Clearview National November 2014 - Issue 156 | Page 29

INDUSTRYNEWS Windowmate Opens Third Trade Counter »»Dessian Products has opened a third branch of Windowmate their trade counter network. Windowmate on Balloo Road, Bangor opened in July, but held the official opening at the beginning of October. The new branch features an extensive showroom displaying Dessian’s range of products. Windowmate already has branches open in Belfast, alongside Dessian’s manufacturing facility and Bangor was the ideal third location. Nigel Bothwell, Managing Director, said: “The success of our existing outlets shows that trade customers value the choice, convenience and value we offer. Windowmate is now a separate subsidiary company, and we plan to expand as we identify opportunities in areas across Ireland.” Windowmate Bangor has been appointed a REHAU Authorised Partner, so will benefit from sales, marketing and lead generation support, and being able to assure customers, with Dessian and REHAU, it has the backing of two of the industry’s most respected names. For more information, visit www.windowmateupvc.com or call 028 9140 4500 illbruck brings solutions for A-rated windows »»One of the highlights of the year for many window installers, was a visit to the FIT Show, the window industry’s very own exhibition. As one of the larger exhibitors, illbruck welcomed a substantial number of visitors onto its stand. With the aid of a fully-qualified window installer, videos and models, illbruck demonstrated all aspects of window installation, hammering home the message that new solutions are available to allow the maximum benefits be obtained when installing replacement PVCu and other A-Rated systems. One visitor who viewed the demonstrations and discussed the products in more depth was Managing Director of Network VEKA, John Ogilvie, explained: “We were impressed by how illbruck’s technology delivered great advantages to the homeowner, yet the windows could be fitted more quickly. Network VEKA is always looking at promoting best practice in window installation and has recently carried out seminars to assist almost 400 Assure members’ fitters and surveyors in gaining certification for Minimum Technical Competencies (MTCs). illbruck is now delighted to announce that the company is One of the highlights of the year for many window installers was a visit to the FIT Show, the window industry’s very own exhibition, this year held in Telford. an affiliated member of Network VEKA. For further information visit www.tremco-illbruck.co.uk 2010 2008 Dealership launch Journey to C seminar roadshows – Major changes to the building regulations 2006 Energy Efficiency in Focus seminar introducing WER held at Ricoh Arena 2007 Dedicated manufacturing facility set up in the UK – Open day held 2009 Energy Efficiency in Focus REVISITED! – Follow up seminar held at Ricoh C L E A RV I E W-U K . C O M » N OV 2014 » 29