The landscape of aluminium and related materials is undergoing a quiet transformation, driven by shifting policies, changing cost structures and exciting technological advancements. The global downstream and end-use sector is seeing everything from trade adjustments and tariff changes to...
Newcastle has recently delivered more than just building materials - it has delivered safety to the vulnerable island community in Ha’Apai, where extreme weather is a constant threat. Fabricated in Newcastle and shipped across the ocean, windows and doors manufactured from special...
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Topglass has completed its largest aluminium-based project in the Northern Regional College (NRC) Ballymena Campus. The project includes the installation of aluminium windows, doors, and curtain walling within the campus building. This project was delivered by Toplass in association with Heron...
Founded in 2013 by Ajay Balakrishna, Schon Doorways combines German engineering with Indian innovation. Trusted by 5,000+ architects and 250,000+ homeowners across 200+ cities, they offer stylish, strong, and sustainable solutions—from ultra-slim aluminium doors and windows to custom railings,...
Aluwind Infra-Tech Limited, a specialist in designing, fabricating, and installing custom aluminium windows, doors, facades, glazing, and cladding systems, has announced the receipt of a prestigious INR 23.82 crore (USD 2.86 million) contract from Larsen & Toubro Limited's Realty Division (L&T)....
In response to evolving spatial needs that balance functionality and aesthetics, Parallel Doors and Windows, a specialised window solution designed to provide maximum ventilation, has introduced its latest innovation, the Aluminium Sliding Door, engineered for modern architectural applications. The...
Leicester-based manufacturer of UPVC and aluminium windows and doors, Unique Window Systems, has acquired AluFold Direct, the aluminium window and door manufacturer in Blackburn. Unique Window Systems already manufactures both UPVC and aluminium windows and doors from its 165,000 sq ft factory in...
Alufold Direct Limited, an aluminium door and window manufacturer based in Blackburn, UK, has been facing financial difficulties for some time now, during which a potential sale of the business ultimately fell through. Attempts to secure alternative funding also failed, leading the directors to...
Mechatherm International has successfully installed custom-engineered hydraulic furnace doors on five furnaces at Aluminium Bahrain (Alba). Specially designed by the UK-based technology provider, the doors were tailored to fit seamlessly with Alba’s existing furnace infrastructure. Owing to spatial...
One of the leading window and door manufacturers and suppliers in the North of England, Alternative Windows has recently received a seven-figure investment, which is linked to the expansion of the company. The recent investment was led by Ben Watson, who has taken on the role of chief executive...
Schon Doorways is stepping onto the global stage with its first wave of international exports, marking a significant milestone in the brand's journey toward worldwide recognition. With early shipments already delivered to key markets such as the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, and Malaysia, the...
Capral Aluminium is on a roll – from developing Shop.Capral the online gateway for premium quality aluminium solutions to launching its latest cutting-edge Revit 3D Library, the company is going everyway to empowering architecture. Developed in collaboration with IGS BIM Solutions—Australia’s...
Ajay Balakrishna, Founder and CEO of Schon Doorways, is an engineer by training, a passionate designer at heart and an entrepreneur by choice. With a deep-rooted passion for design innovation and engineering excellence, Ajay brings over a decade of experience in the architectural and building...
Crucial Engineering a Bradford-based company specialising in aluminium doors and security access systems has bagged a £250,000 loan from NPIF II – Mercia Debt Finance, a part of the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II (NPIF II), to fuel its growth. The funding will empower Crucial Engineering to...
Officials from the Uzbek-Kyrgyz Development Fund and the Glass Center Kyrgyz-Uzbek announced a joint venture after a heart-to-heart wherein an assignment is set — to set up a factory in the Chuy region of Kyrgyzstan aimed at producing double-glazed windows, doors, and facades crafted from aluminium...
Use of aluminium furniture has become a standout trend in interior design, capturing the attention of homeowners and designers for its sleek aesthetics and practical functionality. Known for its lightweight yet durable qualities, aluminium seamlessly integrates into modern interiors, adding a...
On Thursday, December 12, Constellium SE, a Paris-based rolled and extruded aluminium products company, announced the successful completion of the "ISA3" R&D project, which brings a lightweight solution to automotive design. Image Source: LinkedIn The project started in 2021 with a grant from the...
Reynaers Aluminium has enhanced its Vision 7 Thermal Commercial Door by introducing new panic hardware options, including both surface-mounted and concealed systems, designed for seamless operation during emergencies. Image Source: Reynaers Aluminium These hardware options are available in push-bar...
BYU has collaborated with Toyota to develop a more efficient welding technique for the sliding doors of the Toyota Sienna. Traditionally, resistance spot welding has been used, a method suited to steel. However, the new process, called refill friction stir spot welding, adapts this principle...
Origin, UK’s leading specialist manufacturers of bespoke aluminium Bi-folding doors and windows, has clocked a significant achievement. The company has celebrated the production of its one-millionth product with a special announcement. Origin has launched an exclusive commemorative door set adorned...
