Technical Services
for Building Envelope
At SFS we provide expert support across specification, technical services, and design tools to ensure compliant, efficient, and reliable project delivery from conception to construction.
Trusted & Accredited
by industry bodies:
How SFS can support you
At SFS, technical expertise is built into everything we do.
With a background in structural engineering, Gordon Hines leads our Technical Team in delivering expert support to our many Building Envelope customers. Whether you need straightforward guidance or a more consultative approach, our team are able to offer a fast response to support you every step of the way.
From start to finish, we provide tailored technical recommendations specific to your application, supporting optimal performance, safety and reliability.
We offer a full range of services to support your project, including specification advice, wind load calculations, toolbox talks, and pull-out tests. Expert support that ensures your fastening solution performs exactly as it should.
Gordon Hines
UK Technical manager
“Every project is unique. We draw on a wide range of technical expertise across the team, to help customers find solutions that are practical, reliable and specific to their specific application.”
Technical Services at SFS
At SFS, our technical service team works closely with clients to deliver tailored support and guidance throughout the conception, design and construction phases of a project. SFS are here to help, explore our technical services below.
NVELOPE® Project Builder
Your helping hand in rainscreen subframe specification, Project Builder is a free-to-use façade tool.
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Fall Protection Visualizer
Your partner in horizontal lifeline solutions: visualize, plan and quantify SOTER II projects to speed up each step of your project with confidence.
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RIBA-Accredited CPDs
Stay ahead with RIBA-accredited training on key construction topics from the SFS technical team. Accredited for double RIBA CPD points.
Wind Calculations
Wind load calculations per EN 1991-1-4 to specify fastener types, spacing and quantities for insulation, membranes and decks.
Toolbox Talks
Onsite product demonstrations and best practice installation guidance from SFS experts, tailored to your chosen systems and safety tips.
Pull-out Tests
Onsite pull-out testing for anchors in masonry, concrete and metal substrates to verify performance and compliance with test reports.
Cutting Service
NVELOPE® Optimised Cutting provides precision-cut profiles in around ten working days to reduce waste and speed installation.
Help & Support
The SFS Technical Services team are here to help support you across building envelope projects, with tailored advice specific to your project.
Securing Futures
From conception to construction
We don’t just supply products. We work closely with you to bring clarity, confidence and smarter solutions at every stage.
Our teams share knowledge, solve problems and stay focused on your needs from first brief to final fix.
With over a century of experience, we help secure what matters most.
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Technical Services
for Building Envelope
At SFS we provide expert support across specification, technical services, and design tools to ensure compliant, efficient, and reliable project delivery from conception to construction.
Trusted & Accredited
by industry bodies:
How SFS can support you
At SFS, technical expertise is built into everything we do.
With a background in structural engineering, Gordon Hines leads our Technical Team in delivering expert support to our many Building Envelope customers. Whether you need straightforward guidance or a more consultative approach, our team are able to offer a fast response to support you every step of the way.
From start to finish, we provide tailored technical recommendations specific to your application, supporting optimal performance, safety and reliability.
We offer a full range of services to support your project, including specification advice, wind load calculations, toolbox talks, and pull-out tests. Expert support that ensures your fastening solution performs exactly as it should.
Gordon Hines
UK Technical manager
“Every project is unique. We draw on a wide range of technical expertise across the team, to help customers find solutions that are practical, reliable and specific to their specific application.”
Technical Services at SFS
At SFS, our technical service team works closely with clients to deliver tailored support and guidance throughout the conception, design and construction phases of a project. SFS are here to help, explore our technical services below.
NVELOPE® Project Builder
Your helping hand in rainscreen subframe specification, Project Builder is a free-to-use façade tool.
Get started
Fall Protection Visualizer
Your partner in horizontal lifeline solutions: visualize, plan and quantify SOTER II projects to speed up each step of your project with confidence.
Get Started
RIBA-Accredited CPDs
Stay ahead with RIBA-accredited training on key construction topics from the SFS technical team. Accredited for double RIBA CPD points.
Wind Calculations
Wind load calculations per EN 1991-1-4 to specify fastener types, spacing and quantities for insulation, membranes and decks.
Toolbox Talks
Onsite product demonstrations and best practice installation guidance from SFS experts, tailored to your chosen systems and safety tips.
Pull-out Tests
Onsite pull-out testing for anchors in masonry, concrete and metal substrates to verify performance and compliance with test reports.
Cutting Service
NVELOPE® Optimised Cutting provides precision-cut profiles in around ten working days to reduce waste and speed installation.
Help & Support
The SFS Technical Services team are here to help support you across building envelope projects, with tailored advice specific to your project.
Securing Futures
From conception to construction
We don’t just supply products. We work closely with you to bring clarity, confidence and smarter solutions at every stage.
Our teams share knowledge, solve problems and stay focused on your needs from first brief to final fix.
With over a century of experience, we help secure what matters most.