Kris Bennell, Director of Associated Steel Window Services (ASWS) discusses the continuing health threat posed by a class of paint which has been banned for the past 30 years; and the solutions. “Dealing with lead paint in old buildings is a growing issue; options include grit-blasting in-situ or at off-site premises, removal by chipping, or …
As the UK’s leading specialist in the repair and replication of metal window systems, Associated Steel Window Services (ASWS) is not only confident in its expertise; it’s also incredibly proud of the team making it all possible – in the office, on-site and everyone in between! The senior management team at ASWS is formed from …
While contemporary steel windows are precision-made and finished with high performance paint systems over a hot-dip galvanised coating, the early examples which predominate in many of our older industrial, warehouse and commercial buildings were all prone to variations in frame section size, corrosion and consequent cracking of the glazing. Property owners therefore need the skills …
ASWS servicing expertise extends working life of steel windows Read More »
Dealing with damaged or neglected old metal windows can be a genuinely daunting challenge for property owners or their maintenance teams, but replacement – especially using modern alternatives – is rarely the only answer as specialist contractor Associated Steel Window Services (ASWS) can attest. In work across the South-East and further afield, the London-based company …
Maintenance and repair the sustainable option for failing metal frames Read More »
Lauren Murphy of Taylor Alden speaks to Kris Bennell, Contracts Director of Associated Steel Window Services and long-standing Steel Window Association member. How long have you worked at ASWS? Being a family business, I have worked, in some way or another, since I was about 10; although only full time since I graduated from the …
A recent contract, undertaken by London-based ASWS, has required the steel window repair specialist to exhibit a degree of artfulness in ensuring a large composite replica window, fabricated as part of alterations to a prominent Grade II listed building, not only matched the original, but could also operate in a manner to facilitate safe cleaning. …
ASWS undertakes artful steel window replacement at Royal Academy Read More »
The finesse and forensic attention to detail displayed by Associated Steel Window Services (ASWS) when removing, cataloguing and eventually reinstating old windows or other architectural metalwork could not be further removed from the world of the wrecking ball, or Fred Dibner burning timber props from beneath a factory chimney. It is a capability that the …
Fenestration specialist, ASWS, facilitates ‘forensic’ demolition work Read More »
Associated Steel Window Services (www.asws.co.uk) has a 60-year heritage in steel window refurbishment and replacement. now a leading figure in the steel window industry. Established in 1960, the original company concentrated on the servicing of steel windows, general glazing and repairs to fire escapes. Today, the company is one of the leading figures in the …
The refurbishment of steel windows is such a beautiful, age-old craft which is constantly evolving with new technology and ideas thanks to companies such as Associated Steel Window Services. As well as refurbishment, the pioneering company also manages servicing, reglazing, replacement and maintenance. One recent trend that the company is noting is the increased demand …