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Ford Windows have used the Eurologik system from Eurocell to fabricate and install the doors and windows for Waters Edge development in Peterborough. The development has grey coloured door and window profiles on all the properties that face onto the lake at the front, with white used to the rear. The developers, David Wilson Homes, and the planning authorities eventually selected Eurocell Eurologik in grey due to the thinner profiles which offer much better site lines than many other systems. The grey created a balance between the brickwork and weather boarding which provided the ideal back drop to the lake that was created at the front of the development. Neal Suckling from David Wilson Homes said: 'The grey gives the development an upbeat contemporary look, as well as complementing its surroundings perfectly. The thinner profiles on Eurologik create the impression of an aluminium window system.'

Eurocell Profiles has won the prestigious Derbyshire Business Awards. The Alfreton-based company was announced the winner from a shortlist of four finalists at a gala dinner at Chatsworth House. Eurocell impressed the judges with the way it managed to expand its business in an increasingly competitive market. Despite a general downturn in the market of 5.4 percent, Eurocell managed to increase its turnover by 10 per cent for 2005 - 2006. The company said last years performance was founded on 12 years of consistent growth.

Eurocell has launched IQ750, a modular low-pitch roof system. This intelligently designed product with 750mm glazing bar centres is said to become the smart choice for installers. The design of the new product involved a complete re-think of how modular roofs are currently supplied and fitted. The result is a 'smart' roof with many features that offer benefits for installers and homeowners. IQ750 is available in 750mm modular sizes, so it can be fitted much more quickly. Due to the fact that all the components are cut to size and pre-drilled, it eliminates the need for additional work on site. The product uses lightweight but strong 32mm Polycarbonate that achieves a U-value of 1.4, providing a high level of energy efficiency. Opal Polycarbonate helps to diffuse the light that filters into a conservatory, giving a soft warm feeling to the room. Bronze Polycarbonate is also available as an option. The structural aluminium support provides extra strength, enabling French doors to be fitted to the side.