Clearview National September 2018 - Issue 202 | Page 79

INSTALLERSUPPORT

CHOOSE YOUR SLIDING DOOR SUPPLIER WITH CARE

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SLIDING PATIO DOORS ARE SEEING a resurgence in popularity as more installers recognise they are the practical , cost-effective alternative to bi-folds . But , as Managing Director of Universal Trade Frames Brian Kruger points out , if installers want to capitalise on the opportunities , you need to work with the right supplier . He said : “ Sliding patio doors are considered a specialist product for a reason . If you want exceptional quality and reliability , you need to partner with a trade supplier that ’ s got a solid track record in manufacturing them .”
Established in 1996 , Universal Trade Frames has the sliding patio door credentials installers should look for . It ’ s a family owned trade supplier committed to staying ahead of industry trends and delivering consistently high-quality products and support .
Sliding patio doors have been a fixture in Universal ’ s portfolio since the very beginning . Brian said : “ Our team are very experienced in sliding patio manufacture , which means we have the expertise needed . Plus , because they ’ ve been part of our portfolio for so long , I ’ m confident we have the answers to any usage or installation query , no matter how obscure .”
Universal ’ s sliding patio door is available in 2 , 3 and 4 pane options and a range of colours and woodgrain finishes . It has stainless steel tracks and wheels for a smooth sliding action . There ’ s a purpose-designed mid-rail that accepts a letterplate to maximise potential uses . And as evidence of the quality on offer , they come with a 10-year guarantee .
The company recently upgraded the locking system on the door . The new lock has a high security 6-point locking mechanism with opposing hooks , mishandling device and an additional anti-lift bolt that increase security even further . Brian commented : “ We ’ re always looking for ways we can improve our offering and give our customers a competitive advantage . The new lock delivers superb security so our customers can provide complete peace of mind to homeowners .”
Capitalising on market trends is what every installer wants to do . But if you want to put yourself in the strongest position to do so , you need to choose your suppliers with care .
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ALUMINIUM INSTALLER TRAINING ACADEMY

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ALUFOLDDIRECT ’ S Aluminium Installer Training Academy is now open , giving installers the opportunity to upskill on fitting aluminium glazing and install the Everything Aluminium range right first-time , every time .
Based at AluFoldDirect ’ s Blackburn HQ , the academy has been purpose-built , so that installers can get practical , handson training from the aluminium experts . In rigs , there are fullsized samples of the Everything Aluminium range including
bi-fold doors , sliding doors , windows , commercial doors , roof lanterns and flat rooflights , so that installers can get trained up on best-practice fitting .
Training sessions are free , and they are adapted to suit each company ’ s training needs , to fill skills gaps in the team and grow their aluminium glazing profits .
Craig Miller , Managing Director at AluFoldDirect says : “ The academy is one-of-a-kind . We knew that some installers were getting aluminium installation wrong , which was causing them lots of hassle . Others were having smaller issues , but it was still eating into their time on site .
“ That ’ s why the Aluminium Installer Training Academy has been built and it ’ s the reason why we ’ ve made training sessions flexible , to suit each installation team . The academy is run by
our in-house expert , Paul , whose fitting knowledge is invaluable . Customers can choose to come and get full training on the Everything Aluminium range , get a refresher course for experienced installers or train to become an Infinium Glazing Accredited Installer .
“ Whatever they choose , the academy gives installers the confidence to take on bigger aluminium glazing projects and fit it right first-time , every time . We have already had a phenomenal response from customers who have done a training session with Paul , so we know that filling skills gaps is high on installer ’ s agendas .”
Bookings are being taken now for the AluFoldDirect Aluminium Installer Training Academy .
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