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TORMAX Revolving Door Completes Premium Entrance At 175 Putney
TORMAX UK Ltd was contracted by glazing specialist Bournemouth Glass Company to install a three-wing, fully automatic T5 Classic revolving door at the main entrance of 175 Putney, - a premium office development in central London owned by the Nicolas James Group. Drawing on more than 60 years’ experience in door automation, TORMAX continues to develop technologically advanced systems designed to deliver reliable operation, safety and long service life. Combining elegant a


The Journey of Brass:Croft Celebrates the Craftsmanship of British-Made Hardware
The beauty of architectural hardware lies in the craftsmanship behind it. What may seem like a simple door handle or cabinet pull is, in reality, a carefully orchestrated process of shaping, refining, polishing and finishing. Each stage contributes to the material's depth, tactile appeal and visual refinement, ensuring even the smallest design details make a lasting impression. At this year’s Decorex, British architectural hardware manufacturer Croft will bring that process t


When The Finish Is The Story - A Bespoke Oak Garage Door For A Coastal Residence
Rundum Meir was commissioned to supply a bespoke side sliding garage door for a beautifully considered private residence on the English east coast. The property, a characterful combination of traditional flint and brick construction with contemporary extensions demanded a garage door that would sit naturally within its existing architectural language. The solution was a handcrafted oak door, finished with SiOO:X to achieve precisely that. Coastal environments present particul


ISO-Chemie Targets Scotland With Energy Efficient Sealing Solutions
Window and door foam sealant tapes specialist ISO-Chemie will be displaying its airtightness, thermal and acoustic sealing solutions at BE-ST Summits across Scotland this autumn. ISO-TOP WINFRAMER will be one of the products featured on ISO Chemie’s stand at this Autumn’s BE-ST Summits across Scotland A key feature at the events in Dumfries, Inverness and Glasgow will be ISO-TOP WINFRAMER, a structurally solid, pre-fabricated installation frame manufactured in a range of va


Patrick Guest Appointed As Vicaima Limited MD
New Era begins at Vicaima Limited One of Europe’s key joinery manufacturers, the Vicaima Group, have announced the appointment of Patrick Guest as Vicaima Limited’s Managing Director. Responsible for its operations and activities throughout the United Kingdom and Ireland, Patrick is a highly accomplished and well-known timber industry figure. He brings with him an immense wealth of strategic acumen, which, when combined with the skilled and professional resources at his dis


TORMAX Automation For Historic Entrance
As part of a refurbishment of the Grade II* listed Pitt Building, TORMAX UK partnered with IQ Glass to deliver advanced automation for the building's new frameless glass draft lobby. Supplying an advanced iMotion 2202 operator to power the single internal sliding door, TORMAX helped create an accessible, energy-efficient and reliable entrance solution that complements this prestigious heritage refurbishment. Designed and manufactured to exacting standards, the TORMAX range


Stand Out, Don't Stand Still, Urges ADSA
Businesses that continue to invest in innovation, people and market visibility during periods of economic uncertainty will emerge stronger than those that retreat, according to the Automatic Door Suppliers Association (ADSA). As organisations across the construction supply chain continue to navigate inflationary pressures, delayed investment decisions, skills shortages and evolving regulatory requirements, ADSA is encouraging the entrance systems sector to view challenging ma


IDSystems Helps Sycamore House See The Light
Set within a quiet Cambridgeshire village, Sycamore House is a striking contemporary home that demonstrates how thoughtful architecture and carefully specified glazing systems can transform a site. Designed by Gary Johns Architects and built by Ley Construction, the property was conceived as a downsizing project that would allow the homeowners to remain in the village, they had lived in all their lives. Rather than move away, the clients chose to build a new home within the


The Standard For Future Home Energy Efficiency
The UK's Future Homes Standard, which comes into force in March 2027, will impact window specification, focusing on ways to improve airtightness as energy ratings for properties continue to tighten, says Andy Swift, sales and operations director - UK for sealant tape manufacturer ISO-Chemie. Andy Swift, sales and operations director UK for ISO-Chemie The UK's Future Homes Standard mandates a 75% to 80% cut in carbon emissions, ensuring that new homes and non-domestic building
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