4 | MAY 2022
News
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Systems ready for new Part L requirements for Epwin Window Systems
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Changes to Part L of Building Regulations coming into force on 15 June 2022 mean big changes for the thermal efficiency requirements of buildings . But Epwin Window Systems is already ahead of the curve to help its customers achieve the lower U-Value targets as its multiple systems already meet or exceed the new requirements .
All Epwin Window Systems products across all
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its ranges already comply with the new regulations . The ranges include the Stellar Window & Door Aluminium System , Optima Window & Door System , Spectus Window & Door System , PatioMaster Sliding Door System , Flush Casement Window System , Flush Tilt & Turn Window System , Vertical Sliding Sash Window System and the Fully Reversible Window PVC-U System .
The systems company is also supporting its customers
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by helping them get up to speed with the changes . It has produced a useful guide to the new regulations which is available to all customers on its Connect digital portal . It will also be running a live stream event on Connect where fabricators and installers can get immediate answers to all their questions about the new regulations from Epwin Window Systems ’ technical experts .
Epwin Window Systems is the UK ’ s largest manufacturer
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and supplier of award-winning PVC-U and aluminium window and door systems . It retains its status at the forefront of the industry because it leads the way in cutting-edge products and proactive support . It ’ s something that ’ s perfectly demonstrated in its response to the Part L changes .
epwinwindowsystems . co . uk
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TEN-YEAR MILESTONE SEES SUPALITE LOOK TO THE FUTURE
Preston-based roof specialist SupaLite is celebrating its 10-year anniversary this year , marking an important milestone for the company .
Originally launched in the retrofit and new conservatory market in 2012 , the renowned SupaLite Tiled Roof System has evolved over the years into a well-crafted design which features lightweight aluminium frames , humidity-proof insulation and custom tiles .
Tens of thousands of the SupaLite system have been sold in the last 10 years , providing installers from all across the UK with a lightweight , easy to install and desirable solid roof solution for homeowners nationwide .
David Watters , Group Chairman at SupaLite comments :
“ As a team , we ’ re always looking at our offering to see what we can do to ensure the SupaLite roof constantly evolves so it ’ s better , faster and easier to fabricate and install . And , that ’ s why we ’ re still going strong ten years later .
“ We ’ re continuing to make investments in a number of areas to really help us drive to new heights in the future . Not only are we working on the next generation SupaLite Roof System , but we ’ re also developing a new innovative trade and retail app . I can ’ t wait to see what the next decade has in store .”
Trusted by fabricators and installers across the UK , SupaLite Tiled Roof Systems are fully accredited by JHAI for Building Regulations approval and offer a cost-effective solution that converts traditional conservatories into useable living spaces all-year-round .
www . supaliteroof . co . uk
SHELFORCE MANAGER GOES BACK TO SIXTH FORM
The Business Manager of a Birmingham window and door manufacturer provided local sixth form students with a snapshot of the glazing industry .
Howard Trotter of Shelforce was invited to give a half-hour inspirational talk to students at Highclare School in Erdington about Shelforce ’ s journey and the industry .
Highclare students welcomed a number of inspirational speakers from all walks of life to deliver talks over enrichment fortnight and there is no story more inspirational than Shelforce .
The company , which specialises in providing high-quality PVCu and aluminium products to local authority building projects including Birmingham City Council , employs some of the city ’ s most vulnerable people with 75 % of its workforce disabled .
The pupils learned about Shelforce ’ s rich history , which stretches all the way back to 1839 , it ’ s inclusivity in the workplace , and how the company has turned its fortunes around in the last 10 years .
Howard said : “ I was honoured to be asked to speak to sixth form students at Highclare School , particularly as we are a proud Erdington company , as these young people are the future .
“ At Shelforce we have always encouraged young people and provided regular work experience placements for students from nearby schools and with a skills shortage challenge in our industry , it was a fantastic opportunity to tell them about what we do .”
Other talks during enrichment fortnight included financial support talks from Aston University , how to cope at university , work ethics , and medical careers .
www . shelforce . com