Pro Installer December 2014 - Issue 21 | Page 16

16 DECEMBER 2014 PRO INSTALLER PRO NEWS www.proinstaller.co.uk Oldham’s finest get on board Gemini UPVC Ltd and its installation arm, AWC Windows and Home Improvements, are some of the latest companies to sign up to The VEKA UK Group’s Approved Fabricator and Installer initiative. Based in Oldham, not only has AWC joined as an Approved Installer but Gemini has joined as an Approved Fabricator. The companies, run by brothers Michael and Paul Griffiths, are amongst the region’s most-respected businesses, thanks to their commitment to supplying superior quality products from The VEKA UK Group. Joining more than 200 Approved Installers and Fabricators, Gemini and AWC are part of an overwhelming uptake in the initiative since it was launched at the FIT Show earlier this year. ‘established businesses can benefit from the scheme’ Amy Grundy, National Sales Manager for the Approved Installer scheme was excited to congratulate both companies on their new Approved status: “What Gemini and AWC have achieved in their area speaks for itself and we’re thrilled to have businesses of their standing joining the Scheme. Approved Installers commit to only working with Approved Fabricators who, in turn benefit from loyal and dependable repeat trade. Approved Installers can be confident that they are using products of the highest quality, and supported by the industry’s finest marketing package, have ample opportunity to bring that prestige to the attention of homeowners; both via marketing materials and a subsidised website design and build service. Amy continues: “To have Gemini and AWC become Approved, demonstrates that established businesses can benefit from the scheme. There’s no charge to sign-up and we’re there to support both Approved Fabricators and Installers every step of the way. I look forward to many others following in their footsteps!” For more information visit www.vekauk.com Major New Work for RecordBreaking Roofing Company A Cornish roofing specialist has been invited to quote for a six figure contract in Manchester thanks to a recent record-breaking performance. JR Flat Roofing, based in Redruth, Cornwall, completed a job in Hemel Hempstead this autumn, refurbishing two roofs where the waterproofing layer was in need of repair. The project concerned residential buildings which had to remain fully occupied during the works with minimal disruption. Working with Heritage Scaffolding Ltd., Berkshire, JR Flat Roofing completed the task in less than three weeks which is a record for the two companies. The companies refurbished 1100m2 of roof, erecting and dismantling two 30-me- tre-high access platforms in record breaking time, prompting the client to call on the JR Flat Roofing to start the contract in Manchester at the beginning of 2015. Nick Rogers, Managing Director for JR Flat Roofing, commented: “We are experienced in challenging projects, with tight deadline, but our team and Heritage Scaffolding really excelled themselves in Hemel Hempstead. “The project was extremely challenging and involved removing and replacing a huge amount of materials, which covered the damaged waterproof layer. I’m pleased that our efficiency and speed on the project led to further opportunities for JR Flat Roofing. “2014 is our 30th Anniversary year and we’re hoping to build on its successes in 2015. The project in Manchester is still in the planning stages, but we’re already looking forward to our next challenge.” For more information visit www.jrroofing.co.uk New Colour Options For Evolve BiFold Doors Synseal, one of the UK’s leading PVCu system profile manufacturers, existing fabricated range of Evolve Bi-fold doors has been enhanced with the addition of new anodised aluminium tracks and Artisan woodgrain foil colour finishes. Previously available in a choice of solid white PVCu, golden oak and cherrywood woodgrain foil colours, the Evolve Bi-fold range boasts a new woodgrain white, woodgrain brilliant white, cream, Irish oak, Chartwell green and grey foil finishes, selected from Synseal’s Artisan woodgrain collection. The additional Artisan colours are available for use with the newly-introduced aluminium tracks in anodised silver or gold finish. The thermally-broken aluminium top and bottom tracks feature a choice of trim/trim, trim/stub (with 85mm nose) and trim/ sill (with 150mm profile) threshold sp ecifications. Fully-manufactured and CE Marked by Synseal; Evolve PVCu Bi-fold doors are available for fabricator partners. The product underpinned £800,000 sales value growth last year, with sales now tracking to deliver an additional 25% growth in the current trading period, since March 2014. Steve Brown, Synseal’s Products & Customer Service Director, comments: “We always seek to offer customer choice to meet market demand, coupled with efficiency in terms of production and delivery lead times. This new expanded Evolve Bi-fold range means we can now supply 15 popular colour finishes, including dual-colour options.” For further information call 01623 446207 or visit www.synseal.com