Orangery is the New Black

Welcome to Ultraframe

Your guide to everything Ultraframe, Quantal and Wendland

Alex White

Prelude

1. Introduction a. The first things you should know....

i. What do Ultraframe do? ii. The unequivocal, definitive difference between an Orangery and

a Conservatory iii. Company Mission Statement iv. Brief Company History v. Quantal & Wendland vi. The Gaffer

b. The first things you should do.... i. Listen ii. Learn iii. Work hard iv. The 6 Golden rules to follow to succeed

c. Your Induction i. The Tour ii. Human Resources iii. Meet your Ultra-mates iv. Know your role v. Product Training.

2. Ultraframe a. Conservatories

i. An introduction to the Conservatory ii. The Styles of Conservatory iii. The Classic Roof

b. Orangeries i. An introduction to the Orangery ii. The styles of Orangeries iii. UltraSky iv. UltraSky Lantern Roof & Deck

c. Replacement Roofs i. An introduction into Replacement roofs ii. The styles of Replacement roofs iii. UltraRoof 380 iv. LivinRoof

d. Extensions i. An introduction into Extensions ii. The styles of Extensions iii. Loggia iv. JHAI

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e. Quantal i. An introduction to Quantal ii. What makes Quantal different?

f. Wendland i. An introduction to Wendland ii. What makes Wendland different?

PreludeHi there, congratulations on becoming the latest Ultraframe Marketing Assistant.

Ultraframe is a fantastic company to work for and so long as you put in the work, effort and commitment that, is expected of you, you will enjoy a prosperous and enjoyable career at Ultraframe, known for looking after every single one of their 800+ employees!

Welcome to the Ultras!!

1. Introductiona) The First Things you should know...

i) What do Ultraframe do?

Ultraframe fabricate, supply and install Conservatories, Orangeries, Replacement roofs and Extensions.

We are the leader in our market and have installed 1.8 million conservatories out of the 4 million built in the UK.

We have relationships directly with fabricators and installers and also have a huge network of distributors that supply small to medium sized companies with our products.


ii) The Unequivocal, definitive, difference between a Conservatory and an Orangery!

For a building to qualify as a conservatory, 75% of the roof has to be made out of either; Polycarbonate or Glass. The surrounding walls also have to be made out of Polycarbonate or Glass adding up to at least 50%.

Anything below these parameters is classed as an Orangery.

iii) Ultraframe’s Mission Statement

Ultraframe's mission is to be the leading provider of conservatory systems for home improvement and new housing applications in the UK and Europe.

iv) Brief Company History

Ultraframe was started in 1983 by John Lancaster as a small company manufacturing PVC windows and doors. He became aware that there was a need for a top quality roofing system in the UK market and so set about creating one.

The system known today as the Ultraframe Classic system was the result. Designed completely by an in-house team, led by John Lancaster, this system is still the most configurable on the market and is widely acknowledged as the best quality system available.

This passion for innovation and development has continued and today Ultraframe is the market leader in the design and manufacture of conservatory roofing systems. Over time competitors have entered the market but we have retained our position as number 1 by maintaining a desire to provide our customers with the very best products and services.So, all the industry 'firsts' are ours - we created the industry standards when there were none. The passion for excellence continues today through our extensive and market-leading product range.


iv) Quantal & Wendland

Wendland joined us in March 2008, they are the of the three brands but still uphold the quality feel and look that any brand that has Ultraframe blood promises

Quantal, were a company of their own in 2011, residing on the south coast of England, they were known for their quality aluminium systems. Ultraframe acquired the company back in 2012 and moved the offices to Clitheroe.

It is the premium brand of all 3, and is going from strength to strength

v) The CEO

Julian Slade our Chief Executive Officer has vast experience of being at the very top, having worked for huge corporations such as Proctor + Gamble and Nestle, holding Director level positions at both.

He has a wealth of knowledge and experience and has taken Ultraframe from Strength to Strength since he joined us in 2011.

b) The First Things you should do...

i) Listen!Some of the most successful people whether they be singers, footballers, business men/women, postage stamp collectors or even cat groomers have succeeded in their roles and lives because they listened to advice.

Steve Jobs, was fired from his own company Apple inc. in 1985. He went away and listened to people that knew more than him and learnt things that he would never have grasped had he not listened, he started his second company Pixar inc. and was reinstated at Apple inc. In 1996.

If you listen to people of all backgrounds of knowledge you will acquire new levels of knowledge for your own and other people’s benefit.


ii) LearnMost people think that they stop learning as soon as they step out of school or university.

They couldn’t be more wrong, in every walk of life, no matter what it may be, there will always be someone who knows more about a certain topic than you, there is always something you can learn from someone.

iii) Work HardHard work will always overcome natural talent, when natural talent does not work hard – Sir Alex Ferguson

It doesn’t matter how good at something you are, if you do not commit yourself to it and work hard through blood, sweat and tears, success will always be one step too far away.

iv) 6 Golden rules you should follow to succeedThese 6 rules do not work one by one, If you consistently follow all 6 collectively, you will make a success of anything:

1) Have a Positive Attitude2) Be self-motivated3) Have a Student Mentality4) Be Personable5) Have a strong Work Ethic6) Be Honest in everything that you do.

c) Your Induction

i) The TourMr. Ultraframe himself, Ian Rushton will give you a tour of Ultraframe’s two sites here at Lime St. and at Lincoln Way

You will see the operation that goes on behind the scenes and the incredible work that all of our warehouse staff put in every single day!


ii) Human ResourcesMake sure that all of your paperwork is filled in for Human Resources to get you on the system, and paid!!

iii) Meet your Ultra-mates

You will find that everyone at Ultraframe is not only warm, welcoming and just generally lovely but they’re all working towards the same goal which is asking Ultraframe the biggest and best! Introduce yourself, be yourself and you will fit like a glove!

iv) Know your roleFamiliarise yourself with your work station and the people that you’re going to spend 8 hours a day with. Create yourself a routine that gets engrained into your being. Work hard, socialise with your colleagues and when you don’t quite get something, just ask and someone will be more than willing and happy to help.

v) Product TrainingPhil Wharf will be taking you on a knowledge rollercoaster in the Wharfdale Suite, yes we named it after him!! If Phil went on Mastermind his subject would almost certainly be Ultraframe Systems. Not only is he an absolute Ultra-guru but he is also a phenomenal gentleman.

2. Ultraframea) Conservatories...

i) A conservative introduction to the Conservatory...

The conservatory has been a much sought after house accessory for decades and has grabbed the imagination of many. Shape, size and colour are all things that Ultraframe have tackled over the years and come out top trumps.


75% Glass or Polycarbonate in roof50% Glass or Polycarbonate in walls

ii) Styles of Conservatory...

ii) The Classic Roof system...

The Ultraframe veteran, the classic roof system was the first of many incredible innovations made by Ultraframe. It is the most configurable high performance glass roof on the market. Don’t believe us? Ask the 1.5 million owners!

b) Orangeries...

i) What rhymes with Orangery?...The Orangery. Although not much different than the Conservatory, the orangery has gained many followers and due to the advanced technology and research housed at Ultraframe we have been able to innovate the Orangery to a point whereby no one thought possible.


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ii) Styles of Orangery...

iii) UltraSky...


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UltraSky Roof shows off a slim profile whilst delivering the very best of both the Conservatory and Orangery worlds.

It is placed on eaves beams/window frames instead of a flat roof like the lantern and delivers an unmatched flooding of natural light and increases the feeling of space incredibly.

Whilst delivering the feel of a conservatory, the UltraSky Roof shows off a traditional Orangery deck, creating the perfect marriage between the two styles.

iv) UltraSky Lantern roof and deck...

The UltraSky Lantern creates an unbelievable amount of natural light whilst projecting minimal shadow.

Weighing in at an incredible 6x4m the biggest of its kind, this is despite having 3 less bars than any other rival product.


c) Replacement Roofs...

i) Irreplaceable replacements...Old conservatories and tired Orangeries have been crying out to their owners for years to upgrade their flaking roofs and tired supports. This is where Ultraframe comes into itself, from the lightweight UltraRoof 380 to the customisable LivinRoof there is a roof, ready to replace any tiring roof turning a tired conservatory into an extension to be envied.

ii) Replacement roof styles...See 2.b.i styles.

iii) UltraRoof 380...

The latest and greatest innovation, from Ultraframe. This lightweight tile system is perfect for replacing an old and tiring conservatory roof.

Easy and quick to install, it makes earning and fitting quicker and less painful for our installers and consumers.

Water tight in 2 hours, tiled in 6!!


Up to 15x more efficient than any of its competitors the UltraRoof brings both glamour and purpose to the field of roof replacements.

Depending on preference full glazed Conservaglass panels or Velux Windows can be inserted into the tiling, to give a flood of light into the extension.


iv) LivinRoof

The most configurable replacement roof on the market, LivinRoof can fit any shape of conservatory out there. It comes with the LivinRoom internal perimeter as standard giving a light and airy feel to the new room.

Like the UltraRoof 380 the LivinRoof is quick to install leaving very little disruption to consumers and more installing time for installers.


d) Extensions...

i) An extended introduction into extensions....An extension isn’t just an extra room on a house, many consumers see it as a statement of intent. Fully personal and customisable. An Ultraframe extension is a fantastic way to add space to any home.

ii) Styles of Extension...

ii) LOGGIA & Extension +

These clever columns are super insulated and super efficient. Bringing style and a radical new look to the outside of any conservatory or extension.

The Internal look and usability is significant as well.


iv) Jhai Ltd. Jhai Ltd. are one of the largest approved inspectors, employing over 100 surveyors, working out of regional offices across England and Wales.

Ultraframe have worked closely with Jhai to achieve a simple and stress free application process for permissions.

Think of Jhai as a Extension and new build permissions version of OFSTED, useful for when at work. Useful if you want to turn your shed into a public swimming pool. Win-Win

e) Quantal...

i) An introduction to Quantal Quantal joined us in 2012, after having moved from the south coast of England.

Quantal have been the leaders in aluminium built extensions for years and since joining in on the Ultraframe fun, have gone from strength to strength.

ii) What makes Quantal different?... The price for a start, Quantal as previously stated in the introduction is the most premium of the three brands housed at Ultraframe.

Changing location didn’t mean a change of style, the all aluminium system has stayed strong and is only growing.

The quality of Ultraframe coupled with the style and elegance of Quantal’s aluminium heart, is a force making the rest of the market quiver.

f) Wendland

i) What makes Wendland different?... In the 9th year of partnership with Wendland, Ultraframe still holds the brand in the highest of regard.

The Wendland system delivers Ultraframe quality and structure at a very competitive and market piercing price.


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