Bochassy wants to win over window and door retailers who have a keen eye for design – by running premium showrooms, for instance. “We want to be unconventional and want to think out of the box,” is how Forest describes the identity of the new company owners. Efficient production, trend-conscious and contemporary design, robust processes and high-performing “teammates” – window and door manufacturers must meet these key requirements in order to be successful. Regarding the last point mentioned, Forest gives the following explanation: “We at Bochassy love football, and we look to what you can learn from successful teams when it comes to company management.”

Modern and eye-catching

In all decisions, you always consider the entire process, from window design to the end consumer. More than 30,000 elements – 80% made from aluminium, 20% made from PVC – were produced and sold by Bochassy’s around 80 employees in 2023. Forest is expecting even greater demand. After all:

“Good windows are better for people and for the environment.”

There is also huge demand for tightly sealed building elements for renovation in France. In this respect, Bochassy is part of a future-oriented industry. Industrial manufacture of “really good windows” of a consistent quality – that is the vision that persuaded Forest to invest, together with two partners. Bochassy was founded in 2006. When it was handed over to them, it was simply a sound handicraft business. Now, the company is being modernized and industrialised. “This is how we want to lead it into a successful future.”

Design meets efficiency

Forest clearly underlines once again that Bochassy aims to be “unique” and to become a well-known brand manufacturer. Fresh marketing and a modern product design, but above all process-controlled industrial production, are intended to pave the way to this goal. The Roto NX modular hardware system is a perfect fit for this strategy. As soon as he joined the company, Forest recommended using this system and decided in favour of it.

Roto NX can always be efficiently processed – no matter which profile material is being worked with and how far production has already been automated. Forest expresses this as follows:

“Whatever step Bochassy takes in the direction of automation, Roto remains the right partner.”

A focus on trends

The demand for large elements could grow further in the near future, predicts Forest. New colour trends and  increasing requirements for surface quality and the design of the visible hardware components have also become apparent. Bochassy observes such changes in demand carefully but without any worry.

“With Roto NX, we can flexibly implement any window trend.”

High corrosion protection (class 5) is also important for many of Bochassy’s customers: “France has a long Atlantic coast that is densely populated in some areas. Many windows with good protection against corrosion are therefore needed.” Roto NX’s ten-year performance warranty is an important selling point for French tradespeople. It fits well with the image of Bochassy and Roto as leaders when it comes to quality. “I am absolutely sure that our customers will also benefit from the changeover of our PVC window production to Roto NX,” concludes Forest, adding:

“Never change a winning team!”

On the road to success

So can you say that Roto has become part of the “Bochassy team”? Forest nods, saying: “We value the individuals involved, and we trust them. They share our hunger for success.” They have supported the changeover of aluminium window production to Roto NX professionally and enthusiastically. “Everything was complete after four or five months, the systems were running smoothly and our employees felt well-prepared.” There has also been positive feedback from customers following the changeover. Installing windows is easy, and they can be quickly adjusted once this step is complete. Satisfied customers, satisfied homeowners – in future Bochassy will continue to focus on setting new standards in the sector as a “service champion”. Roto is a valuable partner along this path.