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Glazing in the UK: Market Research Report

Market Research • Market Size • Industry Statistics • Industry Analysis • Industry Trends

Glazing Market Research Report | SIC F43.342 | Jan 2013

Not so glossy: Declining demand has taken the shine off industry revenue

IBISWorld’s Glazing market research report is a comprehensive guide to market size and growth prospects. Our industry reports offer strategic industry analysis of the factors influencing companies, including new product developments, economic, lifestyle and demographic influences, distribution and supply chain factors and pricing issues. Full analysis accompanies our data forecasts to illustrate how the market responds to emerging industry trends.

Report Snapshot
Market Share of Companies
Saint-Gobain plc Saint-Gobain plc market share
Industry Statistics & Market Size
Revenue
£755m
Annual Growth 08-13
-6.5%
Annual Growth 13-18
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Profit
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Employment
10,760
Businesses
1,408
Industry Analysis & Industry Trends

The Glazing industry comprises companies and independent contractors that are primarily engaged in the installation of glass and glass products for residential, public and commercial buildings, as well as maintenance and repairs. The industry is primarily affected by downstream demand from the building construction markets. The sustained economic downturn over the past five years has resulted in a decline in business confidence, tighter access to credit for consumers, and government spending cuts. All of these have contributed to a lack of investment in the building construction markets, and thus declining demand for industry operators. Industry revenue is estimated to decline at a compound annual rate of 6.5% over the five years through 2012-13... purchase to read more

Industry Report - Industry Products Chapter

The principal activity of the Glazing industry is the installation or repair of glass for windows, doors and mirrors. This excludes the installation of prefabricated or modular window and door units, which are typically installed by joinery contractors. Construction projects can range from small-scale simple jobs in residential properties to large-scale complex projects for corporation buildings.

General installation services

The industry derives approximately 54% of its revenue from the provision of general glazing contractor services, which include the installation of windows, mirrors, shower screens, storefront windows, decorative glass room dividers and skylights... purchase to read more

 


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What is the Glazing Industry?

Operators in the industry are mainly engaged in the installation of glass and glass products such as glass panels and mirrors (i.e. glazing work). Industry activities may involve new work, additions, tinting glass, maintenance and repairs. This industry excludes the installation of unglazed window frames.

Industry Products
General installation servicesEmergency repairs and maintenanceCurtain wall installationTinting and laminating glassOther services
 
Industry Activities
Curtain wall installation, maintenance and repairGlass panel and screen installation and repairShop front glass panel and door installation and repairLeadlight and stained glass installation and repairGlass laminating and tinting Mirror installationMinor glass product fabrication


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