Category: Modern Joinery News

InstallerSHOW 2025 marked a major milestone for Big Wipes, who celebrated its 10th anniversary, and what a place to celebrate. With over 30,000 professionals flooding the NEC Birmingham across three vibrant days, this year’s event was bigger, busier, and more brilliant than ever. From cutting-edge products to future-focused ideas spanning heat, water, air, energy, and… Continue reading Big Wipes Celebrates Ten Year Anniversary During InstallerSHOW

Andrew Carpenter, Chief Executive of Constructing Excellence Midlands, discusses his attendance at this year’s InstallerShow, including being part of the “How to Get Into the Construction Sector” panel discussion. At the 2025 InstallerShow, my involvement focused on championing a collaborative culture within the construction industry, with a strong emphasis on integrated supply chains, lean processes,… Continue reading Andrew Carpenter’s InstallerShow thoughts

The Joinery Network’s hugely successful launch of its new Expert Series, kicked off on 20 June 2025 with a record-breaking turnout for The Joinery Hour, the network’s flagship virtual event open to everyone in the timber window and door industry, which featured an expert team from the Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF). Hosted by Luke… Continue reading Record Attendance for The Joinery Hour Experts Series with GGF

Sarah Ball, Publisher of Modern Joinery News, visited the InstallerShow 2025 at the NEC on the Day One. Here’s her roundup:  “I visited the NEC to see what the InstallerShow was all about – and I have to say, it was great fun. There was lots going on and while most of it wasn’t directly… Continue reading Sarah Ball’s visit to InstallerShow 2025

NorDan, a manufacturer of high-performance timber and aluminium clad timber windows and doors, has acquired a majority shareholding in Performance Doorset Solutions (PDS), a door manufacturer based in Littleborough, Greater Manchester. NorDan’s strategic acquisition is said to reinforce its commitment to strengthening its presence in the UK entrance door market. Founded in 2003, PDS is reportedly… Continue reading Performance Doorset Solutions acquired by NorDan

Sustainable construction company, Eco Sash & Case, has announced that it can now manufacture traditional timber arched and shaped sash and case windows. Eco Sash & Case, an Edinburgh family window business, has recently invested in the latest wooden window manufacturing machinery so it can create complex sash windows for clients in Edinburgh, the Lothians,… Continue reading Eco Sash & Case Invests in Timber Manufacturing Machinery

Glasgow-based Keel’s Joinery and Construction recently took part in a life-changing episode of BBC’s DIYSOS, lending their time and skills to an emotional house renovation in nearby Newton Mearns. The project focused on transforming the home of a young girl who uses a wheelchair, following the tragic loss of her mum. Chris and Jodie Keel,… Continue reading Keel’s Joinery lends expertise to local DIYSOS project

Entries are now open for the 17th British Woodworking Federation (BWF) Awards – a celebration of the individuals, skills, projects, and manufacturing excellence which have driven the woodworking and joinery sector forward over the last year. Entries for this year’s BWF Awards close on Friday 15 August at 5pm. Those shortlisted will be invited to… Continue reading 17th BWF Awards now open for entries

Kirkwood Timber Frame’s Managing Director, Malcolm Thomson, is taking on the ‘Kick the Ball’ team charity cycling challenge, to raise funds for UCAN – a local urological cancer charity. The 20-strong team will tackle a 150-mile route in the North East of Scotland, with world adventure cyclist Mark Beaumont, as part of the ‘Kick the… Continue reading Kirkwood Timber Frame MD to take on cycling charity challenge

FDM Training & Development has been named Training Provider of the Year at the 2025 Fire & Security Matters Awards. FDM says the award is a huge honour, and recognition of the hard work, innovation, and passion that drives the team every day. A Night to Remember Held in celebration of excellence across the fire… Continue reading FDM celebrate winning Training Provider of the Year Award