Archives for October 2018

Masterframe team celebrates top National Fenestration Award win

National Fenestration Awards Fabricator/Manufacturer 2018

The news could not have been better received last night when it was announced at 9 pm that Masterframe Windows had scooped the top spot along with Listers in the most prestigious of awards, Fabricator/Manufacturer 2018.

According to the National Fenestration website “This is the longest voting list by far. This was also the category that we had the most nominations in. This is the most populous part of the industry and is perhaps the most competitive. We of course cannot call this a short list, there’s nothing short about it! It would have been harsh to exclude many of these companies as so many were nominated that we felt it only fair that we include them all. It makes this year’s fabricator/manufacturer category the hardest to call yet!”

Carol Slade, Sales & Operations Director addressed all staff members today, thanking them for all their hard work and said “It was a very competitive category and we were nominated alongside 23 big names in the fenestration industry so as a relatively small family business, we are most proud of this achievement. Special thanks must also go to all our loyal customers who took the time out of their busy days to cast their vote which clinched the positive outcome.”

Masterframe is nominated in another four categories: –

New product of the year

PVC Company

Timber Alternative Company

Vertical Sliding Window Company

Winners will be revealed at 9 pm each night this week.

Rob’s Blog: Big data – mine or minefield?

Membership News, News | 25.10.18

Rob’s Blog is the weekly blog written by Borough IT’s Rob Saunders where he shares advice, opinions and even some of his leisure pursuits.

This week on Rob’s Blog, Rob writes about data management and gives us his slant on the facts and figures. Google, Amazon, Facebook and even Gordon Ramsey feature as he takes us through the three key elements to consider when handling data.

Talking of Amazon, the winners of the Amazon Echo Dots from last week’s competition are also named – could you be one of the lucky ones?

And to finish on a cliffhanger, Rob also reveals whether he managed to successfully complete the National Three Peaks Challenge.

> Read the full entry on Rob’s Blog

New Regional Manager joins the GGF

Membership News, News | 25.10.18

The GGF has expanded its regional membership team with the appointment of Diana Blair to the role of Regional Membership Manager looking after the Midlands and SW England.

Diana’s arrival at the GGF increases the regional team to four covering the UK and Ireland. She brings a wealth of experience from other trade associations where she developed membership propositions and supported members on a national and regional basis.

Whilst Diana is new to the glass and glazing sector, she spent a number of years at the Surface Engineering Association where she engaged in brand development, organised member events & conferences, and developed relationships with key stakeholders in business and local, regional and national government.

Richard Hearn, Head of Membership and Training, commented, “I am delighted to welcome Diana into the team. She brings a new approach to our thinking and the expansion of the team means we will be better able to serve our Members and ensure we deliver value in supporting their needs.”

Diana commented, “I am really excited to be joining the GGF at this time, there is a huge opportunity to build the reputation and relevance of the GGF with its Members, potential members and wider business and consumer community.”

> Learn more about GGF Membership

CMAs: GGF and MyGlazing.com shortlisted

Events, News | 23.10.18

The GGF and MyGlazing.com have been shortlisted as finalists in three categories for the Construction Marketing Awards, the annual event that showcases creativity, innovation and effectiveness in marketing across the construction industry.

The GGF’s 40^th Anniversary Campaign in 2017 has been nominated in the “Best use of Research and Insight” Category, while the Federation’s consumer website MyGlazing.com (in conjunction with Refresh PR) has been nominated for the “Best Use of Press and PR” and the “Best Mid-Budget Campaign”.

On hearing of the nominations, James Lee, Director of GGF Group Marketing and Communications, commented, “I am delighted that the GGF, MyGlazing.com and our PR agency Refresh PR, have been recognised and are in the running for these awards.”

The GGF’s 40^th Anniversary campaign entailed extensive research that trawled the GGF’s archives with some of the reference books going back over 200 years of trade bodies in the glass industry. From the research, the GGF produced a timeline starting from 1328 and London’s Guild of Glaziers (the industry’s first know trade body) right through to 2017 and the GGF’s position in the industry as the leading trade organisation for the last 40 years.

James Lee continued, “The in-depth research was an important element for the full blown campaign because we created an easy to follow road map of our industry and it showed why the GGF has become the main trade body for the industry.”

Refresh PR were appointed the GGF’s consumer PR agency in 2015 and have since help grow the awareness and interest in MyGlazing.com (the GGF’s consumer website).

Laura Mashiter, managing director of Refresh PR, added: “We are delighted to have worked with the GGF on the MyGlazing.com campaign since 2015. We’re thrilled it has been shortlisted in two categories alongside many high calibre entries. In Window with a View’s third year, we’re delighted that it continues to deliver great results for MyGlazing.com – we’re excited to make the competition even bigger and better next year!”

Through the unique Window with a View completion, Refresh has helped the GGF and MyGlazing.com achieve over 25 million viewing opportunities in the consumer media. In addition, MyGlazing.com has recently surpassed 500,000 users since it was first launched in September 2015 and is on target to reach one million page views in February 2019.

The Construction Marketing Awards Gala Dinner takes place on Thursday 29^th November at Hilton Bankside, London.

Visit the Construction Marketing Awards website to learn more and book your tickets.

GGF Technical team all set for glasstec 2018 in Dusseldorf

Events, News | 23.10.18

The GGF is ready for the 25^th glasstec Trade Fair, to be held in Dusseldorf from 23-26 October.

Glasstec provides a unique international platform for the GGF technical team who are preparing for a week of offering technical advice, product testing demonstration and corporate hospitality at the glass industry’s largest exhibition.

With over 1200 exhibitors from 52 countries, glasstec attracts over 40,000 international visitors as the show highlights the unlimited variety of possibilities of glass applications. Nowhere else is the potential of glass as a high-tech construction material presented in such a comprehensive fashion.

The show offers an unparalleled overview of the industry from manufacturing, processing and finishing through to new products and their applications. With international experts from research and practice, glasstec will cover the following specialist areas:

Glass manufacture/production technology
Glass processing and ﬁnishing
Glass products and applications
Solar production technology and components and pre-products for solar manufacture
Solar end products and their applications
Multifunctional facade technology
Crafts, ﬁnishing and design
Tools, spare and wear parts
Measurement and control technology

On exhibiting at the show, Steve Rice, GGF Director of Technical Affairs commented, “We are looking forward to promoting our technical services at glasstec, including our first hand guidance, technical publications, consultancy and product testing. I invite all members to come and visit us at this superb exhibition of glass products.”

All members are invited to visit the GGF stand in Hall 11, Stand Number: G38, where they can take full advantage of the Members free hospitality area.

Glasstec opens on 23 October and runs until 26 October. For more information about the show please visit the glasstec website.

New Installer Training courses launched

Events, News | 22.10.18

On the 9^th of October the GGF launched its new quality mark training programme for installers with great success. Twelve trainees attended the course, keen to hone their skills and focus on the core output of the training: delivering quality installations with exemplary customer service.

The training is the first part of the GGF’s focus on quality. Members who send installers and surveyors on the course can progress to achieve the GGF Quality Installer Award and GGF Quality Surveyor Award. This also involves an on-site inspection and submission of a portfolio of two jobs.

There was a buzz in the training room as Andy Clegg, a veteran of the glazing industry, delivered the training with a degree of understanding that engaged all present. There was no escape from admitting to those little tricks and all recognised that they will become a thing of the past, as they committed to delivering quality outputs for the benefit of the customers and business.

Comments from those attending included:

“I really understood the importance of quality and professionalism after the training.”
“The two day course massively advanced my theory of the industry which will help a lot in the practical side.”
“I’ve learnt a few new ways of doing things and it’s good to know the GGF’s definition of quality. I now look forward to implementing it.”

A trainee who is involved in the sales side of the business commented:

“I hadn’t realised the amount of areas the installer is expected to be competent in. I now have a greater understanding of what these guys do when I send them out on a job. I need to continue to improve my knowledge.”

Richard Hearn GGF Head of Membership and Training said, “We had a great group of trainees to launch our new training courses. They were so engaged and keen to learn more creating a really positive vibe in the room. Andy is a superb trainer who can be both light hearted and serious when appropriate and fantastic at keeping everybody sharp and involved.”

Trainer, Andy Clegg commented, “I am delighted to have been asked to deliver the new training courses for the GGF. I have a passion for bringing the classroom alive through the on-site equipment I use as well as through models, demo material, ladders and health and safety tools and props. This first group of trainees responded brilliantly to my approach and were a pleasure to teach.”

The GGF will be launching its first training courses for surveyors on 25^th October.

> Learn more about GGF training for installers and surveyors

Three companies join GGF Membership

Uncategorized | 19.10.18

The Glass and Glazing Federation is delighted to welcome the following companies into GGF Membership.

NorDan UK Limited

NorDan UK Ltd. is the longest lasting Scandinavian supplier of windows and doors in Scotland and England. The head office is located in Livingston, Scotland. Across seven project management offices in Scotland and England we provide market leading services to both project and residential builders across the UK.

> www.nordan.co.uk

RIBA Enterprises Ltd

RIBA Enterprises, trading as NBS (National Building Specification), is committed to offering distinctive, innovative specification and information solutions to construction industry professionals. NBS specification products cover construction, engineering services and landscape design. The company’s origins lie in the National Building Specification and for over 40 years it has developed and produced NBS products which support the built environment.

> www.ribaenterprises.com

Styles of Bath Ltd

With over 30 years’ experience, family owned and established in 2011, Styles of Bath works closely with its clients to understand every facet of their home improvement requirements. Serving a growing number of clients in and around Bath and further afield in the region, the company is committed to providing the very best in quality with a range of bespoke products underpinned by Styles of Bath’s ethos and 7 Day Price Promise.

> www.stylesofbath.co.uk

Join the Glass and Glazing Federation

GGF Membership consists of companies from all glass and glazing sectors and we welcome all types of companies including those that are suppliers to the industry.

> Learn more about GGF Membership

Look out for the Timberweld® mark of perfectly sealed corners

Members News | 18.10.18

Recently, you might have noticed a Timberweld® sticker in the top left hand corner and the top right hand corner of your newly delivered sash windows. On the left, externally, you see the Timberweld® corner logo and on the right, internally you see the three steps that make up a Timberweld® butt joint.

Presently, you will typically notice these stickers on Vintage Traditional sash windows.

This is an important symbol, confirming that the windows you have received come with patented Timberweld® technology, exclusively licenced to Masterframe for sash windows.

The technology ensures that windows are perfectly sealed inside and out and aesthetically authentic enough to impress the planners in conservation areas. You may wish to point out to your customer that the joints are completely sealed from the elements, with no open chambers to allow in water, draughts and flies – a sound investment!

Read more about Timberweld® here. If you are a flush casement or door manufacturer and would like to secure a Timberweld® licence, email perfectcorners@timberweld.co.uk.

Masterframe Shortlisted for ‘Best Windows’ Build-it Awards

Members News | 03.10.18

The team at Masterframe were delighted last week to receive the good news that they had been nominated for the Build-it Awards in the ‘Best Windows’ category.

Carol Slade, Sales & Operation Director said “We were really proud to be nominated for our Vintage Traditional/Conservation sash window. It is wonderful to know that in our 30^th year of perfecting and re-engineering our windows to be the best low maintenance timber alternative, we are receiving award nominations.”

According to the Build It Awards website, “Each entry in this category should be for a single product that the entrant believes is the best on the market. This could be because it outperforms competitors, is better designed/manufactured, better value, or simply deserves to be the de-facto choice for self builders.

Carol adds” Although the competition in this category is fierce, we are especially pleased that our sash windows would be considered to be the ideal choice for self-builders and renovators and look forward to attending the awards ceremony in November”.

To find out more about our Vintage Traditional window, download the brochure here.

Masterframe scoops six nominations for National Fenestration Awards

Members News | 03.10.18

The National Fenestration Awards are unique in that companies are nominated by their customers instead of a panel of judges. This year, Masterframe Windows has secured five nominations and one for Timberweld®, the patented method for corner construction owned by their parent company Duchy Investments Limited. The categories were: –

· Fabricator/Manufacturer

· New Product of the Year

· PVC Company

· Timber Alternative Company

· Vertical sliding Window Company

· Machine Company – Timberweld ®

Carol Slade, Sales and Operations Director said “We are delighted to have been nominated and especially grateful to all our customers that took the trouble to nominate us. Last year we won the Best Timber Alternative Company award and although we realise how fierce the competition is this time around, we are hoping to again receive their support.

Winning awards is also advantageous for our customers who then have the added assurance of a prestigious award to present along with our beautiful sash windows. “

The voting phase is currently on until 26^th October at 11 pm and if you would like to vote for Masterframe Windows then please do so here. One single form is available and by scrolling down you can vote in every category. Please press the NEXT button to scroll through all the other category voting lists.

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