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The Fabricator Magazine – February 2025
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Editor’s Comment
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Editor John Roper says the construction sector needs 225,000 new workers to come through in the next two years. Training, training, training he exhorts even if it is expensive – the alternative is fewer skilled fabricators or installers, which means you will be struggling to run your business without paying top dollar for the few that remain. There’s a lot of talk – but now is the time for action … Roper cites a few good and easy-to-apply ideas.
Marketing – More than a logo
Andrew Scott shares his thoughts on how businesses within the fenestration industry can make their business stand out in a crowded marketplace. He references brands such as Apple and other global players who are recognised by their logos and colour palettes which reassure those who see them of their quality, reliability and trustworthiness. Generally, they win more business and at higher rates. Wouldn’t you like to do the same too?
Cover Story
Universal Composite Doors has now opened its door to even more customers with a new addition to an already extensive range of doors – a new premium 70mm foam filled GRP, twin rebated door is the latest addition to the Galactic Collection.
CAB Column – First signs of spring
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CEO Nigel Headford reports that the Council for Aluminium in Building has seen four new companies expressing interest in membership in the first few weeks of the year. This reflects a construction industry experiencing a cautiously optimistic outlook for the first quarter of 2025.
Environment – What comes next?
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Architectural powder coating brings a durable and pleasing finish to aluminium windows, doors and façades. Performance comes from the pre-treatment process. The Fabricator speaks to Chris Mansfiled of Qualicoat to understand more.
Doors – All you could want
Sheerline’s Classic Heritage door has become its latest product to achieve Secured by Design (SBD) and PAS24 accreditation. Combining traditional art déco styling with modern thermal performance and a fitter friendly design, it has already proved popular.
Doors – Not what you think
Do homeowners really worry about the U-value of a front door when looking to change, replace or upgrade? Gerda Doors managing director Danny Williams considers the features that homeowners look for, compared to what we think is important to them.