Clearview National December 2014 - Issue 157 | Page 42

DOORS&WINDOWS More Choice with a Splash of Colour »»Door-Stop has added three more colours to its range, offering even more choice to customers. There’s Poppy Red – rich and extra glossy for a truly vibrant colour to complement the existing range. There’s also a new black/brown shade which matches the outer frame. And the third colour – Duck Egg Blue – is a popular shade chosen by DoorStop customers via the one-click survey conducted when an order is placed. The new colours join the existing ten to give customers an unrivalled selection. With DoorStop’s door configurator offering virtually unlimited choice, customers can design and sell a door to suit any property, from traditional to ultra-modern. ‘even more choice’ To see the new colours – and more innovations from DoorStop - visit www.door-stop. co.uk. Call 01623 446336 A New Suit Of Armour »»Kömmerling has recently added Coventry-based Armour Windows to their expanding UK network of window and door manufacturers, as they continue to gain market share with their highly energy efficient, five chambered systems. The company has been installing windows and doors for over 10 years, but felt manufacturing would allow them greater flexibility and control over the finished product. The company is now manufacturing the Kömmerling ovolo O70 Gold® window and door system, alongside the PremiLine patio door and bi-folding door. For Armour Windows; the hand’s on expertise of Kömmerling’s area sales manager, the wide variety of foils from stock: including single lengths and the premium quality and heritage of the brand, were the key reasons to introduce Kömmerling into the business. The company has already started to offer triple glazed windows and a 24-hour fast track facility for urgent orders. Wayne Curley, Managing Director of Armour Windows said: “We have had a great start manufacturing with Kömmerling, their support and the prospects for the future look very good.” To find out more about Armour Windows visit www. armourwindows.co.uk, or for more on Kömmerling, go to www.kommerling.co.uk Showcasing a Grand Design »»Metal Technology’s recyclable architectural aluminium products featured in architect Patrick Bradley’s specification for his new home. Showcased on Channel 4’s programme, Grand Designs, the unique building comprises of four shipping containers welded together in the shape of a cross, and cantilevered over a stream on his farm outside Belfast. Working with fabricator Top Glass to Patrick’s specification, Metal Technology supplied System 4-35Hi High Performance Thermally Enhanced Casement Windows and System 25 Hi + Lift and Slide Thermal Doors. The innovative polyamide thermal break profiles minimise heat transfer across window and door profiles, while thermal performance is further improved through the introduction of foam profiles that reduce radiation heat loss across the air cavities within the door profiles. As a