DOORS & WINDOWS
Jumping the‘ Q’
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THE UK’ S INDUSTRYleading PVCu systems supplier, The VEKA UK Group, has achieved further professional acclaim for the newly unveiled M70 system.
The VEKA UK Group has completed a major update of its BSI Kitemark accreditation with the inclusion of the new M70 and the system is already helping ensure that fabricators are Document Q-ready.
The Matrix 70 Window System from VEKA led the industry for decades, with its classic good looks and impressive technical performance. Thanks to ongoing investment, the new, even more energy-efficient M70 system has been launched.
Dave Jones, MD of The VEKA UK Group explains:“ Security via Document Q is the most recent legislative challenge that the industry has faced, with many customers approaching us for advice on the various routes to compliance.
“ With the new M70 we wanted to give fabricators flexibility and, to this end, we carried out testing to PAS 24 with a number of suppliers, after researching the most widely used hardware brands. This enables fabricators of the new M70 to follow our pre-tested specification and easily meet the requirements of Document Q and we are already embarking on further partnerships with hardware companies to continually improve our offering.”
Email: mbarsby @ veka. com
502 VISITORS LOGGED IN BUMPER MONTH
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FAST-MOVING FABRICATOR, Warwick North West, is enjoying a rush of new leads and business enquiries after a bumper month for its online bi-fold builder, in which trade customers used it 502 times to design and order their bi-fold doors.
Found on Warwick’ s fully-responsive, mobile-optimised website, the builder offers installers a quick and easy way to input their preferred specification, including size, colour and hardware, before sending to Warwick for a quote.
“ We’ ve been delighted with the success of the bi-fold builder in recent weeks,” commented Warwick director, Greg Johnson.
“ We made it with one purpose in mind – making life easier for installers. With just a few minutes spent on our straightforward application, users can design and customise a product that’ s the perfect match for their latest projects – and, clearly, hundreds of users are making the most of the opportunity!
“ Many of our customers are directing homeowners to the bi-fold builder so they can choose their preferred configuration, or designing a door with them as part of their sales pitch. Consumers are so much more excited about a purchase when they have played an active part in designing it, so the builder is actively helping installers secure more business.”
www. warwicknorthwest. co. uk
THE PERFECT PARTNERSHIP
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WELLINGBOROUGHbased Astraseal has extended its natural light offering by beginning to supply Eurocell’ s hugely successful Skypod range of skylights.
Easily installed and hugely versatile, the innovative range of pitched skylights come in a wide array of sizes and configurations suitable for use on virtually any project, from flat-roofed extensions to new-builds and orangeries. A range of frame and glass colour options let homeowners add a personal touch, while a 10-year guarantee gives them confidence that their purchase will still be functioning to a high standard for years to come.
This latest offering perfectly complements another recent addition to the Astraseal portfolio- Eurocell’ s Aspect bifold. Boasting ultra-slim frames and uninterrupted sightlines, the Aspect was specifically designed to integrate indoor and outdoor spaces with its 90 % clear opening.
As the first and only bi-fold to receive both BBA and Secured by Design PAS24 accreditation, the Aspect also delivers exceptional security, equipped with both concealed bottom rollers and antijemmy pins as well as an innovative D-handle that folds flat when not in use. What’ s more, its patented trim conceals unattractive gasket lines, and thanks to Astraseal’ s in-house spray booth it can be finished in any RAL colour.
www. astraseal. co. uk
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