Crystal Units, a specialist glazing manufacturer based in West Hendon, has been highlighted as one of the local businesses benefiting from Barnet Council’s Construction Supply Chain Programme.

The initiative was launched by Barnet Council to connect local businesses with major construction projects across the borough. By supporting collaboration between developers and suppliers, the programme aims to strengthen the local economy while ensuring projects are delivered using skilled local expertise.

Through the programme, Crystal Units has been able to showcase its advanced glazing technologies to contractors and developers working on large-scale developments across Barnet.

Supporting local manufacturing and construction

Crystal Units has over 30 years of experience manufacturing high-performance glazing solutions for residential, commercial and heritage projects. The company specialises in innovative glass technologies such as C.U.in insulating glass and NUCLR heated glass, which help buildings achieve improved energy efficiency and thermal performance.

By participating in the supply chain programme, Crystal Units has been able to demonstrate how modern glazing solutions can contribute to sustainable construction and improved building performance.

The programme has helped strengthen relationships between local manufacturers and construction partners, enabling businesses like Crystal Units to play a role in delivering projects within the borough.

Boosting the local economy

Barnet Council’s Construction Supply Chain Programme has already delivered significant economic benefits by connecting local suppliers with developers working on new housing and commercial projects.

For Crystal Units, the programme has provided opportunities to collaborate with contractors and architects, ensuring that innovative glazing solutions manufactured locally can be used in developments across the borough and beyond.

Supporting sustainable building solutions

With increasing focus on energy efficiency and carbon reduction in construction, high-performance glazing is playing a growing role in modern building design.

Crystal Units’ technologies are designed to improve insulation, reduce heating demand and enhance comfort within buildings while maintaining the aesthetic flexibility required by architects and designers.

By working with local authorities, developers and construction partners, Crystal Units continues to contribute to the delivery of innovative and sustainable building solutions.