Howard Chapman, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Housing Developments",
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 Securistyle anti-manipulation door lock cylinder from
Securistyle, which we summarised at the time by saying "Securistyle technically advanced anti-manipulation door lock cylinder has been awarded a product kitemark for quality and safety".
Earlier in the week,
we featured the news release John Brash - over a century of sustainability from
John Brash and Co: "John Brash and Co, the specialist timber importer and manufacturer will be demonstrating its full range of sustainable timber products at this year's Ecobuild show".
In December 2007, we covered the news from Hydro International
concerning its Sustainable stormwater solutions
- take a look at Hydro sustainable stormwater solutions at Ecobuild
which says: "Hydro will launch StormBank Pro commercial rainwater harvesting system, extended from the successful StormBank domestic rainwater harvesting system".
Take a look also at the news release from Chronos Richardson, Chronos Richardson move to a new location,
as well as 'Eco-homes of the future' to land at Kettering from LHA-ASRA Group,
and House Taylor made for climate change from C R Taylor Timber.
See also:
Jabcore helps construct a concrete floor quickly
(December 2007)
Developers reduce the amount of time it takes to construct a concrete floor using expanded polystyrene from Vencel Resil
UK largest Extra Care PFI project
(November 2007)
PRP appointed lead architect on new GBP200+ million extra care housing PFI scheme recently secured with Cheshire County Council
Response to the Housing and Regeneration Bill
(November 2007)
What about the existing homes, asks the Federation of Master Builders in its response to the Government's Housing and Regeneration Bill
New green website launched by Places for People
(October 2007)
Places for People has launched a new website aimed at sharing best practice and knowledge on environmental sustainability
Prevent settlement with Fillmaster
(October 2007)
Fillmaster, an Expanded Polystyrene product manufactured by Vencel Resil, is providing developers with a more robust and reliable solution to solving site settlement problems
News on the Promoting small-scale new housing developments from Federation of Master Builders (FMB)
(October 2007)
Federation of Master Builders calls for incentives to promote small-scale new housing developments as opposed to creating large new settlements
Alumasc makes splash at Islington Square
(October 2007)
M.R.Render systems from Alumasc have played a key role in realising the striking facades of an award-winning regeneration scheme in East Manchester
Byretech expand into new building
(August 2007)
Byretech new premises are 4 times larger to help cope with demand for their stainless steel shower rails and their unique range of bath and shower sealing products
Developing the Scottish biomass industry
(July 2007)
Wood Energy, the UK and Ireland's leading provider and installer of energy efficient biomass heating solutions, appoint Dan Gates as Business Development Manager for Scotland
Urban Splash energy-efficient heating from Jaga
(July 2007)
Urban Splash have chosen Jaga's Strada energy-efficient heating for project involving regeneration of 349 Victorian-style terraced houses in Langworthy, Salford
Prevent settlement on new housing projects
(July 2007)
Large numbers of new homes being built on low lying land, especially in coastal areas, has lead to growing problem of ground settlement
Clive Durose quality stair parts
(June 2007)
Clive Durose Woodturners is spearheading a campaign to improve the quality of internal woodwork in the home
Roofing solution for self build in ancient village
(June 2007)
A clear advantage over standard roof installations with regards to maintenance and slate replacement is provided by a product from Nu-Lok
National award for 'innovative' environmental work
(June 2007)
Places for People has scooped a national award for its green environmental work, beating off stiff competition from 26 other housing groups
Northampton home self build: Nu-lok Case Study
(May 2007)
Nu-lok provides cutting edge roofing fit for a 7th century village
Triangular revolution in geogrid technology
(May 2007)
Tensar International launch TriAxTM geogrid - the most significant advance in ground stablisation technology for 25 years
Slimfix solution for energy efficient roofing
(May 2007)
Jabroof Slimfix from Vencel Resil is widely used across Northern Europe as it offers structural support whilst at the same time satisfying Building Regulations' U-value requirements'
New Wembley Stadium on the map
(May 2007)
Surveyors from Ordnance Survey using precision measuring equipment to record the complex shape of Wembley Stadium, just in time for its first FA Cup Final
Environmental energy saving device wins patent
(April 2007)
Trials show that Zenex Technologies' GasSaver can reduce gas consumption required for domestic hot water by up to 50%, representing significant cost savings for consumers
New size for Priora permeable block paving
(March 2007)
Marshalls has introduced a new size in its leading permeable concrete block paving collection, Priora
Lovell chooses Celuform
(February 2007)
Lovell, the UK's largest affordable homes builder choose cellular plastic fascia, soffits and bargeboards from Celuform
Lafarge Roofing and new Zonal Fixing Method
(January 2007)
New Zonal Fixing Method promoted by the NFRC as stormproof alternative to simplify ensuring all different designs of pitched roofing across housing developments meet BS 5534
George Wimpey choose Celuform
(January 2007)
Cellular plastic fascia, soffits and bargeboards from Celuform are being specified for all housing developments built by George Wimpey plc
Places for People install solar panels
(January 2007)
UK's largest housing group Places for People to install solar panels in 250 affordable homes
ISG Jackson new social housing framework deals
(November 2006)
ISG Jackson continues to highlight its credentials within the competitive social housing sector with the announcement of two further framework partnerships
Timber Frame Housing Market UK 2006-2009
(November 2006)
AMA Research have published the second edition of the 'Timber Frame Housing Market - UK 2006' report
New sales manager for Skipton Properties
(October 2006)
New homes developer, Skipton Properties, has appointed Ciara McCaffrey as its sales manager
Egger UK updates vital advice on EcoHomes
(October 2006)
Egger UK has updated its EcoHomes fact sheet to incorporate the latest changes in legislation, including amendments to the English, Scottish and Irish building regulations
New device adds incomes for builders and plumbers
(October 2006)
Pipe Guard designed to limit the damage a water leak can cause plus unique flexi-valve system saves up to 7% on water bills
Taylor Woodrow choose Celuform
(August 2006)
Cellular plastic fascia, soffits and bargeboards from Celuform are being specified for all housing developments built by Taylor Woodrow
Sheltered housing facility in Barnet
(July 2006)
Jackson Construction has secured a £5.8 million project with Sanctuary Housing Association to build a new Extra-Care sheltered housing facility in the London borough of Barnet
Raising the standards for communal stairs
(July 2006)
JELD-WEN has developed a new communal timber staircase that meets with all relevant British Standards as well as the British Woodworking Federation's technical guidance for timber stairs
Grace construction waterproofing premier league
(June 2006)
Grace has, for many years, been supplying its unrivalled range of waterproofing products to the developers of millionaires' mansions including, recently, for Wayne Rooney
Sheerframe Windows prove longevity in Chesterfield
(June 2006)
Chesterfield Borough Council has notched-up 21 low window-maintenance years with the Sheerframe PVC window system