The Glass and Glazing Federation

The Glass and Glazing Federation represents companies who make, supply or fit, glass and glazing products in the UK and internationally.

Being the industry authority, the GGF promotes best practice and sets the highest technical and health & safety standards. The Federation is also the voice of the industry in local and national politics helping shape and influence policy and legislation. As well as offering an array of benefits to its members, the GGF guides and protects homeowners when buying glass or glazing products and services.

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GGF UNDERWHELMED BY AUTUMN STATEMENT

The GGF welcomed some of the announcements in the Chancellor’s Autumn Statement last week but were concerned that several key issues were not being fully addressed to help GGF Members and the wider industry.

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GGF WRITES TO CHANCELLOR AHEAD OF AUTUMN STATEMENT

Ahead of the Chancellor’s Autumn Statement the GGF has written to the Chancellor’s Office to outline the Federation’s concerns regarding the Government’s threat to cut ECO (Energy Company Obligation) and also to urge the Treasury to offer homeowners better incentives to make their homes more energy efficient.

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GGF WRITES TO PRIME MINISTER OVER ECO THREAT

Following the Prime Minister’s statement in Parliament last week that “We need to roll back some of the green regulations and charges that are putting up bills”, the GGF has written to the Prime Minister’s Office to outline the Federation’s concerns regarding the Government’s green initiatives.

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GGF SUPPORTS POLICE INVESTIGATION INTO FIRE-RESISTANT GLASS 'FRAUD'

The Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) is supporting the recent Police investigation following a complaint about the specification of some of the fire resistant glass supplied by Glassworks Ireland Ltd, a company based in Hillview Industrial Estate, Randalstown, County Antrim.

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GGF CALLS FOR CHANGE FOLLOWING LATEST GREEN DEAL FIGURES

Following the recent Government statistics on Green Deal and ECO (Energy Company Obligation), the Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) remains adamant that the Government has to change Green Deal in order to make it workable for the Glass and Glazing Industry.

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GGF TO RAISE MEMBERS CONCERNS AT PARTY CONFERENCES

The GGF will yet again be in attendance at the political party conferences this Autumn to raise Members concerns on; the economy and in particular the VAT on glass and glazing products, Green Deal and its slow uptake and the lack of support for funding and training for the industry.

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GGF ANNUAL REPORT 2012: FEDERATION PRODUCTIVE IN TOUGH YEAR

The Glass and Glazing Federation has released its Annual Report for 2012 showing a financially stable position against the tough economic conditions in the period.

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GGF’S ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING – 27TH SEPTEMBER 2013

The Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) will be holding its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Friday, 27th September 2013 at London Bridge.

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GGF SUPPORTS FIRE DOOR SAFETY WEEK

The Glass and Glazing Federation and the GGF Fire Resistant Glazing Group is supporting “Fire Door Safety Week” which runs from 16-21 September 2013.

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GGF SIGN UP FOR FIT SHOW 2014

Following the outstanding success of the FIT Show this year, the GGF has signed up to exhibit at The FIT Show in 2014. The GGF Group has secured its stand space 264 in Hall 2 at the show which will run from 10-12 June 2014.

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GGF SPONSORS NHIC AWARD

As members of the National Home Improvement Council (NHIC) the GGF is sponsoring a new award called “Best Use of Glass in the Home” at the NHIC Awards 2013.

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GGF’S FIRE RESISTANT GLAZING GROUP UNVEILS NEW FIRE SAFETY CAMPAIGN

Following a series of concerns with fire safety glazing systems the GGF Fire Resistant Glazing Group has developed a five point code of core governing principles for all glass and glazing system products that have the stated purpose for safety in case of fire, as follows:

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GGF REACTS STRONGLY TO GREEN DEAL AND ECO REPORT

The GGF reacted strongly to the Green Deal and Energy Company Obligation (ECO) first quarter Statistics issued yesterday by the Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC).

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Events

fensterbau frontale

26th March 2014

The GGF will be showing their support for the fensterbau/frontale Exhibition 2014. Every two years this event is a permanent entry in the diary of architects, carpenters, window and facade manufacturers and the specialist trade. Exhibitors from all over the world present profile systems, glass, prefabricated units, sealing systems, hardware, fixing equipment, safety equipment, machines, installations, tools and many other products for windows, doors and facades.

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Counter Terror Expo 2014

29th April 2014

The GGF will again be exhibiting at the Counter Terror Expo on stand No. G0 .Counter Terror Expo is the largest international event to mitigate threats, protect against terrorist attacks and understand modern day risks. CTX is the premier international event delivering over 9,500 buyers and specifiers from the entire security sector within Government, Military, Law Enforcement, Emergency Services, Private Sector and the Security Services. The event is the perfect platform to see and showcase the most comprehensive display of technology, equipment and services designed to protect nations, borders, crowded places, critical national infrastructure, companies, assets and individuals from the threat of terrorist attack. Counter Terror Expo is offering an exclusive 20% Discount for all GGF Members. To register for your conference pass please go to www.counterterrorexpo.com/register and enter GGF20 at checkout.

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FIT Show 2014

10th June 2014

The GGF Group will be exhibiting at the FIT Show, on stand No. 264. The FIT (Fabricator Installer Trade) Show, held at The International Centre, Telford, is the only window, door & conservatory showcase organised specifically for the UK glass and glazing industry and gives fabricators and installers a unique opportunity to showcase their products and brand alongside the biggest names in the business; whilst visitors have the chance to view the very best the trade has to offer all under one roof. It also consists of various industry-specific seminars and forums where visitors can participate with many of the trade’s key figures and take away new-found inspirations to help their businesses grow.

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Trading Standards Institute Conference 2014

30th June 2014

The GGF will be supporting the TSI annual conference, which will take place at the Harrogate International Centre in 2014. For details on sponsorship, advertising, mini-theatre sessions and other opportunities please contact the Sales team by phone on 0845 608 9421 or by email to juditht@tsi.org.uk Programme details and further information will follow. Come and visit us on Stand Number F10.