Aluminium fenestration system specialists Sapa Building Systems has announced a major investment in new premises that will enable further expansion and consolidate its position in Gloucestershire. The move will allow the company to merge its two existing operations in Gloucestershire at a single site with state-of-the-art facilities.
News
Sapa leads the way with first system house WERS Kitemark in the UK
Following on from the launch of the Group Window Energy Rating Kitemark scheme, Sapa Building System has been awarded the first Kitemark certificate in the UK at Glassex.
"Sapa has led the industry in developing this route to WER's, working closely with the British Standards Institution (BSI),"Mark Robinson, Technical Director, Sapa.
Recycled aluminium – a major role in sustainable development
From big business to domestic home owner, there can be few who are unaware of the importance of recycling. Buzz words such as 'sustainability' and 'low-carbon footprint' are part and parcel of the world we live in today where the environmental impact of the products we use has never been more scrutinised. And when it comes to window systems, recycled aluminium leads the path to sustainable development in a way that few other materials can compete with.
New door closer to assist in compliance with Disability Discrimination Act
A new concealed door closer which greatly assists with compliance for disabled access regulations and the use of doors by the very young and the very old is now available from Sapa Building Systems. The Sapa concealed adjustable strength door closer will help solve the problem of compliance and offers a range of other benefits because for the first time opening AND closing forces can be adjusted.
Bespoke fenestration plays key part in restoration of iconic architectural landmark
The life of an iconic listed university building has been extended for future generations of students – with innovative new window systems playing a key part in the restoration.
Sustainability the Byword from Sapa in Award Winning BSF Project
Over £40m of investment was used to transform a collection of red-brick Victorian buildings and typical 1970s & '80s teaching blocks into an exemplar school to meet the needs of students and the wider community for years to come.
Protecting people and property a top priority with Sapa’s Powerframe system
The expertise of a leading fenestration systems company in blast resistance has been called into play for the design and building of the new Welsh Assembly Government office at Llandudno Junction in North Wales.
Sapa Building System was one of the few companies able to supply a blast resistant glazing system robust enough to meet government security requirements. Main contractor for the £21m JCT Design and Build contract is Pochin Construction, and the new 8,800m2 office facilities will ultimately accommodate up to 650 staff.
Another major project for Sapa’s Dualslide provides Fulham residents with bespoke windows solution
The refurbishment of a private block of flats near the River Thames has provided Sapa Building System with another major project for the company’s new sliding window system, Dualslide.
The River Gardens contract, worth £1.6 million to fabricator/installer Hazelmere Windows, was for a major residential window replacement in a conservation area in Fulham, close to Fulham football grounds.
Sapa go to the top of the class with fenestration solutions for new school building
A £30 million state-or-the-art new school build in London is benefiting from the superior design solutions provided by fenestration experts Sapa Building Systems.
World's best tall building boasts windows from Sapa Building System
Awarded the accolade of 'World's Best Tall Building, Broadcasting Place in Leeds has benefited from the specialist fenestration system designed and produced by Sapa Building System.

