30th January 2026

Last month Glazpart announced a new event called “Talking Shop with Glazpartners” which will take place alongside the PIGs (People in Glazing Society) events across the UK in 2026.

The five sessions are scheduled throughout the year before each PiGs event and will be held in the same venues. Each Talking Shop will have technical experts from Glazpartners, available for informal discussions on industry and technical issues.

Along with Dean Bradley and members of the Glazpart team, the technical experts who have accepted Glazpart’s invitation to attend the first Talking Shop on 26 February in Birmingham are listed below.

• Andy Holland, Technical and Marketing Manager, Rapierstar
• Dale Pegler Technical Director, Council for Aluminium in Building
• Kevin Jones, Head of Technical, Glass and Glazing Federation
• Andy Clegg, Fenestration Consultant, Fenestrology
• Mark Gajda, Technical Services and Certification Manager, REHAU
• Paul Naish, Commercial Director, Soudal
• David Borland, Technical Consultant, Borland Technical Services

Talking Shop with Glazpartners offers companies the chance to discuss industry issues and air concerns with technical experts who can help with ideas, information and solutions.

The technical experts are clearly looking forward to the first Talking Shop on 26 February in Birmingham at the All Bar One venue.

Andy Holland commented, “As one of the newest members of the Glazpartners programme, Rapierstar brings over 30 years of specialist expertise in fastener innovation to support the fenestration industry.  We will be interested to hear Glazpartners view and happy to provide technical guidance to help Glazpartners meet evolving regulatory and quality demands to ensuring excellence from fabrication through to final fixing.”

Dale Pegler added, “I’m really pleased to be taking part in this new Talking Shop and representing the aluminium fenestration sector on behalf of the Council for Aluminium in Building. It offers great chance to step away from the formalities and have some honest, open conversations with people from all parts of the industry. It’s a brilliant way to kick things off, meet new faces and share ideas and knowledge in a friendly, informal setting.”

Kevin Jones added, “Regulatory change often affects our industry and with it comes challenges. I’m looking forward to hearing views and sharing our broad industry knowledge and know-how at Talking Shop with Glazpartners.”

Andy Clegg commented, “With so much going on in the fenestration sector, I’ll be delighted to attend the first Talking Shop. It’s a great opportunity for companies to come together in a social setting to discuss issues with industry experts. I look forward to hearing views, sharing knowledge and know-how for the benefit of Glazpartners.”

Mark Gajda added, “I’m looking forward to the new Talking Shop. It promises to be the ideal event to informally discuss industry issues and challenges face to face with like-minded people. I will be open to hear industry and regulation concerns and more than happy to share my expertise and technical guidance.”

Paul Naish commented, “Talking shop with Glazpartners is a great opportunity for us to meet with installers and fabricators and discuss the requirements for the sealants and adhesives they use and how we can support them with training, marketing and using Soudal products.  It is also a great opportunity for us to understand any challenges they face in terms of current installation methods and market legislation.”

David Borland added, “I will be delighted to attend the forthcoming Talking Shop in Birmingham. It will be interesting to listen to companies, hear their concerns and discuss the industry issues. My expertise covers both the commercial and domestic glazing sectors and I always aim to provide practical, compliant solutions to empower clients through knowledge, clarity, and performance. Naturally, I will be happy to offer any expert technical advice and knowledge where I can to support companies in the industry. I’m very much looking forward to Talking Shop.”

Dean Bradley summarised, “We are delighted so many technical experts are coming to our Talking Shop next month. It promises to be an interesting, informative and enjoyable event. Our technical experts cover practically every part of the glazing supply chain and they are ready and willing to share their expertise to help other Glazpartners. The Glazpart team of experts will also be in attendance to impart their knowledge, so why not come along and meet the experts.”

If you are going to PiGs Birmingham in February and are interested in coming along an hour earlier to meet the experts at Glazpart’s “Talking Shop  please email dbradley@glazpart.co.uk.

To book your PiGs place please visit People In Glazing -Birmingham Tickets, Thu 26 Feb 2026 at 17:00 | Eventbrite.

20th January 2026

Glazpart is pleased to confirm the appointment of Tamás Bareith as Finance Director, taking responsibility for the senior financial management of the Glazpart Group.

Tamás has operated as Glazpart’s Company Accountant since 2023, playing a pivotal part during a period of financial growth and significant investment in manufacturing resources.

On his appointment, Tamás commented “I am delighted to be appointed Finance Director and I look forward to continuing working with the senior management team and growing the Glazpart Group further.”

Following Tamás’ appointment, Glazpart has appointed Karen Hart as Financial Manager.

20th January 2026

Glazpart was delighted to hear the recent announcement that it was been nominated in two categories for The Installer Awards 2026.

The company has been shortlisted for:

• Business Resilience (for Glazpart’s strategies and operations in 2025)
• Best Technical Innovation (for the Bi-Fold Vent)

The Installer Awards recognises the important contributions of the glazing industry’s installers, manufacturers and suppliers.

Both nominations reflect Glazpart’s progress in 2025 – a year that has seen growth across all areas of the company.

On hearing the news Dean Bradley, Glazpart Sales Director commented:

“We are delighted to be nominated for two awards that recognise our outstanding work both in product innovation and in customer support during 2025. We are now looking forward to March for what promises to be an exciting awards event in Manchester.”

The Installer Awards 2026 winners will be announced on 19th March 2026, at the awards luncheon event in the Midland Hotel in Manchester. To find out more about this event and to book place please visit The Installers Awards website GGP Installer Awards 2026.

Friday 23rd January

In the last 12 months, Glazpart participated in two niche events for the medical devices sector.

Reflecting on the success of their 2025 activities to engage with this specialist sector, the Glazpart team is already planning for more events in 2026 to make an even bigger impact.

On October 3^rd, Glazpart exhibited in London at the SEHTA (Science and Engineering Health Technology Alliance) International MedTech Expo & Conference which was hailed by SEHTA as a resounding success.

SEHTA welcomed 215 delegates to the event which had 23 Sponsors and Exhibitors, representing the vibrant communities of MedTech, Life Sciences, NHS, and Business Support services.

In the same week, Glazpart also exhibited at  Bio-forward 2025, at Oxford Technology Park, hosted by OBN. BioForward is OBN’s ‘Where Companies Go to Grow’ Life Sciences event, designed to provide the support, skills, know-how and industry connections required to enable company growth in this specialist sector.

As a member of SEHTA, Glazpart earmarked both events as opportunities to grow their profile and create awareness of their manufacturing capability to produce innovative products for the medical devices sector.

At both events Glazpart’s team Dean Bradley and Fay Bibi were on hand to share their expertise, show product samples and discuss Glazpart’s role as specialist plastic components manufacturer and supplier to the sector.

Reflecting on the events, Fay Bibi, Custom and Specialty Products Manager shared her views, “Glazpart has been manufacturing and supplying bespoke components for the medical devices sector for over 15 years, so it made perfect sense to sharpen our focus on this specialist sector. Both events were excellent for raising our brand profile and for engaging with potential customers.”

Dean Bradley, Glazpart Sales Director added, “Glazpart operates across many industries but this last year or so we have started to increase our activity to promote our services and products for the medical devices sector. Now we are members of SEHTA, we are attending their niche events where we can promote our services and components and directly engage with key players in the sector. In addition, we have been raised our profile and activity on social media, in the trade media and via partnerships with related sector organisations like SEHTA and GMTA.”

Glazpart is a unique manufacturer having evolved with over 40 years of experience. The company has a diverse range of services including 47 injection moulding machines supported with its own bespoke tool room, controlled manufacturing area (clean area), full assembly services and vast array of surface finishing. Using the latest technology Glazpart delivers a wide range of injection moulded plastic products.

Today, Glazpart is a “one stop shop“ offering a complete service from technical consultation to identify issues and create solutions through to product design and injection moulding capability right through to surface finishing. In addition, Glazpart can also cater for a wide range of secondary processes and finishes these include laser, pad, screen printing as well as hydro-dip (aqua) printing, vacuum foiling and spray painting (including RFI).

Fay Bibi, commented, “With my primary focus on custom mouldings and specialty products, it’s been important to share my knowledge with technical managers and decision makers from a diverse range of companies, many of which were actively looking for innovative plastic injected moulding solutions.”

Glazpart’s services start with its expert technical and engineering teams where customers are supported in the design, development and production of their concepts and ideas. The team assist in ensuring products meet customers’ design and performance criteria whilst optimising production costs to the necessary quality levels. Being based in Banbury, Oxfordshire, also helps shorten delivery lead times and makes the company easily accessible.

Dean Bradley explains, “In the last few years, Glazpart has invested heavily in the latest CAD/CAM software giving an in-house design facility with 2D and 3D software packages to ensure responsiveness, adaptability and accuracy. Rapid design is possible with SLA and 3D printed samples of finished design concepts being made available for fit and function assessment. In addition, some of our recent projects have seen Glazpart’s engineers replace costly metal components with engineered injection moulded replacements saving customers thousands of pounds.”

Glazpart’s focus on the medical devices sector is set to sharpen even more in 2026 with the company already planning to attend medical technology exhibitions next year in Coventry and in Ireland as well as continuing to attend SEHTA events.

Fay Bibi summarised, “Glazpart’s expertise in plastic injection moulding stretches back 40 years but the company needs to remain at the sharp end of the technology to meet the demands of specialist markets such as the medical devices sector. 2025 has been a busy and productive year and we’re looking forward to even more activity in 2026, to help companies in the sector find practical and affordable product solutions.”

To find out more about Glazpart’s technical and custom moulding capabilities please contact Fay Bibi, fbibi@glazpart.co.uk or Dean Bradley dbradley@glazpart.co.uk or visit Technical and Custom Mouldings | Glazpart.

9th January 2026

Women in the Industry section in Glass News (January 2026 edition), Melanie Bivens, Glazpart Area Sales Manager

At Work

How did you get into the industry?

Whilst on maternity leave with my daughter, I’d never used a recruitment agency before. I gave it a go and my first interview was with Glazpart. At the time, I had no idea what fenestration was, let alone trickle vents and plastic injection moulding. But after some extensive googling, I managed to get my head around it and got the job!

What was your first job after school/college?

When I was at college and after I graduated, I worked in a lovely little country pub which had a bar and restaurant and held many events including music nights, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve etc. It was great times, but I worked some very long days and nights.

Brief resume of jobs up to current position?

Whilst working in hospitality, I also worked full time in a contact centre for a renowned bank. I didn’t feel it was for me so I moved into care work, first with elderly and then adults with disabilities. Looking for more sociable hours I decided to move into the hygiene sector and was offered a job in sales/account management and I loved it. After four years, I joined a national builders merchant doing much the same thing, until I joined Glazpart.

Are your skills transferable to any industry?

Yes. This is proven for me, as I’ve done a similar job is three different industries. As long as you’re good with people and do what you say you’re going to do, then you can learn about the products. In my opinion, being honest, helpful and having a good sense of humour are key skills to success.

Career path mapped or opportunities?

I’ve not had any part of my career mapped out. My original thought was to be an actress after gaining a drama school place in London. But decided not to go for a few reasons, so now I just go with the flow and take opportunities as they come. I believe in what’s meant to be, will be.

5/10 years’ time?

I like to think I’ll still be with Glazpart and in the industry. I love working for Glazpart, they are the best company I’ve ever worked for. So, I’ve got no plans to go anywhere – unless I get a massive lottery win.

At Play

All work & no play makes Jill a dull girl. True or False?

100% true! There’s no point in working really hard without some enjoyment. If you spend a lot of time working you’ve got to do the other things in life that make you happy.

Work/life balance?

I’m getting there with this one. It’s been a busy year both in work and familywise. With the big things out of the way, I’m looking forward to some good rest and relaxation after a pre-Christmas break to Lapland with the whole family. Hopefully in 2026 I can start to enjoy more of a work/life balance.

Money/leisure time no object, what would you like to do for yourself & family?

I would travel, just pack up and go wherever I fancied. I got married in Italy and I fell in love with it so I’d like to see more. An American road trip would be a dream as I love the USA. Also, just spending time with my family and to be able to say yes to anything they want. I’d also extend my bag and shoe collection, ha-ha.

At Rest

Away from work – what’s your focus?

Outside of work, family is my focus. My daughter is three going on thirteen and she keeps us on our toes plus with 4 step kids it’s always loud and busy. Also, my family and I love watching football and being big Arsenal fans we enjoy going to the Emirates Stadium, especially as they are going so well in all competitions this season.

What activities help you switch off?

As boring as it sounds, I like to go for a walk or read a book. I try to reduce time on my phone and devices in the evenings and just be with my husband and kids. I like to watch late night murder documentaries which might not help my sleep, but there’s just something about them.

© Thanks to Glass News for allowing Glazpart permission to republish this interview. You can visit Glass News website here.

19th December 2025

Glazpart is pleased to announce a series of new events for 2026 in partnership with PiGs (People in Glazing Society).

The new event called “Talking Shop with Glazpartners” is  in conjunction with  the five PIGs events across the UK in 2026. The sessions sponsored by Glazpartners, will take place an hour before the PiGs events in the same venues, and will have technical experts from Glazpartners present for informal discussions.

Dean Bradley, Glazpart Sales Director commented “Glazpartners was started two and a half years ago and has grown to sixty five companies across the supply chain. It was set up to encourage greater collaboration between Glazpart and our customers and partners. The five Talking Shop events in 2026 will be the ideal platform for companies to discuss issues with experts who are Technical Glazpartners, in an informal setting.

Glazpart has already had invitations accepted from technical consultants and technical staff from professional bodies such as GGF (Glass and Glazing Federation) and CAB (Council for Aluminium in Building) to take part in the new events, which start at 4pm before all PIGs social events in 2026.

“Talking Shop with Glazpartners” offers companies a chance to discuss the issues that matter most to their business with experts who can help with ideas, information and solutions.

Glazpart and PiGs have confirmed there will be no formal presentations, or sales pitches or marketing materials on display.

Dean Bradley added,  “The feedback from Glazpartners last year indicates that there is an appetite for this type of informal event for companies looking to make more connections, develop stronger relationships and increase their information and technical knowledge.”

Sarah Ball, PiGs organiser, commented on this latest development to the hugely successful PiGs events. “The added value of the Talking Shop events is yet another great reason for attending PiGs social events. We are delighted to partner with Glazpart to make the Talking Shop with Glazpartners, a unique opportunity for companies to meet with industry experts for an informal chat.”

The dates and venues of the PiGs events are spread across the UK throughout the year.

26 February – Birmingham  – Revolucion de Cuba
23 April – Belfast – Whites Tavern
25 June – Bristol – Brown and Bye
24 September – Newcastle – Pitcher and Piano
12 November – Manchester – Revolucion de Cuba

Dean Bradley added, “We always look forward to seeing everyone at the PiGs. If you are going to any of the PiGs events in 2026, why not come an hour early for our ‘Talking Shop with Glazpartners’, meet the experts and enjoy Glazpart’s pre-event hospitality.”

Anyone working in the glass and glazing sector can book their place at PiGs on the website Eventbrite here.

Companies interested in coming along to “Talking Shop with Glazpartners” events should email Dean Bradley dbradley@glazpart.co.uk.

Glazpart is already a sponsor of PiGs events, but companies can still sponsor PiGs events in 2026. The full list of PiGs sponsors will be announced in January 2026.

For all PiGs sponsorship opportunities (including STY newsletter)  please contact Sarah Ball by email; sarah@peopleinglazing.co.uk or call 07540 049655.

Glazpart is excited to participate in the Manufacturing and Engineering North East (MENE) exhibition, where the company will showcase a range of custom and specialist products and share its expertise with the broader manufacturing and engineering community.

Manufacturing and Engineering North East (MENE) returns on Thursday 27th November at Vertu Motors Arena in Newcastle. This vibrant trade exhibition highlights manufacturing innovation and engineering expertise across the North of the UK and attracts market-leading suppliers and leading industry experts.

The one-day show is packed with seminars and opportunities for manufacturing and engineering professionals in the north of the UK to meet, learn and grow.

At MENE over 100 exhibitors in the manufacturing supply chain, serving multiple industries, will be showcasing their latest products and innovative solutions.

On Glazpart’s participation Dean Bradley, Glazpart Sales Director commented:

Exhibiting at the MENE show is important for Glazpart. Not only can we share and gain insights from different industries’ information, but our brand presence at focused regional exhibitions like MENE, are great for raising our profile. At MENE we look forward to engaging with companies from new sectors, showing them our innovative products and highlighting our manufacturing capacity. The MENE Show is an excellent platform to reach companies from multiple sectors who are looking for high quality reliable suppliers who can deliver their specialist plastic components.”

Glazpart’s team of experts will also be on hand to demonstrate their full range of services.

Glazpart factory and Head Office in Banbury, Oxfordshire

Whether its sharing market insights, research to design and development through to the manufacturing of plastic moulded product solutions and assemblies, the team are looking forward to meeting visitors.

Fay Bibi, Glazpart Specialist and Custom Product Manager added,

“Our bespoke products serve multiple industries, making MENE the perfect platform to share our expertise in product development and manufacturing. We’re looking forward to what promises to be yet another successful event.”

Dean Bradley, added, “The plastics industry currently has many issues around regulations, recycling, materials cost, product availability and timely delivery. Companies are looking for product solutions and we aim to reach as wide an audience as possible to present our broad range of products to buyers and key influencers. By exhibiting at the MENE show, we aim to help others by sharing our market intelligence, innovation and by demonstrating how our manufacturing technology and expertise can provide solutions.”

You can visit Glazpart at MENE, Stand Number 26. To find out more and/or to register free as a visitor, please go to the MENE website: Manufacturing & Engineering North East 2025

7 October 2025

Glazpart was thrilled to hear the recent announcement that the company has been shortlisted as finalists in four different categories at this year’s G-Awards including:

• Customer Care Initiative of the Year
• Promotional Campaign of the Year
• Component Supplier of the Year
• Sustainability Initiative of the Year

The nominations reflect Glazpart’s unprecedented success in 2025 which is extra special as the company celebrates its 40th anniversary.

Dean Bradley, Glazpart Sales Director commented, “It is a landmark year for Glazpart and it’s been made even more special with these four nominations for the prestigious G Awards. We believe we have received the most nominations for any company in the industry at this year’s awards which clearly shows our progress across our marketing, sales and customers service initiatives, whilst being nominated for the Component Supplier of the Year, underlines our smooth operations, logistics and high levels of customer service, including dynamic new product development in 2025.”

The four nominations highlight Glazpart’s work across several different areas of activity.

The Customer Care Initiative is for the progress of the Glazpartners programme which has seen  65 companies from across the glazing supply chain, subscribe to the marketing initiative in just over 2 years. The initiative which is designed to bring closer collaboration with customers has the additional benefit for Glazpartners, with the multi-channel marketing of their companies and brands. This year,  Glazpart has added even more benefits with increased Glazpartners promotion at events as well as new and improved promotional channels, including an annual brochure (Glazpartners Supplement) in digital and print format, new pages on the Glazpart website and creative animated banners and videos for social media.

For the Promotional Campaign of the Year, Glazpart’s FIT Show marketing was recognised. The marketing activity around FIT Show was comprehensive and innovative with, new stand layout and HD lightbox graphics, new product launches and on-stand demonstrations, promotion of Glazpartners and celebration of Glazpart’s 40th anniversary. The activities were promoted consistently over a period of 6 months in the trade media, on social media, on Glazpart’s website and in the newly launched Glazpartners News monthly e-newsletter.

In the Component Supplier of the Year category, Glazpart has shown how investment in people, research and development and state of the art machinery has ensured customers receive on time delivery of high quality products manufactured in England.

Being shortlisted for the Sustainability Initiative of the Year is new territory for Glazpart. Their stand at FIT Show was awarded Gold (the highest standard) award for sustainability of the company’s stand. The award was confirmed by Better Stands, the independent organisation that collaborates across the events and exhibition industry to promote and ensure the use of sustainable materials for reusable stands.

Before the FIT Show, Better Stands identified the sustainable elements of Glazpart’s FIT Show stand that could be re-used after the FIT Show.  The stand was methodically dismantled, then carefully stored, packed and transported back to Glazpart’s HQ in Banbury, with elements ready to use for Glazpart’s next event/exhibitions. Indeed the Glazpart stand has already been re-used at four smaller events.

Now in its 20th anniversary, the G-Awards is the longest standing and most distinguished awards in the glass and glazing sector. The event is dedicated to rewarding innovation and exceptional performance in the UK market. Combining networking, recognition and entertainment, hundreds of professionals in the glass and glazing sector come together each year for the Gala Dinner Event to celebrate the best in the industry.

Dean Bradley summarises, “The G25 awards is the most prestigious in our sector, we are delighted to be nominated and recognised for our work and to be part of such a great event. We very much look forward to the Gala Dinner evening at the end of November and best of luck to all the finalists.”

This year’s event takes place on 28th November at London’s Park Lane Hilton and tickets are still available on G-Awards 2025 – Booking

To find out more about Glazpartners please contact dbradley@glazpart.co.uk or visit the Glazpart website Glazpartners | Glazpart.

12 September 2025

Glazpart is pleased to announce that Glazerite have become Glazpartners.

With over 25 years in the window and door fabrication industry, Glazerite has grown through a steadfast commitment to quality, innovation, and strong partnerships.

Glazerite’s success is built on the dedication of their experienced team, the trust of our customers, and close collaboration with our suppliers – all working together to deliver UK-wide exceptional product solutions for windows, doors and conservatories.

From their humble beginnings to becoming one of the UK’s leading trade fabricators, their journey is marked by growth and adaptability to meet their customers’ evolving needs.

On becoming a Glazpartner, Jeff Dunn, Glazerite Sales and Commercial Director commented, “We’ve worked with Glazpart for over 20 years and more recently we’ve used their Link Vents to meet the compliance requirements for background ventilation for our windows. We’re therefore delighted to be Glazpartners which fits perfectly with our own mission and ethos. Glazerite is more than just a fabricator and like Glazpart, we’re a partner for success. From expert technical expertise and dedicated account management to tailored marketing support and installer tools, we offer our customers everything they need to grow their business. We look forward to further strengthening our great working relationship with Glazpart.”

Glazerite clearly value partnerships and this extends to their suppliers. Already a customer of Glazpart for several years and now a Glazpartner, Glazerite had already found the best solution for trickle ventilation in Glazpart’s Link Vent, before the Building Regulations (Approved Document F – ventilation) interim changes in June 2022.

Glazpart’s ‘Link Vent’ range sizes include 5000, 4000 and 2500 EQA. The vents are designed to fully comply with Building Regulations, Approved Document F1 (means of ventilation).

The Link Vent follows a clever design that is simple and user-friendly for both opening and closing – the innovative closing action allows the closure plate to be positioned so that it is easy to control and reduces draughts by directing air away from occupants.

With smart design, easy fitting and functionality as well as a huge choice of 1000s of colours and decorative finishes, it is clear to see why the Link Vent is the perfect choice for fabricators who want to do the job right.

Dean Bradley, Glazpart Sales Director adds, “It’s great to have Glazerite join the Glazpartners initiative. They are a company with an outstanding reputation for delivering a large range of high quality products manufactured to the highest industry standards. Their collaborative and inclusive approach with installers, partners, customers and suppliers mirror images Glazpart’s approach. We are looking forward to continuing our strong partnership.”

Launched at FIT Show 2023, Glazpartners is a unique and attractive initiative with 65 companies joining since May 2023 and all being promoted at FIT Show 2025. The initiative has enjoyed record PR coverage, numerous award nominations with ultimate recognition at The Installer Awards in March 2024, when Glazpartners won “Best Customer Support Programme”.

The Glazpartners Programme offers the following promotional benefits for all participating companies.

• Listing and logo on the bespoke Glazpartners webpage
• Logo and profile in Glazpartners annual brochure
• Branding on Glazpart’s Lightbox graphics at trade fairs/exhibitions
• Joint articles for the trade media
• Use of the Glazpartners logo
• Promotion via social media channels
• Regular updates with Glazpart news and information first via Glazpartners News (monthly e-newsletter)

If you are interested in becoming a Glazpartner, please contact Dean Bradley – Glazpart Sales Director dbradley@glazpart.co.uk  or visit the Glazpart web page: Contact Us | Glazpart To find out more about Glazerite please visit High-Quality Windows, Doors, Conservatories & Blinds | Glazerite

11 August 2025

Glazpart is delighted that award-winning manufacturer Direct Trade (Yorkshire) Ltd is a Glazpartner as their working relationship (now in its 8^th year), continues to grow stronger.

Established in 1998, Direct Trade is one of the UK’s leading trade window, door and conservatory manufacturers.

Based in Doncaster, they operate out of over a 100,000ft facility within which they manufacture PVCu windows and doors, composite doors, conservatory roofs and aluminium products.

Like Glazpart, Direct Trade has significantly invested in high-tech machinery and vehicles to ensure their work is to the highest quality and delivered on time.

On being a Glazpartner Mark Powell, Sales Director of Direct Trade commented;

“We supply Glazpart’s Link Vent which is well received by our customers as the ideal ventilation solution. Reliable, quality products that fully comply with building regulations are essential and the Glazpart range certainly ticks all the boxes.”

Direct Trade’s product range includes:

• PVCu windows and doors in Veka Halo System 10 (chamfered) and Rustique (ovolo) systems
• Epwin Stellar aluminium windows, doors, bi-fold and sliding doors
• AluK bi-folding doors and patio doors
• Solidor and Xtremedoor composite doors
• Wendland conservatory roofs and lantern roofs

The company carries out deliveries nationwide, twice weekly, supplying window installers and tradesmen across the UK via a fleet of over 30 vehicles including 7.5 tonne Ford Cargos and Mercedes Sprinter panel vans.

In addition to the above, customer service is at the heart of Direct Trade’s company ethos as they continuously seek to meet the needs of any customers, they we work with.

Given their high-quality product range, UK wide supply and their first-class approach to customer service, it came as no surprise when in October 2024, Direct Trade won the Fabricator/Manufacturer of The Year at the National Fenestration Awards (NFAs).

Direct Trade also has a Trade Counter to directly supply windows and doors to tradesmen and window installers in Doncaster and the surrounding areas. The Trade Counter also acts as a recycling point for customers’ old frames and as a place where customers can get technical advice on all products from the Direct Trade team of friendly, experienced staff.

On Glazpart’s partnership with Direct Trade, Dean Bradley, Glazpart Sales Director commented;

“Direct Trade is a shining example of a Glazpartner. They are constantly doing the job right, ensuring they are complying with regulations by using components such as Glazpart’s award-winning Link Vent. It’s clear that Direct Trade not only values trusted suppliers but also has a sharp focus on manufacturing high quality products, offering superb customer service and delivering on time. We are delighted they are Glazpartners and we look forward to working with Mark and his team on future product solutions.”

Danny Colton, Managing Director of Direct Trade commented ;

“Our relationship with Glazpart since 2017 has been excellent and we are proud to be Glazpartners. We look forward to maintaining our longstanding relationship in the future.”

Launched at FIT Show 2023,  Glazpartners is a unique and attractive initiative with 60 companies joining since May 2023 and all 60 being promoted at FIT Show 2025. The initiative has enjoyed record PR coverage, numerous award nominations with ultimate recognition at The Installer Awards in March 2024, when Glazpartners won “Best Customer Support Programme”.

The Glazpartners Programme offers the following promotional benefits for all participating companies.

• Listing and logo on the bespoke Glazpartners webpage
• Logo and profile in Glazpartners annual brochure
• Branding on Glazpart’s Lightbox graphics at trade fairs/exhibitions.
• Joint articles for the trade media
• Use of the Glazpartners Logo
• Promotion via social media channels
• Regular updates with Glazpart news and information first via Glazpartners News

If you are interested in Glazpart products or becoming a Glazpartner, please contact Dean Bradley – Glazpart Sales Director dbradley@glazpart.co.uk or visit the Glazpart web page:  Contact Us | Glazpart.

For further information about Direct Trade (Yorkshire) Ltd, you can also view and download the Direct Trade Leaflet or visit the website Direct Trade (Yorkshire) Ltd | PVCu Windows, Doors Conservatories | UK Trade Supplier.