Category: Modern Joinery News

Malcolm Thomson, Managing Director of Kirkwood Timber Frame, considers the growth of the timber frame market in England and how committing to building in timber – and early engagement with a manufacturer – can unlock and maximise all the offsite benefits that it can bring to the table. “The use of timber frame construction in… Continue reading Kirkwood Timber Frame MD explains potential in timber for SMEs

Accsys has announced that Accoya wood has been chosen for the benches within the Queen Elizabeth II Memorial Garden at London’s Regent’s Park. The £5 million memorial honours the life of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and reflects her deep, personal appreciation of the outdoors. Accoya wood has been selected as the material of choice… Continue reading Accoya wood chosen for Queen Elizabeth II memorial project

Forterro, a European software provider for the industrial midmarket, is set to acquire Klaes, a software specialist for windows, doors, façades, and conservatories. Following last year’s acquisitions of Orgadata and BM Group, the addition of Klaes is said to represent another significant milestone in the expansion of Forterro’s Windows and Doors line of business, which… Continue reading Forterro acquires German-based software provider Klaes

Organisers of FIT Show, Montgomery Group, has reported strong sales momentum and growing international interest for its 2027 event, which takes place at the NEC in Birmingham from 18-20 May. The update follows hot-on-the-heels of Fensterbau Frontale, with the UK team’s visit reportedly generating a significant number of new leads and contacts, including a strong… Continue reading FIT Show 2027: Strong sales and new leads

The Glass and Glazing Group has appointed Dave Mechem to the newly created role of Managing Director of FENSA and RISA, in a move reportedly designed to transform service and strengthen support for installers and homeowners. Dave steps into the role after more than two decades working in the window and door sector, in a… Continue reading Dave Mechem appointed to new FENSA and RISA MD role

Organisers of FIT Show, Montgomery Group, has announced the appointment of a dedicated international sales representative, who will reportedly help drive overseas exhibitor participation for its 2027 event, taking place between 18 – 20 May at the NEC, Birmingham. FIT Show welcomes BALLAND Messe-Vertrieb, Germany’s representative for international trade fairs since 1985, as its new… Continue reading FIT Show welcomes new German sales representative

FUHR says it has reaffirmed its commitment to delivering high-performance, police-preferred security solutions with the renewal of its Secured by Design accreditation. As the official police security initiative, Secured by Design sets recognised standards for products that help reduce crime and improve the security of residential and commercial buildings. Maintaining this accreditation reportedly demonstrates FUHR’s… Continue reading FUHR UK renews Secured by Design membership

The Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) has appointed Amy Hopton-Smith as its new Head of Commercial and Operations, which is said to mark a further step in strengthening the organisation’s leadership team as it continues to evolve its commercial and operational focus. The GGF says Amy has played a pivotal role within the Federation, particularly… Continue reading GGF promotes Amy Hopton-Smith to Head of Commercial

FUHR has had a successful presence at the recent Fensterbau Frontale exhibition, where the team showcased its latest developments in multipoint locking, panic hardware and smart access solutions. Throughout the event, discussions with fabricators, system houses and specifiers highlighted several key trends shaping the future of door hardware, particularly around automation, compliance and access control… Continue reading FUHR highlights key hardware trends at Fensterbau Frontale

Elliott Dawson, National Accounts Manager at UAP, explains why firemongery is more than a finishing touch. With scrutiny and regulations tightening, he argues that specification, installation and maintenance need to be treated as seriously as the doors themselves because firemongery is frontline safety. Firemongery rarely makes the headlines. Hinges, closers, latches and seals quietly do… Continue reading UAP says firemongery “should be treated seriously”