In this episode of Two PiGs in a Pod, Solar Fabrications' Gareth Jones returns to the podcast, joining us from the picturesque Chile.

Gareth talks to George about his latest adventure as part of the PiGs Machu PiGchu team, taking on the legendary Inca Trail to Machu Picchu alongside a team of 13, made up almost entirely of people from across the glazing industry, to raise much needed funds for Harry's Pals.

Having previously taken on the PiGs Kilimanjaro challenge in 2024, Gareth reflects on why he signed up for another major charity challenge, the physical and mental demands of trekking at altitude, and what it was like sharing the experience with his partner, Sandrine, and the rest of the team.

We also discuss the incredible camaraderie within the glazing industry, the importance of raising awareness as well as money for good causes, and Gareth’s personal connection with Harry’s Pals, where he serves on the board of trustees.

Plus, we catch up on the latest developments at Solar Fabrications, compare Kilimanjaro with the Inca Trail, look ahead to what’s next, and finish with our This or That – Industry Edition!

We’re delighted to welcome Chris Beck of the Glazing Summit and GGP Magazine back onto the podcast for another chat about one of the main conference and networking events in the UK glazing industry calendar.

With this year’s Glazing Summit fast approaching on 8 October, Chris looks back on last year’s event and reflects on what stood out, the conversations that surprised him and the topics that generated the most interest across the industry.

We then turn our attention to this year’s Summit, including how independent research has helped shape the programme, the big issues that are likely to generate debate and the challenge of balancing the subjects the industry needs to discuss with the things people actually want to talk about.

Chris also gives us an insight into the thinking behind this year’s different session streams, the speakers he’s particularly looking forward to hearing from and his thoughts on how the Glazing Summit could continue to evolve in the years ahead.

And because this is Two PiGs in a Pod, we couldn’t let Chris return without putting him through another “This or That – Industry Edition”, while we also find out who Chris thinks would make a great future guest on the podcast.

So grab a brew, settle in and join us for another conversation from the people that make our industry what it is.

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In this episode of Two PiGs in a Pod, we're joined by Wolfgang Gorner, Managing Director of Hörmann UK!

With an impressive career within the glazing and building products industry, Wolfgang shares his career pathway before joining Hörmann in 2018.

In this episode, we chat about what attracted him to Hörmann, the company's family-owned approach and what makes the business different in an increasingly competitive market.

We also look at the wider glazing industry, the challenges facing the sector and where Wolfgang sees the biggest opportunities over the next few years.

And with Hörmann preparing for its biggest ever FIT Show stand at FIT Show 2027, we find out why the company is making such a statement, what visitors can expect and why FIT Show remains such an important event for the business.

Finally, Wolfgang looks ahead to the future of Hörmann UK, what continues to motivate him after so many years in the industry, his professional bucket list and the legacy he hopes to leave behind.

🎧 In this episode, you can hear:

👤 Wolfgang's career journey

🏢 Joining Hörmann UK

💡 What makes Hörmann different?

📈 The current glazing market

🚀 Opportunities for the industry

🏗️ Hörmann's biggest ever FIT Show stand

🔮 The future of Hörmann UK

🏆 What Wolfgang wants his career and legacy to look like

🐷 Watch the latest episode of Two PiGs in a Pod now!

This week on Two PiGs in a Pod, we’re joined by Lee Marriott of The DUN Agency for a conversation covering his career, the glazing industry, networking, and what it takes to step out on your own and build something new.

Lee has become a familiar face across the glazing industry over the last 24 years, but where did it all begin?

We look back at his career, the people and experiences that have shaped him, and the lessons he’s picked up along the way.

We also get into one of the biggest steps in Lee’s career so far: the launch of The DUN Agency. What made him decide that now was the right time to start his own business? What has surprised him since launching? And where does he see The DUN Agency making a difference within the industry?

Plus, we discuss:

🔹 Why relationship building and networking have been so important

🔹 His proudest career moment

🔹 The biggest changes he has witnessed across the glazing industry

🔹 The opportunities that excite him about the future

🔹 What he would be doing if he wasn't working in glazing

🔹 The advice he'd give to someone starting out in the industry today

🔹 And the one piece of advice he would give his younger self

Watch the latest episode of Two PiGs in a Pod now!

Brian McDonald of FOREL UK & Ireland returns to Two PiGs in a Pod for another conversation with host George, picking up where his previous episode left off and looking at what has happened across the glazing industry over the past 18 months.

This time, the conversation covers some of the biggest topics currently shaping the sector, including the growing focus on triple glazing AKA thin triples, the industry's readiness for its wider adoption, and the feedback FOREL is receiving from the market.

Brian also reflects on a huge milestone for FOREL as the company celebrates 50 years in business, discussing the secrets behind five decades of success, the incredible anniversary celebrations and whether reaching 50 has made the business more reflective or even more ambitious for the future.

And with FOREL already confirmed as an exhibitor at FIT Show 2027, Brian explains why the company committed early, what the show means to FOREL and gives us some early hints about what visitors might expect.

We also talk about why face-to-face conversations remain so important, FOREL's priorities for the next 12 months, and what success could look like when Brian returns to the podcast again.

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In this episode of Two PiGs in a Pod (or should it be called Three PiGs in a Pod for this episode?!), George Lewis is joined by Steve Langton and Clair Melville-Brown from MACO UK to hear about their varied careers, while celebrating the company's incredible 40th anniversary in 2026.

Steve and Clair reflect on their own career journeys, sharing how they first entered the glazing industry, some of the milestones that have shaped their careers, and the people and moments that have inspired them along the way.

They also discuss how both MACO and the wider glazing industry has evolved over the years, the biggest changes they've witnessed, and what has made working in glazing such a rewarding career.

The conversation also looks back at four decades of MACO UK, exploring the company's defining achievements, the importance of its long-serving employees, and what it was like celebrating this major milestone with colleagues, customers and industry friends.

Looking to the future, Steve and Clair share their thoughts on what's next for both themselves and MACO, offer advice to their younger selves starting out in their careers, and explain why they're optimistic about the future of the glazing sector.

In the latest episode of Two PiGs in a Pod, we're joined by Remi Cake, Managing Director of Window Warehouse, as the company celebrates an incredible 40 years in business.

Remi takes us back to the very beginning of his career, sharing how he first entered the glazing industry following initial plans to be a professional golfer, joining the family business at Window Warehouse, and his journey from shop floor, to Sales Director, to Managing Director.

We discuss the lessons he's learned throughout his career, and the people who influenced him along the way.

Remi also reflects on what it was like stepping into the role of Managing Director and the vision he has for Window Warehouse's future.

With Window Warehouse reaching its landmark 40th anniversary, Remi also looks back at the company's biggest milestones and achievements, the secrets behind four decades of success, and how the business has celebrated this fantastic achievement with its staff, customers and suppliers.

Looking ahead, George and Remi also explore what's next for Window Warehouse, and finish with some advice Remi would give to his younger self, plus the usual This or That round and final shoutouts.

The FIT Show is back in just under a year, and momentum is already building!

In this latest episode of Two PiGs in a Pod, we're delighted to welcome back Nickie West, Event Director of FIT Show, to find out how preparations are progressing with less than a year to go until the UK's leading trade show for the fenestration sector returns.

Nickie shares why exhibitors seem to be committing earlier than ever for this edition of the show, what this says about confidence in the industry and the show itself, and explains the appointment of a new German sales representative as FIT Show aims to strengthen its international appeal.

Following the record-breaking success of the 2025 event, we also discuss what's new for FIT Show 2027, the biggest developments visitors and exhibitors can expect, and why attending the show should be firmly in the diary of anyone working in the fenestration sector.

As always, there's plenty of insight, a few laughs along the way, and Nickie also takes on our This or That quick-fire round, before, in a new twist for returning guests, reveals who she thinks should be joining us as future guests on the podcast.

If you're involved in the glazing and fenestration industry, this is an episode you won't want to miss.