For over 10 years, The Window Company (Contracts) has worked with fabricator, Polyframe, on a variety of projects, mainly in the commercial sector. When The Window Company (Contracts) reached out, Polyframe was actively looking to grow its presence in the social housing sector and take on more refurb programmes in the area. Polyframe had also just completed a £2 million investment into its factory, which ensured they could fulfil the high demands of the project. Polyframe’s existing relationship with REHAU made the project a perfect fit for all parties. Phil Walker, Chief Operating Officer at Polyframe, said: “The Window Company (Contracts) is a valued partner of Polyframe and we’ve worked with them on a number of projects over the years. Our recent investment in a new cutting centre and a new automated welding and cleaning line allowed us to offer greater speed and efficiency in fabricating the REHAU frames for this project. “Like The Window Company (Contracts), REHAU is similarly experienced in the commercial space and their team were a great help on this project. They act as that ‘critical friend’ and assist us with quoting, tenders and technical expertise. It just makes the whole process a lot smoother from start to finish.” Fit to last Since the project started last year, 137 TOTAL70 windows, four rear doors and six French doors have been installed at Luckley House, and 63 TOTAL70 windows have been installed at Clockhouse. All the products which have been installed are in line with the PAS24 security standard and the windows exceed the minimum standard thermal efficiency requirement. The improved thermal performance of these new windows and doors has also helped Ashford Borough Council increase the viability of air source and ground source heat pump installations. Rueben said: “In some cases, the improved thermal efficiency of the windows and doors has acted as the deciding factor that has persuaded tenants to accept heating upgrades.
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