News releases on Buildingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 26 October
to Saturday 1 November 2003
Andersen Launches Woodwright - Fibrex Windows
Andersen Windows has launched a new window range made from Fibrex, a revolutionary new material with the strength of natural wood and the low maintenance of PVC-u.
News from Andersen Windows (31 October 2003)
Changes For Building Acoustics Measurement Systems
Technical Background Article Exciting Changes For Building Acoustics Measurement Systems From Bruel and Kjaer
News from Bruel and Kjaer UK (31 October 2003)
New Sporting Double From Designplan Lighting
Designplan Lighting has launched two new fittings specifically designed to meet the uniquely rigorous demands of sports facilities - the Six Pack and Sportalux.
News from Designplan Lighting (31 October 2003)
Poole Plumps For Parkalux
User Application Article Poole Borough Council has used Designplan's ultra-durable T5 Parkalux fittings among a package of measures designed to dramatically improve the ambience of its Civic Centre car park.
News from Designplan Lighting (31 October 2003)
Elevator Displays at Abu Dhabi Conference Palace
User Application Article Elevator display specialist E-Motive has supplied 55 of its full colour LCD displays to the new Conference Palace in Abu Dhabi.
News from E-Motive Display (31 October 2003)
Heavy Duty Floortiles Gain New Sophistication
Evertile in London is launching Lock-tile Supergrain as an addition to its range of interlocking floor tiles.
News from Evertile (31 October 2003)
FMB State of Trade Survey
The Federation of Master Builders' (FMB) State of Trade survey for the third quarter of 2003 shows builders workloads continue to rise.
News from Federation of Master Builders (FMB) (31 October 2003)
'Woods In And Around Towns' Conference
Technical Background Article Keynote address by Scottish Forestry Minister Allan Wilson delivered on his behalf to the "Woodlands In and Around Towns" conference.
News from Forestry Commission (31 October 2003)
University Students Make A Drama Without Crisis
User Application Article Hills Electrical and Mechanical plc and Hills Integrated Systems have completed the £1.3 million installation of electrical services at Manchester University's new School of Music and drama.
News from Hills Electrical and Mechanical (31 October 2003)
ICES Commercial Management Practices Committee
Derek Smith FInstCES has been appointed as Chair of the Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (ICES) Commercial Management Practices Committee (CMPC).
News from Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (31 October 2003)
Lumileds Ships Industry's First Warm White LED
Lumileds Lighting is now shipping a warm white version of its high-brightness Luxeon LEDs, becoming the first manufacturer to deliver a warm white emitter in production quantities.
News from Lumileds Lighting Netherlands B.V. (31 October 2003)
Mowlem's Scottish Projects Win High Acclaim
User Application Article Mowlem contracts have clinched the top spots in two categories of the prestigious British Construction Industry Awards (BCIA) 2003.
News from Mowlem plc (31 October 2003)
Load-Bearing Blocks For External And Internal Use
Natural Building Technologies, which specialises in ecologically sound building materials, is introducing a load-bearing, interlocking block system that is, simple, fast and economical.
News from Natural Building Technologies (31 October 2003)
Saker Solutions Announces Partnership With FlexSim
Today Saker Solutions announced a new partnership with Flexsim Corporation, Utah, USA.
News from Saker Solutions (31 October 2003)
Schneider Electric's Two New Brochures
Easy selection brochures published for ready to install ranges Merlin Gerin, a brand of Schneider Electric, has published two brochures for its ready to install building solutions.
News from Schneider Electric (31 October 2003)
WEB-LOK Cable Support System Saves Time and Labour
New WEB-LOK Cable Support System is suitable for a wide variety of uses and its versatility allows quick additions or changes to the system structure or the mix of products that it supports.
News from Web Products (31 October 2003)
The Bahco Cool Tools Challenge
Leading hand tool manufacturer Bahco Tools Ltd, is addressing the industry skills shortage head on this month with the launch of the Bahco Cool Tools Challenge.
News from Bahco Tools (29 October 2003)
'UK First' Wi-Fi Broadband Service
'UK First' Wi-Fi Broadband Service takes home networking and roaming to the masses. Neighbours and flat mates able to share a broadband connection for the first time.
News from Bulldog Communications (29 October 2003)
Facade Retention - Two New Guides
In response to major anxiety over safety in the construction industry, and an increase and interest in refurbishment work in general, two new publications have been released. Brochure Available
News from CIRIA (29 October 2003)
CIRIA wins funding from Biffaward
CIRIA wins funding from Biffaward to provide guidance on improving the resource efficiency of the construction industry. Brochure Available
News from CIRIA (29 October 2003)
The Blue Blade
Masonry reciprocating saw blade is used for renovating or demolition jobs launched for world-wide sale, after 10 years of selling it only in Denmark.
News from Danish Tool Productions ApS (29 October 2003)
T5 Sable Joins Designplan's Stable
Combining louvred downlight, perforated diffused light and indirect lighting all within one fitting - the new LG3 compliant T5 Sable from Designplan.
News from Designplan Lighting (29 October 2003)
On Top Of The World With Corian
User Application Article As part of the pedestrianisation project for Trafalgar Square, the World Squares Cafe, is a stylish new coffee shop, cleverly integrated into the terrace of this popular London gathering place.
News from DuPont, Corian and Zodiaq (29 October 2003)
Timber Quality - Key Research Unveiled
Technical Background Article The properties of British grown Sitka spruce timber were highlighted at a recent seminar hosted by Forest Research.
News from Forestry Commission (29 October 2003)
How Wood Provides Warm Glow For School
Forestry Minister, Ben Bradshaw, was today shown how a new 'green' heating system being installed by Nottinghamshire County Council is going to provide warmth for the children and the staff.
News from Forestry Commission (29 October 2003)
Baltics Banking On Gripple
User Application Article One of the Baltic region's largest banks is putting its trust in Gripple as it builds a new 26-storey office block in Riga, Latvia.
News from Gripple (29 October 2003)
Door Canopies -increased range For 2004
Interland Trading is the exclusive distributor for the UK and Ireland for Dusar GmbH of Germany, who has been manufacturing door canopies for almost thirty years.
News from Interland Trading (29 October 2003)
Kee Klamp Launches New Rooftop Safety System
Roof edge protection specialist Kee Klamp Ltd has introduced the Kee Anchor system.
News from Kee Safety (29 October 2003)
Luxeon III, An 80-Lumen Long-Life LED
Lumileds' Luxeon family allows designers to achieve desired light output with fewer LEDs than the company's original 25-lumen product, simplify engineering and manufacturing.
News from Lumileds Lighting Netherlands B.V. (29 October 2003)
WTi Keynote Seminar at Sewarage 2003
The seminar provides an opportunity for practitioners to keep abreast with the changes within the industry and to discuss the changes with an expert panel of speakers.
News from National Sewerage Association (29 October 2003)
GTH Cable Tie Tool: Light Tool For Heavy Workloads
PANDUIT Ltd has extended its family of hand operated cable tie installation tools with the addition of the new lightweight and ergonomic GTH tool.
News from Panduit (29 October 2003)
Revolutionary New Stainless Steel Tie Design
Panduit's new, enhanced stainless steel ball-locking ties offer highest-ever loop tensile strength .
News from Panduit (29 October 2003)
Make An Impact In Plastics With NPL's New Project
Technical Background Article The UK National Physical Laboratory has begun a 2nd phase of DTI-funded research, looking at predicting the performance of plastic materials under impact loading.
News from Smithers Rapra (29 October 2003)
How To Provide Decorative Tile Edge Protection
Technical Background Article World market-leader in complete tiling solutions, looks at how to provide decorative edge protection which will not only make the refurbishment look good, but keep it looking good. Brochure Available
News from Schluter-Systems (29 October 2003)
Key Construction Issues
The Steel Construction Institute (SCI) is holding a series of free seminars to inform practitioners about current key construction issues and demonstrate how we can help.
News from SCI (Steel Construction Institute) (29 October 2003)
Quicon Design Rules Developed
The SCI (Steel Construction Institute) has completed the design rules for Quicon, its slotted tee connector.
News from SCI (Steel Construction Institute) (29 October 2003)
Three Technical Information Sheets on Part E
Three new Technical Information Sheets will help to ensure that practitioners meet the new requirements of Part E of the Building Regulations (2003)
News from SCI (Steel Construction Institute) (29 October 2003)
New Guide to Evaluating Design Wind Loads
Guide to Evaluating Design Wind Loads to BS 6399-2:1997 by C G Bailey is available price: SCI Corporate Members £15, Non-members £30 (plus p and p).
News from SCI (Steel Construction Institute) (29 October 2003)
Introduction to Steelwork Design
New publication: Introduction to Steelwork Design to BS 5950-1:2000 by A G J Way and P R Salter is available from SCI (Steel Construction Institute).
News from SCI (Steel Construction Institute) (29 October 2003)
Ryan Joins Edinburgh Office
Niall Ryan has joined TPS Consult as an Electrical Design Engineer to strengthen the team in the Edinburgh Office in the delivery of several recent major successes.
News from TPS (29 October 2003)
Airport Simulation Proved By 'Witness' Evidence
Technical Background Article A new and innovative software package to model airport operations has been introduced by TPS Consult, the leading UK project management and design consultancy.
News from TPS (29 October 2003)
Lutz stone support systems available from Halfen
Lutz range of stone support systems is designed to provide safe and flexible fixings that accommodate the varying characteristics of natural stone cladding. Brochure Available
News from Halfen (28 October 2003)
Direct Mounting On To Building Structures
The Profile system is designed for direct mounting on to a building structure. LEDs are bonded into a polycarbonate channel to provide complete weatherproofing.
News from Advanced LED (27 October 2003)
Energy Saving Trust Aims For Zero-Emission Housing
Technical Background Article The Energy Saving Trust (EST) wants Government to focus on zero-emission targets for new buildings when it introduces changes to building regulations in 2005.
News from Energy Saving Trust (EST) (27 October 2003)
Gartec Behind Bars In HMP Risley
User Application Article Gartec has installed two Strategos wheelchair lifts in HM Prison Risley, Cheshire, to enable inmates, officers or visitors with impaired mobility to access different levels within the prison.
News from Gartec (27 October 2003)
Knockonwood From Jaga Is First Wooden Radiator
The inspirationally designed new Knockonwood from Jaga Heating Products is the first wooden radiator range to be launched in the UK.
News from Jaga Heating Products (27 October 2003)
Moeller's BD2 Busbar Range Powers Ahead
With busbar technology increasingly replacing cable in power distribution applications, Moeller Electric has extended its BD2 busbar range to cover a maximum current rating of 1250A.
News from Moeller Electric (27 October 2003)
Architectural Features At A Reasonable Cost
Versatile Cast Stone Products add architectural high-quality detail features features at a reasonable cost. Brochure Available
News from Procter Bros (27 October 2003)
Reginox UK introduces new product catalogue
Cheshire-based sink specialist, Reginox UK has produced a new catalogue detailing its complete range of high quality kitchen sinks, taps and accessories.
News from Reginox UK (27 October 2003)
Thermalite Takes The Bull By The Horn
User Application Article The impressive three-tier Bull Ring shopping centre in Birmingham has recently been redeveloped to house the UK's most popular department stores, including the biggest Selfridges outside London.
News from Thermalite (27 October 2003)
Wallingford Software In Tune With The US Market
Wallingford Software has reported its most successful trade show ever at WEFTEC 2003, the annual water quality exhibition and conference hosted by the Water Environment Federation (WEF), in the USA.
News from Wallingford Software (27 October 2003)
Total number of news releases published during the week: 51
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