Berger-Zobel is renowned both nationally and globally, as a pioneer and a leader in coatings’ product innovation. The company has represented the highest quality standards, specialisation and innovative strength for decades and has been formative in the creation of the specialised industrial coating segment. Berger-Zobel has received regular accolades in recognition of its innovative strengths […]
The replacement fenestration market was for many years a straightforward choice for its customers based on the material from which the window was made. Timber was preferred as the authentic choice with its original detailing, while aluminium emerged as the contemporary alternative with novel design features and low maintenance requirements. PVCu then grew rapidly to […]
As demand for colour choice explodes in the UK replacement PVCu window market, the traditional model of offering only a limited range of standard colours is no longer meeting the developing tastes of many customers. With purchase decisions for replacement windows increasingly motivated by house renovation and re-styling, customers are seeking design details and […]
The Advantages of 1K Water-based Coatings vs 2K Solvent-based Protecting your staff, your business and the environment. A number of coatings used for PVCu applications are formulated using 2K solvent-based technology ; meaning they are two component solvent-based systems that use a hardener as a curing agent. The hardener ensures an accelerated cure process and […]
Over the last decade, one of the largest growth areas in the PVCu windows market has been the demand for colour. Dark colours are dominating the market with blacks, black browns and numerous greys being the most popular. These darker shades are however inherently subject to excessive heat build-up from direct sunlight which can lead […]
Fundamental to our business strategy at Prokolor is a focus on water-based products that deliver clear sustainability benefits to our customers. We don’t however compromise on product performance; indeed, we excel as our products also meet the highest test standards in the industry i.e. AAMA615. We equally ensure our products are always cost effective and […]
ProKolor is partnered with [Z] BERGER-ZOBEL of Germany to exclusively distribute their renowned ZowoPlast® coatings technology to the UK fenestration market. Like ProKolor, [Z] BERGER-ZOBEL have health, sustainability and the environment as the mainstays of their philosophy when developing products. About the Company [Z] BERGER-ZOBEL is a manufacturer of special coatings for windows, façades, doors and […]
ProKolor announces the opening of its new production and warehouse facility to establish production of their water-based PVCu coatings in the UK; reducing lead times and improving service levels to their expanding UK customer base. Graham White, Commercial Director of ProKolor, commented; As exclusive UK distributors of Berger-Zobel’s market-leading and ecologically sustainable Zowo-Plast® product range, […]
What Do Customers Really Want? – True Colour Choice At ProKolor we believe that providing real choice in both colour and finish will be critical for achieving long-term success in the PVCu windows market. We see this is increasingly what consumers are demanding1) as they focus on aesthetics and decorative trends in upgrading their properties […]
Protecting your staff, your business and the environment. Solvent-based materials have traditionally been the preferred chemistry basis for industrial paint products. Solvents, also known as volatile organic compounds (VOC’s), are included in the formulation of the paint to facilitate the application, flow out, drying and the formation of a durable paint film. However, the use […]