Petrarch punctuates Sugar House Island with sweet-toned reconstituted stone panels
Petrarch punctuates Sugar House Island with sweet-toned reconstituted stone panels‘While visions of sugar plums dance in your head…’ There’s something quite magical about Sugar House Island. For ourselves it’s one of those projects which doesn’t come round too often....
Kinglsey Healthcare gets a Helping Hand
Kingsley Healthcare Care HomeKingsley Healthcare, Holt, North Norfolk, is a next generation healthcare sector project, currently being developed by main contractor RG Carter, supported by our client Eden Facades – whose expertise were enlisted for the sourcing and...
APS is proud to support Mental Health Week
APS is proud to support Mental Health WeekLet’s move more for our mental health At Architectural Panel Solutions the wellbeing of our employees is a real priority. In support of Mental Health Week, we’re shining the spotlight on a key member of our team, Verity Page,...
What makes Petrarch reconstituted stone cladding the natural choice?
What makes Petrarch reconstituted stone cladding the natural choice? Petrarch Panels blend unparalleled aesthetics, sustainability, and durability. That’s why we’re tried, tested and trusted for over 50 years and continue to be the leading choice for architects and...
National Apprenticeship Week
Well done Theo. Our Apprentice Lab Technician has just passed with a Distinction! As this week is National Apprenticeship Week, it’s only correct that we put the spotlight on our Tiro Apprentice, Theo Buffery. Particularly as Theo has just attained a Distinction in...
We’re recruiting an Operations Administrator
We're Recruiting Operations Administrator Don’t miss your chance to become part of a successful and ambitious company. If you’re highly organised, focused, and have a strong eye for detail, then this could be the role you’ve been looking for. Multi-faceted, this...
APS are recruiting A Factory Engineer!
We're Recruiting A Factory Engineer We’re pleased to share that Architectural Panel Solutions is on the lookout for an experienced Factory Engineer for our Hastings Headquarters. This is an excellent opportunity to join our successful and ever expanding company....
Juan Barato – Promotes to Technical Director
Juan Barato - Promotes to Technical Director We are thrilled to share the news that Juan Barato has been promoted to Technical Director. Juan has been instrumental in developing the technical excellence of both our Petrarch reconstituted stone rainscreen panel offer...
Downer Framing helps Brent Cross Rise & Shine this Christmas
’Tis the season to bring a community together…. Downer Framing helps Brent Cross Rise & Shine this Christmas Christmas week is finally here, and to celebrate, we’re putting the spotlight on this magnificent Downer framing project. That isn’t a Christmas project...
Introducing Nick Eckers Technical Manager
WELCOME TO THE TEAM NICK! WHEN DID YOU ACTUALLY JOIN APS? It’s been a couple of months now since I joined APS I’d say. It’s been a period of finding my feet really! Everyone within the Downer Framing team and the company as a whole has been very welcoming so far. HOW...
Architectural Panel Solutions is Recruiting a Manufacturing Operations Manager
We're Recruiting Manufacturing Operations Manager An opportunity has arisen for a Factory Engineer to join our successful and expanding company. We’re on the lookout for an experienced Manufacturing Operations Manager to join our rapidly growing team. This is an...
We’re recruiting a Factory Engineer
We're Recruiting A Factory Engineer An opportunity has arisen for a Factory Engineer to join our successful and expanding company. With our new maintenance structure, we are looking for an electrically biased engineer who is up for the challenge of helping drive...
We’re recruiting an afternoon shift supervisor
We're Recruiting An Afternoon Shift Supervisor Architectural Panel Solutions is on the lookout for a Shift Supervisor. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day to day supervision of the factory teams in respect of production and fabrication of both...
Futureproof facades for education sector builds
Futureproof facades for education sector buildsIt’s for reasons like this that we feel twitter still has a place in today’s marketing communications. We can’t quite get the whole story across on Instagram. A picture doesn’t always tell a thousand words, and it...
Please say hello to Jeremy Ash – Specification Manager
Introducing Jeremy Ash Please join us in extending a warm welcome to Jeremy. Having recently joined us as National Specification Manager, Jeremy is focused on helping us boost the profile of our Petrarch reconstituted stone rainscreen and Downer framing systems...
We’re recruiting an Apprentice Production Administrator
We're Recruiting Apprentice Production Administrator - (In conjunction with TIRO) THE DETAILS Based at our HQ in Hastings, TN38 9PP Salary: £20,000 per annum Hours: Monday to Friday 42.5 hours per week, 08:30AM-17:00PM Company pension scheme THE ROLE Working under...
Introducing Aaron Iredale
Introducing Aaron Iredale Earlier this month I had the opportunity of catching up with the team at APS. It’s been a while since I had the pleasure of talking with everyone in person. And this time the pleasure was twofold. I also had the chance to speak with two of...
Hello and welcome to Jennifer
Please join me in saying hello and welcome to JenniferIt was a real pleasure to catch up with Jennifer, our new Factory Administrator, earlier this month. She shared some great insights into her role and also shared a little tip… which I will definitely be using from...
Petrarch Reconstituted Stone Panels Are now live on NBS Source
Petrarch Reconstituted Stone Panels Are now live on NBS SourceDid you know that Petrarch reconstituted stone rainscreen facades are now live on NBS Source? All of which means you can now specify our products so much easier. All from one spot. Find out everything you...
TWO TWO FIVE Reaches new heights
TWO TWO FIVE Reaches new heights, thanks to Petrarch reconstituted stone facadeWe’d like to thank our esteemed distributor, CFS Nederland for this excellent Petrarch project reference. TwoTwoFive offers an affordable and luxurious living experience in the middle of a...
APS Supports Women in Construction Week
APS Supports Women in Construction WeekAt Architectural Panel Solutions we’re celebrating Women In Construction Week. There are so many women who drive our company forward on a daily basis and so we’ll be taking the time this week to show some appreciation.From our...
Introducing Theo Buffery – Our new APS Apprentice
Introducing Theo Buffery - Our new APS ApprenticeSay hello to our new apprentice Thanks for taking the time to talk to me Theo. Vince tells me that it’s been extremely busy recently so I do appreciate you making some space in your schedule!How old are you Theo, if you...
We’re kicking off the new year with a brand new Petrarch Presenter
We're kicking off the new year with a brand new Petrarch PresenterOur reconstituted stone rainscreen facade now has a shiny new presenter. As a leading facade manufacturer, at Architectural Panel Solutions we know how important it is to be well presented. Which is why...
Coming very soon – NBS Source
Coming very soon - NBS Source We're proud to announce that we have recently partnered with NBS, which means you can find Architectural Panel Solutions products on NBS Source. You will be able to find everything you need about our Petrarch reconstituted stone...
The Filmworks – winner of Best Refurbishment project!
Petrarch enrobed Filmworks wins Best Refurbishment project at this year’s Facade AwardsWe’re extremely proud to share that The Filmworks has won the Best Refurbishment project at this year’s Facade Awards. This is the first year that Architectural Panel Solutions has...
We’re recruiting Trainee Technical Sales Estimator
Unlock your full potential Trainee Technical Sales Estimator – Hastings An opportunity has arisen for a Trainee Technical Sales Estimator to join our successful and expanding company. Get ready to realise your full potential in this challenging and highly rewarding...
DOWNER RAINSCREEN WEBSITE NOW LIVE
Downer Framing Website ow Live! Architectural Panel Solutions is thrilled to reveal that our new Downer framing website is now live. www.downerframing.com Downer Cladding Framing now has a dedicated website This is simply a first step, we have many more innovations...
Petrarch Planx A new ‘eco-friendly’ facade solution
Petrarch Planx - A new ‘eco-friendly’ facade solution Get your project on plan with Petrarch Planx To celebrate 50 years of our reconstituted stone rainscreen, Petrarch, we’re pleased toreveal we’ve added a brand new product to our portfolio. Unveiled earlier in the...
Shortlisted for the Façade Awards 2022
Petrarch reconstituted stone rainscreen shortlisted for awardWe’re thrilled to share Architectural Panel Solutions Petrarch reconstituted stone rainscreen facade has been shortlisted for an award at the Façade Awards 2022 - a celebration of the very best in façade...
Downer, offers a helping hand for ANS Global 
MOXY HOTELOur original aluminium rainscreen framing, Downer, offers a helping hand for ANS GlobalWe’re really pleased to share this latest Downer framing projects, courtesy of our client ANS Global. Working in conjunction with Jehu Group, ANS Global have been pivotal...
welcome to our USA distributors Omnis
A massive welcome to the UKThis week we’re really pleased to welcome our USA distributors Omnis and their partners for a tour of our UK factory and some of our key Petrarch projects. To mark the moment we thought we’d share some iconic stateside Petrarch projects.Some...
Petrarch now comes with a 50 year warranty
Did you know?Petrarch now comes with a 50 year warranty!To celebrate 50 years of Petrarch we’ve introduced an impressive 50 year warranty. When you choose our reconstituted stone rainscreen facade, as part of a complete system, combined with our Downer framing. It’s...
we’re pleased to introduce Petrarch Planx
As part of our 50th year celebrations, we're pleased to introduce Petrarch PlanxTo celebrate 50 years of our reconstituted stone rainscreen, Petrarch, we’re pleased to reveal we’ve added a brand new product to our portfolio. Actually revealed earlier in the month by...
A Petrarch Legend to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee
A Petrarch Legend to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum JubileeWe’re paying homage to the Queen on 70 fabulous years of reign with a project that both the Queen and Prince Philip opened themselves. What an honour and a privilege. All hail the Queen!The Technology &...
International Women’s Day
To celebrate International Women's Day and WICW 2022, we caught up with some of APS's own key women in construction. Last year it was Sandie and Janette who stepped into the spotlight, this week we've had the pleasure of catching up with Coral and Judi, to find out...
ANS Global – Lidl Richmond
ANS Global – Lidl RichmondANS Global turn to Downer the Original Helping Hand Framing System We’re extremely pleased to be able to include this latest project in our Downer framing portfolio. ANS Global is one of our valued clients, who we’ve had the privilege of...
Petrarch turns 50!
Petrarch turns 50!Unlocking the potential for 50 years We can’t quite believe our reconstituted stone rainscreen is now 50. Time flies when you’re transforming buildings worldwide. This year marks an exciting new era for Petrarch. Since 1972 our unique panel has been...
We’re a Facade Awards – award winner!
We’re a Facade Awards - award winner!We’re pleased to announce that we’ve won the award for ‘Best Use of Fibre Cement Cladding’, in this years Facade Awards 2021. The Broxbourne School is a 'beacon of excellence for modern education.' A vibrant and contemporary...
Our brand is growing, and so is our team!
Our brand is growing, and so is our team!Next year marks 50 years since the launch of our reconstituted stone rainscreen facade, Petrarch. As part of our strategic development and to help us remain on track to achieving our vision, we’re pleased to welcome on board 4...
A Petrarch premiere!
A Petrarch premiere!We’re pleased to announce that our reconstituted stone rainscreen, Petrarch, has recently made its debut at the Filmworks. Capturing all the ‘the glamour and splendour of the roaring twenties’ this scintillating scheme has now taken the lead in our...
A brand new look. A brand new website
Petrarch unlocks the potential of its very own brand!We’ve been busy just recently, unlocking the potential of our own brand. Our Petrarch reconstituted stone cladding has been tested and trusted by architects and contractors worldwide for near on 50 years, so it was...
Our new Petrarch reconstituted stone Technical Brochure
Take a look!Our new Petrarch reconstituted stone Technical Brochure is FINALLY readyWe’ve been pretty busy just recently developing our Petrarch reconstituted stone cladding marketing material. We’re now very happy to reveal our new Petrarch Technical Brochure. It’s...
International Mother Earth Day
APS Celebrates International Mother Earth Day with a Petrarch showcasePetrarch reconstituted stone clad Technology & Innovation Centre achieves BREEAM Excellence. We’re doffing our hats to Mother Earth on International Mother Earth Day, by taking a closer look at...
A renewed BBA & stylish new Downer Technical Guides
A renewed BBA & stylish new Technical Guides - Downer Helping Hand Cladding Systems Earlier this year we shared the news that our Downer Helping Hand cladding framing had had its BBA certificate renewed, now we’re thrilled to reveal our new look technical guides....
Petrarch’s BBA Certificate – Renewed
Petrarch's BBA Certificate - RenewedWe're pleased to announce that Petrarch's BBA Certification has been renewed. With all of those demanding BBA boxes ticked. Take a look. Designed to exacting BBA standards ‘BBA certification gives our clients the assurance that...
Say hello to our Women in Construction
Say hello to our Women in ConstructionAs we’ve celebrated International Women's Day #IWD2021 and Women in Construction Week this week, #WIC2021 we wanted to pay tribute to ‘our’ women in construction at APS. As a manufacturer of architectural products, #facades and...
APS Introduces New ‘Bite-Size’ CPD’s
APS Introduces New 'Bite-Size' CPD's...We're really pleased to introduce 'Bite Size' and a whole suite of webinars designed to work around you. Because we've all had our fill of visual meetings, we've created new 20 min presentations which anyone can fit in. Take a...
APS continues to provide a complete cladding solution
APS continues to provide a complete cladding solution Happy New Year from all the team at Architectural Panel Solutions. We have said it already, but think everyone could do with a little positivity given the latest government updates. A new year always has its...
Merry Christmas from APS
Step back in time this Christmas, with APS At some point this year haven’t we all wished we could go back to before 2020 happened? To a time where things felt more festive and we could actually go out and party? Stop wishing, and let's go back in time together......
APS puts the spotlight on the Education Sector
APS puts the spotlight on the Education Sector This month we're putting the focus on the Education Sector at Architectural Panel Solutions, with these three impressive Petrarch projects. Petrarch - perfect for Education Sector projects When it comes to searching...
APS Offers a Helping Hand
APS offers a Helping Hand with BBA certified Downer framing. At APS we're well known for our premium cladding solutions, such as our very own, UK manufactured Petrarch cladding; yet it seems our BBA certified Downer framing solutions need some awareness. Hence...
Feethams House
Petrarch creates the perfect image for Feethams House APS is pleased to reveal ‘Feethams House’ - A sleek and modern business development, which highlights the elegant appeal of our Petrarch reconstituted stone cladding panels. Part of an ambitious project in...
Petrarch achieves ‘Best in Class’ in latest CWCT testing
Petrarch achieves ‘Best in Class’ in latest CWCT testing Over the past few weeks we’ve been working at full speed, putting our reconstituted stone cladding panel ‘Petrarch’ through its paces with rigorous testing as per standards set out by the CWCT. Working in...