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SystemsCOMMUNICATING SYSTEM QUALITYAlthough it may be tempting to compromise quality to win new work in the current challengingclimate, Mark Gajda, head of Technical Services at Rehau Windows, argues that emphasisingquality across the entire window system is a better business strategy for installers.Why should I look beyond highperformanceprofiles when recommendingPVC-U window systems?PVC-U technology has rapidly progressed sinceit was introduced to the UK market. As such,customers now expect eye-catching, high-qualityand robust profiles with wall thicknesses thatimprove screw retention. For example, Rehau’sTotal70 range has actually kept a 3mm wallthickness for more than 58 years. However, if theconsumer expects quality profiles as standard, it isimportant to ensure other parts of the system areof a similar level if installers are to stand out in acrowded market.Does steel reinforcement matter?In a word, yes, and we have been underlining theimportance of steel reinforcement and the risks ofinstalling sub-standard PVC-U windows and doorsfor a long time. Consequently, installers shouldemphasise the importance of selecting high-qualitysteel reinforcement to the consumer, in order toraise overall standardsacross the market. Thosewho do not could findthemselves open to H&Sissues and hefty fines ifthey use non-approvedoptions, which may resultin performance andcallback issues. Selectingapproved steels testedto appropriate industrystandards means such concerns, as well as theexpense and reputational damage they can lead to,are avoided.What specific accreditations should installerslook for when it comes to windows?Evidence of extensive testing is vital when“We have beenunderlining theimportance of steelreinforcement andthe risks of installingsub-standard PVC-Uwindows and doorsfor a long time”selecting a supplierand for educating theconsumer. As standard,installers should look forsystems that have beenindependently tested at agovernment-recognisedUnited KingdomAccreditation Service(UKAS) test centre. Whenresearching windowprofiles, for example, installers should look fornumerous standards as a benchmark. Thisincludes an A-grade from Window Energy Ratings,and the highest requirements of BS EN 12608and BS 7412 for the standard of a manufacturedwindow.Continued on page 26Installers should look for systems thathave been independently tested at agovernment-recognised UKAS test centre24 T I SEPT/OCT 2020 PRACTICAL CONTENT FOR THE GLAZING INSTALLER & HOME IMPROVEMENT SPECIALIST
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