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10 | JULY 2024
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FABRICATOR EXTENDS PARTNERSHIP WITH LEADING PVCU SUPPLIER
VEKA plc , a leading UK PVCu supplier , is delighted to announce that one of its longest-standing customers has signed an extended five-year Long Term Service Agreement ( LTSA ).
The landmark agreement with Martindale Trade Frames , marks a new chapter in a 20-year relationship between the two businesses , as commitment is extended beyond the traditional three-year terms .
Tony Crowther , Director at Martindale Trade Frames , said : “ Our partnership with VEKA has been immensely valuable over the years . This five-year commitment will continue to propel our business forward , ensuring stability and growth .”
Martindale Trade Frames has positioned itself as a premier ‘ one-stop-shop ’ for installers , making substantial investments in its glass machinery . A new auto-loading cutting line and glass cutting table have revolutionised production processes , creating a fully automated line capable of producing triple-glazed units . The new laminated cutting table will also support sustainability and ensure compliance with future regulation changes , with increased cutting precision reducing waste .
Looking ahead , the business has plans in place to invest in its PVC shop , with planning permission approved for an extension to accommodate new lines , further enhancing its production capabilities . Martindale Trade Frames is also dedicated to future-proofing activity to ensure compliance with all new appropriate regulations - with VEKA playing a key role in such plans .
Amy Steven , Divisional Sales Director at VEKA plc , said , “ We are thrilled to extend our partnership with Martindale Trade Frames through this new five-year LTSA .
Their commitment to innovation and growth aligns perfectly with our vision at VEKA , and we look forward to continuing to support their success .” Earlier this year , VEKA hosted a highly successful Partner Event , further strengthening their relationship with fabricators such as Martindale Trade Frames .
During the collaboration event , VEKA shared exclusive details of its strategic direction and latest range of products and services with fabricators from across the UK to enhance partnerships and drive growth across the sector .
www . veka . co . uk
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Eurocell Sets Benchmark For Recycled PVC-U In Extrusion
Eurocell , which operates the largest PVC-U recycling operation in the UK , achieved 32 per cent recycled PVC-U in extrusion in 2023 , up from 27 per cent in 2021 . Eurocell ’ s dedication to sustainability is demonstrated through its innovative manufacturing processes , where its profiles division blends raw PVC resin with recycled materials sourced from the company ’ s cutting-edge recycling plants located in Selby , North Yorkshire , and Ilkeston , Derbyshire .
In 2023 alone , Eurocell ’ s recycling operations saved
the equivalent of approximately 3 million window frames from landfill . The business operates a closedloop recycling system to ensure that waste PVC-U can be reused , significantly reducing environmental impact .
Looking ahead , Eurocell has set an ambitious target to increase the proportion of recycled PVC-U in its products to 40 % by 2030 ; and they are actively working with third-party sites to optimise material recovery and reduce waste , aiming to increase the percentage of waste recycled to 88 % by 2025 and to 93 % by 2030 .
www . eurocell . co . uk
LATEST AWARD SHOWS INNOVATION IS ‘ CORE ETHOS ’
This year ’ s Guild of Architectural Ironmongery Member ’ s Day proved successful for UAP as the team took home the coveted Company Innovation trophy at the event ’ s Community Awards .
The accolade is reserved for companies that can demonstrate innovation through improvement in processes , which will in turn improve the company , its customers or the wider society . Speaking of UAP ’ s validation of this , the award judges said the hardware manufacturer was a “ great entry that demonstrates innovation being a core ethos for the company ; certainly on a major growth drive and putting it in the infrastructure , products and real estate to deliver it .”
UAP National Sales Director , Barry Halpin who collected the award said :
” It ’ s great to be recognised for our innovations as a business . I ’ m so proud of everyone at UAP , and another amazing achievement and recognition for the hard work the whole team put in .”
www . uapcorporate . com