Howard Chapman, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Builders Merchants",
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 Q4 merchant sales figures show slowdown from
Builders Merchants Federation [BMF], which we summarised at the time by saying "Latest figures from the Builders Merchants Federation show that sales of building materials fell by 4.4% during the last three months of 2007, when compared with the
same period in 2006".
The same day,
we featured the news release BMF issues specialist product selling guides from
Builders Merchants Federation [BMF]: "Latest BMF Selling Guides cover heating controls, timber decking, lintels, and door accessories".
In February 2008, we covered the news from Knauf Drywall
concerning its Knauf MP75
- take a look at Knauf MP75 gets full marks for speed and neatness
which says: "Superb finish and full marks for speed and neatness have put machine applied MP75 plaster from Knauf Drywall at the top of the class on a secondary school building site in Oldham, Lancashire".
Take a look also at the news release from Knauf Drywall, First carbon neutral plasterboard,
as well as Knauf Gypsum Parge Coat for more Part E solutions from Knauf Drywall,
and Knauf Gypsum Parge Coat wins 'seal' of approval from Knauf Drywall.
See also:
Tool Hire Specialist Market - UK 2008-2012
(January 2008)
New AMA report provides a timely review of the UK Tool Hire market, estimated to be worth GBP893 million in 2007
Merchant sales are 'volatile' says BMF
(December 2007)
BMF Secretary, Peter Matthews said that after a period of increased sales throughout the country over the summer, the BMF's latest figures indicate a degree of caution returning to the market
BandB helps builders merchant improve efficiency
(December 2007)
Builders Merchants, G.H.Brooks, has greatly improved its material handling operation through the use of a Kaup Fork Clamp specified by BandB Attachments
New online information centre for BMF members
(November 2007)
New site offers members a central point of reference with even more information about BMF services, training, important BMF and industry events, along with the latest news and business information
News on the Award from the Institute of Builders Merchants from Builders Merchants Federation [BMF]
(November 2007)
Trainee merchant apprentice in Yorkshire has beaten apprentices from all over the UK to scoop a prestigious new award from the Institute of Builders Merchants
New Bobcat telehandler is 3-machines-in-1
(November 2007)
New T2250 telehandler from Bobcat offers features and benefits of the skid-steer loader, articulated wheeled loader and telehandler in one machine
BMF focuses firmly on its roots
(October 2007)
Builders Merchants Federation is closing its Retail Membership category to focus on representing and defending the manufacturer - merchant - contractor route to market
BMF puts Security First
(September 2007)
BMF launch Security First, a subscription service that identifies security issues whether personnel, systems or premises related and provides appropriate solutions
tc bathrooms team expands
(September 2007)
tc bathrooms, one of the UK's fastest growing bathroom products distributors, has expanded its team of Area Sales Managers with two new appointments
Everlite Enduro is now even better
(August 2007)
Everlite Enduro has been further developed to offer class leading performance and is now being offered with a comprehensive 10-year warranty thanks to a new material specification says Plastmo
BMF issues specialist product selling guides
(August 2007)
Latest selling guides from the Builders Merchants Federation cover fire doors, WC flushing syphons, and packed white cement
Reviews of West European Builders Merchants Market
(August 2007)
The 3rd edition from AMA Research and is widely recognised as one of the key reviews of the Western European Builders Merchant Market
Hanson Formpave brochure for Builders Merchants
(August 2007)
Hanson Formpave, manufacturers of specialist concrete paving products, has published its latest builders merchants brochure featuring new Formpave EcoGranite range for driveways and patios
Baggeridge reaches new brick milestone
(July 2007)
Sedgley-based Baggeridge is celebrating after two of its popular brick types reached a product milestone at its Waresley Factory
Installers brings business for Builders Merchants
(July 2007)
Brett's Approved Installer Scheme gives Builders' Merchants the assurance that the quality products they are selling are being installed properly
Sales of building materials rise
(July 2007)
Sales of building materials at builders' merchants throughout the country has risen by 6.8% according to BMF
Selling Guide on masonry blocks
(July 2007)
Builders Merchants Federation join forces with Health and Safety Executive to develop its latest Selling Guide on masonry blocks
Industrial distributors poised for growth
(June 2007)
UK industrial products distribution market is forecast to grow according to AMA's 'Industrial Products Distribution Market - UK 2007' report - 2nd edition - recently published by AMA Research Limited
Builders Merchants miss online sales opportunities
(June 2007)
Builders merchants continue to ignore the online channel for business to business sales
Information campaign about sewage treatment
(June 2007)
Klargester launch new website as part of a new campaign to provide advice to professional and self-builders on what sewage treatment options are available to them
BMF conference boosts e trading confidence
(May 2007)
Over 150 delegates attended the BMF's one-day e trading conference and exhibition which explained the real business benefits for both merchants and manufacturers
UGS builders merchants opens new depot
(May 2007)
National builders merchant UGS has opened a new outlet in Newcastle on Tyne, its first in the North East
Source4me the online builders merchants
(April 2007)
If it's related to Building then Source4me the online builders merchants are able to locate it
Sales of building materials dip
(April 2007)
Sales of building materials at builders' merchants throughout the country fell by 3.3% for the three months to February 2007
Ruberoid provides advice on underslatings
(April 2007)
Ruberoid Building Products new guide to underslatings for roofers that will make it quick and easy to select the most suitable products for any roofing project
MasterMerchant 2007- toughest industry challenge
(April 2007)
Builders Merchants Federation and sponsor MOL are inviting entries for their annual MasterMerchant adventure challenge
PPE and workwear solution from Bacou-Dalloz
(April 2007)
New PPE products and latest Timberland PRO range from Bacou-Dalloz at Safety and Health Expo 2007
BMF specialist product selling guides
(March 2007)
Builders Merchants Federation new Selling Guides cover Structural Timber, Part P Building Regulations, Equilibrium Float Valves and Packed Hydrated Lime
Building Adhesives appoint new area manager
(March 2007)
Leading grout and adhesives manufacturer, Building Adhesives has appointed Paul Roper as area manager for the North West region
Strapex block booking at Thomas Armstrong
(March 2007)
Reliability was key when leading producer of concrete blocks (breeze blocks) specified a new strapping machine from Strapex
Source4me building on success
(March 2007)
Source4me is now actively sourcing not only building materials but also specialist building services
Builders Merchants are acquisition targets
(March 2007)
Top five major builders' merchants have grown their market share to over 80% and the acquisition of independent merchants is set to continue, according to analysis by PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
EDI conference uncovers myths of e trading
(March 2007)
The Builders Merchants Federation is bringing together major players in the merchant industry to explode the myths of e trading at a conference at the National Motorcycle Museum in Birmingham
25% building sector will be trading On Demand
(February 2007)
Over 50% of builders merchants and manufacturing companies are now using or considering using the On Demand model to improve supply chain performance