Door Industry Journal - Winter 2015

Vufold, the leading British manufacturing retailer of bi- fold doors has launched what it believes to be the slimmest timber framed external bi-folding doors available in the UK with new versions of its Elite, Master and Prestige ranges. The introduction of the slimmer framed versions of the three popular ranges coincides with a change to the hinges and door locks to improve both the look and security of the door sets. The slimming of the frames on the three ranges of bi-fold doors means an appreciable increase in the size of the glass, which will allow more light through into the home, improve the external viewpoint and give them an even more contemporary stylish look. Each area of the frames has been cut down so that the height and width of every pane of glass as been increased by at least 2cm in width and height. The doors now have individual Vectis door locks with strengthened locking systems and the hinges are to be made to be flush to the frames. Marketing Manager for Vufold, Kerry Murphy-Kaytan says the introduction of the new slimmer ranges brings timber framed bi-fold doors into line with the popular, traditionally slimmer aluminium ranges. “We are really pleased to be able to offer what we think are the slimmest all timber framed bi-folding doors on the UK market. Historically customers have preferred the aluminium framed doors with the slimmer profile for their sleeker look. At the same time we know that very many customers appreciate the look and feel of wooden frames – well now they can have both! “One of the reasons our customers like our bi-folding doors is the way they look and how they allow light to flood into a room; as a result of us slimming down the frames on the Elite, Master and Prestige ranges they will get even more light in and a bigger view of what is outside. The new locks and hinges will also be much easier on the eye while at the same time bolstering the security element of the doors. “We are confident that the new look will go down very well with customers as we phase them in to become the standard design for the three ranges.” For more information on the Master and all other Vufold bi-fold doors, visit www.vufold.co.uk Garage Door Systems Smooth DuraPass The DuraPass range of side hinged personnel doors is an award winning design that has captured interest not only within the garage door industry but with replacement window companies, steel building manufacturers and the concrete garage market. Its innovative construction method that sees the face of the door free from any rivets or fixings is most apparent in the DuraPass Linear Flush design. Available in single skin or insulated versions, the doors are fitted with ERA triple point locking for excellent security. “The doors just look stunning, the build quality is very high and our automated production process means we can manufacture made to measure doors quickly and at low cost”, commented Paul McAdoo, Garage Doors Systems’ Sales Director. He continued, “The variety of finishes and designs coordinate well with garage doors making DuraPass an ideal choice for renovation projects and new build”. If you are interested in more information on the DuraPass, please don’t hesitate to contact Paul McAdoo on 0774 815 0687. Vufold introduces new slimmest wooden frames on its Elite, Master and Prestige ranges Also online at: www.dijonline.co.uk 84 THE door industry journal winter 2015 entrance doors The Vufold Master five door in the new slim line version. Hi resolution photos can be provided on request.