Author: George Lewis

The Joinery Network is kicking off 2026 with a programme of investment and growth to support its fast-growing network of UK joinery companies. The 50 UK-based Lignum system manufacturers collectively delivered more than £30 million of superior-quality timber windows and doors in 2025. “Creating the fully certified Lignum timber window and door system has been… Continue reading A year of investment and growth for The Joinery Network in 2026

The Joinery Network affiliate member, Centor, is hosting a free installation training day at Centor’s UK HQ in Birmingham on 26 February 2026. The hands-on training will focus on Centor’s S2 and S4 ranges, providing delegates with expert guidance on installation, product knowledge, and sales support. The session, titled “Unlock Profits and New Business with… Continue reading Centor Offers FREE Installation Training for installers

Ecoglass says every order represents far more than a transaction. It moves through multiple hands: sales, technical support, production, quality control and delivery. At Ecoglass, each of those touchpoints is shaped by its people. People who have extensive industry experience, empathy and a shared commitment to always going the extra mile. Because behind every order… Continue reading Ecoglass: People, Not Numbers

Helen Hewitt, CEO of the British Woodworking Federation (BWF), gives her thoughts on what the sector will look like as we go through 2026, and how the association is on hand to help. “2026 will see the woodworking and joinery manufacture sector navigate tightening regulation, demand weakness, increasing margin pressures alongside a slowdown in housebuilding… Continue reading BWF’s Helen Hewitt looks at the year ahead

Greg Du-feu, Managing Director of Dufeu IT, provides his top tips for joinery businesses in 2026 to keep them secure, whilst also growing profits. Modern joinery businesses rely heavily on technology – from design and quoting through to production, finance, and customer communication. As we head into 2026, those systems are becoming more capable, more… Continue reading Greg Du-feu’s Top Tips for joinery businesses in 2026

The Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) has announced the full agenda for its GGF Members Day 2026, alongside confirmation of headline event sponsors; FENSA, Installsure and Citation. Taking place on Thursday 12 March 2026 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Members Day will once again bring the industry together for what it says is a blend… Continue reading GGF announces full Members Day line-up

UAP Group (UAP), the Bury-based door hardware specialist, says 2025 marked a transformative year for the company, defined by strategic growth, product innovation and industry recognition, following its acquisition in August by leading global security products and solutions provider Allegion. The acquisition represented a significant milestone in UAP’s journey. UAP will now report into the Allegion International segment, strengthening… Continue reading UAP celebrates a landmark year in 2025

A free webinar addressing menopause in the workplace, hosted by Sophie Turner of YesSheCan, in collaboration with Women in Timber, is set to take place in February. The webinar was set up following growing discussion within the timber sector about the need for greater awareness and support of the menopause. Menopause is a natural life… Continue reading Women in Timber to host menopause webinar

George Lewis, Editor of Modern Joinery News, discusses a strong year for the publication in 2025, and excitement and optimism for what’s to come in the coming year. As we step into a new year, it feels a good moment to reflect on what was a positive and progressive year for us at Modern Joinery… Continue reading A year of optimism in 2026 for Modern Joinery News

FENSA has launched a new recycling scheme offering its registered installers a free route to managing window and door waste responsibly, as sustainability expectations continue to rise across the glazing sector. As environmental performance becomes a greater focus for construction and home improvement businesses, installers are under growing pressure to demonstrate how materials are handled… Continue reading FENSA unveils new free recycling scheme