Insight Fabricator & Installer Report
Insight Fabricator & Installer Report Insight Data has released its latest report outlining the state of the G&G market. The 13-page report contains key information about manufacturing trends and volumes, company growth and regionality, new and popular products, and industry disruptors. They’ve also produced a one page infographic which gives overview of the glazing industry. Both […]
Stormclad relocate to new head office & create a purpose-built showroom at Brookfields Garden Centre, Nottingham
Double-glazing and conservatory specialists Stormclad Home Improvements have moved into a new 12,774 ft2 head office with a purpose-built warehouse unit in Nottingham. The office move is in response to continued growth by the company, which has seen the number of completed installations increase year on year. The company has also created a new showroom facility […]
G14 Awards now open for submissions from Glass & Glazing Companies
If you’re an exceptional Glass & Glazing Company then why not shout about it and enter this year’s G14 Awards? The G14 Awards celebrate and reward standards of excellence from across the UK industry. It’s a great opportunity for your business too – entering, being short-listed and, of course, winning awards is always a fantastic PR opportunity. It’s […]
Consumer Rights Directive is now in force. Have you updated your contracts?
FROM GLASS & GLAZING FEDERATION WEBSITE The Consumer Rights Directive came into force on 13th June 2014, and companies should have changed their contract of terms and conditions. The Directive is being implemented via legislation known as The Consumer Contracts (Information, Cancellation and Additional Charges) Regulations 2013. The key highlights of the Consumer Rights Directive include: […]
Demand for triple-glazing is predicted to grow
In Germany triple-glazing is rapidly becoming the norm,with around 40 percent of householders choosing it over standard double-glazing. Typically the UK market always lags behind the Germans, but the industry is catching up with many businesses now experienced in promoting, manufacturing and installing triple-glazed windows. Triple-glazing is up to 40 percent more energy efficient than […]
Andy Wallace interviewed for “Voice of the Industry”
Consumer Credit Solutions’ Managing Partner Andy Wallace was interviewed for a “Voice of the Industry” feature by Chris Champion, editor of leading trade publication Glass News. With the economy improving and companies reporting an upturn in business during 2013, Chris asked for Andy’s response on the question: “Are margins being eroded by needless price-cutting?” Andy […]