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2 AUGUST 2014 PRO INSTALLER PRO NEWS www.proinstaller.co.uk » Continues on page 02 ISSUE 17 August 2014 If you would like to find out more about the PRO Installer: Write to: Unit 2-3 Burleigh Court, Burleigh Street, Barnsley, S70 1XY. Tel: 01226 321 450 Fax: 01226 730 825 Email: [email protected] All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronically or mechanically without the consent of Clearview Group Ltd and any of its subsidiaries. Whilst every effort is made to ensure accuracy, this publication does not accept liability for errors, printing or otherwise appearing in this publication. The views expressed by contributors are not necessarily those of the editor or publisher. To complement its latest product offering Spectus Window Systems has included a full suite of hardware for the fully reversible window. Available for PAS 24 and Secured by Design accreditation, the hardware package includes branded locks and Top Swing Modules as well as 43mm Spindle handles from Safeware. The catalogue also details the colour-match 2D dy- namic door hinges, another new addition to the range. Specifically designed for PVC-U doors, the hinges are available in Chartwell Green, Cream, Anthracite Grey and Irish Oak; matching the company’s most popular foiled finishes. By introducing a specific hardware range; one which fits its systems, Spectus Window Systems has created an authentic One- Stop-Shop for its customers. And the benefits are far-reaching; fewer invoices and less delivery charges and best of all, it’s a massive time-saver. It’s one call, one order, one lorry, one delivery, one invoice and one cheque. What could be simpler? With just one call, or fax customers can order all of their profile, reinforcement and hardware. ‘It’s one call, one order, one lorry, one delivery, one invoice and one cheque. What could be simpler?’ www.spectussystems.co.uk Call: 01952 283344 SGG LAUNCHES COOLLITE XTREME 50/22 II FEATURING AN OUTSTANDING SELECTIVITY OF 2.27 Saint-Gobain Glass is once again leading the field in high performance solar control glass with the launch of Cool-lite Xtreme 50/22 II, which features Europe’s highest solar selectivity for a to be toughened triple silver product. Adrian Adams, Market Manager for Saint Gobain Glass Better Working Products said: “SGG Cool-lite Xtreme 50/22 II is aimed at the premium construction market in response to specifiers demand for the very best in light transmission while eliminating the risk of overheating. The combination of high light transmittance and low solar factor – giving a selectivity figure of 2.27 – reduces the need for both heating and air conditioning. “This not only significantly decreases energy consumption, making any building more environmentally friendly and enhancing its BREEAM SGG Cool-lite Xtreme 50/22 II combines 50% light transmission with a Solar Factor of only 0.22 – i.e. blocking 78% of solar heat – along with a thermal insulation of 1.0W/m2k the product outperforms all double silver coated products available in the market. BOOST FOR PRO-INSTALLER DISTRIBUTION Trade outlets now 600 nationwide. Pro Installer is forging ahead even more rapidly now as publishers, the South Yorkshire-based Clearview Group Ltd, increase its investment in the trade’s popular newspaper. Director Steve Sidebottom says: “Since we launched Pro-Installer, we have built up content, readership and distribution and we are delighted to announce that we have just added 300 new trade counters to our nationwide distribution list. “This takes our total number of trade outlets to more than 600 and the number of monthly copies being distributed to 30,000. “Our Pro-Installer features are being added to month on month, with fresh content and ideas to continue this growth,” Steve added. “We will continue to tap into this important segment of the market on an ongoing basis, as part of our Group’s overall expansion plans.” The Group, which moved to larger new premises earlier this year, recently increased both its editorial and in-house sales teams in line with its policy of constant product improvement. It is also refreshing its online Forums: Forum Editor Danny Basden w ill now be responsible for the content and dealing with any responses that may be required to keep this section both topical and current. A recent addition to the editorial team, Danny aims to promote current status, but the high level of natural light also creates a far more pleasant working environment. The fact that SGG Cool-lite Xtreme 50/22 II is a ‘to be toughened product’ makes it ideal for commercial applications, such as facades or overhead glass, where a toughened glass products are required. “Also, we believe the fact that an architect may not have to work with any kind of external shading devices could have a substantial impact on the concept and design of a building and subsequent facade.” www.saint-gobain.co.uk. www.p roinsta ller.co .uk issue » 12 Bes t Brand Winner » 15 Me et SIG 16 | Jul Y 2014 no bu FIT Sh siness li ow bu ke sines s » 17 Brit doors Ref reshed » 23 A Real Pea rl! » 32 FIT Rev iew » 50 CE Ma There’s no bus iness like UK Gro up, FIT Sho Show unv which took an w busines expans eiling a s for The ive host of new pro stand at this VEKA ducts and year’s “We chose services The FIT . because Show it The team the bran showcased d neW vative innoimag Door syst ine bi-Fold launched em, and ‘Approved the new installer’ scheme to the as well industry as new wind many othe r systems. ow and door The VEKA UK Group Sales and Marketing ’s tor Colin DirecTorley explains: » Cont inues new fac tor y expans ion for for Tra Made de. 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