News releases on Buildingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 3 April
to Saturday 9 April 2005
Vista announces 36 new cameras at IFSEC
Protos 4, a brand new range of 36 mono, mono/colour and day/night cameras, will be unveiled at IFSEC 2005 by Vista, the UK's premier brand of electronic security equipment.
News from Norbain SD ( 8 April 2005)
The Doors take Strataform to court
User Application Article Strataform, the physical security specialists, have completed the supply and installation of more than a dozen cell doors at one of the largest magistrate's courts in the North of England.
News from Strataform ( 8 April 2005)
Silent Gliss Exhibits at CEDIA in 2005
Take a seat in the Silent Gliss automated lounge to see and use the large range of electrically operated window treatments for the intelligent home.
News from Silent Gliss ( 8 April 2005)
MOXA Device Networking solutions at Hannovar Messe
Moxa Technologies displayed its new product NPort W2004/W2250/W2150, new Wireless Serial Device Servers that bring traditional serial devices into the WLAN era.
News from Moxa Technologies ( 8 April 2005)
Affordable bet triple shield and Kommerling
When ageing windows have finally gone to the dogs, it's time to get a quality but affordable, replacement.
News from Profine ( 8 April 2005)
RAF choose Wolf safety torches
User Application Article Wolf Safety, the specialist manufacturer of portable safety lighting equipment for use in hazardous areas, has recently won two major contracts from the UK Ministry of Defence [MOD].
News from Wolf Safety Lamp Company ( 8 April 2005)
Demolition and used equipment salvage project
User Application Article Dallas Contracting completes interior demolition and used equipment salvage project in South Plainfield, New Jersey.
News from Dallas Contracting ( 8 April 2005)
High performance fire protection for Dubai icons
User Application Article Promat UK, the passive fire protection specialist, is making inroads in the Middle East.
News from Promat UK ( 8 April 2005)
Latest Cullen Products target timber frame
Cullen Building Products rolling New Product Development Programme has produced three new connection details, specifically for the timber frame market.
News from Cullen Building Products ( 8 April 2005)
Golf club tops thanks to Centurion Paints
User Application Article Davyhulme Park Golf Club is the new clubhouse leader following a sparkling all-round performance by top ranking professional, Centurion Paints.
News from Steyport ( 8 April 2005)
Millfield completes Lyntonia House project
User Application Article Millfield FRP Limited has completed the final phase of work on the prestigious west London office block, Lyntonia House, home to Commercial Properties Group.
News from Millfield FRP ( 8 April 2005)
Jackson Building Services completes lab contract
User Application Article Jackson Building Services has completed a GBP1.5 million contract to erect an office and laboratory shell for global biotechnology company, Genzyme Corporation.
News from ISG Jackson ( 8 April 2005)
Homes supply "worse now than when records began"
Technical Background Article New housing proposals could deliver fewer homes than ever before - since records began, Gideon Amos, Director of the housing and sustainable development campaign group the TCPA1, claimed today.
News from Town and Country Planning Association ( 8 April 2005)
CORGI Council meets to discuss gas industry issues
Over 20 members of the CORGI Council met with representatives from CORGI's Board of Directors.
News from CORGI Services ( 8 April 2005)
Woodfuel hots up in Oban
Oban will be the home of the largest woodfuel based community heating development in Britain.
News from Forestry Commission ( 7 April 2005)
ERP weld performance through quality
ERP range of welding equipment has been developed using 30 years of experience to ensure that customers benefit from reliable and professional-quality welding apparatus.
News from ERP Power Products ( 7 April 2005)
Online marketplace links up with plumbing supplies
BIGLINK.BIZ, the new online marketplace has added an extensive range of plumbing materials to its 60,000-plus product portfolio.
News from Biglink Biz (BuildSaver) ( 7 April 2005)
Bases and screeds for resin floorings and coatings
Technical Background Article Cyril Potter, Chief Chemist at Ardex UK gives details about the installation of bases and screeds for resin floorings and coatings Brochure Available
News from Ardex UK ( 7 April 2005)
LUXO - lighting in a class of its own...
User Application Article Steven Nixon Associates specified a range of luminaires from Luxo, providing a solution that is sympathetic to the environmentally sensitive design for a new school in Kent.
News from Luxo ( 7 April 2005)
HSE launches work at height regulations
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has launched a brief guide to the Work at Height Regulations.
News from Health and Safety Executive ( 7 April 2005)
Traditional build advocate Hanson at OFFSITE2005
Hanson, the UK's largest brick and block manufacturer, is developing its own unique answers to Modern Methods of Construction.
News from BRE ( 7 April 2005)
Reorganisation and team strengthening
Reorganisation and team strengthening has added extra impetus to Inviron Building Systems busy docklands M and E office.
News from Inviron ( 7 April 2005)
Financial support to Constructing Better Health
Constructing Better Health, the industry led occupational health support pilot, has welcomed recently received donations from major contractors.
News from Sypol ( 7 April 2005)
Wallingford Software International User Conference
Wallingford Software has issued a call for papers for their International User Conference 2005 to be held on 14th and 15th September in the UK.
News from Wallingford Software ( 7 April 2005)
New changeable combination padlock
New Series 1740 Mk IV padlock fitted with a reprogrammable 'eight locks in one 'Octagon Radial Pin Tumbler mechanism provides maximum protection against the unauthorised duplication of keys.
News from Camlock Systems ( 7 April 2005)
Concept house has a flexible future
User Application Article The absolute in flexible home entertainment and networking will be sampled by the family chosen to 'test drive' the David Wilson Homes Project:LIFE concept house in Sheffield.
News from Schneider Electric ( 7 April 2005)
Stage lighting that completes the tour
User Application Article Modern and attractive stage decoration featured nine multi-usage cubes, lit by the recently introduced LagoLEDDMX-i PowerLED Strips.
News from Lagotronics ( 7 April 2005)
Distech Controls awarded Outstanding Performance
Distech Controls was awarded the Outstanding Performance Award for 2004 by Echelon Corporation
News from Distech Controls ( 7 April 2005)
New Polysafe Hydro - for the wet, wet, wet!
Commercial flooring specialists Polyflor have launched the latest in a series of sheet vinyl safety floor innovations - Polysafe Hydro, for continually wet/barefoot areas.
News from Polyflor ( 7 April 2005)
Building partners
Partnerships with building control systems specialists to increase the efficiency and intelligence of commercial buildings.
News from Schneider Electric ( 7 April 2005)
Platform Lifts for International Charity
User Application Article Moveman has recently installed four platform lifts for a charity that provides a range of specialist services for disabled and disadvantaged people.
News from movemanSKG ( 7 April 2005)
Everest expands with new sales team
Everest Commercial Division has added a new sales team to the company as the business goes from strength to strength.
News from Everest ( 6 April 2005)
New solvent cement for Durapipe PVC-U pipework
Durapipe UK has launched a new, labour saving solvent cement for the Durapipe PVC-U pressure pipework system.
News from Durapipe UK ( 6 April 2005)
Forest Landscape Restoration Workshop in Brazil
Technical Background Article The Forestry Commission is the single biggest provider of public access and countryside recreation.
News from Forestry Commission ( 6 April 2005)
Norbain to address BSIA Conference at IFSEC
Ian Fowler, Technical Training Manager at Norbain SD, the UK's largest distributor of electronic security solutions, will address BSIA Conference at IFSEC on the subject: 'Quality vs Cost'
News from Norbain SD ( 6 April 2005)
Rapierstar cutting edge news
With important new developments over the coming weeks Architectural Supplies are developing new ways of keeping in touch with their customers and the marketplace.
News from Rapierstar ( 6 April 2005)
Ceramic granite facade for Stratford retail park
User Application Article Shackerley provides ceramic granite facade for Stratford's biggest retail park.
News from Shackerley (Holdings) ( 6 April 2005)
Eternit slates get a royal seal of approval
User Application Article Fibre cement slates from Eternit Building Materials have crowned a Belmont Homes development in a town long favoured by Royalty. Brochure Available
News from Marley Eternit ( 6 April 2005)
High speed mortar added to Treadfast range
Rapid strength is combined with excellent adhesion characteristics and all round flexibility to make the latest smoothing mortar from Tremco suitable for a variety of applications.
News from Tremco illbruck ( 6 April 2005)
Wavin warns against 'one product fits all' culture
Technical Background Article Subcontractors urged to review selection criteria for flood alleviation systems. Brochure Available
News from Wavin Plastics ( 6 April 2005)
Treble top with Somerset pub refurbishment
User Application Article National fit out and refurbishment specialist, Dean and Bowes, has completed an impressive hat-trick by landing three refurbishment projects for the Pioneer Pub Company in as many months.
News from ISG Dean and Bowes ( 6 April 2005)
Sentry advance into Europe
Sentry's management team advanced into Europe believing it is now time to reap the fruits from the many years successful R and D.
News from Sentry Telemetry ( 6 April 2005)
Construction Health and Safety Test
User Application Article Candidates at Staines in Surrey were among the first to sit the updated Construction Health and Safety Test.
News from ConstructionSkills ( 6 April 2005)
Free diamond saw blade - buy 2 and get 3rd free!
Encore Products are promoting their NEW economy laser welded diamond saw blades with an offer to buy two, get one free.
News from Encore Diamond ( 6 April 2005)
Businesses urged to invest in strategic thinking
Technical Background Article UK businesses need to invest more time in planning for the future in order to succeed.
News from Bibby Financial Services ( 6 April 2005)
Sited and flued for comfort and convenience
The RENO range of high-efficiency condensing water boiler packages has been hailed as being amongst the easiest on the market to install and maintain. Brochure Available
News from Johnson and Starley ( 6 April 2005)
ABB standard drives offer IP54 protection
ABB has extended the range of its IP54 protected standard drives to 110 kW from the previous maximum of 45 kW.
News from ABB ( 6 April 2005)
Helping hand to fight hand arm vibration syndrome
Technical Background Article Safetyshop lends a helping hand to fight hand arm vibration syndrome.
News from Signs and Labels ( 6 April 2005)
New interior cast stone veneers and accents
Bring the beauty and craftsmanship of Europe into your home with Modulo's new Montrachet interior cast stone veneers and accents
News from Modulo USA LLC ( 6 April 2005)
Citect provides solution Einstein building
User Application Article CitectFacilities has provided an integrated building management system to one of Germany's most prestigious buildings: the Einstein III building in Munich. Brochure Available
News from Citect ( 6 April 2005)
Institute of Acoustics to hold Workshops
The Institute of Acoustics will be holding two workshops on the consultation on proposals for transposition and implementation of the Environmental Noise Directive. Brochure Available
News from Institute of Acoustics ( 6 April 2005)
Multibeam checks out at Argos
User Application Article Multibeam, the UK's best selling cladding support system, has been used to create one of the largest distribution centres for retail giant Argos.
News from Kingspan Off-Site ( 6 April 2005)
Instarmac de-mystifies more products
Instarmac is re-branding three of its Ultra wall and floor grouting materials, as well as introducing freshly-designed and colour coded packaging.
News from Instarmac Group ( 5 April 2005)
International Barrier Technology record sales
Fire resistant building materials company reports record sales volume and record.
News from International Barrier Technology ( 5 April 2005)
Gas alarms for domestic and leisure use
SF Detection launches Z10 series of gas alarms for domestic and leisure use
News from Honeywell Analytics ( 5 April 2005)
Integrated consumer electronics in the home
Technical Background Article Developers and installers would do well to sit up and take notice of the recent growth in the trend for integrated consumer electronics in the home.
News from Schneider Electric ( 5 April 2005)
HSE taking designers to site
Health and Safety Executive construction inspectors will again 'Take a Designer to Site', continuing the campaign to reduce incidents involving falls from height in the construction industry.
News from Health and Safety Executive ( 5 April 2005)
Totty Building Services additional University work
User Application Article Totty Building Services, the special projects division of Totty Construction, has negotiated a further contract at The University of Manchester's Stopford Building.
News from ISG Totty ( 5 April 2005)
Waste heat from telecomms equipment to heat home
User Application Article Specially-adapted Honeywell controls enable waste heat from telecomms equipment to heat home in former water tower
News from Honeywell Control Systems ( 5 April 2005)
New anti-ligature hardware for Sapa window system
New hardware introduced on Sapa Building Systems' Dualframe Vertical Sliding Window combines ease of operation with anti-ligature design.
News from Sapa Building Systems ( 5 April 2005)
New factory benefits from system Ardex
User Application Article Perfect flooring system solution for a large new food manufacturing facility in Suffolk Brochure Available
News from Ardex UK ( 5 April 2005)
Atkins one of top UK companies to work for
Atkins, the multi-disciplined engineering consultancy, with Scottish offices in Aberdeen, Glasgow and Edinburgh, was named one of the UK's 10 Best Big Companies To Work For.
News from Atkins Design Environment & Engineering ( 5 April 2005)
Ecophon DOT gives a glare free light
Inspired by the concepts of light and space, leading ceiling manufacturer Ecophon have launched DOT louvres. Brochure Available
News from Ecophon ( 5 April 2005)
Kopex specialist conduit solutions
The new Kopex International 2005 Price List covers the company's complete ranges of metallic and non-metallic conduit and accessories.
News from Kopex International ( 5 April 2005)
People in the UK would like to lead greener lives
Technical Background Article EST is urging the building industry to meet consumer demand and put energy efficiency first.
News from Energy Saving Trust (EST) ( 5 April 2005)
Revised Construction Health and Safety Test
Candidates at Staines in Surrey were among the first to sit the updated Construction Health and Safety Test, launched today.
News from ConstructionSkills ( 5 April 2005)
Promotion at Camlock Systems
Camlock Systems has strengthened its technical field based team with the promotion of Tim Parsons to the position of Southern Area Sales Executive.
News from Camlock Systems ( 5 April 2005)
ATEX transmitters, sensors, housings - and PED
Mettler Toledo's InTrac retractable housings and InFit stationary housings are the first to be fully compliant with ATEX guideline 94/9/EC Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo ( 5 April 2005)
Camlock and Comproom foil computer thieves
Legsafe, a specialist computer security solution that both stores and secures a computer base unit underneath the work unit, freeing up space on the surface.
News from Camlock Systems ( 5 April 2005)
Polymers in Construction - new Rapra Handbook
Rapra's new Handbook of Polymers in Construction provides a wealth of information - giving insight to newcomers to the industry and to personnel already working in the construction sector.
News from Smithers Rapra ( 5 April 2005)
CodeBook goes Online with SpaceStation
News of the release of CodeBook SpaceStation - web-enabled software to transform the way healthcare architects manage their data.
News from C A Design Services ( 5 April 2005)
Disabled Access Lift installed at historic church
User Application Article Britannia Lift has installed an Ascenta disabled access lift at St Mary's church at Beaminster in Dorset.
News from Britannia Lift ( 5 April 2005)
Solving the cigarette smoke problem
User Application Article Venues are solving the cigarette smoke problem by replacing inefficient air cleaners.
News from Inn-House Technology ( 5 April 2005)
Sheet laminate products for rainwater applications
Corus Colorsteels has expanded its Aquatite range of sheet laminate products for rainwater applications - with the launch of Aquatite TPO. Brochure Available
News from Corus Colorsteels ( 5 April 2005)
Max Climber 4400P Passenger Hoist System
Designed to minimize waiting time and increase productivity Beta Max, a leading provider of affordable material lifting solutions, introduces its new Max Climber 4400P Passenger Hoist System.
News from Beta Max Hoist ( 5 April 2005)
Assuring the integrity of industrial fasteners
SCANA UK has launched truload, marking a significant advance in the world of industrial fasteners.
News from Scana UK ( 5 April 2005)
Corporate Combat on the agenda
Corporate Combat on the agenda as sales guru speaks at top seminar
News from Document Genie ( 5 April 2005)
Reliable way to cut building management costs
CitectFacilties V6 integrates building features such as climate, lighting, security, electrical distribution, fire detection, lifts and other systems, and to control and monitor them centrally. Brochure Available
News from Citect ( 5 April 2005)
Plan-London shines at awards ceremony
Plan-London the specialist provider of Floor Plans, Lease Plans and Premises Licence Plans has been awarded "Company of the Year" at the inaugural Lewisham Business awards.
News from Plan-London ( 5 April 2005)
Flexible VNO model ideal for construction sites
User Application Article Sirocom, the global Virtual Network Operator, has signed a contract with Rok Property Solutions plc, to supply up to 400 of their UK building sites with a fully managed high-speed MPLS network.
News from Sirocom ( 5 April 2005)
Liquid Sikafloor for Water Tower home
User Application Article An innovative flooring system from Sika-Armorex, has been used in one of the most fascinating property conversion projects carried out in the UK in recent years.
News from Sika ( 5 April 2005)
Natural ventilation for Gatwick passengers
User Application Article IAC provides natural ventilation for Gatwick passengers.
News from Industrial Acoustics Company (IAC) ( 4 April 2005)
Acoustic doors shield LSO from traffic noise
User Application Article IAC's acoustic doors shield London Symphony Orchestra from traffic noise.
News from Industrial Acoustics Company (IAC) ( 4 April 2005)
Charrette process improves buildings
Technical Background Article Experts from the USA and the UK will explain the use of charrettes in improving building and community design at a seminar in London on 24 May 2005.
News from BRE ( 4 April 2005)
New British Standard for sprinkler systems
Technical Background Article British Standards Institution (BSI) announce the release of a brand new British Standard - BS 9251:2005 Sprinkler systems for residential and domestic occupancies.
News from BSI British Standards ( 4 April 2005)
Construction Healthy Handling 2005 results
Technical Background Article Health and Safety Executive (HSE) construction inspectors issued 214 enforcement notices across Great Britain during the March 2005 Healthy Handling blitz.
News from Health and Safety Executive ( 4 April 2005)
IAC 6m-high acoustic doors steal the show
User Application Article IAC of Winchester, has designed and manufactured their largest-ever Z frame acoustic steel doors - 6 metres high! - for a UK university auditorium.
News from Industrial Acoustics Company (IAC) ( 4 April 2005)
BSI new Publicly Available Specification (PAS).
Technical Background Article British Standards Institution (BSI) is pleased to announce the release of a brand new, ground-breaking Publicly Available Specification (PAS).
News from BSI British Standards ( 4 April 2005)
MacRoberts winner at top European legal awards
MacRoberts became the only Scottish firm to win an accolade at the highly prestigious International Financial Law Review European Awards Ceremony at the Savoy in London.
News from MacRoberts Solicitors ( 4 April 2005)
New energy efficient submersible pump
Obart launch new energy efficient Omni submersible pump for narrow sumps
News from Obart Pumps ( 4 April 2005)
New award for young acousticians
The Institute of Acoustics announce the launch of the biennial 'Young Person's Award for Innovation in Acoustical Engineering'. Brochure Available
News from Institute of Acoustics ( 4 April 2005)
Acoustics award goes public
The Institute of Acoustics (IOA) announce a new Award for Promoting Acoustics to the Public. Brochure Available
News from Institute of Acoustics ( 4 April 2005)
Brantano put their best foot forward with Ardex
User Application Article Brantano Footwear, requiring a flooring refurbishment for their Leeds superstore, turned to leading manufacturer of premium quality flooring systems ARDEX UK. Brochure Available
News from Ardex UK ( 4 April 2005)
VSD technology to be unveiled at Fire Expo
D-Tec is using the International Fire Expo at the NEC to unveil its latest ground-breaking technology, the new FireVu IP-based system for remote continuous fire monitoring.
News from DTec Video Smoke Detection Systems ( 4 April 2005)
Infinium re-defined movable walls
Infinium Architectural Walls launches "Uni-Mountable, Press-Fit" interior office wall system
News from Infinium Architectural Wall Systems ( 4 April 2005)
GB Environmental - playing the generation game
Technical Background Article The introduction of 'second generation' UV germicidal barrier technology by GB Environmental.
News from GB Environmental ( 4 April 2005)
Seminar Series on Water System Design
Millipore will host a seminar series on Water System Design for Architects, Engineers and Facility Managers. Brochure Available
News from Millipore ( 4 April 2005)
Aspirating detector tackles tricky applications
In large areas containing obstructions or enclosures, a new unit from wide-area detection specialist Fire Fighting Enterprises can be used.
News from Fire Fighting Enterprises ( 4 April 2005)
ABB appointment supports energy-saving customers
ABB has appointed Ian Allan as Industry Manager for Energy, with the aim of stimulating energy efficiency among customers using ABB motors and drives in industrial applications and building services.
News from ABB ( 4 April 2005)
Intelligent solid-state lighting systems
Color Kinetics facilitates adoption of intelligent solid-state lighting with new OEM product offerings
News from Color Kinetics ( 4 April 2005)
Structure cabling system for hospital
User Application Article Tyco Electronics supplies AMP NETCONNECT structure cabling system to University Hospital of North Staffordshire. Brochure Available
News from Tyco Electronics/AMP NETCONNECT Division ( 4 April 2005)
Lumileds shatters performance records
Technical Background Article Luxeon III emitters reduce the cost of semiconductor-based lighting per lumen, and simultaneously save space, by reducing the number of emitters required to produce a given light output.
News from Lumileds Lighting Netherlands B.V. ( 4 April 2005)
Housing partnership puts safety first
User Application Article The South Norfolk Housing Partnership is embarking on installation programmes to fit Ei smoke and CO alarms from Aico into its properties.
News from Aico ( 4 April 2005)
Distech Controls obtains ISO Certification
Distech Controls, manufacturer of the EasyControls building automation solution, announced it obtained ISO 9001:2000 certification.
News from Distech Controls ( 4 April 2005)
First NVR with 3 year onsite warranty
Quadrox introduces the first WebCCTV NVR on the security market with 3 year onsite warranty.
News from Quadrox ( 4 April 2005)
Glass role in modern building design
Alco Beldan specialist glazing design solutions for both contemporary and traditional building styles
News from Alco Beldan ( 4 April 2005)
Sika Decking for Bedford Secure Car Park
User Application Article Specialist car park decking systems from Sika have recently been used in the refurbishment of Lurke St Multi-Storey car park in Bedford.
News from Sika ( 4 April 2005)
Jakoustic Barriers - more than just a fence
Jacksons Fencing launched revolutionary acoustic barrier system that offers excellent protection against noise pollution, whilst looking more attractive than most highway fencing designs.
News from H S Jackson and Son (Fencing) ( 4 April 2005)
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