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Health, Safety and Environment update

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James MacPherson, GGF Health, Safety and Environment Manager, provides an update.

Firstly we are happy to announce that GGF, FENSA and BFRC Recycling now cover Wiltshire, Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Essex & Surrey. Companies is these counties can now have their PVCu frames collected on or off site at a date and time of their choosing.

This is a free service and all organisation taking part in the scheme will receive a certificate at the end of each year showing the tonnage recycled over the previous 12 months. At the same time installers can save money on skip hire each month by utilising this free collection service.

If you would like to request a collection please either complete the recycling form via the GGF, FENSA or BFRC Websites or contact our partners CNC Recycling at iward@cncrecycling.co.uk or 07932 645988.

Secondly, the GGF works closely with composites UK on the SIMPL committee to represent our Members and as a result of this vital relationship all GGF Members can attend their mental health webinar on 23rd September, 12:30-13:30 free of charge, using the code SIMPLC50. Registration can be done via this link: https://compositesuk.co.uk/events/composites-uk-mental-healthwork

Finally a reminder to all Members to complete the HSE Survey and Data drive detailed below, they both will only take a matter of minutes and are vital to the GGF supporting you in the best way we can.

The Data Drive is how the GGF understands the industry performance for Health and Safety, we are required to collect this data and provide it back to the Health and Safety Executive in the UK therefore it is vital that all members complete this form. All data is confidential and will be presented with no identifying information.

Click here to complete the form

The GGF is undertaking a review of our offering and the Glass Charter and to make sure that the new offering and charter that we deliver is aligned with the members we are asking all members to complete our survey. Members that complete the survey will be entered into a prize draw of Health and Safety related prizes for your company worth up to 2k!

Click here to complete the survey.

If you require any support on health, safety and the environment, please contact James MacPherson via email healthandsafety@ggf.org.uk

Revised Datasheet on IGU visual quality

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The GGF is pleased to announce the launch of the revised GGF Datasheet 4.10, Appearance and Visual Quality for Insulating Glass Units (IGUs).

Data Sheet 4.10 details all of the appropriate optical and visual quality factors of the glasses used to manufacture the IGU, that influence the appearance of an installed IGU.

The most important criteria is the view through the IGU from the inside of a building, which is covered in detail. However, it is appreciated that the appearance from the outside of the building (i.e. in reflection) can also be important in certain applications and Data Sheet 4.10 also makes reference to this.

The origins of glass visual quality standards and why GGF Data Sheet 4.10 is the go-to document:

The standard for float glass in Europe in EN 572 Glass in Building – Basic soda lime silicate glass products.  Part 2 defines optical and visual faults and the relevant acceptance levels. The viewing distance for standard float glass is 4.5 metres.

A glass manufacturing float line typically produces around 700 tonnes per day.  The raw materials are mixed and melted down at high temperatures within a refractory lined furnace. The molten raw materials are then floated on a bath of tin and moved through the float line to create a continuous ribbon of glass.

Most glass installed within buildings is manufactured from float glass in accordance with EN 572. In many installations the glass requires additional processing to provide the correct performance in terms of safety, security, and energy requirements.

Glass can then be coated to provide a specified level of solar control or thermal insulation, screen printed, coated with ceramic frit or the surface altered, to provide decoration or privacy.

In addition to this the glass may undergo a heat treatment processes to add certain characteristics. It can be thermally toughened for increased strength and safe fracture behaviour, heat strengthened for additional strength, heat soaked to reduce the risk of spontaneous breakage when installed on site, or laminated for safety, sound attenuation and security. 

All of these additional processes involve changes to the original float glass product and usually results in varying amounts of alteration in the visual quality and appearance of the products. The visual quality rules in EN 572 are no longer applicable so we need to look elsewhere.

For Thermally Toughened Glass manufactured in accordance with EN 12150, the standard does not contain any visual quality limits but does stipulate that visual inspection should be included during the manufacturing process. However, the standard does mention the existence of roller wave, pitting and anisotropy, but does not define any limits regarding these characteristics. This is the same for Heat-Soaked Glass Manufactured in accordance with EN 14179.

For laminated glass the standard is EN ISO 12543 Glass in Building – Parts 1 to 6. Part 6 details the appearance and defines vents, creases and streaks, spots and linear defects and the levels of acceptance. The glass is visually inspected at 2 metres under normal daylight conditions.

Coated Glass in accordance with EN 1096 defines uniformity, stains, spots, pinholes and scratch faults and the acceptance levels. The glass is viewed from a minimum distance of 3 metres for no more than 20 seconds.

Heat Strengthened Glass in accordance with EN 1863 states that the processor is responsible for determining the visual quality standards to be used for their products. However similarly to EN 12150 and EN 14179, the standard does mention the existence of roller wave and anisotropy but does not define any limits regarding these characteristics.

As you can see depending on the products used, negotiating visual quality may not be as straight forward as it may first seem. This is where GGF Data Sheet 4.10 steps into a very important void. It covers all of the above-mentioned products, as well as visual phenomena’s that may be encountered with flat glass products. It is the only recognised visual quality standard within the UK for visual quality of installed insulated glass units. It is also widely used across Europe and the Middle and Far East. This mean 4.10 is one of our most important Data Sheets.

4.10 has been updated to incorporate the latest changes within BS, EN & ISO Standards so GGF members can continue to be the leading experts within the industry. The Consumer facing visual quality leaflets are also due to be updated in 2021.

The Data Sheet can be downloaded from the members area of the website within the glazing manual.  Click here to access

GGF starts new Aluminium Group

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The GGF’s is pleased to announce the creation of the new Aluminium Group for companies operating in the aluminium sector.

The idea for the new group was founded in the GGF’s Technical who identified a gap in the current GGF technical group infrastructure.

David Borland, GGF Senior Technical Officer

David Borland, GGF Senior Technical Officer explained “Part of the responsibilities of the Technical Department is to continually review the service we provide to Members and most importantly recognise gaps in that service. It is during these reviews and discussions it became clear one area of the Industry which needed additional support was the Aluminium sector.

The new Aluminium Group will attract interest not only from companies in GGF Membership but also many companies who are non-members. In the last few months the GGF has also seen new members join the Federation with specific interest in the aluminium sector. In the last few years there has also been a revival of aluminium in the home improvement sector with products such as bi-folding doors and secondary glazing which is becoming a popular solution for heritage buildings and those in conservation areas.

David Borland continued, “While there is substantial overlap with our Windows & Doors Group, there are areas of fenestration which are unique to aluminium such as shopfronts, commercial entrance screens, curtain walling & Commercial windows. We hope with the support of a considerable number of existing members with aluminium interests, the new Aluminium Group can prove to be a valuable technical asset for the GGF and our Members”.

Members who are interested in joining this Group are asked to contact Senior Technical Officer David Borland by email at dborland@ggf.org.uk

Members’ Day and Annual General Meeting latest

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This week the GGF issued all Members with full details for the GGF Members’ Day conference and Annual General Meeting.

As well as emailing all Members digital versions of the Annual Report and the AGM documents, the GGF also forwarded the official Members’ Day programme of events.

Members’ Day incorporating the Annual General Meeting takes place via video link (Zoom) on Wednesday 22 September starting at 10am with a lunch break at 12.30 before an afternoon session that finishes at 3pm.

The documents sent (list below) can also be downloaded from the Members Area of the GGF website.

Hard copies of the above information has also been sent to all Members head offices and branches to arrive by 1st September.

To vote on the election of the GGF’s bankers and auditors please go to the online voting form here

To book your place at Members’ Day and the AGM, please take a few minutes to book online and receive the Zoom video meeting invitation via this link; https://www.ggf.org.uk/members-day-2021/

To read more on Members’ Day presentations and speakers please visit the latest edition of GLASSi here

If you want more information on these events please email marketing@ggf.org.uk or call 020 7939 9101.

GGF Annual Report reflects resilience, flexibility and productivity

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The GGF has released its Annual Report 2021 reporting on the activity and performance of the Federation for the year ending 31st December 2020.

The report reflects the great resilience of the GGF and its Membership to cope in the face of unprecedented challenges, caused by the pandemic and compounded by the UK officially leaving the European Union.

In the Report, Tony Smith, GGF President commented,

“2020 laid down the greatest challenges our industry and the GGF has ever faced, but it was heartening to witness the resilience of our industry and the way Members collaborated to find solutions not just for themselves but also for the GGF and the wider industry.

Despite the adverse trading environment and challenges that emerged, the GGF and its Group of commercial subsidiaries, adapted and operated according to the market conditions.

This involved prudent budgetary management, devising and implementing crisis management strategies across the organisation to facilitate operations support Members and stakeholders.”

Annual Report Highlights

A year of outstanding work by the GGF staff was highlighted in the Annual Report. From developing relationships with various Government departments, to delivering a suite of Safe Guides to help consumers, installers and manufacturers operate within the guidance and legislation set by Government, the GGF adapted to the fast changing situation. In addition, the GGF technical team reviewed and updated the Federation’s library of Technical Datasheets in preparation for the industry returning post lock down.

From the Report, the GGF External Affairs and Marketing team delivered a strong year in terms of brand awareness with over 120 million opportunities to see the GGF and MyGlazing.com brands across the trade, consumer and political media. In addition, the GGF’s high quality content attracted over 300k unique visitors to the GGF websites – GGF. org.uk and MyGlazing.com during 2020.

The GGF also showed good flexibility during 2020, as all physical meetings went virtual including the annual Members’ Day event which became a virtual event, titled “Members’ Week”. This three day event was an industry first, consisting of 12 webinars, 18 guest speakers, presentations, open forums and discussion panels. With over 400 bookings the event was a great success.

The GGF accounts yet again showed the organisation’s formidable financial strength and stability.

In the Report, John Agnew, GGF Group Managing Director commented;

“With the uncertainty of the situation, we also aligned our budgets accordingly and this resulted in the GGF Group making responsible cost reductions which offset the wider financial impact stemming from the pandemic.

The GGF made essential internal adjustments to ensure the Federation continued to function and serve its Members to help them cope during the pandemic. Overall, the GGF Group has emerged from a very difficult year in excellent shape with a strong, committed and talented workforce, combined with loyal and resilient Members and customers and continued financial strength.”

To read the GGF Annual Report please click here

UKCA Marking Transition Period Extension

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As expected the transition period for the end of recognition of the CE mark in Great Britain has been extended until 1st January 2023.

The MHCLG (Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government) on Tuesday 24th August has updated its Guidance providing practical information for placing construction products on the GB market.

“Businesses must prepare for the end of recognition of the CE mark in GB and affix the UK marking using a UK-recognised ‘approved body’. Our intention is to end recognition of the CE mark by 1 January 2023. Current rules will remain in place until legislation is laid to end recognition of the CE mark.

Businesses should comply with the new UK regime, as soon as possible. This includes use of the UK mark in GB. To allow businesses time to adjust, some CE marked goods, that meet EU requirements, may continue to be placed on the GB market.

However, we intend for this arrangement to end on 1 January 2023, and businesses should ensure they are prepared for the new system before it comes into effect after we have laid legislation.”

David Borland, GGF Senior Technical Officer commented:

“The GGF is relieved that there has been an extension to the transition period to 1st January 2023 from CE marking to UKCA marking now confirmed by Government.

However, the issues that the Federation has been discussing with MHCLG (Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government) still remain and we would hope that the Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) we have pushing for since late 2019, will find its way into the trading relationship with the EU27 before this legislation expires at the end of next year.

The EU has refused to recognise test evidence for AVCP3s (Assessment and Verification of Constancy of Performance 3) since 1st January 2021 if supplied by a UK testing body. This will still mean additional testing costs for UK businesses notwithstanding the possible backlog of products to be tested. So whilst relieved for the extension, we remain cautious about the future of testing and certification for UK products.”

Full details on the latest Government guidance can be read here.

Increasing the knowledge

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At Members’ Day, Anda Gregory, GGF Chief Development Officer will deliver a presentation on the recently released GGF Market Knowledge Report. In this interview, Anda provides the background to the report and shares some next steps for the project.  

What can Members expect from your presentation?

I’ll be taking members through the highlights from our new market knowledge report and the insights it contains. The report is based on the data we have in the group companies, and, in particular, work notified to FENSA. There’s been a dearth of market data and intelligence since the Palmer report ended in 2017 and it’s a problem raised repeatedly by our members and the wider industry, so we’ve been keen to find a way to help. The report is our first step towards delivering the data and analysis that our members need to help feed into their business decision-making.

How challenging is it to get accurate information on the glass and glazing market?

Very! We’re in a lucky position that we have a lot of data in FENSA due to 6,300 FENSA Approved Installers notifying work to us, equating to 550,000 installations and covering 2.5 million windows and doors installed each year. And although at a high level, we also know the number of jobs notified through our competitors as the government publishes this information, it doesn’t capture the ‘grey market’ of installers who don’t use a competent person scheme, which is difficult to estimate. There remains a gap in the non-residential replacement parts of the market such as commercial and new build.

What are the broad areas that will be covered?

I’ll be discussing the insights we have on what’s happened in the market over the last few years, along with the outlook for the rest of the year and beyond. The report covers the general economic backdrop, the industry’s performance and challenges, with a more detailed dive into FENSA installation statistics since 2018. It also covers what our assessors are told by homeowners in terms of work they’ve had done and BFRC’s energy rating licences. I’ll then go on to cover how we want to provide further support to our members on data and knowledge going forward.

How will members benefit from or be expected to use the Market Report?

This is only the first step into what we aim to provide on data going forward, but we believe that the report already contains some really useful statistics and trends that will help our members to make business decisions and to get a better understanding of what’s happening in the broader market. If they are installers in the residential replacement market, they will be able to compare their performance over the last three years to the market average.

Without giving too much away, what are the next steps on this project?

Early next year we plan on re-launching the FENSA Knowledge Hub which is a tool that allows FENSA Approved installers (which includes most consumer-facing GGF members) to see their own data in real-time compared to the aggregated total FENSA figures and averages. As part of this, we will add secure, restricted access for the rest of the market to be able to see those aggregated figures. Over time, we aim to build up the type of data available to provide ever greater knowledge for the market.  

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Members’ Day promises to be another superb GGF event exclusively for Members.

Book your free place via the online booking form click here to access

From the Top

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Welcome to the special Members’ Day GLASSi.

This edition is all about the GGF’s biggest event of the year which takes place on 22nd September and for the second successive year will be virtual-only – due to the ongoing pandemic and pingdemic both of which are impacting safety and productivity in our industry.

Last year the quality of GGF Members was high and topics from the economic and political situation through technical, health, safety and environment issues were covered by industry experts. This year we are aiming to have the same depth and quality to ensure you have an engaging and memorable experience.

The GGF is delighted to confirm that Lord Andrew Stunell (left) will be the key speaker at Members’ Day. Lord Stunell has a very strong active background in construction studying architecture and practicing as an architect before entering politics. As an MP, he was successful in having his Sustainable and Secure Buildings Bill become an Act of Parliament in 2004 in his campaign for greener and safer buildings. In 2010, he was part of the coalition government operating in the Department of Local Government and Communities (now MHCLG). Currently, Lord Stunell is the President of the National Home Improvement Council (NHIC).

I am sure his background, knowledge and views will make him a welcome guest speaker on Members’ Day.

In addition to Lord Stunell, we also have special presentations from GK Strategy on the progress of the GGF’s Net Zero and Glazing Report. This Report will include not just the factual evidence of the impact of glazing towards reducing carbon emissions, but also have expert views, industry champions and key statistics for the case for the government to prioritise glazing in future policies and initiatives.

One of the main highlights of Members’ Day will be the afternoon session which includes a special panel discussion on training, skills and apprenticeships. The panel will be made up of representatives from Government, training experts and accreditation bodies. Prior to the discussion, the GGF will be making a major announcement on a new initiative that will offer Members a great opportunity to boost their workforce.

With the Annual General Meeting, the President’s address as well as the open forums for Members to air their views, Members’ Day will also have presentations from our Technical, Health, Safety and Environment teams on issues affecting your businesses. In this edition of GLASSi, we have exclusive interviews to provide a flavour of what you can expect on Members’ Day.

With Members’ Day being completely virtual, participation couldn’t be easier, just take a few minutes to complete the online booking form and we’ll do the rest, sending you the full programme and video link.

Lastly but by no means least, our Spotlight on a Member feature interviews Mark Gajda, Chair of the Systems House Group and recently appointed to the GGF Board as the Home Improvement representative for the Systems House Group.

With Mark’s experience and knowledge gained from many years in the industry, he will be a great asset to the GGF Board. I look forward to working with him and wish him all the very best in his new position.

Enjoy GLASSi and we look forward to welcoming you to Members’ Day.

Members’ Day starts at 10am, with the programme into three sessions, morning, late morning and afternoon with a finish at 3pm. It promises to be another superb GGF event exclusively for Members.

Book your free place via the online booking form click here to access

GLASS Charter – Improving Health and Safety

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Health and Safety has been the number one priority for everyone since the global pandemic and as we are emerging from what appears to be the worst of it, the GGF is in the process of revising its Health and Safety initiative Glass Charter.

In this interview, James MacPherson, GGF Health, Safety and Environment Manager provides a preview of his presentation at Members’ Day on 22 September via Zoom Video Call.

What will the Glass Charter presentation reveal at Members’ Day?

At Members’ Day, I will be unveiling the details behind the new approach to Glass Charter. Back in 2020, the Health and Safety Committee reviewed the existing Glass Charter and agreed we should move away from the prescriptive graded scheme to a pledge and principle approach, a more philosophical approach so to speak. We will be in a position at Members’ Day to explain what that actually looks like and what the pledge, values and principles will be.

How important is it for Members to attend this event?

With the Members’ Day presentation outlining the initial pledge, values, and principles. This will allow Members to truly evaluate their current health and safety policies and procedures against the new pledge, values and principles. Plus we will be inviting comment post-event, as the new Glass Charter project is still open for consultation. So my presentation is in essence a proposal and we are asking Members to consider it and then feedback after the event. It is therefore highly recommended that Members attend the online event and give us their views to help steer and guide us to producing a health and safety initiative that supports their businesses.

What new information can Members expect to receive?

The proposed new Glass Charter will be an entirely different concept, it will be designed to guide and support Members beyond compliance and towards being leading companies of the future. It will take a more holistic view of operational risks and enable Members to build a company that has the culture and risk management approach, to be resilient and thrive in this complex and challenging world. In the presentation, I will be presenting the new values and principles and the GGF’s reasons for formulating them.  

What will be the next steps on Glass Charter after Members’ Day?

After Members’ Day, the consultation document will be available on the Health, Safety and Environment Hub for Members to download and give their feedback. This will then be collated for the Health and Safety and Environment Committees to approve the final version. Following that process, we will be looking to officially launch the new look Glass Charter later in the year.

Members’ Day promises to be another superb GGF event exclusively for Members.

Book your free place via the online booking form click here to access

Tech Talk

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The GGF Technical Team will kick off the afternoon session at Members’ Day. In this interview with the GGF’s Senior Technical Officers, David Borland and Ben Wallace provide more details on the Technical presentations and Forum at Members’ Day.  

What topics will be covered in the technical presentations at Members Day?

David Borland: The GGF Technical team will cover four main areas at Members. Firstly, compliance marking, fire safety/building safety, changes to building regulations and the technical services offered to Members. Of course these are broad subject areas but we will provide the latest updates and status to Members.

How important is it for Members to attend this event?

Ben Wallace: Members’ Day gives our Members the opportunity to take hear the GGF Technical Team’s updates, positions and activities on many fronts. Whether it’s discussing the transition from CE marking to UKCA or the most recent developments on Government consultations such as those on Approved Documents L (Energy Efficiency) & F (Ventilation), there will be something of interest for most if not all Members. It is also an opportunity to hear other Members questions and concerns on the current issues.

Will there be any guest speakers on the panel at the Technical Forum?

David Borland:  Mark Oliver will be a guest speaker at Members’ Day this year. Mark is a Business Hub Manager for the Primary Authority Partnership Scheme (PAPS) which the Federation joined earlier this year. PAPS is a means for the GGF to receive assured and tailored advice on meeting environmental health, trading standards or fire safety regulations through a single point of contact. They provided such Assured Advice through the various stages of lockdown during COVID. The service includes: –

·       Primary Authority Advice to businesses to support regulatory compliance which other local regulators must have regard for;

·       Inspection plans for a business or the members of a trade association (or regulated group) if required, to improve the effectiveness of visits by local regulators and underpin better sharing of information;

·       a valuable resource for businesses, co-ordinators and enforcing authorities, by acting as a key point of contact and source of information.

The PAPS service is managed and responsible to the newly formed Office of Product Safety & Standards which reports directly to the Secretary of State.

How will the Technical Forum at Members Day work?

Ben Wallace: The Technical Forum will offer Members the opportunity to ask any questions for the Technical Team who will all be in attendance to answer any queries. This is the only meeting in the GGF Calendar when the entire Technical Team are available together online to ensure we can cover all parts of the glass, glazing and fenestration sectors. Members can ask anything technical related on the day either vocally or the chat box within the Zoom video. I would also like to invite Members to send us any questions in advance via mail technical@ggf.org.uk and we will ensure that they are raised at Members’ Day.

What will be the next steps on these Technical Issues after Members Day?

David Borland:  The GGF’s Technical work never stops and we will continue to represent Members in Government discussions around building regulations, consultations and incoming legislation. We also continue to deliver the technical services, highlighted on the Technical Hub and delivered via news, publications, guidance and personally via our hotline and at site visits. On behalf of all the Technical Team, we look forward to welcoming you to Members’ Day.

Members’ Day promises to be another superb GGF event exclusively for Members.

Book your free place via the online booking form click here to access

Glazing – A Route to Zero Carbon

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Following a proposal by the GGF Political Strategy Committee, the GGF commissioned GK Strategy (political advisers and researchers) to produce a research report, titled “Glazing – a Route to Net Zero”, which will show the impact of glazing in relation to the government’s zero-carbon targets.

This unique research project will include views and stats from all parts of the glass, glazing and fenestration industries against data on zero carbon. 

Ahead of their GK Strategy’s presentation on Members Day, GLASSi interviewed the team who will present the progress of this research report. In this interview, the GK Team, Scott Dodsworth, Joe Cormack and Jamie Cater share some of the background so far as well as some pointers on how the project will develop in the coming months. 

What can Members expect from your presentation?

Scott Dodsworth: Attendees will learn about the GGF’s new priority campaign – to make the compelling case to national policymakers and members of the public about the essential contribution of modern glass, glazing and fenestration materials in achieving the Government’s net-zero carbon targets.

We kick-started the new report titled: Glazing – a Route to Net Zero, and we look forward to sharing with audiences our methodology, new data sources, affiliated stakeholders and the GGF’s recommendations to the government.

What is the broad objective of the report?

The report comprises of not one but three main objectives.: Firstly, to demonstrate how upgrades in glazing (and related products) can improve domestic energy efficiency. Secondly, to establish a clear connection between an expansion of glazing services and products and the Government’s commitments for the UK to become carbon net-zero by 2050. Thirdly, to define the asks and recommendations that will form the core of the GGF’s longer-term campaign for policy change, which aims to incentivise an increase in the installation of energy-efficient glazing products.

How challenging is it to get accurate information on the impact of glazing on net-zero carbon?

Jamie Cater: We are bringing together the UK and international case studies and sources to build an accurate picture of the glazing and energy efficiency landscape. There is good existing data regarding the average energy use within homes and when combined with the specification of modern glass, glazing and fenestration products, we can develop approximate data for the estimated energy savings accrued if good quality glazing products were to be installed universally across the UK.

This is an incredibly important message to articulate, as Government Ministers are still identifying that approximately 85% of the housing stock is double glazed. This incorrectly assumes that there are not substantial improvements that can be made to the housing stock in relation to energy efficient glazing.

How is the report structured?

Joe Cormack: Subject to finalisation with the GGF, it is envisaged that a parliamentarian with a role or strong interest in the energy efficiency policy environment will endorse our findings and provide a foreword. This will be accompanied by an overview of the Government’s policy initiatives to meet carbon net-zero and where existing and new buildings fit in with this.

The core of the report will then focus on making the case for how improved glazing supports the decarbonisation agenda, identifying barriers for the adoption of these new materials, and what the Government and the sector need to do to make this a reality.

How will the GGF and subsequently members benefit from the Report?

This report and the subsequent campaign will demonstrate that the GGF is leading the conversation on this hugely important issue for the government, GGF members and all those who are committed to reducing carbon emissions.

Members will benefit from a more holistic view from the government on improving energy efficiency in buildings. This could manifest itself via more support to develop the glazing workforce and to attract more people into the industry, as well as an overall increase in consumer demand for modern glazing installation (supported by government incentives). This is a flavour of the type of recommendations that will be included in the report and will form the basis of the ongoing campaign.

When can we expect the Report to be launched?

Scott Dodsworth: Members’ Day will provide the opportunity to share examples of the data collected and the structure and objectives of the report. Subject to revisions, final endorsements and approval, we hope to have the report ready by early October. An event to formally launch the report and the campaign will be scheduled for November/December.

Following the launch of the Report what are the next steps?

Joe Cormack: The GGF is aiming to promote the report’s findings and recommendations in 2021/22 with Ministers and officials within relevant government departments such as the Cabinet Office, the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, the Ministry for Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG), the COP26 leadership and a selection of net-zero champions.

There are also plans to launch the report at an event, bringing together national and trade media, relevant government departments, industry representatives and parliamentarians with a specific interest in the environment and construction policy agenda. A set-piece launch will drive independent publicity and awareness via social media and follow-up engagement.

To hear the GK Strategy presentation on “Glazing – a Route to Net Zero” at Members’ Day – Book your free place via the online booking form click here to access

GGF Members’ Day 2021

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James Lee, GGF Director of External Affairs, outlines what Members can expect at this year’s Members’ Day which takes place on 22nd September.

For the second successive year, due to the ongoing pandemic, Members’ Day will be virtual-only and will be a day of high quality of speakers and presentations covering a range of topics that are impacting our industry.

Members’ Day as always will incorporate the GGF Annual General Meeting that will include the election of the GGF’s auditors and bankers as well as approval of the GGF Annual Report and Accounts for 2020.

Following the AGM the GGF President will formally open Members’ Day 2021. The morning sessions include presentations on the GGF company performance and progress, market research and zero carbon.

Special guest speaker Lord Andrew Stunell, currently President of the National Home Improvement Council (NHIC) will present his views on energy efficiency and the government’s zero-carbon policies and targets. Lord Stunell has a very strong active background in construction practising as an architect before entering politics.

As an MP, he was successful in having his Sustainable and Secure Buildings Bill become an Act of Parliament in 2004 in his campaign for greener and safer buildings and in 2010, he was part of the coalition government operating in the Department of Local Government and Communities (now MHCLG).

In addition to Lord Stunell, the Members’ Day schedule includes presentations from the GK Strategy Team on Glazing – a Route to Zero Carbon, Anda Gregory, GGF Chief Development Officer on Market Knowledge and John Agnew GGF Group Managing Director on the Federation’s progress and projects.

In the afternoon session, the focus shifts to technical, health and safety and training with a key GGF announcement and a panel discussion including experts from the fields of government, training and qualifications. 

The GGF has together a jam-packed programme to ensure Members have an engaging and memorable experience. Please see the full agenda below:

Members’ Day Programme

10.00: President’s Welcome

10.10: AGM

10.20: GGF Performance – John Agnew, GGF Group Managing Director

10:45: Increasing Market Knowledge – Anda Gregory, GGF Chief Development Officer

11.00: Open Forum

11.30: Break

11.45: Keynote speaker – Lord Stunell, (President, NHIC) on Energy Efficiency

12.05: Glazing – A Route to Net Zero from GK Strategy

12.25: Close of the morning session

12:30: Lunch

1.00: Opening of the Afternoon session

1.05: Technical Matters – Mark Oliver (Primary Authority Partnership) on assured advice

1.25: Tech Talk – Open Forum – The GGF Technical Team present the issues affecting our industry and invite your views

1.45: Glass Charter – James MacPherson, GGF Health, Safety and Environment Manager

2:00: GGF New Project Announcement – John Agnew, GGF Group Managing Director

2.15: Kickstart – Ian Smith, Department of Work and Pensions

2.25: Tackling the Training Issues – Panel Discussion

2.50: President’s Closing Remarks

3.00: Close of conference

With Members’ Day starting at 10 am, we’ve split the programme into three sessions, morning, late morning and afternoon with a finish at 3 pm. It promises to be another superb GGF event exclusively for Members.

Book your free place via the online booking form click here to access

Spotlight on a Member

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In this edition of GLASSi, we turn on the spotlight on Mark Gajda, the Chair of the GGF Systems House Group and the most recently appointed Member of the GGF Board.

Mark has been part of the REHAU UK team for 20 years and has been involved in the GGF Systems House Group and Window and Door Group, for the last 6 years. In this exclusive interview, Mark shares his background and his thoughts on the GGF, his Board appointment and the Systems House Group.

Congratulations on being appointed to the GGF Board, how does feel to represent the GGF Systems House Group at Board level?

Firstly, may I thank my predecessor Gareth Jones, who helped elevate the Systems House Group’s profile in the GGF and in the industry. I hope to build on this and continue the strong representation of the Systems Houses within the GGF membership as best I can. So I am humbled but pleased to be in a position where I can help primarily our Members and also the wider industry.

What is your role at REHAU?

Currently I am Head of Technical Services and Certification Manager for REHAU Ltd where I started, initially as a Design Engineer before taking up various positions including Head of Quality REHAU UK for the windows and automotive sector. My career path also includes experience in working to ISO 9001 & TS 16949 audit requirements and working with organisations aiming to – identify, document, implement and maintaining controlled improvements, to ensure customer expectations are met as well as achieving the broader company objectives.

In your view, what qualities will you bring to the GGF Board?  

I have a good understanding of all aspects of our industry and over the years have developed close working relationships throughout which, assists with my role within REHAU Ltd and, will further assist to establish a positive and valued position within the GGF. My aim is to contribute towards improving the support and guidance the GGF provides for all our Members.

What issues are currently being worked on by the Systems House Group?

As Chairman of the Systems House Group, I recently oversaw the development of the GGF’s Product Substitutions guidance which focused on the effect product substitutions have on third party certifications. As an industry must ensure products are “fit for purpose”, have been tested and are proven to meet the requirements for the intended application. Recent history shows that failure to provide the right products and associated information can have devastating consequences including serious injury and/or even loss of life. So we felt it was an important piece of guidance for all companies in our industry.

The Group is also working with the GGF Marketing and External Affairs team to increase the online presence of the Group. We are doing this through a new web section which will have more content and features as well as being be easier to navigate due to a new layout. I am sure all in the Group are looking forward to its introduction in September.

Do you have a message for GGF Members?

The GGF is doing a lot of positive and great work in many areas from technical, health and safety, environment and training. Overall, I am looking to strengthen and improve the Systems House Group’s standing within industry and welcome any companies with similar values, who want to join the GGF and work with us across all parts of the industry.

GLASSi – Spring 2021 Edition

Glassi |

From the Top
John Agnew, GGF Managing Director reflects on the first quarter of 2021… Read more

Interview with the President
New GGF President, Tony Smith of Pilkington United Kingdom Ltd part of the NSG Group, shares his industry background, views and optimism for the future of the GGF… Read more

Tribute to Stephen Byers… the Father of ‘Non-Stick’ Glass Surface Technology
The GGF sadly lost a popular and respected Member, GLASSi pays tribute to Stephen Byers… Read more

Tech Talk
This month sees the launch of the newly designed Technical Homepage on the GGF website, providing Members with easier navigation and access to the GGF library of technical information… Read more

Get it in the Diary
All your group, region and committee meeting dates for 2021… Read more

Adding real value for the benefit of Members
The GGF Marketing and External Affairs team has launched the GGF Digital Marketing Toolkit. James Lee, GGF Director of External Affairs discusses the background to this new benefit for members.. Read more

Great start to 2021 for GGF Health, Safety and Environment
James MacPherson, GGF Health, Safety and Environment Manager, reflects on a productive first quarter of 2021 and looks ahead to the rest of the year with great optimism… Read more

GGF Highlights Importance of Operating Legally

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In the last 18 months, the GGF has stepped up its support for Members dealing with consumers, to ensure they continue to operate legally, simultaneously the GGF has also acted on those companies who are in breach of legislation and regulation.

At a time when there are reports that the industry is “booming”, it is important that all companies remain fully aware of their legal obligations.

A recent case of a company in Norfolk was pursued by Trading Standards and resulted in a director of a local window company being convicted ofcontravening professional diligence (under consumer protection regulations) and fraudulent trading. The director was sentenced to; 6 months’ imprisonment, suspended for 21 months for the fraudulent trading, 3 months’ imprisonment, suspended for 21 months and for lack of professional diligence 200 hours’ unpaid work.

Trading Standards added that further proceedings will continue under the Proceeds of Crime Act in respect of compensation and costs orders.

Last month the GGF launched the revised and updated GGF Consumer Code of Practice to help companies follow best practice when dealing with consumers. The GGF’s legal advisers contributed to the publication of the revised Code to ensure that companies adhering to the Code of Practice would be clear on their obligations to abide with consumer legislation.  

In addition, the GGF Membership and Review has expelled two companies from GGF Membership. One for non-compliance with legal standards and the other for breach of contract with the consumer.

John Agnew, GGF Group Managing Director commented:

“It is clear that companies are being held to account by the enforcement bodies and the GGF will continue to support its Members to comply with the law and to protect themselves and their customers.”

The new GGF Consumer Code of Practice is available for free download here  

How to hold a disciplinary – free guide for GGF Members

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For most businesses, the past year has brought up some unique people challenges. With having to adapt working styles and communicate their policies surrounding tricky areas such as testing and vaccinations (plus keep up to date with COVID-secure measures), we know that many businesses have struggled with the complex HR issues involved.

If you are experiencing people challenges, are you confident you’re able to follow a fair and consistent disciplinary procedure?

The experts of GGF partner, Citation, have created this handy guide packed with useful tips based on the most common questions they receive from their clients, including mistakes that might trip you up and how best to avoid them.

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Your GGF Member benefit

If you’d like to chat about how Citation can help with the HR and Health & Safety side of your business, just give them a call on 0345 844 1111, or fill in their call-back form and they’ll get right back to you.

Quote ‘Glass & Glazing Federation’ when enquiring to access your Member benefit.

GGF Members’ Day speakers confirmed – Book Now

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Members’ Day, the GGF’s biggest event of the year takes place on 22nd September and for the second successive year, it will be virtual only due to the ongoing pandemic, which is continuing to impact our industry.

Last year the quality of speakers and presentations were high and topics from the economic and political situation through to technical, health, safety and environment were covered. This year will have to same breadth and quality to ensure Members have an engaging and memorable experience.

Lord Andrew Stunell

The GGF can confirm that Lord Andrew Stunell will be the keynote speaker. Lord Stunell has a very strong active background in construction practicing as an architect before entering politics.

As an MP, he was successful in having his Sustainable and Secure Buildings Bill become an Act of Parliament in 2004 in his campaign for greener and safer buildings.

In 2010, he was part of the coalition government operating in the Department of Local Government and Communities (now MHCLG).

With his background, knowledge and views, Lord Stunell promises to be an engaging guest speaker at Members’ Day.

In addition, GK Strategy the political advisory company will present on a new GGF project titled “Glazing – a route to Net Zero”.

Members’ Day will also incorporate the GGF Annual General Meeting which will be followed by the official opening of Members’ Day consisting of presentations, forums, debates and panel discussions.

The day starts at 10am and is split into three sessions, morning, late morning and afternoon. It promises to be another superb GGF event exclusively for Members.

Book your free place via the online booking form click here to access

Look out for the next edition of GLASSi due out 20th August. This will be a special Members’ Day edition with more details on the agenda, guest speakers and features.

GGF gets HMRC clarification on reverse VAT charge

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The GGF recently contacted the government department HMRC (Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs) for clarification on the exemptions for the reverse vat charge under the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS).

In the initial GGF letter to HMRC, the Federation asked for assistance and clarification with the recent changes in the CIS, in particular reverse charges to Value Added Tax (VAT) for contractors and subcontractors (CIS 340).

These type of companies have always been exempt from the CIS, but under the recent changes brought about after 6th April 2021, Building Firms, Main Contractors and some Customers are now operating the reverse charge of VAT with many sub-contractors throughout the UK.

It has resulted in many main contractors automatically making deductions from invoices without fully understanding the context of the scheme with regards to exemptions.

GGF Members have become increasingly frustrated that many of the main contractors are not following these exemption guidelines and just clustering all sub-contractors together and as such asked the GGF to contact HMRC for clarification.

On the 13th August HMRC replied to the GGF to confirm the following categories are out of scope of the CIS and should therefore not be subject to the reverse VAT charge. Please see exclusions below.

Operations excluded:

  • manufacture or offsite fabrication of components or equipment, materials, plant or machinery and delivery of these to the site – for example:
    • traditional building materials including components of windows/doors and conservatories
  • manufacture, delivery, repair, servicing or maintenance of these items:
    • fire protection works including Fire Resistant Glazing
  • manufacture and delivery of:
    • glazing materials including all components of windows/doors and conservatories
  • manufacture and installation of solar, blackout or anti-shatter film

To find out more about the CIS please link here

New Consultations

News, Technical News |

As part of the overall initiative for the UK’s drive and commitment to Net Zero by 2045, the Scottish Government have published a consultation document entitled Scottish Building Regulations – Energy Standards and associated topics. As well as proposals for energy saving, the document also covers related topics such as ventilation and overheating. The consultation closes on the 15th October 2021. Members may access the consultation by clicking here

Members will be aware of the importance placed on both PAS2030 and PAS2035 for acceptance onto the Green Homes Grant scheme earlier in the year. Both documents have now had amendments added (+A1) and are out for public comments. Please note that comments are only for the amendments and not for the full documents. The closing date for both is the 6th September 2021.

PAS2030+A1

PAS2035+A1

We would encourage members to submit their own responses and submit any suggestions for the official GGF responses to techteam@ggf.org.uk

The GGF Group’s First Market Knowledge Report – Get your FREE copy

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The first of any narrated industry analysis to be published for more than four years, this new report is the precursor to the launch of an on-demand data service from 2022 that drills deeper than ever before

The GGF, together with two of the organisation’s commercial entities FENSA and BFRC (British Fenestration Rating Council), have combined resources and data, to produce the GGF Group Market Knowledge Report for the UK glass & glazing industry. Long overdue, it is the first to use analytical insights, which have now been combined with factual installation data, for more than four years and in effect, produced for the industry, by the industry.

FENSA has a unique status in the industry. As the largest competent persons scheme in the UK with more than 6,300 Approved Installers, it notifies over 77% of installations registered in England and Wales, and now with a recently established presence in Scotland.  As such, the data presented in this report provides a thorough and accurate representation of the industry’s most recent performance, with data provided from installations completed during the past three and a half years, from January 2018 to June 2021.

The BFRC data provides a breakdown of live licences for windows and doors and also analysis of products by energy rating. When combined with FENSA data, this provides a wide-reaching indication of product trends across the country, both currently and historically.

The GGF provides a broader backdrop of the sector, with combined input from manufacturing, fabrication, installation and also political and social issues impacting on the industry.

This initial report has been designed following extensive discussions with a number of industry partners, which established the key criteria for the project. The industry consultation shaped what will be covered in future reports as well as the expansion of the FENSA Knowledge Hub to become a subscription service that will enable the analysis of key industry data, covering other aspects of the supply chain, and with ‘real time’ data access.

The Market Knowledge Report Content

The report contains analysis on the wider economic backdrop, offering a narrative on key political, economic and social influences to have affected the market during the past two years. A further section on the grey market, considers the crucial issue and impact of window and door installations that are carried out outside of any competent persons schemes. The Industry Performance & Circumstances section provides a narrative derived from internal and external reports and data which, together with anecdotal evidence and observations, offers a market overview.

The section entitled FENSA Installation Data provides recorded statistics on the replacement of domestic windows and doors from January 2018 through to June 2021, the first time such information has been made publicly available. The breakdown includes numbers of windows, doors, installations, windows per installation and doors per installation. Drawn from installations logged by more than 6,300 FENSA Approved Installers, these statistics alone provide the most comprehensive factual picture possible of the domestic replacement market during the past three and a half years.

FENSA Regional Data provides geographical data on installations, whilst Local Authority Performance (by installations) provides an insight into the top 10 performing local authorities whilst also offering a breakdown of average cost per job and cost per unit across the period covered. RISA Assessment Ratings is drawn from 40,000 assessments carried out on FENSA Approved Installers by RISA, the GGF inspection organisation. This data ranks installations seen between 1 and 5 (the higher the better).

The Window Licence Overview provides data recorded by BFRC and offers a glimpse of the uptake in technological advancements and innovations in the design and production of increasingly energy efficient windows and doors.

Future Reporting

Whilst the report has extraordinary importance for an industry that has enjoyed little in the way of analysis in the past four years, it is the precursor to the FENSA Knowledge Hub, a service that will be launched early in 2022 that will give access to this and other data in the future, in near real time and on demand. As examples, the information may be relevant to installers seeking to gauge their performance against others in their area regarding the number and average cost of installations; and manufacturers on the number and type of products being installed and against a geographical breakdown.

The service will be supplemented by bi-annual Key Knowledge Reports which, whilst summarising the data will also provide analysis and commentary on the state of the industry as a whole. All data provided is ‘blind’, with all sources remaining strictly anonymous.

John Agnew, GGF Group Managing Director

The availability of such data is expected to revolutionise the field of market data and intelligence for the UK window and door replacement sector. John Agnew, Managing Director of the GGF Group said:

“The home improvement sector of the UK window and door market has not seen the publication of any meaningful industry insights since 2017 and consequently, companies at all levels within the window and door industry are basing key strategic planning initiatives using old data and forecasts, and educated guesses.“The GGF Market Knowledge Report and the FENSA Knowledge Hub that will be launched in 2022, not only redress this information ‘vacuum’, they provide factual data that has simply never been previously available.”

Andy Gregory, GGF Chief Development Officer

Anda Gregory, Chief Development Officer for GGF Group says that the Market Knowledge Report and, from 2022, FENSA Knowledge Hub, will advance window and door industry research and data analysis to a level that has not previously been possible:

“The information that we are making available using FENSA and BFRC data, is the most comprehensive and detailed available for the English and Welsh home improvement sectors. Combined with insights and analysis provided by the most experienced and knowledgeable minds in the industry, it provides invaluable insight to our industry.

“When available from next year,” continued Anda, “the online tool will provide factual information with the minutest detail within days of installations being completed. Supplemented by BFRC product licencing data, companies will be able to manage their businesses – installers, component and materials suppliers and manufacturers – in ways that have previously not been possible.”

The GGF Group Glazing Market Knowledge Report is available free of charge to GGF members, FENSA Approved Installers and BFRC customers.

Copies to all non GGF Group Members are available at a cost of £250 + VAT in the GGF Shop here

Edgetech customers report 100% OTIF

Members News |

Customers of world-leading warm-edge manufacturers Edgetech have reported
receiving 100% of their orders on time and in full in a recent survey.

Edgetech has carried out quarterly surveys for a number of years now,
closely monitoring levels of customer satisfaction to ensure they continue to
offer the highest standard of service.

This year, as part of that long-standing commitment to customer service,
it’s invested in the Netigate survey platform to improve the efficiency of
gathering and analysing the responses, which will allow it to consult both the
IGU manufacturers it works with and its own staff more regularly.

In the most recent customer survey 100% of the respondents reported that
they’d continued to receive orders on time and in full, despite the huge
disruption caused by the pandemic – with one commenting: “you are keeping the
supply chain unbroken, which in the current situation is fantastic.”

Edgetech Managing Director Chris Alderson comments: “The last twelve
months has been one of the most successful periods in the history of UK
fenestration – but it’s brought many challenges as well.

“The pandemic and soaring consumer demand have had an unprecedented
impact on supply chains worldwide.

“At Edgetech, we’ve not been immune to that – no business has. But thanks
to the dedication of our team, we’ve been able to minimise the effect on our
customers, and, in the vast majority of cases, continued to deliver on time and
in full.

“We’d like to thank everyone who took the time to complete the survey –
consultations like these are hugely valuable, and help us offer even better
service.”

For
more information, please call 02476 639931 or visit www.edgetechig.co.uk

Edgetech customers report 100% OTIF

Members News |

Customers of world-leading warm-edge manufacturers Edgetech have reported receiving 100% of their orders on time and in full in a recent survey.

Edgetech has carried out quarterly surveys for a number of years now, closely monitoring levels of customer satisfaction to ensure they continue to offer the highest standard of service.

This year, as part of that long-standing commitment to customer service, it’s invested in the Netigate survey platform to improve the efficiency of gathering and analysing the responses, which will allow it to consult both the IGU manufacturers it works with and its own staff more regularly.

In the most recent customer survey 100% of the respondents reported that they’d continued to receive orders on time and in full, despite the huge disruption caused by the pandemic – with one commenting: “you are keeping the supply chain unbroken, which in the current situation is fantastic.”

Edgetech Managing Director Chris Alderson comments: “The last twelve months has been one of the most successful periods in the history of UK fenestration – but it’s brought many challenges as well.

“The pandemic and soaring consumer demand have had an unprecedented impact on supply chains worldwide.

“At Edgetech, we’ve not been immune to that – no business has. But thanks to the dedication of our team, we’ve been able to minimise the effect on our customers, and, in the vast majority of cases, continued to deliver on time and in full.

“We’d like to thank everyone who took the time to complete the survey – consultations like these are hugely valuable, and help us offer even better service.”

 

For more information, please call 02476 639931 or visit www.edgetechig.co.uk

Super Spacer® T-Spacer™ helps Oslo’s Økern Portal aim for BREEAM certification

Members News |

Scandinavian nations have long been ahead of the curve when it comes to sustainability – and Norway is often cited as the greenest country in the world.

In 2016, the Norwegian Parliament made a radical commitment to becoming carbon neutral by 2030 – most of the world’s developed countries are aiming for 2050 – and hydropower already accounts for 95% of the nation’s energy.

Which means it’s no surprise that Norway is home to some of the world’s most innovative green buildings.

Økern Portal is one such development – an 80,000 square-metre complex in Oslo, the country’s capital, containing office spaces, hotels, shops and restaurants.

The striking building was constructed on stilts, designed to look like the trunks of trees, while horizontal facets in its glass and aluminium façade resemble leaves.

It’s a fitting aesthetic, because the Økern Portal has been built to be sustainable in every respect.

Tasked with imagining a cutting-edge structure capable of achieving BREEAM certification, the Portal’s designers produced one that minimised energy use, waste and pollution, and was made of sustainable materials.

Its highly distinctive 14,600 square-metre façade consists of 75% end-of-life aluminium, with a guaranteed carbon footprint of less than 2.3kg of carbon dioxide per 1kg of metal – 84% lower than average.

Meanwhile, on the roof, the building is helping re-establish biodiversity in Oslo, featuring urban gardens and beehives, as well as running tracks.

Achieving outstanding environmental performance also meant paying considerable attention to the glazing.

The Portal’s first two floors feature 3,000 square metres of triple glazing, featuring highly translucent, colour-neutral solar control glass, capable of sound insulation of between 32 and 38dB, and offering U-values of 0.6 or below.

One crucial element contributing to that exceptional performance is Edgetech’s Super Spacer® T-Spacer™ Premium.

To achieve a thickness of 55mm for each unit, T-Spacer™ in widths of 14, 16 or 18mm were used in conjunction with the automated application line operated by respected Danish glass supplier Glaseksperten.

“T-Spacer™ is our preferred warm edge for demanding sustainability projects such as the Økern Portal due to its excellent energy performance,” comments Glaseksperten Sales Manager Jess Gregersen. “It also helps us ensure extremely precise spacer application, even under high-pressure deadlines.”

Edgetech Managing Director Chris Alderson comments: “With urgent action needed all over the world to rapidly cut carbon emissions and prevent the worst impacts of climate change, it’s hugely encouraging to see so many innovative new developments achieving impressive leaps in sustainability.

“As ever, at Edgetech, we’re delighted and proud to play a part in delivering the green buildings of tomorrow.”

 

For more information, please call 02476 639931 or visit www.edgetechig.co.uk

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