Clearview North September 2013 - Issue 142 | Page 8
DOORS&WINDOWS
A HIGHER EDUCATION
frameXpress has helped to raise the standards at a high profile school in Kent by providing in excess of 50 windows and doors, which include casement, vertical sliders and fire doors.
turned into a special needs school a number of years ago and required careful attention, so it was essential production worked alongside the school calendar. Planning department approval also was essential to meet the specified criteria to match the building’s existing style. The security and safety benefits, which are standard elements to the frameXpress range, were vital elements to be incorporated into the installation with insulation, safety and soundproofing being the main focus of the project. Ian Davis comments, “This school project was a sensitive one as we had to ensure we could work around a complicated schedule. We pride ourselves on going that extra mile for our customers, providing tailored solutions, fast turnarounds and quality we feel simply cannot be matched.” For more information on the range of products available please call 01952 581100.
Part of a massive transformation project, the school also required a new glazed roof to be fitted onto the gym. The project, which is a listed building in parts, had been
Quick off the mark
East Sussex-based Halo customer Tradesmith will soon become the second company to begin manufacturing the industry-leader’s new FlushSash window. Tradesmith will begin fabricating the casement-effect FlushSash window system as part of its TS Collection, as Managing Director Mark Hutchinson explains: “Our TS FlushSash casement is perfectly suited to the heritage market, where an authentic looking replication of timber windows is required. “The market for this type of window is particularly strong in the South East and on the South coast, owing to the style of properties where we will be promoting the FlushSash and its benefits.” Combining elegant Georgian style with the modern benefits of energy-efficient PVC-U, FlushSash is the latest innovation to come from pioneering Halo, and uses the System10 suite of profiles. FlushSash windows are commonly fitted with traditional monkey tail handles and dummy peg stays to fit in with the heritage style. As with all Halo products, FlushSash offers style, strength and security in equal measure and requires little or no maintenance. Mark concludes: “The FlushSash’s looks may be traditional but the performance is definitely not; Tradesmith is able to offer a WER B rating, with the option of an A+7 also available.” Halo, 01282 716611, www.whshalo.com
EXCLUSIVE BI-FOLD AND PATIO DOOR PORTALS LAUNCHED
Leading trade fabricator Glazerite Windows Limited is further underlining the importance of bi-fold and patio doors with the creation of separate web portals exclusively for each range. The portals, designed in association with Business Micros, enable trade customers to log on and gain access to a range of valuable features including Glazerite’s trade price list and a facility to design a bi-fold or patio door for the customer to see, as well as quotation and finally ordering, all instantly and online. One extra to the design facility is a 3D simulation for bi-folds, to give the homeowner the clearest possible picture of the numerous opening options and how they will work on their chosen design. Both ranges are based on the acclaimed VEKA frame systems, with the option of the original Matrix 70 bevelled or the fullysculptured Matrix FS, plus the choice of the recycled Infinity profile for the bi-folds. Director Jason Thompson said: “Our own reputation is built on strong customer service and now these new bi-fold and patio door portals will p ??YH HY][?[X\??][?? ?\ ? ?X]? ] ]X[] H[? ?\??X?K??'H?\?]?^?\?]]?[??????Z?????T ? L??? ?XY[?K ?\?] ????X\??Y]?]Z???B??