Padiham Glass has reported a significant upturn in demand for its insulating glass units, a development the firm believes could be linked to growing industry emphasis on energy efficiency.

Within the past 18 months, Lancashire based Padiham has invested over £3million in new premises and equipment, a key component of which has been a new Forel production line which incorporates an innovative hopper system to apply Bostik P5125 Hot Melt sealant, and which also uses Edgetech’s Super Spacer technology.

This particular combination has enabled Padiham to increase its output by around 40 per cent and means they can offer some of the most energy efficient units available.

In fact the set-up has proved so successful that another Forel line, capable of handling both Super Spacer and traditional aluminium spacers, is to be installed in November after its appearance on the Forel stand at this year’s Glasstec exhibition.

Jeremy Kemp, operations director at Padiham, believes this will be essential for future growth. He comments: ‘With the current focus on Window Energy Ratings and likely future amends to Part L, being able to offer energy efficient units is paramount. This is why we have taken great care to select products and equipment that help our units excel in this particular area.

He continues: ‘Add this to the other improvements we have made, such as offering a nationwide delivery service, and it is clear to see why we have witnessed such a massive increase in business. Indeed, this increase is so substantial that we have even taken steps to further strengthen our sales team with the appointment of Wes Clarkson.’

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Glass Age