The showroom features room set designs and an array of property types, with every detail carefully selected to create an inspiring and immersive atmosphere – even down to the specifically curated candles that enhance the overall experience.
We also held our very first Partner Day this year, followed by two more in response to intense demand. This was a fantastic opportunity for me and the Origin team to host a large group of installers at our site in Bicester for a tour of our new Showroom and in-house powder-coating facility, along with a variety of workshops throughout the day. These covered a range of topics, from levelling up your marketing efforts to how to best sell and represent Origin in showrooms. Such is their success, Partner Days are now a regular part of our offering – so Partners can feel the Origin difference and unrivalled supported.
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