The mayors of unified authorities hold enormous powers including those that affect commercial vehicle movements and new build development. With Editor John Roper unwell, Brian Shillibeer looks at how mayors of different political persuasions might be good or bad for the window industry.
Marketing - On the back of a Fiat
Purplex was formed twenty years ago by current MD Andrew Scott with ambition, a computer and an old Fiat. He reflects on the company’s journey over two decades and how constant innovation and investment in people has paid off – even in challenging times.
Nominating staff to join our main technical committee is often the starting point for each individual to gain active hands-on involvement in the Council for Aluminium in Building, writes Phil Slinger. The committee meets in the spring, early summer and autumn.
CAB Column – A letter from the CEO
The Council for Aluminium in Building is 30 years strong this year and continues to support the use of aluminium in construction across the supply chain. I am looking forward to leading the organisation, writes CEO-elect, Nigel Headford.
Starting with A&B
A decision by A&B Glass to invest in machinery from Stürtz and Stuga represents a move towards elevating its operational efficiency and ensuring consistent high-quality products and reflects a commitment to optimising manufacturing processes.
A tour round the bend
Sheerline’s has installed a £270,000 profile bending machine and is offering a new specialist profile bending service, enabling fabricators to order perfectly arched, curved and round windows, writes technical production director, Ross Hartshorn.
Like fraternal twins
Energy efficiency and sustainability are often seen as the two sides of the same coin with both being flagged by homeowners as key when buying new windows and doors. Sternfenster’s MD Mike Parczuk talked to The Fabricator’s Ed Humphreys.
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