Search Results for: glass and glaziers

Ispace Glass Limited

| 04.02.25

At iSpace Glass, we take pride in transforming spaces both commercial & residential with bespoke window and glass products. Whether you’re a homeowner, fit out contractor, facilities manager, architect, or designer, our commitment to craftsmanship, innovation, and customer satisfaction sets us apart.

We are committed to delivering excellence in every project. Our team of specialist glaziers & support staff combine technical expertise with a passion for innovative design.

We are based on the Surrey/Sussex border working mainly in London & the South East (Surrey, Sussex, Kent, Berkshire & Hampshire) & travel both nationally & internationally if required.

Norwich Glass Company Limited

| 21.10.24

Leading 24hr Glaziers In Norwich

Norwich Glass Company are the largest independent glass supplier in Norwich. Supplying glass and glass installation services to both the general public and trade industries, we pride ourselves in combining the highest standard of customer service with the most comprehensive glazing service available in Norfolk.

A-Class Glass and Joinery Limited

| 19.10.22

For the very best in joinery services for both domestic and commercial clients, ours is the only name you’ll need. Our team of skilled, experienced glaziers and joiners can cover all the jobs you have, from the smallest repairs to the largest installations. Call today to find out more.

A-Class Glass and Joinery Limited

| 19.10.22

A-Class Glass and Joinery Limited

| 17.10.22

Empire Glass and Glazing Limited

| 01.03.22

Empire Glass are a leading family-owned glazing contractor, glass merchant, processor and decorator with offices in Southwark and factory conveniently located in the village of Laddingford, a stone’s throw from Tonbridge.

We operate Monday to Saturday 8am to 6pm assisting domestic, commercial and construction customers across every London postcode and the whole of Kent providing free site surveys, expert advice and emailed quotations so feel free to get in touch as we`re always happy to help, even if it’s just for advice.

Empire are one of the UK’s most rated and reviewed glazing contractors gaining over 200 five-star reviews across Google, Trustatrader, Yell and Thomson’s. Our reviews are complimented by fully uniformed glaziers with company ID badges arriving in clean well-equipped sign written vans.

Empire are one of only a handful of “proper” glazing companies exclusively undertaking glazing projects, with regards to glass, we do it all. Our works are varied ranging from a small single glazed window or double-glazed conservatory repair on behalf of a local domestic customer through to a large replacement high rise double glazed unit or 100 shower doors for a large hotel chain in London’s West End.

There’s not much we can’t usually help with in the way of glass or the related so get in touch whether it be domestic, commercial, construction, large/small, basic or complex!

It’s worth visiting our website and Instagram @Glasshelpdesk as these both show in detail and step by step the extensive range of products and services we offer whilst we actually undertake the work so no need to take our work for it!

Empire take training, safety and appearance seriously, as such, all glaziers are trained in all the following disciplines: First Aid, Ladder Trained, IPAF, PASMA and CSCS.

For customer peace of mind Empire Glass are Trading Standards recommended plus members of The Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF), Made in Britain and Safe Contractor and Construction Line approved.
We`re active on Instagram posting most days so why not follow us @GlassHelpdesk for glazing and @Empiredecrotive for decorating to us to see what were up to……

BAP Glass & Maintenance

| 12.11.20

B.A.P Glass have a team of expert glaziers specialising in uPVC windows, doors, double glazing, shop fronts and emergency glazing services.

Putney Glass & Glazing Limited

| 15.10.19

We are an independent, hardworking team of glaziers with an established history dating back to 1981. Located on Putney Bridge Road, our glass merchants meet the glazing requirements of domestic and commercial customers throughout South West London and the wider South East area. If you need to discuss double glazing or replacement windows, call in to see us at our popular premises today.

In addition to Putney, we extend our services into the nearby areas of Fulham and Richmond, among many others, to reinforce our position as genuine local glaziers who believe in making the customer the most important person in our business.

Whenever you visit our Putney glass merchants, we know you’ll be nothing less than delighted with the traditional, customer-focused services we have to offer.

We supply, cut and install a complete range of glass types at competitive prices, using dedicated fitting teams with a wealth of experience in the double glazing industry. Just as importantly, we provide an emergency service for the times when you need a team of glaziers urgently.

CMAs: GGF and MyGlazing.com shortlisted

Events, News | 23.10.18

The GGF and MyGlazing.com have been shortlisted as finalists in three categories for the Construction Marketing Awards, the annual event that showcases creativity, innovation and effectiveness in marketing across the construction industry.

The GGF’s 40^th Anniversary Campaign in 2017 has been nominated in the “Best use of Research and Insight” Category, while the Federation’s consumer website MyGlazing.com (in conjunction with Refresh PR) has been nominated for the “Best Use of Press and PR” and the “Best Mid-Budget Campaign”.

On hearing of the nominations, James Lee, Director of GGF Group Marketing and Communications, commented, “I am delighted that the GGF, MyGlazing.com and our PR agency Refresh PR, have been recognised and are in the running for these awards.”

The GGF’s 40^th Anniversary campaign entailed extensive research that trawled the GGF’s archives with some of the reference books going back over 200 years of trade bodies in the glass industry. From the research, the GGF produced a timeline starting from 1328 and London’s Guild of Glaziers (the industry’s first know trade body) right through to 2017 and the GGF’s position in the industry as the leading trade organisation for the last 40 years.

James Lee continued, “The in-depth research was an important element for the full blown campaign because we created an easy to follow road map of our industry and it showed why the GGF has become the main trade body for the industry.”

Refresh PR were appointed the GGF’s consumer PR agency in 2015 and have since help grow the awareness and interest in MyGlazing.com (the GGF’s consumer website).

Laura Mashiter, managing director of Refresh PR, added: “We are delighted to have worked with the GGF on the MyGlazing.com campaign since 2015. We’re thrilled it has been shortlisted in two categories alongside many high calibre entries. In Window with a View’s third year, we’re delighted that it continues to deliver great results for MyGlazing.com – we’re excited to make the competition even bigger and better next year!”

Through the unique Window with a View completion, Refresh has helped the GGF and MyGlazing.com achieve over 25 million viewing opportunities in the consumer media. In addition, MyGlazing.com has recently surpassed 500,000 users since it was first launched in September 2015 and is on target to reach one million page views in February 2019.

The Construction Marketing Awards Gala Dinner takes place on Thursday 29^th November at Hilton Bankside, London.

Visit the Construction Marketing Awards website to learn more and book your tickets.

Burton Glass

| 18.09.17

Window,door and curtain walling manufacturers in PVCu & Aluminium for commercial and domestic markets. Glaziers. CHAS, Safecontractor, Constructionline and Worksafe approved contactors.

McLeod Glaziers (Perth) Ltd

| 18.09.17

McLeod Glaziers are not just traditional glaziers. We also specialise in UPVC replacement doors and windows, double glazing, balustrades and architectural glass across Eastern Scotland, including Perth and Kinross, Tayside, Dundee, Fife and Edinburgh. Our team can provide anything you need in glass, from a single replacement pane for a greenhouse, to a complete house window installation.

The company is one of Tayside’s leading glass suppliers and provider of double glazing, secondary glazing and UPVC doors. McLeod Glaziers specialise in all types of glass and glazing, as well as repair or replacement windows across Perth and Kinross, Fife, Edinburgh and the Lothians. We are dedicated to providing a complete range of glazing products, installed by our in-house teams of experienced and qualified fitters.

We provide refitting to existing work, as well as the very latest composite and aluminium products, such as windows, entrance doors, bi-fold doors, patio doors and commercial installation including shop fronts and frameless glass partitioning and doorways. Our team can also design, manufacture and install bespoke shower screens, splash-backs for bathrooms and kitchens, glass Juliet balconies and glass balustrades for your stairs, decking, patio and balconies

As one of Scotland’s longest established glazing contractors, McLeod Glaziers is a name synonymous with Perth. Established in 1836, we have been proudly serving our community for nearly two hundred years. Today, our family-owned business operates from a purpose built Head Office, showroom and workshop at Inveralmond Industrial Estate.

We focus on high levels of customer care and quality of products. Many of our customers have trusted us to care for their properties for decades. We have often provided services to families, as they have moved into new homes.

Our team still has the strong work ethic that was established in 1836 and today still underpins our business.

With a state-of-the-art glazing plant at the Head Office, McLeod Glazier’s stock an extensive selection of glass that can be cut polished and drilled for any application. Our team will provide you with the same high level of care and attention, whether we’re providing a single pane of glass, to a complete property installation including window replacement, glass balustrading, bi-fold doors and frameless glass.

Wadds Glass Ltd

| 18.09.17

Wadds Ltd is a well-known glass and glazing company established in the North East of England for almost 50 years. We provide glass and glazing solutions for domestic and many commercial, facilities management, educational and healthcare organizations. We also offer a 24 hour emergency boarding and glazing service 365 days a year. Our helpline is permanently staffed and we use our own team of highly-trained glaziers. The free survey facility on all glazing works both small scale for the private sector or large scale commercial projects are supported by a no obligation quote before any work is carried out. This quote is fixed for 30 days and there are no hidden charges.

Emergency Glazing 24/7
Shopfronts
Curtain Wall
Glazing and glaziers
Film

Abbey Glass (Derby) Ltd

| 18.09.17

Window,door and curtain walling manufacturers in PVCu & Aluminium for commercial and domestic markets. Glaziers. Established in 1972. Sister company Burton Glass in Burton on Trent. CHAS, Safecontractor, Constructionline and Worksafe approved contactors. Derbyshire Trusted Trader.

Reliable
Local
Quality
Bespoke
Trustworthy

Aaro Glass Ltd

| 18.09.17

aaroglass are commercial glaziers dealing with all types of emergency glazing , from securing premisses to replacements , we work with a number of councils and schools ect , throughout the south coast we offer a 24hr emergency service on 0800 3280 999 Aaro glass manufacture aluminium shopfronts ect

CS Glaziers (North Wales) Ltd

| 18.09.17

Manufactuers of Kite Marked Insulating Glass Units and Toughened Safety Glass. We also manufacture to your requirements, balustrade glass, painted glass splashbacks, mirrors etc.,

We offer a glazing repair service, with 24hr cover for domestic and trade customers.

Energy Saving Insulating Glass Units
Tuff Cymru Toughened Safety Glass
Painted Glass Splashbacks
Balustrade glass & fittings
Glazing Repair Service

Stevenage Glass celebrates 50th anniversary

| 25.08.16

GGF Member company Stevenage Glass recently marked a major milestone – half a century in the glass and glazing sector operating in Stevenage, St Albans and beyond.

Reaching your 50th anniversary is a notable achievement for any company, and in light of this, Stevenage Glass is using this momentous year to blend the old with the new to show just how far they’ve come since 1966.

Owner and managing director Kim King commented:

“Throughout the last 50 years, we’ve seen many changes as the company has flourished and expanded, including moving to larger premises on Cavendish Road after we outgrew our starter premises on Argyle Way, and we haven’t looked back since! Even after the move, we’ve already made a couple of extensions to keep up with the demands of the growth of our business even more.”

Stevenage Glass began to extend their product range further to better accommodate for the needs of their ever-growing customer base, with their range now including a wide selection of glass products for interior home improvement for bathrooms, kitchens and living areas.

These new additions complement their core services, such as emergency glazing, secondary glazing, window repair and glass cutting, all of which have grown and developed over the last five decades.

Proud GGF Members

As a founding member of the Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF), Stevenage Glass offer an impeccable standard of work, consistently meeting all industry standards across the board, and their affiliation with GGF further serves as an example of their commitment to the industry and the standard of work they do.

Nigel Rees, GGF Chief Executive, commented:

“Congratulations to Stevenage Glass on their 50^th Anniversary. They have been with the GGF since the very beginning of the Federation and their attention to high quality and service has obviously been an integral part of their success. This year is a special year for all at the company and the GGF wishes them all the best with their celebrations.”

New branding launched

Part of Stevenage’s celebrations include the launch of updated branding. As a testament to the company’s hard work and the quality of their products and services that have carried them through the last five decades, the company worked with fellow GGF Member Adtrak Ltd to create a style that celebrated their past and incorporated a glass element to symbolise their expertise in the product.

Stevenage Glass decided to resist the temptation to modernise as much as possible to make the brand feel completely new, feeling that this would be missing the point – after all, reaching their 50th anniversary is an impressive achievement! And here is the finished product:

The final look is minimal and modern while also echoing the way things used to be, combining a new, technologically advanced feel with the timeless quality of an old, experienced business. Simple lines are used to make glass pane-like shapes, and a light, understated colour scheme creates a theme that runs throughout the company’s branding.

Looking ahead to the next 50 years

Owner Kim King spoke on the company’s future:

“After an extremely successful first 50 years, Stevenage Glass is setting the bar high to make the next 50 even better with further progression and plans for the future – so watch this space!

One thing is for sure: we will always remain Stevenage’s original glass manufacturers and heritage glaziers. On behalf of the company I’d like to say a huge thank you to all of our staff and customers who have remained loyal and supported us throughout the years; we wouldn’t be here celebrating our success today if it weren’t for you!”

We’re sure that over the years you’ll be hearing more about the brand, as well as more about how they got to become one of the industry’s leading experts.

To learn more about our company’s history, please visit their timeline.

Stevenage Glass is on MyGlazing.com

GGF Defends Members and Confirms Industry Position

News, Politics | 29.01.16

GGF and its Members have been subject to recent attacks online. The most recent appearing on DoubleGlazingBlogger by Anthony Jones, Chairman of National Federation of Glaziers.

Giles Willson, GGF Managing Director, has defended GGF Members and underlined the GGF’s work and position as the industry’s leading trade body.

See full response below.

“Rather than engage in a public cyber squabble, we respond to Anthony Jones’ earlier post, with a few questions for Anthony with regard to his inaccurate (and bordering on defamatory) comments as well as providing some facts to help him understand the Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF), our work and the scope of our long standing success, as we try to continue to improve the operating environment for our Members and the wider industry.

Consumer-biased laws?
For several years, the GGF Home Improvement department and specialist groups have been working hard on behalf of the industry on consumer legislation with Government departments and the Chartered Trading Standards Institute. We are therefore curious to know which “consumer-biased laws” Anthony is referring to and which GGF Member companies he feels have brought these “consumer-biased laws” upon the industry. Please can you provide this information Anthony?

Selling techniques v dishonest practice
Each company, whether a GGF Member company or not, decides on its own business model as to pricing and discounts. It is not a dishonest practice provided the trader is clear to the consumer as to what the list price is and what discounts apply. We appreciate that many in the industry have an opinion on traders which have a list price with substantial discounts available, however this practice is also common in many sectors such as automobiles, kitchens, furniture etc., and is not illegal or unethical.

GGF Members and voting
No single GGF Member or group of GGF Members “calls the shots” at the GGF. At GGF meetings when a vote is taken, the democratic policy in effect is “one Member, one vote”, so each Member company has just one vote on an issue whether it’s a large, medium or small company. However, we estimate that GGF Members do represent over 50% of the glass and glazing industry by turnover, so the GGF being the main trade body is approached by, and considered by Government, on issues of policy affecting our industry.

Such is the GGF’s strong relationship with Government departments and given the Federation’s size and scope, it is reasonable to consider the GGF as “the voice of the industry”. However to add even greater strength to our voice to Government, the GGF last year set up a new independent group in conjunction with several other trade bodies and manufacturers called The Glazing Supply Chain Group which is a forum that meets quarterly to share views and opinions across all areas of the industry and not just from GGF Members.

The GGF Consumer Code of Practice
The GGF Consumer Code of Practice formerly The Code of Ethical Practice (the name changed over ten years ago) was revised and re-launched last year to GGF Members, and is freely available for download on the GGF website https://www.ggf.org.uk/ and on the GGF’s consumer site https://www.myglazing.com. The Code has been updated, taking into account changes in consumer legislation. The GGF is currently in the process of gaining approval from the Chartered Trading Standards Institute for the new Code. It is compulsory that all GGF Members who sell directly to consumers have to sign up to the Code and if they breach it, they risk losing their membership in accordance with GGF Rules.

It would be interesting for all readers if Anthony could explain which part of The GGF Consumer Code of Practice he considers a “sham.” You can download the GGF Consumer Code of Practice here:
https://www.ggf.org.uk/publication/code_of_practice

How the GGF deals with dishonest practice
It is clear in our new Consumer Code that Members must not state inflated prices for goods and services above those of the company’s price list, then offer discounts or “special one- day offer prices” that are not true; only genuine discounts agreed by the company must be applied.

GGF Members are operating completely honestly and ethically by complying with the GGF Code. As stated before, it is the commercial decision of traders as to the pricing and business model they operate; however they must comply with the GGF Code if they are a GGF Member. As a trade body the GGF is bound by the Competition Act not to discuss pricing or pricing methods with Members. Members must however comply with the law and the GGF Consumer Code. Any Member in breach of the Code (and the GGF Rules) would face a disciplinary procedure through the GGF Finance and Membership Committee.

The status of the GGF in the industry
With our Membership comprising most of the major players and leading experts in the industry covering 35 different sectors, the GGF has naturally become the main trade organisation in the industry.

Given its position, the GGF offers its Members over 70 Membership benefits and great networking opportunities at over 200 specialist, regional and national group meetings across the UK.

Though networking is undoubtedly a very popular benefit, the GGF’s many other benefits include: solid political campaigning, unrivalled technical and health and safety information, a comprehensive library of publications and standards, consumer leaflets and support, website directories, business support and multiple online benefits such as Member company profiles on GGF websites ggf.org.uk and myglazing.com, plus the GGF digital news service and digital magazine. With so much digital development, the GGF has grown its online audience by over 400% (132,000 unique visitors in 2015) in 4 years. In the last couple of years the Federation has also enjoyed record attendances at meetings and many high profile companies in the industry have joined.

Given the quality, scale and profile of our technical publications, articles and specialist groups, it is no surprise that we are often the first point of contact not just for GGF Members but also for Government, the media, related third parties, the wider industry and consumers to answer questions and provide information on the key issues affecting our industry. Indeed, our technical content in the public domain is even referenced and used by the National Federation of Glaziers, which the GGF provides royalty free.

We are the first to admit that we are not perfect, but we do try our very best for our Membership and the wider industry to make the operating environment better for all. We always encourage any company not in Membership to consider joining and to contact us for more information about the Federation and its activities. If requested we would also happily invite interested companies to attend one of our meetings.

We trust this response will be taken in the spirit it is intended, to educate, inform and help Anthony or anyone else who may have any doubts about the position, integrity and work of the Glass and Glazing Federation, the industry’s leading trade body.

Giles Willson
Managing Director
Glass and Glazing Federation”

To visit the live blog and see comments, click here: https://www.doubleglazingblogger.com/2016/01/can-the-business-models-of-the-nationals-work-in-a-modern-fenestration-industry/

K Glazing Limited

| 23.08.24

As specialist glaziers, we have over 30 years’ experience manufacturing and installing double glazing with unique and high performance glass. We offer bespoke products that national window companies can’t, with a high level of detail and personal service.

Our professional and reputable installers offer double glazing installation and repairs across South and West Yorkshire from Pontefract, Wakefield and Castleford to Doncaster and Barnsley.

Three new Members join the GGF

Uncategorized | 27.11.20

The GGF is delighted to welcome the following companies into membership.

Derw Glass Ltd

Established as a family run business in 1991 Derw Glass Ltd is a leading West Wales unit manufacturer and glass processor.

Derw Glass Ltd

Pantyderi, Blaenffos

Boncath, SA37 0JB

Pembrokeshire

www.derwglass.com

B.A.P Glass & Maintenance

B.A.P Glass have a team of expert installers and glaziers specialising in uPVC windows, doors, double glazing, shop fronts and emergency glazing services.

B.A.P Glass & Maintenance

187 Broad Street, Dagenham

Essex, RM10 9JD

https://www.facebook.com/bapglass1/

Dwell Design Ltd

Dwell Design offer architectural, consulting and visualisation services to private, educational and commercial clients in the South East of England. They have a long-standing history of exceeding client expectations with a strong focus on renewable energy and low environmental impact.

Dwell Design Ltd

Cherry Tree Farm Cottage, Liberty Road

Newtown, Fareham

Hampshire, PO17 6LD

www.dwell-design.co.uk

Emergency Glazing Services

| 13.10.20

AT THE HEART OF EVERYTHING WE DO

EMERGENCY GLAZING LEICESTER

Welcome to Emergency Glazing Services, the leading emergency glaziers for Leicester and beyond. From shop front window repairs to residential window glass replacement and repairs, we take care of it all, making your home, business or office secure.

Our emergency glaziers in Leicester can respond to and board-up broken or cracked windows in just 1 hour. We have all types of glass in stock ready to fit in case of an emergency. Our glaziers can also fit toughened, laminated, decorated and safety glass, plus doors and mirrors if needed. We also replace and repair glass doors, from glass panelled patio doors to solid glass doors, we offer a number of solutions and always stock a variety of glass types, ready to be cut to size to repair the break.

Four new applications to join the GGF

Uncategorized | 28.08.20

The GGF is pleased to have received applications to join the Federation from the following companies.

BAP Glass & Maintenance

187 Broad Street, Dagenham, Essex, RM10 9JD

Owner: Billy Petty

B.A.P Glass ARE a team of expert glaziers specialising in uPVC windows, doors, double glazing, shop fronts and emergency glazing services.

Technoform

Forward House, 17 High Street, Henley-in-Arden, B95 5AA

www.Technoform.com

Directors: Jens Uhlen, Stefan Hauser, Yvonne Appelt

Technoform is a global family business, they run 14 production sites worldwide and extrude plastic profiles and tubes in Europe, America and Asia-Pacific. Today, Technoform has a global presence with more than 45 factories and sales offices and more than 1,500 employees.

Emergency Glazing Services

3 Winslow Green, Leicester, LE5 1JL

www.emergencyglazing-leicester.co.uk

Owner: Bradley Lingard

Emergency Glazing Services, emergency glaziers for Leicester and beyond. From shop front window repairs to residential window glass replacement and repairs, making homes and/or businesses secure.

Camdon Ltd

Rutherford House, Warrington Road, Birchwood, Warrington, WA3 6ZH

www.camdon.co.uk

Director: David John Bridge

Camdon have an extensive product range of energy efficient systems for solar panelling, heating, cellar cooling as well as water temperature control that have been developed by some of the industry market leaders such as Hubbard, Fujitsu, Mitsubishi & Rinnia.

If you as a GGF Member have any reasons to object to any of the above companies joining the GGF please contact membership@ggf.org.uk

GGF Underlines Positions on COVID-19 Crisis

COVID 19, News, Politics | 20.04.20

The GGF has underlined its positions on several issues around the developing COVID-19 crisis and its impact on the glass and glazing industry. In a statement to GGF Members and the Industry, John Agnew GGF, Managing Director clarified the GGF’s position with regard to the issue on whether companies should choose to close temporarily or to continue operating safely. The statement also addressed the cash flow crisis and the economic situation ahead.

Statement from John Agnew, GGF Managing Director:

Since the outbreak of this terrible virus and the impact on our industry, the GGF has maintained a consistent and responsible position to help primarily our Member companies and also the wider industry.

During the crisis, the GGF has aligned itself with Government advice and guidelines which have admittedly changed as the crisis has developed. There is no doubt, that some of the Government’s messages for our industry have caused confusion and misinterpretation. The GGF can’t answer for the Government but can only interpret and relay the information as and when we receive it.

To date, the GGF has been extremely active during the COVID-19 pandemic. To highlight this, a summary of all of our activity has now been published on our website. Our regular communications to GGF Members and the wider industry as well as our engagement with government and related construction trade bodies have been welcome from the feedback we have received. In addition, throughout these extraordinary times, the GGF has also maintained its core services to underline our leading and proactive role as the industry’s main trade body.

In the past few weeks, some in the industry have questioned our position on various Government messages and none more so than the specific issue around installers continuing to work in domestic premises.

On this point of whether or not window and door installers and glaziers should be considered essential or non-essential workers, the GGF sought and received clarification from Government which stated that there was no distinction between essential and inessential workers in construction. The Government is keen for the construction industry to continue, as long as it is safe to do so under Public Health England Guidelines and in line with the Government’s Social Distancing guidelines.

Following this clarification and the GGF’s distribution of the Government health and safety information, we have still received some queries regarding the issue from companies who are unsure.

For further clarity, the GGF position on this issue, is in line with the Government’s advice and Public Health England Guidance, and as such we therefore urge employers to do the following:

Only continue to work if it is safe to do so within the health and safety guidelines as published on the Government website
Conduct a thorough health and safety risk assessment
Check with your insurers that you covered for Public Health and Health and Safety Employer liability

The GGF has also recently published the Government guidance for manufacturers and processors should they choose to continue to work.

With thousands of companies in our industry, I respect that every company’s situation may differ and that is why the GGF can’t offer individual or specific advice, but instead encourages employers to follow the Government guidelines and to make their own responsible decisions for the health and benefit of all concerned.

Other than health concerns, the issue facing most companies is the cash flow crisis. The GGF has published online advice articles and issued Government guidance on how companies can cope with cash flow problems. As well as the immediate financial needs, many businesses are also now preparing for the financial issues ahead with the inevitable recession on the horizon and lengthy economic recovery.

We are in unprecedented trading landscape and the GGF advice to all companies is to make a plan if you haven’t already done so to help you get through this situation.

The GGF has internally adjusted its resources and refocused its strategies to ensure Members get greater and more specific support. We have published and promoted all of the relevant Government financial packages, which have been significant and comprehensive. I have no doubt that the responsible businesses in our industry, will use this Government support, take help them plan their future accordingly.

The new Government Business Support Hub has many options available should you require to apply for financial support.

The GGF has worked tirelessly throughout this crisis for the benefit of our Members and the wider industry and we will continue to do so. We are constantly monitoring and reviewing the Government updates, communicating key information and news to Members and the industry as well as relaying our Members’ concerns to Government. In addition, we are also continuing to provide the high level of technical services that are a core part of the GGF Member benefits.

These times though extremely difficult will undoubtedly pass. For now, it is all about following Government guidance, staying safe and making the right decisions to ensure we emerge ready for when business and life returns to normal.

John Agnew

Managing Director

GGF to lobby Government for more COVID-19 support

COVID 19, Health, Safety and Environment, News, Politics | 20.03.20

Over the next few weeks the GGF will campaigning on Members’ behalf your as they step up their engagement with Government on their support for businesses throughout the COVID-19 crisis.

Government Lobbying

The GGF will be in direct communication with Government Ministers and Departments to campaign for change on the following issues:

More financial support for the glass and glazing sectors, at least equal to that given to the retail, hospitality, leisure and tourism sectors.
A reduction in the rate of VAT from 20% to 5% on all energy efficient glass and glazing and on the installation of windows and doors.
In view of the potential lockdown and isolation, that installers and glaziers are included in the “essential workers” category, to access homes where energy efficient measures are paramount to making their homes healthy, safe and secure.
Requesting that the Government opens up more channels to ECO funding to ensure homes are made healthier (currently the only route is via TrustMark)
To grant GGF Emergency Glaziers the same status as all emergency services during any lockdown, curfew and/or isolation periods

The GGF will be using its political advisers and communication channels to ask for these changes to be made with immediate effect as companies UK-wide struggle to cope with the dramatically changing business environment.

The GGF has also set up a new COVID Business Continuity Support for Members which includes regular updates and new section in the Members area of the GGF website which will house all the relevant information and guidance as and when the GGF publishes/distributes it to Members.

To visit the GGF Business continuity Support section please click here https://www.ggf.org.uk/covid-19/

Commercial Glazing

| 22.02.19

Aaro Glass leading commercial glazing company located in Bournemouth , Southampton and surrounding areas, we specialist in shopfront glass replacements

Commercial Doors

Aluminium Door Repairs

New Aluminium Shopfronts and Doors

Balustrade

Emergency Glaziers

Our comprehensive list of member services

Ispace Glass Limited

Norwich Glass Company Limited

A-Class Glass and Joinery Limited

A-Class Glass and Joinery Limited

A-Class Glass and Joinery Limited

Empire Glass and Glazing Limited

BAP Glass & Maintenance

Putney Glass & Glazing Limited

CMAs: GGF and MyGlazing.com shortlisted

The GGF and MyGlazing.com have been shortlisted as finalists in three categories for the Construction Marketing Awards, the annual event that showcases creativity, innovation and effectiveness in marketing across the construction industry.

Burton Glass

McLeod Glaziers (Perth) Ltd

Wadds Glass Ltd

Abbey Glass (Derby) Ltd

Aaro Glass Ltd

CS Glaziers (North Wales) Ltd