Howard Chapman, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Bitumen",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Buildingtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Icopal roofing system saves energy from
Icopal, which we summarised at the time by saying "New-generation of high-performance waterproofing membranes for new-build and refurbished built-up roofs is saving energy on two levels thanks to an Icopal patent".
A few weeks before,
we featured the news release Hospital car park constructed with Compriband from
Tremco illbruck: "Belfast City Hospital design team called expertise of Tremco illbruck to provide high performance, waterproof mechanical movement joints to accommodate thermal stress in the hybrid structure".
In December 2007, we covered the news from Applied Market Information
concerning its Waterproof Membranes 2007
- take a look at Waterproof Membranes 2007 - Post Conference Report
which says: "Delegates to the AMI conference, Waterproof Membranes 2007, covered all types of membrane material from polymer modified bitumen to the latest thermoplastic elastomers".
Take a look also at the news release from Icopal, Icopal tops up on BBA approvals,
as well as Icopal new-look merchants range at Interbuild from Icopal,
and Icopal flame-free equipment gets even smarter from Icopal.
See also:
Smartroof - revolution in roof space buildability
(August 2007)
The timber-based panels, which are installed gable-to-gable rather than from ridge to eaves quickly creating a totally unobstructed loft living space
Waterproof Membranes 2007
(July 2007)
AMI is launching conference on waterproof membranes for applications in roofing and geomembranes
Marley Waterproofing offers new torch on products
(June 2007)
Market leading Marley Waterproofing has launched a new range of torch-on roofing membranes to complement its existing offer
Thermal efficiency from insulated panels
(June 2007)
Jablite profile roof panels by Vencel Resil were chosen for Worcester College of Technology, based in Malvern
Revised standard for bitumen road emulsions
(March 2007)
British Standards Institution publish new code of practice for use of cationic bitumen road emulsions on roads and other paved areas
Derbigum protects Stoke Mandeville Hospital
(March 2007)
Derbigum, award-winning waterproofing system from Alumasc, has been used extensively on large-scale development at Stoke Mandeville Hospital
Duragalv 140 steel protection system
(March 2007)
Continued increases in stainless steel costs fuelling even greater demand for Duragalv 140, the ultra high durability steel protection system from Jones of Oswestry
Copal launches new parabit hot melt system
(February 2007)
Waterproofing system set to slash installation times for inverted, green and plaza deck roofs as well as roofing sub-structures and access roadways - launched by Anderson Monarflex
Waterproof Membranes 2007 - Call for Papers
(February 2007)
Call for Papers for Waterproof Membranes 2007 - the major networking opportunity for suppliers, membrane manufacturers, and construction industry
Mapei and the ECO Evolution: Flooring Adhesives
(January 2007)
Mapei is a specialist in the production of adhesives for the installation of all types of floor and wall coverings, and related products
Tensar Technology extends highway life via refurb
(January 2007)
Tensar Glasstex solution used to stabilise the retard cracking, which enabled them to replace the top asphalt layers and seal the cracks during five nights of work
New flameless system for flat roofs
(September 2006)
Tremco illbruck has developed a new and effective flameless system for the waterproofing of flat roofs
RoRo ramp pavement repair uses Tensar Technology
(June 2006)
Incorporating Tensar Glasstex reinforcement at RoRo vehicle ramp at ABP Port of Ipswich provided protection from further deterioration, as a cost effective alternative to replacing the ramp
Mapei launched two new flooring adhesives
(May 2006)
Mapei UK has launched two new flooring adhesives
Mapei new flooring adhesives
(March 2006)
Mapei UK has launched two new flooring adhesives
Bauder scoops top accolade at roofing awards
(March 2006)
The prestigious award for Product Excellence went to Bauder at this year's national awards run by the Flat Roofing Alliance
Knauf Insulation multi-role roll
(February 2006)
Knauf Insulation is offering a 15-year guarantee on Knauf Breatheline, its vapour permeable breather membrane and roofing underlay
Hydrotech roofs The Knightsbridge development
(February 2006)
Alumasc's Hydrotech structural waterproofing system has been used to roof The Knightsbridge, an impressive new development named after its location
Top class performance from Derbigum
(October 2005)
Derbigum, the award-winning waterproofing system from Alumasc has provided a high performance re-roofing solution at Cumberland School, Canning Town
Flat roof failures prove Kemperol strengths
(August 2005)
Full details of the range of Kemperol waterproofing and surfacing products, including the UK's only solvent-free system, are summarised in Kemper's new Specifier Guide
Jury find in favour of Ultracrete
(August 2005)
Jury find in favour of the Ultracrete Ironwork Reinstatement system
The safe roofing option
(July 2005)
As a direct result to the growing need and demand for improved safety within the roofing industry, Bauder's System Airtech was conceived
Advancing technology within the roofing industry
(July 2005)
The Bauder Total Roof System, one of the most respected and best selling roofing solutions, has undergone a complete appraisal
SME construction sector growth keeps on building
(July 2005)
The SME construction sector continued to perform strongly during the second quarter with improved output, levels of new business and employment, according to the PKF SME Index
Maccaferri products for flood alleviation scheme
(June 2005)
Geosynthetic material supplied by Maccaferri , specialist in retaining structures, soil reinforcement and erosion protection, was used to reinforce river banks in the picturesque Norfolk Broads
A sustainable choice with Definition
(May 2005)
Manufactured using renewable energy and using recycled yarn, the new Definition range from CFS Carpets offers a sustainable choice in modular flooring
Seamless waterproofing technology guide
(April 2005)
Tremco LWS liquid applied roof waterproofing system is a single component polyurethane based material which does not involve the use of gas torches, bitumen pots or other potential causes of fire
Sheet laminate products for rainwater applications
(April 2005)
Corus Colorsteels has expanded its Aquatite range of sheet laminate products for rainwater applications - with the launch of Aquatite TPO
Tremcoveral benefits are in the detail
(March 2005)
Tremco has introduced a synthetic rubber sealant, known as Tremcoveral to deal with problems with flat roofs
Powerlon FeltPlus secures the roof
(March 2005)
Powerlon are tough, tear resistant and durable underlays, that are very cost effective and easy to use
Recycled asphalt case study
(March 2005)
One of Somerset's busiest roads has been 'recycled' after wear and tear caused by 80 million vehicles over the past 20 years
Helping protect timber frame
(February 2005)
Scotframe Timber Engineering, which manufactures timber frame kits, has switched all its undertile membrane requirements at both of its Scottish manufacturing facilities to Glidevale's Protect A1
Clark-Drain 35 years of access covers and frames
(February 2005)
Clark-Drain, formerly known as Clarksteel, has been manufacturing access covers and frames for the building, construction and utilities markets for over 35 years
Introduction To Adhesives For Floorcoverings
(November 2004)
Barry James, Technical Services Manager, Ardex UK gives a general introduction to adhesives for resilient and textile floorcoverings