Uni-Blinds integral blind manufacturer Morley Glass has saved over 1,000 tonnes of post-consumer glass from going to landfill in just two years, and instead diverted it into the production of new glass in a scheme that has provided funding of more than £60,000 for environmental and community schemes in West Yorkshire, claims the company

Morley Glass is the UK’s largest manufacturers of double glazed units with ScreenLine integral blind systems inside, offering installers a range of Venetian and pleated blind options.

In 2020, the company invested in reducing its process waste and providing a post-consumer glass recycling service to installers by commissioning machinery that could crush waste glass into what is known as cullet. 

Comp Door, already a G-22 Product of the Year finalist, has become a key launch partner for Business Micros’ new Touch online software platform.

The Staffordshire-based composite door fabricator is one of the first in the UK to have Touch fully integrated right across its operation, with design, quoting and ordering all now linked directly to its Evolution manufacturing and EvoNET business management software.

Customers who log in at: www.thecompstore.co.uk can access Comp Door’s Touch Portal system and quote and order their composite doors online via a simple, user-friendly interface, complete with accurate, high-res imagery. 

Arched frame manufacturer Premier Arches has further expanded its production facility with the installation of a new 2,000 square foot mezzanine floor at its St Helens headquarters.

The additional production space will be used purely for profile bending, allowing the company to really ramp up and streamline its processes.

Managing director Sean Greenall comments: “We’ve been seeing increased demand for our arched frame products, and so we felt it was important to expand our premises in order to improve efficiency and turnaround times to our valued customers.

Established in 1993, Broadacres Housing Association (BHA) has a proven track record of providing high quality homes. Since its founding, the not-for-profit organisation has grown significantly and now boasts a portfolio of over 6,500 homes across Yorkshire and other locations in the north of England. Stock can be found in towns like Northallerton, Darlington and Harrogate, as well as larger cities such as York and Leeds.

Even with this growth, BHA has always emphasised quality and longevity when working with its suppliers on both new build and retrofit projects. Rehau has been a key partner in this respect, with the company’s windows having been installed successfully in many of BHA’s longest-standing homes.

Following the acquisition of Great Yarmouth based manufacturer Stuga by Stürtz Maschinenbau in Germany, the company has now appointed a new commercial & sales director to spearhead ambitious growth plans and take over the reins from Steve Haines, who retires in December this year after a lifetime of service in the fenestration industry.

To say that Steve’s influence in the adoption of automated machinery for the fenestration industry in the UK is massive would be an understatement. Steve was destined for a career in sales very early on: having started his career as an apprentice for aerospace giant Rolls Royce (Engine Division) in the 1960s and a role in general management at a large multi-national, Steve moved into sales in the 1970s.

A 4-bedroom 1990’s detached home in Aberford, West Yorkshire has been transformed by domestic and commercial fabricator and installer, Kingfisher Windows. The domestic project included the installation of fourteen flush casement windows, two sets of French doors with side panels and a new 3m x 3m conservatory all manufactured from Optima by Epwin Window Systems. The six-week installation was part of a total house renovation project.

Deborah Beeley, sales and marketing manager at Kingfisher Windows explains: “The 1990’s-built property was fitted with first generation PVC-U windows and doors. The homeowner wanted to update their property with modern window and door aesthetics which included rebuilding their existing conservatory into a new, modern garden room.

Kurt Greatrex, Dekko Window Systems sales director, discusses emerging window aesthetic trends and the importance of keeping up to date. 

When it comes to home improvements, buying trends have certainly changed in recent years.

In the wake of the pandemic, many homeowners have found a new love for their homes and have decided to invest in their properties.

And with the internet at our fingertips, giving them access to literally millions of home improvement ideas at the touch of a button, consumers generally want more options to choose from in real life.

The G22 Awards Ceremony and Gala Dinner proved to be yet another record night as nearly 600 gathered to celebrate the best of the best at the industry event.

Two new awards for 2022 – for Rising Star and Machinery Supplier of the Year – meant there were 14 trophies, presented by actor and comedian Hugh Dennis to the companies and individuals who showed their mettle in some of the most challenging times the industry has seen.

“Once again, we have seen how the real leaders have come to the fore when they were put to the test,” said organiser Tony Higgin.

Haffner Ltd has been named Machinery Supplier of the Year at the prestigious G22 Awards.

This year was the first year the category of Machinery Supplier was included. Matt Thomas, Haffner’s managing director, said: “Winning an award is always noteworthy but to be the first winner in a new category is even more special. It means a lot to everyone in the team and it’s a tribute to the years of hard work and commitment from our chief executive officer, Dave Thomas.”

The company has seen exponential growth in the past few years thanks to its machinery offer and experienced team who are committed to adding value to every customer’s business.

Epwin Window Systems has won New Product of the Year at the prestigious G22 Awards for its Stellar Aluminium window and door system (Part L). The newly designed aluminium window and door system won for its developments to future-proof the system for the new Part L of Building Regulations as well as the more stringent regulations that will come into force over the coming years as the government continues its push towards net zero.

Clare Bailey, managing director at Epwin Window Systems said the award reflects the dedication and design excellence of the in-house product development and technical teams.

DoorCo is delighted to have been announced as Component Supplier of the Year at the G-Awards ceremony on Friday (25th November) night in London, with the judges’ comment ‘No wonder this company did so well despite the pandemic’ being a great endorsement too.

Dan Sullivan, DoorCo MD comments: “To be recognised as the Component Supplier of the Year at this year’s G-Awards is a great achievement for the business but the accolade must go to the team. It is them that has driven DoorCo forward through 2021/22 and one of the toughest trading periods any of us have ever faced, supporting brave decisions and our existing plans of investment and growth, despite the multitude of challenges faced.

AluK was rewarded for its efforts to support customers through the changes to Part L of the Building Regs with a second win at the G-Awards for Customer Care Initiative of the Year.

AluK ensured their customers understood exactly what the changes would mean and giving them the tools they needed to comply across every market. Re-engineered products, dedicated customer Forums, a comprehensive communications campaign and a whole raft of useful support including training, downloadable guides, videos and website content were all part of a coherent and comprehensive package.

From a Round Table and Part L podcast in October 2021 to the launch of new HI products in June 2022, AluK rose to the challenge in a really impressive way, says the company.

Eyrise will address a global audience of architects at the World Architecture Festival in Portugal later this month, speaking on sustainability in the built environment.

The glazing technology company is among over 50 international speakers discussing critical challenges facing architects.

Filip Roscam, head of experience design at Eyrise, will examine the role of dynamic liquid crystal glazing in enhancing the long-term sustainability of commercial buildings, improving aesthetics with elegant functionality and attaining higher Green Building Certification scores.