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Demand for Fortis aluminium entrance doors remains strong, and our current production schedule is now booking into November 2026. Every Fortis door is manufactured to order here in Britain, with each door set individually designed, fabricated, finished and quality checked at our Leicester factory. If you are working towards a particular project or installation date,…

🏆 Double award winners! We’re incredibly proud to announce that Fortis Aluminium Ltd has been recognised in the SME News UK Enterprise Awards 2026, receiving: ▪ Most Innovative Aluminium Entrance Door Manufacturer 2026 ▪ Client Service Excellence Award 2026 Both awards mean a great deal to us. Innovation has always been at the heart of…

A recent installation that shows how colour and detail can completely define an entrance. Based on our Apex Range F801 design, this door is finished externally in a bold orange tone (RAL 2004 Pure Orange), set within a RAL 9005 Jet Black frame. Positioned against vertical timber cladding, the contrast is immediate, giving the entrance…

Aksel keeping watch in the workshop as doors are prepared for dispatch. A Maremma sheepdog by breed, guarding is instinct. While the setting may be different, the role remains the same – a constant presence in the factory as each door moves through its final stages before leaving us. Every door is assembled, inspected and…

When designing an entrance door, the finer details can make all the difference. Hardware such as knockers, pull knobs and letter plates help define the overall look of the door and allow homeowners to introduce contrast, warmth or a more contemporary feel. At Fortis Aluminium, we offer a range of premium hardware finishes designed to…

Many aluminium systems default to pivot once a door exceeds around 1200mm in width. At Fortis, that is not necessary. Our engineered hinged door system can be manufactured up to 1540mm wide and 3000 mm high, allowing truly large-format entrances while retaining full compression sealing, multi-point locking and PAS 24 compliant specifications. These oversized hinged…

We’re pleased to introduce a new battery powered smart lock option, now available across our door range and selectable directly in our online door designer. Designed for homeowners who want key-free access without the need for power at the door, this system offers a simple, elegant and highly capable alternative to fully hardwired motorised access…

Inspired by industrial architecture and city loft living, our latest urban loft–inspired door designs are all about bold grid lines, clean proportions and architectural presence. Think steel-look styling, re-engineered in aluminium. Bold grid detailing, flush bonded directly to the glass for a seamless, steel-look finish. Behind it sits a single triple-glazed unit, laminated for security…

We’ve just launched a new update to our online Door Designer, introducing 12 new door designs alongside an expanded range of hardware options, giving you even more freedom to personalise your entrance. New door designs added: The 12 new designs are spread across three of our most popular ranges: 3 new Reflection designsCrisp, modern styles…

As we approach the Christmas period, we would like to let customers, partners, and dealers know that Fortis Aluminium will be closed from 19th December 2025, re-opening on 5th January 2026. During this time, our factory and offices will be closed to allow the team a well-earned break after a busy year of manufacturing and…