Fabricator May 11 - profinder.eu

GLASS & STRUCTURAL GLAZING
Working for WERs
Following the launch of the Group Window Energy Rating
Kitemark scheme,Sapa Building Systems has been awarded
the first Kitemark certificate in the UK.
“Sapa has led the industry in developing this route toWER’s,
working closely with the British Standards Institution (BSI),”
said Mark Robinson, technical director,Sapa.
“The scheme simplifies the process for fabricators to
demonstrate compliance with the window energy rating
requirements and we have received an excellent response
from our customer base.
“Our approach of having an ever growing list of energy rated
windows that can be easily used by accredited fabricators and
installers immediately upon publication cuts through the
elongated processes that have existed to date.
“In simple terms we have produced a comprehensive
database list of window simulations covering Dualframe 75, 75
Si, Dualslide and the new Crown products from which our
accredited fabricators can manufacture any of the
combinations shown in the list and demonstrate compliance
with building regulations Part L1B by applying the labels
when they are licensed under the scheme.
“This is a key achievement by Sapa and one that will
benefit the industry as a whole,” said Kevin O’Neill, sales
manager,built environment BSI.
“By creating a Kitemark scheme that addresses the
challenges that fabricators face,BSI has been able to ensure
that all aspects of the industry can benefit from Kitemark
certification. Congratulations to Sapa Building Systems for
pioneering the scheme.” ❐
Tel: 01684 853 500
www.sapabuildingsystems.co.uk
The Fabricator 2011