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Building Regulations and Window Energy Ratings

Document L of the Building Regulations of England and Wales and Section 6 of the Scottish Building Standards have been revised and published. These new regulations come into force on 1st October 2010. Both sets of regulations refer to the Window Energy Rating (WER) Scheme for domestic replacement glazing.

Swisspacer is a simple solution for improving the thermal performance of your sealed units and windows. It requires no special investment in order to be able to process the product, unlike some alternatives, AND it enables top window energy ratings to be achieved, thanks to its superior thermal performance. Take your first step to improved window energy ratings and improved U-values now…

Swisspacer Consumer Guide

This leaflet helps all companies in the chain to promote and sell energy efficient WER windows. Download it here:

Swisspacer WER Guide

This leaflet explains the WERS route of compliance with the Building Regulations. Download it here:

 
 

Distribution Partners


United Kingdom

For initial enquiries, telephone your local branch if you already have an account:
http://www.dgsgroup.co.uk/branches/index.html.
Otherwise, Tel: 0121 323 3348 and ask to speak with Tara Ealing or Julie Dowen.
 

For initial enquiries, Tel: 0161 796 2030 and ask to speak with the relevant area sales manager.
 


Ireland

For initial enquiries, telephone the DGS Ireland branch:
Tel: 01 626 1055
 

For initial enquiries, telephone the Dublin branch:
Tel: 01 456 5170
 

 
 

To contact Swisspacer direct with any queries, please contact:

Vic de Costa
Marketing and Sales Manager UK/IRE
Tel: +44 (0)845 601 1265
Fax: +44 (0)870 238 3040
Email: vic.decosta@saint-gobain.com