Latest News from Building Profiles

Building Profiles is now closed until further notice
Building Profiles is now closed until further notice

In what is an extremely worrying and challenging time for us all
with regard to the worldwide COVID-19 (Coronavirus) crisis our government
has at last TOLD us to close our doors until further notice

Summer Shut Down August 2019
Building Profiles is shut from:

12th August to the 4th September 2019

Christmas Shutdown Details 2018

Please be advised Building Profiles Xmas Shutdown commences on Monday 17th December 2018. 

The last day for dispatches is Thursday 13th December 2018.

We will return to work on Monday 7th January 2019.

02 Jul 2018
Building Profiles imminent major system changes

Building Profiles is changing key internal systems. Whilst there will be some disruption, we will keep this to a minimum.
 
On Friday 6th July we will be changing our full IT infrastructure and as such we will be closed for business.

On week commencing 8th July we will be changing over our telephone system. 

In the event of disruption to telephone communication during this period, please email any enquiries through to Sales@buildingprofiles.co.uk and we will do our very best to respond.

We apologise in advance for any inconvenience these changes may cause.

26 Mar 2018
Building Profiles and GDPR Compliance effective 25th May 2018
Building profiles are committed to protecting your privacy. We only use and store your data to facilitate provision of our products and services.  We do not sell your data. We will only use the information that we collect about you lawfully.  By ordering from us you are accepting the practices described in this GDPR Policy. 
Data Collection & Storage
We receive and store certain types of information whenever you interact with us. Information about our customers is an important part of our business, the information is limited to that needed to provide our products and services.  We use the information to provide the products and services that you contact us for. We will never collect sensitive information about you without your explicit consent.
We will NOT sell your Data
We are not in the business of selling your data to others. We only share customer information with companies and individuals to perform functions on our behalf. Examples include fulfilling orders, delivering packages and providing customer service. 
Legal Protection
We release account and other personal information when we believe release is appropriate to comply with law; enforce or apply our Conditions of Use and other agreements; or protect the rights, property, or safety of Building Profiles, our users, or others. This includes exchanging information with other companies and organisations for fraud protection and credit risk reduction.
The company has a privacy statement this is available on request.
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25 Sep 2017
HL0593 K45C Lockset
Special Offer * while stocks last *

HL0593 K45C Lockset

Based on a minimum quantity of 100no £6.27 each (normal price £10.45)
Carriage free on orders over £500.00
Call us on 01789 414 044
This offer is not used in conjunction with any other discounts that you may have.
All above prices exclude VAT

25 Sep 2017
HL0900 Timber Pull
Special Offer * while stocks last *

HL0900 Timber Pull
Based on a minimum quantity of 100no £2.28 each
(normal price £3.80) Carriage free on orders over £500.00
Call us on 01789 414 044
This offer is not used in conjunction with any other discounts that you may have.
All above prices exclude VAT

25 Sep 2017
HL0950 Zamac ZP-16 Handle White
Special Offer * while stocks last *

HL0950 Zamac ZP-16 Handle White

Based on a minimum quantity of 100no £3.52 each

(normal price £7.00) Carriage free on orders over £500.00

Call us on 01789 414 044
This offer is not used in conjunction with any other discounts that you may have.
All above prices exclude VAT

21 Sep 2017
SL0601 8008 Push Lock White
Special Offer * while stocks last *  
SL0601 8008 Push Lock White
Based on a minimum quantity of 100no £2.91 each (normal price £5.05) -
Carriage free on orders over £500.00
Call us on 01789 414 044

This offer is not used in conjunction with any other discounts that you may have.
All above prices exclude VAT

20 Sep 2017
SL0600 8008 Push Lock Silver
Special Offer * while stocks last *
SL0600 8008 Push Lock Silver
Based on a minimum quantity of 100no £2.91 each (normal price £5.05) -
Carriage free on orders over £500.00
Call us on 01789 414 044

This offer is not used in conjunction with any other discounts that you may have.
All above prices exclude VAT

Fold A Side Folding Openers
To all Our Customers

Fold A Side folding openers are obsolete and are no longer available, we have removed them from our range.

Building Profiles New Opening Hours

From August 2017

Opening Hours:
Monday to Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 13.00

Happy Retirement Sue Lawley

After working in our accounts team for nearly ten years, Sue Lawley has decided to retire.

Sue has been an important member of the accounts department and has built very good relationships with both customers and suppliers.

She will be missed by all but, we sincerely wish her a very happy retirement and hope she enjoys all the travelling that she has planned.

While Sues presence will be missed in the office, she will not be forgotten anytime soon. Sue made quite an impact, and that’s not so easy to do these days.

Thank you for being a tireless professional Sue and a good friend. Now go and relax!

22 Feb 2017
Building Profiles New Product BP1000
Building Profiles New Product BP1000

The keypad and adaptor to suit the Omec range of panic bars.

The stainless steel keypad has excellent weather resistance and also provides enhanced security over the PB0500 standard outside access kit.

The PB1000 will ensure that only authorised people who know the keypad number can enter through your door. Data sheet

17 Nov 2016
Christmas shutdown

The Building Profiles Ltd Christmas shutdown will be from 1pm on 22nd December 2016 and return to work at 9am on 3rd January 2017.  

Our last shipping date will be Tuesday 20th December 2016.

30 Sep 2016
Sales Person Job Vacancy

Building Profiles are recruiting and have a vacancy for an internal sales person
at our offices in Stratford upon Avon.  

If you are interested forward your CV to info@buildingprofiles.co.uk.

09 Jun 2016
Well done to Richard Fraser Director at Building Profiles

Richard was one of the most generous donors on JustGiving in May.

Out of 951060 donors, Richard was in the top 1%!

Check out all the amazing people and causes you could support - www.justgiving.com

20 May 2016
BPL, sponsor Richard Gyde, Managing Director of Mila UK

Building Profiles are proud to sponsor Richard Gyde, Managing Director of Mila UK who in June is taking part in the GM Fundraising Border2Border Charity Cycling Challenge. 

This challenge is being undertaken with the aim of raising much needed funds for Hope House Children's Hospices, this charity provides vital care service for children who are not expected to live longer than early adulthood.

The ride, described as ‘The Toughest Yet’, will take place over 11 days and will span 2,016 miles between Vancouver, Canada and Tijuana, Mexico, and will offer up more than 92,000 feet of climbing with temperatures in excess of 40 degrees.

It is a very worthy charity and it is our pleasure to sponsor Richard, we wish him and all the others taking part the very best from all of us at Building Profiles Ltd.

04 Mar 2016
1st Aid at Work at work

Our Warehouse Supervisor George Cottrill has successfully completed his 1st Aid at Work course.

George was given a gold star by his Red Cross Trainer and he described the training as really enjoyable.  

He is now one of two fully trained 1st Aiders the other one being our Director Richard Fraser.  

Richard said he was happy to have another colleague fully trained but hoped that George would never have to practice the skills he has recently learned whilst at BPL

12 Feb 2016
New Chain Added to BPL Range - RC0325


Due to many customer requests, BPL have added the Teleflex chain to our existing range of manual cable operated controls.  

This inconspicuous opener features a fully retracting stainless steel chain with quick release window attachments to facilitate window cleaning. With an internal projection of 64mm (2 1⁄2”) the enclosed chain case permits ease of operation whilst allowing close fitting of curtains or blinds.

Available in 250mm (10”) the chain opener will remain as rigid as a peg stay when extended throughout its working lifetime.   The all metal chain opener has a high resistant polyester powder white finish with stainless steel chain for greater strength, durability and corrosion resistance.  

The stainless steel chain together with quick release brackets are improvements on the F300A chain which, is now being phased in favour of the Teleflex version.  

RC0325 - 213241 250mm White S/S Chain Opener   

For further details contact our sales team on 01789 414044 or email sales@buildingprofiles.co.uk. RC0325 Technical Spec

18 Nov 2015
Christmas Shutdown 2015
Christmas Shutdown

Building Profiles Ltd Christmas shutdown will be from 1pm on 23rd December 2015 and return to work at 9am on 4th January 2016.

Our last shipping date will be Monday 21st December 2015.

The Directors and Staff at Building Profiles would like to thank all our Customers for their ongoing support during this year and would like to take this opportunity to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

02 Nov 2015
Forklift Training

Forklift Training 30/10/15

All the Building Profiles warehouse staff have just completed their forklift refresher training.

This training took place over one working day and comprised of both written and practical exams. It is very important that not only are our staff qualified to use the forklift, but their knowledge is refreshed every 3 years  by the excellent training carried out by Forward Forklift Training Ltd.

This Training is recognised by The Health and Safety Executive and the course reminded them how to safely and effectively operate a Reach forklift truck with the basic skill requirements and job safety knowledge required for safe and effective operation of Reach trucks. The course included machine familiarisation, controls, daily checks and battery procedures, steering, load weight assessment and handling, stacking racking, awkward loads and vehicle loading, and unloading and much more.

Well done to all the BPL staff that took part for completing the course!

30 Oct 2015
Pink Day 23/10/15
Congratulations to the staff at BPL for all their efforts into making Pink Day very pink.    

They all donated prizes and supplied cakes, which were yummy, yummy, yummy!  

Last but definitely not least, congratulations on the fundraising!

Through the generosity of the staff BPL we raised just over £70.  

Thanks to Jo Cheriton the MD, who not only offered to match what we raised but has also donated her £50 from an outside sponsorship.   

This is our most successful year yet raising over £190. A big well done all!!!      

Thank you again to the staff at BPL this couldn’t have been achieved without your support.  

We have all BEEN PART OF THE CURE!

23 Oct 2015
Pink Day 23/10/15

Building Profiles staff dressed up for Pink Day Friday 23/10/15.

To raise funds for cancer research

They played the number game, made cakes, and did a raffle. They have been PART OF THE CURE!

29 Jul 2015
New Team Member George Cottrill

Building Profiles would like to welcome George Cottrill to the team as Warehouse Supervisor.  

George Cottrill is a local lad who as a boy used to play on the waste ground where Building profiles now stands. After leaving the Armed Forces he has worked predominantly in Warehousing/Manufacturing.  

He is married with two children and has a pet Rottweiler dog.  

George said, "I am excited to be joining Building Profiles and I am looking forward to being part of their continued growth".

01 Mar 2015
Richard Fraser 30 Years At Building Profiles


We extend our congratulations to Richard Fraser on his thirtieth anniversary of working at Building Profiles Ltd.

During this time he has significantly contributed to our company’s success and has been a dedicated and enthusiastic member of our team. Richard excels particularly in his ability to sing Christmas Carols all year round and this is much appreciated by his fellow collegues.


We thank you for your enduring loyalty and diligence and wish you continued success for many years to come.

01 Feb 2015
February The Month of Love


We love our latest range of actuators so much so we would like to spread the love to all of our customers with a special offer of 20% off all Smart and Liwin motors for the month of February 2015 only.

Please quote the reference: Feb20 Contact Sales on: 01789 414044 or sales@buildingprofiles.co.uk    

Special offer for February 2015 only, reference Feb20 must be quoted.

See Electic Window Control Systems

Usual Building Profiles Limited terms and conditions of sale apply please see brochure for details

or contact us on 01789 414044 for a copy.

01 Oct 2014
FO0849 New High Level Operator (HLO) For Folding Openers:

Extended folding openers are popular because they open to 315mm giving much better ventilation than the standard 112/111 series.

However, there has always been one big problem and that is they were not suitable for high level operation. 

Well that was until recently when the High Level operator was devised!

The new High Level Operator (HLO) solves the problem of achieving increased ventilation with folding openers at transom level.  In the past extended folding openers could not be used at high level as it was extremely difficult to close and open the window with the pole operator.

However, now with the all new HLO (Patent Applied For) closing extended folding openers fitted to windows above head height is now simple to achieve.

Call our sales team on 01789 414 044 for more information. FO0849 - High Level Operator Data Sheet 1

18 Aug 2014
New Product RC0438 White Screwjack 380mm
Building profiles have introduced a New Screwjack to the range.  

• Suitable for Pitch Roof Lights,Top Hung and Centre Hung windows and Roof Domes.
• Full Aluminium Construction.
• New Brass Cog.
• 380mm Opening Stroke.
• Maximum vent weight per screwjack 45kg.
• Re designed Bracket.
• Standard Colour:  White (9001) * Black (9005)  *Silver (9006)
• Available in RAL Colour (*Subject to Order Quantities)

Code        Description

RC0438   White Screwjack 380mm  

*Special   Black  Screwjack 380mm (Subject to Order Quantities)

*Special   Silver Screwjack 380mm (Subject to Order Quantities)      

For more detailed information got to: RC0438 White Screwjack 380mm

11 Aug 2014
New Product - Liwin Actuators
Building profiles are delighted to announce that we are now supplying a range of window actuators from the Italian manufacturer Fratelli Comunello S.p.A.  

The Liwin Actuators are for natural ventilation and are also available with a key fob remote control option.  
 
The Liwin Actuators Codes are:  

Code          Description  

RC0945      L35 Liwin 230V 350N White Motor
RC0946      L35 Liwin 230V 350N Grey Motor
RC0947      L35 Liwin 230V 350N Black Motor
RC0948      L35 Liwin 230V Radio 350N White Motor
RC0949      L35 Liwin 230V Radio 350N Grey Motor  

For more detailed information got to: Liwin Actuators

We have tested these actuators and believe that our customers will be very pleased when they purchase and receive them.  

They also complement our current range of electrical actuators.      

01 Aug 2014
New Product -Smart Actuators

Building Profiles are delighted to announce that we are now supplying a new window actuator from the Italian manufacturer Fratelli Comunello S.p.A.  

The Smart Actuators are for natural ventilation.   

The Smart Actuators Codes are:  

Code          Description

RC0915      Smart 230V 200N White Motor
RC0916      Smart 230V 200N Grey Motor
RC0917      Smart 230V 200N Black Motor  

For more detailed information got to: Smart Actuators

We have tested these new actuators and believe that our customers will be very pleased when they purchase and receive them.  

They also complement our current range of electrical actuators.      

The 1st actuators have been delivered into our stock now!

20 Jun 2014
Updating Website
Building Profiles are in the process of updating this site with technical specifications to allow you to view our products in greater detail without the hassle of having to find our brochure.

If there is a product you can’t see, or products you would like us to stock please give us a call and we can try to source it for you!  

Also check out our Special Offers Page regularly!

Call our sales team on: 01789 414 044  

Or email us at: info@buildingprofiles.co.uk

03 Apr 2014
Folding Opener News
Folding Opener News:
 
New Product: FO0816
 
Building Profiles have added a 3000mm undrilled tandem bar to our folding opener stock holding. 

This gives any fabricator the option of purchasing bar length material and cutting these to size as required.
 
Richard Fraser, one of Building Profiles Directors said-Having this option available to our customers gives them a great deal of ordering flexibility and  reduces any lead time that may occur when ordering the more unusual tandem bar size. It also means that they can purchase one tandem bar to suit any of their needs just by cutting them to their required size and adding the drill holes.
 
The code for the 3000mm undrilled bar length is FO0816.
 
For further details call our sales team on: 01789 414 044
 
Or email your enquiry to: info@buildingprofiles.co.uk.

15 Jan 2014
New item LD0020 - 1620 LATCH DEADLOCK
New item LD0020 - 1620 LATCH DEADLOCK
 
Building Profiles is pleased to announce that we have now added the Omec 1620 latch deadlock to our range.
 
This lock replaces the old Wilka 1433 latch deadlock and is available in 25mm, 30mm 35mm 40mm backsets.
 
The quality of this new lock in our opinion is as good, if not better than the lock it replaces. It should be of particular interest to any repairer/repairs company as it is very good value being cheaper than the old lock.
 
CONSTRUCTIVE FEATURES: 
Zinc and plastic plated steel closed case and cover.
Stainless steel forend. 
Special nickel-plated alloy 
Selfcentering dead bolt with lock-picking system. 
Special nickel-plated alloy latch bolt. 
Special zinc-plated alloy square spindle device mm.8.
 
WORKING: Key driven dead bolt - Handle or key driven latch bolt.
HAND: Reversible.
PROVIDED WITH: 2 roses cod. 0120 N, forend spacer cod.
0623 N (forend 25 mm.) or 2 cod.
0625 N (forend 22 mm.),
Cylinder screw, stainless steel fixing screws, assembling instructions.
 
For further information:
 
Call our sales team on 01789 414 044 or email: sales@buildingprofiles.co.uk.

10 Jan 2014
CH0060 RW18 CASEMENT HINGE PC WHITE
 
As an addition to our current product range Building Profiles have introduced a casement hinge to suit AluK formally Beauforts advanced plus casement window configurations.
 
It has been design to be used in configurations where traditionally locks are not needed.
 
e.g. Situations where smoke or purge ventilation is required or where additional methods of securing the window are being used e.g. Prison windows / cockspur locking handles etc.
 
These casement hinges are available from stock in Hipca white with other colours to special order.
 
Speak to our sales team for further details on 01789 414 044

13 Apr 2012
Latest addition to BPL product range
New Natural Ventilation Actuator 

The C30 is a robust economical 230V AC chain actuator for windows and roof vents. This actuator will appeal to those looking for a low priced natural ventilation option.  

Key features:

• Strong double link chain.
• Powerful 300N Thrust/tractive load force.
• User (switch) selectable chain length of 200 or 380mm.
• Comprehensive bracket set supplied for both inward and outward opening applications.
• Quick release chain attachment (using special tool) for ease of fitting/service.
• Adjustable fixings on both chain and bracket to help negate use of packing shims.
• Compatible with our SW15 Rocker switch or Contron Conservatory Controller.

Remember to visit this page on a regular basis so you don't miss our latest news.

21 Jul 2011
New flex restrictor
It has been designed as a great solution for health and safety in buildings and is suitable for all window and door sections and materials. It has a face mounted cable restrictor device suitable for doors and windows. The Flex Restrictor can be fitted to all window sections and materials that are both inward and outward opening. It is dead lock operated using a key.

Features and Benefits

• Fits all window types
• Push to release
• Key operated deadlock
• Highly visible
• Special lengths and colours to order
• Retro fit (surface mounted)
• Tested to 1200N with no failure

18 May 2011
Check out our latest addition to our product range
SPIRAL SASH BALANCES
 
Building Profiles are pleased to announce that following many customer requests we have added spiral sash balances, brackets and accessories to our existing range of products.
 
These spiral balances are designed for use in both conventional vertical sliding windows with a tilt-in-facility, together with serving hatches and counter screens. 
 
Spiral balances are in use throughout the world in PVC, aluminium and timber windows. They are designed to counter balance a sash, holding it in any position. Whilst balances are not designed as a mechanical opening device, they do give a degree of assistance when operating the window.
 
Our range comes in pre-tensioned or non pre-tensioned. We have also added an extensive range of accessories to complement these balances.
 
For further information contact our sales team on 01789 414044. All enquires are welcome no matter how big or small!

11 May 2011
MultiEcho
The MultiEcho is a plastic cased 230v natural ventilation motor with an adjustable chain length of between 90mm to 400mm. The chain is easily adjustable which allows the end user to select the required amount of travel.

The MultiEcho comes complete with a fixed non pivoting bracket for top hung open out installations. The MultiEcho is available in three colours; white, black and grey. 

IMPORTANT: where motors are used with electronic controllers please check first with our technical department for compatibility prior to ordering

04 Mar 2011
New product launch
CA865 STAINLESS STEEL PATIO DOOR ROLLER

Due to customer demand we have added a version of CA863 with a stainless steel bearing to our product range.  This new version called the CA865 has been load and corrosion tested. Details as follows:  
  Single Wheel (38mm) Sliding Patio Door Roller

• Product Code: RO0250-CA865
• 1 single wheel 38mm patio door roller.
• 38mm in diameter stainless steel roller bearing set into fully adjustable zinc carriage 18mm wide by 31 high.
• Performance tested to a minimum of 10,000 cycle or 12km.

This roller offers an increase in the corrosion resistance given by the standard CA863 roller. We have successfully put the CA865 through Salt Spray testing and achieved grade 2 as stated in EN1670
 
Call Our Sales Hotline Now On 01789 414044

09 Jul 2010
Winding gear madness!
For a Limited time BPL are offering 25% off the list price of the following products, this special offer is subject to a minimum order quantity of 5.

Product     Code Description                                                                       
RC0251      F300A 250mm Chain opener PC White Chain                            
RC0677      F300B 250mm Bottom Hung Chain Opener PC White                
RC0705      F608 Bottom Hung Fixing Kit PC White                                     
RC0617      F100M Operator - Metal cover PC White                                  
RC0647      F920M Operator - Metal cover PC White                                  
RC0730      F111 3M Conduit White                                                             
RC0725      F604 Cable                                                                                
RC0787      F121 Conduit connector PC White                                             
RC0760      F619 Saddle bracket frame fix White                                          
RC0820      F112 Conduit plug White                                                            
RC0815      F609 Spring                                                                               
 
Call our sales hotline on 01789 414 044
No other discounts can be applied to this promotion

29 Mar 2010
NVQ Business Improvement Techniques Level 2
MORE than two thirds of the employees at Building Profiles have recently been awarded certificates for successfully completing their NVQ Level Two in Business Improvement Techniques. 

The training, developed with and delivered by Resource Development International covered a range of business areas including, continuous Improvement, team working, problem solving and workplace organisation. 

The training endorses the fundamental skills required to continue our business success and to excel in our support for our customers. The structure and the pace of the training encouraged interaction, collaboration and a positive learning environment. 

Resource Development International trainer Jim Amphlet said: “We are pleased with the level of commitment and engagement from Building Profiles and its employees. Everyone who undertook training found it interesting and useful and we are delighted that Building Profiles has invested in their employees and has clearly demonstrated its commitment to training.” 

Building Profiles General Manager, Richard Fraser said: “At Building Profiles we are continually looking at new ways of enhancing the learning experience and professional development of our employees as part of our integrated business development programme”. 

“Due to our partnership with Resource Development International and the NVQ initiative being so successful, we are investigating other forms of training. With many companies having to produce ‘more for less’ we must continue to invest in our existing work force enhancing existing skills and developing new ones.” 
 
“We have seen significant improvements in the key skills of our employees, the training has enhanced our employees communication skills, encouraged them to be more flexible, to care for others, to take responsibility and, perhaps above all else, to work in teams”

25 Aug 2009
Angela achieves cycling ambition
Our very own Angela Torres has just completed a marathon cycle ride from Lands End to John O’ Groats. With just two months training and a new touring bike she cycled for 13 days averaging 70 miles every day with the longest day clocking up an exhausting 92 miles.

Angela started her epic journey at Lands End on 4th July and arrived at John O’ Groats on 16th July. On day two she suffered a damaged ligament to her left knee and had to take anti-inflammatories and pain killers for the duration of the trip. She also suffered a nasty fall on day three, her 47th birthday which left her with a massive bruise on her hip and thigh.

Angela said “For several years it had been my ambition to cycle from Lands End to John O’ Groats but for one reason or another I had not got around to achieving this ambition. This year though I decided it was going to be my year! I already knew from other cyclists’ accounts of the journey that Cornwall was going to be very challenging because of the vast amount of hills to climb. We had to put up with the rain, the wind and the cold – a typical British summer; it was very hard going indeed.”

Angela’s brother, Mike demonstrated true brotherly love by accompanying her. But both said that they had seen the most beautiful sights including the Cornish Coast, the Mendip Hills and Ironbridge, but they voted Waddington the prettiest village of the whole trip.

Angela continued “We met some very kind people along the way, we shared a camping field with a horse called Cheeky and enjoyed spectacular views along Scotland’s East Coast road. We even had a massive hail storm which settled on the ground and looked like snow. It was a great relief to arrive finally at John O’ Groats. I was absolutely ecstatic to have finished and so glad I didn’t have to get back on the bike the next day!”