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02/10/2024
Carl F Groupco is highlighting sustained hardware demand for casement windows. Owen Coop, CEO of Carl F Groupco, explains:...
22/08/2024
Supply chain stability is vital for every business, and it is something Carl F Groupco more than delivers. Owen Coop, CEO...
06/08/2024
Carl F Groupco has confirmed its continued sponsorship of the GGP Installer Awards for 2025. The company has sponsored the...
11/07/2024
Independent hardware supplier Carl F Groupco has appointed Alex Macintosh as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), succeeding...
20/06/2024
Sterling PVCu Ltd, one of the North West’s largest window and door fabricators, has highlighted the value of its 25+...
12/06/2024
Darren Gait, Scottish Depot Manager at independent hardware supplier Carl F Groupco, received a 40-year Long Service Award...
17/05/2024
Hardware specialist Carl F Groupco has seen an increase in demand for acoustic vents, highlighting the real-world impact...
07/05/2024
Hardware specialist Carl F Groupco is highlighting the practical advantages of its SmartSecure solutions, especially its...
Carl F Groupco’s My CFG online platform was designed to make all aspects of the buying process as seamless for its...
25/04/2024
The Sovereign Group is one of independent hardware supplier Carl F Groupco’s longest-standing customers of over 44...
22/04/2024
Long-term SIEGENIA distributor, Carl F Groupco, visited their Coventry office to undertake product trainingThree members...
18/04/2024
Leading independent hardware distributor Carl F Groupco has long been a member of Secured by Design. CEO Owen Coop is...
10/04/2024
Leading independent hardware distributor Carl F Groupco has reported a rapid increase in the number of users of its...
20/02/2024
When industry-leading fabricators and system houses choose to source their hardware components directly from Carl F...
12/02/2024
Sales Coordinator and Sales Office Manager Carlia Corras has received a 20-year long service award in recognition of her...
05/02/2024
For leading independent hardware supplier Carl F Groupco, the depth and breadth of its hardware supply is just one part of...
01/02/2024
Since 2019, with Owen as Finance Director of Carl F Groupco, his extensive experience, considered insights, management and...
26/01/2024
As the industry transitions to the newly introduced PAS 24:2022 standard, independent hardware distributor Carl F Groupco...
11/01/2024
Independent hardware distributor Carl F Groupco has reported positive feedback from its recently launched enhanced...
07/12/2023
With smart door locking technologies gaining traction in the market, we spoke to John Crittenden, Managing Director at...
05/12/2023
The transition period for the updated Building Regulations is now over – since 15 June 2023, compliance has been...
04/12/2023
Smart solutions have become an integral part of our daily routines, offering convenience, security and efficiency. Whilst...
01/12/2023
2023 Festive Opening Times While our employees take some much-deserved time off, our offices will close on...
30/11/2023
Leading independent hardware distributor Carl F Groupco has announced it has gained Preferred Partner status for the...
28/11/2023
Leading independent hardware distributor Carl F Groupco has become the first sponsor of the 2024 Glazing Summit. The...
23/11/2023
Featured in Windows Active magazine, October 2023 Director of the Month featureWorking day: I live in the seaside...
13/11/2023
Independent hardware distributor Carl F Groupco has just added an enhanced variation of the Federal Iron Guard 3*...
08/11/2023
Independent hardware distributor Carl F Groupco has just announced a £20,000 investment in upgraded customer...
03/10/2023
Leading independent hardware distributor Carl F Groupco is celebrating the first anniversary of its My CFG online...
02/10/2023
An article written for The Fabricator magazine, September 2023Growing sales of tilt & turn and reversible...
29/09/2023
Leading independent hardware distributor, Carl F Groupco has further expanded its product hardware inventory with the...
05/09/2023
Leading independent hardware supplier Carl F Groupco is highlighting the benefits of its popular SmartSecure FUHR...
31/08/2023
It’s important to understand how exactly to go about choosing the cylinder that best suits your doors and project....
29/08/2023
It’s important that, when fabricators are choosing door locks, they are given a variety of options so they can...
22/08/2023
Carl F Groupco is commending an upturn in sales of its tilt & turn and reversible hardware ranges because of what it...
14/08/2023
Independent hardware supplier Carl F Groupco’s is proving that ‘More than Mechanical’ presents a...
20/07/2023
Leading independent hardware distributor Carl F Groupco is celebrating record year-to-date sales in Scotland. Pamela...
03/07/2023
With the period for the transitional arrangement for Approved Document F in England ending on 15th June 2023, Carl F...
As one of the UK’s only independently owned hardware distributors, Carl F Groupco is renowned for strong customer...
26/06/2023
Independent hardware specialist Carl F Groupco has added the new Kenrick Captive Door Hinge to its portfolio. John...
19/06/2023
Leading independent hardware distributor Carl F Groupco has reported an upturn in demand for hardware solutions to support...
13/06/2023
Independent hardware distributor Carl F Groupco has announced its debut sponsorship of the G23 Awards (now...
06/06/2023
Leading independent hardware distributor Carl F Groupco is now stocking the new Mantis 4 Multipoint Door Lock from...
26/04/2023
Leading independent hardware supplier Carl F Groupco says that when it comes to door hardware, product performance should...
12/04/2023
Leading independent hardware distributor Carl F Groupco has just renewed its membership of Secured by Design, the official...
04/04/2023
Kit-Fab Supplies of County Limerick, Ireland, have been sourcing Roto Inowa Hardware from leading independent hardware...
07/03/2023
Carl F Groupco has renewed its membership of Council for Aluminium in Building. John Crittenden, Managing Director of Carl...
28/02/2023
Independent hardware distributor Carl F Groupco has announced it is to sponsor the Glazing Summit (now ended) for the...
21/02/2023
Leading independent hardware distributor Carl F Groupco has reported continued demand for its comprehensive range of panic...
20/02/2023
Independent hardware distributor Carl F Groupco is reporting continued strong sales for its SmartSecure range of...
30/01/2023
Independent hardware company Carl F Groupco is celebrating the strength of its relationship with Roto, the leading global...
19/01/2023
Independent hardware distributor Carl F Groupco is reporting a strong start to 2023. John Crittenden, Managing Director at...
15/12/2022
With the market downturn starting to be felt across the industry, John Crittenden, Managing Director of Carl F Groupco...
13/12/2022
Independent hardware distributor Carl F Groupco has just recorded its biggest ever month, with sales exceeding £2...
16/11/2022
Leading independent hardware distributors, Carl F Groupco has reported an increase in demand across its high-quality door...
02/11/2022
Letterplates are one of the most overlooked pieces of home furniture, despite their high importance in ensuring home...
28/10/2022
Independent hardware distributor Carl F Groupco has reported a 45% increase in demand for trickle vents following the...
26/10/2022
Independent hardware supplier Carl F Groupco has confirmed it is continuing to hold enhanced stock levels to support its...
19/10/2022
With keyless locking systems becoming increasingly popular, many businesses and homes are opting for smart access locking...
30/09/2022
Leading independent hardware supplier Carl F Groupco has confirmed that the popular FUHR 870 Type 8 Emergency Exit...
29/09/2022
Leading independent hardware supplier Carl F Groupco has just announced it has achieved Cyber Essentials certification....
20/09/2022
Windows and doors are essential investments to keeping your property safe, secure, and maintaining its value. Although the...
15/09/2022
John Crittenden, the company’s Managing Director, said: “Contemporary designs are a clear trend in doors at...
12/09/2022
A range of hardware solutions supplied by Carl F Groupco has been used on a new prestigious holiday park development. The...
25/08/2022
These are challenging times. Rising material costs and major product shortages have been a feature of the industry over...
24/08/2022
Social housing specialist The Sekura Group has just completed the manufacture and installation of 133 windows for a...
16/08/2022
Independently-owned hardware distributor Carl F Groupco has just launched My CFG, an online platform that gives the...
09/08/2022
Door handles are arguably one of the most prominent features of a door for a homeowner, and while it’s true that you...
22/07/2022
What are window restrictors?Window restrictors are a useful additional safety feature that can be added to your window....
21/07/2022
With the rise in demand of flush casement windows, it’s never been more important for fabricators to partner with a...
04/07/2022
Sliding patio doors must be amongst the most popular doors for today’s new builds, extensions and home renovations...
29/06/2022
Leading independently-owned hardware distributor, Carl F Groupco has further expanded its product hardware inventory with...
20/06/2022
Leading independent hardware distributors, Carl F Groupco has further expanded its product hardware inventory with the...
15/06/2022
Leading independent hardware distributor Carl F Groupco has further expanded its window vent inventory with the addition...
09/06/2022
What is escape door hardware?Escape door hardware is a specific set of components installed to a door that allows fast and...
20/05/2022
Letterplates are a vital piece of door furniture but they are often its weakest link thanks to security and fire safety...
16/05/2022
When it comes to the health homeowners, employees or any building occupants, the quality of your building and proper...
11/05/2022
With the upturn in demand that has been witnessed across our sector over the past two years, it fair to say that supply...
09/05/2022
John Crittenden, Managing Director of independently-owned hardware supplier Carl F Groupco, takes a closer look at the...
04/05/2022
We’re in the middle of a smart revolution - latest research shows that nearly 60% of homes now have some sort of...
28/04/2022
With nearly 60% of homes now having some sort of smart home device, there has never been a better time for fabricators and...
13/04/2022
Written for The Locksmith Magazine, March/April 2022The requirements for hardware used in commercial and public buildings...
12/04/2022
With summer just around the corner, it’s time to start thinking about how you want to enjoy your outdoor space....
11/04/2022
Leading independent hardware distributor Carl F Groupco is celebrating 60 years as a long-standing supply partner of FUHR,...
05/04/2022
Independent hardware distributor Carl F Groupco has just launched its latest product catalogue. Marketing Manager Clare...
04/04/2022
An article written for Glass Times, March 2022Following the recent update to Part F ventilation regulations due to come...
31/03/2022
It’s that time of year when the sun starts to make a more regular appearance and the children can feel the end of...
15/03/2022
An article written for Total Installer, February 2022 edition. View their latest edition here:...
09/03/2022
Leading hardware distributor Carl F Groupco is pleased to announce the promotion of Nathalie McKee to the role of Sales...
24/02/2022
Leading independent hardware distributor Carl F Groupco has just released guidance for fabricators and installers on the...
23/02/2022
Innovation within the window and door industry mean component manufacturers are pushed to respond accordingly, and adapt...
21/02/2022
Hardware distributor Carl F Groupco is partnering with the Glazing Summit after sponsoring last year’s successful...
14/02/2022
Carl F Groupco, the major stockist of Roto hardware, reports increasing demand from fabricators for the innovative Patio...
08/02/2022
HOPPE (UK) is celebrating a major milestone for one of its longest standing products having recently delivered its...
03/02/2022
Leading independent window and door hardware distributor Carl F Groupco has expanded its team of Regional Sales Managers....
31/01/2022
The worldwide pandemic of COVID-19 brought life to a standstill, and while we are back up and running, society is not...
17/01/2022
Leading hardware distributor, Carl F Groupco has successfully secured a tender to continue full hardware supply to one of...
04/01/2022
Leading hardware distributor Carl F Groupco is fully prepared to deal with any challenges in the year to come. Managing...
21/12/2021
The requirements for hardware used in commercial and public buildings mean major differences than those needed in...
‘Unprecedented’ has been the buzz word for 2021, and for good reason... We have overcome many challenges...
14/12/2021
How did you get into the industry? As with most things in life, by accident… During my degree at the University of...
12/12/2021
What is a smart lock?Smart locks have been steadily emerging in recent years, and they come with a whole host of benefits...
07/12/2021
Leading hardware distributor, Carl F Groupco, is celebrating 20 years of supplying the market leading fully reversible UNI...
06/12/2021
2021 Festive Opening TimesOur offices close on Tuesday 21st December 2021 and reopen on Tuesday 4th January...
29/11/2021
Leading distributor of window and door hardware, Carl F Groupco, is proud to announce the launch of their new website....
12/11/2021
Leading hardware distributor Carl F Groupco has recently celebrated the platinum work anniversaries of two key team...
01/11/2021
I felt compelled to write this letter after reading the United Front open letter from nineteen fenestration companies....
28/10/2021
As homeowners, one of the largest concerns we have is the thought of a break-in. Not only can a burglary cause untold...
25/10/2021
Leading hardware distributor, Carl F Groupco, is celebrating 20 years of supplying the market leading fully reversible...
06/10/2021
An article written for Glass Times 'Guide to Doors', September 2021Hardware fittings are often considered the...
02/09/2021
Hardware distributor Carl F Groupco is delighted to be partnering with the Glazing Summit.The Peterborough-based company,...
01/09/2021
Cairngorm Group, established manufacturers of high energy rated windows, has been supported with hardware supplied by Carl...
30/08/2021
Outward opening window hardware has always been a staple range for leading hardware distributor Carl F Groupco, who offer...
26/08/2021
The Cairngorm Group tasked leading window and door fittings distributor Carl F Groupco with managing their hardware...
01/08/2021
To many, door hardware is merely the ‘nuts and bolts’ element of an installation that is a necessity that...
27/07/2021
Carl F Groupco, leading manufacturer of door and window hardware, including panic and emergency exit components, expands...
21/07/2021
2021 continues to show no sign of demand subsiding and the market remains buoyant. The downside that we are all...
05/07/2021
From a catalogue of over 7000 window and door fittings, distributor Carl F Groupco ensures that all the front line needs...
29/06/2021
The Yale Patio Door Lock, supplied by door and window hardware distributor Carl F Groupco, is becoming increasingly...
19/05/2021
The FUHR autotronic 834 lock has been added to Carl F Groupco’s suite of SmartSecure electronic door locking and...
17/05/2021
Why was it important for your business to support our Installer Awards?Installers are essential to our industry: they are...
03/05/2021
As a long-standing supplier of hardware to support aluminium systems, Carl F Groupco reports significant growth in demand...
14/04/2021
"The build up to 2021 was fraught with anticipation on what the new year would bring. Would Brexit negotiations fall...
12/04/2021
Roundbrand, the established manufacturer of double glazed windows and doors, has celebrated 15 years as a major customer...
06/04/2021
Hardware distributor Carl F Groupco takes pride in going the extra mile to offer a full consultancy service to...
09/03/2021
Hardware distributor Carl F Groupco, long-standing supplier of the full FUHR door lock range, announces new options of the...
01/03/2021
John Crittenden, Managing Director of hardware distributor Carl F Groupco takes a look back at 2020 and gives some...
11/02/2021
Roto fittings supplied by Carl F Groupco have been approved for use on Accoya® timber windows and doors. The suite of...
01/02/2021
The corona crisis has presented supply challenges across the industry. In this article for Total Fabricator, John...
27/01/2021
Carl F Groupco’s Regional Sales Team Leader Nathalie McKee and Purchasing Manager Lisa Davy have both celebrated ten...
20/01/2021
Working with established manufacturer partner FUHR, Carl F Groupco has created a bespoke stainless-steel locking package...
06/01/2021
Despite the difficulties presented by the pandemic during 2020, Carl F Groupco maintained its high level of commitment to...
04/01/2021
Carl F Groupco’s established distribution centre in Cumbernauld supplies hardware across Scotland including the...
21/12/2020
Reflecting on a year that has been dominated by the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic, Carl F Groupco highlights its...
18/12/2020
With ongoing uncertainty regarding Brexit, extensive worst case scenario preparations have been made at Carl F Groupco to...
10/12/2020
Hardware distributor Carl F Groupco has supported the annual Save the Children Christmas Jumper Day, which took place...
02/12/2020
In this report for Windows Active, John Crittenden, Managing Director at Carl F Groupco details some of the supply...
15/11/2020
Carl F Groupco is proud to announce that it is a stockist for MACO’s new MKV shootbolt. Developed and designed...
16/10/2020
Carl F Groupco, the major stockist of Yale hardware, has added the affordable and stylish new Quartus Espag handle to its...
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