Pro Installer July 2014 - Issue 16 | Page 40

40 JULY 2014 PRO INSTALLER FIT SHOW REVIEW The FIT Show Proves a Hit for the Pioneers in Glass Surface Protection Technology The FIT Show has proved a resounding success for Ritec International who are reporting early business wins from the trade event of the year. Enjoying a busy three day show, Ritec welcomed visitors onto its product-packed stand who were keen to find out more about the benefits of its extensive range of durable ‘non-stick’ surface technologies. FIT – The Perfect Platform For Fairtrades/Homepro To Interact With Members Reflecting on their time as an exhibitor at this year’s FIT Show, HomePro and FairTrades enjoyed their time connecting with current members and signing on new ones. The award-winning IBG (Insurance Backed Guarantee) provider was on hand to keep visitors up to date with all the recent changes in legislation that has affected the issuing of IBGs in the glazing industry as well as details of the recent re-launch of TrustMark, the Government’s endorsed scheme to protect the homeowner and combat rogue contractors, of which FairTrades is a key proponent. ‘It was great to be more personal’ “It was the perfect platform for us to interact with our membership base,” Warren Stiles, Head of HomePro’s Client Develop- ment, said of the FIT Show. “It was great to be more personal with our members as well as the wider manufacturer and installer base present and address any questions about changes to legislation.” HomePro and its approved representative, IPWFI are together one of the largest providers of IBGs in the UK issuing more than 1,000,000 policies insuring more than £3.5billion worth of home improvements over the last 12 years. Proving to be the first and only glazing component with a three-way guarantee covering performance, added value and profit at every step of the supply chain, Ritec demonstrated how the new ClearShield Eco-System™ gives Fabricators and Installers the competitive edge. Visitors were shown how the ClearShield Eco-System™ transforms new or old glass into a higher value product with low-maintenance performance, resulting in diversification leading to higher sales. Furthermore, the ClearShield Eco-System™ helps maintain the original ‘A’ Window Energy Rating (WER), allowing glass to uphold its optical clarity over the life of a window. Customers do not have to stock a new type of glass; Ritec’s simple added-value package enables unprotected glass to be upgraded into ClearShield Eco-Glass™ in the factory. The System also offers companies the ability to renovate, protect and maintain existing glass on-site, giving them unique opportunities to add new revenue streams. Ritec also showcased their new ‘One Stop Shop’ for surface renovation, protection and maintenance that offers customers solutions specifically tailored to their problems. It utilises Ritec’s total systems including the award-winning new ClearShield Eco-System™ for glass and the Ritecoat System™ for metal and painted surfaces. In addition, Ritec’s expertise allows the company to continually develop and improve technologies for the renovation, protection and maintenance of a wide range of surfaces in and around the home. Stephen Byers, Managing Director, says “The FIT Show has already proved a huge success and a great opportunity to meet prospective and existing customers. Ritec’s stand was a hive of activity and we gained a number of serious sales leads. If you were unable to come along to either exhibition but are interested in what we showcased, please contact us and we’ll be delighted to discuss it with you.” For more information on Ritec International, visit www.ritec.co.uk or email [email protected]. To all our visitors at the FIT Show - a big thank you from Securefast. Cable Restrictor – SBC400/WE As seen at the FIT Show 2014 Designed for safety, and to reduce the risk of falling out of a window, it can also be fitted to doors to deter forced access from unwanted visitors. The Sliplock™ cable window restrictor is suitable for the home, public properties, and commercial applications such as care homes, hotels, www.securefast.co.uk nurseries, schools, universities and hospitals. Sales Hotline: 01543 501600