Latest News From SmartBase
SmartBase and S&J Link Partner for New Orangery Solution
August 17th 2009
SmartBase, the new no-concrete conservatory and orangery base solution, has partnered with S&J Link Ltd on its innovative Orangery Solutions. As large conservatories and orangeries continue to do well despite the economic downturn, installers need simple, easy to use, profitable solutions to ensure they make the most of the opportunities that exist. Steve Hemming of SmartBase explains why he is confident S&J and SmartBase have come up with a combined solution that is exactly what installers need: “There is a clear synergy between the two companies because we both offer straight forward systems that cut out the need for installers to rely on skilled labour when installing an orangery. Using both systems together means installers can remain in control of the entire installation process from start to finish which ultimately allows them to make more money.
“The SmartBase solution allows installers to get back in the driving seat with its no-concrete base, wall and beam solution. Because SmartBase is an engineered factory built base with lightweight components, it is manufactured to exact sizes and can be carried through homes with no rear access - ideal for town houses and terraced homes. As a result, SmartBase is a product that not only makes installers lives easier, but also offers added value and additional benefits to help make the sale to the homeowner in the first place.”
Gavin Paskin, Sales and Marketing Director of S&J Link adds: “Our orangery is the only one that provides a complete structural solution for installers. We supply the entire structure from the lintel height up, including the glazed element, the structural platform and flat roof covering which make the process very simple and cost effective from start to finish. Orangery Solutions means you DO NOT need structural steelwork, skilled carpenters, lead/flat roofing contractors or a structural engineer to produce calculations. The product can be easily installed by your own fitters in one day due to the exceptionally high level of fabrication - even the insulation is cut to size. We’ve been working closely with SmartBase in recent months to build on our partnership and while both products offer great benefits in their own right, together we are confident we have the best one stop Orangery Solutions for installers.”
For more information call Steve Hemming at SmartBase on 01480 819 100 or Gavin at S&J Link on 01904 798999.
See For Yourself How SmartBase Can Save You Money
June 15th 2009
SmartBase, the offsite manufactured solid foundation base system, is offering installers the opportunity to see if its base system is as innovative and easy to install as it says, by offering an open invitation to its factory. Steve Hemming of SmartBase explains: “From experience we’ve found some installers think our system is too good to be true at first, but when they see it, put it together themselves and walk around on it they can’t wait to show it to their customers and start making money from the system. That’s why we are opening the doors to our factory and brand new showroom to installers across the country, so they can visit and see for themselves.
“Visitors to our premises will be given a tour of our modern methods of construction facility as well as our new showroom displaying the base in the process of being installed and with a fully finished orangery in place, installed by S&J Link, manufacturer of the next generation conservatory and orangery solutions roof systems.
“We realise it’s a lot to ask people to take a day out of their busy schedules to see a new product, but we are confident it would be worth their well due to the time savings they will gain from using our product in the field.”
If you would like to see how easy it is to use and make money from SmartBase, call Steve or Peter on 01480 819 100.
SmartBase Puts Installers Back in the Driving Seat
February 6th 2009
Conservatories and more recently Orangeries are great ways to add space and value to a home, but historically have caused installers problems due to their heavy reliance on other trades people. Steve Hemming of SmartBase, the new 100% no-concrete conservatory and orangery base solution explains: “While overall conservatory sales have seen a dip in recent years, it has been reported that demand for the larger more bespoke conservatories, and increasingly orangeries, is on the up. But all eyes are on the bottom line of any good installation business - even more so as the market continues to get tougher - so to make money in this sector, installers need to be in control of the entire installation process from start to finish. SmartBase allows installers to get back in the driving seat for the duration of the installation with its 100% no-concrete base and dwarf wall solution. Absolutely no trades people are necessary which not only gives installers more control, it also means they can fit more conservatories in a week which of course means they can make more money. Because SmartBase is a factory built base with lightweight components it is manufactured to exact sizes and can be carried through homes with no rear access, ideal for town houses and terraced homes. As a result, SmartBase is a product that not only makes installers lives easier, but also offers added value and additional benefits to help make the sale to the homeowner in the first place.”
For more information on SmartBase call Steve or Peter on 01480 819 100.
New Conservatory Base Solution Saves Installers Time
December 4th 2008
As market conditions show no sign of easing in 2009, it’s more important than ever for installers to differentiate from the competition to win new business. A new conservatory base solution, now available, will help installers do just that. “SmartBase from Hightech Building Solutions is unique with its 100% no-concrete solution,” explains Steve Hemming, Technical Director of SmartBase. “Unlike its closest competitors, the highly engineered SmartBase requires absolutely no wet trades so removes time and hassle for the installer. Conservatories and more recently Orangeries are great ways to add space and value to a home, but historically have caused problems for installers due to their heavy reliance on other trades people. SmartBase allows installers to take control of the whole process and make more money from conservatories installations as a result. The prefabricated base lightweight components can easily be carried through homes with no rear access and are manufactured to exact sizes so will always provide a perfect fit. Other benefits of the system include: no skips needed to remove spoil; Fitted over existing patios; Manholes and drains can be left in place; Meets and exceeds building regulations.”
The SmartBase system has been establishing itself with key customers for some time and has 1000 bases in the market.