News releases on Buildingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 8 February
to Saturday 14 February 2004
Faster And More Exact Hydraulic Cylinder Design
Hydraulic Cylinder design is now faster and more exact with Mathcad. Brochure Available
News from Adept Scientific (13 February 2004)
UV Disinfection Of Cleanroom Air
Technical Background Article A non-chemical method of air disinfection, it is an ideal way of ensuring all the air entering the cleanroom through the filters is free from any microbial contamination.
News from Hanovia (13 February 2004)
Vista Launches SmartPIR Colour Camera
Vista, the UK's premier brand of CCTV equipment, announce the launch of the Vista SmartPIR colour camera which mimics a Passive Infra-Red Alarm Sensor for covert surveillance requirements.
News from Norbain SD (13 February 2004)
Smart/Biometric Lock - New Innovation For 2004
Rotalock are leading the race in development and supply of smart card and biometric access control solutions for many environments from Airports, Hotels, schools to Container Security.
News from Rotalock Worldwide (13 February 2004)
Spirax Sarco BTEC Steam System Courses Get Upgrade
Spirax Sarco's BTEC courses have been upgraded from BTEC Awards to BTEC Certificates.
News from Spirax Sarco (13 February 2004)
Fewer Accidents For Sapa Profiles
Technical Background Article Leading aluminium extruder Sapa Profiles has announced a dramatic reduction in their accident rate following a decision to transform their safety training for staff.
News from Sapa Profiles (13 February 2004)
Concrete Meeting At International Society
Former Governor of the Falkland Islands, Sir Rex Hunt, will visit SCI (Society of Chemical Industry) on 19 February 2004 to give an introductory talk before the free meeting 'Hydrophobic Cements'.
News from Society of Chemical Industry (SCI) (13 February 2004)
Air Conditioning CPD Seminar At Breathe Air
Breathe Air, the air conditioning division of the breathe group are hosting an informative CPD Seminar on The Future of Air Conditioning at The Workplace, near Cambridge on 18th February 2004.
News from Breathe Group (13 February 2004)
Thin Joint Masonry On Offer At Supermarkets
Supermarkets need to be built quickly and Thermalite, the UK's leading manufacturer of aircrete blocks provides the perfect solution, halving construction time with its Thin Joint Masonry [TJM] System
News from Thermalite (13 February 2004)
Poll Says Prospects More Important Than Salary
Technical Background Article 46% of graduate and professional engineers and construction specialists consider career prospects more important than salary in choosing an employer.
News from Venture Marketing Group (13 February 2004)
Abloy* Locks Provide First Line Of Defence
User Application Article When Meteor Mobile Communications was looking for a locking solution to deter vandals it chose ABLOY padlocks and door cylinders operating on a DISKLOCK PRO and PROTEC master key system. Brochure Available
News from Abloy UK (12 February 2004)
New Bahco Short Handle Tools
These tools are ergonomically designed for maximum comfort over a long working life, avoiding hand and wrist injuries resulting from high pressure and heavy usage.
News from Bahco Tools (12 February 2004)
Byretech's ShowerSeal - A Real Hit In Cannock.
User Application Article Whether it's shower trays, rectangular baths or regular baths, Byretech's low cost kits are the simple answer to the black mould and the traditional silicone normally used.
News from Byretech (12 February 2004)
The Sealant Solution At Interbuild
Whatever your sealant requirements, come and tell Hodgson Sealants about it at The Sealant Solution Stand 20D-04 at Interbuild - NEC, 25 29 April 2004.
News from Hodgson Sealants (12 February 2004)
European Fire Testing For Firestrip 30
Firestrip 30, a BWF Certifire Approved, Intumescent Glazing Strip, can be used with 14 different glass types and many of the fire tests in screens have incorporated very large areas of glass.
News from Hodgson Sealants (12 February 2004)
More Choice for Remote Plant Control Monitoring
Ideal for remote industrial plant monitoring or remote energy metering, the new Telemodem2 industrial modems provide efficient remote data acquisition at an affordable price. Brochure Available
News from Jekyll Electronic Technology (12 February 2004)
Instant Replay For Materials Testing
User Application Article Live action recording of materials testing events for training and detailed analysis purposes is now available on the latest version of NEXYGEN MT instrument control software from Lloyd Instruments.
News from Lloyd Instruments (12 February 2004)
Multibuild Moves Into Top Gear
User Application Article Multibuild moved into top gear with a rapid £2.3m expansion of Liverpool's prestigious Williams BMW/MINI dealership. Completion of new after-sales facility and showroom extension scheduled in 16 weeks
News from Multibuild (12 February 2004)
Senior Hargreaves Chairman Retires After 48 Years
On February 13, Senior Hargreaves, the largest private sector employer in Bury, will say farewell to Brian G Ward.
News from Senior Hargreaves (12 February 2004)
New Role For Karen Prendergast Within BM TRADA
Karen Prendergast, formerly Internal Systems Assistant, will take on a more strategic and focused role as Marketing and Sales Manager.
News from Timber Research and Development Association (12 February 2004)
Damian Smith Strengthens TPS Architecture Team
TPS Consult has appointed Damian Smith as a Senior Architect.
News from TPS (12 February 2004)
New book asks 'Why Is Construction So Backward?'
Why does building work suffer from delays, why are homes so expensive and why, in the 21st century, do both these problems still affect millions of people every year?
News from Venture Marketing Group (12 February 2004)
Byretech's BathSeals Make Big Impression
User Application Article Whether it's shower trays, rectangular baths or regular baths, Byretech's low cost kits are the simple answer to the black mould and the leaky silicone normally used.
News from Byretech (11 February 2004)
Extinction Risk From Climate Change Home Truths
Technical Background Article UK Government's chief scientist, Sir David King, calls for action to reduce carbon dioxide emissions at once.
News from European Insulation Manufacturers Assoc (EURIMA) (11 February 2004)
ICES Training Courses and Workshops
The Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors have a free course, Applying for ICES Corporate Member, to seek advice on how to progress to the Institution's Corporate Member grade.
News from Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (11 February 2004)
Civil Engineering Surveyors - New Training Course
Site Safety Awarness And Preparation For The CSCS Health And Safety Test for Civil Engineering Surveyors - new training course available.
News from Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (11 February 2004)
Greater Opportunities As NPBA Becomes MPBA
The National Prefabricated Building Association receives a major facelift this Spring to relaunch itself as The Modular and Portable Building Association (MPBA).
News from MPBA (11 February 2004)
Polyflor Leads The Way At West Middlesex Hospital
User Application Article A flagship redevelopment scheme at a leading London hospital features low maintenance sheet vinyl floorcoverings from commercial flooring specialists Polyflor Ltd.
News from Polyflor (11 February 2004)
New 'Duty To Manage' Rules For Hidden Killer
Figures show that 66% Of companies are unprepared for new 'Duty To Manage' legislation on asbestos. Set Solutions has launched a free helpline.
News from SET Solutions (11 February 2004)
Ardex Set To Stand Out In The Crowd At Interbuild
Ardex UK, manufacturers of high performance commercial flooring, commercial tiling and industrial flooring systems will be exhibiting their exceptional range of products and services at Interbuild Brochure Available
News from Ardex UK (10 February 2004)
Autodesk Impacts Design Web Format (DWF)
New Autodesk DWF Writer provides CAD users with a superior alternative to PDF for distributing designs throughout the project lifecycle. Brochure Available
News from Autodesk (10 February 2004)
Balco launch new balcony glazing system in UK
Balco Glazing Systems has introduced a new modular building system to the UK market that turns small open balconies on flats and apartment buildings into extended, comfortable glazed areas.
News from Balco Glazing Systems (10 February 2004)
HBG Construction signs up with Causeway
HBG Construction signs up with Causeway for industry's largest 'enterprise' project and collaboration contract.
News from Causeway Technologies (10 February 2004)
Wales Eco-Centre Now European Project Partner
The Centre for Alternative Technology (CAT), has become a partner in the European pilot project Modern Earth Building for Promoting Regional Development.
News from Centre for Alternative Technology (10 February 2004)
Contaminated Land Solutions At ICU 2004
Leading UK construction research organisation, CIRIA will be hosting two seminars on contaminated land, at the International Clean Up exhibition (ICU2004) at the NEC Birmingham. Brochure Available
News from CIRIA (10 February 2004)
Buildings Made Of Reused Materials
Technical Background Article Two buildings constructed from salvaged building materials move a step closer to being a reality, thanks to a £141,000 grant from Biffaward. Brochure Available
News from CIRIA (10 February 2004)
Free 'Green' Guidance For Construction Industry
Professional tradesmen and small construction companies often don't have time to consider the environmental impact of their work, or the money that could be saved by improved environmental management. Brochure Available
News from CIRIA (10 February 2004)
CAB Receives Health Treatment
The Council for Aluminium in Building is expecting a healthy turnout for the first Members' Meeting of 2004.
News from Council for Aluminium in Building (CAB) (10 February 2004)
Friaphon - Silence Through Pipes
Friaphon Sound Attentuated Drainage System available from Durapipe UK offers outstanding sound insulation properties, compared with traditional cast iron or lagged, single wall plastic drainage system
News from Durapipe UK (10 February 2004)
Low-Cost Digital Water Level Sensor
AQUAGAUGE water level sensors were developed to provide an ultra low-cost method of continuous water level monitoring for water tanks, drains, rivers, seawater, dams, reservoirs etc.
News from Electrosense Technologies (10 February 2004)
Weevil Website Now Online
Technical Background Article The latest information on managing British forestry's most harmful insect pests is now available on a new website.
News from Forestry Commission (10 February 2004)
New Controls On Tree Seeds And Plants
Technical Background Article Guidance on recent changes in the rules on identifying and tracking tree seed and planting stock is now available from the Forestry Commission.
News from Forestry Commission (10 February 2004)
Work placements for newly qualified tradeswomen
Higgins Construction PLC, estate regeneration specialist, is the UK's first contractor to commit its own direct funding to work placements for newly qualified tradeswomen.
News from Higgins Construction (10 February 2004)
Luxalon Quality Delivers First Class Accommodation
User Application Article The eye-catching appeal of the new London Luton Airport headquarters of executive jet company Signature Flight Support has been achieved through the Luxalon Bi-Modular 'D' Sandwich Wall system.
News from Huntingdon Fusion Techniques (10 February 2004)
igus Energy Chains Charge On With ATEX Compliance
igus are way ahead of the competition when it comes to conforming to new ATEX regulations. Brochure Available
News from Igus UK (10 February 2004)
Tube Version Of System E6 Energy Chains Unveiled
Igus has unveiled the first-ever System E6 enclosed tube Energy Chain and a new adapter link for long-travel applications. Brochure Available
News from Igus UK (10 February 2004)
Podium Steps - Safety At Work
Interlink Alloy Systems Ltd of Waltham Abbey Essex are leading the way in the manufacture of a product to solve a particular access problem, most commonly found on building sites.
News from Interlink Alloy Systems (10 February 2004)
New Training Courses And Workshops 2004 Programme
The Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (ICES) has published its latest programme of training courses and workshops for 2004, which includes six new course titles.
News from Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (10 February 2004)
Quantity Surveyors Training Schemes ICES Approved
Morgan Est plc, the infrastructure services company, has been given the thumbs up by the Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (ICES) for it's training scheme for quantity surveyors.
News from Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (10 February 2004)
Free Electrical CAD Viewer
WSView is a free electrical CAD viewer for WSCAD, the low cost electrical CAD software distributed in the UK by Leonardo Computer Systems.
News from Leonardo Computer Systems (10 February 2004)
Ultrasonic Leak Detector For Building Services
The detector, which quickly repays its initial cost outlay and save's all types of companies substantial energy costs and improves their overall efficiency. Brochure Available
News from Logis-Tech Associates (10 February 2004)
MR16 LED Lamps - Replace MR16 Halogen Lamps
LED MR16 lamps offer whiter 'cleaner' light, use up to 50 times less energy, last up to 20 times longer, and operate much cooler. They are safe for low level lighting and close to fabrics.
News from Look4ideas.com (ME Solutions) (10 February 2004)
New Metabo Choice Cuts Slicer Wheels
New aluminum oxide Type 1 Original Slicer wheels that provide increased cutting speed and minimal burr when cutting light gauge metals.
News from Metabo (10 February 2004)
From Arc To Quench In 2ms
Moeller has developed an even faster version of its Arcon arc fault protection system for use within its power distribution system.
News from Moeller Electric (10 February 2004)
Health and Safety Award For Multibuild
Leading construction and interiors specialist Multibuild has received the Mitchells and Butlers 'Health and Safety Performance of the year 2003' award for building management.
News from Multibuild (10 February 2004)
New! Panduit ST3MT Tool Lowers Installed Costs
The new Panduit ST3MT Tool speeds stainless steel cable tie installations and lowers installed costs.
News from Panduit (10 February 2004)
Cable Avoidance And Pipeline Inspection
Technical Background Article Radiodetection, leading specialists in cable locators and pipeline inspection solutions, has made the significant step of relocating its service team to much larger custom built premises.
News from Radiodetection (10 February 2004)
Flame Retardants For Plastics In New Report
Technical Background Article The latest Rapra Review Report, Plastics Flame Retardants Technology and Current Developments, aims to provide background information on FR product technology, FR markets and FR applications.
News from Smithers Rapra (10 February 2004)
Splash - The Shower Curtain Specialist
User Application Article Precious Mcbane, the art and design partnership, decides on Splash as the preferred supplier for their bespoke design of shower curtains for a top London hotel.
News from Splash Bathroom Accessories (10 February 2004)
New National Insulation Association Recognised
Following the first successful year for the newly constituted National Insulation Association, its Chairman and Vice Chairman have been re-elected for a second year in office.
News from National Insulation Association (10 February 2004)
Positive Planning Needed For Renewable Energy
Technical Background Article The TCPA today welcomed Government indications that planning policy will allow local authorities to include policies requiring on-site renewable energy provision in development plans.
News from Town and Country Planning Association (10 February 2004)
'The Northern Way' - Has Some Way To Go
Technical Background Article The TCPA has today welcomed the Government's announcement of a Growth Area for the north of England.
News from Town and Country Planning Association (10 February 2004)
Register For Free Access To askTRADA
TRADA, the Timber Research and Development Association has opened up the core technical information on its askTRADA website (www.asktrada.co.uk) to non-members.
News from Timber Research and Development Association (10 February 2004)
Solid Advice Free From Tensar
Worldwide leader in the manufacture and provision of soil reinforcement and ground stabilisation, Tensar International has launched its customer support service, Solid Advice.
News from Tensar International (10 February 2004)
Louise Collins Joins TPS From Graham Mather Assoc.
Louise Collins has joined TPS Consult as a Mechanical Engineer to strengthen TPS Consult's Edinburgh team.
News from TPS (10 February 2004)
Interbuild: Raychem Electric Floor Heating Systems
Heat-tracing systems specialist Tyco Thermal Controls and its distributor partner Jointing Technologies are at Interbuild 2004 (Stand 10J34) exhibiting Raychem electric floor heating systems.
News from Tyco Thermal Controls (10 February 2004)
Tyco Thermal Controls Appoints Distributor Partner
Tyco Thermal Controls has appointed Jointing Technologies as its main distributor partner for Raychem heat-tracing systems in the south east region.
News from Tyco Thermal Controls (10 February 2004)
Bangkok Benefits From Flood Forecasting System
User Application Article Bangkok benefits from Wallingford Software's Flood Forecasting System 5.
News from Wallingford Software (10 February 2004)
Safety First For Pilkington
Pilkington Architectural has extended still further the flexibility of its tried and tested structural glazing system with the introduction of new Blast Resistant Pilkington Planar.
News from Pilkington Building Products UK (10 February 2004)
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