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Posted on 16/01/2026
Forterro has completed the installation of its Logikal MES production tracking system at Kingfisher Windows in Leeds, as the trade, retail and commercial fabricator continues to invest in its digital infrastructure to achieve tangible improvements in customer service.
The team from Forterro spent a week at Kingfisher's factory installing the system, which includes barcode scanning terminals at key machinery and fabrication stations so that aluminium frames can now be tracked in the same way as PVC-U frames for the first time.
The MES system has scan points at every production step within the factory ensuring that every process and operation is automatically reported, giving the operational and management team real-time visibility of progress.
Ash Ellis, Kingfisher’s General Manager, says they are already very impressed: “We signed up for Logikal MES after we saw the demo at the FIT Show last year, because we felt it would give us new levels of insight into our operation that would help us enhance our efficiency and reduce the potential for errors and manufacturing deviations.
“We're already seeing those benefits. We can see the status of every order at the touch of the button and analyse any delays or issues much more quickly than before. We have also been able to eliminate paperwork in the factory which is a real step forward and we can also report almost instantly to customers on the progress of their order.
“We now have access to consistently accurate information on every job and that is having a positive impact on internal as well as external communication. As we continue to interrogate and work with the MES system, we’re confident that we will see further payback in terms of increased throughput and potentially reduced lead times.”
Daniel Hodges, Sales Team Lead at Forterro, added: “We’re really excited to see the continuing roll out of Logikal MES in the UK. Kingfisher led the way from the start by becoming the first fabricator to sign up for the system and now that it is installed, they are setting the pace in terms of leveraging maximum benefit.”
Kingfisher Windows has been a Logikal licence holder since 2010 and uses the software to support its aluminium fabrication in Reynaers, Stellar and Senior Architectural Systems.
More info at: https://www.forterro.com/en/windows-and-doors and https://www.kingfisherwindows.co.uk/
Posted on 12/01/2026
New brand identify for BM products and digital solutions for windows, doors and facades.
12 January 2026 – BM Group, the UK fenestration industry's leading software, data and web specialist, best known for products like Evolution, Evonet and Logikal, will operate under the Forterro name going forward and present all its digital software solutions within a unified brand identity. Having become part of the international software provider Forterro at the start of 2025, this step makes the BM Group’s affiliation with Forterro clearly visible and underlines the shared strategic direction.
The BM Group switch aligns with that of Orgadata, the Germany-based developer of LogiKal, which was also acquired by Forterro last year. Both the BM Group and Orgadata product portfolios are being brought together under the Forterro brand to create clarity and consolidate the company’s strengths for the benefit of customers and partners. Established solutions such as Logikal, Evolution and Evonet, together with additional Forterro offerings, now form an integrated portfolio that supports companies digitally across their entire value chain – from planning and costing through to production and process integration.
Dean Hodges, Sales Director at Forterro, commented: "The new brand identity sends a clear message: we are no longer operating as a standalone company, but as part of a unified organisation with shared resources and a clear vision."
Bernd Hillbrands, founder of Orgadata and Head of the windows and doors business unit within Forterro added: "For all our customers, this means combining our deep industry expertise with Forterro's international strength. This allows us to accelerate investment in cloud technologies, expand support structures and develop solutions that simplify processes, grow alongside the business and ensure long-term competitiveness."
The business unit's strategic direction aligns with Forterro's goal of providing comprehensive software support to small and medium-sized companies in manufacturing and skilled trades. With the successful acquisitions of both BM Group and Orgadata, Forterro has significantly strengthened its position in the windows, doors and facades segment. Under the Forterro umbrella, innovation is set to progress more rapidly, synergies will be leveraged and customers across different markets will be supported in a more targeted way.
The transition to the new branding applies to BM Group's entire product portfolio. All existing customer relationships and support structures remain in place. In this context, the Forterro brand stands for continuity and reliability, as well as a clear commitment to supporting companies in advancing their digital processes in a successful and self-directed way.
Posted on 19/09/2025
Marco Metzlaff named AI Transformation Leader
Software provider Forterro has appointed Marco Metzlaff to the newly created role of AI Transformation Leader, strengthening the company-wide commitment to artificial intelligence (AI).
The appointment develops Forterro’s strategy to embed AI as a driver of customer-centric innovation. Metzlaff, who joins the company from IBM and has previously worked for Accenture and Novartis, will oversee the development and implementation of Forterro’s AI strategy, ensuring it delivers long-term benefits for customers and the business.
With more than 20 years of experience in transformation processes – particularly in ERP and technology consulting – Metzlaff has recently specialised in the practical application of AI. In his new role, he will coordinate operational measures, strengthen existing initiatives and ensure AI capabilities are embedded across Forterro’s industrial portfolio.
The hire builds on Forterro’s successful cloud transformation and reflects the growing importance of AI in manufacturing and industry. By integrating solutions such as Prodaso and other AI microservices into the MyForterro platform, customers are using AI-driven insights to provide transparency across business and production processes, identifying optimisation opportunities early and supporting informed, real-time decision-making. This helps manufacturers reduce downtime, improve quality and increase their productivity and competitiveness in the long term.
Marco Metzlaff, AI Transformation Leader, at Forterro, said:
"At Forterro, we want to take the next logical step in artificial intelligence – professionalising our expertise and focusing it on measurable customer impact. We have decades of experience working with industrial midmarket companies and our goal is to deliver industry-specific AI solutions that make a sustainable difference to those customers’ daily operations, from shop floor efficiency to strategic decision-making."
Marcus Pannier, President, Lines of Business, at Forterro, added:
"AI transformation is integral to our long-term strategy. By embedding AI at the highest organisational level, we are making it easier for our customers to advance their own digital development and AI capabilities. This underlines our position as a dedicated partner for mid-market manufacturers right across Europe."
Posted on 18/09/2025
Solidor has unveiled five striking new colours, now available to all resellers through Sales Generator by Glazing Vault. The expanded palette introduces:
Each shade has been carefully designed to transform entrances into true statements of style — whether homeowners prefer to blend seamlessly with their surroundings or stand out with confidence.
Through Sales Generator, Solidor resellers can now showcase the complete Solidor range, generate enquiries, and inspire customers with these bold new colour options. In addition, the colours have been fully integrated into the Solidor Cloud, making them available for quoting and ordering right away.
This expansion not only strengthens the Solidor product offering but also gives resellers more tools to win new business and deliver doors that reflect each customer’s unique personality and home.
Posted on 01/09/2025
BM Group The Consultancy has launched another exciting new digital platform, designed to make it easier for customers to manage and distribute digital resources.
The new flexible Resource Centre streamlines how customers share information, content and on-demand digital assets across their networks by putting everything into a secure, self-service, online hub.
Peter Lancaster, Project Lead at The Consultancy explained: “The Resource Centre is a smarter way to make key resources instantly accessible - whether that’s to trade partners, specifiers, or internal sales teams. It puts an end to email attachments, filesharing websites and lost files and replaces that with one fully branded, central space. It is simple to deploy, easy to use, and can be customised to suit almost any business model."
Like all of the new digital platforms from The Consultancy, the Resource Centre has been built for scalability and customisation, with virtually no limit on how much customers can securely share or in what format – from brochures, photos, videos and sales assets to technical documents. It can even be set up to send email notifications when news or updates are posted.
PDS Doorsets, for example, has a straightforward platform which allows commercial and public sector clients to access and download product documents and certifications.
Epwin Window Systems, meanwhile, has a more advanced version of the platform which has controlled customer, partner and staff access, with tailored content and a brand-specific user experience across multiple systems.
Peter Lancaster added: “The Resource Centre is ideal for component and systems suppliers, fabricators, trade counter networks and trade bodies and commercial organisations. It’s a great way for them to modernise the customer experience and add value to their networks while, at the same time, reducing their own admin.
“It has a fully branded front-end, advanced search and filter tools for fast, intuitive navigation, and the ability to request physical assets. It can be set up with user-level permissions and role-based content access, and comes with optional analytics, lead capture and CRM integration for marketing purposes as well.”
The Resource Centre is part of The Consultancy’s expanding suite of digital platforms which already includes BM TOUCH and the recently launched Find A Location function. More details are at: https://www.theconsultancy.co.uk/resource-centre/
