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LATEST BUILDING PRODUCT NEWS
Making the most of cellars and basements with Safeguard expertise downloadweblink
Basements builds are an increasingly popular way of gaining extra room for living, working or storage. They can boost usable space by up to 50% with minimal interference from planning or any change to facades. Safeguard Europe, leading specialist in damp & waterproofing and masonry repairs, offer contractors, developers and property owners the latest comprehensive solutions and tanking products for making the most of new build or existing basements and cellars. Link to dedicated ...
New thermally efficient commercial doorsets meet UK security standard videodownloadweblink
Adams Rite, part of ASSA ABLOY Security Solutions, worked with Kestrel Aluminium Systems to produce new thermally efficient commercial aluminium single and double doorsets, suitable for high specification commercial projects. The doorsets use the Adams Rite Sentinel M commercial multi-point lock incorporating the new 3 star security rated cylinder platform and were fully tested to UK security standard PAS24. Watch the video to see the testing.
Making the most of the AIA (Annual Investment Allowance) increase download
Space Air reviews the recent increase in the AIA (Annual Investment Allowance), a tax-relief incentive designed to encourage businesses to invest in mainly plant or machinery. AIA is, in effect, an Enhanced Capital Allowance that works in the same way as the Energy Technologies List (ETL). Space Air offers an overview of what AIA is about, why it is ideal for offsetting cost of R-22 replacement, what are the benefits, who qualifies, and how to claim.
Space Air review the Domestic RHI launch download
Following the long awaited launch of the Domestic Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI), Space Air Solutions offers an overview of Domestic RHI, including details of what Domestic RHI is; who it is for; how it will benefit customers; and which householders of a single domestic property in Great Britain are eligible - plus useful links for more information.
Online construction industry Health & Safety documents made easy video
HANDS HQ dramatically cuts the real cost of producing risk assessments and method statements by enabling construction businesses and contractors to create their own project-specific RAMS documents online in minutes. It can be used in the office, on site, or between jobs. HANDS HQ can be accessed from any computer, tablet or mobile device, and can be shared amongst all employees within your business - helping to keep jobs safe, H&S up to date and eliminating costly delays.
COINS wins Queen’s Award for International Trade download
COINS is the first UK construction software company to win the Queen’s Award for Enterprise for International Trade. The prestigious award recognises the substantial growth in overseas earnings and commercial success in the construction sector. COINS strong UK customer base includes 3 out of 5 of the top construction companies and the top 3 home builders - all using COINS solutions that draws on over 4,000 person years of construction industry experience.
Isolating ball valve range relaunched with new products incorporated download
Inta has relaunched its WRAS approved isolating ball valves with an expanded range and new look logo, designed to offer greater flexibility for plumbers and installers when carrying out servicing and maintenance. The company’s compression and female ball valves come with a two year guarantee and feature anti-blow out stems and double Viton seals to enable an easy installation in hard to reach areas.
Toilet, bathroom and washroom products showcased on website downloadweblink
Clos-o-Mat’s website provides three dimensional views of the toilet, bathroom and washroom products on offer, enabling specifiers to view the company’s range of height adjustable changing tables, wash basins, shower seats and wash and dry toilet. The Changing Places washroom is showcased on the site to enable people to get a better understanding of how accessible it is and how it differs from a conventional toilet.
Fire door installation and maintenance training provided at new course downloadweblink
The Door and Hardware Federation (DHF) has launched its new Fire Door Education Programme in a joint project with BRE, designed for professionals involved in the inspection, installation and repair of fire doors in residential and public properties. The one day courses are made up of four modules covering fire door inspection, the installation and maintenance of timber fire doors, steel hinged fire door and fire shutters.
Fire safety solutions company launches English language catalogue downloadweblink
Cordia is launching its English language website and online catalogue in order to expand its range of fire safety solutions into the British and international market, with a variety of 300 product lines currently on offer in the UK. The brochure includes information on the company’s fire alarms, fire extinguisher servicing equipment, fire flame generators and gas and extinguishing systems, in addition to advice on its after-sales service and training.
Video of the Week
Alutec handy VIDEO guide to BIM explains benefits to specifiers and designers videoweblink
Alutec are currently the only aluminium rainwater system manufacturer to offer a comprehensive range of BIM components. The files are now available to download, enabling specifiers to design a complete rainwater or eaves system with just a few clicks of the button. Watch the latest Alutec video that explains BIM 3D modelling of a building enables all those involved in the construction process to work from the same coordinated, highly detailed and ...
Features
Saint-Gobain systems success in a world-first retrofit research project download
Energy savings of 63% have been achieved following the installation of multiple Saint-Gobain systems in a world-first retrofit research project. Saint-Gobain worked with the Energy House at Salford University to prove that whole-house, fabric first retrofitting of homes can deliver significantly reduced energy costs, lower CO2 emissions and remove 50% of air leakage, leading to benefits in the overall comfort and well-being of occupants.
Case Studies
Cemsix corrugated sheeting for renewable energy building download
Cemsix corrugated sheeting from Cembrit was specified in the construction of anaerobic digestion unit at Ebbsfleet Farm, in Ramsgate Kent. This renewable energy project transforms farm and food waste into electricity by using crop residue, along with food and animal waste, which is ‘digested’ through a natural process to create energy. Cemsix provided a strong, durable, rust and rot-proof building skin that will last for decades.