Howard Chapman, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Building Envelope",
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 CPD reflecting on thermal performance from
Glidevale, which we summarised at the time by saying "New CPD seminar developed by Glidevale clarifiies how to utilise low emissivity technology to improve a building's thermal performance".
Earlier in the week,
we featured the news release New best practice pocketbook from
Cavity Trays: "Copy of the latest best practice building guide pocketbook now available free of charge for architects, surveyors, builders and contractors".
In February 2008, we covered the news from Knauf Drywall
concerning its Steel Building Systems
- take a look at Knauf Steel Building Systems for museum
which says: "Load-bearing Steel Building Systems from Knauf Drywall have earned a place in history, helping to support the Imperial War Museum, Duxford".
Take a look also at the news release from BASF, The BASF House opens in Nottingham.,
as well as Euroclad Elite Systems ticks every box from Euroclad,
and Year finishes on a high for engineering specialist from DGT Steel and Cladding.
See also:
Innovate choose Easilift loading bay equipment
(January 2008)
Easilift Loading Systems has supplied loading bay equipment, including bespoke modular loading pods, for a new cold store opened by Innovate Logistics at Holmewood, Chesterfield, Derbyshire
Technal curtain walling specified for Chelsea FC
(December 2007)
Fabricated and installed by Fox Aluminium, Technal's Trame Horizontale curtain walling was specified for its horizontal emphasis to express the linear aspect of the building
Arval debuts at Sheds 2008
(December 2007)
New insulated roof and wall system and two flagship products for industrial building feature on debut stand for Arcelor Construction's Arval portfolio at Sheds 2008
New website helps tighten up on air leakage
(November 2007)
Targeting specifiers, roofing contractors and property developers, six key trade bodies are supporting the interactive reference point and discussion forum on airtightness in the building envelope
News on the Steel building envelope from Arcelor Construction UK
(November 2007)
Arval from Arcelor Construction UK have a new high-performance, colour-coated steel building envelope solution with exceptional guarantees
Europanel backed by Corus Confidex Sustain
(November 2007)
Eurobond's Europanel and Rockspan systems are among the first to gain Confidex Sustain backing, as Corus Colorcoat assessed cladding systems
Reducing air leakage through the building envelope
(October 2007)
Johnson and Starley specialises in the design and production of a comprehensive selection of ventilation and heat recovery equipment where the installation of ductwork is not practical
New energy-efficient HQ for Simpson
(October 2007)
Christopher Rodgers' architectural and project management team designed the building for ISO14001 environmentally accredited Simpson (York) Ltd
Ward wins at The Oaks
(October 2007)
Ward Insulated Panels to supply complete roofing and walling solutions for a warehouse facility on the The Oaks, part of the Newmarket Business Park
News on the National building envelope specialists from Lakesmere
(October 2007)
National building envelope specialists Lakesmere has announced new contract wins totalling GBP11.6million
Euroclad launch first adjustable spacer system
(October 2007)
Euroclad launch of Eurobar Extra Mast, the first adjustable spacer system which allows for greater insulating flexibility
DuPont high performance and sustainable solutions
(October 2007)
Batimat 2007: DuPont presents high performance and sustainable solutions for architecture, interior design, building and construction
SRS locks into Secured by Design
(September 2007)
Sapa Building Systems' fabricator SRS has become one of just a small handful of aluminium fabricators in Scotland to be awarded the much coveted Secured by Design accreditation
Scafftag and Permasteelisa and safety at T5
(September 2007)
Permasteelisa is erecting the interior glass cladding for the walls of the main terminal building and using Scafftag's Towertag for scaffolding inspection
Off-Site building envelope for PFI Hospital
(September 2007)
St Helens Hospital features a total envelope solution provided and installed by Prater in conjunction with a number of their supply partners including Kingspan Off-Site
Energy efficiency and affordability
(September 2007)
BASF helping build an energy efficient and affordable house, as part of Creative Energy Homes Project at University of Nottingham's School of the Built Environment
Latest infrared cameras from FLIR Systems
(September 2007)
First public appearance of new range. Interbuild 2007 will be the first building trades show in the world to feature the latest generation of infrared cameras from Flir Systems
News on the Design and install building envelope from Lakesmere
(August 2007)
As part of multi-million PFI scheme at Portsmouth's Queen Alexandria Hospital, Lakesmere has designed and installed the building envelope solution for the new Pathology and Rehabilitation buildings
Guttermaster joins the Pioneer Quality Scheme
(August 2007)
Architectural aluminium fabricator, Guttermaster, has joined the Pioneer Guarantee Scheme
Kawneer drives NPD for curtain walling
(August 2007)
Leading UK architectural aluminium systems supplier Kawneer has enhanced its AA100 curtain walling system with the launch of structurally glazed and horizontally capped options
Prater off-site building envelope solution for PFI
(August 2007)
Taylor Woodrow Construction appointed Prater as a partner to provide envelope solutions for large scale projects, including installing off-site manufactured components
Unitised curtain walling reduces site time
(August 2007)
The Wicona unitised facade system from Hydro Building Systems can now reduce time on site by up to 70 per cent
News on the Building envelope specialists from Lakesmere
(August 2007)
National building envelope specialists Lakesmere has put in another winning performance following the successfully completion of cladding works at the new 02 Arena
Kawneer launches sustainable CPD
(July 2007)
Kawneer has launched a RIBA-approved CPD to advise architects about their options when it comes to specifying sustainable products and systems
Partnership for low energy, low carbon heating
(June 2007)
Ambirad announces partnership with CA Group for low energy, low carbon heating
Thermal break range in landmark project
(June 2007)
A landmark apartment scheme by Redrow Homes, comprised of 344 fashionable apartments and penthouses arranged around a secure inner courtyard, uses thermal breaks from Schock
DuPont solutions for sustainability built
(June 2007)
Building on Science: DuPont solutions for sustainability in the built environment make a significant contribution to BRE Offsite 2007
News on the Building envelope from Euroclad
(June 2007)
Euroclad has supplied the entire building envelope at a major distribution centre in Blackwood
Lakesmere win again at the 2007 NFRC Awards
(June 2007)
Success for Lakesmere at National Federation of Roofing Contractors awards, winning the top accolade in the Roof Sheeting category for the prestigious Liverpool South Parkway Interchange project
Kingspan Frame Sections are top of the class
(May 2007)
Frame Sections from Kingspan Off-Site have been integral to the timely completion of the new York College building
Kingspan Frame Sections are top of the class
(May 2007)
Frame Sections from Kingspan Off-Site have been integral to the timely completion of the new York College building
Kalzip first ever European Student Award winners
(May 2007)
First European Kalzip Student Award 2007 invited architecture and engineering students throughout Europe to compete for the award under the theme 'Wrap a building'
Arclad flashes ahead with deliveries
(May 2007)
Delivery lead times for flashings and fabrications have been reduced to an industry-beating 24 hours by Arcelor Construction UK
News on the Building envelope specialists from Lakesmere
(May 2007)
National building envelope specialists Lakesmere has appointed two senior members of its Glasgow team to director level