90 Industry News Also online at www.dijonline.co.uk Door Industry Journal Summer 2026 Entrance, Internal, Sliding & Bi-folding Doors FENTRADE SUPPORTS REJUVENATION OF CITY CENTRE SHOPPING MALL A MAJOR transformation and revitalisation of a Newport city centre shopping district has been supported by specialist independent trade fabricator Fentrade Limited. The project saw the creation of a complete new shopping area within the Kingsway Centre with nine sets of shopfront doors and screens manufactured in RAL9005 matt black finish from Jack Aluminium profiles. The new shopping area will make more space available for small local traders to access start-up retail units and complement the recent addition of a traditional market and entertainment area in the Kingsway. Commenting on this latest commercial undertaking, Chris Reeks, Fentrade’s Managing Director, was pleased with the outcome: “Newport is one of the fastest-growing cities in Wales and it’s been a pleasure to work with the Kingsway Centre to help them develop a shopping experience that will drive more visitors to the city centre. Working closely with their team we provided open, bright and welcoming entrances to appeal to traders and shoppers alike.” Fentrade’s commercial offering has continued to grow and it has become a go-to fabricator for trade installers requiring high-quality GFT shopfronts and screens suitable for multiple applications. The Kingsway project required non-thermally broken screens with easy-to-use yet secure locking and single glazed laminated panes, but Fentrade’s portfolio also encompasses thermally broken profile systems with multiple options of standard, secure and emergency-access locking. “Being involved in such a project in our home town is a great source of pride for our team and us as a company,” continues Chris, “and it is also exciting for our products to form an integral part of a drive to increase footfall into the city centre when other high street shopping areas are struggling.” www.fentrade.co.uk Aluminium’s 45-year lifespan is changing the fenestration conversation WHILE PRICE will always be a big part of the conversation when selling windows and doors, according to Endurance® Aluminium, the long lifespan of aluminium is helping to shift the focus. Consumers are becoming increasingly motivated to save money on their energy bills in the short term and do the right thing by the environment and their purse strings in the long-term. “Homeowners are becoming more aware of the long-term impact of their buying-decisions,” says Scott Foster, sales and marketing director of the Endurance Group. “Yes, they want immediate savings, but when offered products that will last longer, cost less to maintain, and have a lower environmental impact over time, they understand that premium aluminium windows and doors are a stronger longterm investment.” Aluminium systems can last between 40 and 50 years, which compares to the typical lifespan of PVC-U which is 25 to 35 years. When it comes to recyclability and reuse, aluminium scores well too because it is infinitely recyclable without any loss of quality. It is estimated that approximately 75% of all aluminium ever produced is still in use today, thanks to its infinite recyclability, and most modern systems now contain high levels of recycled content ensuring they deliver a lower environmental impact over time. “Aluminium is a future-proof choice in a sustainability-driven market which means aluminium installers have a clear, usable message for homeowners,” continues Scott. “The material is ideal for eco-conscious consumers because the long lifespan of aluminium reduces the amount of waste created. Its recyclability also supports greener building practices. And the material maintains its inherent benefits for its lifetime ensuring durability and thermal efficiency for years to come. “Installers that are equipped with simple, compelling sustainability talking points like these can sell premium aluminium windows and doors with confidence. They can move the conversation away from price and onto performance, sustainability, and long-term value. “Endurance® Aluminium is pleased to be able to support installers who are looking for a future-focused solution.” www.endurance.co.uk
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