Clearview National February 2015 - Issue 159 | Page 10

INDUSTRYNEWS Investment and Growth set to continue in 2015 »»Phoenix Doors, part of the MASCO UK Window Group Ltd, has reported record-breaking sales of its GRP composite doors and PVCu door panels in the final quarter of 2014, with sales in October the highest recorded in the firm’s 21-year history. The Cambridgeshire-based manufacturer regularly produces more than 600 composite doors per week with door panel production averaging around 1,350 per week. Demand for panels continues to hold steady, according to Haydon Statham, Sales Director of Phoenix Doors. He comments: “October 2014 broke all records with the biggest-ever sales figures for one month in the company’s history. Our employees in both composite and panel production deserve the utmost praise for their hard work in helping to make this happen.” He points out that recent investment by the Group in the form of new plant and equipment has also contributed to the success, with further expenditure planned throughout 2015 – including a new paint line. Contact Phoenix Doors on 01487 740469, email info@ phoenixdoorpanels. co.uk or visit the website at www. phoenixdoorpanels. co.uk. Customer marketing package will help grow GRP door sales accompanied by a new 64 page full colour brochure and a dedicated Endurance Solid & Secure website to help support its growth. Unique features »»Rocal, manufacturer of solid core composite doors is predicting a growth in sales of its Endurance Solid and Secure range during 2015. Rocal, now in its 22nd year of business has also launched an eye-catching new brand, The Endurance Solid and Secure door has several unique features; a 48mm solid core of resin bonded laminated veneer lumber, combined with a 72mm fully reinforced PVCu frame, providing excellent strength and stability. The range has been successfully tested to PAS23/24 and is approved by Secured by Design. There doors come in a choice of 21 styles, 14 colours, 10 glass styles and a variety of locking options. Commercial Manager, Correne Bratley, advised: “We are very excited about the prospects for Endurance Solid & Secure, expecting an increase in orders as we attract new customers. We have the flexibility to cope easily with an upturn in demand, as the doors are made in the UK.” For further information visit, www.endurancedoors.co.uk Innovative Products presented at BAU 2015 »»Profine Group ranks among the world’s leading providers of PVCu window systems and the group will be attending BAU 2015, Stand 309 in Hall C4, held in Munich Trade Centre from 19th-24th January. The group will be presenting a wide range of innovative product solutions and comprehensive services, and in addition to the new System 76 product for the core panEuropean sector, the latest PremiDoor 88 lux lift and sliding door system and the innovative proCoverTec surface finishing technology will also be on display. Profine Group will be presenting their flagship System 76 in both double and 10 » F EB 2015 » CL EARVI E W- UK . C O M centre seal versions, including several selected upgrade technologies including the self regulating ventilation system ClimaTec 76, proEnergyTec pre-foamed profiles for Passivhaus and the AddOn aluminium compound sash. In addition, products with a more diverse application will be showcased from the Semifinished Products Business Unit, including sheets, shutter systems, building and industrial profiles and construction elements. For further information, call 01543 444900, e-mail [email protected], log on to www.k