Clearview North September 2013 - Issue 142 | Page 3
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5 Xpress yourself to win an iPad
20 INDUSTRY NEWS » 46 machinery » 48 HARDWARE & SECURITY » 56 CONSERVATORIES » 62 BUSINESS NEWS » 72 INSTALLER SUPPORT
Sidey celebrate the launch of the new Xpress range of foils with a giveaway!
6 50mph sales pitch
The selling power of a striking vehicle livery.
22 Positive economic figures come at ‘pivotal moment’
Recent positive economic news represents a milestone for businesses.
24 Fantasy Football – ‘Are you game?’
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Total Glass invites fans to join in the fun.
The best material for sash windows
Alan Burgess, MD at Masterframe Windows Ltd, explores materials in relation to sash windows and the progress the industry has made towards protecting our heritage assets.
48 Pst… the secret is out
‘It’s not just what you’ve got it’s what you do with it!’
70 Tested to the limit… and beyond
Whiteline ensures products are tested and accredited to the latest standards.
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What a 400kg door can do for you
If you tell your customers you can supply them with a 400 kg timber sliding door, one they will be able slide easily, that’s all very well. But you need to be able to say more than that.
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‘Brilliant’ Customer Service Pledge
Zoom Ready has promised to deal with all customer queries or concerns within one hour. The Customer Service Pledge is Zoom’s ‘Brilliant Idea No. 21’.
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