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Dales Fabrications Launches New E-Commerce Platform

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Dales Fabrications has launched a brand-new e-commerce platform, giving trade professionals direct, 24/7 access to the UK manufacturer’s standard range of aluminium rainwater products. The platform will soon expand to include Dales standard fascia, soffit, and solar shading systems.

Dales Fabrications new e-commerce platform gives you 24/7 access to their standard ranges of aluminium rainwater products with instant pricing and direct ordering.

A faster, simpler way to order

By cutting out the wait times that often come with third-party distributors and traditional quoting, the online shop provides instant pricing, and round-the-clock ordering. Customers can purchase Dales complete range of gutter and downpipe components – including hoppers, stop ends, brackets, adaptors, and connectors – all manufactured by Dales to the same quality standard they have built their reputation on. Every product is available in 14 standard powder-coated finishes, applied in Dales’ Syntha Pulvin-approved paint plant.

Key benefits of the Dales online shop include:

  • Instant pricing
  • Direct ordering from Dales
  • Typical delivery within 10 working days
  • 14 standard architectural grade finishes available
  • 24/7 convenient online ordering
  • Flexible ordering with no minimum quantity
Through the site, you can currently order Dales entire standard range of aluminium gutters & downpipes, with upcoming additions set to include fascia, soffit, and solar shading systems.

Built for projects of every size

“Our new online shop makes it easier than ever for contractors to get what they need, when they need it,” says Andy Purdy, Managing Director at Dales Fabrications. ” Whether it’s a single replacement part or a full package of rainwater goods, everything is available instant pricing and direct delivery from us. It’s a faster, more reliable way to get the right products on site – keeping projects moving without unnecessary delays”

Designed to support projects of every size, the platform has no minimum order quantities, making it ideal for maintenance work, retrofit projects, and phased installations.

Through the site, you can currently order Dales entire standard range of aluminium gutters & downpipes, with upcoming additions set to include fascia, soffit, and solar shading systems.

Quality, Sustainability, and Support

Dales operates under ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certifications, ensuring consistent quality and environmental management standards. With nearly 5 decades of manufacturing expertise, the company prioritises quality, reliability, and sustainability across all its products and services.

While the new shop makes ordering standard components faster and easier, Dales continues to support architects and contractors nationwide with expert design advice and bespoke solutions for complex projects.

To explore Dales new online shop, visit: www.dales-eaves.co.uk/shop.

Order Gutters: https://dales-eaves.co.uk/shop/product-category/aluminium-gutters/

Order Downpipes: https://dales-eaves.co.uk/shop/product-category/aluminium-downpipes/

 

Heritage Cast Aluminium from Alumasc repeats history at Stamford Courtyard

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A Heritage Cast Aluminium rainwater system from Alumasc Water Management Solutions (AWMS), has been chosen for use on the redevelopment of a historic site in the Stourbridge village of Enville. Stamford Courtyard sits in the heart of the village, and required a system that would not only meet performance requirements, but also remain in keeping with original elements of the unique site.

The Stamford Courtyard development was delivered by main contractor Martin Evans Construction for the Enville and Stalybridge Estate, and comprises residential and office space in a beautiful courtyard setting. The site dates back to the 1800s; once home to the Stamford Arms Hotel and its outbuildings, which included a bakery, brewhouse, staff cottage and coachhouse/stable block. Built by the Earl of Stamford in 1857, the hotel accommodated visitors to the gardens at Enville Hall. Whilst the hotel was demolished in 1950, three of its outbuildings have been preserved and refurbished into charming residences, alongside three newbuild residential properties and an office suite.

Martin Evans Construction had used the Heritage Cast Aluminium range on previous projects for the Enville and Stalybridge Estate. Their experience of the system’s installation, aesthetics and performance led to specification for Stamford Courtyard, over alternative plastic systems that had failed meet design requirements.

The Heritage system offers a comprehensive range of traditional gutter profiles, with half-round, square or rectangular pipes. Following a full site survey by AWMS, Squares were supplied for the rooflines of all the buildings at Stamford Courtyard, and installed by Martin Evans Construction.

Heritage has been designed to provide all the essential architectural features appropriate to traditionally designed buildings, whilst being fully in tune with modern fast-track building contracts. It can be finished with BBA certificated powder coatings in a choice of colours, or as is the case with Stamford Courtyard, can offer a textured finish in black, to replicate the cast iron that would have been used on the original buildings.

The Heritage system is manufactured in the UK in accordance with BS EN 8530 (formerly BS 2997) and boasts a life expectancy of 40 years in rural/suburban areas and up to 25 years in industrial/marine areas. It is durable and non-corrodible, and its inherent light weight makes it easy to transport, handle and fix.

Aluminium is 100% recyclable.

AWMS: Leading the way in sustainable drainage

The AWMS ‘Concept to Completion’ process is underpinned by a solid company infrastructure which offers the following:

  • UK-based manufacturing facilities and foundry
  • national brand-specific sales team and regional support network
  • in-house technical team
  • design team to fulfil bespoke design requirements
  • rainwater and drainage calculations and on-site surveys
  • take off and estimations
  • in-house, BBA approved powder coating facilities
  • unrivalled dedicated UK technical and after-sales support

Alumasc Rainwater Gutters & Downpipes sits under the AWMS umbrella, as one of five brands well known for innovation, quality and longevity. The four accompanying brands are: Skyline Architectural Aluminium,
Harmer Building Drainage; Wade Building Drainage; and Gatic Civil Drainage & Access Covers.

Our extensive product portfolio ensures sustainable rainwater and drainage solutions that set the standard for urban water management.

Alumasc Water Management Solutions is part of the Alumasc Group. The Group proudly holds the London Stock Exchange Green Economy Mark, which is awarded to companies generating 50% or more of their total annual revenues from products and services that contribute to the global green economy.

For more information call 01536 383810 or visit www.alumascwms.co.uk/brands/rainwater

Heritage-Sensitive Retrofit: Dales Fabrications Ltd Delivers for Netherfield Estate

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Leading designer & manufacturer of aluminium building products, Dales Fabrications is contributing to the £12 million retrofit of Milton Keynes’ Netherfield Estate, demonstrating the capability of aluminium systems to support both sustainability objectives and heritage preservation requirements.

For the retrofit, Dales are supplying their Fascia Soffit in RAL 9006 Matt, Delta 100 Gutter in RAL 9010 Satin, and 101.6mm Contemporary Rainwater Pipe in RAL 9010 Satin, working alongside ECD Architects, Mears Group, and Bailey MK Ltd.

Project Overview

The SHDF Wave 1-funded project is decarbonising 302 council-owned homes while respecting the estate’s architectural significance. With Phase 1 now complete, the retrofit programme is progressing through its final stages, with completion anticipated later this year.

Originally designed by ‘The Grunt Group’ under Milton Keynes Development Corporation, the 1970s estate holds recognition as a non-designated heritage asset. The retrofit addresses critical performance issues including inadequate insulation, damp, mould, and overheating, while preserving the estate’s architectural character through careful material selection.

Why Aluminium?

Aluminium’s durability, corrosion resistance, and lightweight properties make it ideal for this complex retrofit. The material’s strength-to-weight ratio suits architectural applications, while low maintenance characteristics reduce long-term costs for residents.

The specification of aluminium products also aligns with the project’s sustainability objectives due to the material’s high recyclability, which enables continuous reuse without quality degradation and supports circular economy principles. As a founding member of the CAB Closed Loop Recycling Scheme, Dales Fabrications actively works to maximise material efficiency and minimise environmental impact. This commitment is demonstrated through the supplied rainwater pipes, which comprise 78% recycled content and maintain full recyclability at end-of-life, supporting the project’s broader environmental goals.

 Impact so Far

Energy modelling by ECD Architects guided targeted upgrades, including high-performance windows, external insulation, and warm roofs. Where Phase 1 upgrades are complete, tenants report improved thermal comfort, reduced heating requirements, and fuel bills cut by more than half compared to pre-retrofit conditions.

As well as receiving positive feedback from tenants, the project has received notable industry recognition, including being shortlisted for the ‘Unlock Net Zero Live Awards 2023’ in the Collaboration of the year category. Additionally, the project made it to the finals of both the ‘Constructing Excellence Awards 2024’ in the ‘regeneration & retrofit’ category and the ‘Unlock Net Zero Live Awards 2024’ in the ‘green homes upgrade of the Year’ category.

The importance of retrofit:

With the UK targeting 68% carbon reduction by 2030, projects like Netherfield Estate showcase how existing housing stock can be transformed through thoughtful specification, material selection, and collaboration, proving heritage preservation and decarbonisation can go hand-in-hand.

Dales CPD Seminars

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Pree Release pic2Dales can provide CPD seminars over lunch breakfast or “close of business” slots.

For smaller practices it can be worthwhile to organise group seminars with other practices or allied professionals.

If you would like to book one or more of the seminars listed below please contact Colin Dales on:

Tel: 07970 281349 or
Email: colind@dales-eaves.co.uk

 

  1. Solar Shading: Form and Function & Fire Safety

This seminar will help you understand:

  • What Brise Soleil (solar shading) is & its functions
  • Design considerations to ensure functionality is integrated into the building design
  • Different types of shading available and typical materials used

 RIBA Core Curriculum areas:

  • Design, construction and technology

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  • General Awareness

 

  1. Solar Shading: Solar Heat Gain and Compliance with Building Regulations Part L: Conservation of Power & Part B: Fire Safety

This seminar looks at the way solar shading relates to the current Building Regulations. It will help you to understand the following topics:

  • Understand how solar shading relates to Building Regulations inc Part L & Part B
  • Understand solar heat gain calculations
  • Understand how solar shading affects solar heat gain to reduce energy costs
  • Understand how solar shading can be used to comply with Building Regulation

RIBA Core Curriculum areas:    

  • Design, construction and technology
  • Legal, regulatory and statutory compliance
  • Sustainable architecture

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  • General Awareness

 

  1. Aluminium Eaves Design: Building Regulations and Other Considerations

This seminar will help you:

  • Understand how Building Regulations impact on eaves design
  • Identify the BS EN standards that relate & affect eaves & gutter design
  • Explain how aluminium offers flexibility when designing eaves solutions
  • Show aluminium’s sustainability & Closed-Loop recycling, in relation to aluminium

RIBA Core Curriculum areas:

  • Design, construction and technology

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  • General Awareness