Independent technical support for Metal Workers, Architects and the Glass and Glazing Industry
Michael Clews is an independent glass and glazing consultant with decades of experience in technical calculations, design support and training. He has managed technical advisory services, led quality control teams, and contributed to research and development in both the glass and engineering sectors. Mick's expertise includes consultancy, staff management, technical literature, site investigations, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Richard Clews is a technical consultant focused on structural and architectural glazing. Since joining the Consultancy in 2010, he has advised on 7,000+ projects ranging from domestic balustrades to large stadium barriers and complex canopies.
Richard has a background in project delivery, technical consultancy and engineering, with an emphasis on practical solutions and integrating modern tools into established workflows.
Digital systems & HCL Notes / Domino
Alongside glass engineering, Richard designs and supports HCL Notes / Domino applications tailored to the glass and glazing industry. Richard has over 25 years of experience as a Notes Domino Developer and has managed teams supporting hundreds of Notes Domino systems. Richard has developed many company wide systems some having thousands of users. The focus is on simple, reliable systems that cut admin, track work, and leave a clear record from enquiry to handover.
The result for Clews Consultancy is a joined-up process where engineering decisions are captured once and presented clearly for fabricators, processors and Building Control.