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Abelglass Trade Supplies Limited

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For anything glass – choose Abelglass!

Not only do we supply and install the highest quality uPVC and aluminium Windows, Bi-Folding/Folding, Composite, panoramic Sliding & uPVC Doors, Conservatories, Guttering, Soffits and External Cladding – our highly skilled staff are also able to cut glass to size to create coloured glass splashbacks and unique table tops. We also design made to measure mirrors, stunning glass staircases & balustrades and shelves

Customer projects are our passion, and we love working with you to create something which is uniquely yours.

We understand the importance of security in your home. Which is why we use fully qualified installers and the best quality fittings. To ensure the windows we supply in Blackpool, Poulton le Fylde, Lytham St Annes, Thornton Cleveleys & Fleetwood are fitted safely and securely. For double glazing Blackpool, choose Abelglass.

Our windows can also help increase the efficiency of your home, keeping you warm in winter and cool in summer. New doors can make a world of difference to your property’s appearance, creating a warm welcome or focal point with great views.

Fensterbau 2020 – UK Pavilion co-exhibitors announced

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The UK Pavilion at Fensterbau Frontale 2020, hosted by the Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) has been finalised with some of the UK glazing industry’s leading organisations co-exhibiting at the world’s largest international trade fair for the window industry.

The GGF started the UK Pavilion at Fensterbau 2016 and since then it has gone from strength to strength, providing a platform for companies to reach a huge international audience in excess of 100,000 trade visitors.

At Fensterbau 2020, the UK Pavilion will continue to be the number destination for visiting UK companies. Situated in Hall 4A Stand 305, the UK Pavilion will occupy an 80m2 space on the main thoroughfare between Halls 3 and 4.

As well as hosts, the GGF, the co-exhibitors who have signed up to the UK Pavilion are:

  • BSI – the business standards company that helps organizations make excellence a habit
  • Business Pilot – a CRM / ERP system built by installers for installers, that will improve your business performance
  • Fenestrology – The Fenestration Consulting Specialists for conciliation, pathology reports, remediation, management services and training
  • Glazpart – the leader in plastic glazing accessories and ventilation
  • GQA Qualifications – the Glazing Industry’s Specialist Awarding Body
  • RITEC International – developer and manufacturer of the only complete system for glass renovation, ‘non-stick’ protection and maintenance

Fensterbau Frontale 2020 takes place in Nuremberg on 18-21 March and reflects the worldwide innovations in windows, doors and facades. Architects, carpenters, window and facade manufacturers, and the specialist trade will update on the latest profile systems, glass in architecture, fixing equipment, hardware, safety equipment, machines, installations and many more products.

James Lee, GGF Director of External Affairs commented on the plans for the UK Pavilion:

“Following the success of the UK Pavilion at Fensterbau in 2016 and 2018 and the interest we have received since, we were keen to return in 2020, even better than before. All six co-exhibitors are specialists in their sectors and cover a broad spectrum of the industry. It promises to be a great event next year.”

On the UK Pavilion, participating companies will hold sales promotions, product demonstrations, video screenings and presentations as well as taking advantage of multiple networking opportunities in the UK Pavilion Cafe. The GGF is also planning a special British Reception held on the Pavilion on the second day of the show, Thursday 19th March from 12 noon.

As the event draws closer, the GGF will be revealing more news and information on the features of the UK Pavilion at Fensterbau Frontale 2020.

To find out more on Fensterbau Frontale 2020 please visit https://www.frontale.de/en

GGF new applicants

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The GGF is pleased to accept and process the following applications listed below. Please see the details below. 

Company: Elite Door & Window Operating Equipment Limited

Address: Asheton Farm, Tysea Hill, Stapleford Abbots, Essex, RM4 1JU

Region:  East Anglia

Website: http://www.elite-sec.com/

Directors: Ben McCayna

Company: Cresco Wood Works Ltd (trading as) Cresco Windows & Doors

Address: Unit 9, Britannia Court, Basildon, Essex, SS13 1EU

Region:  East Anglia

Website: www.crescowindowsanddoors.co.uk

Directors: David Thomas; Roy Thomas

Company: Hadley Group

Address: Downing Street, Smethwick, West Midlands, B66 2PA

Region:  Midlands

Website: www.hadleygroup.com

Directors: Richard Neale, Michael Castellucci, Ben Towe, Gillian Towe, Jonathan Jaggar, Stewart Towe

Gillingham Glass Company Limited

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About Gillingham Glass

Gillingham Glass Company Limited was launched in May 2005. The team have over 25 years of experience. With all their knowledge Gillingham Glass can offer expert advice on ‘anything and everything’ that involves glass, UPVc and plastics.

Our wide range of services includes a full glass and glazing service. All types of mirrors all round what ever size or shape, traditional lead lights or stick on lead, splashbacks, table tops and many other glass related products. On our home improvement side we can offer UPVc windows, doors, secondary glazing and conservatories, plastics including fascias, soffits, cladding and guttering. Our services offer supply only or supply & fix to both trade and domestic customers.

All double glazed units, UPVc windows and doors hold a 10 year guarantee.

We are a Fensa registered company and also offer a deposit and guarantee insurance that gives you peace of mind.

We supply our glass & glazing services to the areas of Dorset, Wiltshire, Berkshire, Hampshire, Somerset and much more of the South West and are happy to visit your home or business premises and provide a free quotation under no obligation. We at Gillingham Glass not only feel it is important to be competitive with price but also strive to provide a very high standard and professional service.

Jordans Glass Services

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When it comes to glass, Jordans The Glass & uPVC Company have got it covered. Independent and professional glass and glazing specialists with over 10 years’ experience in all things glass, you can count on us to deliver exactly what you’re looking for. From replacement double glazed units for windows and doors through to beautifully bespoke mirrors, balustrades and splashbacks, we offer a one stop shop service that saves you time and money, with absolutely no compromise on quality.

More financial responsibility ahead for senior managers

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New regulation for financial responsibility is set to be introduced and will mean that senior managers will now be more responsible and accountable for the financial conduct for businesses.

The Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SM&RC) is a new piece of regulation from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) which will replace the current Approved Persons Regime.

Under the current Approved Persons Regime, when you apply for your business to be authorised and regulated by the FCA, your Director(s) will have also applied to become ‘Approved Persons’. Essentially, the FCA vetted these people to determine whether they were fit and proper to run regulated businesses.

Under the Approved Persons Regime, the responsibility for a business complying with the FCA regulations sat with those approved persons (and for many businesses this was actually just one person, such as the Managing Director).

The FCA found that this approach resulted in other senior staff members not taking responsibility or accountability for their business areas, resulting in customer harm.

The purpose of SM&CR is, therefore, to make these key individuals more responsible and accountable for their actions and the actions of their business areas which should then improve conduct.

The GGF and its group of commercial companies are already preparing for this regulatory change. The SM&CR comes in to force on the 9th December 2019.

There will be a presentation at the next joint meeting of the GGF Window and Door Group and Conservatory Association on Thursday 7th November and all GGF Members are welcome to attend. 

To find out more about the new regulation please click here.

GGF ready with fresh approach ahead of Cabinet reshuffle

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With the Conservative leadership race in full swing, it will be a few more weeks before the UK finds out who the new Prime Minister will be, which will inevitably be followed by a cabinet re-shuffle.

While all the political activity is going on, the GGF Political Strategy Committee met on 1st July to discuss the status, progress and future plans for the GGF’s campaigns on fire safety, skills and training, energy efficiency. The GGF’s communications to Government departments on all three major campaigns is now on hold until early August when the cabinet re-shuffle is expected to be completed.

Kevin Buckley, GGF Chief Executive commented, “We are anticipating changes in the Cabinet when the new Prime Minister is elected. When the new appointments are made we will then approach the decision makers with fresh communications on our campaigns. In the meantime, we will continue to cascade any relevant information on our main three campaigns, plus Brexit and glazing in conservation areas as and when we have it.”

As part of the GGF’s Fire Safety campaign, next week, Adrian Blaydon, GGF Technical Officer will present on “The importance of fire resistant glazing” at the All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Fire Safety in the House of Commons.

Also this month, the GGF will attend meetings will political partners Construction Products Association (CPA) and the National Home Improvement Council (NHIC) on shared political goals such as improving fire safety and energy efficiency in buildings as well as looking for ways to tackle the increasing problems around skilled labour shortages and training for the industry.  

There will be a full update and presentation on all of the GGF’s political activity at the next joint meeting of the Window and Door Group and Conservatory Association in Solihull on the 8th August. If you wish to attend this meeting please contact Bridie Joyce, Home Improvement Secretary via email bjoyce@ggf.org.uk. 

GGF in energy efficiency talks with Government

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The GGF recently attended the British Energy Efficiency Federation’s Plenary at the Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS) Conference Centre in Westminster.

Directors of BEIS and senior civil servants were present to update delegates on the following areas:

  • Carbon taxation implications for companies and consumers
  • Zero Carbon Buildings by 2050
  • The progress of the Each Home Counts Scheme
  • The Government spending review 2021
  • Energy Efficiency in the rental sector
  • Clean growth strategy and the public sector

James Lee Director of External Affairs at the GGF

Representing the GGF, James Lee, Director of External Affairs commented, “The discussions were very useful and it was good to receive greater detail of the Government’s plans for energy efficiency in the short, medium and long term. Several issues affecting the glass and glazing industry were raised, in particular, the government-backed scheme Each Home Counts and how it will work for the benefit of home improvement companies. The concerns over local government restrictions on energy efficient measures being installed in conservation areas was also raised by the GGF, to make Government more aware of this increasing problem for glass and glazing companies.”

A full report of this meeting and update of the GGF’s political campaigns will be issued at the next joint meeting of the Conservatory Association and the Window and Door Group on 8th August at Solihull. If you would like to attend this meeting please contact Bridie Joyce, Home Improvement Secretary by email bjoyce@ggf.org.uk

New technical officer joins the GGF

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The GGF is pleased to announce that David Borland has joined the Federation as Technical Officer.

From a career which started in the family glazing business, David is a seasoned professional of the Glass & Window Industry. With almost 40 years’ experience in Production, Operations & Technical management in most areas of the trade including IGUs, Toughened Glass, Laminated Glass, Digital Printing, Decorative Glass, Aluminium & uPVC doors and windows.

David’s experience and knowledge has latterly seen him working as Technical Manager for Emirates Glass in both Dubai and subsequently in India, as well as an 18 month spell in Malaysia as Production Director for DDG Glass.

Throughout his career he has had a strong involvement with Production Improvement and Quality Control which has also brought with it an extremely broad knowledge of the industry. His grass roots knowledge coupled with a strong technical background should prove to be a great asset to the GGF’s Technical Department.

On accepting his new role David commented, “I am delighted to join the GGF at a time when our industry faces many technical challenges. I am very much looking forward to working with GGF Members and helping advise them on key technical issues affecting our industry.”

Steve Rice, Director of Technical Affairs added, “I am very pleased that David has joined the GGF Technical department. His wealth of expertise and knowledge will be of great value to the GGF and our Membership.”

Enjoyable FIT Show for GGF

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Following months of preparation and planning the GGF reflected on an enjoyable event as thousands of visitors attended the three-day show spread across three halls at Birmingham’s NEC from 21-23 May.

The GGF stand was a mixture of topical presentations, hospitality and a mini-golf game which many found fun as they attempted a hole in one.  
In other parts of the exhibition, the GGF presence was evident with eight presentations in the FIT Show Seminar programme and with over 30 GGF Members exhibiting at the show.

Kevin Buckley, GGF Group Chief Executive commented, “This was my first time attending FIT Show and I found it an interesting and useful event. I was also pleased to engage with so many Members who were either exhibiting or visiting.”

Richard Hearn, Head of Membership and Training commented, “I was pleased to participate in the new Skills Thursday initiative. We were able to highlight our focus on professionalising the industry through our “Training the Industry” campaign which upskills and trains Installers and Surveyors. The Skills Thursday debate was a great platform to share views and consider the solutions through effective industry collaboration. Andy Clegg our Chief Trainer and his team set a great challenge with their window and door installation build including 10 faults to identify – this tested even the best of the best who came along to our stand.”

The GGF’s James Lee

James Lee, GGF Director of External Affairs, added, “We did a huge amount to increase our profile at this year’s show and I was pleased with our build up, the preparation and the PR for the event. Our stand was well designed for a diverse audience who I feel enjoyed visiting whether it was for information on joining, technical support, training advice or just a social visit. The videos we displayed on the screens seemed to be well received and visitors enjoyed our golf hole in one competition. One outstanding feature of this year’s show was the build and design of the stands. It’s clear our industry put a lot of thought, time and investment into making FIT Show visually stunning.”

The winners of the GGF FIT Show “Hole in One” Golf draw were:

Day 1: Neil Blanchflower

Day 2: Stacey Leahy 

Day 3: Martin Greenfield

Congratulations to all three winners and each will receive a bottle of bubbly. 

Four new Members join the GGF

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The GGF is pleased to announce that the following four companies have joined the GGF Membership.

Beaumont Rose Glazing Contractors Limited

545 Garratt Lane

London

SW18 4SR

Tel: 020 8879 1056

Web: www.beaumontrose.co.uk

Email: info@beaumontrose.co.uk

VENA Limited

11 North Road Avenue

Hertford

Hertfordshire

SG14 2BT

Web: www.vena-ltd.co.uk

Email: okalux@vena-ltd.co.uk

Obsidian Glass Glazing Windows and Doors Limited

Unit 8, Beaumont Business Park Ltd

La Rue Du Craslin

St. Peter

Jersey

JE3 7BU

Web: www.obsidianglass.je

Email: sales@obsidianglass.je

Kedleston Windows & Doors Limited

33 Thornhill Road

Derby

Derbyshire

DE22 3LX

Web: www.kedlestonwindows.co.uk

Email: sales@kedlestonwindows.co.uk

GGF confirms participation at Fensterbau 2020

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The GGF has once again agreed to host the UK Pavilion at Fensterbau Frontale 2020 in Nuremberg on 18-21 March 2020.  

James Lee, GGF Director of External Affairs enthused, “Following last year’s outstanding success, our planning and promotion has now started and we are aiming to make the UK Pavilion at Fensterbau 2020, the best one yet.
I encourage all interested companies to contact us early to ensure they don’t miss out on an opportunity to exhibit at the world’s biggest window and door show.”

Though many of the co-exhibitors from last year’s UK Pavilion have expressed an interest in re-booking their stand space, the GGF is holding a provisional Fensterbau meeting on 13th June at the GGF offices and welcomes all those interested in co-exhibiting on the GGF UK Pavilion.

Having exhibited at Fensterbau since 2014, the GGF UK Pavilion is now a fixture and feature of the show and has become one of, if not the, key destination for visiting companies wanting to either sell into the UK or buy UK products for their own markets.  

As per previous years, the GGF will fully undertake the administration and organisation for all co-exhibiting companies and as before, the GGF will promote the whole event in the six months leading up to the event.
GGF Members as part of their membership benefits will be given a special discounted rate of 20% off the co-exhibiting costs.
If you would like to find out more about exhibiting on the GGF UK Pavilion at Fensterbau Frontale or would like to attend the Fensterbau meeting at the GGF Offices on 13th June, then please contact James Lee, GGF Director of External Affairs by email jlee@ggf.org.uk.

To find out more about Fensterbau Frontale 2020 please visit: https://www.frontale.de/en

Conservatory Association special presentation at next meeting

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Following the recent news that the GGF is supporting the Conservatory and Orangery Awards, the organisers, Glass and Glazing Products (GGP) magazine will be doing a special presentation at the next meeting of the Conservatory Association and Window and Door Group on 9th May at the Arden Hotel in Solihull.

Arden Hotel – Solihull

Luke Webster explains, “The Awards have been launched to recognise the innovation, talent and skill that has been the driving force behind the transformation in the sector over the last ten years.
We are very much looking forward to presenting the outline and content of the Conservatory & Orangery Awards to GGF Members in May.”

Midland Hotel – Manchester

Phil Goult, Conservatory Association Chairman commented, “I am delighted with the introduction of these awards to our industry. I have little doubt, they will boost the entire conservatory market and I encourage all Members operating in the sector to enter.”

The new awards will not only give winners and finalists the recognition they deserve but it will also highlight the great conservatories and orangeries available for homeowners.
Luke Wood explains, “The Awards have been launched to recognise the innovation, talent and skill that has been the driving force behind the transformation in the sector over the last ten years.
We are very much looking forward to presenting the outline and content of the Conservatory & Orangery Awards to GGF Members in May.”

All Members are invited to the next joint meeting of the Conservatory Association and Window and Door Group.

If you would like to attend this meeting and hear this presentation, please contact Bridie Joyce, Home Improvement Secretary by email bjoyce@ggf.org.uk.
To find out more about the Conservatory Association please visit: https://www.ggf.org.uk/groups/home-improvement-executive-groups/conservatory-association/

New locations for GGF training courses

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The GGF has secured three new locations in Glasgow, Manchester and Dublin for its training courses for installers and surveyors. 

Installer Training Courses

Glasgow – The Academy, Nisbet Business Centre, G31 5DS

April 23, 2019 (One day course)

April 25, 2019 (One day course)

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Belfast – CITB – Knutts Corner, Crumlin 

May 7, 2019 (One day course) to book – contact rhearn@ggf.org.uk

May 8, 2019 (One day course) to book – contact rhearn@ggf.org.uk

Manchester – Bohle Ltd, Tameside Park Industrial Estate, Dukinfield, SK16 4PP

May 14, 2019 (One day course)

May 16, 2019 (One day course)

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who wish to hone their skills. The focus is on quality outputs and ensuring you deliver a professional approach and avoid shortcuts which can lead to customer dissatisfaction – get it right first time. All training content is linked to existing GGF standards.

The course is open to both GGF Members and Non-Members. 

Whilst, this GGF training course is aimed at installers who already have some experience in the sector other members of the team can benefit such as:

  • Trainee window installers
  • Installation Managers
  • Regional Managers
  • Sales Managers
  • Sales Directors

For Surveyors

GGF Accredited Surveyor Training provides comprehensive instruction on professional surveying techniques for PVC-U, timber and aluminium windows and door-sets. It highlights many common pitfalls and arms candidates with the professional skills necessary to provide a quality surveying service with confidence and accuracy. The focus is on quality outputs and ensuring you deliver a professional approach avoiding customer dissatisfaction – get it right first time. All training content is linked to existing GGF standards.

The course is open to both GGF Members and Non Members. 

Glasgow – The Academy, Nisbet Business Centre, G31 5DS

April 24, 2019

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Dublin – Saint Gobain Technical Academy,
Kilcarbery Business Park, Dublin 22, D22 R2Y7

May 9, 2019

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Manchester – Bohle Ltd, Tameside Park Industrial Estate,
Dukinfield, SK16 4PP

May 15, 2019

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Whilst, this GGF training course is aimed at practising surveyors who already have some experience in the sector other members of the team can benefit such as:

  • Installation Managers looking to move into surveying
  • Company Directors
  • Operations Managers
  • Professional Retail or Commercial installation companies

And if you are in London and the South East!

As well as the new venues the GGF is continuing its training courses in London.

For Installers

London – GGF Offices, 40 Rushworth Street, SE1 0RB

June 25-26, 2019

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For Surveyors

London – GGF Offices, 40 Rushworth Street, SE1 0RB

June 27, 2019

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For Fire Resistant Glazing Installation Training

This course covers the theoretical knowledge required to work alongside practical experience, providing glaziers with the knowledge to ensure these safety critical products are installed correctly and be able to explain to others on site the importance of their specialism.

Course details: 

Glasgow – The Academy Nisbet Business Park G31 5ES

23 April 2019

24 April 2019

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Manchester – Bohle Limited Tameside Park Dukinfield SK16 4PP 

15 May 2019

16 May 2019

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London – GGF Offices, 40 Rushworth Street, SE1 0RB

12 June, 2019

18 September, 2019

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If you want to attend any of the above courses please with book via the links above or contact Richard Hearn, Head of Training and Membership, rhearn@ggf.org.uk 

Or visit the GGF website https://www.ggf.org.uk/training/

ADEVA Home Improvements Limited

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Adeva Home Improvements Limited was incorporated in 2003 and is successful in both the domestic and commercial markets.

 

We pride ourselves on the high standards of workmanship with which we carry out every installation. Over 95% of our domestic work is secured through recommendations.

 

We have been operating in the commercial sector for the last 4 years which amounts to 80% of our installations.

 

We offer the supply and installation of windows and doors in uPVC, aluminium and timber systems throughout the South East and London Area.

 

We can carry out the supply and installation of uPVC cladding and roofline works.

 

We have very strong relationships with numerous companies and have completed successful projects for the following contractors:

 

  • Mulalley & Co. Ltd.
  • Axis Europe PLC
  • Mears Group
  • BEC Construction Ltd.
  • Hamilton (Building Contractors) Ltd.
  • Riverside Direct
  • East Kent Housing

 

We are a GGF member and FENSA Registered Company and can provide a full 10-year Insurance Backed Guarantee, together with our standard Company guarantee for the work we carry out.

 

We hold full Public Liability Insurance documentation required for your project.

 

We are members of CHAS (Construction Health & Safety Scheme) and Construction Line and have completed HSE courses with certified documentation.

MyGlazing.com hits ONE MILLION!

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The GGF’s consumer advice website MyGlazing.com has hit a landmark one million page views in just over three years since was set up.

MyGlazing.com was set up in 2016 to help homeowners make a more informed choice when selecting windows, doors and conservatories.

Since then, the site has seen remarkable growth with over 600,000 users exploring products and advice from 24 sectors within the glass and glazing industry.

James Lee, GGF Director of External Affairs, who started the site, commented, “MyGlazing.com has been an incredible journey. Its creation came from GGF members who were repeatedly asking for a consumer-friendly website because they felt the GGF website was and still is a trade-focused website.

So we set it up and followed a smart search engine optimisation strategy and clear digital marketing plan that included social media, national competitions and adding consumer-friendly features.
The site is now attracting almost a quarter of a million homeowners each year.”

Since it started, MyGlazing.com has also added many features including the GGF Energy Savings Calculator that allows homeowners to calculate their fuel and money savings when replacing their windows and doors.

The site is also home to the national completion Window with a View which boasts winning views from windows from high profile venues such as the Liverpool Museum of Art and Tower Bridge. This competition receives wide PR coverage, raising the brand awareness of MyGlazing.com to millions of homeowners each year.

The essence of the site though is its consumer advice with dozens of useful articles, hundreds of product images and over 300 company profiles. The content is packed with high-quality advice for homeowners installing glazing. It covers areas such as insurance, deposit protection, the legal issues around certification of replacement windows and doors, resolving disputes with companies, planning guidance and a very useful section Top Ten Tips before you buy.

James Lee concluded, “The site has many features, but one of its most useful is our fully searchable directory of over 300 consumer-facing companies. All are GGF Members and follow our Consumer Code of Practice, so consumers should know that when they are using the MyGlazing.com directory they will find the best installers in their area.

Our plans for 2019 are three-fold:
1 – Increase the content on MyGlazing.com
2 – Get more homeowners to the site
3 – and ultimately redirect them to GGF Member companies.

To see the progress of the site why note visit www.myglazing.com.

 

Four new companies join the GGF

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The GGF is delighted to announce the following four companies have joined the GGF Membership.

Stroud Windows (Gloucestershire) Ltd
(t/a) The Stroud Window Company
The Stroud Window Company has been supplying Stroud, the Five Valleys and Gloucestershire with premium quality windows, doors and conservatories since 1982.
As well as supplying they do all their own installing and are committed to delivering a high level of customer service. Read more about them on their website www.stroudwindows.com or contact them direct:

The Stroud Window Company
Unit 19
Ryeford Industrial Estate
Stonehouse
Gloucestershire
GL10 2LA
Tel: 0453 824 032
Web: www.stroudwindows.com
Email: sales@stroudwindows.com

Artin Skylight Limited  (trading as) Skylight Fitters
Skylight Fitters started life as a traditional building company (G.A BUILDERS) that carried out all types of building work and over the years they are proud to have built and managed many homes and extensions.
In 2011, noticing that there was a shortage of reliable, professional roof window installers they decided to offer a professional and reliable roof window service.
They have invested in the best training and have obtained the highest professional certification in the industry for their dedicated team of roof window installers. Skylight Fitters are very proud of their reputation for great service and high quality workmanship.
Read more about them on their website www.skylightfitters.com or contact them direct:

Skylight Fitters
197 Lower Richmond Road
Richmond
Surrey, TW9 4LL
Tel: 0203 795 8989
Web: www.skylightfitters.com
Email: sales@skylightfitters.com

Daylight Energy Ltd
Daylight Energy was established in 2014 by David Humphriss who has over 15 years’ experience in the renewable energy field. His vast knowledge in renewable & sustainable solutions, home improvements and business management enables Daylight Energy to provide an unrivalled service to the customer, together with competitive rates for quality products and installations.
Daylight Energy Ltd specialise in creating and offering a number of bespoke renewable energy systems that are able to deliver significant savings to the home owner whilst reducing the carbon footprint of the property.
They are constantly exploring new opportunities within the renewable energy sector ensuring that they are always able to provide the most efficient, cost effective and up to date products that are available; renewable energy is their passion!
Read more about them on their website www.daylightenergy.co.uk or contact them direct:

Daylight Energy Ltd
Unit 19
Slader Business Park
Witney Road
Poole
Dorset
BH17 0PG
Tel: 01202 800 135
Email: david.humphriss@daylightenergy.co.uk
Web: www.daylightenergy.co.uk

Home Repair Network Limited
Home Repair Network Limited (HRNL) is an independent Contractor Manager for the UK Property damage industry. The business manages individual networks of approved local Tradespersons and Building Contractors to provide simple ‘hassle free’ services for UK Insurance Companies and Home Owners to manage less complex building damage claims.
Often high quality local Tradespersons and smaller Building Repair Contractors have been excluded from undertaking repairs on properties damaged as part of an Insurance claim due to other networks insistence on using larger Regional Building Contractors.
Many of the larger Regional Building Contractors sub contract their repair work for specialist trades, such as Roofing and Garage Door repairs or where the location of the Customers home is outside their normal working area.  This can often add cost and unnecessary delays to what should be a straightforward process for validating and repairing a property damage claim.
The HRNL aim is to streamline the process for appointing a local Building Contractor, validating the damage incurred, preparing a suitable estimate and undertaking the required repair work by dealing directly with individual approved and vetted local Tradespersons and Building Contractors across the UK.  HRNL are confident that by using local tradespeople, combined with the use of the latest digital technology, the time taken to complete claims can be significantly reduced thereby improving customer service.
To find out more visit the HRNL website www.hrnl.co.uk or contact them direct.

Home Repair Network Limited
Unit 8, The Willows
Ransom Wood Business Park
Mansfield, Nottinghamshire
NG21 0HJ
Tel: 0203 795 8989
Web: www.hrnl.co.uk
Email: enquiries@hrnl.co.uk

FENSA to launch new homeowner marketing campaign on TV

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FENSA has announced it will launch a new homeowner marketing campaign in 2019, kicking things off with a bang in March with the debut of its first ever TV advert.

The fully integrated campaign will also feature an updated brand mark, a website relaunch, social media promotion, trade advertising, and the provision of sales and marketing toolkits to FENSA Approved Installers.

It will be the first time FENSA, which is a GGF Group company, has advertised on TV since it started operating in 2002 as the original competent person scheme for the installation of replacement windows and doors in England and Wales.

FENSA Director of Membership Chris Beedel says the new campaign has been informed by consumer and industry research, including extensive outreach among installation companies.

It will seek to raise more awareness of FENSA among homeowners and remind them why they need to choose a FENSA Approved Installer for their replacement windows and doors and ensure that they will receive a FENSA certificate when the work is completed.

“Our Approved Installers from the Nationals to the local companies told us they want FENSA to do more to promote them to homeowners, to educate consumers about why they should ask for a FENSA certificate as proof that the work meets the building regulations, is energy efficient and registered with the Local Council,” Chris says.

“So that’s exactly what we’re doing. We’re really excited to take FENSA to TV for the first time and to celebrate the scheme’s success at having registered over 13.5 million installations accounting for approximately 60 million products.”

Chris expects the campaign to also raise wider awareness of energy ratings which were recently showcased at the BFRC Fabricators Forum, and the importance of insurance to back up the installation guarantee.

GGF Commercial Managing Director Anda Gregory says there is much for GGF Members to be excited about in FENSA’s plans for 2019.

 

Anda Gregory – GGF Commercial Managing Director

“If you’re already a FENSA Approved Installer this is a fantastic opportunity for you. Not only will consumers see your FENSA status as a key differentiator, but having GGF Membership on top of that means you’ll provide additional reasons for them to choose you to install their replacement windows or doors.”

The GGF Consumer Code of Practice, free automatic deposit protection and access to the GGF Conciliation Service are just three examples Anda cites of the sort of added value and assurance GGF Members can offer homeowners on top of their FENSA-approved status.

With FENSA soon to take up residence on TV channels across the UK, all Approved Installers will be able to take advantage by linking in their own sales and marketing efforts.

GGF Members that aren’t installers will also stand to benefit in a broader sense, Anda says, as FENSA’s investment in marketing its Approved Installers will help stimulate the industry, putting replacing windows and doors front of mind for homeowners, and benefit the whole supply chain.

To learn more about the FENSA marketing campaign check out the FENSA website and follow them on Facebook and Twitter.

GGF forms strategic partnership with Home Repair Network

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The GGF and Home Repair Network Limited have agreed a strategic partnership that will exclusively offer GGF Members new opportunities to gain emergency glazing related work as part of an insurance repair claim.

The new service will be offered to UK property insurance companies to assist their policy holders who may have suffered damage to a window, door or conservatory. Insurance companies have the reassurance that their customer’s glazing claim will be resolved by using a locally based GGF Member as first port of call.

Background to HRNL

Established in June 2016 by Alan Horton and Ian Hogarth, Home Repair Network Limited (HRNL) is supported by external investment. Both Alan and Ian have over 20 years’ senior level experience working within suppliers to the UK Insurance Industry, including working for Homeserve, Innovation Group and Chem Dry.

The HRNL business undertakes property repair services for several of the leading UK property insurance companies by using vetted and approved local tradespersons and building contractors in other property damage areas such as roofing, garage doors and conservatory structural repairs.

Following rapid growth over the last 2 years, HRNL have worked with insurance companies to identify the benefits of using locally based, specialist contractors to undertake repairs to policy holders’ homes.

Insurance companies in the HRNL have identified a need for a similar service for glazing related claims. HRNL approached the GGF as the leading trade body in the industry, to bring GGF Members into the network and provide the reassurance to insurance companies and householders that the work would comply with exacting standards required by GGF membership.

Richard Hearn – GGF Head of Membership and Training

Following the agreement, Richard Hearn, GGF Head of Membership and Training commented, “The GGF is delighted to partner Home Repair Network Limited in this new initiative which will benefit our members by providing access to an additional stream of business opportunities. It will benefit our members, insurance companies and homeowners.

Proposed Service Offering

HRNL believe a gap exists in the current insurance property repair market for a specialist solution by using professional glazing contractors rather than “multi-skilled” general builders to repair customers’ homes, i.e. a specialist conservatory repair company to undertake repairs to a conservatory roof, not a roofer or a general builder.

The HRNL initiative aims to use specialist contractors working with a maximum radius of 15/25 miles from their base location.  This helps to provide a swift response service when required and reduces the time and cost spent travelling between jobs.

How the initiative works

The scheme is entirely free and optional and GGF Members have to contact HRNL on enquiries@hrnl.co.uk if they want to be part of it.

Once a GGF Member has joined the HRNL, then when jobs occur, HNRL would in the first instance look for a locally based GGF member who has the appropriate skill set for the type of job being passed by the property’s insurance company.

HRNL would then liaise with the appointed contractor (GGF Member) to arrange a mutually agreeable survey of the damage to the property which would be recorded on the HRNL Claims Management platform, which the contractor (GGF Member), homeowner and insurer would also have access to.

When the contractor (GGF Member) representative arrives on site, he/she will collect relevant damage information and photos / video via a HRNL app which is accessible through an iPhone / Android Smartphone, Tablet or Laptop.

The information is then sent back to HRNL whilst the contractor (GGF Member) is on site for immediate assessment by the HRNL technical team. The HRNL technical team will contact the contractor (GGF Member) to discuss the damage reported / recorded damage.

If the claim is covered under the homeowner’s insurance policy (as is the case 90% of the time), then the HRNL technical team will authorise the contractor (GGF Member) immediately to proceed with repairs on a ‘like for like’ basis based on a pre-agreed schedule of rates.

HRNL will in most cases collect any applicable excess by debit / credit card from the homeowner via a secure telephone application.

The contractor (GGF Member) will order any required goods as per the authorised specification / cost and arrange an installation date with the homeowner.

When the required work is completed, HRNL will contact the homeowner to confirm all the authorised work has been completed and if so, process an invoice for payment to the contractor (GGF Member) within 30 days.

HRNL Glazing Network

HRNL is looking to build sub networks of local specialist Contractors for the following job types:

  • Domestic Glazing
  • Commercial Glazing
  • Conservatory Roof Repairs
  • Door & Window Repairs / Replacements

 

There is no charge for GGF members to join the HRNL Glazing Network, nor are there any deductions from invoices, no license fees or other amounts charged. HRNL generates its income by charging a fixed fee to the Insurance Company for accessing the network, the validation of the claim, the building of an accurate estimate and the management of any repairs undertaken.

Ideally HRNL are looking to have c100 Contractors across the UK for each of the above sub networks to ensure locally based specialists can be appointed to these types of claims.

HRNL Managing Director, Ian Hogarth commented, “I’m delighted to be formally partnering with the GGF to provide a high-quality UK wide glazing related service for our insurance clients and their customers through the GGF’s members.

We believe the GGF is a great partner for HRNL as it embraces the highest standards of professionalism and integrity we require from our network members and we are looking forward to working closely with them to provide additional business opportunities to their members who consistently provide high-quality glazing related repair services.”

To find out more about HRNL’s insurance claim validation and repair services, please contact Ian Hogarth at enquiries@hrnl.co.uk

New applications to join the GGF this week

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The following companies have recently applied to become Members of the Glass and Glazing Federation.

Access North Ltd (t/a) Access North Build

Unit 18
Brooke’s Mill
Armitage Bridge
West Yorkshire HD4 7NR
www.accessnorthbuild.com
Director: Berenice Northcott, Daniel Northcott

UPVC Windows, Doors & Conservatories Ltd

Unit 12
Midland Road Industrial Estate
Midland Road
Swadlincote, DE11 0AN
www.tomwatsonupvc.co.uk
Directors: Tom Watson

My Ideal Choice Ltd

Building 1
Ipswich Road
Brome
Eye
Suffolk, IP23 8AW
www.myidealchoice.co.uk
Director: David Peck

If you would like to provide comment on any of these GGF Membership applications, please email membership@ggf.org.uk.

Two new companies join GGF Membership

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

Extra Windows Limited

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Extra Windows Ltd is a replacement window, door and conservatory installer serving Kent, Essex and Surrey.

> www.extrawindows.co.uk

PJ Trade Windows Doors & Glass Limited

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PJ Trade Windows Doors & Glass limited is a local family run business based in Hereford. It supplies and fits quality windows, doors, conservatories, roof lanterns and splashbacks across Herefordshire and beyond.

> pjtradewindows.co.uk


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GGF renews political partnership with GK Strategy

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The GGF is pleased to announce that it has renewed its partnership with GK Strategy to deliver its campaigns in 2019.

In 2017, the GGF set up its Group Political Strategy Committee to refine its political planning and to re-focus on key campaigns.

GK Strategy were first appointed by the GGF in 2010 to deliver a long term campaign aimed at positioning  the need for more government home improvement schemes to include energy efficient windows and doors. Since then GK have been instrumental in lobbying campaigns regarding fire safety, training, security glazing and energy efficiency.

GK Strategy is a full-service strategic communications consultancy which was recently shortlisted for PRCA Public Affairs Agency of the Year, after winning the award in 2015. The agency brings clients a strategic advisory team which includes former Chair of British Venture Capital Association, Tim Farazmand and David Laws, former Minister of State for Schools and a cabinet minister during the 2010-2015 Coalition Government.

On the appointment, Kevin Buckley, GGF Chief Executive commented, “We are pleased to re-appoint GK to help us with our political campaigns in 2019. With their lobbying expertise, political contacts and their in-depth knowledge of the political system, they will be invaluable to our political plans next year.”

Emma Petela, GK Director, added, “GK is delighted to continue as the political advisers to the GGF and we are looking forward to working with the GGF and its subsidiaries on various campaigns in 2019.”

The GGF Group has already outlined its key campaigns for the next three years including:

  • Fire Safety and security
  • Healthy homes/energy efficiency
  • Skills and training
  • Exploring the grey market

 

Kevin Buckley added, “With our plans now in place, combined with our in-house expertise and GK’s political knowledge, we are in a great position to campaign on several fronts on behalf of our Members and the industry.”

Two companies join GGF Membership

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

AumAxum Limited

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AumAxum Limited has over 20 years of experience in the Architectural Glazing industry. All its systems are manufactured at its factory in London by an experienced team who have received training from Schüco for production and installation of their systems.

> www.aumaxum.com

Warrington Glass Limited

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Warrington Glass specialises in the supply and installation of all types of single and double glazed glass. It is also an installer of uPVC, timber and aluminium windows and doors.

> www.warrington-glass.co.uk


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Todi and Boys Ltd

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Todi & Boys was established by our director and owner, Todi Kurti, who has 30+ years’ experience of hand crafting Georgian sash windows and doors. Over the years, he’s built a team that replicates his way of working; producing bespoke windows and doors that are as robust as they are aesthetically-pleasing.

Today, we’re proud to have a team that can turn their hand to all bespoke window and door projects, with the same attention to detail and quality as Todi.

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40 Rushworth Street,
London, SE1 0RB
+44 (0)207 939 9100

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