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Less than twelve months after entering aluminium fabrication with Stellar Aluminium, Fabframes has expanded its operation with the opening of a dedicated aluminium manufacturing facility as demand continues to grow.
The Devon-based fabricator initially added Stellar Aluminium to its portfolio in August 2025, attracted by the system’ s combination of premium aesthetics, fabrication efficiency and installer-friendly design. Since then, the business has gone from strength to strength, with continued customer demand driving the investment and expansion.
Mike Taylor, Managing Director at Fabframes, said:“ When we first invested in Stellar Aluminium, we were confident it would be a strong addition to our business. What we’ ve experienced over the last 12 months has exceeded our expectations. Demand has continued to grow, our customer base has expanded and we quickly reached the point where a dedicated aluminium manufacturing facility was the natural next step.” A key factor behind the company’ s success has been the response from installers.
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Mike said:“ The feedback we receive from customers is consistently positive. One of the biggest benefits they highlight is how easy Stellar products are to install. The pre-gasketed knock-in beads save valuable time on site and make installations quicker and more efficient. In today’ s market, anything that helps installers save time while maintaining quality is a major advantage.” As demand has increased, Fabframes has also expanded its Stellar offering and now manufactures the complete portfolio, |
including casement windows, flush windows, residential doors, heritage windows, bifold doors, inline sliding doors and liftand-slide doors.
Mike added:“ Being able to offer the full Stellar range means our customers can source all their aluminium requirements from one trusted supplier. The consistency of the system, the quality of the products and the support from the Stellar team have all contributed to our growth.”
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Jon Foulds, Key Account Manager at Stellar Aluminium, said:“ Fabframes’ progress over the past 12 months has been exceptional. They recognised the potential of Stellar early and have invested to maximise the opportunity. Their decision to open a dedicated aluminium manufacturing facility demonstrates the confidence they have in the system and reflects the growing demand for premium aluminium products in the market.”
He continued:“ The installer feedback they are receiving mirrors what we’ re hearing across the country. Stellar was designed to save time at every stage, from fabrication through to installation, and features such as the pre-gasketed knock-in beads have proved particularly valuable for installers looking to improve efficiency on site.”
With its dedicated aluminium facility now operational and the full Stellar Aluminium range in production, Fabframes is well positioned to continue its growth trajectory while supporting installers across the South West with a complete aluminium window and door solution.
www. stellaraluminium. co. uk
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