2 | SEPTEMBER 2021
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Central Window Systems helps to transform Sutton Coldfield care home
Instagram Influencer Gets Smart With Kubu
Instagram influencer , Katrina @ greygoosehouse , has upgraded her cherished home with a new Kubu equipped composite front door , that was manufactured and installed by Infinity Windows and Doors . With over 109k followers , @ greygoosehouse has become a highly influential social media feed for all things that reflect interior design , home and interiors , and lifestyle inspirations . But the introduction of a Kubu equipped composite door has been a decision based on security , reassurance and ultimately peace of mind .
Katrina said : “ Kubu is a revelation for us as a family and as a busy business owner , I now know when my front door is locked or unlocked through the notifications which also tell me when our children have left and returned to the house . It was also fundamental for me from an interior design perspective to pick the perfect hardware .”
Kubu - a brand of Avantis Hardware - is a sensor-based ‘ smart technology ’ that ’ s been completely designed , engineered and manufactured within the group from concept to sale . Initially launched for doors with Kubu multi-point locks , the brand will look to build on the adoption in 2020 with significant growth into 2021 .
Lauren Bromley , head of brand for Kubu added : “ Kubu is not just a lifestyle choice , but one in which is part of a more secure and ultimately smarter home . There ’ s little impact on manufacturing processes for fabricators and no additional works or cost implications for the installer .”
www . kubu-home . com
Full solution fabricator Central Window Systems has partnered with commercial window company Sutton Designs to help transform a care home in Sutton Coldfield after being contracted to supply over 300 casement windows and 60 doors to the assisted living facility .
With 85 beds and 45 assisted living apartments , Sutton Rose is a luxury , state-of-the-art care home designed to provide a homely environment for elderly people , as well as a place for the local community to come together .
Working closely with Sutton Designs , Central supplied over 300 Optima casement windows and 60 doors from Profile 22 , a fully integrated 70mm PVCu system that offers market-leading structural strength and security .
Made with a 6-chambered system , Optima casement windows come with both a high-security locking system and Cotswold stainless steel friction hinges as standard .
All the windows were fitted with open-out restrictors for the safety of the residents , while both the windows and doors were supplied in anthracite grey on white to create a sleek , modern aluminium aesthetic .
Central Window Systems Director of Sales Martyn Elwell comments : “ We were delighted to work with Sutton Designs in supplying Optima windows and doors to Sutton Rose Care Home in order to provide a modern , safe , comfortable and well-equipped home for the residents .
“ We ’ ve been proud manufacturers of Optima products for many years now , and this project is a testament to the trust we have in this high-quality range of products .”
www . centralwindowsystems . co . uk
EPWIN WINDOW SYSTEMS WIDENS COMMERCIAL TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
Epwin Window Systems has launched additional new training courses to support fabricators who are members of its Approved Commercial Manufacturers scheme .
The latest courses are Limitation of Liability and Pitfalls of Contracting . Both of the hour-long courses are led by Geraldine Fleming , a quantity surveyor whose career began with a major contractor . She lectures regularly for many organisations and professional associations and presents around 50 seminars per year . She also specialises in giving contractual advice across all levels of the construction industry .
Aside from the training opportunities , ACM members also benefit from construction project leads thanks to free access to Barbour ABI , commercial market updates , tender downloads and dedicated commercial support materials . Like the training , these benefits are all available via Epwin Window Systems ’ comprehensive resource centre , Connect .
Epwin Window Systems ’ Approved Commercial Manufacturers scheme is widely recognised and requested by specifiers , giving businesses powerful credibility in the commercial arena . Members also benefit from exceptional commercial support from the systems company to help them maximise the opportunities .
www . epwinwindowsystems . co . uk
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