Clearview National February 2015 - Issue 159 | Page 18

INDUSTRYNEWS Taking the Limelite Aztec’s Limelite orangery details have enabled a Wirral-based conservatory installer to win a big sale. »»Design uPVC has been using the Aztec conservatory roof system for over a decade. Partner, Mark Newton was so impressed with Aztec’s new Limelite system that he included it on at his own home. “Limelite gives the benefits of the orangery look, without the added expense and time issue associated with constructing a flat roof with an aperture covered by a smaller rooflight, “ explained Aztec Conservatory Roof Systems’ managing director Tim Franks. “Limelite has been purposedesigned to be quick and easy to fix inside the roof, adding a creative interior to the finished orangery. From the fabricator’s point of view, it enables them to achieve added value.” explained Tim. ‘achieve added value’ Limelite comprises a lightweight steel ladder framework supplied already cut to size, which is plasterboarded to create the orangery appearance; it can be further enhanced by insertion of spotlights. Originally designed and engineered by conservatory fitters, Limelite addresses the common fabrication and installation issues inherent in other roofs, the core roof system can reduce on-site build time by up to 30%. For more information visit www.aztecsystems.net A Winning Profile »»The Window Company (Contracts) has even more to celebrate than being voted Installer of the Year in the G14 Awards – it has also been awarded a 1,000-frame contract after teaming up with Glazerite Windows Ltd and VEKA. The Chelmsford-based commercial installer was looking to bid for the job, which specified the VEKA system by name, after an earlier supplier contract fell through. Managing Director, David Thornton explained: “We had contacted a number of VEKA suppliers and Glazerite came back with the right price – and the right attitude. Since then, we have partnered with Glazerite and VEKA products on a number of other projects and we are very happy with our working relationship.” The contract, via main contractor Keepmoat Homes and Ipswich Borough Council, was for all 1,000-plus frames in 108 new houses, the biggest housing project the borough had undertaken for half a century. The Window Company (Contracts) has worked with many public authorities and housebuilders throughout the South East since it came into being in 2010. For more information visit Glazerite at www. glazeritewindows.co.uk Marketing specialist outlines future plans »»Purplex, the specialist window industry marketing agency, recently held a staff conference in WestonSuper-Mare, to outline plans for the business and recognise achievements. The event, held at the new ‘Hive’ conference centre, gave all 40 members of the team the opportunity to speak on their current job role and several managers gave presentations on the latest marketing thinking, trends and technology. Managing Director Andrew Scott outlined futu