Fentrade has manufactured and supplied 55 casement windows for Llanidloes High School in Powys as part of the school’s refurbishment programme.
Working alongside trade customer Window-Tec based in Builth Wells, Fentrade stated that it has helped to upgrade the school with energy-efficient aluminium windows.
The school’s original windows were single-glazed and in a ‘poor state of repair’, according to Fentrade. The single glazing meant poor thermal performance which contributed to higher energy bills and excessive carbon emissions. Similarly, the original windows had limited ventilation which negatively impacted the learning environment, it said.
Fentrade and Window-Tec worked with Llanidloes High School addressing several design options to meet the project’s requirements. Together, they selected white high gloss frames to emulate the existing window design whilst ensuring maximum thermal efficiency. The 55 aluminium casement windows were manufactured from Aluk’s 58BW HI thermally efficient system, Fentrade said they contributed to a comfortable and sustainable learning environment for the students.
The company added that safety was also a top priority throughout the project, with several opening casements featuring Tri-hinges, enhancing pupil safety and providing peace of mind for the school community. Sound-reducing laminated units were specified across various project phases.
Chris Reeks, managing director at Fentrade, said: “Understanding the importance of minimising disruption to the school’s operation was imperative. Hands-on project management and tight communication with Window-Tec were critical at every stage as we delivered products to site, in full, to meet the phased installation schedule set out by our customer.”
Dave Evans, director at Window-Tec, added: “As a refurbishment job, this is one of the largest we have undertaken. Fentrade’s support throughout the tender, ordering and manufacturing stages was invaluable. Despite the need for competitive pricing, Fentrade ensured that the product met our client’s requirements. Since winning the contract, Fentrade has consistently delivered according to our weekly schedule, keeping us on track with the programme.”
Chris concluded: “This project has been a great success and a testament to all parties involved. The professionalism and skill of the installation team at Window-Tec was exceptional and we are delighted to have helped them deliver this first-class school refurbishment project.”
