Clearview National October 2015 - Issue 167 | Page 48

DOORS&WINDOWS sponsored by [email protected] Exclusive Triple Glazing Solution »»As a long-standing fabricator of Halo PVCu systems, Huddersfield-based John Fredericks Plastics was pleased to partner with the industry-leading profile supplier to develop its new and exclusive triple glazed solution. John Fredericks’ MD Steve Darkins explains: “We’re extremely proud of the new ‘Rustique 3’ system we have unveiled in partnership with Halo. It has received significant investment and spent a long time in development to ensure that it would meet the needs of the industry. “It has been generally agreed that, if triple glazing was to bring real, tangible benefits over double glazing then the optimum unit size should be 44mm overall, which is why we are so pleased to offer Rustique 3 which will accommodate a 44mm unit and still provide pleasing aesthetics to the product. “It will be exclusively available to customers of John Fredericks Plastics, adding an extremely energy-efficient A++ product to our clients’ already diverse portfolios. “We’re able to offer the system in our expansive range of foils as standard, and there is also the potential for bespoke foiling options. We really believe this is a ‘futureproof ’ system which can be adapted to any number of different projects.” Steve adds. www.whshalo.com Investment to reach a 1000 »»Composite door manufacturer, Vista has invested £100k in a new CNC router, increasing its capacity to 1,000 doors per week on a single shift. Managing director Keith Sadler explains: “We are currently making around 700 composite doors per week on a single shift, which is close to our current maximum capacity, so decided to invest in new machinery in preparation for future growth.” The new CNC, which was supplied by the world leading manufacturer SCM Group, is just the latest in a long line of investments made by the industry leading company. “Regular investment is an integral part of our strategy and means we can retain our position at the very forefront of the composite door market.” Keith adds. Recent additions to the XtremeDoor range include; a selection of long stainless steel handles, a heritage lock and a selection of new glass designs. XtremeDoor is a high specification composite door that offers the very best in thermal performance, security, weather tightness and aesthetics. It incorporates a five point lock, anti-bump, snap and pick cylinders, stainless steel hardware, 3D adjustable hinges, triple sealed Eurocell outerframe and UV stable GRP skin. also developed new features to effectively help installers large and small across the UK sell their products easier to the end consumer.” Investment at the company continues this year, as Windowlink looks to engage another software developer and sales executive, as well as to launch new features that will further enable window retailers to capitalise on and maximise all upselling and crossselling opportunities during the sales pitch. Call 01516081423 or visit www.vistapanels.co.uk Doubling up »»Long-standing provider of software solutions for the window industry, Windowlink, has doubled its workforce since the successful management buy-out in 2013. With five new additions to the team, including software developers and customer service experts, the company has also seen strong investment in IT and telecommunications. Mark Dudley, MD said: “Over the past two years we have invested huge resources in order to further develop and improve our two market leading design, sales and presentation software modules – Vector for conservatories and orangeries, and Focus for windows and doors. “We’ve updated our programmes constantly to reflect the changing market trends and the launch of new, innovative products, such as the solid tiled roof for conservatories, or the popular roof lanterns. But we’ve 48 » OCT 2015 » CL EARVI E W- UK . C O M Visit www.windowlink.com or call 01452 348575