Lead times for both PVC-U and aluminium are back down to five days on key Sternfenster products, the company has reported, thanks to continued investment in machinery, infrastructure and customer support. PVC-U chamfered and sculptured casement and tilt and turn windows in the most popular colours (white, Rosewood, Golden Oak, Rosewood/white, Golden Oak/white and Anthracite grey/white) are now available in five days, as are PVC-U residential and French doors. These match the popular Visofold 1000 aluminium bi-fold door in white, Anthracite Grey, black and Anthracite Grey/white.
“Offering a swift response time our most popular products – in the most popular colours – is a defining feature at Sternfenster,” said Nathan Court, the business’ sales director. “While the recent period of high demand and uncertain supply knocked everyone for six, I’m glad to report that we are back on track in both PVC-U and aluminium.”
The Slider 24 patio product is now available in just 10 days in the leading colours. Other colour choices across the PVC-U product range are typically down to 15 days.
This latest announcement follows a series of investments at the Lincoln-based trade fabricator, including £600,000+ for a new Schirmer cutting and machining centre, and a £200,000 outlay for two new trucks to replace older vehicles next year. This follows the £500,000+ outlay on four 18-tonne lorries Sternfenster made in March this year.
Sternfenster aims to improve PVC-U production further with a new welder and corner cleaner. Its glass processing division is set to soon receive a new glass cutting table.
“This commitment to product quality and delivery is supported by our continued investment in our customer support,” Nathan said. “We recently launched our online showroom, which is the latest tool our customers can use to generate leads and win business. Homeowners can learn all about our products, and make some of the key buying decisions, without having to leave their front rooms. Coupled with attractive lead times, our customers have got a significant advantage over the competition.”
