How Hard Is It To Get Into Aluminium?

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We have an extensive extensions feature in this issue with a focus on glass and rooflights. Editor Brian Shillibeer writes that more and more installers want to be in this sector. And more and more want to take on as much of an extension project as they can by adding skills to their teams or becoming the lead contractor and employing subbies. It should, though, come as a warning that a construction company and its director have been fined after being found guilty of safety breaches on an extension project that resulted in a five-year-old child being injured by a falling cast iron pipe.

Towards the end of last year, the Insight Data State of the Industry Report showed many fabricators adding aluminium options to their existing PVC-U offering – but how difficult is it to branch out? We investigate.

There are still lots of fabricators that are apprehensive about manufacturing aluminium products alongside PVC-U windows and doors due to perceived costs and anticipated changes required in their production processes.

Machinery supplier KallKwik says investing in aluminium will maximise profits and grow business – and it is not that difficult to dip a toe in the market..

Andy Worroll, the business development manager at KallKwik, says: “The misconception that aluminium manufacturing is costly and difficult is just not true. With a decent mitre saw, crimpers and the right knowledge, fabricators can seamlessly integrate aluminium into their operations.

“We offer an amazing range of machines, including top-quality, budget-friendly equipment from Schtec. KallKwik also provides guidance to optimise factory layouts, consult on machine acquisitions and offer essential after-sales support.”

Picture: Want to get into aluminium? KallKwik is here to help.

www.kallkwik.uk.com

Article written by Cathryn Ellis
22nd March 2024

Tuesday, 14 October

How Hard Is It To Get Into Aluminium?

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