Hart & Co Mark Two Decades of Success with REHAU

Skelmersdale-based fabricator Hart & Co celebrated its 20-year anniversary in 2022 working with leading polymer supplier REHAU by restating its commitment to producing high-quality window solutions.

04.04.2023

From its factory in Skelmersdale, Hart & Co. has included REHAU’s TOTAL70C window in its portfolio since the start of their partnership in 2002 and has continued to provide the solution to fenestration professionals. The REHAU casement window helped launch the fabricator’s newly added PVC division, which continues to go from strength to strength.

“We started out in joinery in 1979, but after we identified a change in client demands, we expanded our offering with a second factory that supplied PVC solutions,” explains Chris Hart, Director at Hart & Co, “REHAU were such a well-established name at the time, they were a clear first choice. Immediately we recognised the high-quality technical support offered to us on the end of the phone. Matched with their ability to spot a gap in the market and complete all R&D necessary to supply us with regulation-compliant solutions, REHAU really provide a complete package as a profile provider.”

As compliance with the Decent Homes Standard became customary, Hart & Co were approached by REHAU with the offering to add the RAUFERNO range and compatible Automatic Opening Vents (AOVs) to its portfolio. A product that would prove highly beneficial, as the manufacturer now prides itself in being one of few UK businesses to be third-party approved to manufacture and offer a fire-rated window solution.

“Occupant safety has become a huge priority in recent years, with specifiers required to consider their building materials more carefully than ever,” Chris added. “The demand for fire-rated windows and smoke vent solutions has grown considerably and we are proud to be able to provide solutions that meet tightening regulations through REHAU.

“There aren’t many other systems houses that provide fire-rated windows – it’s quite a niche product despite its requirement in the market. Moving forward we’d like to continue to grow this offering and with REHAU’s help, become the number one supplier of fire-rated solutions.”

Jonathan Hicks, Head of Sales (North) at REHAU Windows Solutions said: “We are very proud to have been able to play a part in Hart & Co’s success over the last two decades and help expand their window offering. It’s fantastic to have seen them become specialists in such an essential area as fire-rated windows, and we hope to support them to build on this strong reputation moving forward.”

For more information about our TOTAL70 casement window range click here, and to explore our fire rated windows click here.