DECEMBER 2022 | 7
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MERCURY RISING
Specialist fabricator Mercury Glazing has reported a year-on-year growth of 18 % with the company achieving its highest ever monthly sales figure in September . Steve Cross , Mercury ’ s Director says the company ’ s ongoing success is down to three clear factors .
The first is its strong portfolio of specialist products across PVC-U and aluminium . The company is a leading fabricator of the market-leading Spectus PVC-U Vertical Slider System and they also manufacture a range of aluminium products from Cortizo and Smart aluminium systems . Steve comments : “ We have a 20-year track record for manufacturing high-end specialist products . They
Endurance ’ s 3mm Bowing Guarantee , Two Years On …
In September 2020 , Endurance Doors made a product commitment , offering a 3mm bowing guarantee for its range of premium solid timber core composite doors which still stands today .
With clever engineering enhancements including their own Moisture Barrier System to the foot of each door , a wet seal glazing process and the use of proven CoolSkin PVCu door skins , it ’ s a unique door construction that ’ s designed to perform long-term . As Installer Partners from the Endurance Network will testify , the Endurance door stands for outstanding product quality
are typically installed in the high value commercial and residential projects that are less affected by economic turbulence . And history shows that ‘ heritage ’ and high-end products tend to
and performance .
After an unprecedented hot year where several weather records have been broken , product liabilities from failed composites have again plagued installation companies across the UK . But it ’ s not only product performance that has hampered these businesses , but a lack of customer care in some quarters has meant product failures have remained unresolved for many months .
be protected during economic downturns .”
The second is the strict manufacturing protocols the company has in place . Steve says : “ High end products mean you need
In stark contrast , Endurance Doors no longer send out technical personnel to assess a bowing door , rather they simply have faith in the installers evidence , helping to speed up the resolution process considerably . It ’ s also a clear reflection of the complete confidence in each Endurance door from within the business , but also from an Installer Partner ’ s perspective too . to be laser-focused when it comes to product quality . There ’ s no room to cut corners and we never forget this . When you buy from Mercury you ’ re buying the reassurance of attention to detail you can rely on .”
Lastly , it ’ s investment in plant and people . The company is committed to continuous investment to ensure it has state-of-theart manufacturing processes . Steve comments : “ Technology is advancing the whole time and we keep our finger on the pulse to ensure we are using the best machines that deliver the best in quality . When you add in the expertise and experience of our staff , it ’ s a winning proposition .”
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Stephen Nadin , Managing Director of Endurance Doors commented : “ Poor composite door performance continues to plague the industry . Thankfully these issues are particularly rare for us , given the enhanced specification of our timber composite doors , hence our new no quibble replacement policy .”
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FIRE DOOR SAFETY INFOGRAPHIC PROMOTES COMPLIANCE
As part of Fire Door Safety Week 2022 , Abloy UK has highlighted alarming statistics in an infographic , showing an increase in the number of fires and fatalities and a significant number of failed fire door inspections .
Pat Jefferies , Commercial Director at Abloy UK , said : “ After a steady decline in previous years , the latest fire statistics showed an increase in fires in the UK , with 152,608 fires attended to in the year ending March 2022 - a one per cent increase compared with the previous year .
“ Of these , 63,482 were primary fires - which are generally more serious and harm people or cause damage to property - a three per cent increase compared with the previous year .
“ Sadly , fatalities increased by almost 15 %, with 272 fire-related deaths compared with 237 in the previous year . These included 99 during the final three months of 2021 , which was the highest quarterly figure recorded since spring 2017 , and prior to that the largest since winter 2008 .
“ When it comes to access control in public and commercial buildings , there is no greater responsibility than specifying the correct locking solution on emergency escape and fire doors .
“ Our infographic features some worrying figures , and here at Abloy we champion the crucial role of fire door standards . We truly believe education of life safety standards is vital for any business involved with
access control specification , and with this in mind we offer a number of free courses at our Academy .”
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