Replacement windows and doors supplied for Kenrick House

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Shelforce now producing 200 fire doors a week

Shelforce has increased the manufacturing capacity for its fully compliant Fireshel 30-minute fire, smoke and security resistant door and is now producing 200 doors a week to cope with rising... Read more

It's Howard Trotter of Shelforce

Shelforce Business Manager receives G-Award nomination

Howard Trotter, Business Manager at Shelforce, has been nominated for the Unsung Hero Award at the G22 Awards. The award recognises those in the industry who have gone above and... Read more

FIre door protecting house from flames.

The Importance of Regular Fire Door Maintenance

With a new date for Fire Door Safety Week to be announced due to its postponement because of the passing of the Queen, it’s important to know the signs you... Read more

Howard Trotter and team

Shelforce nominated for Diversity Champion at national ScaleUp Awards

Leading Birmingham window and door manufacturer Shelforce is a finalist for Diversity Champion at the Scale-Up Awards 2022. The company, which specialises in providing high-quality PVCu and aluminium products to... Read more

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What is the purpose of a PEEP Plan?

A Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan, known as a PEEP plan, is a bespoke escape plan for anyone who may have difficulties reaching a place of safety unaided in the event... Read more

Firedoor

5 Reasons to Change Fire Door Suppliers (& choose us!)

As awareness grows about fire doors following the Grenfell tragedy, many local authorities, housing associations, contractors, construction companies and installers are looking for internal and external FD30 and FD60 fire... Read more

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Birmingham crowned the UK’s first Compassionate City

Have you heard? Earlier this year, Birmingham became the UK's first accredited Compassionate City! Recognised for putting kindness and compassion at the heart of communities, Birmingham has gained this extraordinary... Read more

Eurocell uPVC casement windows

When should uPVC windows be replaced? 10 tell-tale signs to look out for

Durable, efficient, low maintenance, and versatile, uPVC has been a popular window material in Britain since the late 1980s. Widely used in both residential and commercial improvement projects throughout Birmingham,... Read more

New build properties on Gladstone Street on which we supplied windows and doors

Are building regs changing?

Paving the way towards net-zero CO2 targets by 2050, as of Wednesday 15th June 2022, building regulations in England are changing. So, whether you’re a homeowner, trade installer, architect, or... Read more

Yellow flames

7 top fire safety tips for the workplace

No matter the type of setting it's for, an effective fire safety strategy should always centre around the maxim 'prevention is better than cure'. The consequences of a fire are... Read more