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			<title><![CDATA['SEL-ing' Energy Rated Windows]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1155/sel-ing-energy-rated-windows</link>
			<description><![CDATA[
	Here, Chris Coxon, Marketing Manager at Eurocell, looks at why, as the name suggests, the Simplified Energy Label (SEL) provides a more straightforward route for fabricators looking for cost effective energy rated windows.
	
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			<pubDate>Thu, 7 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Window Recycling]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1154/window-recycling</link>
			<description><![CDATA[
	&quot;Ever more stringent building performance requirements and a need to demonstrate sustainable use of materials means that there are compelling reasons why more housing providers are partnering with window suppliers that have post-consumer PVC-U recycling capabilities.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 3 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[One Out, One In]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1153/one-out-one-in</link>
			<description><![CDATA[
	Here, Chris Coxon, Marketing Manager at Eurocell looks at why going green when it comes to windows can be good for business and the environment.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 29 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell Building Plastics Announces New Decking Range]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1152/eurocell-building-plastics-announces-new-decking-range</link>
			<description><![CDATA[
	Eurocell Building Plastics now offers a range of high quality, easy to install composite decking systems. &#8232;

	Composite decking is a growing market as a more durable, less hassle alternative to timber. The opportunity is enhanced by homeowners choosing to upgrade their houses rather than move, especially with Summer approaching!&nbsp;&nbsp;

	The product is also complementary to the existing Eurocell portfolio, further enhancing its one-stop-shop service to installers. Eurocell Building Plastics, part of the Tessenderlo group, sees decking as a logical next step for many installers already offering conservatories and its Aspect bi-fold door systems to homeowners and commercial customers.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 21 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Cavalok Helps Bramall Construction Achieve Passivhaus]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1151/cavalok-helps-bramall-construction-achieve-passivhaus</link>
			<description><![CDATA[
	Cavalok cavity closers have helped Bramall Construction build 14 dwellings in Ditchingham, South Norfolk, to internationally-recognised Passivhaus standards.
	
	Sidey, the window fabricator, recommended Cavalok because they knew it had an off-the-shelf solution for Passivhaus and Code for Sustainable Homes up to Level 6 from the work both companies had carried out on a similar project in County Durham.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 1 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell Makes It A Hat-Trick With Building Awards 2012]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1150/eurocell-makes-it-a-hat-trick-with-building-awards-2012</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Advances in post-consumer recycling and innovative new product development are just two of the reasons for Eurocell being shortlisted for the third consecutive year in the prestigious Building Awards 2012.

Eurocell, part of the Tessenderlo Group, is one of only six companies nationally to be selected as finalists in the Manufacturer of the Year category, and the only PVC-U systems company.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 24 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell Opens In Christchurch]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1149/eurocell-opens-in-christchurch</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Eurocell has opened its latest new branch in Christchurch on the South Coast.
Located midway between existing Eurocell branches in Bournemouth and Southampton, it provides customers in the area with much more convenient access to Eurocell products.
The branch itself offers the full complement of over 4,000 quality building plastics products, along with everyday essentials such as hand and power tools, sealants and adhesives.
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			<pubDate>Thu, 23 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Latest Eurocell Branch Opens in Worthing]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1148/latest-eurocell-branch-opens-in-worthing</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Eurocell has continued to expand its presence along the South Coast with the opening of a new branch in Worthing. 
This latest opening takes the total to over 120 nationally and closely follows the unveiling of a new branch in Brighton during January.
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			<pubDate>Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell Fast-Tracks Crawley Opening]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1147/eurocell-fast-tracks-crawley-opening</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Trade and DIY&rsquo;ers in Crawley will enjoy easier access to quality building plastics products following opening of the new Eurocell branch in the town.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[MP Opens New Eurocell Branch at Brighton Open Day]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1146/mp-opens-new-eurocell-branch-at-brighton-open-day</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Local MP Simon Kirby has welcomed the opening of Eurocell Building Plastics latest new branch in Brighton and will perform the opening ceremony on Monday 16th January.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Roomline is the Perfect Solution for Refurbishing Homes]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1145/roomline-is-the-perfect-solution-for-refurbishing-homes</link>
			<description><![CDATA[A major Yorkshire-based housing association has specified the Roomline  skirting system from Eurocell for the refurbishment of 17 flood damaged  homes.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 18 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell Unveils Bumper Set of Improvements to Building Plastics Catalogue]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1144/eurocell-unveils-bumper-set-of-improvements-to-building-plastics-catalogue</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Eurocell has unveiled a bumper set of improvements to its building plastics catalogue themed around helping customers choose the right products quickly and easily.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 16 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Christmas Comes Early For New Eurocell Customers]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1142/christmas-comes-early-for-new-eurocell-customers</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Eurocell is making sure that Christmas comes early this year by offering all new customers&nbsp; 10 per cent off stocked* products purchased through its 115-plus branch network between 1st November and&nbsp; 30th November 2011.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 1 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA["WER' And How We Buy Windows]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1141/wer-and-how-we-buy-windows</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Here, Chris Coxon, Marketing Manager at Eurocell, asks whether WERs have changed the way we buy windows.
&ldquo;When Window Energy Ratings (WERs) were first introduced by the BFRC in 2004, its aim was to provide a balanced calculation of how a window performs once installed, and which was easy for homeowners to understand. Prior to the WER scheme being introduced, U-values had been the accepted method of measuring performance.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 13 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell Zero Carbon Solution Specified By Gentoo]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1130/eurocell-zero-carbon-solution-specified-by-gentoo</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Windows with a U-value of 0.8W/m&sup2;K, fabricated using Eurocell profile systems, have been specified by Gentoo for its Code for Sustainable Homes Level 6 development in the North East.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Persimmon Picks Eurocell For Energy Rated Value]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1128/persimmon-picks-eurocell-for-energy-rated-value</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Persimmon, which completed around 10,000 properties in 2010, recognised the importance of our &pound;2.5m investment in increasing post-consumer PVC-U recycling capacity and innovative new products using this recycled material. This will give Persimmon access to better value energyrated products, which is a primary consideration for all housebuilders today.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 20 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Great Views From All Aspects]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1127/great-views-from-all-aspects</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Here Chris Coxon, Marketing Manager at Eurocell, looks at how fabricators can grow their sales of conservatories by offering them with bi-fold doors that have a real wow factor.
&ldquo;Few products raise homeowners&rsquo; aspirations as much as a conservatory or bi-fold door system &ndash; especially when they are installed together. The sheer visual impact makes it hard to beat, whilst the ongoing benefits of maximising natural light in the home and the feeling of space created provide customers with long-term appeal.
&nbsp;]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[New Sales From End Of Line]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1126/new-sales-from-end-of-line</link>
			<description><![CDATA[For some fabricators and installers end-of-life PVC-U is an issue in terms of what to do with it. Here, Chris Coxon, Marketing Manager at Eurocell explains why partnering with the right profile supplier can turn it into business winning opportunities.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 13 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Green Deal Or No Deal?]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1136/green-deal-or-no-deal</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The Green Deal aims to deliver a national programme of energy efficiency measures to homes and businesses.
When the new coalition Government came to power in May 2010, it unveiled plans for the Green Deal which could prove to be a highly significant piece of legislation for the glass and glazing industry.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 7 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[How Happy Are Your Customers?]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1137/how-happy-are-your-customers</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Most businesses recognise that delivering a high standard of service is essential to keep customers coming back and spreading the word about your business. Today, with the profusion of fast, easy-access communication and social media channels available, opinions about your business &ndash; good or bad &ndash; can very quickly be spread to thousands of people, worldwide. That&rsquo;s why it&rsquo;s never been more important to keep your customers happy.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 5 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[New Nails Get The Nod]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1135/new-nails-get-the-nod</link>
			<description><![CDATA[We have launched a new range of collated nails for roofers and builders. These nails have been specifically developed for general contractors and perfectly complement the Timco fabricator screws and shield protective surface film already available in our branches. Customer feedback so far has been extremely positive.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Sun, 4 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Roofline Gets Enhanced Colour Range]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1129/roofline-gets-enhanced-colour-range</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The complete roofline colour range now comprises white, rosewood, golden oak, black ash, brown, cream, white ash, Irish oak and grey.
As homeowners begin to take advantage of the wide range of PVC-U window and door colours available, from cream and grey to Irish Oak and Black Ash, there is increasing demand for matching roofline colours.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 2 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Recyclable Roof Tiles]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1134/recyclable-roof-tiles</link>
			<description><![CDATA[An upgraded door canopy is available from Eurocell branches, incorporating Tapco slate tiles. The Tapco Slate &lsquo;Minster&rsquo; door canopy is designed to be fitted above entrance doors to provide an attractive feature and shelter from the rain.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 1 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Branch Network Growing Fast]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1131/branch-network-growing-fast</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The network of Eurocell branches continues to expand, bringing our unrivalled range of products closer to trade and DIY customers throughout the UK. We have recently opened new branches in Nuneaton, Barnstaple, Basingstoke, Accrington, Reading, Bedford, Trowbridge and Sutton Coldfield.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 26 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Rough Guide To Regulations]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1140/rough-guide-to-regulations</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Phil Parry, Accreditations Manager at Eurocell, outlines simple new ways to achieve window energy ratings and building regulations compliance for your windows and doors.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 26 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Bi-fold Doors With A Difference]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1123/bi-fold-doors-with-a-difference</link>
			<description><![CDATA[With housebuilders and developers looking for ways to make their properties stand out from the crowd, Chris Coxon, Marketing Manager at Eurocell, explains how a modern bi-fold door system could be the solution.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 24 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[New Aspect Panoramic Doors Broaden Your Horizons]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1132/new-aspect-panoramic-doors-broaden-your-horizons</link>
			<description><![CDATA[As homeowners and housebuilders seek to improve their homes and inject that elusive &ldquo;wow&rdquo; factor, the stunning bi-fold style of door has become an increasingly popular choice. To meet growing demand for these co-certina style folding and sliding doors, Eurocell has developed the new high-performance, secure and visually stunning Aspect PVC-U bi-fold door system.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 22 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Underground Range Goes Nationwide]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1133/underground-range-goes-nationwide</link>
			<description><![CDATA[These PVC drainage products are suitable for all types of domestic and commercial building work, offering a variety of components ideal for replacement or new-build projects. The system includes a comprehensive range of EN1401-certified PVC-U fittings in a variety of colours, incorporating fixed triple sealing rings for exceptional watertightness. All EN1401-certified products come with a ten-year manufacturer&rsquo;s guarantee.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 19 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell Goes Underground With New Drainage Range]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1122/eurocell-goes-underground-with-new-drainage-range</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Following a successful regional trial, Eurocell Building Plastics has rolled out a range of great value, maintenance-free underground drainage pipes to all 115-plus branches.
A 110mm range is stocked in branches and is available over the trade counter or on a free-of-charge next day delivery service*. This is complemented with a 160mm range that is available to order.
Suitable for domestic and commercial building work, both ranges have a unique fixed triple ring seal soil system, which means there is no possibility of displacing the ring and therefore no leaks.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 15 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell Branches Have It Covered With New Door Canopy]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1121/eurocell-branches-have-it-covered-with-new-door-canopy</link>
			<description><![CDATA[All 115-plus Eurocell Building Plastics branches throughout the country now offer the market-leading Minster door canopies and slates. The range proved highly popular with builders and contractors during a regional trial by Eurocell&nbsp; and as a result the decision was taken to roll out the range to all branches.
Designed to fit above any entrance door, the canopy provides an attractive feature and offers homeowners comprehensive shelter from the rain as they find their keys!]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 11 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell Rescues Couple from Cowboy Builders]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1124/eurocell-rescues-couple-from-cowboy-builders</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Melinda Messenger and her co-presenter Dom Littlewood asked Eurocell for help in rescuing a property in Guildford where the couple had been on the receiving end of a botched extension job &ndash; made worse by a bill for &pound;53,000!
Diane, the owner who suffers from rheumatoid arthritis, had been trying to make her home as comfortable as possible by building an extension, but ended up being forced to sleep in a temporary bedroom that was freezing cold due to the roof not being secured properly.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 11 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Lord Mayor Launches New Eurocell Branch in Sutton Coldfield]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1120/lord-mayor-launches-new-eurocell-branch-in-sutton-coldfield</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Lord Mayor of Birmingham Councillor Anita Ward officially opened the new Eurocell Building Plastics store on Minworth Trade Park, Sutton Coldfield, on Thursday 28th July.

Councillor Ward was met by Patrick Bateman, Chief Executive Officer of Eurocell, along with other members of the management team. She was then shown around the branch, which offers more than 4,000 high quality building plastics products.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 10 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Housebuilders Call To Arms]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1138/housebuilders-call-to-arms</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Housebuilders across the UK are recovering from challenging times in recent years. The survivors have emerged leaner, smarter and more efficient than ever. House sale transactions are on the up again after reaching a low of 160,000 in the first quarter of 2009. By quarter four they were up to 277,000. Home affordability has also improved and banks are starting to increase mortgage lending. House prices are expected to fall back marginally in 2011, but then rise in the years up to 2015. From the depths of gloom a year or so ago, there are glimmers of optimism in the housebuilding market.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 10 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Great Views From All Aspects]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1119/great-views-from-all-aspects</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Here Chris Coxon, Marketing Manager at Eurocell, looks at how fabricators can grow their sales of bi-fold doors by offering PVC-U doors which have the wow factor.
&ldquo;Few products raise homeowners&rsquo; aspirations as much as a bi-fold door system. The sheer visual impact makes it hard to beat, whilst the ongoing benefits of maximising natural light in the home and the feeling of space created provide customers with long-term appeal.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 9 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Convenience And Quality At A Branch Near You]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1139/convenience-and-quality-at-a-branch-near-you</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Eurocell is extending its branch network around the UK at an unprecedented rate. Already this year, ten new branches have opened, bringing our extensive range of PVC-U and associated products closer to more trade and DIY customers. The products available in-branch range from roofline, window finishing trims and conservatory roofs to tools, PPE clothing, skirtings, cladding, underfloor heating and much more. With such a vast product range available almost on their doorsteps, fitters and fabricators alike can now enjoy the benefits of our one-stop shops&hellip;]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 8 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Grand Designs magazine runs competition for Eurocell bi-fold door!]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1118/grand-designs-magazine-runs-competition-for-eurocell-bi-fold-door</link>
			<description><![CDATA[&nbsp;Grand Designs magazine has teamed up with Eurocell to give its readers a chance of winning an innovative new Aspect panoramic door, worth up to &pound;3,500.&nbsp;The competition will run in the September issue of the magazine, which goes on sale at the end of July, as well as online at www.granddesignsmagazine.com/competition13.php]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 5 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Chester Store Opens New Era For Eurocell]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1117/chester-store-opens-new-era-for-eurocell</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Eurocell has unveiled its striking new branding on its Chester branch, the first out of its 115-plus network. The Chester re-brand coincides with the branches&rsquo; move to bigger and better premises on Sealand Trade Park. The re-brand and &lsquo;All together better&rsquo; strap-line was developed following extensive research amongst customers. The study highlighted that customers perceived Eurocell profiles and building plastics divisions simply as &lsquo;Eurocell&rsquo;, even though they had separate identities, and that adopting a single brand would therefore strengthen and enhance awareness.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 29 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell On The Way To Wembley]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1114/eurocell-on-the-way-to-wembley</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Eurocell Building Plastics has opened its latest new branch in Greenford in the London Borough of Ealing, West London. The branch is easy to find at The Metropolitan Centre, just off the A40 dual carriageway on the Wembley side of town. Greenford takes the total number of Eurocell Building Plastics branches nationally to over 115, and the seventh new branch during 2011 &ndash; a significant investment for Eurocell and an indication of the networks ongoing popularity with customers.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 14 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Crown Commercial Windows Gains Secured By Design]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1067/crown-commercial-windows-gains-secured-by-design</link>
			<description><![CDATA[South-West based Crown Commercial Windows has become the latest Eurocell fabricator to gain Secured by Design accreditation. All three group companies &ndash; Crown Commercial Windows, AGS Home Improvements and Fleet Frames - will now be entitled to use the Secured by Design logo and promote the term 'Police Preferred Specification' on its approved Eurocell Eurologik window products. All products that carry the logo have passed stringent tests sp...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Setting New Standards]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1113/setting-new-standards</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Here, Martin Saunders, Sales Director at Eurocell, looks at why the company tore up the rule book when it set about designing Aspect, its brand new panoramic door system.  &ldquo;Just as many homeowners aspire to own a conservatory, the latest &lsquo;must have&rsquo; is a bi-fold door, to bring the outside in by maximising natural light and open space in the home. This can be as a replacement for existing in-line sliding patio and French doors or as a stunning f...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 7 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell Zero Carbon Solution Specified by Gentoo]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1110/eurocell-zero-carbon-solution-specified-by-gentoo</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Eurocell windows with a U-value of 0.8W/m&sup2;K have been specified by Gentoo for its Code for Sustainable Homes Level 6 development in the North East.  Achieving such a low U-value means these homes situated in Houghton le Spring, Tyne and Wear, meet both the carbon reduction requirements of UK Building Regulations to 2016 and the sustainable design criteria of the Code for Sustainable Homes up to Level 6, zero carbon &ndash; all in one product.  &amp;nbs...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 2 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Outside In - The Aspect Panoramic Doors]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1093/outside-in-the-aspect-panoramic-doors</link>
			<description><![CDATA[OUTSIDE IN

The folding sliding door market is forecast to increase to over £100m by 2014 as more customers realise the benefits of bringing the outside in  enhancing their lifestyle and adding value to their property in the process. Here Chris Coxon, Marketing Manager at Eurocell, shows how installing this type of door is easier than you think.

Step 1

Before installing the folding sliding door, check that the structural opening is cle...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 23 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Once Is Not Enough]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1088/once-is-not-enough</link>
			<description><![CDATA[PVC-U has always been valued for its low maintenance and energy efficiency. Now, with advances in recycling, it is widely recognised for the contribution it makes to a sustainable build programme  with end-of-life PVC-U frames often being recycled as new energy efficient windows. Here, Chris Coxon, Marketing Manager of Eurocell, looks at some of the latest product developments.

PVC-U remains the sustainable material of choice for many local ...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 20 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell Covers All Aspects With New Panoramic Doors]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1081/eurocell-covers-all-aspects-with-new-panoramic-doors</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Eurocell has announced Aspect, the leading PVC-U folding sliding door system. The brand new design is based on extensive market research and offers market-leading aesthetics, unique design features and low maintenance.

The first impression of Aspect is its ultra slim frame, which means a larger glazed area, allowing specifiers to create designs that bring the outside in. Flooding the property with natural light and an enhanced feeling of spa...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 18 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell Opens New Branch in Bognor Regis]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1071/eurocell-opens-new-branch-in-bognor-regis</link>
			<description><![CDATA[With a record number of customers visiting its existing branches along the West Sussex coast, Eurocell Building Plastics has taken the decision to open a new branch in Bognor Regis.

The new branch at Southern Cross Industrial Estate couldnt be easier to find  close to Travis Perkins, Wickes and Screwfix  a very convenient stop-off for customers already visiting the commercial centre.

Our Portsmouth and Brighton branches were proving so ...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 11 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Quantum Windows Leaps Forward With Retail Solution]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1065/quantum-windows-leaps-forward-with-retail-solution</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Midlands based Quantum Windows has unveiled a new electronic price list that provides customers with a complete retail solution.

Available on CD or USB stick, it allows customers to view their unglazed buying prices on screen. Then by typing in the square metre price for the glazing specification required, the glazed price grid updates automatically giving the customer an accurate purchase cost.

Finally, the customer can add a profit margin...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 10 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Off To The Races With Level 6]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1062/off-to-the-races-with-level-6</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Here, Chris Coxon Marketing Manager at Eurocell looks at how the move to zero carbon buildings is changing the way that windows and cavity closers are specified.

As part of achieving higher levels of the Code for Sustainable Homes (CSH) and BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method), building designers are enhancing thermal efficiencies by positioning windows directly over the cavity.

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Maximising ther...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 20 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Quantum Windows Leaps Forward With Retail Solution]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1059/quantum-windows-leaps-forward-with-retail-solution</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Midlands based Quantum Windows has unveiled a new electronic price list that provides customers with a complete retail solution.

Available on CD or USB stick, it allows customers to view their unglazed buying prices on screen. Then by typing in the square metre price for the glazing specification required, the glazed price grid updates automatically giving the customer an accurate purchase cost.

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Finally, the customer can add a pro...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 18 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Trowbridge Welcomes Latest Eurocell Branch]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1115/trowbridge-welcomes-latest-eurocell-branch</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Eurocell has opened is latest new branch on Avon Way, Doric Business Centre, in Trowbridge. Being the third largest town in Wiltshire will ensure that Trowbridge gets off to a flying start as more customers take advantage of being able to buy direct from the manufacturer. Opening a branch in Trowbridge will make it much more convenient for trade and DIY customers in the town to source quality, value for money, building plastics products.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 14 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Window Reincarnation]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1055/window-reincarnation</link>
			<description><![CDATA[PVC-U has always been valued for its low maintenance and energy efficiency. Now, with advances in recycling, it is widely recognised for the contribution it makes to a sustainable build programme  with end-of-life PVC-U frames often being recycled as new energy efficient windows. Here, Chris Coxon, Marketing Manager of Eurocell, looks at some of the latest product developments.

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The BRE went a long way in recognising the benefits of...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 7 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell Opens 'Mystery' Branch at Bermuda Trade Park]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1040/eurocell-opens-mystery-branch-at-bermuda-trade-park</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The mystery location of Eurocell Building Plastics new branch has been revealed as Bermuda Trade Park in Nuneaton.

Bermuda Trade Park and the town itself is located in the middle of a triangle created by the M42, M69 and M6 motorways between Birmingham, Coventry and Leicester.

However, Eurocell Building Plastics is confident that, unlike the Bermuda Triangle itself, there wont be any mystery about the great deals and wide product ranges...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 1 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Class Act By Wembley Windows At North London School]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1036/class-act-by-wembley-windows-at-north-london-school</link>
			<description><![CDATA[North London-based Wembley Windows has won a major contract to install 150 A-rated PVC-U windows at the Menorah High School for Girls in Brent.

 The installation formed part of a major renovation of a former 1950s building in North London that will eventually be used as classrooms.

The existing steel framed windows in the building were beginning to rust, which meant that they required a high level of ongoing maintenance.

Poor thermal per...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 31 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Aston Windows Makes It A Double At Local Pub]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1020/aston-windows-makes-it-a-double-at-local-pub</link>
			<description><![CDATA[An award-winning stone-built free house with low beams and roaring open fires will be even cosier now that it has been fitted with 25 PVC-U replacement windows by Leicester-based Aston Windows.

The company was asked to fit the cream coloured windows at the Horse and Jockey in the attractive Leicestershire village of Manton by pub landlord Jason Allen. Since completing the project, Aston windows has already won another job from a customer who w...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 29 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Green Deal or No Deal]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1011/green-deal-or-no-deal</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Here, Martin Saunders, Sales Director of Eurocell Profiles looks at how fabricators and installers can potentially benefit from the Government's renewed focus on energy efficiency.

As soon as the new coalition Government came to power in May 2010, it announced its intention to introduce the Energy Security and Green Economy Bill. Part of this Bill contains provisions for the Green Deal, a highly significant piece of legislation for the glass ...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 16 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell Opens New Branch In Reading]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1008/eurocell-opens-new-branch-in-reading</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Eurocell Building Plastics has opened its latest branch in Reading, just minutes from Junction 11 of the M4. The latest opening, which creates three new jobs in the area, takes the total number of Eurocell Building Plastics branches nationally to over 110. Reading was chosen for the latest new branch because of its strategic position along the M4 corridor, between the Eurocell branches in Swindon to the West and Hayes in the East. The br...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 9 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Mayor Opens New Eurocell Branch In Barnstaple]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1003/mayor-opens-new-eurocell-branch-in-barnstaple</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Installers and DIY-ers on the North Devon coast have welcomed the opening of Eurocell Building Plastics new branch in Barnstaple.

The branch is located just off the Roundswell roundabout at Unit 4 on Baron Court, close to the retail and business park.

Councillor Ian Roome, Mayor of Barnstaple, opened the branch at the beginning of March and welcomed the fact it created three new jobs in the town, as well as providing a valuable service for...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 3 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell Shortlisted in Building Awards For Second Consecutive Year]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/985/eurocell-shortlisted-in-building-awards-for-second-consecutive-year</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Eurocell is celebrating being shortlisted in the prestigious 2011 Building Awards, Manufacturer of the Year category.

This is the second year in succession that the company has been shortlisted in this prestigious award, which recognises the construction industrys leading performers.

Eurocell was one of only six companies nationally to be shortlisted in this category.

The Building Awards are an effective means of raising awareness of Eu...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 17 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell Has It Covered]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/980/eurocell-has-it-covered</link>
			<description><![CDATA[An unusual project in Huntingdonshire has demonstrated that almost any installation is possible if you choose your conservatory roof supplier carefully. Here, Martin Saunders, Sales Director of Eurocell Profiles, explains why.

When Elglaze Ltd, our fabricator based in Earith, Huntingdonshire, approached us with a layout for a new conservatory, our design team was soon relishing the challenges it presented. The initial survey had highlighted t...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 11 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Doors and Windows Feature]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/976/doors-and-windows-feature</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Natural light is a huge plus point for buyers  what percentage of the exterior walls should be allocated to doors and windows?
Changes to how windows are evaluated following the introduction of Part L 2010 means the positive energy benefits of glazing is now taken into account. This means a break away from the simple U-values and that the full benefits of larger areas of glazing are recognised.

Using larger glazed area to maximise natural da...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 9 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[True Beauty Lies Within]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/961/true-beauty-lies-within</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The easy recyclability of PVC-U, coupled with its low maintenance and energy efficiency, has made it the material of choice for windows and doors. Here, Chris Coxon, Marketing Manager of Eurocell, looks at the latest product developments which once again push the boundaries of technical performance.
When the BRE (Building Research Establishment) awarded PVC-U an A rating for sustainability in residential and A+ for commercial developments in ...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 26 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Double Take On Energy Efficiency]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/968/double-take-on-energy-efficiency</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Ultimate energy efficiency is a major goal for both new build and refurbishment sectors  - with windows top of the agenda. Here, Chris Coxon, Marketing Manager of Eurocell, explains how the company has developed sustainable solutions which enable customers to deliver energy efficient windows in a variety of ways. 

Windows have a major bearing on the thermal performance of a building, accounting for around 25 per cent of all heat loss. That ha...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 17 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Nationwide Windows Scoops G10 Award]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Nationwide Windows is celebrating winning the Public Sector Project of the Year category at the prestigious G10 awards, held at Wembley Stadium, London.

The Eurocell fabricator won the category for ongoing work it is carrying out on behalf of Nottingham City Homes as part of its Secure Warm Modern programme. This is one of the largest social housing refurbishment contracts in the UK, involving the improvement of over 29,000 properties to Decen...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 6 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Ford Windows Gain Secured By Design on Eurologik PVC-U Window Profile]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/950/ford-windows-gain-secured-by-design-on-eurologik-pvc-u-window-profile</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Ford Windows is the latest specialist new build window fabricator to be granted Secured by Design status on its Eurologik 70 mm PVC-U Window System.



The company has gained certification to BS7950: 1997 Specification for enhanced security performance of casement and tilt/turn windows for domestic applications (BBA certificate number 05/4242 refers).

Only companies that manufacture windows to the highest standards and that have passed str...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 23 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[What Makes Ecologik PVC-U Profile So Innovative?]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/938/what-makes-ecologik-pvc-u-profile-so-innovative</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Ecologik is innovative because it is a post-consumer recycled PVC-U window system that achieves both the carbon reduction requirements of the Code for Sustainable Homes up to Level 6, zero-carbon, and the sustainable design criteria of BREEAM  all in one product. Ecologik is a fully design-engineered co-extruded system, developed at a cost of £3million. All post-consumer recycled PVC-U is intelligently hidden from view in the core of the profile...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 16 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Part L - Where Were You When It Happened?]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/965/part-l-where-were-you-when-it-happened</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The October update to Approved Document L has come and gone and the world still seems the same place. So what happens now? asks Martin Saunders, Sales Director of Eurocell.

During 2010, there was an incredible amount of effort put into making sure everyone was aware of the October updates to Approved Document L. It was therefore a bit of an anti-climax when the 1st October deadline passed without much fanfare.

The need to update the regu...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 10 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Avoid Cutting Corners - With PVC-U Skirting Boards]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/925/avoid-cutting-corners-with-pvc-u-skirting-boards</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Fitting skirting and architraves is one of those jobs that most homeowners dread  it requires tricky mitring of corners and then, once installed, it requires the laborious job of gloss painting. Here, Chris Coxon, Marketing Manager at Eurocell, looks at how the intelligent design of the companys innovative Roomline system of skirting and architraves means you can reduce installation times by up to 50%. So now you can add real value to your cust...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 26 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Post Consumer Recycling Fits The Bill]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/914/post-consumer-recycling-fits-the-bill</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The PVC-U window and door sector continues to make significant advances in terms of recycling. Here, Chris Coxon, Marketing Manager of Eurocell explains how post-consumer recycled material is now helping tenants in Nottingham save money on their heating bills.

Like most things in life, buildings date and that often means windows and doors reach the end of their life, simply because they fail to meet current thermal performance expectations. I...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 21 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Improving Standards For The Many Rather Than The Few]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/923/improving-standards-for-the-many-rather-than-the-few</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The BRE Rethinking Housing Refurbishment programme is helping raise awareness of the fact that there are market leading UK-based double and triple glazed window solutions to combat carbon dioxide emissions from our existing housing stock. As the BRE exemplar projects reach completion, Chris Coxon, Marketing Manager at Eurocell explains how the programme creates a blue print for effective and affordable future refurbishment projects.

Around 15...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 4 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[New Eurocell Branch is Talk of the Toon]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/901/new-eurocell-branch-is-talk-of-the-toon</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Eurocell Building Plastics has opened its latest branch in Gateshead.&nbsp;Investing in a second branch in the city is part of the Eurocell commitment to offer customers unbeatable service and value.  The new branch is located at Unit 12 Octavian Way, Team Valley in Gateshead.  The existing branch in Longbenton will continue to offer easy accessibility and excellent service levels to customers operating to the North of the city centre.  Each Eur...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 29 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[All Welcome at Opening Celebration in Eurocell's Thanet Store]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[DIYers and building trade customers are all invited to the opening celebration at Eurocell Building Plastics new Thanet branch on Thursday October 7th.  An official ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place at 11am and will be performed jointly by Chief Executive of Thanet and East Kent Chamber David Foley and a member of Thanet District Council.

A free buffet will be on offer along with a range of great customer offers to celebrate the official...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 24 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Fire-Rated Cavity Closer Has It Licked]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/889/fire-rated-cavity-closer-has-it-licked</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Fire alarms and sprinkler systems are what most people think of when they are asked to name fire safety features in a building.  However, many dont realise that it is what lies beneath that is equally as important. Here, David Deacon, General Manager of Cavalok Building Products, looks at why fire-rated PVC-U cavity closers are essential in maintaining the high safety standards expected of modern buildings.



New buildings must be designed...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 24 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[New Building Plastics Showroom Opens In Thanet]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/877/new-building-plastics-showroom-opens-in-thanet</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Eurocell Building Plastics has opened a new branch in Thanet that offers over 3,800 quality building plastic products  all from stock. Thanet will have back-up from the companys nearby Sittingbourne branch, which provides next day, free-of-charge, deliveries on all orders over £50 (ex vat).

Eurocell is already well known with installers, contractors and DIYers around the region - so opening a new branch in Thanet is welcome news for those l...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 28 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Timber Manufacturer Recognises Sustainability of Recycled PVC-U]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/872/timber-manufacturer-recognises-sustainability-of-recycled-pvc-u</link>
			<description><![CDATA[One of the UKs leading timber companies has begun sourcing 100% post-consumer recycled PVC-U cavity closers from Cavalok Building Products.

Howarth Timber (Windows &amp; Doors) Ltd. took the decision to partner with Cavalok because it was looking for a cavity closer system that could match the same high levels of sustainability offered by its timber window range.

Cavalok is the UKs only supplier of BBA-approved 100 per cent post-consumer ...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[All Roads Lead To Wigan Eurocell]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/868/all-roads-lead-to-wigan-eurocell</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Eurocell has opened its latest new branch in Wigan,  providing customers with easier access to over 3,800 quality building plastics products.

The branch is located close to the main A49 and within minutes of Junction 26 of the M6/M58 - customers simply need to follow the signs to Robin Retail Park, the largest shopping outlet in the area.

The decision to open a branch in the town was taken following the resounding success of the companys o...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell Puts A Crown On Planning Requirements]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/863/eurocell-puts-a-crown-on-planning-requirements</link>
			<description><![CDATA[When Crown Commercial Windows were looking for help with meeting planning requirements for an apartment building in Plymouth, Eurocell provided the solution.

The planners were looking to retain the visual appearance of John Sparke House  an affordable housing development situated at the heart of Plymouths historical Barbican district.

Following careful evaluation of all the alternatives, planners granted permission to install windows and ...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 12 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell Hawick Borders On Greatness]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[Eurocell Building Plastics has opened a new branch in Hawick. The latest opening takes the total to well over a hundred branches nationally.

Hawick is the main town on the southern edge of the Scottish Borders and the new branch will improve access to quality building plastics products across the region.

Customer service is a central focus for the branch team, which is helped by having over 3,800 different roofline, window finishing accesso...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 9 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Deeplas Helps DT Plastics Weather The Storm]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/843/deeplas-helps-dt-plastics-weather-the-storm</link>
			<description><![CDATA[DT Plastics is celebrating record growth over the last two years, following its decision to partner with Deeplas. The Plymouth-based fascia and gutter centre puts this down to the superior quality of Deeplas products and is very optimistic about the future despite current economic conditions.

We have had a great two years since partnering with Deeplas - thanks to the quality of its products, backed up with the personal service you get from a ...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Portsmouth Conservatories  Seen In All The Best Places]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/839/portsmouth-conservatories-seen-in-all-the-best-places</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Hampshire  based Portsmouth Conservatories Ltd has commissioned its new showroom in the prestigious Havant Garden Centre. The stunning new conservatory was created with the companys fabrication partner, Hartley windows, using the Eurocell conservatory roof system.

The display, which is situated in what is a very affluent area of Hampshire, will provide a great first post for call for any customers wishing to make home improvements.

Portsm...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 16 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[CR Windows Flying High With Three New Kitemarks]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[CR Windows is celebrating being one of only a few fabricators in the UK to hold the three coveted British Standard Kitemarks and Secured by Design against BS7412, BS7950/BS7412 and BS8213-4.

The Bristol-based Eurocell fabricator shares these prestigious accolades with only seven other fabricators in the UK, out of a total of over 1,800. This makes it the only company in the South West, and for a 110 miles radius, to achieve this.

CR Windows...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 15 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell Composite Doors Always Open In Peterborough]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/833/eurocell-composite-doors-always-open-in-peterborough</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The Eurocell Building Plastics branch in Peterborough has opened a brand new composite door showroom that makes choosing the right product that much easier. The Dales Collection showroom, which is open to trade and DIY customers, contains seven main composite doorset displays  each finished in one of the seven different colours available on the range.

The visual centrepiece of the showroom is a Rosewood coloured door that is sprayed both sid...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 14 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[All Roads Lead To Eurocell In Crayford]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/830/all-roads-lead-to-eurocell-in-crayford</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Eurocell Building Plastics has opened its latest branch in Crayford, within the South East region. Location of the new branch was chosen to provide easy access  it is immediately adjacent to the main Crayford Road that runs through the town.

Being on the busy Acorn Industrial Park, which is home to Everest, Safestyle and Screwfix allows customers to combine sourcing of essential supplies.

Eurocell is one of the few building plastics compan...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 11 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Flameblok Has It Licked For Leading Developer]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/818/flameblok-has-it-licked-for-leading-developer</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The new FlameBlok cavity closer system from Cavalok Building Products has been specified by Taylor Wimpey (Bryant Homes) West Midlands for its prestigious Diglis Water development.

The development in Worcester is made up of three bedroom homes and riverside apartments on the bank of the river Severn.

FlameBlok is the only 100 per cent post consumer recycled PVC-U cavity closer that offers up to 90 minutes fire-rated performance, along with ...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 4 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Writing's On The Wall]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/815/writings-on-the-wall</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The waiting is finally over for the long anticipated Approved Document L, which ultimately didnt bring too many surprises. Here, Martin Saunders, Sales Director of Eurocell Profiles, looks at the opportunities it now presents to fabricators.

As many suspected, Approved Document L (Conservation of Fuel &amp; Power) for replacement windows places more emphasis on Window Energy Ratings (WER). That means Octobers implementation of Part L will p...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 3 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Cavalok Launches Market-Leading New Website]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/810/cavalok-launches-market-leading-new-website</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Cavalok Building Products has launched its all-new website, which gives visitors instant access to the most comprehensive information about cavity closers currently available.

Cavalok is the UKs only manufacturer of BBA-accredited cavity closer systems made from 100% post-consumer recycled PVC-U.

The new website features all the new products recently launched, including FlameBlok, a range of cavity closers with up to 90-minute fire ratings...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 2 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Part L of A Change]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/805/part-l-of-a-change</link>
			<description><![CDATA[With Window Energy Ratings (WERs) being the only certain way of complying with the imminent updates to Part L, Martin Saunders, Sales Director of Eurocell Profiles, looks at why he believes there will be a continued move across the industry to this method of compliance.


The main impact of changes to Part L of the Building Regulations  conservation of fuel and power, is that Window Energy Ratings (WER) will take more of a prominence. The qu...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Sun, 16 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[It's An 'A' For Recycling]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/802/its-an-a-for-recycling</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Significant advances have been made in the area of recycling, helping the door and window industry demonstrate high levels of sustainability. Here, Chris Coxon, Marketing Manager of Eurocell, looks at how post-consumer recycled PVC-U also delivered maximum energy efficiency for one of the UKs largest social housing projects.

When Nationwide Windows, one of our fabricators based in Rugby, was awarded the contract to supply replacement windows...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 14 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Advanced New Eurocell PVC-U Skirting System Saves Installation Time And Maintenance]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/796/advanced-new-eurocell-pvc-u-skirting-system-saves-installation-time-and-maintenance</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Eurocell Building Plastics has launched Roomline, an advanced new skirting and architrave system made from recycled PVC-U.

Roomline has been specially designed for hassle-free, fast fitting with ultra-low maintenance  a giant step forward for installers, DIYers and homeowners.

The system creates a perfect finish every time by avoiding the time-consuming process of having to sand and paint timber or MDF alternatives.  A series of clever jo...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 12 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Keeping Windows In The Loop]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/761/keeping-windows-in-the-loop</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Clients are increasingly looking for window supply partners that can offer maximum thermal performance as well as maximum sustainability. Here, Chris Coxon, Marketing Manager of Eurocell, takes a look at why closed loop PVC-U recycling is best placed to meet both these requirements.

Windows have a major bearing on the thermal performance of a building, accounting for up to a fifth of all heat loss. It is therefore natural for building designe...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 4 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell Opens In Warrington]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/729/eurocell-opens-in-warrington</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Eurocell Building Plastics has strengthened its presence in the North-West by opening its latest  and 101st branch, in Warrington.

Location of the branch on the Gateway 49 Trade Park, which provides easy access to customers as it is close to the M62, M6 and M56 motorways, all of which have a major interchange just outside the town.

That gives the Warrington branch a perfect strategic location for any contractors and installers carrying out...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Sun, 18 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Roseview Windows Makes The Grade At Listed College]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/724/roseview-windows-makes-the-grade-at-listed-college</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Vertical sliding sash windows fabricated by Roseview Windows have been installed on five new accommodation blocks at the prestigious Hartpury College. The windows were fabricated using the Eurocell vertical sliding profile system in white. Roseview Windows then sprayed the frames in a green RAL colour specified by the architect.

Hartpury College is home to the Grade II listed Hartpury House, which is still used for lectures and administration....]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Roseview Installs Eurocell Vertical Sliders On Luxury Apartments]]></title>
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			<description><![CDATA[A cluster of luxury apartments in Bedford town centre now showcase vertical sliding sash windows from Roseview.

The Eurocell fabricator installed the windows throughout a total of seven apartment blocks.

Established in 1977, Roseview Windows was selected by the developer, KJK Homes, because it was able to demonstrate the service and quality levels expected on this high specification build.

The client also preferred the aesthetics of the ...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 1 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Partnering For Growth - Fabricators And Their Choice Of PVC-U System Suppliers]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/706/partnering-for-growth-fabricators-and-their-choice-of-pvc-u-system-suppliers</link>
			<description><![CDATA[In these difficult economic times, businesses need suppliers that they can rely on. Here, Martin Saunders, Sales Director of Eurocell, looks at the factors that influence a fabricators choice of system supplier.

Fabricators have always expected hassle-free supply and consistently high quality products from their suppliers. However, for the partnership to be truly successful in todays competitive market, many fabricators are now looking for ...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 19 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell Unveils Low Carbon Solutions at Ecobuild]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/703/eurocell-unveils-low-carbon-solutions-at-ecobuild</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Eurocell will be demonstrating how advances it has made in recycling can help specifiers create energy efficient and sustainable buildings at this years Ecobuild show. This will include the unveiling of an innovative new window profile system made using recycled PVC-U.

Alongside this will be Eurocells latest 0.8 U-value window designed specifically to meet the requirements of zero carbon developments.

Completing the line up is the Eurolog...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 11 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Cavalok Closes The Parts Others Can't Reach]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/622/cavalok-closes-the-parts-others-cant-reach</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Cavalok Building Products has been specified on the Minehead Eye project because it offered the only system capable of being fabricated into a frame former suitable for a 300mm cavity.

Cavalok is also the UKs only manufacturer of BBA-accredited cavity closer systems made from 100% post-consumer recycled PVC-U.

Minehead Eye is a multi-million pound part lottery-funded facility aimed at 13-19 year olds. It will feature a café, shop and compu...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 2 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[UPVC Energy Performance In The Frame]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/620/upvc-energy-performance-in-the-frame</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Windows have a significant part to play in improving the energy performance of a building. Here, Martin Saunders, Sales Director of Eurocell, discusses whether future improvements will come from the frame or glazed units.

The glazed unit receives its fair share of attention when it comes to thermal performance. The introduction of spacer bar technology, Low E glass and coatings have all had the effect of keeping attention focused on this area...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 1 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell Letterplate Bites Back Against Draughts]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/617/eurocell-letterplate-bites-back-against-draughts</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Letterplates used on The Dales Collection of composite doors from Eurocell have achieved an industry first by meeting PAS23 requirements.

Achieving PAS23 (general performance requirements for door assemblies) on the letter plate means that the door has a proven high resistance to air and water penetration.

Homeowner benefits of high levels of weathertightness include less draughts as well as avoiding wet carpets from rain being blown throug...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Sustaining Business Performance]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/615/sustaining-business-performance</link>
			<description><![CDATA[As the domestic replacement market matures, fabricators are realising that they have to adapt their business model to grow, and for many that means a focus on alternative market sectors. Here Martin Saunders, Sales Director at Eurocell, looks at why the specification route can provide new opportunities.

The domestic replacement market in the UK has matured and, although still sizeable, forecasts indicate that it is in decline. Against this ba...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 25 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[New warehouse - All under one roof]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/549/new-warehouse-all-under-one-roof</link>
			<description><![CDATA[During December, we relocated all our warehouse operations into a centralised facility on Penny Emma Way, Sutton-in-Ashfield, Notts.



The 256,000sq ft building now holds stock for all Eurocell group companies. Holding all the stock in one location makes much better use of space and helps drive efficiencies through the business, helping us to improve customer service further.

Prior to the move to Penny Emma Way, stock had been warehoused ...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 11 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[New Year New Colours]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/551/new-year-new-colours</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Some of you will have already seen our new colours  Irish Oak and White Ash - launched at the end of last year. The new colours are available for Eurologik Ovolo and Vertical Sliding Sash systems:

 



Irish Oak

Irish Oak is offered with its own unique colour matched profile, so your customers are assured of the best possible aesthetics at all times, even when windows are open! The colour matched profile also avoids penning of the corn...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 11 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[New Vertical Sliding Sash Window Brochure]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/553/new-vertical-sliding-sash-window-brochure</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Were pleased to announce our new Vertical Sliding Sash consumer brochure, now available, code VSDB. It is packed with stunning photography of the re-styled vertical slider, along with our new Irish Oak colour.

The 12-page brochure is specifically aimed at homeowners, so is ideal for your showroom and for your sales people to take to customers homes, hopefully increasing conversion rates!

To order your copies of the brochure, give our Cust...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 11 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[See us at Ecobuild 2010  ]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/557/see-us-at-ecobuild-2010</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Eurocell will be exhibiting at Ecobuild at Earls Court, London on 2-4 March 2010. Ecobuild is the worlds biggest event for sustainable design, construction and the built environment  so its the ideal place for us to showcase our environmentally friendly product range.

Its an ideal opportunity to see and handle some of our exciting new product innovations  so dont miss out. We hope to see many of our customers, old and new  as well as pl...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 11 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Mint Service From Eurocell In Kendal]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/509/mint-service-from-eurocell-in-kendal</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Customers in Kendal are enjoying &lsquo;mint&rsquo; service levels in Kendal, since Eurocell opened its latest branch in the town. That&rsquo;s because the new branch stocks over 3,800 building plastics products, ensuring customers can always find the items they need.  Famous for its Kendal Mint Cake, Eurocell chose an appropriate address for its new branch &ndash; Mintsfeet Industrial Estate, just of the main A6 Shap Road!  The latest opening means Eurocell now ha...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 17 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[New Eurologik Consumer Brochure]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/486/new-eurologik-consumer-brochure</link>
			<description><![CDATA[We are pleased to announce the introduction of a new 20 page brochure aimed at assisting our fabricators to help their customers win new business. The brochure contains more features and benefits for homeowners, details of the latest colour options and brand new photography.

The brochure is the latest addition to our customer literature range, which includes Dales Collection composite doors, Lifestyle doors, Conservatories and now Eurologik wi...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 14 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Hip new Edwardian conservatory!]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/494/hip-new-edwardian-conservatory</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Conservatories really came of age during the Edwardian era, combining style and function to create beautifully proportioned and symmetrical living spaces.

The Edwardian era was of relatively short duration and covering the reign of King Edward VII from 1901 to 1910, following the death of his mother, Queen Victoria in 1901.

The style of an Edwardian conservatory is an evolution of the Victorian conservatory into a simpler, purer form. An Ed...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 10 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Home Sweet Home With A Composite Door]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/492/home-sweet-home-with-a-composite-door</link>
			<description><![CDATA[A composite door provides one of the best investments you can make in your home. They are durable, low maintenance and look great too. However, there are so many different options its sometimes difficult to choose the right one. Here are some factors to consider:

Great aesthetics and low maintenance

Many homeowners prefer the look of timber but not the maintenance! Thats why a composite door with a woodgrain effect finish is a popular cho...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 9 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Creating a beautiful Victorian conservatory]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/490/creating-a-beautiful-victorian-conservatory</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The Victorian conservatory is enjoying a resurgence in popularity as homeowners look to add a classical period extension to their property. With a more sophisticated and ornate appearance, Victorian conservatories create of a truly inspirational new living space within a home.

The lineage of the Victorian conservatory can be traced back to the first Orangeries built on many well-to-do homes during the 1700s, and which were used to grow orange...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 8 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Gable End Infill Panel Introduced]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/464/gable-end-infill-panel-introduced</link>
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	Code: CRS8450
	Length: 580mm x 150mm
	Colours: White, Rosewood and Golden Oak

A new 70mm wedge block has been added to the product range to improve the appearance of a conservatory with gable window frames. The 70mm composite block is made up of chipboard, MDF and polystyrene with a 1.5mm PVC-U skin in either white, Rosewood or Golden Oak. These can be cut to suit any roof pitch from 15  30 degrees. This product fills the triangular gap ...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Sun, 29 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Gable Frame Platform Introduced]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/462/gable-frame-platform-introduced</link>
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	Product Code: CRS8548A
	Colours: White, Brown and Caramel

Gable roof designs now benefit from the inclusion of a ring beam and gutter under the gable window frame, also removing the need for extra downpipes. This makes installation easier and improves the overall appearance of the conservatory. The gable platform is a powder coated aluminium extrusion.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Sun, 29 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[New Vertical Slider Features]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/469/new-vertical-slider-features</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Our vertical sliding sash window system has undergone a makeover to coincide with the launch of the brand new Irish Oak foil finish.

The exciting design improvements focus on the Georgian glazing bars, which now feature pre-moulded end caps and cruciforms. This avoids the need to end mill the bar when fitting, creating a neater, easier finish to glazing bar ends and crossing points.

Improvements to this stunning window dont stop there and ...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Sun, 29 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell Kits Out Timber Frame Company]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/484/eurocell-kits-out-timber-frame-company</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Eurocell Building Plastics has demonstrated that the benefits of its branch network are available to all sectors by supplying Robertson Timberkit with a range of PVC-U roofline products.
Robertson Timberkit, one of the countrys largest timber frame manufacturers, designs, manufactures, supplies and erects timber frame structures, servicing constructions companies, self-builders and national housebuilders across the UK.

The company chose Euro...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 27 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell Extends Customer Choice Again]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/480/eurocell-extends-customer-choice-again</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Eurocell has increased choice for its customers again with the launch of two sophisticated new colours in the Eurologik profile range, which look set to be an instant hit with discerning homeowners.
The new Irish Oak and White Ash woodgrain finishes have been selected following feedback from customers, supported by research conducted amongst Eurocells own 500-strong workforce based at its Alfreton HQ.

A clear winner externally and internally...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 25 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[100th Eurocell Branch On Winning Form In Shrewsbury]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/478/100th-eurocell-branch-on-winning-form-in-shrewsbury</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Huge celebrations marked the opening of the 100th Eurocell Building Plastics branch in Shrewsbury on Tuesday 17th November. The new branch was officially opened with the unveiling of a plaque by the Mayor of Shrewsbury, Councillor Alan Townsend. He was accompanied by the Lady Mayoress, along with a host of other local dignitaries and customers.  &ldquo;We are delighted to welcome Eurocell to Shrewsbury, especially as it creates several new jobs in t...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[PVC-U Thermal Inserts for Ultimate 70]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/458/pvc-u-thermal-inserts-for-ultimate-70</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Product code: EWS834P

Our innovative range of PVC-U Thermal Inserts has now been extended, allowing fabricators to use them with Ultimate 70 sashes. This follows from the success of the range with Eurologik profiles since launch.

At a glance, benefits of PVC-U Thermal Inserts include:

    Considerable improvement in thermal performance over unreinforced profiles, giving an Energy Index improvement of up to six points.

    Eliminates...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Kalglass Opens New Hindhead Showroom]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/451/kalglass-opens-new-hindhead-showroom</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Kalglass has proved that quality and service count, by opening a new showroom in Hindhead in what looks set to be a record year for the company.
The new showroom on Portsmouth Road displays numerous conservatory roof designs, along with a wide selection of windows, all fabricated using Eurocell profile systems.

The location doesnt get much better either, with the showroom adjacent to the towns leading gardening and hot tub supplier  Andrew...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Class Act From A C Yule With Eurocell Curtain Walling System]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/448/class-act-from-a-c-yule-with-eurocell-curtain-walling-system</link>
			<description><![CDATA[A C Yule has supplied a stunning new curtain walling system on the main entrance to Kinloss Primary School in Scotland.
The eye-catching entrance was created using a white PVC-U curtain walling system from Eurocell, fitted with a mix of red infill panels and bronzed glass units.

The dazzling colour scheme was selected to match the existing steel framed system, which had lost much of its lustre due to rusting, even though it had been regularly...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell Opens 100th Branch in Shrewsbury]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/445/eurocell-opens-100th-branch-in-shrewsbury</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Eurocell Building Plastics has massive celebrations planned for its 100th branch opening in Shrewsbury on Tuesday 17th November.

All customers are invited to what will be an action packed day. Well known dignitaries, along with local sports stars, will be attending to support this major achievement.

The official commencement of trading will be marked with a ribbon cutting and plaque unveiling ceremony at 11.00am by The Mayor of Shrewsbury, ...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell Appoints New Production Director]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/441/eurocell-appoints-new-production-director</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Mark Timmons has been appointed to the new position of Production Director for Eurocell.

Mark will be responsible for developing and implementing the manufacturing strategy, which is aimed at further strengthening Eurocells position as the UKs leading PVC-U profile systems business.

Mark has extensive experience of the chemicals, food and building products sectors, with International Paint (part of Courtaulds), Walkers Pepsico and Tarmac ...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell Helps University See The Light]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/439/eurocell-helps-university-see-the-light</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The James Parsons Building at Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) has recently undergone extensive modernisation by D &amp; B Facades, using Eurocell PVC-U window boards.
The boards, which were sourced locally from the Eurocell Birkenhead branch, were installed around 1,000 window reveals.

Window boards from Eurocell are pressure-laminated to provide a scratch, heat and moisture-resistant surface, which will provide the university with ma...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Local UPVC Supplier Relocates to Sunderland]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/429/local-upvc-supplier-relocates-to-sunderland</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Installers and DIY&rsquo;ers in the North East have welcomed the relocation of Eurocell Building Plastics&rsquo; Washington branch to Leechmere Industrial Estate, Sunderland. The branch moved to the new premises because it offers much better accessibility for customers as well as being close to other essential trade outlets.  Relocating has given the branch an opportunity to redesign the trade counter area, which is now much more shoppable for customers a...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[How To Make Energy Ratings Work for Window Fabricators]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/432/how-to-make-energy-ratings-work-for-window-fabricators</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Many fabricators are concerned that offering an A rated window can result in a product that customers perceive as too expensive. Here, Martin Saunders, Sales Director at Eurocell, takes a look at how Bristol-based CR Windows addressed this specific issue.
When CR Windows was looking to provide its customers with the option of an off-the-shelf, value for money A rated window, it knew that it would have to focus on the glass specifications  ...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell Goes Globe-Al With New Business Development Manager]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/436/eurocell-goes-globe-al-with-new-business-development-manager</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Chris Globe has been appointed as Commercial Business Development Manager - North for Eurocell.
He brings with him over 20 years experience within the PVC-U industry and has a successful track record of new business development in the public sector.

Chris is now looking forward to using his knowledge and skills to help Eurocell fabricators grow the commercial side of their operations. His priority will be to target new business with public s...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell reaches the parts of Scotland that others can't]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/181/eurocell-reaches-the-parts-of-scotland-that-others-cant</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Trade and DIY customers in Glasgow have welcomed the opening of Eurocell Building Plastics latest branch in Hillington Park.

Customers in Glasgow previously had to travel many miles for their building plastics, which goes to show that Eurocell reaches the parts of Scotland that others cant.

The new branch offers Eurocells full range of products, which extends to over 3,800 lines, the majority of which are held at the branch.  Essential p...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 8 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[New conservatory roof system components]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/318/new-conservatory-roof-system-components</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Building on our commitment to offer fabricators a complete conservatory solution, we have added a new heavy duty rafter bar for lean-to conservatories, along with a bi-fold bolster bar.

Heavy Duty Rafter
	Product Code: CRS8507A
	Length: 6m &amp; 4.25m
	Colours: Aluminium
The new Heavy Duty Rafter bar is designed for larger lean-to conservatories, where spans or heavier loading specifications are required. The bar reduces the need for bolst...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 8 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Sculptured Bay post and Butt Joint]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/351/sculptured-bay-post-and-butt-joint</link>
			<description><![CDATA[EWS130  EWS528A

EWS130 is a 90 degree square corner post with pleasing sculptured flutes running vertically and is reinforced by EWS520A.

EWS528A is a heavy duty aluminium butt joint. It is clad both internally and externally by a fluted PVC-U trim (EWS128) that fully compliments the EWS130 corner post.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 8 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Repair gasket for new Eurologik flex]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/346/repair-gasket-for-new-eurologik-flex</link>
			<description><![CDATA[
	Code: EWS7402

We have launched a new repair gasket for Logik profiles. It replicates the new Logik gasket and can simply be rolled into the frame if the gasket is damaged during fabrication or installation.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 8 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Low Threshold Single Ramp]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/343/low-threshold-single-ramp</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Code: EWS7547A

Colours: Anodised gold and silver

A new product launched for customers who only require a ramp on one side of the low threshold. If carpet or laminate is present on the inside it is usually the case that only a ramp is required on the outside.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 8 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[New Profile Colours - Irish Oak and White Ash]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/326/new-profile-colours-irish-oak-and-white-ash</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Irish Oak LO1  White Ash WZ

We have once again increased choice for customers by launching two sophisticated new colours in the Eurologik Ovolo profile range.

Irish Oak and White Ash came out as clear winners in research. Irish Oak was selected because of its natural, subtle tones, which were preferred to more traditional woodgrain colours. Irish Oak has been foiled on to a new colour matched base, which gives attractive aesthetics when th...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 8 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Composite door outer frame PVC-U Thermal Inserts]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/348/composite-door-outer-frame-pvc-u-thermal-inserts</link>
			<description><![CDATA[
	Code: EWS831P and EWS832P

An extension of the successful PVC-U Thermal Inserts range has been launched for the two composite door outer frames offered with The Dales Collection. Both have screw ports to allow you to mechanically joint the threshold onto the bottom of the goalpost of the frame. Both products have superb screw retention as proved in the recently passed PAS 24 composite door test on The Dales Collection.]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 8 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Making Window Energy Ratings work for you ]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/422/making-window-energy-ratings-work-for-you</link>
			<description><![CDATA[During October we will be running another of our free half day seminars, designed to help customers get to grips with the regulations and guidelines regarding window thermal efficiency performance.

Our first seminar, earlier this month, provided invaluable to customers, allowing them to gain a better understanding of the requirements of decision makes in the commercial sector as well as addressing the legislative issues faced by builders and h...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 8 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell Wins Bloor Homes Account]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/316/eurocell-wins-bloor-homes-account</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Eurocell Building Plastics is celebrating another new business win after being awarded the contract to supply Bloor Homes with its range of building plastics products.


The deal includes PVC-U roofline products such as fascia, soffit and capping boards, as well as a range of window finishing trims.

The Bloor Group is one of the largest privately-owned housebuilding groups in the UK, as well as being the latest company to recognise the bene...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 2 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Rising Home Improvements Finds Eurocell Branch On Its Doorstep ]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/314/rising-home-improvements-finds-eurocell-branch-on-its-doorstep</link>
			<description><![CDATA[When Rising Home Improvements was looking for fascia, soffits and guttering on the Broomleigh Housing Association project in Orpington, Kent it found them, literally, on its doorstep.

The company had been sourcing products for its retail business from Eurocell Building Plastics for many years and so using the nearby Dartford branch was a natural choice.

The company had recently been awarded the contract to carry out work in the area for Bro...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Halifax Welcomes the PVC-U Building Plastics Experts]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/311/halifax-welcomes-the-pvc-u-building-plastics-experts</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Eurocell Building Plastics (EBP) Northern region has opened its latest new branch in Halifax, West Yorkshire.
The branch is located on Pellon Lane Industrial Estate on the main A629 road running through Halifax towards Keighley.

The site was chosen specifically because of its easy accessibility and proximity to several other key trade outlets, such as a decorators centre and plumbers merchant.

The branch will be stocking over 3,800 buil...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Cavalok's Burning Ambition]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/303/cavaloks-burning-ambition</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Cavalok Building Products is celebrating following the results of rigorous fire tests to BS EN 1363 standards on its cavity closers by Chiltern International Fire.

The companys 100mm -150mm cavity closers achieved greater than 60 minute integrity in a timber frame construction and over 90 minutes in masonry.

The tests were commissioned by Cavalok in response to the need for greater fire assessment of cavity closers.

Further tests are be...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 1 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Case Closed - Thermal Performance Improved with Cavity Closers]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/280/case-closed-thermal-performance-improved-with-cavity-closers</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Residents on a development in Liskeard, Cornwall, look set to benefit from the thermal performance enhancing properties of cavity closers. Here, Martin Benn, Sales Manager at Cavalok, explains why 100 per cent post-consumer recycled cavity closers were used on this development.
There have been some fascinating changes in the new-build housing market in response to demand for better thermal performance. Cavity widths have rapidly expanded from t...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Probably the Safest PVC-U Window in the World]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/309/probably-the-safest-pvc-u-window-in-the-world</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Here, Martin Saunders, Sales Director at Eurocell takes a look at the latest anti-ligature window designs.

A window that maximises natural ventilation whilst minimizing the risk of self-harm is vital within secure units. As many authorities look to design-out ligature points, the industry is responding by developing products that address these needs.

It was against this background that Britplas, a Eurocell fabricator, began working in conj...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell's fascia and guttering catalogue updated]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/275/eurocells-fascia-and-guttering-catalogue-updated</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Eurocell has launched the latest update of its established product catalogue, which offers one of the most comprehensive ranges of building plastics products on the market.
The updated catalogue (Summer 2009) features many new products including underground drainage, Cavalok cavity closers and The Dales Collection of composite doors.

Customers can choose from 90 pages of PVC-U roofline, rainwater systems and window finishing trims, as well as...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[CampbellMason reach quarter of a million meters of PVCu with Eurocell]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/271/campbellmason-reach-quarter-of-a-million-meters-of-pvcu-with-eurocell</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Campbell-Mason is celebrating the purchase of its quarter millionth metre of PVC-U profiles, all within the first year of partnering with Eurocell.
A quarter million metres, or 250 kilometres, would stretch all the way from Campbell-Masons head office in Pershore, near Worcester, to Dover on the South coast.

Campbell-Mason offers a wide range of construction related support services throughout the UK. This includes pre tender and stock surve...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Think longer term, says Martin]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/267/think-longer-term-says-martin</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Choose a conservatory roof supply partner carefully and with an eye on the long-term, says Martin Saunders, Sales Director at Eurocell Profiles.
Relaxation of planning rules in 2008, combined with more homeowners deciding to improve rather than move are some of the reasons for continued optimism in the market. Product improvements and marketing initiatives are other key reasons.

Planning for the future
Since October, planning permission f...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[The sustainability of UPVC]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/243/the-sustainability-of-upvc</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The availability of documentation to support the sustainability claims of PVC.

After last months go at the Wood Windows Alliances, to say the least, confusing advertisement being scattered far and wide over the trade and specifier press it got me to thinking about just how much information is available on PVC as a material and its environmental performance. The Green Guide to Specification I wrote about last month is OK as far as it goes, bu...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 3 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Just what the doctor ordered from Eurocell]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/263/just-what-the-doctor-ordered-from-eurocell</link>
			<description><![CDATA[
	When Cheltenham Borough Homes was looking for donation of an entrance door system, it literally found it right on its doorstep. Eurocell donated its &lsquo;Chatsworth&rsquo; style from The Dales Collection of composite entrance doors, through Travis Perkins&rsquo; local branch. Cheltenham Borough Homes had asked key suppliers to donate products for the refurbishment of the old doctor&rsquo;s surgery on Peter Pennel Close as it had a limited budget and wanted to crea...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Sat, 1 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Reaching CO2 targets during a recession]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/240/reaching-co2-targets-during-a-recession</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The Government here is borrowing money at levels unheard of in an attempt to get us through the recession with some economists claiming it will last for two or even three more years. Every sector of industry is asking for Government help including our own. How about a reduction in VAT to 5% on energy efficiency work on houses as a starter? How about spending some of those borrowed billions on upgrading the thermal performance of existing houses, ...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[50th Travis Perkins branch offers Eurocell range]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/257/50th-travis-perkins-branch-offers-eurocell-range</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Eurocell Building Plastics is celebrating supplying its 50th Travis Perkins branch with roofline, cladding and window trim products.
Travis Perkins Machynlleth, Powys, on the West Coast of Wales, becomes the latest branch to stock the range.

The stock profile has been carefully selected by Travis Perkins and Eurocell to provide customers with all the essential products needed on site.

Eurocell manufacturers all of the items offered in the ...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 24 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Its tricky being green... Energy Rating and PVC-U windows.]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/238/its-tricky-being-green-energy-rating-and-pvc-u-windows</link>
			<description><![CDATA[There are some difficult choices when you are trying to be green. What may at first sight be the green option may not always be the case.

Take the ubiquitous plastic bag, attacked from all sides as a blot on the landscape, environmentally unfriendly and forming a floating island somewhere in the Pacific Ocean occupying  several millions of square miles (ish  I cant find the exact figure quoted). But then if you do the Life Cycle Analysis (LC...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Dorwin makes it two in a row]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/233/dorwin-makes-it-two-in-a-row</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Dorwin is celebrating two major new business wins since using Eurocells profile systems.

The most recent, Wessex Housing Group, involves refurbishment of the housing associations entire dwelling stock as part of a four-year programme.

The company will be supplying and installing windows and doors fabricated using Eurocells Eurologik profile system.

Prior to securing this latest new business win, Hampshire-based Dorwin had been awarded...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Burning issue not linked to PVC-U]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/218/burning-issue-not-linked-to-pvc-u</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The response by some sections of the national press to the tragic Camberwell fire has been deeply disappointing. More specifically, claims that the building was fitted with PVC-U window frames, which exacerbate the spread of fire were fundamentally flawed, alarmist and irresponsible.
The British Plastics Federation (BPF) responded quickly by highlighting these erroneous reports and pointing out that the windows in the building were actually stee...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[PVCaware.org reassures on fire safety after Camberwell tragedy]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/227/pvcawareorg-reassures-on-fire-safety-after-camberwell-tragedy</link>
			<description><![CDATA[PVCaware.org, the British Plastics Federations campaign body for windows, has written to reassure editors of PVC-Us fire safety record following the inclusion of erroneous quotes in reports on the Camberwell tragedy at the Lakanal House block of flats on 3 July.

Several publications quoted architect Sam Webb saying that plastic windows had been installed recently in the flats. In fact Southwark Council confirmed to the BPF that the windows w...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Building a Strong Future for Conservatories]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/305/building-a-strong-future-for-conservatories</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The conservatory sector still offers opportunities as many homeowners choose to improve rather than move. Here, Eurocell takes a look at why it is therefore especially important to choose a partner that can offer all round benefits.

In current market conditions, fabricators are looking for conservatory roof partners that can provide them with clear business advantages. This includes offering a one-stop-shop service to achieve efficient sourci...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell Helps its UPVC Customers Soar Ahead in Dumfries]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/307/eurocell-helps-its-upvc-customers-soar-ahead-in-dumfries</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Finding Eurocell Building Plastics new branch in Dumfries couldnt be easier  just look out for the signs to Dumfries and Galloway Aviation Museum!
A fitting location too, as Eurocell branches continue to help contractors and installers throughout the country soar ahead by giving them access to a huge range of well-designed quality PVC-U building plastic products.
Manufacturing the majority of items offered in the branch ensures customers ben...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell tackles the Cumbria Way for charity]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/211/eurocell-tackles-the-cumbria-way-for-charity</link>
			<description><![CDATA[When it comes to a challenge, theres no stopping the Eurocell team! The latest in a long line of adventures is The Cumbria Way - a gruelling 76 mile hike South to North across the Lake District from Ulverston to Carlisle.

All money raised will be donated to the Muscular Dystrophy charity, which leads the fight against muscle disease. Eurocell staff decided to support the charity after retiring Sales &amp; Marketing Director David Salt was dia...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell reaches the parts others can't]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/183/eurocell-reaches-the-parts-others-cant</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Trade and DIY customers in Glasgow have welcomed the opening of Eurocell Building Plastics latest branch in Hillington Park.



Customers in Glasgow previously had to travel many miles for their building plastics, which goes to show that Eurocell reaches the parts of Scotland that others cant.

The new branch offers Eurocells full range of products, which extends to over 3,800 lines, the majority of which are held at the branch.  Essenti...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell Sheffield is on the move]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/187/eurocell-sheffield-is-on-the-move</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Access to building plastic products in Sheffield has never been better since Eurocell moved to its new premises at Unit 5, Rutland Way.



The new site is perfectly located within the centre of Sheffields building trade sector, which includes Wickes, MKM, Speedy Hire and Tile Centre - all within yards. Ample parking and access to over 3,800 building plastics has already resulted in the branch picking up a large amount of passing trade as wel...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 12 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[WER its at]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/192/wer-its-at</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Here, Martin Saunders, Sales Director for Eurocell Profiles, looks at how energy efficiency and sustainability are becoming major driving forces within the company.



Around a quarter of all carbon dioxide emissions, the main greenhouse gas, are emitted from buildings. With environmental concerns high on the agenda, it has resulted in consumers, specifiers and developers increasingly focusing on products that help them tackle these issues. ...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 9 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[The answer to all your PVC-u problems]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/147/the-answer-to-all-your-pvc-u-problems</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Once again our resident agony uncles, Bill Jowett and Bill Devitt, are here to solve your PVC-u conundrums, answer those questions...

...that have been keeping you awake at night and give you the low-down on everything Eurocell. With their vast industry expertise theyre sure to have the answer to all your PVC-u problems. Take a look at their responses to the latest round of questions from customers. If you have concerns or queries of your own...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 8 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Support from the innovators]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/154/support-from-the-innovators</link>
			<description><![CDATA[David Salt, Eurocell Building Plastics Sales and Marketing Director, and Martin Saunders, Eurocell Profiles Sales Director, explain how our product development programmes can help customers to combat the downturn


Our relationship with customers is founded on partnership. Everyone we work with is being affected to some degree by the economic downturn and, at Eurocell, we are determined to do all we can to help our customers to maximise their ...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 8 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Rough guide to regulations]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/156/rough-guide-to-regulations</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Keeping pace with Building Regulations for window and door installations can be challenging. Phil Parry, Accreditations Manager at Eurocell, presents our brief guide to trouble-free compliance

For anyone choosing windows and doors for replacement projects or new-build homes or commercial properties, the raft of applicable Building Regulations and Standards can seem daunting.

Its true that windows and doors, depending on their location and ...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 8 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Quality keeps customers coming back]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/159/quality-keeps-customers-coming-back</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Mark Brown, Managing Director of CR Windows in Bristol, has his say. When three new directors  including  founders daughter Karen Wadham...



 took over the running of CR Windows a year ago, we were continuing our tradition as a family firm, at the same time as opening a new chapter in the companys 31-year history.

Spreading the word 
Its been an exciting first year for us, despite an inauspicious start with news of the credit crunc...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 8 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Survival of the fittest]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/162/survival-of-the-fittest</link>
			<description><![CDATA[An economic downturn is no time to stand still and wait for things to improve. Our top tips for business survival in these challenging times...

will help you to steer your business in the right direction. As the global recession bites harder, businesses across the UK are bracing themselves to weather the economic storm, hoping to emerge leaner and stronger at the end of it.

But how exactly do you guide your business through the most volatil...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 8 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Easy-fit doors the Eurocell way]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/164/easy-fit-doors-the-eurocell-way</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Eurocell Product Design Manager Ian Kernaghan guides you through the simple installation process for Dales Collection composite doors 

Dales Collection composite doors from Eurocell are the clear first choice for high-quality, attractive and robust entrance doors. Theyre highly secure, hard-wearing, weather-proof and available in a range of styles and colours. Whats more, theyre easy to fit. Just follow our simple seven-step guide for smoo...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 8 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Innovation extends product range]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/167/innovation-extends-product-range</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Heres a round-up of the latest products and innovations that enhance the Eurocell Profiles and Eurocell Building Plastics ranges

Window and door products from Eurocell Profiles

PVC-u Thermal Inserts 
After 12 months of testing, Eurocell has launched its new range of PVC-u Thermal Inserts. Offering a genuine alternative to steel and aluminium reinforcements, they help to create windows that far exceed not only current Building Regulations...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 8 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Open and closed case for Cavalok at care home]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/144/open-and-closed-case-for-cavalok-at-care-home</link>
			<description><![CDATA[It was definitely an open and closed case for sustainability and energy efficiency when Cavaloks cavity closer system helped The Aster Group create 55 new self contained flats/apartments as part of the Passmore Edwards Extra Care scheme in Liskeard, Cornwall.

The Aster Group is a collection of housing associations that own and manage over 16,000 properties across the South West.

Cavalok is the only manufacturer of BBA-accredited cavity clo...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Wed, 27 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Windows create sustainable and comfortable buildings]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/132/windows-create-sustainable-and-comfortable-buildings</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Driven in part by legislative requirement and client&rsquo;s desire to create sustainable and thermally efficient developments, building designers are carefully considering each material element of their designs. Here, Martin Saunders, Sales Director at Eurocell, takes a look at the different considerations when specifying windows.  &ldquo;Windows have a major bearing on the sustainability and energy efficiency of buildings and there are many factors to co...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Solarframe creates a ray of light in a tough market]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/136/solarframe-creates-a-ray-of-light-in-a-tough-market</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Solarframe is proving that it is possible to succeed in a tough market after opening a new 25,000 sq/ft window, door and conservatory roof fabrication unit in Goldthorpe, South Yorkshire.The company started trading in February 2009, creating 15 jobs in the area and has already created a healthy order book that extends to the end of this year.  Steve Taylor and business partner Tony Grindley, set up Solarframe because they recognised a need for ...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Class act by Nationwide at Primary School]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/139/class-act-by-nationwide-at-primary-school</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Nationwide Windows is helping Hatherton Primary School in Walsall, West Midlands, undergo a major refurbishment and modernisation programme to create a warmer and more comfortable learning environment for pupils.  As part of the scheme, Nationwide Windows fitted over 80 replacement PVC-u casement windows as a long lasting and low-maintenance solution to existing timber windows that had rotted and deteriorated beyond repair. Nationwide Windows h...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell's three week changeover sets Dorwin up for the future.]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/127/eurocells-three-week-changeover-sets-dorwin-up-for-the-future</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Hampshire-based leading commercial window and door fabricator Dorwin set itself up for the future with an amazing three week change over to Eurocell&rsquo;s profile system.  Following continued expansion over the last few years, the company was looking for a PVC-u profile system partner that could provide a platform to take the company forward.  Dorwin has over thirty years experience of working with profile system suppliers and therefore knew exac...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[New Eurocell Profiles offer allround benefits]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/120/new-eurocell-profiles-offer-allround-benefits</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Eurocell has launched an innovative new version of its acclaimed Eurologik profile system. Offering significantly improved airtightness and weathering performance, the profiles have a new gasket system for superior adhesion and faster, easier fabrication.  The Post Co-Extruded (PCE) gasket is manufactured from a specially developed compound and features a two-leg profile connection system and one-way support arm, which provides excellent adhesi...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Fri, 8 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell Improves Shopability at Alfreton Branch]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/116/eurocell-improves-shopability-at-alfreton-branch</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Eurocell Building Plastics&rsquo; Alfreton branch has made it even easier for customers to find the products they need by undergoing a major trade counter refurbishment.  Improving shopability was a priority and resulted in a complete re-design of the sales area. The new look trade counter now has an open plan format, with products displayed on all walls, allowing customers to have direct access to the merchandise.  Previously, products such as han...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell Helps to Deliver Better Homes at CIH Exhibition]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/109/eurocell-helps-to-deliver-better-homes-at-cih-exhibition</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Eurocell will be demonstrating how it can help deliver better homes by showcasing two major new products at this year&rsquo;s Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) exhibition, at Harrogate between 16 -18 June 2009.Eurocell is the UK&rsquo;s leading supplier of quality PVC-u window, door and roofline systems and offers a complete building plastics solution. This means it can offer an exact colour match guarantee on PVC-u products across the entire building env...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[The Frame Game]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/77/the-frame-game</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Achieving energy efficiency is becoming an ever more onerous requirement for both building designers and homeowners.  However, many fabricators are concerned that offering an &lsquo;A&rsquo; rated window can result in a product that customers perceive as too expensive. Here, Martin Saunders, Sales Director at Eurocell, takes a look at how the company set about developing a better value &lsquo;A&rsquo; rated window system.  &ldquo;Products that have a reduced impact on the...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 7 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell Vertical Slider a Great Addition for Window Sash Company]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/79/eurocell-vertical-slider-a-great-addition-for-window-sash-company</link>
			<description><![CDATA[The Window Sash Company has recently added Eurocell&rsquo;s vertical sliding sash window to its range because it provides homeowners with improved fire safety, along with superior aesthetics.  The company, which is based in Havant, Hampshire, supplies and fits high quality vertical sliding windows, as well as composite and bi-fold doors, for commercial and residential customers and has over 19 years of industry experience.  Eurocell&rsquo;s vertical slid...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 7 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Malbern Windows Takes Extra Care of Residents on PFI Scheme]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/17/malbern-windows-takes-extra-care-of-residents-on-pfi-scheme</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Malbern Windows is celebrating another successful project completion after supplying over 500 windows to Cheshire Extra Care, a &pound;200m+ PFI housing scheme - one of the largest of its kind in the UK.  Cheshire Extra Care is a design-and-build project awarded to avantage, a consortium made up of Harvest Housing Group, MJ Gleeson Group and Nationwide Building Society. Malbern Windows supplied and installed the windows on behalf of main contractor, ...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Safe and Secure with Quantum Windows]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/21/safe-and-secure-with-quantum-windows</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Choosing Quantum Windows can make your home more secure &ndash; that&rsquo;s the clear message to homeowners from the Corby-based fabricator, having recently achieved a host of new security accreditations.  Quantum has become one of the first UK fabricators to gain the PAS24 standard on outward opening PVC-u French doors, plus PAS23 and PAS24 for its single outward-opening and inward-opening doors, without mid-rail.  PAS 23-1: 1999 covers the general per...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell Building Plastics Opens its Latest Branch in Medway]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/23/eurocell-building-plastics-opens-its-latest-branch-in-medway</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Medway City Industrial Estate has proved an ideal location for Eurocell&rsquo;s latest branch opening because it is so well known to everyone in the area and easily accessible from all major roads.  The branch at Medway, which offers over 3,800 building products, has been a welcome addition for local tradespeople and DIY&rsquo;ers looking for excellent quality, great service and real value for money.  Eurocell is encouraging customers to try the new bran...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Everything Under One Roof at Eurocell Lincoln]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/26/everything-under-one-roof-at-eurocell-lincoln</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Builders, contractors and DIY&rsquo;ers can literally find everything under one roof, thanks to Eurocell&rsquo;s latest branch opening in North Hykeham, Lincoln.  The branch is unique in the Midlands region because it offers fabrication of Eurocell&rsquo;s conservatory roof system, along with an amazing trade counter range of over 3,800 building plastic products.  Having a trade counter, warehouse and conservatory centre is proving an irresistible combination ...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell Branch Opens in the Middle of Essex Triangle]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/27/eurocell-branch-opens-in-the-middle-of-essex-triangle</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Eurocell Building Plastics (EBP) has strengthened its presence in Essex by opening its latest branch in Wickford.  The town is in an ideal location because it is the geographic centre of the Basildon, Southend and Chelmsford triangle, giving customers much better access to over 3,800 building plastic products.  Locating the new branch in a medium size town means better access from all major roads, which means customers can avoid much of the t...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Eurocell adds another string to its bow in east London]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/11/eurocell-adds-another-string-to-its-bow-in-east-london</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Eurocell Building Plastics, one of the UK&rsquo;s fastest growing national chains of building plastics outlets for trade and DIY customers, has opened its latest branch in Bow, East London.    Easily accessible and within minutes of the main A12 and A13 roads that run through this part of London, the new branch will provide quick and convenient access for customers in the area.  Bow was the ideal site for Eurocell&rsquo;s new branch because of its cent...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Mon, 9 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[AGS Creates A Room With A View!]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/25/ags-creates-a-room-with-a-view</link>
			<description><![CDATA[AGS Home Improvements recently proved that you can&rsquo;t beat a room with a view when it installed vertical sliding windows on Newquay&rsquo;s Great Western Hotel.  Using Eurocell&rsquo;s PVC-u profile system, AGS was contracted by St Austell Brewery to replace the original timber vertical sliding windows that had deteriorated beyond repair.  The brewery&rsquo;s brief required the replacement of the windows with a product that reflected the traditional style of th...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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			<title><![CDATA[Alternative Windows helps refurbish homes in York]]></title>
			<link>http://www.eurocell.co.uk/9/news/post/1/alternative-windows-helps-refurbish-homes-in-york</link>
			<description><![CDATA[Alternative Windows recently helped City of York Council refurbish 64 of its properties where the windows had deteriorated beyond economic repair.



After surveying the properties in the Westfield and Acomb areas, Alternative supplied and installed UPVC windows fabricated using Eurocells Eurologik Ovolo system. The council chose Ovolo because its fully sculptured profile provided superior aesthetics compared to the other systems it had been...]]></description>
			<pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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