Category: Modern Joinery News

Kirkwood Timber Frame has identified ways to help customers realise on-site savings, by being the first to partner with Eurocell, providing pre-fitted windows in its FastBuild timber frame systems. Eurocell is currently the only manufacturer to offer this integrated, factory fitted solution, across the UK. Its InSite system comprises a specialist hinge, sealant, cavity barrier,… Continue reading Kirkwood Timber Frame Partners with Eurocell

Alan Taylor, Managing Director of MiGlass Ltd and Chair of Sandwell Business Ambassadors (SBA) and the Smethwick Partnership Board, recently hosted a meeting with Mark Smith, the High Sheriff of the West Midlands, to discuss collaborative initiatives aimed at strengthening local communities and supporting business engagement. The meeting focused on several key areas where MiGlass,… Continue reading MiGlass’ Alan Taylor and High Sheriff Discuss Local Partnerships

The glazing industry faces mounting pressures – increasing demand for energy efficient installations, retrofit challenges, and a workforce demographic shifting towards retirement. Technical trades like glazing must bridge skills gaps quickly. T Level industry placements, now integral to the UK’s post-16 technical qualifications, offer a compelling solution. What are T Levels and Industry Placements? T… Continue reading T Levels and The Education Landscape

Reynaers Aluminium UK has partnered with local non-for-profit and social enterprise, The Wood Shack, which it says underlines its commitment to sustainability. The Wood Shack, an enterprise of Birmingham-based charity JERICHO, aims to tackle the 4.5 million tonnes of waste wood produced in the UK annually by collecting reclaimed wood, creating new products from recycled… Continue reading Reynaers Partners with NFP Organisation The Wood Shack

Greg Du-feu, Managing Director of dufeu IT, is sticking the lycra back on and donning the cycle shoes, as part of the Kelly’s Heroes From Rock Bottom, A Journey Back cycling challenge. Here he gives us his thoughts on the upcoming ride.  This September, I’ll be joining Kelly’s Heroes for their most ambitious challenge yet… Continue reading From Rock Bottom, A Journey Back: Greg’s Cycling Challenge

The Professional Woodworking Expo is the UK’s only dedicated event for woodworking professionals, offering a comprehensive showcase of workshop essentials. From cutting-edge machinery and tools to innovative software, coatings, varnishes, finishes, and materials, the Expo is designed specifically to meet the needs of the woodworking and joinery manufacturing industry. The event will return to NEC Birmingham… Continue reading Professional Woodworking Expo 2026: What to Expect

If you’re running a busy joinery company and feel stuck in firefighting, thin margins, long lead times, and know-how trapped in your head, a new online cohort from Erin Woodger is for you. Starting 9 October, business mentor Erin Woodger leads a monthly, online implementation programme (live, interactive sessions) exclusively for UK joinery companies turning over £250k–£3m. You won’t just learn;… Continue reading Erin Woodger’s Group Coaching Cohort Launches in October

This year marks a special milestone for Lowfield Timber Frame – as it reaches 25 years in business. Lowfield says it’s a chance to look back at how far it has come and to celebrate the growth of its team, projects, and its reputation within the joinery and timber frame sectors. What started as a… Continue reading Lowfield Timber Frames Celebrates 25 Years in Business

Advanced Machinery Services (AMS) has highlighted the vital role of professional training in helping joiners, timber merchants, and furniture makers across the UK and Ireland work more safely, efficiently, and confidently. Over years of visiting workshops nationwide, AMS has seen the difference structured training can make. One joinery company in the North of the UK… Continue reading AMS Champions Safety and Skills with Machinery Training

Running a joinery or timber business means constantly balancing tools, timber, and tight margins. Whether you’re fabricating timber windows, doors, or running a busy workshop, there are times when cash flow gets tight or it’s time to invest in new equipment and the funding side can feel like the biggest headache. Maybe you’re looking to… Continue reading British Business Funding: On Hand To Help