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Shelforce and its Business Manager Howard Trotter have been named winner of the Workplace Champion award at the 2026 Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce Awards, recognising the company’s outstanding commitment... Read more
Fire regulations for Tower Blocks are changing rapidly, with new legislation, updated testing standards and tighter oversight reshaping how high-rise residential buildings are designed, refurbished and maintained. For local authorities,... Read more
Fire safety in local authority buildings depends on far more than certified fire doors alone. Every element within the building envelope, including uPVC windows and doors, plays a role in... Read more
More than half of social housing providers do not feel fully prepared for the introduction of Awaab’s Law, according to a new white paper from Shelforce. Titled Navigating Awaab’s Law: Compliance,... Read more
The short answer: Lean manufacturing reduces defects, standardises the production process and builds quality into every stage of the production line. For landlords, that translates directly into fire doors and... Read more
The short answer is a modern pvc window in social housing is no longer a basic building element. It is a safety-critical component that must meet strict regulatory standards across... Read more
The short version is: tilt & turn windows are the most compliant, lowest-maintenance, and most versatile window type available for housing association stock. Keep reading for the regulatory detail, performance... Read more
The concept of energy efficiency, energy efficiency practices, and energy conservation play a key role in reducing energy consumption, energy usage, and the overall environmental impact of buildings. A strategic... Read more
Fire safety remains a central concern for local authorities responsible for schools, social housing, care facilities and civic buildings across the UK. Recent scrutiny of building design has reinforced the... Read more
Delivering durable, compliant and cost-effective housing at scale requires careful specification. Windows influence energy performance, maintenance budgets, resident comfort and long-term asset value. For decades, uPVC has remained the material... Read more
