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The security aspect remains at the forefront of any Made For Trade product , and with enhanced protection as standard with Korniche , it is designed into products from day one . The doors and their durable frames come rigorously tested to keep homes protected – they are certified to the advanced PAS24:2016 standard , whilst the unique patented clip-in internal glazing bead is the standard by which all other systems are judged .
Of course , any benefits are soon lost if quality and consistency are not ensured for every item ; from order through to installation . This quality includes the fit , finish and longevity of the product , and this is secured through the principles and practice of quality assurance and control for both the product and service .
Made For Trade recently gained the enviable ISO9001 certification - based on continually improving and optimising all stages of how the company operates ; allowing the company to remain at the forefront of manufacturing and efficiency in the fenestration industry . These are just some of the reasons that Made for Trade was voted by industry peers as the NFA ’ s Aluminium Fabricator of the Year .
Impeccable Service
Having satisfied customers around the UK and expanding – becoming one of Ward Hadaways ‘ Fastest 50 ’ companies in the North East in 2021 – the multi-award-winning Made for Trade prides itself on the phone and email support and service provided to its customers . Come and meet the team at FIT 2023 , and discover the values of this family enterprise first-hand .
You ’ ll also have the chance to explore MFT ’ s class-leading website featuring CGI imagery alongside more traditional routes
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of product demonstration , allowing trade customers keen to get up close and personal with the award-winning products before committing to orders , or looking to expand their product or supplier portfolio .
Whilst visitors to the popular NEC exhibition will be able to get hands on with the Korniche product line , customers also have access to a contemporary showroom area at the firm ’ s Wynyard base where bi-folding doors are on display , and the area is complete with a Demonstration Build using a standard sized lantern . Prospective installers are invited to see for themselves just how quick and easy lantern construction and glazing is with the Korniche system using only basic tools .
Value and Extras
Each year , Made for Trade has continued to invest heavily in their customers and trade partners ; offering all the resources needed to allow them to maximise sales and profit . The MFT team take care of nationwide promotion and ensure all the possible tools are to hand , meaning that customers can get on with the next step of project supply or fit .
The company ’ s ‘ Brand Toolkit ’ offers a one-stop resource for customers to find everything quickly in an online directory that adds value and helps develop sales . To assist with the creation of websites or social media use , promotional video content is available alongside trade brochures , literature and professional images showcasing Made For Trade ’ s highly regarded engineering-led approach to fenestration design .
The Brand Toolkit is supplemented by the Geo-Tool feature on the Korniche website , which actively points consumers towards a registered MFT partner
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to complete the transaction . Homeowners and project managers can find their nearest suppliers and installers with just a couple of clicks - a game-changing feature that is free for registered trade customers .
New for 2023 , customers can specify a stylish modern Uni- Blind system in their Korniche Bi-Folding Doors ; offering an integrated and energy-efficient light control solution that requires no installation or setup .
This finishing touch is rapidly gaining in popularity thanks to being maintenance-free and energy-efficient . The Screenline-based blinds use an SL20SV Sliding Control and are now available as an option on MFT ’ s online quotation request forms . These venetian systems are installed ready to use , whilst new and improved gaskets alongside the renowned Korniche ‘ SpeedBead ’ ensure the blinds are truly a ‘ FIT , Glaze and GO ’ system .
Installer Benefits
Ultimately the aim is to ensure installation is as straightforward as possible , saving the fitter time and therefore saving money for the consumer , and maximising profit for the trade partner .
The industry-leading Korniche lantern stands by its impressive
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ability to be ‘ fitted in minutes and glazed in seconds ’ owing to its unique design . There are no visible fixings on show and all joints are seamless . This means perfect aesthetics as it meets the eye and hints at the ‘ clean sheet ’ method of construction behind . The number , grade and size of fasteners , for example , have been optimised for security and rigidity compared with typical self-tapping screw fixings , whilst intricate details such as ridge bosses use anti-crush tubes for perfect installation torque to provide a superior , more precise fit than traditional glazing fittings such as flat plate .
Installation of a Korniche Roof Lantern involves a system that bolts together as a unitary structure rather than box sections and plates that flex or distort to the detriment of security , structural integrity and weatherproofing . This is not achieved through simplification of construction with speed in mind but clever engineering
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from the outset that creates a strong and secure glazed product , which is also convenient and time-saving for the installer .
Improving efficiency still further for the installer is the ‘ One- Drop Delivery ’ service now offered by Made for Trade . Having invested in excess of £ 400,000 over the last 18 months in its fleet of delivery vehicles , MFT now not only offer crane offloading for maximum ease and safety on site , but is proud to showcase a one-drop service that includes both the door system and glazing together on the same truck .
This significant investment allows MFT to offer a Document L-compliant glazed product at a much-reduced cost and increased convenience compared to having the glass delivered by a third party . Customers can now save up to 20 % on glazing as a result , with the glass delivered direct to site via MFT . What ’ s more , the One- Drop delivery saves downtime on site dealing with deliveries and glass that could typically arrive a day or two either side of the door system .
Meet the team at FIT 2023 where you can discover Made for Trade ’ s market-leading products and service for yourself .
www . madefortrade . co
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