http://www.buildingtalk.com/indexes/categorybrowsecl.html Builders Merchants latest news on Buildingtalk en-gb Copyright (C)2008 Pro-Talk Ltd. All rights reserved. Fri, 04 Jul 2008 08:00:00 UT Fri, 04 Jul 2008 08:00:00 UT http://www.pro-talk.com/images/protalklogo90.gif http://www.pro-talk.com/ 90 79 Norbord, UK's leading supplier of engineered wood-based panels, is celebrating ten successful years as a key supplier of MDF to Morland. Thu, 03 Jul 2008 08:00:00 UT Norbord http://www.buildingtalk.com/news/noz/noz131.html Large quantities of Norbord's SterlingOSB and Caberdek flooring have been used in the construction of a new 80-bed nursing home in Morecambe, Lancashire. Thu, 03 Jul 2008 08:00:00 UT Norbord http://www.buildingtalk.com/news/noz/noz132.html Norbord has supply Sterling OSB3 for use in major project on furniture design. Thu, 03 Jul 2008 08:00:00 UT Norbord http://www.buildingtalk.com/news/noz/noz133.html Oriented strand board from Norbord is a major component of the timber frame system used to build the first environmentally-sustainable school in Anglesey. Thu, 03 Jul 2008 08:00:00 UT Norbord http://www.buildingtalk.com/news/noz/noz134.html Jim Caldwell, Technical Services Manager at Norbord explains why Structural Insulated Panels are increasing in popularity in the UK. Thu, 03 Jul 2008 08:00:00 UT Norbord http://www.buildingtalk.com/news/noz/noz135.html Jackson Building Centres exclusive offer on its new Ronseal eco-friendly wood care range. Thu, 03 Jul 2008 08:00:00 UT Jackson Building Centres http://www.buildingtalk.com/news/jab/jab100.html Jackson Building Centres is focusing its attention on National Men's Health Week in a bid to encourage its male customers to take more care at work. Thu, 03 Jul 2008 08:00:00 UT Jackson Building Centres http://www.buildingtalk.com/news/jab/jab101.html Norbord's Caberdek P5 flooring system greatly enhances standards of safety during the construction process by reducing the risk of falls. Thu, 03 Jul 2008 08:00:00 UT Norbord http://www.buildingtalk.com/news/noz/noz136.html Norbord launch two new 'green' initiatives to promote its policy of environmental leadership. Thu, 03 Jul 2008 08:00:00 UT Norbord http://www.buildingtalk.com/news/noz/noz137.html Hewden Stuart plc, the UK's largest plant hirer, has become one of the first plant rental companies to achieve Achilles BuildingConfidence Programme accreditation. Tue, 01 Jul 2008 08:00:00 UT Hewden http://www.buildingtalk.com/news/hek/hek130.html Goliath Footwear launching a brand new initiative called 'No Sprain - All Gain' following new figures released by HSE showing 40% of serious foot injuries are sprains and dislocations. Tue, 01 Jul 2008 08:00:00 UT Goliath Footwear http://www.buildingtalk.com/news/gol/gol101.html 21,000 panels have been made but not one has been returned for warping, cracking or bubbling. Tue, 01 Jul 2008 08:00:00 UT GAP http://www.buildingtalk.com/news/gap/gap165.html By opening Tile Giant in Weston-super-Mare this week, the total number of branches within the Travis Perkins Group has reached 1,200 across the UK. Thu, 26 Jun 2008 08:00:00 UT Travis Perkins http://www.buildingtalk.com/news/trv/trv114.html New whole house ventilation solutions include mechanical extract vent as well as LoWatt whole house heat recovery systems. Tue, 24 Jun 2008 08:00:00 UT Screwfix Direct http://www.buildingtalk.com/news/scr/scr148.html GAP supply Conservatory Outlet with a wide range of home improvement products and also helped with marketing, setting up showrooms and staff training. Tue, 24 Jun 2008 08:00:00 UT GAP http://www.buildingtalk.com/news/gap/gap164.html Leading home improvement stockist and door panel manufacturer offers a wide-range of doors from its Cosmopolitan and Perfection ranges. Mon, 23 Jun 2008 08:00:00 UT GAP http://www.buildingtalk.com/news/gap/gap163.html Confident in the local construction industry outlook, Hewden Stuart is opening a new GBP3 million depot in Manchester, maintaining the company's position as the UK's number one plant hirer. Mon, 16 Jun 2008 08:00:00 UT Hewden http://www.buildingtalk.com/news/hek/hek129.html Since re-branding as a home improvement stockist GAP has had tremendous interest in its expanded product range, with more than 500 products added. Tue, 10 Jun 2008 08:00:00 UT GAP http://www.buildingtalk.com/news/gap/gap162.html Bott has completed a new 700 sq.m office block, including a new showroom and training suite for its UK and European dealer network. Thu, 05 Jun 2008 08:00:00 UT Bott http://www.buildingtalk.com/news/bot/bot108.html Square drive decking screws offer many advantages over conventional fasteners having a more positive drive that reduces 'cam-out' and drive stripping. Thu, 05 Jun 2008 08:00:00 UT Precision Technology Supplies http://www.buildingtalk.com/news/pec/pec101.html Jewson adds muscle to its existing product range by launching its own collection of powertools. Wed, 04 Jun 2008 08:00:00 UT Jewson http://www.buildingtalk.com/news/jew/jew113.html Spit has launched the chemical anchor Epcon C8 Extreme, an epoxy resin that has been specifically formulated for rebar and stud applications requiring a high load capacity. Mon, 02 Jun 2008 08:00:00 UT ITW Construction Products http://www.buildingtalk.com/news/itn/itn102.html Screwfix is in the process of updating all its Consumer Unit ranges, including those from leading brand names such as Wylex Fri, 30 May 2008 08:00:00 UT Screwfix Direct http://www.buildingtalk.com/news/scr/scr147.html Greenworks, a sister company to Jewson, has scooped a bronze award for its B2B business website at the Horizon Interactive Awards 2008 Fri, 30 May 2008 08:00:00 UT Jewson http://www.buildingtalk.com/news/jew/jew112.html The industry's first specifically designed professional roofline qualification has proved popular with GAP customers. Mon, 26 May 2008 08:00:00 UT GAP http://www.buildingtalk.com/news/gap/gap161.html Government reforms to Apprenticeships, recently announced by the Learning Skills Council, include scrapping the 25-year-old age limit on individuals applying for apprenticeships. Thu, 22 May 2008 08:00:00 UT Builders Merchants Federation [BMF] http://www.buildingtalk.com/news/bui/bui157.html Howarth Timber (Windows and Doors) also guarantees against the breakdown of its factory-applied microporous paints and stains applied to its fully finished windows and door ranges. Thu, 22 May 2008 08:00:00 UT Howarth Timber http://www.buildingtalk.com/news/how/how110.html Travis Perkins is celebrating after being named Supplier of the Year in the Housing Excellence Awards, organised by Northern, Midlands and Southern Housing magazines. Thu, 22 May 2008 08:00:00 UT Travis Perkins http://www.buildingtalk.com/news/trv/trv113.html Prepare for summer heat wave and keep your office cool with Convair bioclimatic portable evaporative air coolers. Mon, 19 May 2008 08:00:00 UT Scott Brothers http://www.buildingtalk.com/news/scb/scb127.html AllWeather Plastics has recently switched supplier to leading home improvement stockist GAP. Mon, 19 May 2008 08:00:00 UT GAP http://www.buildingtalk.com/news/gap/gap160.html Jewson, in collaboration with leading industry figures within the construction industry, has established industry-wide waste reduction targets during the second Green Procurement Group meeting. Mon, 19 May 2008 08:00:00 UT Jewson http://www.buildingtalk.com/news/jew/jew111.html Travis Perkins launch new website dedicated to its management training programme for young people that are looking for a career in the building and construction industry. Fri, 09 May 2008 08:00:00 UT Travis Perkins http://www.buildingtalk.com/news/trv/trv112.html Bradford and Sons has acquired the issued share capital of Totem Timber (St Austell) Holdings. Thu, 08 May 2008 08:00:00 UT Bradfords Building Supplies http://www.buildingtalk.com/news/bvw/bvw107.html National Self Build and Renovation Centre in Swindon is hosting dedicated event for new and inexperienced developers. Wed, 07 May 2008 08:00:00 UT BuildStore http://www.buildingtalk.com/news/buj/buj108.html