In a week which saw the global oil price crash, David Cameron set out his plan to curb immigration and absolutely ridiculous scenes from stores taking part in Black Friday sales events, it’s time to take a look back at the weeks posts on DGB.
Now, as you can immediately see, I am having a play around with the format of weekly reviews. Whilst I believe the old format worked, it was very text heavy and took a while to put together on a Friday evening. However, whilst I was putting in a ton of effort to put together these reviews, I couldn’t see the wood for the trees. I actually have a feature in this site which will compile a lot of the content for me in a couple of clicks! The layout of the reviews are going to be a little different, but with added images breaking up the text. I think it actually looks better! Please give me your feedback on the new look.
This week the most talked about posts were the two which discussed the six things our industry was doing wrong and the five things our industry was doing right. I wanted to highlight areas that I thought the industry was still struggling on. If we could eradicate those things we were doing wrong, I think we could go a long way to repairing a lot of the damage we have done to ourselves as an industry. But I also wanted to highlight some of the areas which I thought our industry was doing well in. I think the two posts complimented each other quite nicely. And if you’re wondering why I stopped at five things for the positive post, I simply ran out of ideas when I was writing it!
There was a couple of sponsored posts in the mix this week, a black composite doors post for Door Supermarket, which was apt given it was Black Friday when it went out, and a post from the guys at Purplex on behalf of TWR Bifolds.
I wrote about the internet on Friday and how it has changed our working lives. This was a post I had planned in the works for quite a while, and I finally got round to writing it up to post this week. Also, a post about concrete and ceramic doors I was desperate to publish on DGB. Anyway, enjoy the new weekly review. As always, all comments welcome!
What I’ve Learned Selling High-End Projects
Over the last few years, our family-run installation business has refocused a significant part of the company towards attracting very high-end projects, specifically in the aluminium and timber-alternative spaces. We have always been a high-end type of company, especially when compared to our local competitors. But we foresaw the inflation spike in 2022, and we knew that the market was about to shift. The middle-income demographic was going to be squeezed, with all reasonable spending power going to be limited to the top 20% of earners. That meant fully committing to the aluminium and ultra-high-end markets, and attracting high-net-worth [...]
Endurance® Doors Unlocks Digital Growth For Installers
Endurance® Doors is enhancing its commitment to installer support with the introduction of a new initiative designed to help its installer partners strengthen their online presence and win more business. Recognising the importance of digital visibility and online lead generation in today’s competitive market, the manufacturer is connecting its installer network with ICAAL, its trusted web development partner, offering a simple route to high-performing website design at a competitive price. Commenting on the initiative, Russell Hensman, Endurance Group Brand Engagement Manager, said: “Supporting our customers goes far beyond the products we supply. A strong digital presence is now essential [...]
Forterro Acquires Klaes
A powerful three-material portfolio: Forterro acquires Klaes and becomes a full‑range software provider for the window industry. The move combines trusted industry software across aluminium, PVC and wood while advancing cloud and AI-driven innovation. Forterro, a leading European software provider for the industrial midmarket, today announced its intention to acquire Klaes, a globally recognised software specialist for windows, doors, façades, and conservatories. Following last year’s acquisitions of Orgadata and BM Group, the addition of Klaes represents another significant milestone in the expansion of Forterro’s Windows & Doors line of business, further strengthening the company’s position as it strives to [...]
Four Out Of Five Roofing Merchants Affected By Supply Issues
A survey undertaken in March by MRA Reports showed that just under four in five specialist roofing merchants are experiencing problems with product availability and long lead times. MRA Reports’ latest survey investigates the roofing distribution market in terms of sales expectations, market and business confidence, key product and market trends, as well as the most important problems, issues, and challenges faced by specialist roofing merchants. The survey forms part of a new wider report on the UK Roofing market, to be released at the end of April. When asked what problems and issues they had faced recently, nearly [...]
BDC Aluminium Appoints New Group Aluminium Sales Manager
BDC Aluminium has appointed Zac Nedimovic, who has over two decades of industry experience across manufacturing, installation and sales, as its new Group Aluminium Sales Manager. Zac’s career in fenestration began in 2003 when he developed hands-on experience across PVCu and aluminium systems. Starting on the shop floor after university, he was directly involved in the production of windows, doors and composite products. This early experience laid the foundations for his deep technical understanding and commitment to quality and precision. He later progressed into sales and commercial roles. This culminated in a sales director position at a national manufacturer [...]
Pushing The Boundaries With Aluminium Sliding Doors
Demand for large expanses of glazing has continued to grow, and homeowners are seeking brighter interiors, uninterrupted views, and seamless transitions between indoor and outdoor spaces. For installers working with aluminium, this trend presents an opportunity. Sliding Doors that combine contemporary aesthetics with an industry-leading performance give installers an advantage in a competitive market. The latest development in this space from Origin is the OS29+ Sliding Door. As the next-generation system, it’s designed to offer enhanced security and thermal performance alongside an elevated design. Aluminium has long been valued within the industry for its ability to offer flexible design [...]
Elegant. Efficient. EMBLEM.
Saint-Gobain solutions key to BREEAM-certified architectural project in Lille In the heart of the northern French metropolis of Lille, the Emblem project makes a strong architectural statement: the striking mixed-use complex combines contemporary luxury, elegance and sustainable construction in a clear design vision. With 17 residential floors and nine office floors, the building redefines urban living and working environments and exemplifies how innovative solutions from Saint-Gobain Glass and Swisspacer Saint-Gobain can make a significant contribution to the architectural quality and energy efficiency of modern buildings. Even at first glance, the façade defines the appearance of the Emblem and ensures [...]
