Nick Dardalis

Nick Dardalis has been working in the fenestration industry for over 3 decades. Having worked in various roles covering sales and business administration, Nick has worked across the residential and commercial sectors in manufacturing and installation. Nick now writes about all aspects of fenestration, including the impact of changing building regulations and an ever-evolving consumer market. Through the ATS website, Nick writes reviews about new products working closely with all aspects of the supply chain in the UK and Europe.

Aluminium Louvre Doors

August 26, 2021December 5, 2013

Aluminium louvre doors are sometimes easy to overlook by installers as a specialist product, but often these are commercial door …

Introducing Discover Air Bifolding Doors

May 6, 2022November 30, 2013

The Discover Air bifolding and sliding doors were launched on 29th November manufactured by Everglade windows at the Annual Glass …

The latest aluminium entrance doors for the home

August 22, 2021September 26, 2013

For aluminium entrance doors, there is a huge amount of choice today. Some of the leading brands of doors come from …

Should you consider triple glazing?

August 30, 2021May 28, 2013

Triple glazing is now making inroads with customers going into retail showrooms and asking about triple glazed windows more than …

The GT55 Commercial Aluminium Door from ALuK

October 27, 2017May 15, 2013

The market for commercial doors continues to be a buoyant one with many trade manufacturers reporting healthy order books for …

The Benefits of Secondary Glazing.

August 22, 2021April 30, 2013

Secondary Glazing offers huge benefits for both residential properties and commercial buildings. Despite the marketing of secure and energy efficient …

First Automatic Bi folding Doors for the home launched

August 22, 2021April 19, 2013

Update November 2019. Since this article was written, automatic bi folding doors remain only available for the commercial market. These …

Sunseeker Doors. Unbelievably Slim.

August 22, 2021October 18, 2012

The bifolding door market is buoyant but there has been little new in bifolding doors until now. However, aluminium remains …

Focus Software from Whiteshill Systems. Probably the best door and window industry software?

January 26, 2014July 1, 2012

Many trade manufacturers embraced software to produce cutting lists, quotations and materials lists quite a few years ago now, but …

The Argument for Commercial Aluminium Doors

August 30, 2021April 26, 2012

Commercial Aluminium Doors in a high traffic application with automatic operator As a general rule, a pvc door should only …

What are better windows – Aluminium or PVCu?

October 22, 2021April 19, 2012

Aluminium or PVCu? Which is the better material for your new windows or doors? The reality is both PVCu and …

The Double Glazing Conservatory Ombudsman Scheme (DGCOS)

August 22, 2021March 28, 2012

The Double Glazing and Conservatory Ombudsman Scheme, or DGCOS is a rapidly growing organisation that works to offer consumer protection …

Polyester Powder Coating and the correct specification.

December 26, 2018February 17, 2012

An excellent Article from Qualicoat on ‘Why Specify ‘Class 2’ and ‘Class 3’ Powders?’ Those in the aluminium supply chain …

Technal UK

September 10, 2021July 4, 2011

Technal UK as part of the Hydro Group of companies has been established for over 50 years and supplies a …

Senior Architectural Systems

July 24, 2024July 4, 2011

senior curtain walling and windows in a house.

Senior Architectural Systems are a highly regarded systems company offering a wide range of window systems, quality curtain walling and …

Smart Systems

July 24, 2024July 4, 2011

alitherm heritage windows in black fitted to london apartments replacing crittall windows with aluminium

Smart Systems are the UK’s largest aluminium systems company providing a substantial range of residential and commercial glazing, windows and …

Aluminium doors and windows maintenance – what’s required?

January 10, 2023June 27, 2011

routine maintenance on a commercial door

What sort of aluminium doors and windows maintenance is needed once your new glazing is fitted? Depending upon use, all …

Commercial Aluminium Doors Information on Magnetic Locks

September 10, 2020May 25, 2011

In many buildings, the main entrance door must control traffic flow yet remain secure when closed. Aluminium commercial doors with …

Panic Bars and Emergency Exit Devices

September 10, 2020January 29, 2011

Panic hardware fitted to the final exit doors of a building has to perform the function of both allowing emergency …

Andrew DOBSON

16:42 30 Oct 23

Nick responded incredibly quickly to my enquiry (on a Saturday too!), and was able to offer invaluable advice on both aluminum systems and manufacturer / suppliers. Thanks Nick!

chris steer

16:18 09 Oct 23

Had a meeting with Nick during the grand designs show. Was extremely helpful and professional would highly recommend

Chris Westhorp

19:55 13 Sep 23

Extremely helpful with pointing us in the right direction to find the products we required and suggesting firms that could reliably fit them.Nick was quick to reply and very detailed in his advice.Highly recommend reaching out to them.

Cathy Greenwood

07:03 11 Sep 23

Update - A second email to nick for help on bifolds resulted in a detailed informative reply even on a Sunday ! This guy is so knowledgable and helpful .I approached Nick for an independent view on sliding doors v bifold and the different brand options . His reply was extremely detailed and prompt and allowed me to navigate this often confusing world in a much more informed way . Thanks so much Nick

Anthony Craig

12:45 05 Sep 23

This is a must site for anyone looking for advice. Great service and very quick answers to questions. Nick has been of great help quiding us through the maze of aluminium products. Thank you

Philip Duffield

20:24 26 Jul 23

I contacted Nick @ ATS for guidance on what aluminium sliding door systems would be suitable for an opening in an extension that is going to be both wide and tall. He came back really quickly with very detailed and incredibly helpful advice. He is clearly extremely knowledgeable about the systems on the market and their respective features and capabilities. If you’re feeling a bit lost by the overwhelming range of choices out there, I’d definitely recommend contacting him.

Dariush Hekmat

17:25 19 Jul 23

Nick's advice is great. He is always quick to respond and spends time on responses, which really help to make an informed decision.

Alan Foster

07:51 12 Jul 23

Absolutely fantastic. Asked for advice about replacing Crittall (?) windows late last night and early this morning received 3 great suggestions and contact information for suppliers

Rachel Lau

09:24 16 Jun 23

Fantastic website full of valuable and pragmatic advice about product selection and comparison: no other website gives information like this. Truly written for public interest. Don't hesistate to reach out to Nick via the mailing system. He responds very quickly, is friendly, and has very sound and high knowledgable advice. I have already shared this with my friend planning her own grand design.

guard Charlie

12:28 14 May 23

I emailed this company just on the off chance they could help me with new magnetic sliders for my patio door. They were not able to supply those but were so very helpful providing me with the name of a company who could. I am so very grateful at the great service. Dare say customers must be very happy. thank you so much.

Benjamin Lewis

10:06 04 May 23

Nick is very helpful indeed. Extremely knowledgeable on bifolds which was in relation to my query. Great website as well, some very useful articles. Particularly appreciated the article that lists all the major bifold options in order of their sightlines! Thank you!

P Jones

08:07 15 Apr 23

I asked Nick some questions about an installation we were considering and he replied within hours with some very useful suggestions that will probably lead us to using a different make and supplier. Thanks, Nick. Great work.

Nicholas Wall

13:18 02 Apr 23

Looking for fair and honest expert advice on all aspect of aluminium windows and doors? These guys will arm you with all the information you need to make the RIGHT choice in a highly complex, crowded marketplace. post a question and you will get a very quick professional answer you can rely on being based on fact. Thanks guys!

Giorgia Siriaco

16:25 21 Mar 23

After a lot of research to find doors that would meet our unusual size requirements and feeling increasingly uncertain about the best way to spend our small budget, I stumbled on the ATS website, and I'm so glad I did! I contacted ATS to request advice and Nick promptly replied with a wealth of information, providing us with options and relevant contact details. I only wish I'd found them sooner!

Carol Norton

10:01 17 Mar 23

I've been so confused about how to achieve the look I'm after, and going round in circles with various window/door companies, trying to get away from the huge chunks of plastic currently around my windows. I didn't expect an email to a company found through a Google search to really help - but I was desperate, so I tried. I'm SO glad I did. Finally I have clear explanations from ATS of where I've been going wrong, exactly what I'm looking for, and a list of local companies that might be able to provide it! The response has excelled my expectations and I feel as if I'm finally inching closer to a home with which I'll be happy and comfortable: thank you.

David Nunn

20:54 14 Mar 23

It is rare that I write reviews, however after my very positive communication with Nick - enquiring about suitable slim sash aluminium windows for my project, I felt that a review was definitely warranted. I can reinforce the many positive reviews posted so far, Nick was very quick to respond, providing comprehensive detail, with excellent independent advice.In summary, great service, thank you Nick.

Chantal Auerbach

13:04 09 Mar 23

Nick from Aluminium Trade Supply was incredibly helpful informative and pleasant to deal with. He responded quickly to emails and was very knowledgeable. Highly recommend being in touch with Nick if you are considering new aluminium windows or doors.

Lee Jones

20:21 22 Feb 23

I dropped Nick at Aluminium Trade Supply an email re high security slim sightline bi-folds and their alternatives and he responded that quickly (and so comprehensively) that I felt bad I’d not paid him for his time!Nick Sir your product knowledge is outstanding and you are providing a level of service that goes wayyyy above and beyond expectations. I’ll definitely make sure I mention Aluminium Trade Supply to anyone I encounter looking for a fenestration solution 🙏🏼

G J

15:13 13 Feb 23

We are looking to replace some old UPVC patios doors with aluminium ones. The ATS website is a great source of advice in an area where clear information is sorely lacking. Having used the website, I then followed this up with a number of specific questions relating to our search, and Nick came back very quickly with clear, detailed and very useful advice.I have been very impressed with both the website and with Nick's advice. My only regret is that I didn't come across ATS before replacing various windows in 2021 - I'm sure it would have saved me a lot of grief and money! Thanks again Nick.

Azza McCabe

17:47 01 Feb 23

So impressed with this company.Responded to my query quickly andgave valuable advice. Nick was extremely helpful and we were able to move forward with our project.

Adri Loloçi

11:21 08 Jan 23

Nick was super fast to respond and provided some great recommendations. I would recommend this website to anyone looking to find bifold or sliding aluminium doors.

Stephen Houston

16:16 03 Jan 23

Looking for aluminium crittall style internal door and external patio French doors. Noted good reviews and thought would ask for advice. Comprehensive reply with excellent independent advice and lists of fitters who could provide products and installation. Great service.

Inga Geach

08:25 21 Dec 22

Nick from Aluminium Trade Supply has been extremely helpful with navigating the jungle that is aluminium glazing for our upcoming extension project. His advice was prompt, detailed and always impartial. Very grateful for your input, thanks Nick!

Amanda Burton

10:54 16 Dec 22

Brilliant website and an excellent service. Nick provided not only detailed advice and supplier contacts, but highlighted the considerations of various products so I could make an informed choice. Our Sunvista minimal sliders were fitted this week and I couldn't be happier, stunning. Thanks once again for your advice and recommendations, invaluable!

Keith Barnes

17:18 10 Dec 22

Very helpful advice given to my question, including the name of 3 different companies that i could try for the product being enquired about. Many thanks

Munim Chowdhury

11:45 13 Sep 22

Nick has been very helpful on signposting me to a number of partner organisations for steel/aluminium doors.

SUSAN wallace

17:26 31 Aug 22

My experience with this firm was exceptionally good and this is notalways the case as a female, dipping a toe into technical waters.I was spoken too with courtesy and at a level that helped me consolidate what was needed .On top of that I was given a list of companies and places where I could obtain the type of product I needed.I could not thank them enough and would certainly go there again and reccommend others do too.

Paul Salter

22:39 22 Aug 22

Contacting Aluminium Trade Supply is like contacting the Oracle direct. Advice is always comprehensive and balanced. On multiple occasions they have provided me with options that fully meet our objectives. Many thanks.

Nick McCormack

20:25 14 Aug 22

Really helpful and useful came back to me on a Sunday with some invaluable information. Highly recommended.

ray addison

13:14 14 Aug 22

received a prompt reply to my query,and helpful information from ATS