News releases on Buildingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 20 February
to Saturday 26 February 2005
Eternit launches guide to not-so-heavy metal
Eternit Building Materials has drawn on its unparalleled 90+ years of experience in the manufacture of profiled sheeting to launch a guide to specifying and fixing metal panels for roofs and walls. Brochure Available
News from Marley Eternit (25 February 2005)
Kopex specialists ready to deal with any risk
Kopex International has established a network of specialist stockists able to meet specifiers demands.
News from Kopex International (25 February 2005)
New wireless interconnect smoke alarms
User Application Article The Wrekin Housing Trust has recently found an innovative use for the new Ei RadioLINK wireless mains-powered smoke alarms from Aico.
News from Aico (25 February 2005)
The Garden Escape new home office design
Expert designer and builder of contemporary garden buildings, The Garden Escape, to launch new design 'The Garden Escape Cube'.
News from The Garden Escape (25 February 2005)
New products at Bathrooms and Kitchens Expo 2005.
Dozens of new products from the Pilkington's Tiles Group - as well as a completely new line - will showcase the company's new stand at Bathrooms and Kitchens Expo 2005.
News from Pilkington's Tiles (25 February 2005)
Scaffolding firm fined following death of worker
Technical Background Article The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) prosecuted a scaffolding company following an investigation into a fatal incident.
News from Health and Safety Executive (25 February 2005)
New Website for Structural Waterproofing
A new website totally dedicated to structural waterproofing has been launched by the Structural Waterproofing Group of the Property Care Association.
News from Property Care Association (25 February 2005)
Retaining wall system awarded BBA certificate
Tensar/Forticrete keystone retaining wall system has been awarded a BBA certificate for roads and bridges.
News from Tensar International (25 February 2005)
Hulse wins second Jupiter contract
User Application Article Hulse (Electrical Contractors) to provide the full building services for Phase 3 of Birmingham's prestigious Jupiter housing development by Redrow Homes.
News from Hulse (Electrical Contractors) (25 February 2005)
New guidance on whole life value procurement
Technical Background Article New guidance provides a clear understanding of the concepts and principles underlying the use and application of Whole Life Value. Brochure Available
News from CIRIA (25 February 2005)
Unity opens the way for end user upgrades
Schneider Electric extends easy programming and system compatibility
News from Schneider Electric (25 February 2005)
Breezair for optimum cooling
User Application Article Nicholl food packaging chooses Breezair for optimum cooling
News from Seeley International (Europe) (25 February 2005)
Heating installers prepare for dramatic changes
Around 30 per cent of gas heating installers from across the UK have signed up to energy efficiency training.
News from Energy Saving Trust (EST) (25 February 2005)
Newey and Eyre regional distribution hubs
Newey and Eyre, has announced plans to move to a decentralised stock distribution system and will introduce a number of new regional distribution centres across the UK.
News from Newey and Eyre (25 February 2005)
Derelict spaces converted into housing units
User Application Article Higgins Construction PLC nears completion of a GBP 4 million project to convert unusual derelict spaces into six oversize housing units in the London Borough of Wandsworth.
News from Higgins Construction (25 February 2005)
Resin bound surfacing brings colour to Cardiff
User Application Article Sureset resin bound surfacing brings colour to Cardiff's 'The Age of Coal'
News from Sureset (25 February 2005)
Construction Health and Safety Summit
Technical Background Article Construction industry renews its determination to health and safety commitments.
News from Health and Safety Executive (25 February 2005)
New Hafele Architectural Ironmongery catalogue
Hafele UK have launched their biggest and to date the best Architectural Ironmongery catalogue for 2005/06. Brochure Available
News from Hafele UK (24 February 2005)
Multibuild builds on success with new headquarters
Stockport-based Multibuild, the fastest growing construction company in the UK, is expanding its operation with the creation of new company headquarters in Hazel Grove.
News from Multibuild (24 February 2005)
BRK new look website
BRK new look website makes choosing fire protection products easier.
News from BRK Brands Europe (24 February 2005)
Avenir Energie's Geopack pumps up the energy
Geopack, the latest geothermal heating system from Avenir Energie, is on show at Frankfurt's ISH Trade Fair from 15 to 19 March 2005.
News from FTPB French Technology Press Bureau (24 February 2005)
Priory Green turns blue with H Johnson
User Application Article The Priory Green Estate project has utilised tiles from leading ceramics manufacturer H Johnson, creating a remarkable fascia for Hugh Cubitt House - the estate's new security and community centre.
News from Johnson Tiles (24 February 2005)
HSE announces site blitz
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) will be carrying out a blitz of construction sites across Great Britain in March as part of a nationwide initiative to tackle serious work-related ill health.
News from Health and Safety Executive (23 February 2005)
Domestic electrical installation compliance
Technical Background Article Lowe Group are committed to compliance with new legislation by providing training to ensure that personnel achieve the appropriate qualifications to legally undertake the work involved.
News from Lowe Group (23 February 2005)
Expanded range of industrial plugs and sockets
Cee Norm UK announce the launch of their new 148 page catalogue and trade price list for 2005, covering their expanded range of industrial plugs and sockets to BS EN 60309-2/BS4343;1992.
News from Cee-Norm UK (23 February 2005)
New Hafele glass fittings catalogue CD-Rom
The Glass fittings section of the forthcoming 2005/06 Architectural Ironmongery catalogue is now available free of charge on CD-ROM. Brochure Available
News from Hafele UK (23 February 2005)
Three Shires announces agreement with E-Box
User Application Article The Three Shires Batch PFI Scheme has announced it is using E-Box's web enabled document collaboration tool PFINet.
News from E-box (23 February 2005)
Height data definines physical landscape
Ordnance Survey is announcing a major enhancement to its detailed digital height data defining the physical landscape of Britain.
News from Ordnance Survey (23 February 2005)
Clark-Drain 35 years of access covers and frames
Clark-Drain, formerly known as Clarksteel, has been manufacturing access covers and frames for the building, construction and utilities markets for over 35 years. Brochure Available
News from Clark-Drain (23 February 2005)
New linear drainage solutions
New range of Linear Drainage products offer major advantages for stockists, contractors and end-users, overcoming many of the problems associated with traditional drainage systems. Brochure Available
News from Clark-Drain (23 February 2005)
Refurbishing existing floors
Technical Background Article Michael Gale of Sika-Armorex outlines a new solution to the problems of refurbishing existing floors with very difficult substrates.
News from Sika (23 February 2005)
Restrictive city centre project solution
User Application Article Kingspan Structural Products is providing an innovative solution to the parking difficulties and constricted conditions in York City centre.
News from Kingspan Off-Site (23 February 2005)
New video kits for DDA compliance
As part of an expanding range of Disability Discrimination Act compliant audio and video door entry kits, Videx Security has introduced a vandal resistant video kit. Brochure Available
News from Videx Security (22 February 2005)
Fixed ladders meet standards
All Zarges fixed ladders meet the new safety requirements for access to machinery as set out in standard EN ISO 14122-4.
News from Zarges (UK) (22 February 2005)
Staff thefts fuel demand for Vista TEAM
Increasing demand for Vista's till monitoring solution, Vista TEAM, reflects industry statistics that show a rise in staff theft but also a rise in the identification of staff theft.
News from Norbain SD (22 February 2005)
iTSHOWCASELive adds dedicated Architectural Focus
The forthcoming iTSHOWCASELive now includes a new feature area focussing on specific IT applications for architects.
News from iTSHOWCASE (22 February 2005)
Tensor gets plastered
User Application Article Tensor Smart Cards help streamline dry lining and plastering at the site of the New Romford Hospital.
News from Tensor (22 February 2005)
Fastener quality key for Sovereign
User Application Article The Sovereign Group have decided to continue using only austenitic stainless steel fasteners from SFS intec in its social housing contracts.
News from SFS intec (22 February 2005)
New UPS remote monitoring and management service
Uninterruptible Power Supplies launches a new UPS Remote Monitoring and Management Service which makes use of the latest Internet and mobile communications technologies.
News from Uninterruptible Power Supplies (22 February 2005)
New programmable channel generator.
Programmable Channel Generator simplifies Data Logging and Control
News from Carlo Gavazzi (22 February 2005)
Translucent stone panels for London new build
User Application Article Fletcher Priest chose to use Fiberstone translucent stone panels for part of the facade facing on a new build in Oxford Street in London.
News from Fiberstone (21 February 2005)
Putting land to work
Technical Background Article MP calls for a 'land swap levy' to fund rural affordable housing.
News from Town and Country Planning Association (21 February 2005)
Free Facilities Management Guide
The 6th edition of the Facilities Management Buyers Guide is now available free of charge to all qualified industry professionals.
News from Snowolf Communications (21 February 2005)
Thermocore survey assists school roofing project
User Application Article Tremco's thermal imaging system ability to accurately diagnose the condition of a flat roof has proved itself invaluable during a contract to tackle a troublesome school roof.
News from Tremco illbruck (21 February 2005)
New smoke venting motors from ABB
ABB has launched a new range of motors for smoke venting applications, designed to mitigate the development of fires in industrial and public buildings, tunnels and other locations.
News from ABB (21 February 2005)
Government support for OFFSITE2005
The Government are actively supporting OFFSITE2005, a four-day event in June 2005 to showcase the latest in modern methods of construction (MMC).
News from BRE (21 February 2005)
Total number of news releases published during the week: 46
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