January 2024
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Updates<br />
Prefix Systems believes that <strong>2024</strong> will be the year in which diligent installation companies will<br />
move over to solid roof solutions that are 100% ‘warm’ by design.<br />
A ‘warm roof’ by definition is one where the insulation sits above the rafters and not just in between.<br />
Chris Cooke, director of Prefix Systems, said: “Ask your current solid roof supplier if their insulation sits<br />
above the rafters, if it’s a no, then it is not a warm-roof – it’s a cold roof. Furthermore, you’re at risk by<br />
installing such products in terms of remedials and importantly the risk of losing out on future referral<br />
sales. Warm roof design ensures roofs perform not just in terms of years, but for decades.<br />
“Our award-winning WARMroof solution is part of a permanent solution to the home, much in the same<br />
way that a Building Inspector would prefer to see a warm roof constructed extension, and it’s a must that<br />
we should as an industry think in the same way.” www.prefixsystems.co.uk<br />
For further glazed extensions updates visit www.total-installer.co.uk<br />
PREFIX HAILS <strong>2024</strong> 'THE YEAR FOR WARM ROOF DESIGN'<br />
GENERATE LEADS WITH PST<br />
Production Software Technology (PST), a leading provider of software solutions for the glazing<br />
industry, has launched a new lead generation tool to help conservatory installers gain valuable<br />
insights into customer engagement and trending products.<br />
The new tool works in conjunction with vsHome AR, PST’s software solution that allows installers to<br />
share product designs with customers to view in augmented reality as either a life size representation on<br />
the side of their home, or as a tabletop view through their smartphone or tablet.<br />
MD Neil Travers said: “By combining our vsHome AR app with the lead capture feature, installers can<br />
not only generate new leads, but also provide a personalised experience for potential customers. We believe that this tool will truly revolutionise how<br />
installers connect with their target audience and ultimately drive business growth.” www.pstonline.co.uk<br />
SALES OF LEKA XI UP 20% IN 2023<br />
Leka Systems has announced that sales of its innovative modular conservatory system, the<br />
Leka Xi, were up 20% in 2023.<br />
Rhys Hoddinott, MD of Leka Systems, said: “As this sales increase shows, the Leka Xi brings huge<br />
added value to homeowners – and to fabricators’ and installers’ portfolios.”<br />
The Leka Xi is a quick to install, thermally efficient alternative to a traditional block or brick-built<br />
conservatory base or wall. It consists of highly engineered, pre-fabricated modular sections that are typically<br />
installed on concrete pads or ground screws in a matter of days, offering significant time savings and<br />
minimising disruption. The modular sections also make the product ideal for homeowners with limited or no<br />
rear property access because it can be carried through in individual pieces. www.lekasystems.co.uk<br />
NEW BLIND 'ATTRACTIVE OPTION' FOR ROOF GLAZING<br />
Key additions to the Morley Glass range in 2023<br />
included an integral blind for flat glass rooflights<br />
With a host of new products launched, multiple award wins and a busy FIT Show behind it, Morley<br />
Glass says it has not only strengthened its position as the UK’s market leader in integral blind<br />
systems, but developed strong foundations for a successful <strong>2024</strong>.<br />
Over the past 12 months, the company has brought a variety of new integral blind products to the UK<br />
market, unlocking ‘valuable new market potential for installers’. Most notable of these was a new integral<br />
blind for flat glass rooflights, a high-quality pleated blackout blind with motorised operation encapsulated<br />
within a high performance double glazed unit. Morley reports that this is already providing installers with<br />
an ‘attractive option’ for homeowners who are looking to complete their new roof glazing installation,<br />
particularly where properties are overlooked. www.morleyglass.co.uk<br />
48 T I JANUARY <strong>2024</strong> PRACTICAL CONTENT FOR THE GLAZING INSTALLER & HOME IMPROVEMENT SPECIALIST