Leading UK systems company Liniar recently announced it is breaking ground on ambitious growth plans, which include doubling the size of its single site extrusion operation in Derbyshire. We catch up with Group Sales Director…
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Liniar stands at the forefront of British manufacturing and design innovation, producing a wide range of products for the fenestration and construction markets. It’s also the biggest supplier of PVCu and composite decking to the…
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A thriving business with ambitious plans For well over a decade leading UK systems house Liniar has experienced significant, continuous growth. A considerable achievement given recent events such as Brexit, Covid-19, and the ongoing war…
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Since its humble beginnings back in 1974, Liniar has seen many family members working together across different departments – at one stage we even had three generations of the same family. But no-one as young…
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When purchasing new windows homeowners have a variety of factors to consider. Thermal efficiency usually features very high up on the list of priorities and is often explained within the industry using a U-value. However,…
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As an installer, how do you choose a supplier for your windows and doors – and more importantly, how can you be sure they’re manufacturing them to the quality standards specified by the systems company?…
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We’ve all heard stories from disgruntled customers who feel they’ve been mis-sold a product or service. Mis-selling is negligent at best and deceptive at worst and should be avoided at all costs. Cross-selling and upselling…
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As an industry, following on from the last couple of years’ disruption, we’re now entering yet more unprecedented times, with inflation at an all-time high, interest rates rising at a staggering rate, and consumer confidence…
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Building Our Skills (BOS) was established to tackle the growing skills gap within the fenestration, glass and glazing industry. By working closely with employees and other organisations (for example schools and colleges), the enterprise aims…
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A recent report from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) predicts an impending global economic downturn due to factors including rampant inflation and the war in Ukraine[1]. As a result, businesses serving the public, including PVCu…
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The global climate emergency is in sharp focus, and it is more important than ever that businesses, both large and small, create sustainable products using sustainable methods. We all have our part to play, from…
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Colin Gotheridge has been part of the Liniar family for 16 years. At 71 years young he is very happy in his role as a delivery driver in the Transport and Logistics team, with no…
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With an apprenticeship programme that goes back over four decades, Liniar fully recognises the value of on-the-job learning, and as a method of personal and professional development it was something that attracted Louis Rawson to…
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In a manufacturing environment, safety is something that affects everyone. Having recently won a global award from parent company Quanex for its excellent safety record, Liniar continues to promote a strong safety culture across its…
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The UK is currently experiencing some of the hottest temperatures on record, and the impacts of climate change are causing increasingly hotter drier summers with more frequent and intense weather extremes predicted[1]. Windows are not…
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The spiralling cost of living, environmental sustainability, and a need to reduce carbon emissions and help manage climate change are familiar issues these days. A common thread connecting them all is energy efficiency. Did you…
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Apprenticeships are a key component of our business strategy at Liniar. We believe in a long-term, sustainable business that encourages new talent to the fenestration industry through on-the-job training and professional development. Currently there are…
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In a bid to help window fitters save time when quoting for new business and producing surveys, PVCu systems company Liniar has given away hundreds of window stencils – raising money for Rainbows Hospice…
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Creating a Resurgence in energy performance The call for the UK to improve the energy efficiency of homes has come into sharp focus off the back of COP26 and the world declaring a climate emergency….
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Make sustainability your focus, says Liniar The 70mm Liniar window system was launched in 2008 and is still one of the most technically advanced systems on the market. It’s also fully designed, extruded, tested and…
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In 2015, leading PVCu systems company Liniar was purchased by US-based, NYSE-listed Quanex Building Products. This acquisition meant little change ‘on the ground’, with both companies having similar cultural values. Having acquired world class facilities,…
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Choice. If you’re in a Sales role, it can be the best tool at your disposal. Being able to offer customers alternative product options could make all the difference when it comes to making a…
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British made, good for the environment and easy to install, Liniar’s PVCu and composite fencing systems can help transform your holiday home outdoor living area into one of privacy and security. Caravan parks aren’t typically…
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The coronavirus pandemic has changed the way many of us do business forever. Digital tools and communication channels have proved to be a massive part of being able to continue operating in a challenging environment…
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When choosing an outdoor living space for your holiday home there are many things to consider. Industry-leading PVCu decking manufacturer Liniar is here to help, with a practical guide to choosing the right holiday home…
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With the latest update from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) and the United Nations, it’s clear that the future of our planet needs more focus than ever. While we can’t affect change in…
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Does your company use case studies and testimonials to its advantage? Whilst collecting them may not be at the top of your to-do list while business is booming, maybe it should be. Industry-leading systems company…
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The pandemic has required every business in our sector to rethink how it operates whilst adapting to an ever-changing environment. Demand throughout the construction industry has skyrocketed, thanks to homeowners spending on home improvements instead…
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It’s finally summer and the trend for home improvements is still going strong. With the housing market booming and consumers looking to make improvements to their living spaces, there are lots of things for installers…
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The COVID-19 pandemic changed the way we work during 2020. Even though many of us have now returned to the office, many more people have seen the introduction of more flexible, hybrid working situations, where…
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During 2020 we witnessed a shift in consumer buying habits, for two primary reasons: online versus in-person shopping and the inability to socialise. The pandemic forced homeowners to spend more time within their homes and…
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2020 has seen a pandemic monopolise our screens, social media timelines and minds while detrimentally impacting the communities and lives around us. We ask industry-leading systems company what role it’s had in supporting its local…
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Whether for growing families who require more space, or homeowners wanting to bring more light into their homes, sales of glazed roofs and extensions are once again on the rise. This is undoubtedly a result…
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From green Government initiatives to documentaries like Blue Planet, the world around us is keen to prevent ongoing climate change damage from impacting our communities – and possibly reversing some of the damage that has…
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The United Kingdom’s landscape is awash with properties from a variety of periods and with a variety of styles. From the ultra-modern abodes of the suburbs to heritage properties full of character and until recently,…
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This summer has seen an unprecedented amount of change – and it looks like we’re in this for the long haul even as we return to our new version of normal life. One major difference…
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The word ‘unprecedented’ has been reaching the point of overuse in 2020, thanks to the coronavirus pandemic. As businesses temporarily closed their premises and homeowners shut themselves inside as part of the lockdown, we knew…
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Staycations are on the rise this year and many families are choosing to reallocate the funds they would have spent on a summer holiday on home improvements instead. From extensions, conservatories and garden rooms to…
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Over the last ten years, we’ve seen a notable increase in the average temperature during Britain’s summers. With temperature’s regularly exceeding 30°C throughout July, August and September – especially in the south of the country…
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Liniar’s Group Managing Director Martin Thurley discusses the complex challenges facing the fenestration industry in 2020 and beyond. We’re in the midst of a pandemic – something not seen on this scale for more than…
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The economic impacts from COVID-19 have only just begun and while we’re already seeing staggering changes across the country, the full extent of what this might do has yet to be realised. Whilst there are…
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Gardens have become the safe place for those lucky enough to have them – a sanctuary if you will – while we’ve all been relegated to our homes during the lockdown. This has seen a…
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Sue Davenport, Group Marketing Director at Liniar, explores the true meaning of marketing. At the time of writing, I’m sitting in my makeshift office (the dining room) where I’ve been based for the last…
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What was your business ethos prior to COVID-19? How has it changed throughout the pandemic? If it has changed, is this something you plan on continuing going forward? The pandemic has had one interesting side…
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The worldwide pandemic of COVID-19 has brought challenging and distressing times for many. Yet, through the negativity, there have been spots of brightness. From Sir Tom Moore raising millions for the NHS as he walked…
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The world around us is changing and along with it are customer behaviours. Property owners are more aware of the impacts that the products they purchase have on the environment – whether it is through…
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Normal life has changed as we know it. Gone are the commutes into work and dealing with traffic jams; replaced with kids, dogs, partners and a lockdown. If you’re not accustomed to working from home…
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Industry-leading systems house Liniar recently announced the addition of a ‘flexible bead’ to its Alumina door system. While a flexible bead isn’t new to the PVCu industry, Liniar has taken the concept a step further…
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Charged with directing the United Nations’ global health responses, the World Health Organisation has monitored and made recommendations surrounding the impact of noise pollution on humanity for more than a decade. As the Heathrow expansion…
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Sustainability, carbon footprints, recycling and green manufacturing processes are now commonplace discussions across the boardrooms of systems companies, fabricators and installers. Not only are consumers more educated about the impact on the environment of the…
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White. Cream. Rosewood. Chartwell Green. Irish Oak. Anthracite Grey. The fenestration industry has witnessed a revolution of colour throughout the last decade – and it shows no signs of stopping. The days of property owners…
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We live in the age of Greta Thunberg, Extinction Rebellion and even Sir David Attenborough telling us that the planet is under severe threat from a global warming catastrophe. It’s more than social media influencers…
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An article was recently published in The Glazine and other trade press with Anglo European making claims its reinforcement is “a match for those supplied by three named systems companies” – one of which is Liniar….
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Whilst sustainability and environmental issues have, in the past few years, been highlighted across the media, in documentaries and on social media platforms, one PVCu systems company has been making them a primary operational focus…
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Safety is paramount at every step of the fenestration process – and one systems company believes this starts at home. Liniar, well-known for investment, innovation and product development is also setting the bar high for…
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From Centre Court at Wimbledon to the stunning retractable roof at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, adding roofs which provide the ability to see the sky or add light without the biting British wind and…
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Social media, the internet and news outlets are a platform for global conversation surrounding sustainability, climate change and humanity’s impact on the environment; and as a part of the wider petrochemical industry, more and more…
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We hate to mention the ‘C’ word just yet – but the next Christmas holiday season is just around the corner. Some may think it’s too soon to start planning for 2020’s market trends, but…
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Launched in December 2018, Liniar’s Elevate lantern-style roof took the industry by storm. The latest addition to the company’s prestigious range of windows, doors, conservatories and outdoor products, its launch of Elevate was planned as…
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The UK fenestration industry is many things: innovative, welcoming, creative, friendly, hardworking – and offers a multitude of opportunities. It can also be confusing and complex. The fenestration industry’s inter-dependent supply chain can lead to…
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The fenestration industry often sees installation companies rushing to undercut each other on price to be the cheapest on the market. This strategy is unsustainable in the long term, with margins squeezed until there’s nothing…
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Launched three years ago at the 2016 FIT Show, the Alumina bi-fold was an industry-first and turned heads for all the right reasons. Now, a few years on, we revisit this revolutionary aluminium product to…
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Whilst PVCu windows, doors and conservatories require less maintenance than other materials, it’s still important to the longevity of the windows to keep them maintained and looking their best. Liniar provides its fabricators, installers and…
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The 2016 Referendum seems like a lifetime ago and just yesterday, all at the same time. Every day the media is full of warnings of a No Deal Brexit but not much detail about what…
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The summer of 2019 brings the perfect storm of variables which may make it one of the most productive and profitable summers for installers and fabricators of PVCu conservatories, orangeries and extensions. We’ve been fortunate…
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The industry is going through a period of change – and many fabricators are choosing to spread the risk by either dual sourcing their PVCu profile or changing system company altogether. Choosing to change such…
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For a window fabricator or installer, choosing a systems provider is one of the most important decisions you can make. Whether you’re a brand new window fabricator or installer, or you’re considering an alternative to…
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Industry-leading systems company Liniar has a well-earned reputation for consistently launching the most groundbreaking products in the industry. Thanks to parent company Quanex’s commitment to innovation, Liniar will continue to break the mould. When we…
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Getting a uPVC window fabrication company off the ground requires perfect choreography of suppliers and the patience to play the waiting game for everything to fall into place. What if there were companies who worked…
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We live in the age of instant gratification and social media – the power of word of mouth advertising is more critical than it has ever been. When a customer wants to complain they’ll go…
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Leading the fenestration industry year after year, cutting-edge systems company, Liniar, gives us insight on how they stay ahead of the curve when it comes to innovation and energy efficiency. From launching the first Passivhaus…
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We’re deep into the age of technology and a long way from the days when you’d see children playing outdoors, families in the back garden and life without YouTube and Facebook. When you’re discussing the…
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Innovation, expertise and cutting-edge products won’t go far for a systems company without a knowledgeable, prepared network of fabricators and installers to manufacture and install their products to specification. Without the assistance of the systems…
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Liniar’s newest product innovation, Resurgence, is an 80mm double-rebated flush sash system that gives a nod to the forefathers of fenestration. Increasingly popular since their invention in the 17th century, Liniar has brought the flush…
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Beautiful, elegant and sophisticated, Liniar windows offer stunning views out into the garden, over the horizon and into the sky – but choosing a Liniar window comes with so much more. Over the last decade,…
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Whether you’re a two-person installation team, a nationwide installation company, a fabricator or a systems company, everyone in the fenestration supply chain benefits from a robust media library – especially in the digital world we…
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The 2019 FIT Show announced its marketing theme at a recent Exhibitor Day – Everyone’s Going Live. The people in our industry have always been the stars of the FIT Show’s previous marketing campaigns, and…
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They say that fashion trends come back around, and in the case of the Flush Sash window, it’s true. Since the launch of the PVCu casement in the 1970s, this style of window has become…
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Specialising in providing windows and doors across the social housing and commercial development sectors, Select Windows Ltd is a business that covers the whole of the UK from its headquarters in Walsall, West Midlands. The…
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2019 will usher in another year of innovative technology from our Design and Development department, dedication to our employees and customers, further investment and a long list of industry-leading products in both of our companies…
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The 2019 FIT Show may be four months away, but before we know it, it will be upon us! In the interim, industry-leading systems company, Liniar, has given us yet another thing to look forward…
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A powerful video released earlier this year by Velux titled ‘The Indoor Generation’ wraps up a range of reasons why the industry has seen a rise in demand for lantern roofs and orangeries. Long gone…
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The increase in demand for aluminium bi-fold doors has been seen across the fenestration industry for several years now. A report from the AMA has highlighted the continued rise in popularity of the bi-folding door…
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There are many factors that come into consideration in order to perform a clean, professional and safe installation – but quite often it’s the importance of one small accessory that’s overlooked, with potentially disastrous consequences….
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A recent report has shown a steady increase in conservatory sales over the last year, but with only ‘modest volume increases’ forecast for the next three years, it’s an important time for companies to concentrate…
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If you visited the LimeLight café at the award-winning Liniar stand at this year’s FIT Show, you may have spotted a cluster of 49 light-bulbs hanging above your head. Apart from lighting the café area…
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With growing consumer awareness of the impact that plastic can have on our natural environment, there’s no doubt that the industry is starting to step up and address this; recycled uPVC systems and products…
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Over the years, increased Health and Safety laws and ever more stringent Building Regulations have been the cause of frustration and even, on occasions, mockery. But those laws are there for very good reason; official…
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Innovative uPVC systems giant Liniar has a distinct advantage when it comes to using technology to streamline production processes – its plant and facilities were purpose-built just a few years ago, with everything designed in…
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… sounds like the start of a joke, doesn’t it? But with the potential for disaster if products aren’t fully tested and approved, it’s no laughing matter. Roger Hartshorn, Group CEO of the Flamstead Group…
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Following its preview at the 2016 FIT Show, Alumina by Liniar bi-folding doors have enjoyed great success in the market with many Liniar window installers now taking advantage of the sales opportunity. Nick Dardalis of…
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Having received more and more enquiries for windows with increasingly higher acoustic values, the innovative market leader recently launched a brand new 90mm window system, EnergyPlus90. Developing sites with high noise levels The ProPG report…
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When the Flamstead Group, owners of HL Plastics, purchased Wegoma GB back in 2014, many industry eyebrows were raised. How would a well-established uPVC systems house such as Liniar integrate well with a machinery company?…
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When a Wigan woman had a dream to transform her farm into a haven for people living with Alzheimer’s and dementia, it inspired a whole host of individuals and companies to get involved to make…
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Decking is an ever-popular option when looking to add value to the caravans on your park. It can improve the overall appearance of the surroundings and provide your residents with additional living space around the…
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What better way to enjoy your holiday home than by adding a beautiful outdoor living area to relax in and enjoy your time away from the hustle and bustle? But while this adds value to…
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Liniar is renowned for its range of innovative windows, doors and conservatory roofs – but did you know that the market leader has also been manufacturing high quality decking systems for almost 20 years? Now…
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HL Plastics’ Managing Director, Martin Thurley talks to Chris Champion, Editor of Glass News, about joining the company, his background and what makes him tick, plus the future of HL Plastics and the Liniar brand….
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Sales and marketing can be a numbers game. The more leads you have, the more you’re likely to convert to customers. But could a focus on collecting lots of leads have a detrimental effect on…
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One South Yorkshire fabricator has not only been using Liniar since the business was established in 2011, but its MD proudly boasts that he was the first man to ever cut a length of the…
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Tony Basile, Building Products Director at Liniar, discusses his thoughts on selling and the advantages of listening to your customers… There are a lot of negative connotations when it comes to the word ‘sales’ or…
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Known for being a brand that tends to break the rules when it comes to product development, Liniar astonished visitors to the 2016 FIT Show by revealing its latest innovation – a pure aluminium bi-folding…
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Considerable investment and reorganisation over the last two years has helped a Peterborough firm become one of the UK’s leading fabricators – with the help of the biggest conservatory roof Liniar has ever produced. Specialising…
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“One of the most satisfying things is to see the look on new customers’ faces when they try the ModLok™ bi-fold for the first time!” So says Design and Development Manager Chris Armes, who has…
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Howard Hirst, Sales Director at Liniar, discusses the options to consider, and offers advice for installers thinking of upgrading the system they choose to install. Energy efficiency as a selling point uPVC windows can offer…
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When it comes to choosing the right windows and doors for your project, one of the first decisions is which materials to use. Combining materials across a project can bring many benefits – especially if…
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If you visited the LimeLight café at the award-winning Liniar stand at this year’s FIT Show, you may have spotted a cluster of 49 lightbulbs hanging above your head. Apart from lighting the café area…
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Liniar’s innovative range of roof kits has shaken up and refreshed the market with a number of brilliant, and long overdue, ideas to help revitalise the market and put the satisfaction and reward back into…
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When it comes to solving and preventing flood problems easily, while using a vastly versatile product, Liniar’s plastic piling is the material of choice for Northumberland Wildlife Trust. Duncan Hutt, Head of Land Management for…
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When considering which glazed products to order for your new building or development, the guarantee is often the last thing to be considered. But ensuring you help homeowners to avoid future call backs to different…
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The importance of a high quality website is something that is often overlooked by even some of the biggest firms. But designing and constructing a site that is going to look great, be easy to…
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Roger Hartshorn and Bill Griffiths have jointly announced the acquisition of Flamstead Holdings Ltd, including HL Plastics Ltd, Wegoma Machinery Sales Ltd and Vintage Windows Ltd, in a deal with Quanex Building Products Corporation. Quanex,…
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A huge 54% increase in Google searches per month proves that the bi-fold boom is showing no signs of slowing down Howard Hirst, Sales Director for Liniar, revisits a key piece of research from 2014…
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Created with the fitter in mind, installing a Liniar conservatory roof couldn’t be easier – and by installing it above Liniar windows and doors, its thermal efficiency and aesthetics are hard to beat. Add to…
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It’s now 18 months since Liniar took full ownership of the Liniar Zoom conservatory roof business. With a recent change in management and a forthcoming relocation on the horizon, we caught up with new General…
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One of the biggest issues for a conscientious systems house is to try and ensure that the products hitting the market and carrying their name are of the highest possible quality and adhere to the…
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With advancements in technology, we seem to be communicating across more and more channels – meaning that consumers are better informed about products than ever before. Howard Hirst, Sales Director for Liniar, discusses what implications…
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If you hear the word ‘apprentice’ these days you might be forgiven for instantly picturing Lord Alan Sugar pointing his finger at some dimwit in his boardroom and muttering the immortal line ‘you’re fired!’ –…
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Sue Davenport, Marketing Director for Liniar, tells us why the company is putting so much effort into developing a catalogue of videos to support its customers. “I would find it hard to imagine nowadays that…
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With two stands booked to showcase its outstanding range of products Liniar has confirmed that the FIT Show is the place to be. With the entirety of its product range on show including the brand…
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1. Easy to fit Liniar’s patented designs were built with the installer in mind – so all our windows, doors and roofs are simple to fit, saving you precious time on the job. 2. 100%…
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1. In October 2011 you and Martin Randall invested in Zoom Conservatory Roof Systems. What’s happened since then? Martin Randall and I bought Zoom because we saw a fantastic opportunity to invest in a technically-advanced…
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Sue Davenport, new Group Marketing Director at Liniar, looks back at the company’s journey from its beginnings in 2008 and tells us why 2014 will see it become a true market leader, just six years…
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