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Glazerite’s apprentices take centre stage
Apprenticeships are back in the spotlight for National Apprenticeship Week 2024 (5th -11th February), with the Glazerite UK Group using the opportunity to celebrate the hard work, dedication and success of its past and present apprentices. Glazerite’s Group Managing Director, Rob Brearley…
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Glazerite installer gets top marks for installation
Glazerite installer, Howard Yarnold Windows and Doors has put the finishing touches on a major installation as part of a local college’s drive to reduce carbon emissions. The Birmingham-based business worked with Nuneaton College in Warwickshire to carry out the installation of new windows…
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Glazerite expands its manufacturing footprint into Yorkshire
The Glazerite UK Group has opened up operations at its North Division in Barnsley as part of the fabricator’s ambition to secure further growth for its installers. The purpose-built 30,000 sq. ft facility will focus exclusively on the production of Deceuninck 2500 and 2800 profile systems. It…
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Glazerite unveils Ultion Sweet as standard
The Glazerite UK Group has unveiled a new standard offering for installers, set to appeal to consumers looking for the perfect balance of aesthetics, durability and security. The move will see Glazerite doors fitted with Ultion Sweet door furniture at no extra cost to installers, as part of the…
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Glazerite Golf Day raises thousands for Kelly’s Heroes charity
The Glazerite UK Group welcomed the sunshine along with 136 guests to its annual Pro-Am golf day on Friday 7th July. The sweltering day at Wellingborough Golf Club didn’t put the fabricator’s guests off their game however, with the hotly contested event also raising thousands of pounds for the…
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Glazerite expands profile system offering to include Deceuninck
Glazerite UK Group has announced the addition of the Deceuninck 2500 range to its portfolio to meet the needs of its growing customer base. From August this year, Glazerite will be manufacturing the Deceuninck bevelled profile, including casement and tilt & turn windows, and residential and French…
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Glazerite strengthens sales team with new addition
The Glazerite UK Group has appointed a new Area Sales Manager as it seeks to strengthen its sales team. Matt Dove, who has more than 10 years of experience in fenestration, will cover the North of England and Scotland as part of his role. He says: “I’m really excited to be joining Glazerite. I…
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Glazerite applauds success of FIT Show 2023 – and signs up for 2025!
The Glazerite UK Group has secured its 2025 FIT Show place after a successful week at this year’s event. The leading trade fabricator chose FIT’s 10th year to return with its first stand since 2017, taking the opportunity to show off its heritage and smart technology portfolio, as well as the…
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Glazerite celebrates FIT Show return
The Glazerite UK Group has unveiled plans to exhibit at this year’s FIT Show, after a six-year hiatus. The trade fabricator has chosen the event’s 10th year to return and will also sponsor the VIP lounge. The show, which has evolved to become the industry’s biggest event, takes place at NEC…
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Glazerite pours further investment into operations
Leading trade fabricator the Glazerite UK Group is shoring up its plans for growth with nearly £1million of key investments at three of its sites. The company’s North West Division is set to welcome new manufacturing equipment in the first half of this year, enabling the Bolton-based site to…
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National Apprenticeships Week: how Glazerite’s apprentices are making their mark
As the cost of university education spirals, young people are looking at other ways to kick start their careers. Thanks to its ‘earn while you learn’ approach, an apprenticeship is the perfect fit for those who enjoy being able to put theory into practice and get paid in the process. For…
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Press Release: Glazerite strengthens operations and technical teams
The Glazerite UK Group has appointed Andy Hill as its new Group Technical Manager. It follows the recent promotion of former incumbent, Mitch Gooch, to the newly created role of Operations Manager at Glazerite’s Specials Division. Andy, who joined the trade fabricator on 3rd January 2023, will…
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Glazerite extends portfolio further with launch of aluminium
The Glazerite UK Group is set to boost its product portfolio with the addition of an aluminium range. The move has been designed with its installers in mind as the leading trade fabricator seeks to expand its offering and support customers to leverage new opportunities. From January 2023…
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Glazerite expands IT department to support future growth
The Glazerite UK Group has further strengthened its IT department with the addition of Senior Software Product Developer, Andy Thompson. Andy worked for Glazerite for a number of years prior to re-joining the fabricator in the newly created role. Paul Jagger, Glazerite’s Head of IT, says…
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Glazerite welcomes a new addition to sales team
The Glazerite UK Group has appointed a new Sales Manager as part of its ambitions for growth. Calum Williams joined the trade fabricator on 24th October 2022 to further strengthen its customer relationships in the Southwest. Calum, who has worked in the fenestration industry for more than 15 years…
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Glazerite plays host to its 16th PRO AM golf day
The Glazerite UK Group welcomed staff, customers, and suppliers to its annual Pro-Am golf day at Wellingborough Golf Club on Friday 8th July. Now in its 16th year, the event has become one of the most respected competitions in the industry calendar. The 2022 Pro-Am tournament also coincided…
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Glazerite directors mark MBO anniversary
Directors at the Glazerite UK Group have marked a year at the helm of the nationwide fabricator, following last summer’s management buyout. Led by Group Managing Director Rob Brearley, alongside fellow directors Mark Johnston, Jeff Dunn, Darren Rhodes, and Matthew Thomas, the team has…
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Industry names come together to support charity ball
A host of industry names including DoorCo, the Residence Collection, Starglaze and Glazerite supported a recent charity ball in aid of We Mind & Kelly Matters (WM&KM). Founded by former Glazerite UK Group chairman, John Hewitt, WM&KM seeks to raise awareness of mental health issues and support those…
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Glazerite opens new facility to further support installer network
The Glazerite UK Group has expanded its reach with the launch of its newly-created North Division. Based in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, the site offers VEKA installers operating in the area access to the leading trade fabricator’s broad product range, backed up by bespoke marketing support, and…
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Glazerite appoints new health & safety lead
Leading trade fabricator, the Glazerite UK Group has appointed Frank Lobb in the newly created role of Group Environmental, Health & Safety Manager. Frank joins Glazerite on 21st February 2022 and will be based at Glazerite East in Peterborough, with responsibility for all of the Group’s five…
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Glazerite highlights key role of its apprentices
7th-13th February 2022 marks ‘National Apprenticeships Week’, an annual celebration of apprentices and the difference they can make to UK businesses. In recognition of the event, the Glazerite UK Group is highlighting the contribution made by two of its own employees who have been through the…
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Fabricator Glazerite welcomes new faces
The Glazerite UK Group has welcomed several new faces in support of its ambitious growth plans. New additions to the management team include Paul Jagger, who has recently joined Glazerite as Group Head of IT, and Luke Hatfield, who has been appointed as Group Procurement Director. Paul says…
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Glazerite welcomes return of Pro-Am golf day
After a challenging 18 months of postponed social and industry events, the Glazerite UK Group swung back into action this month with the return of its much-loved charity golf day. Now in its 15th year, the Pro-Am tournament was rescheduled from its usual July date to Friday 3rd September…
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Glazerite welcomes a new addition to its sales team
Following the completion of a management buyout this month, The Glazerite UK Group Ltd has announced a new sales appointment. Carly Graham joined the fabricator on 12th July 2021 and will be focusing on enhancing the service Glazerite offers its installer base in the Midlands and South East.…
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MBO at Glazerite as new team seeks to drive business forward
Leading trade fabricator, The Glazerite UK Group has been acquired in a management buyout. Led by Group Managing Director, Robert Brearley, the management team includes Mark Johnston, Group Finance Director, Jeff Dunn, Group Sales & Marketing Director, Darren Rhodes, Managing Director (North West…
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Glazerite Chairman and charity founder thanks big-hearted industry for overwhelming support
7th April 2021 Glazerite Chairman and charity founder thanks big-hearted industry for overwhelming support When Glazerite UK Group’s Chairman John Hewitt and a group of friends and family set off on an epic 1,000-mile cycle ride last summer, the team - nicknamed Kelly’s Heroes - were
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Glazerite appoints new Production Manager for its North West Division
29th March 2021 Glazerite appoints new Production Manager for its North West Division The Glazerite UK Group Ltd has appointed a new Production Manager for its North West Division in Bolton. Michael St Ledger, who joins the trade fabricator on 6th April 2021, will oversee the site’s 32-strong…
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Glazerite installer Bahama Windows showcases radiant R9 install
26th March 2021 Glazerite installer Bahama Windows showcases radiant R9 install Home Counties-based Bahama Windows and Conservatories has recently completed a Residence 9 installation using frames manufactured at fabricator Glazerite UK Group’s Specials Division. The four-week job involved…
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Glazerite wins county Business of the Year award
4th March 2021 Glazerite wins county Business of the Year award The Glazerite UK Group Ltd has been crowned Business of the Year at the annual Northamptonshire Business Excellence Awards. The trade fabricator is headquartered in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, where just over half of the…
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Glazerite outlines 2021 investment plans to help installers meet growth aspirations
The Glazerite UK Group Ltd has announced a series of investments designed to leverage growth potential for those installer partners looking to stake their claim. Totalling £500,000, the leading trade fabricator’s investments demonstrate a commitment to its customers and the Group’s own…
