Jan/Feb 2022

Editor’s Comment
GEORGE LEWIS
EDITOR
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Many within fenestration and construction will be glad to see the back of
2021 – a year in which we saw material prices increase, skills shortages
compounded, alongside regular Covid-19 struggles in daily life.
The reality is, however, these challenges are likely to remain well into 2022, but
out of the struggle, opportunity often arises.
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In the news, a survey by YouGov and commissioned by Deceuninck (page 8)
suggests that sustainability will be a hot topic for the industry in the coming
years, with more than two-thirds of UK homeowners (68%) saying they would
choose windows and doors with a higher recycled content above products
which don’t, or those that have a lower level.
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The survey also suggested that 38% would even be prepared to pay more for home
improvement products that had a higher recycled content and reduced impact on the
environment, so this is clearly a trend for fabricators and installers to keep an eye on.
Positive news in the Business Pilot barometer (page 13) suggests that order
value and conversion rate actually rose during December, with signs that supply
chains are starting to stabilise, despite retail sales and leads being down.
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There’s good news for the returning FIT Show in May with CR Laurence and
Emmegi confirming their attendance amongst others, whilst Checkatrade is set
to make its debut appearance. Haffner has also extended its stand space to a
huge 610m 2 , a real positive for visitors to the FIT Show 2022 this May!
All in all, the industry outlook for 2022 seems to be one of slight optimism but
as the last couple of years has shown, it’s wise to be braced for turbulence.
I hope you enjoy the issue.
George
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