EUROCELL PLC
Suppliers of: PVCu Roof lantern, coloured PVC Windows, Folding Sliding Doors, Skylights, PVCu Conservatory, Composite Doors, PVC-u curtain wall,
ABOUT EUROCELL
Eurocell creates sustainable building solutions for the trade of today, the homes of tomorrow and the environment of the future.
With its headquarters in Alfreton, Derbyshire, Eurocell is at the forefront of the UK’s PVC-U industry, leading the way in the manufacture, distribution, and recycling of PVC-U windows, doors, conservatories, rooflights, roofing and roofline systems. Eurocell operates a network of more than 200 trade branches across the UK, where it serves over 40,000 tradespeople.
Eurocell distributes its products through a vast network of window fabricators, housebuilder partners and specifiers, as well as to installers and direct to homeowners offering a range of PVC-U systems including windows, entrance doors, inline patio doors, bi-fold doors, conservatories and cavity closers
Eurocell’s commitment to providing quality sustainable solutions sets it apart, with the largest PVC-U recycling operation in the UK. It operates a closed-loop recycling system, collecting, reprocessing, and utilising waste to create new products. In 2022 alone, Eurocell incorporated 16,700 tonnes of recycled PVC-U in its operations, with windows containing approximately 30% recycled content.
Eurocell celebrates 50 years of supporting home improvement projects in 2024 and employs more than 2000 people in the UK. For more details, visit www.eurocell.co.uk, or follow their social media channels - Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, and Pinterest.
Eurocell is listed on the main market of the London Stock Exchange.
BIM Files: Eurocell offer an extensive range of BIM files which can be downloaded from our Technical Hub
Modus - The first fully integrated window and door system
Modus is the first fully integrated PVC-U window and door system in the UK, capable of producing eight different product types from a single system. It’s an innovative 75mm front to back dimension six-chamber design, the first to utilise dual material extrusion technology (DMET) in the UK. DMET precisely directs 50% virgin and 50% post-consumer recycled PVC-U into the profile simultaneously, with post-consumer material used only in the core of the profile, so finish quality and colour fastness is uncompromised. That’s why Eurocell can offer an unrivalled 12-year profiles guarantee for Modus.
Ultimate flexibility – 8 systems in 1
Modus is a contemporary architectural design with a choice of no less than three casement window sash styles – Standard, Slim Rebate and Flush – a style to suit every type of building. The Standard Sash option has a traditional PVC-U window aesthetic, which makes a feature of the window sash rebate, combined with slim sight lines thanks to the 55mm high outer frame profile. The Flush Sash option creates a distinctive appearance. Characteristic of traditional windows, it’s fully flush internally and externally yet offers class-leading thermal performance. The Slim Rebate Sash option creates a more contemporary aesthetic than traditional PVC-U windows. At just 7mm thick, the rebate offers sleek sight lines down the building facade, to complement current architecture. Internally, the sash is fully flush, for clean lines and a premium feel.
Modus reversible windows are the most energy efficient of their type in the UK and offer fully flush sash aesthetics. Bespoke designed hinges and handle complement the slim sight lines.
Modus tilt and turn windows offer a new stepped sash design, which goes one step further than Modus casement windows by creating a seven-chamber profile for maximum thermal performance. No steel or aluminium reinforcements are required and an optional third brush pile seal completes the high specification.
Modus French, composite and residential doors can be fabricated in a range of styles to suit the building architecture. Doors are available with a PVC-U low threshold to prevent cold bridging, which is Building Regulations Part M compliant with the addition of aluminium ramps (available separately).
Modus - Technical Performance:
High quality impact resistant white PVC-U extrusion utilising 50% post-consumer recycled PVC-U, producing a rigid six-chamber profile to BS EN 12608 and manufactured in accordance with BS EN ISO 9001 and BS EN ISO 14001.
- U-value performance of 0.7 for triple glazed windows, 1.1 U-value for double glazed windows.
- Energy efficient windows, achieving BFRC Window Energy Rating (WER) of grades A+, A, B and C.
- 12-year manufacturer profiles guarantee (White)
Colour options available:
We’ve extended the Modus standard colour range to meet the changing needs of our customers. In addition to this a further range of 30+ other colour options is available for delivery in just three weeks.
Standard range:
- Black Ash woodgrain/White
- Anthracite Grey woodgrain/White
- Slate Grey woodgrain/White
- Moondust Grey woodgrain/White
- Irish Oak woodgrain/White
- Golden Oak woodgrain/White
- Rosewood woodgrain/White
- Cream
- White
Architectural range (Special order):
- Quartz Platinum metallic woodgrain/White
- Asphalt metallic woodgrain/White
- Sapphire Silver metallic woodgrain/White
- Anteak woodgrain/White
Logik - Window and Door System
Specially designed for ease and speed of fabrication and fitting, Logik features a unique, patented knock-in bead system. Ideally suited for new build or replacement windows, its 70mm front-to-back dimension enables the seamless replacement of timber frames.
The Logik profile system provides a wide variety of products, including standard casement windows, flush casement windows, tilt and turn windows, French windows, residential doors, and French doors.
Logik is purpose designed to make fabrication quick, simple and economical - with absolutely no compromise on quality or performance. It ensures your reputation remains as robust, watertight and reliable as the finished product you supply to your customers.
Logik is designed for improved aesthetics and clean sight lines, with its unobtrusive gasket line and slim profile. The profile features multiple chambers to enhance thermal efficiency and strength, and improve drainage. Available with chamfered, sculptured ovolo and and Flush styles in a range of colours, Logik window profiles add a touch of distinction to any home.
Logik features post-consumer recycled PVC-U in the central core of the profile with virgin PVC-U on seen faces. This ensures the same aesthetics and technical performance but with more environmentally responsible benefits for today’s discerning customers. It offers the same benefits but with more sustainability – at no extra cost to you.
Further technical information is available to download from the BPi Library or from the manufacturers’ own website.
Eurocell -Smart Product Specification in Government’s Decarbonisation Drive
Smart product specification can ensure local authorities and social housing providers maximise opportunities provided by new phases of the UK Government’s decarbonisation funding schemes.
The government’s stated commitment to net zero by 2050 involves a clear focus on improving the energy efficiency performance of the nation’s housing stock and cutting carbon emissions. Poorly constructed and insulated homes let energy escape, can increase energy consumption and, in the current climate, further escalate living costs for hard-pressed consumers.
Decarbonisation Funding Schemes
In March 2023, the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero released details about the next phases of three funding awards: the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund, the Home Upgrade Grant, and the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme. They have a combined allocation of £1.8billion.
Local authorities and social housing providers can now bid for much needed financial help to underpin energy efficiency home improvements, such as better insulation and new windows, for the housing stock under their control. Gov.UK estimates that because of the new money available in the total fund, over 115,000 homes could be assisted with essential upgrades that will help cut emissions and help tenants save money on their energy bills.
In particular, the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme is designed to help public sector buildings such as schools and hospitals drive down their carbon emissions. Enhanced heating systems, powered by cleaner, cheaper, renewable energy, will help reduce the use of fossil fuels exposed to volatile global energy prices.
While the availability of such funding is welcome, it is just part of the story. It also needs to be backed with a smart specification partnership so the collective ambition to radically enhance housing stock is realised.
Window performance is viewed by many as a vital element when it comes to effective energy efficiency measures. Ill-fitting, technically deficient, and poor-quality windows only provide an inferior thermal outcome, which will negate efficiency efforts elsewhere in the home. It is therefore imperative as part of a holistic building fabric improvement strategy, that product specification focuses on how to deliver the absolute best result.
Enhancing Energy Efficiency with Innovative Window Solutions
Eurocell already collaborates with many local authorities and social housing providers to help them achieve their energy efficiency aims for tenants. Central to success so far has been the positive contribution and list of benefits from our range of high performing and innovative PVC-U window solutions, including the marketing-leading Logik System
The advanced multi-chambered design of Logik and innovative PVC-U Thermal Inserts work together to lock in heat. This means the ‘A+’-rated windows, with u-values as low as 1.2 for double glazed units offer market leading performance and value for local authority and social housing specifiers.
Logik also supports sustainability objectives and features post-consumer recycled PVC-U in the central core of the profile with virgin PVC-U on visible faces. This ensures the same aesthetics and technical performance, but with more environmentally responsible benefits. Maximising the thermal performance of windows is vital to meet rising regulatory and customer demands.
As the new phases of the funding schemes open fresh opportunities for housing association and local authorities, enabling them to upgrade housing energy efficiency and reduce consumption, emissions and costs, the Logik window system is a prime example of how smart specification can lead to significant benefits on the ground and help to make a real difference to the lives of many.
For more information about the support the Eurocell Commercial Team can offer, get in touch: Kelly Hibbert, Head of Commercial Kelly.Hibbert@eurocell.co.uk 07909 233921
Eurocell's Logik Flush Window System at Bellway Homes Cherry Hinton
A&B Glass successfully produced their first Logik Flush profile within a challenging time frame
The Logik Flush window system was seamlessly installed at Bellway Homes new build site
A&B glass supplied and fitted the French double doors, utility doors and the front GRP door
Sustainable, aesthetically pleasing and energy efficient the Logik Flush window system ticked all the boxes
Challenge
A&B Glass faced a significant milestone as they embarked on their first endeavour to fabricate the Logik Flush profile, a partnership with Eurocell that would unfold within a demanding six-week timeframe.
The technical complexity of utilising this new profile heightened the intricacy of the fabrication process, necessitating a concerted effort and close collaboration to meet the stringent deadline. The project underscored A&B Glass's adaptability and unwavering commitment to delivering excellence amidst formidable challenges.
Solution
The successful introduction of the Logik Flush profile within the challenging six-week timeframe was a testament to the synergistic partnership between Eurocell and A&B Glass. Their collaborative approach played a crucial role in seamlessly implementing the Logik Flush system for the first time in this particular project.
Bellway Homes selected the Logik Flush system for its contemporary design and operational efficiency. Engineered with a patented knock-in bead system, the system facilitates swift fabrication and fitting, making it ideal for both new constructions and window replacements. With its 70mm front-to-back dimension, the Logik Flush system offers a seamless transition from timber frames, enhancing the aesthetic appeal of the structures.
Result
Eurocell's invaluable support was instrumental in ensuring the timely completion of the project, resulting in a window system that not only met functional requirements but also elevated the overall visual appeal of the Cherry Hinton new builds. The Logik Flush system delivered on its promise, offering a sleek and flush exterior appearance while retaining the timeless charm of traditional casement windows internally.
Dave Miller, Business Development Manager at A&B Glass added:
"From my perspective, the Logik Flush system has truly delivered on its promise. The smart and contemporary finish it presents aligns perfectly with our expectations and contributes to the overall aesthetic appeal of the project. Additionally, the installation process was exceptionally smooth, thanks in large part to the significant support we received from Eurocell. Their collaboration ensured a seamless process, reflecting the success of the installation and highlighting the value of our partnership in delivering high-quality outcomes."
Improvements in aesthetics and sustainability
The Logik Flush system offers a powerful combination of modern and contemporary aesthetics, coupled with exceptional air and noise insulation, robust security, and long-term durability. Its outstanding technical performance, featuring A++ rated energy efficiency, ensures optimal energy consumption and lower carbon levels. The built-in thermal efficiency of the Logik system, with advanced multi-chambered cross-sections, prevents heat loss and enhances thermal efficiency, meeting the highest energy efficiency ratings.
Martin Benn, Head of New Build at Eurocell commented:
“Eurocell's commitment to sustainability is reflected in the Logik Flush window system - The windows offer a genuinely sustainable option, not only reducing CO2 emissions but are also made from recycled materials. This profile features post-consumer recycled PVC-U in the central core too. Our recycling operations transform old plastic window and door frame waste into new PVC-U extrusions through our closed-loop recycling system, aligning with our dedication to providing sustainable solutions for construction projects.
“The Logik Flush window system stands out for Eurocell due to its guaranteed long-life performance, minimal maintenance requirements, and visual appeal. Logik's durability and proven ability to perform well in challenging weather conditions make it an ideal choice for new build projects. Stylish aesthetics, strong thermal performance, and cost efficiencies compared to aluminium specifications further contribute to the Logik system's appeal for clients.”
Eurocell reflections
The project was a positive experience with no major issues, showing the success of team effort. A&B Glass showed a great willingness to handle challenges, highlighting the effectiveness of their processes even with a new and unique contract. This positive attitude and adaptability highlight the importance of working together to achieve success, especially in projects that are different from the usual ones.