News releases on Buildingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 5 December
to Saturday 11 December 2004
Let there be light!
St Stephens church at Cannock has recently been transformed by a stylish lighting scheme designed by Brian Hutchinson of Lightform and Clive Douglas of Fitzgerald Lighting.
News from Fitzgerald Lighting Group ( 9 December 2004)
Data converter for card access control systems
Cypress announces its "all-in-one" multibendert data converter for card access control systems
News from Cypress Computer Systems ( 9 December 2004)
Industry supports MMC showcase at OFFSITE2005
Leading modern methods of construction (MMC) exponents, including The Concrete Centre, Mtech, Ruukki, Terrapin and Van Elle, have announced their sponsorship of the MMC showcase, OFFSITE2005.
News from BRE ( 9 December 2004)
Woodland boost for Scottish towns
Technical Background Article Scottish Forestry Minister Lewis Macdonald has approved grants that will help bring back to life 33 neglected urban woodlands across Scotland.
News from Forestry Commission ( 9 December 2004)
Britain's woodlands lead the world
Technical Background Article Britain's public woods have been hailed among the most sustainable in the world after receiving their second international green stamp of approval.
News from Forestry Commission ( 9 December 2004)
Changes to Building Regs affect access covers
Technical Background Article The changes mean that some conventional PPIC inspection covers no longer comply with the Building Regulations, because they do not lock. Brochure Available
News from Clark-Drain ( 9 December 2004)
Be Seen Be Safe - and at low cost!
Cost need no longer be a barrier to people at risk being properly protected with appropriate high visibility ('hi-viz') clothing.
News from Severnside Safety Supplies ( 9 December 2004)
New cable gland system launched
M Buttkereit has introduced a range of cable gland products to the UK. The new cable gland system achieves high cable density and easy retro-fitting.
News from Buttkereit ( 9 December 2004)
Eliminating hospital acquired infections
In the fight to help eliminate hospital acquired infections, white moulded electrical lighting and power accessories from Crabtree can now be supplied with BioCote advanced surface hygiene protection.
News from BioCote ( 9 December 2004)
'Wrongful use' charge over export credits
Technical Background Article The BBC's investigative radio programme File on 4 has accused Britain 's Export Credit Guarantee Department of using taxpayers' money to fund corrupt deals overseas.
News from Chartered Institute of Building [CIOB] ( 9 December 2004)
Eternit roofing stars in top equestrian centre
User Application Article Fibre cement profiled sheeting from Eternit Building Materials is playing a "major part" in the transformation of a former Scottish limeworks into a world-class equestrian centre. Brochure Available
News from Marley Eternit ( 9 December 2004)
Mettler Toledo technical support online
Need laboratory support? Do you have a technical query, installation dilemma or product enquiry? Mettler Toledo online can help. Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo ( 8 December 2004)
Solar water heating grants for homes
Technical Background Article The Government's Clear Skies grant scheme has proved so successful that additional funding of £2.6 million has been announced.
News from Centre for Alternative Technology ( 8 December 2004)
Better way of doing business with contractors
Technical Background Article Latham urges Scottish contractors and clients to look to best practice, not legislation
News from MacRoberts Solicitors ( 8 December 2004)
Norbain invests £500,000 in IP Telephony
Norbain SD, Europe's leading distributor of electronic security solutions, has invested £500,000 in a new IP-based telephone system.
News from Norbain SD ( 8 December 2004)
Cool new brochure now available from Pilkington
The brochure will help customers select the right glass for each project by presenting clear and relevant information including details about the new solar control Pilkington Suncool HP range.
News from Pilkington Building Products UK ( 8 December 2004)
Dolphins play in new baby unit
User Application Article Frolicking dolphins provide colourful features in corridor floors at the new neo-natal unit at the Royal Albert Edward Infirmary in Wigan, Lancashire.
News from Polyflor ( 8 December 2004)
Architectural gems recreated with Ibstock Brick
User Application Article Ibstock's skill and persistence, in recreating brick to match the original non-standard size and colour, assist architects to restore the streetscape with buildings.
News from Ibstock Brick ( 8 December 2004)
Second award for top security instructor
For the second year running, Barry Walker, a senior security advisor at TPS Consult, has won a prestigious international award from ASIS International.
News from TPS ( 8 December 2004)
Dean and Bowes wins disabled arts centre contract
User Application Article Dean and Bowes, has been awarded a £300 K project from the Varrier-Jones Foundation, to create the interior for a new Arts Centre for disabled people.
News from ISG Dean and Bowes ( 8 December 2004)
Experts discuss future of utilities industry
Technical Background Article A central organisation to champion the sharing of information between utilities could be up and running next year.
News from Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors ( 8 December 2004)
SFS intec fasteners now available in platinum
SFS intec is now part of the Corus Panels and Profiles' latest venture, the Platinum Partnership System Warranty.
News from SFS intec ( 8 December 2004)
Ten "elevated office buildings" built in France
User Application Article French architectural firm builds ten "elevated office buildings" in france, a stunning developmental solution for flooded areas
News from ERAI (Entreprise Rhone Alpes International) ( 8 December 2004)
Upgrade site for AutoCAD
Bentley opens "You Deserve Better" upgrade site for AutoCAD users facing forced retirement of their doftware by Autodesk
News from Bentley Systems ( 8 December 2004)
Fittings for Frameless Glass Doors and Panels
Hafele UK have expanded their range of rail and patch fittings for frameless glass pivot doors and fixed panels, called the Hafele Standard Range. Brochure Available
News from Hafele UK ( 8 December 2004)
Relationships in the construction industry
Key construction project relationships - such as those with the client and the supply chain and within the project team - will be examined at a seminar at BRE on 15th February 2005.
News from BRE ( 8 December 2004)
Jackson makes splash at water centre project
User Application Article Jackson Building Services, the special projects division of Jackson Construction, has landed a high profile £1.6m project to create a new water activities centre in Norwich.
News from ISG Jackson ( 8 December 2004)
Abloy security seals key role
User Application Article To achieve a unified and effective barrier against extreme weather and persistent acts of vandalism, Scottish Water specified Abloy Security's tough padlocks and latest cylinder mechanism. Brochure Available
News from Abloy UK ( 8 December 2004)
Major accident hazards regulations
Technical Background Article The Health and Safety Commission (HSC) is seeking views on a draft updated guidance booklet covering the Control of Major Accident Hazards Regulations 1999 (COMAH).
News from Health and Safety Executive ( 8 December 2004)
JSB fire panel offers exceptional value for money
Cooper Lighting and Security has added a low-cost conventional fire panel to its JSB range of products.
News from Cooper Lighting and Safety ( 8 December 2004)
Flex Connectors on the move!
Flex Connectors Limited - manufacturers of the innovative flex 7 range of lighting connection and control products - are moving premises. Brochure Available
News from Flex Connectors ( 8 December 2004)
Solar powered ground vibration monitoring
User Application Article AV Technology have successfully completed a five month solar powered ground vibration monitoring project at a brownfield development site in central London. Brochure Available
News from AV Technology ( 8 December 2004)
International Building Press Special Award
CIOB international news editor wins lifetime achievement award
News from Chartered Institute of Building [CIOB] ( 7 December 2004)
Fondis new wine cellar air-conditioner
The Wine SP100 air-conditioner has a powerful 2.5 kW refrigeration capacity, perfectly suited for use in wine cellars of up to 3,000 cubic feet.
News from Fondis S.A. ( 7 December 2004)
Luxo light is the best for the healthcare market
The Luxo AIM-100R is designed to give the professional healthcare market the best light in its category
News from Luxo ( 7 December 2004)
Fiber optics system keeps Eiffel Tower safe
User Application Article For the last ten years the Osmos system has been used to continuously monitor the Eiffel Tower in Paris.
News from Osmos ( 7 December 2004)
Energy saving systems complement Business Centre.
User Application Article Inviron has completed the full M and E installation for the final phase of the Inland Revenue and Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) strategic centre at Benton Park View, Newcastle upon Tyne.
News from Inviron ( 7 December 2004)
The Lumia Hanging Fireplace from Fondis
Fondis, designer and manufacturer of hearths and fireplace-inserts, recently created the first wall-hanging wood burner: the Lumia.
News from Fondis S.A. ( 7 December 2004)
CONTEC releases new Ultra-Compact BOX-PC 360
Contec has developed a new series of ultra-small computers in its "BOX-PC" range of fanless industrial computers for embedded applications.
News from Contec Microelectronics Europe ( 7 December 2004)
What's new in fire detection?
Technical Background Article Rowland Davies, Marketing Manager, Apollo Fire Detectors, considers the latest developments in fire detection technology.
News from Apollo Fire Detectors ( 7 December 2004)
New intelligent thermostat from Carlo Gavazzi.
Smart House benefits from new Dupline Thermostat.
News from Carlo Gavazzi ( 7 December 2004)
Eltham Palace protected
User Application Article Envirografâ Art Covers product 126 supplied by Fire Prevention Products (London) have been used to protect Eltham Palace.
News from Environmental Seals ( 7 December 2004)
Tiling installation: diverse training needs
Technical Background Article Keeping up to date with the technology of the latest essential technically-engineered accessories guarantee the long-lasting integrity of tiling installations. Brochure Available
News from Schluter-Systems ( 7 December 2004)
CAD drawings from Safeguard
CAD drawings from Safeguard Chemicals now available for basement, green roof, and structural waterproofing.
News from Safeguard Europe ( 7 December 2004)
Condensation, damp or humidity solutons
Newly launched portable dehumidifier designed to address damp and condensation problems around the home from the cellar to the attic.
News from Scott Products ( 6 December 2004)
Energy-efficient networked HVAC automation
New Europe-wide brand for energy-efficient networked automation of heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems in small and medium sized buildings.
News from CentraLine ( 6 December 2004)
Remote monitoring of LPG tanks
Remote monitoring of LPG tanks (liquid petroleum gas) using GSM and PSTN technology.
News from Sentry Telemetry ( 6 December 2004)
Jig saw offers increased cutting capacity
Metabo new variable speed jig saw offers increased cutting capacity and operator comfort.
News from Metabo ( 6 December 2004)
MagHansen systems favoured by Urban Innovator
User Application Article Bespoke curtain walling and a highly specialised sliding door system have been supplied by MagHansen to arguably the most influential developer active in the field of inner city redevelopment.
News from MagHansen ( 6 December 2004)
Enhanced Building Information Modelling Software
Architecture and design firms increase client satisfaction and competitive advantage with Autodesk Revit 7 building information modelling. Brochure Available
News from Autodesk ( 6 December 2004)
Roofers try Nu-Lok without climbing a ladder!
Nu-lok Roofing Systems (UK)is installing a unique demonstration rig at branches of its sole distributor, SIG Roofing Supplies Group.
News from Nu-Lok Roofing Systems (UK) ( 6 December 2004)
EasySens successful in first major projects
User Application Article EasySens solar-powered, autonomous radio sensors are maintenance-free compared to battery-powered wireless solutions.
News from Slaney Direct ( 6 December 2004)
Solution to SME business planning crisis
Planability has launched its innovative SME business planning software solution.
News from Planability ( 6 December 2004)
Philmac threads the standard
Philmac has invested in its range by improving its Philmac BSP Threaded Fittings range.
News from Durapipe UK ( 6 December 2004)
Friatherm helps Leeds blood bank
User Application Article Friatherm pipework from Durapipe UK has been used in the refurbishment of the Leeds Blood Transfusion Centre.
News from Durapipe UK ( 6 December 2004)
European architectural awards launch
Entries are now being invited for the 2005 Copper in architecture awards - expanded this year to include a new special award for European projects, as well as a cash prize for architectural students.
News from Copper in Architecture ( 6 December 2004)
Uniglaze 2 rises in the east
To celebrate its 21st birthday, glazing company Uniglaze 2 in East Anglia, has built a state of the art £12m production facility.
News from Pilkington Building Products UK ( 6 December 2004)
Charitable link with Alder Hey Children's Hospital
Ventilation component specialist expands covere and uses craft skills in charity link-up
News from Senior Hargreaves ( 6 December 2004)
Latest range of Teknilite panels
Teknilite panels allows design engineers to specify not only state of the art technical solutions for heat containment, but a total package of panels laminated with decorative or functional finishes.
News from Tekniform ( 6 December 2004)
Affordable material lifting solutions
Beta Max introduces Maxial Track Hoist for power generating and boiler maintenance industries ideal for lifting scaffolding and materials in confined spaces .
News from Beta Max Hoist ( 6 December 2004)
Bentley releases survey results of AutoCAD users
Bentley releases survey results of AutoCAD users facing autodesk's forced retirement program.
News from Bentley Systems ( 6 December 2004)
Diamond tile cutters price cut
Encore have introduced a range of diamond tile cutters especially for the trade, to complement their diamond core drills.
News from Encore Diamond ( 6 December 2004)
Howarth Timber selects Kerridge software solution
User Application Article Howarth Timber has selected Kerridge's K8 software solution to further grow the company and strengthen its position in the timber and merchanting industry.
News from Kerridge Computer Company ( 6 December 2004)
Armcon Cementech MCD 4M-100 "ideal" for rail use
User Application Article Armcon Cementech MCD 4M-100 volumetric mixer is finding growing acceptance among rail contractors, according to the Cheshire-based manufacturer.
News from Armcon Cementech Europe ( 6 December 2004)
Breezair provides cool relief
User Application Article Breezair provides cool relief for new injection moulding production hall.
News from Seeley International (Europe) ( 6 December 2004)
CIOB warns on illegal timber threat
Technical Background Article CIOB published 'Procuring Legal and Sustainable Timber' guide.
News from Chartered Institute of Building [CIOB] ( 6 December 2004)
Triple Cat premiere for Lentrol
User Application Article Cheshire-based Lentrol, has taken delivery of three brand new Cat machines, all making their UK debuts.
News from Finning UK ( 6 December 2004)
Trapac snow guard from Klober
Safety accessory launched from Klober's Trapac range protects against the danger of snow sliding off pitched roofs.
News from Klober ( 6 December 2004)
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