Blinds & Shutters - Issue 4-2020

NEW

Dual Shade collection

Our new collection of Dual Shade day &

night roller blinds has now launched,

with an extensive range of colours and

fabrics to choose from.

Choose from natural and neutral colours

for a cool modern look, or vibrant tones

of teal, green or red for those looking for

a bolder choice.

Key features

• 41 new fabrics

• Semi cassette and full cassette

headrail options

• Motorised options

• New folder that can be used

singularly or fits seamlessly into the

Aquarius roller presenter

• Standard and blackout options available

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CONTENTS

www.blindsmagazine.co.uk

Regulars

NEWS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Bloc Blinds has opened Northern Ireland’s first dedicated PPE

factory

NEW PRODUCTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

A new compact blinds system has been launched

Features and articles

PROFILES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-20

News from Sattler, Caribbean Blinds and Louvolite

LOUVRES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Renson has installed louvres at a wind farm

BLACKOUT BLINDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Yewdale says it may have the ultimate solution

VENETIAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Venetian blinds are still a classic choice

FABRICS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40-45

Digital printing can give infinite fabric possibilities

From the editor

Issue FOUR 2020

At the moment it appears that no

one in the UK knows what is ahead of

us in the coming months, with mixed

messages coming from the UK

Government on the pandemic, Brexit

and international trade agreements.

I don’t think anyone could have

predicted the path of the last few

months and with the furlough scheme

set to end it will certainly be an

interesting time for British industry. It

would be good to get some feedback

from the Blinds & Shutters industry on

how it sees the future.

I suspect there may be some

difficult times ahead, but hopefully I

will be proved wrong and there is

certainly some optimism in the pages

of this months issue. Keep your news

and opinions coming in and keep safe

as we enter the winter months.

PLEATED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

A large colour choice is more important than ever as Blinds &

Shutters found out

John Hatcher

editor


AWNINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Awnings with lights can give you more time outside as the

nights draw in

Cover image: Courtesy of

Decora

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Editor:

John Hatcher

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j.hatcher@turretgroup.com

Advertising sales manager:

Julie Saridakis

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Carol Baird

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NEWS IN BRIEF

Northern Ireland factory opens

Bloc Blinds, has opened Northern Ireland’s first dedicated

PPE manufacturing facility in close proximity to its

headquarters in Mid Ulster.

This follows the company’s move to

repurpose its production line during the

COVID-19 pandemic to produce PPE for

healthcare workers.

Cormac Diamond, Bloc Blinds managing

director, explained,

“At Bloc Blinds we see this new hub as a

long-term commitment to a dedicated PPE

manufacturing facility. Our aim has always

been to support as many frontline carers as

possible, and we are now in a position to

produce up to four million FaceShields per

week.

“While blinds remain our core business,

and we have since reopened our operations

in a safe and controlled manner, this new

PPE facility will allow us to continue to

manufacture FaceShields whilst also creating

new jobs for the area in these challenging

times.”

Northern Ireland Economy Minister Diane

Dodds, who officially opened the site, added,

“The Covid-19 crisis has had a devastating

impact on not only our own economy but

also those across the globe. It has been

heartening however to see so many local

companies innovating and adapting

production to meet the recent challenges.

“In the case of Bloc Blinds this has meant

moving into an entirely new product and

repurposing their production lines to make

FaceShields. As a result of their ingenuity

they have begun supplying PPE to help in the

fight against the disease which has enabled

them to not only protect employment but

also expand. It has been an honour to

officially open their new dedicated visor

facility here in Magherafelt.”

Bloc Blinds recently invested £100,000

into their blinds manufacturing headquarters

in Northern Ireland. Part of this investment

included a brand new state of the art

Display room which facilitates a series of

online support programmes for trade

partners such as product training and

troubleshooting sessions.

In addition, this extension to the

company’s HQ offers the opportunity for

consumers to learn about the Bloc product

range including the Bloc Out via online

consultations which the company is currently

taking bookings for.

To ensure quality and maintain fast

manufacturing times, Farnborough Blind

Company has invested in two pieces of

equipment from Atech, a Matic Ares

5000 welder, which was installed in

October 2017 and the Matic M1-PC-6

cutting table in January of this year.

Originally cutting by hand or on

Louvolite tables and using glue to seal

the edges, both time consuming jobs, Bill

realised the need for new equipment.

“We looked at other manufactures

before making our final decision

including some we’ve previously

purchased from. There are both cheaper

and more expensive alternatives out

there, but we knew Matic machines

would last a life time as the build quality

is robust!” commented owner Bill Wyatt.

Having used high frequency welding

machines in the past, Bill was fully aware

of the disadvantage of the unsightly

marks left on the finished product. He

was looking to achieve the perfect

seamless join, which he found in the

Ares. Bill explained, “With high frequency

you get a shiny finish where as the Ares

has a function and adjustable settings

that eliminates this happening. Each

fabric is different in weight; finish etc. so

having settings that can be adjusted is

imperative to achieving a perfect finish.

Other welding machines do not have

this seamless join function”

It also has the advantage of 19

memory channels which allows you to

save the settings for the different

materials.

4 Blinds & Shutters • ISSUE FOUR 2020



NEWS IN BRIEF

R+T postponed until 2022

Messe Stuttgart is postponing the next edition of the R+T

– the leading world trade fair for roller shutters,

doors/gates and sun protection systems – to 21 to 25

February 2022.

This decision was based on the intensive discussions between the project managers and all

partners, supporter associations, the Trade Fair Advisory Board and leading manufacturers.

During the last few weeks an intensive and, at times, personal survey of national and

international exhibitors was also conducted. This survey also produced a clear result. "From

the very first day, we focused on close and transparent communication with everyone

involved. The intensive discussions and the exhibitor survey clearly show that R+T cannot be

reliably staged at present with its accustomed quality, especially on account of the high

internationality and the extremely long preparation phase," said Roland Bleinroth, president

and CEO of Messe Stuttgart. "R+T is much more than just a trade fair! The exchanges with

colleagues, intensive technical discussions, numerous networking events and accompanying

events make R+T a large family gathering every three years. However, all this cannot be

guaranteed under the present conditions. Although it was not easy for us to make this

decision after two and half years of planning, preparation and commitment, it is the only

correct one at present," added Sebastian Schmid, department director technology at Messe

Stuttgart. "By postponing R+T to 2022, we primarily want to give our exhibitors and partners

the greatest possible planning security. In February 2022 manufacturers will again be able to

access the entire R+T network which they know and are accustomed to. We are pleased that

we and the industry have found a solution in order to repeat the previous success of the

leading world trade fair."

However, the postponement of R+T also opens up new opportunities and doors for the

industry. "In the originally scheduled event period, i.e. 22 to 26 February 2021, all our

exhibitors will have the opportunity to present their developed innovations and new

products to trade visitors all over the world during the digital R+T," said Sebastian Schmid.

The centrepiece of this digital format will be the R+T Innovation Award which will be

staged according to the original plans as a live event. Key topics such as handicraft, the smart

home and architecture will also be examined. The programme will be supplemented by

hybrid, industry-specific technical talks and different matchmaking services. The presented

contents will also be available online after the digital R+T for another 365 days up to the

next R+T and will be regularly updated. "In the next few weeks we will finalise the concept

for the digital R+T and will start the first implementations directly. We will also take all the

important steps to ensure a successful R+T in 2022. We can hardly wait to welcome all our

exhibitors and visitors in person again in Stuttgart from 21 to 25 February 2022," said a

delighted Sebastian Schmid.

Awning specialist markilux can

congratulate itself on yet another award.

The cassette awning MX-3, now on the

market for a year, won the “German

Design Award” at the start of February,

in the “Design Building Elements” section

in the category: “Excellent Product”.

The jury of the German Design

Council, who selected the awning as the

award winner, justifies this in terms of

the curves of the MX-3. The jury felt the

awning united linear architecture and

natural shapes. Klaus Wuchner, director

of sales and marketing at markilux, and

Christiane Berning, head of the

marketing and business development

department, were presented with the

award in the first week of February

during the Ambiente Fair in Frankfurt

am Main. It is now the second design

award for the awning model as it already

received an “Iconic Award” for its stylish

design in 2019. “We attach great

importance to the balanced design of

our products that reflects the spirit of

the times and, simultaneously, is timeless,”

says Klaus Wuchner. Every time the

company receives an award, Mr

Wuchner sees it as a confirmation of the

company's product strategy. Because for

years now the company has interpreted

awnings as design products, from the

cover to the frame, communicating this

to the end customer. Christiane Berning

points out: “To leave this international

competition as one of 70 gold award

winners from 5,300 entries is one more

step toward making the brand wellknown

at an international level.” And, at

the same time, it is a quality seal which

indicates to the end customer both its

quality and value.



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New research has revealed millions of consumers are spending more money than usual on

their homes as a result of lockdown, with 75 per cent of Brits planning further

improvements over the next year, including decorating, kitchens, bathrooms and

extensions.

The data provides reassurance that

despite the coronavirus, there are still

lucrative opportunities for businesses in the

home interiors sector. However, the research

also discovered that even though the UK is

easing its way out of lockdown, almost half of

people who want to view items for their

home in person are concerned about going

to the shops.

Instead, they’re more likely to turn to

social media for interiors inspiration before

choosing which businesses to buy from, with

YouTube, Instagram and Pinterest among the

preferred channels, but with home interiors

magazines and brand websites proving

popular too.

The research, which questioned over

2,000 consumers and was commissioned by

home interiors marketing agency Unhooked

Communications, found 72 per cent of

people have bought new interiors products

for their home over the last two months. The

most popular items include wallpaper or

paint (22 per cent), kitchen utensils or

cooking items (21 per cent), and tools (16

per cent).

Over two-fifths (42 per cent) said they’re

investing more in their home in 2020

because they have spent less money day-today

due to lockdown. More than a third (36

per cent) said because they aren’t going on

holiday this year, so are instead splashing

more cash on home improvements.

For the three-quarters of consumers

planning home improvements over the next

12 months, two fifths (39 per cent) want to

redecorate at least one room, a quarter

want to landscape the garden, 14 per cent

want a new bathroom, and more than one in

ten (11 per cent) want a new kitchen. With

more people working remotely, a further

one in ten said they want to create a home

office.

While 45 per cent have concerns about

going to the shops to make their home

improvement plans a reality, there are other

considerations shoppers face when it comes

to choosing which home interiors retailers to

buy from.

Compared to 12 months ago, over half

(54 per cent) said they’re more likely to want

to support local businesses and 44 per cent

said they’re more concerned about the cost

of products and services for their home.

However, two thirds stated they’re happy to

pay more for items if they are good quality

and last longer than cheaper items. On top

of that, nearly half (46 per cent) said it’s

important to buy from sustainable businesses

that reduce their impact on the environment.

When it comes to choosing local home

interiors retailers and suppliers, over half (55

per cent) rely on recommendations or

reputation; a half (50 per cent) make their

decision based on cost, and 40 per cent want

to see proof of previous work and case

studies. Over a third (34 per cent) want to

be assured the retailer will deliver the

products or the work within a certain

timeframe, just over a fifth (22 per cent)

want to work with businesses that offer a

broad range of services or products, and 19

per cent take into consideration any added

value services or extra support the

businesses are able to offer.

Claire Gamble, MD of Unhooked

Communications, which carried out the

research, said: “We know from speaking to

our clients and contacts in the home

interiors industry that many have started to

see a rise in sales and enquiries as people are

spending more time at home and are looking

to improve their spaces. With our research

showing that many consumers are planning

further home improvements over the

coming months, these are promising signs for

the sector.

“But understandably, some people have

concerns about visiting shops and

showrooms, so it’s no surprise 42 per cent of

those questioned said they prefer to search

online for inspiration and information more

now than they may have 12 months ago.

While we know retailers and other specialist

home interiors businesses are doing what

they can to make shoppers feel safe in store,

the sudden changes to our day-to-day lives

and ways of working have emphasised the

importance of using digital means to engage

with customers.

“When it comes to products for the

home, consumers often want to see them in

person. But with social distancing and limited

numbers in stores, home interiors retailers

should look at how they can inspire and

inform their customers from afar.

“Our research shows YouTube, home and

interiors brands’ own websites, social media

channels like Facebook, Instagram and

Pinterest, and home interior magazines are

among the preferred channels for consumers

when researching trends and products, and

these provide a great first platform for

businesses to engage with audiences before

welcoming them into their shops. As well as

using these channels to showcase products

and services, it’s also important for

businesses to consider the messaging and

stories they convey too as we know

consumers are looking for sustainable, local

businesses that can deliver quality and

reliable products and services.”

According to the research, consumers

head to the following channels to find

inspiration and information for their home:

· YouTube (22 per cent)

· Home and interiors brands’ own websites

(18 per cent)

· Facebook (17 per cent)

· Home and interiors magazines, online or

print (16 per cent)

· Instagram (16 per cent)

· Pinterest (14 per cent)

· Home and interiors TV programmes (11.49

per cent)

· Home and interiors bloggers and

influencers (9 per cent)



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All change at Sattler

There has been a

management

change at Sattler

SUN-TEX GmbH

Sattler SUN-TEX GmbH, the Austria-based

company among the worldwide leaders of

producers of technical textiles for sun

protection, visual and glare protection, boat covers

and outdoor upholstery, reports a planned

management change of as of 1st July 2020.

Andreas Freiler, after his long and highly

successful service as managing director

technical/production, has entered his welldeserved

retirement. He has led the company,

along with Manfred Heissenberger, managing

director marketing & sales, to a leading position in

terms of quality and innovation. With the de-

velopment and launch of innovative products such

as Lumera and Twilight Pearl, to name but a few,

Sattler SUN-TEX GmbH has set new market

standards for sun protection. Due to the

consistent market orientation of production and

production planning, Sattler SUN-TEX GmbH

stands for the highest levels of supply security and

for quick delivery times, even in difficult periods.

The position of managing director

technical/production has been taken over by a

textile expert of international experience, Ibrahim

Türköz.

Mr. Türköz completed his qualifications as textile

machine operator, textile mechanic and apprentice

master. Afterwards, he graduated from his studies

of Textile and Clothing Technology at the

Hochschule Niederrhein (Germany).

He has almost 20 years of qualified leadership

experience as factory manager, technical section

leader and managing director in the production of

technical textiles and clothing textiles. He has

gathered his experience in Germany, Switzerland,

and to a large extent outside of Europe.

“A highly competent and well-regarded

professional leaves us in the person of Andreas

Freiler, but due to our long-term planning, we

managed to gain a highly experienced textile

manager in Ibrahim Türköz for our company. After

an intense period of handover, Freiler continues to

be at our side with his counsel and expertise,” as

Manfred Heissenberger is glad to sum up his

thoughts about this fortunate instance of

succession planning.

As for Ibrahim Türköz, he is already busy

working on shaping the future of SATTLER SUN-

TEX: “I am grateful to be collaborating with this

team of specialists of the domain of technical

textiles here at Sattler. Further- more, it is a

pleasure to look forward to the multitude of tasks

and challenges linked to the elaboration of a new

collection.”


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A safe return

Louvolite says that

its Carnival Fabrics

can help protect

the home

There’s a well known household product

that we likely all use which announces

proudly, via whichever media you come

across, that it kills 99% of all known germs.

We are told that the performance of this

product contains the active ingredients needed to

fight and kill germs and that it exceeds the World

Health Organisation recommended level for

disinfecting your home.

The website for this product provides

information on how to “effectively disinfect your

home from Coronavirus”. Reading through the

advice it’s easy to understand how people would

vigorously clean their homes and maintain that

level of hygiene on floors, worktops and hard

surfaces – but what about surfaces which are not

hard surfaces such as window blinds.

It has been stated that windows typically occupy

around15 - 20% of the surface area of the walls in

a home. From our industry’s perspective, that

presents significant opportunities to furnish those

openings and help protect the home from excess

solar gain and resultant overheating in summer

times and heat loss during wintertime - of course

they also add style, decoration, light control and

privacy too.

It’s almost part of Louvolite’s genetic make up

that we try to incorporate added features and

benefits into whichever product we offer to our

customers. So when Coronavirus entered into our

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lives - uninvited and definitely unwanted -

resulting in tens of thousands of deaths and

mass disruption to us all, we looked at the

various chemical elements that go into our

formulations and worked to see if any

combination of these could help combat

the virus.

After a number of highly focused days

we identified what we considered to be the

formulation that offered the best chance of

having an impact and applied it to

Louvolite’s Carnival fabric, both light

filtering Carnival and Carnival Blackout.

After our routine and standard product

performance testing, manufacturing and

hanging tests, samples of the coated

Carnival and Carnival Blackout fabrics were

quickly sent off to an independent testing

house specialising in virology, this was just

as the country went into lock down.

Wow – so many things happened to our

world during the following months. Our

business went into hibernation with only a

skeleton staff being maintained to accept

raw materials that had been ordered weeks

previously and already en route.

In addition, we maintained service to our

operations overseas whilst limiting supply

at home to those serving the NHS and

care homes. The associated immediate

impact on our private lives has been life

changing for many and who knows what

the long-term impact on future

generations may be.

As the country started to ease into the

“new normal”, Louvolite started to bring

teams of production colleagues back into

work. Carnival production restarted using

the coating formulation as had been

production tested and submitted to the

laboratory for testing. Weeks went by and

changes to our business and our

customers’ businesses continued to throw

up challenges that had never before been

considered.

In early June we received our test report

from the Independent Test laboratory - to

be absolutely honest, with all the other

challenges that we were facing at that time

we hadn’t given this much thought over

the previous weeks. Once received we had

to read it a few times to sure we fully

understood the results. We knew from the

report in the medical Lancet Journal that

Coronavirus can remain active on fabric

for up to 72 hours.

The tests on Louvolite Carnival fabrics

had shown that 99% of the Coronavirus

introduced onto Carnival fabrics had been

eliminated in 1 hour.

This was absolutely amazing and we

quickly ensured that our IP team were

busy writing the document that would,

when filed, bring intellectual protection to

the active formulation and coating methods

used to create Coronasafe.

Within two more weeks Louvolite had

created a simple eshot that summarised the

new and unique feature that can be

attributed to a blind manufactured using

Louvolite Carnival Coronasafe fabric. It has

been established that the performance of

Coronasafe will last up to the lifetime of

the blind depending on the cleaning regime.

So will Louvolite Carnival Coronasafe

fabrics change your life? No. Are they a

cure all product? Absolutely not.

That said, when the typical person,

school or nursing home wants to ensure

that they have done everything they can to

help protect the people they care for from

the disaster that is Coronavirus and they

want or need to purchase a blind - Carnival

Coronasafe fabrics will offer that extra layer

of security that other fabrics do not.

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what would you want them to select?


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Investing for the future

Blinds & Shutters

spoke to Stuart

Dantzic on his

plans for

Caribbean Blinds

B&S understands that you are

extending your factory. What are the

reasons, especially with the COVID

crisis still in play?

It was always our plan to extend our

production facility in 2020 and whilst the

pandemic might have raised new challenges, as a

forward thinking business we have adapted and

evolved to ensure we can meet our growth goals.

We are actually on target to beat our previously

set targets for this year. More than doubling the

company’s current storage capacity, the 10,000

sq/ft extension will accommodate all aluminium

profiles for every product line, as well as the

aluminium and steel cutting department, releasing

space within the main building for extra assembly

stations and rigs, resulting in a significantly

increased production capacity. The investment has

also enabled us to remain on our current site and

in Sudbury for the foreseeable future, continuing

Caribbean Blinds’ two-decade long residence in

the area.

Do you have new products on the way?

We have a number of exciting innovations in

the pipeline, primarily around our outdoor living

range. These will all be revealed at the industry’s

leading annual external shading conference –

CBCON - which is scheduled to take place in

March 2021. To wet the readers appetite though,

these will include a PLUS version of our award

winning Deluxe Outdoor Living Pod aimed at the

commercial sector, along with an innovative new

patio awning proposition.

Does this mean you will be employing

more people?

Yes. Initially, once the extension is complete, we

will need a further 6 members to join our team

and we are already beginning our recruitment

drive to find these new team members. Going

forward, and to ensure we can meet our growth

plans, our employee number will double to 48

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members will be based at our factory in

Sudbury, Suffolk, manufacturing and

assembling our products. This will have a

massive impact on the local economy.

What does your distributor base

have to look forward to?

We are always setting the standards for

sales, marketing and training support for our

partners and every year we step up our

support - 2021 will be no different Along

with innovative new products and an

exciting new patio awning proposition, we

will be introducing further market leading

sales aids and in store demo stands to allow

dealers to showcase and demonstrate to

consumers the superior features and

benefits of our range. Furthermore, our

CBCON conference will have a number of

industry leaders covering both on and

offline marketing, along with sales processes

to help our partners generate more

enquiries, sell more products, and ultimately

boost their bottom line.

Has COVID meant that people are

spending more on their homes

and have you seen an upsurge in

orders?

Without a shadow of a doubt. Even

though the travel ban has been lifted, the

majority of consumers are not travelling

abroad. Instead, they are investing their

holiday budgets, along with money they

would have otherwise spent on going out

for meals, weekends away etc, on their

homes. Consumers are realising their homes

are their castles again and have spent the

many weeks of lockdown, looking at and

spending time in their gardens, particularly

with the amazing weather we had.

Therefore, attention, and subsequently

budgets, are being turned and spent on the

garden with many consumers wanting to

create their very own slice of paradise in

their back gardens. Consumers also realise

spending money on their properties is safe,

as property prices, whilst they can dip,

always go up and current research shows

that properties with a well-designed and

landscaped garden, sell for significantly more

than those without.

How do you see the market going

forward into 2021?

I fully expect the upward trend we are

currently experiencing to continue into

2021. This re-focus on the importance of

our homes is not a fad and I believe that

not just the ‘shading’ sector, but the whole

home improvement sector, will see

extremely positive trading conditions next

year – those companies who are forward

thinking and dynamic that is. Furthermore, I

believe the external shading season will

start earlier than normal, and average order

values will continue to increase due to

consumers purchasing options such as

lighting and heating with their products to

enable them to use them all year round –

the garden is now an extension of the

indoor living space. As a company, we are

forecasting greater growth than originally

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ventilation louvres

When planning its new Westeinde wind

farm in Anna Paulowna (NL), wind

turbine manufacturer EWT realised it

needed a solution for additional heat losses in their

ever more powerful wind turbines. Needless to say,

they soon turned to Renson. One condition was

that resistance to burglaries could not be

compromised in any way by fitting ventilation

louvres to the turbines.

“The reason for our partnership with Renson

was an increase in the rated power of our wind

turbines from 900 kW to 1 MW. In addition, the

net transformer, which is usually located in an

external building, was placed inside our turbines.

This caused our heat losses to double, and we

had to compensate for this in an efficient manner,”

EWT’s mechanical engineering manager, Danny

Ferket explains. “We previously had a cooling

system in our wind turbines, but this was no

longer able to cope with the new configuration.

There were various options to compensate for

this, from increasing the airflow to reducing the

pressure drop inside the turbine – or installing a

different type of cooling altogether. We eventually

chose to fit ventilation louvres to create an

additional inflow of cooler (outside) air. This

solution offered the best balance between cost

and durability.”

On the flip side, ventilation louvres could

potentially lower the burglar resistance of the

doors in the wind turbines. Considering the fact

these turbines contain lots of metals that are

attractive to thieves, this posed a real problem.

“That’s why we were specifically looking for louvres

that complied with burglar-resistance class RC3 as

a minimum; the same class as our doors, which are

made of 8 to 12 mm of lasered stainless steel,”

Danny Ferket continues. “The dimensions of the

ventilation louvres were eventually decided by the

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doors.”

Engineers from both Renson and EWT

put their heads together to find the perfect

louvres of this application. “As part of this,

Renson showed the necessary flexibility to

develop louvres that met our specific

(burglar resistance) requirements. Our

partnership with Renson could not have

gone better, and after validation in our test

turbines using CFD analyses, we gave them

the green light to install the louvres at our

Westeinde wind farm in Anna Paulowna,”

Danny concludes.

Hans Bannink (Renson): “The ventilation

louvres in question were fitted with an

additional removable frame with a dust

filter and special mountings for easy

installation in the doors of the wind

turbines. The main reason for these filters

was to protect the advanced equipment

inside the turbine against unwelcome

visitors and outside influences such as

torrential rain or storms. The fact that they

are easy to replace helps limit the pressure

drop. Eventually, two types of louvres were

developed to maximise the flow of fresh

outside air for each door in order to

provide the necessary cooling.”

Danny: “These ventilation louvres offer us

extra flexibility in hotter areas, as well as the

option to install an internal transformer. This

has enabled us to expand our product

portfolio in response to demand from the

market and specific environmental

requirements. The straightforward

installation process also gives us the

flexibility to add the louvres at the last

minute,” Danny Ferket concludes.

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Making a move

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Sliding and folding door hardware

manufacturer, P C Henderson, has been

specified for a state of the art hospital build

in Breda, Holland.

Covering 128,000 square metres, the new

ultra-modern Amphia Hospital was officially

opened in November 2019. The design brief

focused on creating a new world of medical care

– aiming for increased one to one patient

contact, shorter waiting times, the highest level of

health care and a peaceful and comfortable

environment.

A key component in achieving this was the

design layout of 514 private luxury rooms with

adjoining bathrooms. The contactor wanted to

ensure ease of movement around the room - as

well as enhanced privacy and comfort. A key

solution in achieving this was through the

specification of a sliding door system to separate

the main room from the bathroom. P C

Henderson’s Sirocco system was identified as the

best solution for the project.

Rene van den Biggelaar, business unit manager

at P C Henderson Holland, commented “Our

Sirocco sliding door system is extremely popular

in healthcare applications due to its integrated

hydraulic self-closing feature which ensures the

door always comes to a safe and gentle close”.

In order to ensure a system that worked well

for both patients and staff – a test room was set

up during the build which was used for a number

of months. This provided valuable feedback which

led to some further customization of the product

to ensure the best user experience.

“The contractor required a system which could

work with a 1.35m wide door - ensuring that even

a hospital bed could be maneuvered through into

the bathroom if required. We achieved this by

manufacturing a custom made 2850mm length of

track to replace the systems usual 2200mm track.

We also designed a custom made stop which

would allow the door to be held open half way

across the opening - when only a small walk way

was required,” continued Rene.

Home to over 4000 employees, the hospital is

one of the largest clinical hospitals in the

Netherlands and utilises some of the most

innovative medical technology. With a key focus on

patient comfort - patients are provided with their

own iPad, which they can use for entertainment

purposes, as well as to order from a menu of over

25 nutritional hot meals.

Sustainability is also high on the hospitals agenda

– with systems in place to generate approximately

85% of its own energy needs. The use of P C

Henderson’s Sirocco system assisted towards this

through its hydraulic self-closing feature which

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Totally tensioned

Innovative external

tension blinds

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Douglas provide a

discrete system

with great wind

resistance

The redevelopment of the site of the Afrika

Museum near Brussels includes the

restoration and extension of the existing

museum, sensitively designed to preserve the

direct environment of the museum building as

much as possible.

The exhibition rooms are subtly equipped with

new technologies that bring the museum building

up to date. Those technologies are highly

sophisticated and have been integrated almost

seamlessly: improved thermic isolation and

airtightness, air-quality control, and precise control

of incoming light to allow the curators to create

the correct environment for their current

exhibitions.

External blinds were selected for the new glazed

extension to minimize internal ‘clutter’ around the

windows which could distract focus from the

exhibition specimens, as well as for maximum

control of heat in the summer. The primary

purpose of the blinds however was precise light

control, allowing the museum to adjust light levels

according to the specific requirements of each

exhibition. It was very important that the blinds

could therefore be deployed regardless of weather

conditions, and without moving around excessively

in the wind.

For the external design aesthetic, Stephane Beel

Architects wanted the blinds to be invisible when

retracted. Slimline mullions in the façade meant

that there were however minimal fixing points.

Guthrie Douglas and Helioscreen Projects worked

with the design team to integrate the roller

mechanisms into the façade structure. Stainless

steel cables were used to guide the blinds, and a

bespoke return pulley arrangement was designed

to give the blinds additional stability in high winds.

45 TESS 440 external wire-guided tension

systems were specified and installed to the south

and west facades of the building.

The success of the project was shown when the

Africa Museum won the first prize and the public

choice award in the category ‘heritage &

architecture’ of the Publica Awards 2019.

Guthrie Douglas products are found in

challenging climates such as the Middle East and

northern Scandinavia and its exterior blind systems

are manufactured with an inherently strong tension

mechanism that holds fabric tight even in extreme

temperatures and strong winds. They also meet the

stringent European Norms under the Construction

Related Products regulations (CPR) and all have

mandatory CE marking, which was introduced in

June 2013.


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The heat is on

Caribbean Blinds

ask, will rising

temperatures

change the way we

design buildings?

Despite what many of us think, the

lockdown period hasn’t all been

negative… It has given the UK some of

the hottest temperatures and unprecedented

summer weather, but for some, it has been almost

impossible to keep their houses cool.

When designing any new build, renovation or

extension, the increasing issue of overheating and

the importance of external shading should be

addressed throughout each stage. Every measure

needs to be taken to ensure a building’s energy

efficiency is at its highest and to prevent the

growing number of eco and ultra-modern glass

properties from turning into unhabitable

‘greenhouses’.

The effects of glazing &

insulation

Flooding a room with natural light and creating a

feeling of endless space and openness are

important factors for occupant wellbeing. Large

expanses of glazing such as rooflights, panoramic

windows, sliding and folding doors can help blur

the boundaries between inside and out – all whilst

emitting free solar gain to passively warm a building

in the colder months. In addition to this, both wallto-floor

and loft insulation help to prevent warmth

from escaping, reducing the demand for heating

and lowering energy costs as a result.

Despite these benefits, the combination of

extensive glazing and high levels of insulation

coupled with a warming climate is resulting in

buildings severely overheating. Although this is

primarily in the summer, it also happens during the

winter, with indoor temperatures rising to

uncomfortable and unsafe levels that put occupant

health at risk. Last year alone, overheating in

buildings resulted in over 900 deaths in the UK – a

figure which is predicted to reach 7,000 by 2050,

and at a cost of £267m to Public Health England.

The solution: External

shading, awnings & blinds

As the sun is not static, a dynamic solution is

required to adapt to the changing ambient

conditions, preventing unwanted solar heat gain

during the summer months and allowing free solar

gain when required in the winter.

Unique perforated solar controlled fabrics can

provide an evenly distributed natural light source

whilst maintaining the view and connection to the

outside. This quick solution can help override high

levels of insulation and glazing, minimising any

unwanted solar heat gain by averting the sun’s rays

from reaching the glass and keeping buildings cool.

Not a new concept to the UK, awnings were

used on elaborate glass shop frontages in the

1800’s before air conditioning was invented as a

way to passively cool the interior of buildings whilst

also protecting goods from the damaging effects of

the sun.

This is proof that the solution to combat the

issue of overheating buildings already exists,

however, the change needed is within the

specification market, as these products need to be

designed and incorporated from the outset. We

need to begin to opt for alternatives to solar

control glass (that doesn’t prevent solar heat gain)



CASE STUDY

or air conditioning that is “energy hungry”.

Low-e glazing vs external

shading

Low emissivity glass (or low-e glazing) is

glass that has an invisible microscopic

coating applied to it in order to improve its

thermal efficiency. Double and triple low-e

glazing rejects approximately 30% and 45%

of solar gain respectively, whereas external

blinds can reject up to 96% of solar heat

gain with minimal energy demand,

preventing overheating as a result.

In fact, an appropriately sized, positioned

and specified external shading device can

reduce interior temperatures by up to

18ºC, which in turn can reduce the energy

consumption otherwise needed to cool

down a hot room by more than 80%, and in

many instances makes air conditioning of

any description completely superfluous

Subsequently, the cost of adding external

shading can be offset by minimising or

avoiding the need for air conditioning.

Reduce maintenance

costs

External shading is now part and parcel

of modern building design and glazing,

helping to create sustainable buildings that

are comfortable and healthy for their users,

with lower running and maintenance costs.

Automatic outdoor blinds ensure a

thermally and visually comfortable indoor

environment with minimum energy demand

on any installed heating and cooling systems,

reducing energy costs and CO2 emissions.

In its proposed overheating building

regulations, the Ministry of Housing,

Communities & Local Government

(MHCLG) recommends moveable external

shading as the most effective way to

prevent overheating in buildings.

Caribbean Blinds has been helping to

create cool, comfortable and sustainable

buildings with innovative external shading

systems for over 30 years. By working

closely with the specification community,

we’ve been helping to educate and inform,

and to ensure external shading can be

seamlessly and cost-effectively integrated

within both new build and refurbishment

schemes. The solution definitely exists,

however, there is still a long way to go.

Increased awareness is needed across the

whole supply chain, from specification

(designer) to client (purchaser).

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BLACKOUT BLINDS

Back to blackout

Are Yewdale

Blackout Blinds the

ultimate solution?

When your customer wants total

darkness, the YewdaleDefiant

blackout blind range is the ultimate

solution. Easily distinguishable from other blinds by

its sleek, black or white powder coated hardware

and well-enclosed fabric, the blackout blinds are

admired in schools, hospitals and even cinema

rooms around the country. Let’s take a look at

what makes this blackout blind range so effective.

One of the most notable elements of the

Yewdale blackout blind range is the solid, allencompassing

unit. It seals the window against

light in all parts.

Some retail ‘blackout blinds’ on the market are

only so due to the fabric they use. A blackout

fabric will stop light travelling through it, but if light

can seep around the edge or between the

brackets, the pursuit of total darkness is dashed.

Negating this and stamping its authority on the

subject, Yewdale’s blackout blinds have a headbox,

side channels and bottom channel. These fasten to

the wall and around the window or within the

recess, essentially boxing in the window and

eliminating light.

The choice of fabric is vital. The blackout

properties of a blind would be totally eliminated if

we weren’t fussy about what fabric we used in

our systems. The fabric we recommend is

complete blackout: Roach, Dart and Medway.

Roach and Dart are made from PVC and Medway

is made from polyester. Blackout fabrics are

typically denser and have a reflective coating on

the back which prevents light penetrating the

fabric.

The fabric comes with windcheat bars across

the middle. This reinforces the fabric and limits the

chance of the fabric being blown out of the side

channels by the wind of an open window. This

layer of attention to detail is what makes these

blackout blinds so superior. For others, a slight

breeze from an open window can cause the fabric

to billow and flap, removing the blackout

properties as sunlight seeps around the edges. A

windcheat bar prevents this, holding the fabric fast

in the side channels and protecting it from the

perils of an open window.

Whilst on the subject of side channels and

attention to detail, it is worth discussing the pile

seal used to block light from creeping through.

Great effort has been taken to ensure that no

light can enter the room through the side

channels. The difference between a standard

cassette with side channels and a blackout blind is

the pile seal used inside the side channels. This

fluffy seal disrupts the light that may make it into

the side channel whilst not restricting the blind’s

movement. Simple, yet so effective.

When it comes to the mechanism on a

blackout blind, you’ll notice we don’t use chains. A

gap in the headbox to allow the chain through

would compromise the blind’s blackout properties.

Instead we use crank or motor operated systems

that don’t require large gaps in the blind. Yewdale

has gone to every length to ensure light is blocked

at every opportunity.

The reason YewdaleDefiant blackout blinds are

the ultimate system on the market is not simply

through claims and bold statements, but because

it is tried and tested. Tweaks and adjustments

have been made throughout its development

based on client feedback. Yewdale’s range of

blackout blinds is an example of our

commitment to quality, creating blinds that serve

a purpose, and make sure that purpose is fulfilled

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Design classics

Venetian blinds are

still a staple of the

Luxaflex collection

Luxaflex has been manufacturing Venetian

Blinds for over 60 years. Aluminium Venetian

Blinds we’re the window treatment that

would completely change window coverings. First

introduced in Europe in 1951, Luxaflex Venetian

Blinds featured outstanding design and practical

functionality, quickly becoming the ‘must have’

window covering. So, it’s no wonder that they still

hold strong today.

Venetian Blinds are a design classic and perfect

for every day modern living. From sleek aluminium

to tactile super matt, you’ll find the perfect finish for

any décor. The stunning range of fashionable

colours, rich textures and exclusive designs from

Luxaflex can transform any window with a style

that is completely personable.

Available in five slat widths, suitable for every

window size this product offers a unique solution.

Choose from designer head rails to decorative

woven tapes to compliment your Venetian Blinds,

try a coordinating or contrasting finish and take

your design to the next level.

Ethically sourced

The Luxaflex Metal Venetian collection is made

from 98% recycled aluminium with Cradle to

Cradle certification. The unique certification aims

to address every stage of the product life cycle.

From the raw material, through to production and

the reuse of the product, once its purpose has

been fulfilled. Luxaflex Metal and Wood Venetian

Blinds offer consumers contemporary modern

designs that are ethically and sustainably produced

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Connected home

For the ultimate convenience and to bring

Venetians into the connected environment, with

Luxaflex PowerView Motorisation, consumers can

operate their window treatments from their smart

phone, tablet or remote control - even when they

aren’t at home!

Double the view

MegaView Venetian Blinds offer extra view and

privacy control. These blinds close like normal

Venetian Blinds, but when you open it, a MegaView

view is presented, by doubling the view through to

the outside, whilst maintaining privacy when closed

or titled.

Top down/bottom up

Luxaflex Top Down/Bottom Up is a versatile

operating system for light control and privacy.

Simply operate your blind from the top or bottom

or a combination of both with convenient button

operation for titling the slats to adjust light and

privacy.

Sneak peek

Coming to showrooms soon, is the latest Luxaflex

Venetian Blind collection. Incorporating our bestloved

original designs and exciting new colour,

material and operation options. So, you can invest in

a timeless design, but with a very personal spin.


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Cruze control

Advanced

engineering has

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the Cruze blind

system as Blinds &

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The Cruze vertical system was curated

through advanced engineering and sleek

design merging to create the ultimate

vertical system.

Central to the Cruze system development has

been functionality and design with the aim of

enabling optimum light management for vertical

blinds. Facilitating intuitive motion, a choice of

three operating systems provides the customer

with an application to meet their needs: A direct

drive, a reduction geared system and wand control.

The direct drive operation delivers a responsive

sleek vertical blind, while the reduction gear box

offers precision and control in an unparalleled

operating system. The Wand controlled option

presents the consumer with the ultimate child safe

solution eliminating chains and cords.

Linear angles blend seamlessly with precision

curves creating a specific aesthetic to the Cruze

headrail. Each sculpted line, edge and surface is

shaped to perform. A variety of colour options

including a unique textured matt finish in white

and anthracite blends perfectly with today’s

contemporary living. Colour coordinated

components perfectly complete every visual

aspect of a Cruze vertical blind.

Exploring every element of engineering

cultivation and design, Cruze sees patented

double facing channels neatly encase every

traveller within the headrail creating the distinctive

system appearance.

Unique stylistic development combines

aesthetics and engineering to create highly

functional yet visually attractive vertical

components. Enhancing the desirability of the

system is the superior production efficiency

possible through the enclosed traveller cording

process. The carefully designed traveller, with

reduced width dimensions decreases the fabric

stack of fully retracted blinds by 20%, offering

enhanced room aesthetics and view to the

exterior.

Cruze has been created and designed with

one unified and distinctive purpose.... ultimate

light management with a modern system

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Eclipse has a wide

range of digitally

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Eclipse’s Style Studio and Market Collection

ranges are bursting at the seams with trend

setting digitally printed designs.

Printed fabrics are becoming increasingly more

popular within the window blinds market

therefore, it is important to develop a process

that allows a much quicker response time and

minimal setup. Digital printing offers this quicker

response and simplified process and with this it

offers new and exciting capabilities. Digital printing

is a high quality, low-cost process with small

volumes of production, therefore you can be

versatile, bold and have various design possibilities

that will be able to correspond with the latest

trends within the market.

Our Mirage Collection has a digital print for

every taste. Crackle Pewter and Porcelain will add

an abstract modern feel to any room. Posy has

been digitally printed to give a watercolour flower

effect and Posy Tangerine with its muted orange

tones will keep summer shining all year round!

Terrazzo is one of the main current trends, and

our take on this trend allows you to include the

style within the home in a subtler way. For those

looking for something a little different, Venture is

the perfect choice, with its colourful distressed

look. Vortex is a bold pattern design that has a

futuristic appeal with its abstract shapes and lines.

Roller digital designs have always been a big hit

for our customers. Available in standard and

blackout, there really is something for everyone.

With our roller designs we wanted to make you

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FABRICS

plain fabric like our Palette Sunshine for a

stunning mix and match finish.

If your customers are looking for

something different but don’t want to go

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with an all over pattern on their blind,

why not introduce them to the Bespoke

touch Roller. This will allow them to

personalise their blind with an on-trend

design that has been etched onto a

standard Senses headrail and/or bottom

rail to give their blind that Bespoke Touch.

With four ranges to choose from we

know it can be difficult to choose just

one, so why not mix and match the

designs. Burst and Charlotte together give

a soft and elegant look that is sure to

bring windows to life.

Now you might have been aware of

our extensive range of digital designs in

Style Studio, but did you know that we

now offer a range of patterned designs in

the new Market Collection? Whether you

are looking to make a statement with a

bold geometric style pattern like Chelsea

Charcoal or be much subtle with a fun

spotty/dotty design like Nolita Teal, we

have you covered!

With so many fabulous patterns across

our Style Studio and Market Collection

ranges we couldn’t possibly fit them all

on one page. To see our full range of

digital printed fabrics, check out our Style

Studio website for more information

contact our customer service

department on 0141 814 3500.

Be a winner

in 2020 using

our unique

RELIABLE

proven system

POLARIS BLINDS LTD

Blind Suppliers to the trade

How many conservatory roof blind jobs did you loose last year?

We are Specialists in Conservatory Roof Blinds

n How many did you lose on price? n How many were too complex to measure?

n Are you happy that your current supplier is treating you with the respect that you deserve?

n Are you tired of your "reputable" supplier closing down and expecting

you to source blinds from your competitors

We can measure manufacture and install OR supply only all

conservatory roof pleated blinds including Perfect Fit

International and shapes ALL AT GUARANTEED PRICES.

We also offer the full range of side blinds at guaranteed prices.


Est. 1987 - over 30 years of experience

Manufacturers of Slimline and Wide Body Head Rails

Pleated n Vertical n Venetian n Roller n Conservatory

Suppliers of all Leading Fabrics and Designs

We offer a comprehensive nationwide service to the trade, not

commission or agency based. We will supply you as a bonofida

trade customer. All prices and service are guaranteed.

Simple unique measuring system, take less than five minutes

to accurately quote a conservatory roof.

Tel: 01287-641729 or 0771-5138140

Unit 11, Liverton Mines, Saltburn-by-the-Sea, TS13 4NW • Email: polarisblinds@aol.co.uk

We are particularly seeking trade partners in the London, South West England and Scotland areas.

SEMPER BLINDS

Family run manufacturers of Perfect Fit side, Conservatory Roof Blinds

and motorised pleated blinds

With over 30 years combined experience we are here to help you go the extra mile for your

customers with our “Survey and Fit” service which covers all of the UK.

By using our own easy to use pricing grid you can give your customer a price within

minutes for a full survey and fit service with only two measurements.

We want to thank all of our trading networks for

their patience during these testing times.

Stuart and the team

at Semper

www.SEMPERBLINDS.com

semperblinds@gmail.com

01706 523405 07766 600131

FABRICS

Sample selection

Getting a sample is

always a must when

selecting the right

blind

It is often said that your home should be an

expression of your personality, however being

confident with design and colour is not always

easy. Experts say that colour and designs do have

a positive effect on your mood. At the Fabric Box

we understand the internal conflicts that come

with the desire to be different with the worry that

by adding design the final interior does not turn

out as desired.

Providing a one to one consultation with your

customer will be key to close the sale enabling

them to choose the right fabric with confidence.

The Fabric Box sampling service is the perfect

solution providing free fabric samples that

consumers can use to create their own mood

board. Through physical visualisation of the colours,

materials, and designs to be used in the desired

room allows the homeowner to make the right

design choice, be it simplistic a design or have the

confidence to select a daring and bold design.

Choosing a large window blind design such as

Musa needs to work harmoniously with the rest

of the décor; try not to have clashing designs

making the room too busy, where the eye cannot

see a focal point.

A crucial element of interior design is colour,

keep your colour scheme to no more than three

shades, this allows a bold statement to be made

without being overpowering. Pink, green and grey

have created a powerful, yet feminine room with

our Lush fabric. The bold green tropical leaves are

softened with the blush sofa.

Those uber contemporary tastes can still play

with colour to obtain a modern minimalistic décor.


FABRICS

Mixing textures adds interest when using a

neutral palette, yet allows schemes to be

updated easily through accent colours used

through blinds or art. The texture on

texture print of Addict on a Henlow base

cloth adds colour and further depth to the

contemporary concrete and grey

foundation theme.

Sometimes less is more when it comes to

design, Midas’ broad horizontal stripe adds a

certain architectural integrity with its simple

tone on tone metallic stripe. Being brave

with bold colours on large windows

empowers a neutral scheme, whilst

personally chosen pieces of art and

accessories brings a sense of individuality to

your room.

Fresh flowers are guaranteed to add to

any interior theme, adding floral accents into

your interior mood board can enable you

to add a subtle accent or introduce

statement features by going as bold and

botanical as you dare! Fabrics and

wallpapers can complement or clash. The

perfectly painted blooms of Blythe see the

wisteria blossoms trail and transcend, the

luxurious depth of the dark backdrop

against the pastel petals’ pairs perfectly with

the austere and regal marble and gold

bathroom grandeur.

The Fabric Box presents a well-balanced

collection of sophisticated fabrics, help your

customers delve into their inner design diva

through the Fabric Boxes fabric sampling

service, www.thefabricbox.co.uk and advise

them to play with design and colour, all of

which can be found in the Fabric Box.

MAJOR SYSTEM

Dutch Blind

Extrusions and

Components

EXTRUSION.

ANODISED, WHITE AND

BLACK + INSERT

PULLEY BLOCK

DUTCH COVERBOARD

6 metre x 200mm

4 LEG HINGE CORNER INTERNAL MITRE INTERMEDIATE

BRACKET

TUNING FORK

COVERBOARD

J’ BRACKET

METRO SYSTEM (DA1)

CENTRE LEG

BRACKET

BACK HINGE PIECE

CLEAT STRAP HINGE ALUMINIUM PULLEY PLASTIC PULLEY ‘J’ HOOK

END CHEEK

FIXING ANGLE

1” x 1” x 6 metre

ANGLE

1” x 1/8” x 6 metre

BRACING BAR

DOG LEG BRACKET

Made from Glass Filled UV Stabilised

Nylon for strength and durability.

All components moulded to match the

colour of the Extrusions.

Anodised, White, Black (Major system)

and Anthracite (Metro System)

EXTRUSION. ANODISED,

WHITE AND ANTHRACITE

+ INSERT

INTERMEDIATE

BRACKET

4 LEG HINGE CORNER type 1 CORNER type 2 CORNER type 3 UNIVERSAL BRACE HIDEALL TAPE

CENTRE LEG

BRACKET

EXTRUSION CAP

FIXED WALL PLATE

Unit 2a, Miglo Ind Est, Paignton,

Devon, TQ4 7QW

Tel: 01803 522887

E: tony@supa-shade.co.uk

W: www.awningsdevon.co.uk

PLEATED

Colour choice

Style Studio’s

Infusion arc fabric

range comes in 35

colours to suit any

environment

When dressing your customers

windows, it is important to

understand the kind of look and feel

they want to add to that room. Colour is one of

the main elements that goes into changing the

mood of a room. The Style Studio Hive & Pleated

collections Infusion asc fabric range is available in

an impressive 35 colours, offering a wide array of

colour options to suit every mood.

If a customer is looking to add an element of

design to their window dressings, but is not

looking for a bold pattern then adding a textured

fabric is an excellent alternative; they add that

something extra to the blind without it being

overwhelming. Within the Style Studio Pleated

collection there are 10 ranges of textured fabrics

for your customers to choose from.

Here at Eclipse we love designs! Collaborating

with our in-house trend experts our pleated

collection brings you the latest trending and

inspirational designs for your customers.

Let’s talk INTU systems. INTU Pleated is a

versatile design system that can be fully integrated

within the home. INTU Micro is the ideal solution

for tilt and turn windows, compact spaces or

glazed doors. Our popular Micro fabrics Ribbons

asc, Infusion asc, come with a smaller pleat size of

16mm and Hive fabrics come with a cell size of 18

mm. These fabrics have been developed

fundamentally for the Micro system.

Senses Pleated brings with it a slimline,

aesthetically pleasing finish. Senses Pleated is

accompanied by 8 rail and 9 endcap colours in

co-ordinating shades to compete the look. Senses

Pleated has two control options available;

tensioned and an integrated cordlock system. The

tensioned system is controlled via a profiled

bottomrail and can be repositioned by simply

lowering or raising the bar. The integrated

cordlock system is secured by moving the cord to

raise and lower the blind to your customers

desired position. All mentioned systems can be

used with any fabric in our Style Studio Pleated

Collection.

Our Senses Elavate and Motorised options for

Hive & Pleated bring effortless style to your

customers fingertips. Combining a stylish blind

system with a sophisticated and smooth

operation, they are a beautiful addition to any

home. This system is also compatible with the

Powershade Smart Controller, Alexa and Google

Home.


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SOLAR

FABRiCS

COLLECTION

Awning fabrics

More contemporary

New range of stripes

A pallet of harmoniously

toned colours

Material effects through

transparency

More natural aspects

Changing plains

the art of weaving by Dickson ®

LUXAFLEX - 0161 442 9500

PLEATED

Variety of pleats

Luxaflex has a

range of pleated

shades to give the

home an indexical

look

At Luxaflex we appreciate the demands of

today’s homes, and just how unique those

demands can be. That’s why we’ve

created a range of pleated shades, perfect for

every shape and type of window.

It’s the variety of window shapes, light control,

privacy needs and your personal style, that

influenced our range of Plissè and Duette Shades.

Ideal for discreet refined backdrops or a bold focal

point.

Our Plissè collection features over ninety

luxurious fabrics, materials and designs from

transparent to blackout, and now with a

sustainable collection that is Cradle to Cradle

Certified. Globally recognised, this certification

means you can make a responsible choice for your

home and family.

Duette Shades are the ideal solution for very

small, large and unusual shaped windows. Their

unique honeycomb pocket structure is a great

way to aid insulation and energy efficiency in the

home, helping to keep you warm in summer and

cool in the winter. Whatever your style, we have a

variety of fabric designs, colours and textures to

help control light beautifully.

As modern décor evolves, we’re finding more

and more homeowners are now choosing tilt and

turn windows. Frustratingly traditional window

dressings can often get in the way of this simpler

more practical option. Luxaflex have developed a

complete range especially for tilt and turn

windows (and doors), this includes Plissé Shades

and Duette Shades.

Both these shades can be easily mounted and

installed directly onto the glass or window frame

without the need for drilling. The TruFit system

can be teamed with Luxaflex LiteRise operation,

this makes raising and lowering Plissè and Duette

Shades easier than ever, and for those hard to

reach places Luxaflex has the answer with

PowerView Motorisation.

For homes that require more privacy at the

lower half of your window, whilst still allowing the

light to flow through the home, our Top Down

Bottom Up blinds could be a suitable choice for

your home.


PARTITIONING

Partition time

Komfort’s new Plar

range can

complement any

home or office

Applying decades of intelligent research and

design, precise manufacturing and rigorous

testing, Komfort are excited to bring to life

and present their most impressive-yet and

completely reimagined Polar range; including five

stunning, frameless glass partitioning systems each

with their own unique merits; from leading acoustic

ratings and enhanced structural performance to

flexibility in configuration and inspired, minimalist

design.

Leading acoustic ratings

We all know that controlling sound in busy

working environments is important for a number of

reasons, with privacy, wellbeing and productivity

levels at the forefront. Driven by performance,

Komfort’s new Polar range delivers market leading

acoustic ratings of up to 54dB(Rw) for their new

double glazed system and up to 41dB(Rw) for their

new single glazed system, without comprising on

minimal and slimline design options. Impressive by all

accounts.

Enhanced structural

performance

Enhanced structural stability to satisfy even the

most demanding spaces.

All of Komfort’s new Polar systems achieve up to

severe duty, with the ability to reach notable heights

of up to 3.6m and achieve enhanced line loading of

up to 1.5kN to BS 6180; all of which have been

independently certified and tested.

These systems are designed to create a safe

space across varied interiors, specifically in

environments with heavy foot-fall and where

enhanced line loading is required.

Flexible, beautiful and

minimalist design

With an intrinsic focus on designing equal

framework aesthetics, this new Polar range offers an

array of stunning, frameless glass partitioning systems

available in single, double and triple glazed options.

Not only does this add to the beauty, it also allows

each Polar system to be fully complementary of one

another and work as one, giving you ultimate

flexibility in choice.

Komfort’s reimagined Polar range encourages

versatility in design and configuration so that designs

can be brought to life how they intended to be. The

new systems can be used across varying interiors

with their customisable glass options and

compatibility with stud partitions and adaptors. Not

to mention the ability to turn ordinary partitioning

into something to admire, with our snap-in profile

which accommodates a third pane of glass, mesh

and even an LED screen; or why not use Komfort’s

Kross Glaze aesthetics for an industrial style?


Committed

to excellence

With over 30 years experience

in creating made-to-measure

window dressings, we pride

ourselves on providing the highest

quality standards and service to

ensure we meet your business

and customer needs.

by arena

Order your complete Aquarius collection by calling 0800 389 7281 sales@arena-blinds.com

CELLULAR BLINDS

Cell-ebrating blinds

Louvolite has a

number of cellular

fabric options for

customers to

choose from

For the majority of the blind industry, the

acceptance of honeycombe, or cellular fabrics

over and above the more widely used

pleated fabric has been a lower process than

perhaps expected. This may have partly been due

to the much wider variety of pleated fabric options

available to the blind maker or with some of the

perceived additional challenges faced when

manufacturing blinds to satisfy full conservatory

installations including roof systems. Either way,

there is no doubting that the industry is now

recognising the features that cellular products bring

to the consumer and the wider choices available

reflect this.

The Louvolite cellular fabric options include a

translucent fabric, Halo, and a blackout, Luna. These

two fabrics come in either 25mm or 38mm cells

and are offered at an enormous 3m width for

those increasingly wide windows and doors.

One of the most obvious benefits of a pleated

fabric is the fact that the inner cords actually pass

through the centre of the “cell” and as they are not

on the surface of the fabric, they are not visible.

This also has a significant secondary benefit from a

child safety perspective as the cords are not

accessible.

The Louvolite Cellular programme also offers

the ability for consumers to combine the elements

of both blackout and light filtering fabrics in what is

sometimes known as a “day night blind”. This

option combines both fabrics with a floating

intermediate rail. Each of the fabric types are fitted

to either fixed rail and the consumer can select the

full window area to be covered by either the

translucent fabric or the opaque fabric. As the

intermediate rail is raised or lowered it collects

one of the fabric types and deploys the other,

simple yet very effective.

A much lauded benefit of the cellular blind is

that they help in reducing heat loss during the

winter months. As the “cell” design captures a

pocket of air this design also helps reduce the

amount of warm air escaping though a window

during the winter months . Whilst this is true of all

fabric types the double layer of fabric along with

the cellular design does have additional benefits

over a traditional pleated shade. In addition the

same pocket of air reduces solar heat gain in the

summer months.

It is sometimes best to save the best until last

and perhaps the best thing about Louvolite cellular

fabrics is how well they pair with the Louvolite

Perfect Fit progamme. The Perfect Fit product is

recognised as the neatest and simplest installation

method available when used with modern doubleglazing

installations. Work conducted to establish

heat loss reduction when using window shades

also established that the Perfect Fit framing system

reduced heat loss still further when compared to

products used without Perfect Fit.

When you combine the two elements of

Louvolite cellular fabric with Perfect Fit you really

do achieve a 1 +1 = 3 situation with each product

seamlessly combining to create a unique and

beautiful window decoration that is both functional

and at the cutting edge of design.


SMART,

RELIABLE,

AFFORDABLE...

Introducing the soft closure Roller Blind Motor

designed for the 32, 40 and 45mm slotted roller

tube.

Bi Directional.

Soft Closure.

Easy Programming.

Three Speed Settings.

Free Onsite Help for

Beginners.

0161 945 4561

sales@ellard.co.uk

AWNINGS

Choose light

Daylight is being

used more and

more in building

design

According to the BAT Group, "Daylighting is

the culture of designing architectures

open to light and attentive to the

materials of the surfaces, maximizing visual

comfort and reducing energy consumption."

It is a "green oriented" philosophy that uses

sunlight as the main source to illuminate both

work and residential environments, measuring its

power and regulating its intensity.

• Daylight as a primary source of illumination

• Appropriate control of natural light

• Quality of the visual environment

• Energy saving

Choosing daylighting is:

• Functional

• Eco-friendly

• Aesthetically beautiful

• Energy saving

Given the increasingly high sensitivity to the use

of natural light and energy saving, BAT presents a

range of products designed to meet this need: the

innovative Screeny system.

Born from the constant commitment to

research and innovation, it is suitable for external


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shielding for windows and curtain walls and

represents a great novelty that expands the

range of products offered by the company.

A versatile system that integrates

perfectly into modern architectures, while

still guaranteeing high performance and

standards.

Screeny is a sum of high industrial

technology and Italian design.

What makes this system unique is the

variety of guides and cassettes available:

• rod guide (GA)

• cable guide (GC)

• profile guide (GP)

• arm guide (GB)

• zip profile guide (GPZ)

Available with 85/110/130/150 painted

aluminium cassette in square, round and

bevelled variants.

The system modularity allows to obtain

more than 200 variants, in order to satisfy

every requirement (also available in

convertible versions - without cassette)

CUT & WELD PERFECT ROLLER BLINDS

Matic M1

- Automatically cuts on four sides

- Fast and Accurate

- Athenea Software links to

your Order System

- Utilises part rolls or pieces

- Automatic Nesting

- Minimal Waste

- Users report over 25%

material savings and increased

production

Matic M1-PC Cutting Tables

&

Matic Impulse Welders

All Matic machines are Industry 4 compatible

www.atech.co.uk

Matic Welders

- Automatic fold and weld

- Perfect for vertical blinds

- 3 - 8m welding widths

- Weld Zips, Pockets, Splines

and much more

- Seamless welding, no shine

- Weld fabrics with welding

tape

- Semi or Fully Automated

- Simple to use

AWNINGS

Large scale shading

markilux can

provide shading for

large commercial

areas, as Blinds &

Shutters found out

Awning specialist markilux has a special

product portfolio to provide shade for

large outdoor spaces. One current

example of just such a place is the top-floor

restaurant and bistro “The Bernstein” in Bielefeld,

Germany. Standing 25 metres above the ground, it

offers its guests a 360-degree panorama view

over the city.

Alongside classic folding-arm awnings, the

markilux portfolio also includes systems which can

provide shade even to large areas. Jan Kattenbeck

and his colleagues from the “team : project” are

responsible for planning such awning systems. They

accompany the projects from the initial idea

through the advisory stage right through to 3D

visualisation and the cooperation with specialist

local dealers who assemble the systems.

Restaurateurs and hoteliers are glad to avail

themselves of this service when it comes to

making their outdoor seating spaces more

attractive for guests.

Large awning system for

restaurant in Bielefeld

An example of just such a space is the topfloor

restaurant and bistro “The Bernstein” in

Bielefeld, Germany. “We took this major project

through from the actual concept to assembly by

one of our specialist dealers. This case study

shows just how convenient shading for outdoor

restaurants can be,” says Jan Kattenbeck. The

awning ensemble consists of several systems of

the ‘markant‘ awning roof from markilux. It is

equipped all round with LED-Lines and infrared

heaters. “The customer also decided to have

vertical blinds with panoramic windows

incorporated in the systems. The blinds create a

cosy atmosphere in the evening and even in

cooler weather thanks to the infrared heaters,”

says Mr Kattenbeck. The property was a logistical


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challenge which is why, already in the design

phase, markilux got as many of the local

companies involved in the project as

possible together to ensure fast completion.

“The restaurant is not only right in the

centre of Bielefeld, it is also on the eighth

floor of a building. To transport the

packages to the roof terrace, we needed a

crane. So everything had to go off

smoothly,” explains Mr Kattenbeck.

All-round service ensures

satisfied customers

The restaurant’s roof terrace now not

only offers a panoramic view but, thanks to

the new roof, a unique flair which

correspondingly attracts guests. “We have

now got a number of projects up and

running in the restaurant business - with all

kinds of different concepts and awnings.”

And that is exactly how the company

demonstrates its expertise: it has an

individually combinable product range, many

years of expertise and well-coordinated

workflows. Furthermore the use of 3D

visualisations is also helpful as they make it

easier for customers to decide on one

particular concept. Jan Kattenbeck stresses:

“As a team, we always feel we have been

successful when the customer is satisfied.

And of course when the guests feel happy

under our awnings. Because that is when

the investment in our products pays off long

term!”

Choose Broadview as your

Trade Awning Partner

• Shading solutions for residential

and commercial projects

• Knowledgeable and highly

experienced team

• Point of Sale materials available

• Full dealer support

Call us for an informal discussion

01202 679012

sales@broadview.co.uk

pergolasandshading.co.uk/trade

AWNINGS

Perfect pergola

The “pergola”

awning model by

markilux offers lots

of creative leeway

Variable awning systems are required to

provide individual shade for unusual floor

plans and areas of all sizes. One such

system is the “pergola” model by markilux. It can

be attached to the wall of any building and also

installed as a free-standing model. Furthermore, it

is also compatible with other models from the

manufacturer. This is the ideal way to protect

patios and open spaces outdoors from the sun

whenever it is required.

The markilux “pergola” is an awning which, at

the front, rests on two slender posts either fixed

in the ground or weighted down by aluminium

boxes filled with ballast. The other end is either

attached, by means of the cassette, to the wall of a

building or to another of the manufacturer's

models: the free-standing “markilux syncra”. This

alone makes the solar protection, which is also

available as a compact version for smaller areas,

very flexible. Particularly as the post system with

its special design can be attached to façades and

ceiling constructions which are otherwise not

suitable for installation of a folding-arm awning. It

is also extremely flexible in shape and is therefore

suitable both for private and commercial use.

Can be combined with other

models

“The ‘pergola’ can be combined with our frame

system ‘construct’, for example, and can thus

provide shade for very large areas. For more

privacy and protection from wind and rain, it can

also be equipped with vertical roller blinds and

side screens, into which a panoramic window can

also be integrated,” says Michael Gerling, director

of R&D and production at markilux. This function

is also something provided by a new side feature

which goes under the name of “format”. It can

also be combined with the “shadeplus” function, a

privacy screen and anti-glare protection which can


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enormous selection when it comes to

covers: from standard fabrics in sunvas and

sunsilk quality to fabrics which are

waterproof and highly flame retardant or

offer increased transparency.

be lowered in one system by solar-powered

motor from the front profile of the solar

protection unit. LED lighting and infrared

Ultra variable in shape

and size

According to Michael Gerling, the awning

not only provides protection against the sun,

but creates additional space outdoors in

which you can spend time at any point

during the day, whatever the weather. “Size,

colour and cover selection can be adapted

to suit the architecture and surroundings,”

Furthermore, despite its delicate-looking

design, the “pergola” system is extremely

stable and can withstand wind speeds of up

to force six on the Beaufort scale, according

to Michael Gerling,even when single units

and multiple coupled systems have surface

areas of between 30 and 90 square

metres."And that is why, according to

Michael Gerling, its dimensions, the diversity

and the protection against light rain are key

heaters ensure a cosy atmosphere in the

evening or when it turns cooler, says Mr factors in why lots of end consumers

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Gerling. The manufacturer also offers an choose this awning model.

Louvolite VogueTrack

for Trade Customers

VANE SERVICE AVAILABLE

now available with Allusion

Conservatory and

Window Blinds

Specialists

Motorisation options

available

fax: 01492 539581

Available in white, brown,

champagne, black &

silver

• Does not twist

• Trouble free

fitting

■ Panel blinds ■ Pinoleum blinds

■ Pleated blinds ■ Roller blinds

■ Roof blinds ■ Roof roller blinds

■ Vertical blinds ■ Conservatory blinds

■ Motorised blinds

01603 404040

enquiries@eablinds.co.uk

www.eablinds.co.uk


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AWNINGS

Light and shade

The markilux MX-1

compact foldingarm

awning is now

also available with

LED Spots in the

cassette

The design of the markilux MX-1 compact

has received numerous accolades in recent

years. The awning also has a number of

accessories which can be used to personalise this

solar protection system in many ways. These

design options have now been complemented by

a new lighting system in the cassette.

The MX-1 compact has already been on the

market for several years and is in great demand.

This solar protection system is a real eye-catcher

with its futuristic-looking, deep body and

illuminated front profile. The model has already

received a number of design awards for its

outstanding appearance. The manufacturer also

offers the awning with a range of options

designed to give the product an individual touch.

Now this range of options includes a new LED

lighting system integrated into the cassette.

"We have been offering the MX-1 compact

with an LED Line and with LED Spots in the front

profile for some time now. And also with ambient

lighting behind the front panel. Both serve to give

a lighting effect that emphasises both the design of

the awning and the modern architecture it

adorns,” says Michael Gerling, director of R&D and

production at markilux. This new lighting option

continues this design approach, with additional

LED Spots under the cassette highlighting the

body of the awning with discreet light. At the

same time, the façade as well as the seating area

under the awning can be illuminated indirectly.

“Modern lighting design lends a space a particular

flair: through contrast, light temperature and the

occasional spotlight that draws attention to

specific details and creates an attractive play of

light,” explains Mr Gerling.

The lighting options can be

combined individually

Depending on the awning width, between two

and six additional LED spotlights with a diameter

of 40 millimetres can be accommodated in the

body. The power input for the spotlights and all

other electrical devices is designed to be an

alternating mains voltage current of 230 Volt at 50

Hertz with the supply unit located in the cassette.

Radio-controlled operation is incorporated by

means of a cable with a plug connector. The new

lighting option can be controlled by radio signal

using an 868 Megahertz io receiver or a 433

Megahertz RTS receiver in the awning as well as

via smart technology. Both ON/OFF switch

operation and a dimming function are also

available. The new lighting system in the cassette

can be combined with all the previous lighting

options, opening up even more possibilities to

personalise the MX-1 compact.


TM

• Bespoke manufacturer of shaped vertical

and shaped venetian window blinds

• Manufacturing handmade

blinds since 1986

• Only using the highest quality components

Blindshapers Ltd

Festival Works, Spragg Street,

Congleton, Cheshire CW12 1QR.

T: 01260 297976

F: 01260 297515

sales@blindshapers.com

www.blindshapers.com

Blindshapers Ltd are trade suppliers

only and direct all non trade enquiries

to our nearest trade partners.

• International sales

• From individual blinds to large projects

NEW PRODUCTS

Compact solution

There is now a Hive

Micro fabric for

compact spaces

and bi-fold doors

The Style Studio Hive Collection was

developed using on trend colours, textures

and designs, creating a window masterpiece.

Our striking cellular fabrics are the star of the

show when it comes to honeycomb blinds. Hive

Blinds are a popular choice because of their energysaving

elegance. Hive fabrics have an improved

cellular structure that is designed to give increased

insulation while maintaining a modern, sleek look.

The unique cellular design traps air in an insulating

layer, blocking heat from the sun and helping keep

rooms at a lovely, ambient temperature. The

increased insulation also helps to reduce your

customers energy bills.

The introduction of the Hive Micro fabric, with a

smaller cell, is perfect for compact spaces and in

particular, bi-fold doors.

Hive is a superior fabric choice for blinds due to

its anti-static, heat blocking, sound absorbent and

firm structure that holds its shape. Hive is available

in plain, blackout, fire retardant and luxury designs.

If your customers are looking to create a natural

atmosphere, Hive Plain is available in a selection of

neutral tones that subtly soften light coming into a

room. Hive Blackout is ideal for those who wish

additional light control within a room in a wide

range of neutral and bright tones as well as on

trend designs. Safety is an important aspect for

everyone, and Hive Blackout FR offers all the

properties of a standard blackout but with flame

retardant features, to promote a safe environment

for your customer’s home.

Hive Lusso is a premium woven Hive fabric

which was developed with a high-quality finish, full

tone on both sides and available in 5 colours. Hive

Deluxe holds the same properties as a standard

Hive but in a softer fabric feel that is available in 6

colours.

The Hive collection also includes three luxury

designs; Silkweave and Matrix that are available in

standard and blackout fabrics as well as Geo that is

a blackout only fabric.


by

NEW PRODUCTS

Safe with style

Style Group has

launched a new

line of high tech

fabrics that kills

the coronavirus

Style Group has launched two highly

innovative products in the fight against

COVID-19, expected to be available to

retailers in the UK this year.

The UK-based company, which has production

plants in Spain, the Netherlands and Romania,

manufactures fabrics for the home, business and

hotel industry, has launched a new line of fabric

technologies that are made up of Antivaltex - a new

fabric that kills corona type viruses at the very

contact, and Aircleantex - a fabric that transforms

ultraviolet light and purifies the air.

Antiviraltex and Aircleantex have been proven to

eliminate coronaviruses and the flu virus, meeting

the requirements of the ISO and following the

testing and approval of Microbiological Solutions

LTC UK.

Brooks Hayward, director of global business

development at Style Group: "It important that as

leading manufacturers of window covers, we are

providing a solution that enables our customers to

sell innovative, life enhancing products. The

introduction of Antiviraltex and Aircleantex into all

types of fabric materials for hotels, offices, and

homes, will give customers peace of mind when

selling our products, that puts the consumer and

their health, front of mind”.

“We expect to see interest in our innovative

fabrics and we are proud to announce that our

clients in the UK will soon be able to sell these

technologically advanced and potentially life changing

fabrics”.

Style Group's CEO, Juan Albertini: “It’s been a long

time in the making and these innovative fabrics are

set to revolutionise our market. Anti-viral protection

is a priority for hotels, homes and businesses.”


The perfect way for bonding your vertical

blinds, quick, very easy to use, with a superb

neat finish and no unsightly holes!

Available with a 3 sided weld attachment.

Great alternative to a sewing machine.

Tel: 0116 2611055 / 0116 2611066 Email: sales@micropneumatics.co.uk

Micro Pneumatics Ltd

1 Palmer Street

Leicester LE4 5PT

MICRO PNEUMATICS

INNOVATION – AUTOMATION – SERVICE

NEW PRODUCTS

Structured blackouts

Junkers & Mullers

has a range of

natural fabrics to

choose from

The Junkers & Müllers product range has

already reflected the continuing trend

towards natural structures in various ways.

Now this area is once again seeing a significant

expansion. A diverse selection of yarns creates an

appealing spectrum of fabric structures that set new

accents, especially in our collection of blackout blinds.

An entire product line of individual fabric novelties

ranges from fine melanges with a silky sheen, as in

PRATO, to the rustic bast fiber character of

BAMBOO. With its grainy pepper and salt look,

ANCONA creates a comfortable atmosphere. And

the coarse linen texture of ATRIO is just right for

contemporary country style interiors. With its mixed

colour nuances, Merino, the latest addition to the

collection, constitutes a solid classic for youthful and

cozy living environments.

These fabrics look as natural as jute and linen,

while offering the stable hanging properties of

polyester fabrics. The color palettes range from cool

white and silver colours to soft beige to warm sand

and earth tones.


The best under the sun

markilux pergola

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| e.g. markilux pergola compact

Designer awnings. Made in Germany.

Innovative technology and highest quality, outstanding when it

comes to relaxing outdoors. Create the most alluring shade in the world.

For additional information please go NOW to markilux.co.uk

NEW PRODUCTS

Sliding home

KE introduces the

new LINE GLASS

sliding closing

system, design and

performance for

maximum comfort

Designing buildings with increasingly open

and transparent spaces is one of the

current architectural trends: the

contribution of natural light, in fact, is one of the

fundamental factors for the well-being of individuals.

KE's innovation is able to guarantee these pluses

with LINE GLASS, the new closing system consisting

of sliding windows on tracks. Easy to install and

without perimeter profiles, it ensures maximum

design versatility and completely exclusive functions.

All this, with the reliability, safety and design of a

product entirely Made in Italy.

The ideal solution for living your own pergola,

sheltered from wind, rain and noise, the system is

characterized by its linear design: for example, the

square handle in satin finish is specially designed to

enhance its minimal aesthetics, demonstrating the care

of details that have always characterized KE design.

Consisting of a powder coated aluminium

structure and 10 mm tempered glass panels

supported by backdrops containing the sliding

system, LINE GLASS allows you to create real large

glass screens (up to 7 m wide by 3 m high). Thanks

to the reduced dimensions and the "all glass" effect,

it increases the brightness of the rooms, allowing

you to live in close contact with the surrounding

landscape, in a continuous dialogue between indoor

and outdoor living spaces.

The multiple configurations that can be created,

with 3, 4 or 5-way tracks, allow the choice between

lateral or central closure. The closing components of

the backdrops themselves are innovative: they

simplify installation, allow a perfectly linear packaging

of the panels, with a fluid sliding, and simplify

cleaning procedures.

Thanks to the lower rail only 18 mm high and the

possibility of integrating a ramp that facilitates the

passage of prams and strollers, LINE GLASS

guarantees easy access for the elderly and children,

for unique and comfortable environments.


-55% Pollution

-60%

Molds

+70%

Self cleaning

* The percentages are indicative and may vary

depending on the environment conditions.

The first fabric to purify the air

Outdoor pollution a major environmental health problem

Join innovative businesses in the UK and show your commitment to environmental care and the future generations health.

This air purifying fabric aptly named ‘GREEN’ has been specifically designed for awnings and shade applications.

The science behind this new technology is a chemical process called Photocalysis, attacking Nitrogen Oxide (NOx)

one of the most harmful gases by turning them into harmless nitrates.

Sauleda and Pureti, the innovators of this technology have collaborated to combine their expertise in the technology,

science and manufacture of fabrics to produce a sustainable solution for a cleaner world.

www.kayospruce.com | info@kayospruce.co.uk | +44 (0) 1489 581 696

NEW PRODUCTS

Play mist for me

KE Outdoor Design

focuses on hygiene

and safety and

introduces KE

COOL & SAFE - the

integrated misting

system

The request for an ever-greater guarantee of

hygiene and sanitization of surfaces and

environments is a topic to which we are

particularly sensitive today. Never as in this period,

clean and protected spaces are essential to be sure

of enjoying outdoor spaces in total safety, for the

protection of one's family or customers and

patrons.

KE is ready to respond to these needs with an

innovative solution: KE COOL & SAFE, an

integrated misting system created for two of the

main pergolas models of the GENNIUS range.

Available as an optional for the bioclimatic Kedry

Prime and Isola 3 with low roof, KE COOL & SAFE

combines multiple new functions:

• COOLING: allows to pressurize the water by

means of a high-pressure pumping system, creating -

through special nozzles - an ultra-fine mist that

allows a drop in temperature in the affected area;

• SANITIZATION: by pressurizing a mixture of

water and hydrogen peroxide by means of the

same high-pressure pumping system, it is possible to

sanitize rooms and surfaces, as well as the pergola

itself, if it is equipped with side closings;

• ESSENCE VAPORIZER / ANTI-MOSQUITO

PROTECTION: the system is adaptable to

pressurize a mixture of water combined with

essential oils to create a pleasant relaxing

atmosphere. In summer it will be possible to create

mixtures with specific oils such as lemongrass that

will help keep mosquitoes away.

Ideal in convivial environments, both residential

and commercial, contract and hospitality, the KE

COOL & SAFE system allows, by simply installing

the pergolas equipped with this accessory, to have

the security of an instant sanitization, as well as

always guaranteeing outdoor spaces protected. A

new sense of comfort for those who do not want

to give up living outdoors as a bespoke wellness

space.


BLIND CONCEALMENT SYSTEM

Blindspace products offer you solutions to

future-proof buildings and to conceal blinds

in any type of window or skylight.

®

To find out more about how Blindspace can help transform your blind projects

Contact: Farnborough ough Blind Company - 01732 456304 - sales@farnboroughblinds.com

Farnborough Blind Company

TM

TM

Now manufacturing the Somfy Irismo and Glydea range of curtain tracks

Now available with

Reese concealed profile

More information at:

www.reesetracks.com

Irismo TM Range

Discreet WireFree and Plug-and-Play Motorisation for Curtains

Please contact us for all your motorised blind enquiries 01732 456304 - sales@farnboroughblinds.com

NEW PRODUCTS

Range for every room

S:Craft has a range

of shutters for

every room

It’s sometimes easy to forget that within one

house, there can be many different needs and

wants for window coverings. Houses, rooms,

customers, and budgets all differ and, as industry

experts, it’s our job to make sure everyone walks

away completely happy with the outcome of a

consultation and fit.

At S:CRAFT, we would of course be happy if

every home were fitted with top quality plantation

shutters throughout, a high-ticket item which always

looks stylish and is great for light control, privacy,

and insulation. By focussing exclusively on shutters

however, you may miss out on extra opportunities

through the house. Perhaps they want a softer

fabric blind for the living room, or a patterned finish

to complement their furnishings. Kids or pets can

mean high likelihood of damage and wear and tear

meaning that customers are reluctant to invest in

shutters in some rooms.

These are the reasons we at S:CRAFT are

expanding our blinds range. Following the success of

our venetian and honeycomb blinds, we have

selected fantastic quality products you can use to

ensure that you are prepared for every eventuality.

This will enable you to get maximum value from

each customer consultation and deliver to the

customer the convenience and peace of mind that

comes from having one company fitting their whole

house throughout, with consistent quality in product

and fit. It will also improve the chances that your

business card is the one they have to hand for

recommendations or repeat business.

As you’d expect from S:CRAFT, high quality point

of sale materials and our award-winning training will

be available, so you can consult and fit with

confidence. Keep an eye out for our launch emails

and webinars in the near future and don’t miss the

opportunity to maximise your sales.


NEW PRODUCTS

Keeping things covered

INTU has a range

of blinds for every

situation

With their innovative and flexible

technology, INTU blinds are suitable

for PVC, tilt and turn windows, as well

as glazed and bi-fold doors. The unique properties

of the blind type allow windows and doors to open

and close freely while the blinds are in place.

Complementary in both design and function- INTU

blinds are an intelligent choice for today’s homes.

INTU is available in hive, pleated, venetian and roller

blinds including blackout, privacy and micro options.

There are a wide range of colours, textures, designs

and finishes to choose from.

To complete the look, match any INTU blind to

your window frame with a selection of white,

silver, brown or anthracite finishes. Not only that

but all INTU products are child safe by design to

give complete peace of mind.

Let’s talk INTU Micro. It can be hard to fit a

blind for bi-fold doors or compact spaces. The

Slimline INTU Micro system has been designed to

combat this problem. You can choose from a

range of hive and pleated fabrics which can be

used in both bi-fold doors or windows that

require a more compact blind option. INTU Micro

allows you to close and open doors with the blind

in place, and with a smaller pleat/cell size it adds a

subtle finish to a room. It is suitable for universal

bead types with a squared or bead and also has a

guided option available – the guided endcaps

restrain the bottom bar and prevent unwanted

movement of the blind specially designed for bifold

door use. There are also three coloured rails

white, anthracite and brown that will suit bi-fold

door finishes.


NEW PRODUCTS

contact screen

for safe and personal contact

Marketing materials are available for you to use in your

showrooms, including an informative brochure bursting with

aspirational imagery and comes with a handy dispenser for

showcasing in your showroom. Looking for more? INTU Point of

Sale books are an educational selling tool to show your customers

how easy INTU can be, with four options available across Venetian,

Hive & Pleated, Micro and a specific bi-folding doors.

The INTU website is overflowing with inspirational photography,

insightful information as well as handy ‘how to’ videos. Additionally,

an INTU only version of DesignSpace features windows and

products suited specifically to the INTU system. This interactive

visualisation tool offers room styles across Bedroom, Kitchen, Living,

Dining and Conservatory, so not only can you pick your favourite

INTU fabric combination, but you can visualise it in the room of

your choice. Check it out at www.intublinds.co.uk

In these times, personal contact with colleagues,

customers and partners is important. To make this contact

as personal and safe as possible, Lienesch introduces its

CONTACT screen. Made of 100% polyester, completely

splash proof and super transparent.

CONTACT screen is a flexible material and can be used in

roller blinds and panels. The material is easy and hygienic

to clean. This makes CONTACT screen ideal for applications

in offices, shops, healthcare and other environments where

intensive contact is required.

In the UK Lienesch is represented by Arding Marketing.

Call +44 (0) 1138 680233 or mail info@lienesch.co.uk

lienesch.com


Scan this QR code for

our technical details.

NEW PRODUCTS

Coming to our senses

Senses is a

contemporary blind

system that can

complement and

look

Combining the most desirable aesthetic

features with sleek and innovative design,

Senses is a contemporary, stylish window

blind system that has been designed by our product

design and development experts. The perfect

complement to any traditional or modern interior

look, making it the superior system choice for any

window covering.

Senses is available to your customers in roller,

vertical, mirage, hive, pleated or venetian blinds. Our

Senses system gives you that flawless finish, perfect

for every interior environment. Complete the look

with a selection of contemporary rail and endcap

colours.

Customers can live the life of luxury with our

Slow-Rise and Powershade options. Slow-Rise is a

sophisticated one touch operation for your roller

blind, allowing your customers to select the ‘rise’

speed and ‘stop’ position of the blind, giving them

simple control at their fingertips.

Elavate blinds bring a smooth, simple operation

to hive, pleated and venetian blinds. With Elavate

there is no need for cords or wands as you raise or

lower the bottom bar to your desired position by

hand.

Go that one step further with our motorisation

system. Powershade is the ultimate offering of

luxury products and convenience for customers.

Available with our mirage, roller, hive, pleated and

venetian collections. Powershade comes with a

quiet and smooth operation, the motor and

rechargeable battery are both discreetly contained

within the blind to maintain the stylish appearance.

Combine with the Powershade Smart Controller to

control the blind with your smartphone device.

Available for iOS and Android, the product is also

compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Home,

for easy integration within the home.

All three systems also have the benefit of being

child safe by design with no hanging cords or chains,

give your customer complete peace of mind.

Consumers are looking for personalisation in the

products they buy. This is exactly what they get with

the Bespoke Touch rail finish. This is where we etch

our bespoke on trend designs on to standard

senses headrail and/or bottom bar, giving your

customers that Bespoke Touch they have been

looking for! The Bespoke range is available in 4

designs; Burst, Charlotte, Geo and Vava. There is a

colour to fit every look with all designs available in;

white, cream, bronze, gunmetal grey or black. If your

customers can’t decide between just one design,

they can mix and match the designs for their dream

finish.


Helpline To advertise here phone Julie Saridakis 01923 437 620

AWNING FABRICS

CONCEALED BLINDS & TRACKS

INTEGRAL BLINDS

PLEATED BLINDS

Your No1

choice for

integral

blinds

www.morleyglass.co.uk

Leeds 27 Ind. Estate,

Leeds LS27 0HH.

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MOTORS & CONTROL SYSTEMS

CONSERVATORY ROOF BLINDS

PLEATED BLINDS MOTORISED

Contact Luxaflex

Distributor for Dickson awning fabrics

0161 442 9500

Y

CM

MY

Conservatory and

Window Blinds Specialists

Motorisation options available

CY

CMY

01603 404040

enquiries@eablinds.co.uk

www.eablinds.co.uk

AWNING & CANOPIES

K

CURTAIN TRACKS MOTORISED

Stainless steel powered

awnings and shade systems

supplied to the best of the

marine industry...

ONLINE BLINDS

...now available onshore

01686 629010

sales@makefast.com

www.makefast.com

BLACKOUT BLINDS

FLY/INSECT SCREENS

ROLLER BLIND FABRICS,

COMPONENTS & SYSTEMS

PERFECT FIT BLINDS

Perfect Fit Blinds

Everything you need to

manufacture Perfect Fit

blinds using Louvolite

fabrics & components

Roller Blinds


manufacture Roller



Customer Services

0161 882 5050

orders@louvolite.com

Customer Services

0161 882 5050


Award winning blinds

0800 107 5535

blocblinds.com

PLEATED BLIND SYSTEM

& FABRICS

To advertise in this space

please call JULIE SARIDAKIS

on 01923 437 620

or e-mail me at:

j.saridakis@turretgroup.com

BLINDS FABRICS

Pleated Blinds

SHAPED BLINDS & TRACKS

INSECT SCREENS, SYSTEMS &

COMPONENTS


manufacture Pleated



Roller / Verticals / Pleated blinds / Honeycomb

Customer Services

0161 882 5050


For more information contact:

info@lienesch.co.uk

lienesch.com

VERTICAL BLIND FABRICS

Vertical Blinds


manufacture Vertical



MARKETING

Customer Services

0161 882 5050


WOOD BLINDS CUSTOM PAINTED

The shoemaker’s

son always goes

barefoot.

Classified’s

FOR SALE

Verrcal Components

from Stock

Available for immediate shipment from our Taiwan warehouse

73 & 79 Linked Trucks J Hook lee and right assembled in 20s

89mm Chainless Booom Weights

Other verrcal and blind system parts to order

Power Tech Precision Technik Limited

Tainan, Taiwan sales@powertech.com.tw

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This buyers' guide lists all types of

equipment, components and finished

products within the blinds, awning,

grilles and shutters market.

It’s the same in many industries, we never get the

time to look after ourselves.

We’ve been far too busy creating beautiful websites

and building successful email campaigns for clients

that our site relaunch has been pushed back again.

This is not a complaint though, it’s what we at Reva

call a nice problem, plus it shows that with us the

customer indeed does come first.

If you would like to push our website further down

our to do list contact us for a chat.

R E

V A

Web Design

& Development

T. 01932 567505

chat@reva.co.uk

Take advantage of a unique

opportunity to place your company’s

corporate message in front of a large

audience of decision-makers.

To advertise please contact

Julie Saridakis

T: +44 (0) 1923 437620

E: j.saridakis@turretgroup.com

In the January 2021 edition,

features include:

n Energy efficiency

n Panel blinds

n Motorisation

n Roller, roman & soft blinds

n Production Techniques/weaving

n Blinds components & accessories

n Marketing & Branding

To submit your editorial article,

please contact:

John Hatcher, Editor

T: +44 (0)1923 437 618

E: j.hatcher@turretgroup.com

For all advertising enquiries,

please contact:

Julie Saridakis, Sales Manager

T: +44 (0)1923 437 620

E: j.saridakis@turretgroup.com

As the UK’s leading independent blind

manufacturer we tailor our products to

fit your business and will support you

with first class customer services

You can see all our product ranges and first class customer support systems at

tropicalblinds.com

tropicalblinds.com

STRIKING

DESIGNS

COLOURFUL

PLAINS

ENHANCED

LIGHT

CONTROL

Bring elegance, charm and luxury to

your customers homes.

The unique nature of Mirage fabrics brings enhanced light

control, with the flexibility to have your blind fully open,

fully closed or anywhere in between, giving additional

options not available with your traditional roller blind.

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NOW

For more information contact your Area Sales

Manager or call our Customer Service Department

on 0141 814 3500

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