‘Flood Risk’
A Buildingtalk guide
Start with the news release
TLX Gold is finalist at BRE INSITE 11 from
Web Dynamics, which we summarised at the time by saying "TLX Gold multi-foil insulation from Web Dynamics has also been awarded a place in the Innovation Zone at INSITE 11, part of the Modern Built Environment KTN programme.".
Several months prior to that,
we featured the news release Building in fire and smoke protection from
ACO Building Drainage: "Peter Jennings, Technical Director for ACO Building Drainage, looks at how poor planning of drainage systems can contribute directly to the spread of fire in large buildings.".
In September 2011, we covered the news from Cavity Trays
- take a look at UN say radon in buildings should be reduced
which says: "Radon presence within buildings should be reduced to a lower level, as radon is more dangerous to health than first thought and there is 'no safe level'.".
Take a look also at the news release from Record (UK) , Latest automatic sliding door from Record (UK),
as well as Statutory requirement to fit CO alarms from Gas Safe Europe ,
and Solar roof package from Sika Liquid Plastics from Sika Liquid Plastics.
Latest stories...
Planning and specifying drainage systems (September 2011)
Roger Brigham, Bespoke Design Manager for ACO Building Drainage, explains the importance of planning and specifying drainage systems correctly at the design stage.
Concave and convex cavity walls (September 2011)
Cavity Trays advise on concave and convex cavity walls including a word of caution about window openings and abutments.
Flood prevention with novel embankment protection (September 2011)
Maccaferri high strength reinforced soil structure for Glasgow flood prevention scheme was in keeping with a natural riverbank appearance.
New hospital wing for Salford Royal NHS (September 2011)
Hulley and Kirkwood were responsible for the detailed design of all mechanical and electrical services on the project .
Aico carbon monoxide alarm with digital display (September 2011)
The new Ei208DW lithium battery powered alarm from Aico has a large LCD display, providing residents with detailed information and instruction messages for a swift, accurate response to CO leaks.
TemPoint fire detection and protection system (September 2011)
EMS Radio Fire and Security launch TemPoin, a temporary, wire-free fire detection and protection system that provides an effective method for complying with HSE regulations.
Designing new build basement waterproofing (September 2011)
John Newton and Co explain the importance of the right design strategy for new build basement waterproofing.
Steve Davis is Network VEKA brand ambassador (September 2011)
Glazerite Windows, is spreading the Network VEKA name with a large sign with an image of Steve Davis on the side of its Bolton factory.
Further reading
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CIRIA offers Local Flood Risk Management Portal
The Flood and Water Management Bill will give local authorities new responsibilities for local flood risk management, covering flooding from surface water, groundwater and ordinary watercourses.
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Infoterra web-based flood risk assessment service
Infoterra's innovative solution delivers immediate flood risk intelligence at an individual property level.
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