Category: Modern Joinery News

Aberdeenshire-based Kirkwood Timber Frame has bolstered its team with the appointment of Dyke McKenzie as its new Business Development Manager. Dyke, from Dundee, reportedly brings over 30 years of experience to the role, having worked in various positions within the sector – and in locations across the UK – beginning his career in manufacture before… Continue reading Dyke McKenzie joins Kirkwood Timber Frame

The Furniture Makers’ Company, the City of London livery company and charity for the furnishing industry, has presented Dreams founder Mike Clare with a Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of his contribution to the British bed and furniture industry. The Lifetime Achievement Award is presented annually to a leader who has devoted their life to… Continue reading Mike Clare honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award

East Yorkshire-based manufacturer, CB Solutions, is celebrating a “landmark day” after receiving recognition at the MMC Awards, held at The Grand Hotel in Birmingham. The company was awarded Supply Chain Partner of the Year, which is said to recognise excellence, innovation and outstanding service within the Modern Methods of Construction sector. The celebrations continued when… Continue reading CB Solutions celebrates triple award win

Gary Grange, Managing Director at DGM Joinery, shares his excitement at being inspired by the Chelsea Flower Show to create two timber planters. “With the excitement of RHS Chelsea Flower Show beginning to wane, we thought we’d keep the Chelsea spirit going with our beautiful bespoke garden planters. “Outside our offices here in Clenchwarton, West… Continue reading DGM Joinery takes flower show inspiration for timber planters

Building Our Skills has announced a major partnership with NOCN Group, to support the delivery of a full range of qualifications for the Fenestration, Glass and Glazing industry. The qualifications will cover Window and Door Installation, Surveying, Fabrication, Curtain Walling, Glazing and a wide range of other glass related occupations. NOCN Group is said to… Continue reading Building Our Skills announces new partnership with NOCN Group

Kirsty Fortnam shares the news of her new role at Forge Glass, and more about the company. “After many years with the same great company, I was offered the opportunity to advance my career by accepting the position of Operations Manager at a company in Halesowen called Forge Glass. “Forge Glass were incorporated in 1996… Continue reading Kirsty Fortnam takes on new role at Forge Glass

The Women in Fenestration Network has officially finalised the agenda for its first-ever Professional Development Day, taking place on 25 June, with strong interest already building from women across the fenestration supply chain. Created to support, connect and inspire women at every stage of their careers, the event will bring together industry voices, expert speakers… Continue reading Women in Fenestration confirms Development Day agenda

For the first time, sealants and adhesives supplier, Geocel, will be exhibiting this year’s InstallerSHOW, held at the NEC in Birmingham from 23-25 June 2026, showcasing the very best of its products for the trade. Visitors to the show will be able to locate Geocel in the Painters and Decorators Hall on Stand D40, where… Continue reading Geocel to make InstallerSHOW debut

Doorfit Garage Doors has officially launched its new Smart Installer Programme, a trade-focused initiative designed to help home improvement companies expand their garage door offering without the complexity of sourcing products, managing specialist installers, or handling projects independently. The new programme is said to give trade partners flexible options to suit their business model, including… Continue reading Doorfit launches new Smart Installer programme

The Glazpart team says it is looking forward to the upcoming Modern Joinery News’ sister publication, PiGs AKA People in Glazing Society and its Talking Shop with Glazpartners in Bristol on 25 June. It is the third Talking Shop of the year and it promises to be one of the best yet with technical experts… Continue reading PiGs Talking Shop with Glazpartners heads to Bristol