Made here, for you - The Series

In Part Two of the 'Made here, for you' Series, we spoke with Kiwi builder Richard Davidson from RDB about how working with local manufacturers helps deliver better build outcomes and smoother projects from start to finish. 

Richard talks about about relationships, responsiveness, and knowing there’s local expertise standing behind every frame.

🎙️ About the Series – Made here, for you
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Adam sits down with Simon Farrell-Green, editor of HERE magazine, to talk about why choosing New Zealand made products is a reliable choice for Kiwis. He talks about APL's rigorous testing, designing to the Building Code, and having the right people on the ground. 

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00:35 Adam’s Introduction  
01:40 What’s the difference between fabricators and APL? How does that all work? 
02:19 How do...

Bryce sits down with Simon Farrell-Green, editor of HERE magazine, to discuss what makes AGP products so reliable for New Zealanders. 'We're only as good as our last order' summarises the continuously high standard AGP keep when manufacturing glass, tune in to hear how they do just that.

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00:33 Bryce’s Introduction  
01:21 How is AGP different?  
01:59 How does the AGP system ...

Darryl sits down with Simon Farrell-Green, editor of HERE magazine, to discuss how innovation enables AGP to be New Zealand's leading double-glazing manufacturer. High performance glass requires innovation from the manufacturing facility and processes, to the seamless distribution and installation, hear from Darryl about how that looks like at AGP. 

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00:37 Darryl’s Introduction  
01:39 200 years of N...

Philip sits down with Simon Farrell-Green, editor of HERE magazine, to discuss what customisable windows and doors means for projects in New Zealand. Our climate, architectural design, and the way we live is unique to any other part of the world, so product choices need to reflect that. Listen more as Phil explains what those product choices include.

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00:37 Philip’s Introduction  
01:54 Customisable windo...

Listen as Scott speaks with Simon Farrell-Green, editor of HERE magazine, about how APL windows and doors can be reached from any part of New Zealand. But being 'local' holds value beyond just physical presence, it's knowing that the people you work with just get it. They connect with architects, builders, and homeowners to ensure seamless integration of window and door solutions. 

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Listen as Bex speaks with Simon Farrell-Green, editor of HERE magazine, about our impact on the place we call home. Being a proud New Zealand business means we have a fundamental focus on sustainability, to ensure that the work we do treads as lightly as possible. From EPD and Toitu certifications to waste diversion and reverse logistics, Bex explains what that responsibility looks like. 

🎙️ About the Series – Made here, for you

Dave sits with down Simon Farrell-Green, editor of HERE magazine, to talk about APL's innovative technology that keeps them ahead of Building Code requirements. Windows and doors play an important role in a building envelope, Dave explains the challenges that can bring, and what APL do in response to create products made specifically for New Zealand homes and buildings. 

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00:37 Dave’s introduction  
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