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New XENERGY roof insulation material from Dow
Commercial roll-out by Dow Building Solutions of new steel grey XENERGY flame retarded XPS roof insulation with LAMDA values up 11%.
New insulated roof panel installation guide from MCRMA
MCRMA has issued ’A guide to site installation of insulated roof panels’ to help its customers.
MGMA release guidance document for the inspection of industrial gutters
A leaflet entitled ’Industrial rainwater gutter systems inspection and maintenance’ has been issued by MGMA.
New connecDIM integrated light management improves staff well-being
Even small applications with only a few DALI devices can benefit from the new connecDIM easy-to-integrate light management system from Tridonic
Video on new schools educational programme about reducing energy
New video from Mitsubishi Electric shows benefits of their Learning Curve educational programme for primary schools and children’s groups.
Biomass added to Stroma Certification's MCS
Stroma Certification has enhanced its Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) by adding biomass to attract new customers.
AltoSites pay-as-you-go Cloud-based Asset Management solution download
AltoSites makes it easy to map all compliance information and critical asset data needed to maintain small and medium-sized enterprises
Infrared cameras to be unveiled at Ecobuild
FLIR Systems has chosen Ecobuild as the launch platform for its FLIR T-Series infrared cameras.
Wesupply extends its EDI service to the James Hargreaves Group
Wesupply has been chosen to manage the James Hargreaves Group’s electronic trading processes.
New kitchens website launched by Jewson
Jewson has re-designed its kitchens website to be compatible with tablets and smart phones.
Furniture Industry Research Association latest Statistics Digest
Published annually, the latest Statistics Digest provides essential information for anyone operating in the furniture sector.
Celebrating the winners of the Geberit Awards 2014
UK and Ireland’s Best Commercial Installer Team, Best Domestic Installer and the Best Apprentice are celebrating becoming winners of the Geberit Awards 2014, in association with PHAM News.
New SONA range from Sprue simplifies fire & carbon monoxide safety
New SONA range of home safety products is set to transform fire & carbon monoxide protection with a control unit, diagnostic capability and wireless options.
Aico launches new training facility
In celebration of its 25th anniversary, Aico has launched its Centre of Excellence, a new training and demonstration facility in Shropshire.
Kentec's fire control panel used in new fire safety system
Kentec has provided a fire alarm control panel to protect the National Memorial to the Few’s new education and visitor centre.
Blogs
Visit to BAU to see new innovations in 3D façade systems download
Buildingtalk visits BAU exhibition in Munich to see new freeform 3D façades that give architects and developers new ways to create stunning buildings.
Hot Topics
Demystifying fire safety legislation for multiple occupied houses
Julian Bailey from Hochiki Europe clarifies the key legislation landscape for anyone installing a fire safety system for Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs).
Video of the Week
Saint-Gobain video celebrates 350th anniversary video
Saint-Gobain’s 350th anniversary year begins with 4 interactive, futuristic pavilions around the world demonstrating 350 reasons to believe in the future.
Features
How many animals can a forklift carry?
Increase the efficiency of lifting and handling at your workplace with this simple infographic that helps you get a better idea of the weight each type of forklift can carry.
Case Studies
Underfloor heating system from Schlüter for major self-build project
Schlüter-Systems products help complete the second stage of construction of the eco-friendly Chitterman House self-build transformation project
