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Paint specification seminar added to construction roadshow
Crown Paints’ “Effective Paint Specification” CPD will be delivered as part of the Construction CPD RoadSeminar Tour this year.
Ventilation systems need to be adaptive
Greenwood Airvac explains why ventilation systems need to be adjustable and flexible to prevent damp and condensation.
Wood finishes manufacturer celebrates 25th anniversary
This year marks Osmo UK’s 25th year of manufacturing and supplying environmentally friendly wood finishes.
Free ventilation review from Greenwood Airvac
Greenwood Airvac is offering a free ventilation review to help the CIH Conference’s visitors deal with ineffective ventilation.
Home improvement concept from Saint-Gobain
Saint-Gobain will be offering Ecobuild’s attendees the opportunity to learn more about its Multi-Comfort home improvement concept.
Ventilation systems need to be adaptive
Greenwood Airvac explains why ventilation systems need to be adjustable and flexible to prevent damp and condensation.
Online shopping service for DSL's customers
DSL-Direct has been designed as a 24-hour online shopping service for builders in need of construction equipment.
New app from Armstrong Ceilings
Armstrong Ceilings has released a new app that allows its customers to gain access to information whilst they are on the move.
Vehicle tracking software improved by Causeway
Causeway Technologies has re-designed its Telematics 2015 vehicle tracking software which is targeted at organisations with a mobile workforce.
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.
Flammability for furniture courses from FIRA
BM TRADA company, FIRA, has announced new dates for its flammability for furniture course, which explains the UK’s flammability legislation.
New access control system from Abloy UK
Abloy UK has released its latest access control system, OPTIMA, which consists of electronic escutcheons and handle sets.
Fire panels from Advanced used to protect landmark buildings
Broadgate Estates has specified Advanced Electronic’s fire panels for installation in its landmark buildings.
Blogs
Global approach to construction sector Health & Safety
Nigel Crunden, business specialist at Office Depot, looks at potential impact of a shared global approach to H&S in the construction sector.
Hot Topics
Bringing asset management to the top of the agenda
How training and knowledge can help tackle energy efficiency and transform poorly performing properties across the UK’s housing sector.
Video of the Week
Aluminium rainwater specification & BIM experts at Ecobuild video
Alutec experts will be on stand S2110 at Ecobuild to provide technical advice on project specification & BIM, plus its RIBA accredited CPD seminar.
Features
The plug-in route to energy saving
Building regulations now require energy monitoring on buildings of 1,000m and above - can plug-in meters can provide a simple solution?
Case Studies
Fabric structure brings new life to iconic shipyard buildings
Rubb Buildings breathes new life into two BVL structures previously used by Swan Hunter along the River Tyne, Newcastle
