BACK TO THE BUSINESS OF
STEEL WINDOWS AND DOORS
Darren Lloyd, President of the
Steel Window Association
Now that the architectural and
building world is moving once
more, we are pleased to see
all Steel Window Association
manufacturing members and
associate organisations fully
up and running. Sites are open
again and homeowners’ plans
are coming to fruition.
The challenges endure, of
course, and, if ever there was a
time when the membership of a
leading professional association
is invaluable, it’s now. Throughout
the past few months, SWA has
been the source of independent,
comprehensive advice when
members were busy trying to
optimise and amend operations.
There are always good reasons
why a manufacturer or associate
should become a member of
The Steel Window Association
(SWA). As well as having access to
the latest product developments
within the industry, members
also receive information from
organisations such as The Glass
& Glazing Federation (GGF)
and the Construction Products
Association (CPA). The GGF
issues daily updates giving
members guidance within
the housing, construction and
building maintenance industries
– including the job retention
scheme, small business grants,
deferred VAT payments and
business rates holidays. The
SWA receives these updates and
immediately forwards them to
members.
For enquiries about membership of the Steel Window
Association, please visit www.steel-window-association.co.uk or
email [email protected].
PLUMSTEAD LIBRARY’S
NEXT CHAPTER WITH
A STORY OF STEEL
Plumstead Library, originally
constructed in 1903 and
located in the Royal Borough
of Greenwich, has recently
undergone a dramatic
renovation project. Having
previously been under-used,
the building is now a fully
fit for purpose 21st century
public library. This impressive
transformation involved the
creation of a community centre,
a sport and gym centre and, of
course, the restoration of the
libraries for adults and children.
A significant part
of the project
was the full
refurbishment of
all 33 windows
which included
an impressive 124
individual window
frames.
For this important and large
job, Steel Window Association
member ASWS were entrusted
with the completion. The library
is a Grade II-listed building
and so the work required
careful consideration, planning
and unparalleled expertise.
Modernisation has been carried
out in a way that bridges the
gap between old and new,
preserving traditional charm
and increasing functionality at
the same time.
For further information on the Steel Window Association, please
visit www.steel-window-association.co.uk or call 020 3475 8049
DOORS, WINDOWS & FITTINGS
Photo credit: John Knight Glass
and David Godfrey Photography
AUTHENTIC CRITTALL –
THE REAL STEEL DEAL
It’s almost 200 years ago when property through renovation,
Crittall pioneered the original, new or self-build projects.
iconic steel window frames.
Innovative development
Modified over the years to meet
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the company’s products are kitchens, living areas, home
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www.crittall-windows.co.uk
t: 01376 530800 | e: [email protected]
Our STANZA range is
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For further information on this
range visit our website or call
one of our friendly sales team.
UTILITY BY DESIGN
A range of designer zinc
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T : +44 (0) 1228 672 900
E : [email protected]
W : www.zoohardware.co.uk
STANZA is part of Zoo Hardware Ltd.
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