News releases on Buildingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 2 April
to Saturday 8 April 2006
Marley Eternit roofing is a beacon in the park
User Application Article Fibre cement profiled sheeting from Marley Eternit has helped architects Lacey Hickie Caley convert an award-winning dairy barn in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Brochure Available
News from Marley Eternit ( 7 April 2006)
Extec and Caterpillar in £20 million joint venture
Extec Screens and Crushers announce a joint venture with Caterpillar.
News from Extec Screens and Crushers ( 7 April 2006)
Ex-Or lights up Clifton Suspension Bridge
User Application Article Sophisticated lighting control from Ex-Or is at the heart of one of the most spectacular lighting displays of 2006 - the relit Clifton Suspension Bridge which marks an historic 200th anniversary.
News from Ex-Or ( 7 April 2006)
EAG expands workforce
English Architectural Glazing has expanded its sales and estimating team with the appointment of Estimator, Peter Smith and Leigh Fletcher, Sales Manager - Fire Rated Products.
News from English Architectural Glazing ( 7 April 2006)
'A' rated energy efficient double glazed window
Edgetech announce that Tradelink has manufactured the UK's first double glazed 'A' rated window using the leading warm edge technology Super Spacer.
News from Edgetech ( 7 April 2006)
Senator Windows BFRC C rating on casement windows
User Application Article Edgetech customer Senator Windows is the first manufacturer in Southern Ireland to achieve a BFRC C rating on its casement windows.
News from Edgetech ( 7 April 2006)
West Country Windows has passed EN1279 Part 3
User Application Article Fabricator West Country Windows has passed EN1279 Part 3 just a few months after passing Part 2
News from Edgetech ( 7 April 2006)
Tyco Electronics infrastructure management system
User Application Article Tyco Electronics supplies intelligent infrastructure management system to Belfast City Hospital. Brochure Available
News from Tyco Electronics/AMP NETCONNECT Division ( 7 April 2006)
Florfilm self-adhesive protection film
Florfilm is fast becoming on e of the most popular temporary protection materials in the UK
News from Florboard ( 7 April 2006)
Euro Design Solutions heritage plaster restoration
Euro Design Solutions announce that Dusko Jankovic B.A.has joined will head up the Plaster Restoration Department.
News from Euro Design Studio ( 7 April 2006)
Global launch of new marine fasteners
Technical Background Article BigHead has introduced a marine version of the range, made exclusively in 316S11 stainless steel.
News from Bighead Bonding Fasteners ( 7 April 2006)
GRP gallops into the 21st century
GRP Structures production output has increased by almost 150% over the last six months.
News from GRP Structures ( 7 April 2006)
Put fire out safely: portable fire extinguishers
Technical Background Article Bristish Fire Consortium discuss portable fire extinguisher selection and correct application.
News from British Fire Consortium ( 7 April 2006)
Durapipe UK makes a splash at Mountford Park
User Application Article Durapipe ABS pipework has been installed in a new state-of-the-art swimming pool complex in Manukau City, Auckland, New Zealand.
News from Durapipe UK ( 7 April 2006)
Demolition of water tank and rooftop units
User Application Article Dallas Contracting completes demolition of water tank and rooftop units.
News from Dallas Contracting ( 7 April 2006)
CIRIA contaminated land solutions on show
CIRIA showcase at the UK's biggest forum for regeneration and renewal, the International Clean Up (ICU) 2006 exhibition. Brochure Available
News from CIRIA ( 7 April 2006)
Unique 3D visualisation will bring Holbeck to life
User Application Article Visitors to Holbeck Urban Village consultation -"What Kind of Place" - will be able to experience a virtual tour of the whole 62 acre site thanks to digital urban visualisation specialists AMT3D.
News from AMT3D ( 7 April 2006)
Planit Eod at International Clean Up (ICU 2006)
Planit Eod is featuring their range of Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) risk assessment, site investigation, survey and clearance services at this year's International Clean Up (ICU 2006)
News from Planit Eod ( 7 April 2006)
AKCP enhances their Linux Platform
AKCP enhances their Linux Platform with Streaming Video Recording, WiFi, SMS, advanced Syslog Filtering and more great new features.
News from AKCP ( 7 April 2006)
Case for stronger drainage infrastructure
Technical Background Article Climate change threat underscores case for stronger drainage infrastructure .
News from Chartered Institute of Building [CIOB] ( 7 April 2006)
Flooding risks of climate change
Technical Background Article Infrastructure foresight needed to face flooding risks of climate change.
News from Chartered Institute of Building [CIOB] ( 7 April 2006)
CIOB report on work-related stress
Technical Background Article Construction needs to acknowledge work-related stress - CIOB report.
News from Chartered Institute of Building [CIOB] ( 7 April 2006)
No resolution yet to enable Freedom Tower start
Technical Background Article No way forward has been found for a resolution of the dispute that is holding up a start on construction of New York City's Freedom Tower on the site of the former World Trade Center.
News from Chartered Institute of Building [CIOB] ( 7 April 2006)
Safer construction for public sector
Technical Background Article Olympics 'ideal chance' to demonstrate safer construction for public sector.
News from Chartered Institute of Building [CIOB] ( 7 April 2006)
Ingersoll Rand at SED
Ingersoll Rand will be at the Site Equipment Demonstration [SED] show demonstrating a variety of products.
News from Ingersoll-Rand ( 7 April 2006)
Tyco Integrated Systems help Kent Police
User Application Article Tyco Integrated Systems provides Kent Police with 'Bluebird' CCTV-based Border Control and Integrated Vehicle Intelligence Enforcement system.
News from Tyco Traffic & Transportation ( 7 April 2006)
Millfield launches standard building products
Increasing demand from the housing industry for standard GRP (glass reinforced plastic) building products, particularly dormers and door canopies.
News from Millfield FRP ( 7 April 2006)
Lean manufacturing for rich pickings
IAC's European manufacturing capabilities have increased considerably over the past two years, and by 100% in France.
News from Industrial Acoustics Company (IAC) ( 7 April 2006)
Concert greats benefit from IAC door technology
User Application Article Ten IAC Acoustic Door Sets are to grace the Royal Festival Hall on London's South Bank in part of the South Bank's 2-year multimillion pound refit that is now well underway.
News from Industrial Acoustics Company (IAC) ( 7 April 2006)
Blast barriers boom at leading Spanish airports
Blast barriers business is booming for IAC Stopson in Spain, with orders coming in from Valencia, Zaragoza and Malaga airports totalling nearly 1M Euros.
News from Industrial Acoustics Company (IAC) ( 7 April 2006)
New acoustics reference tool now on free CD
IAC Acoustics Reference tool is now available on a free CD, for maximum versatility and portability.
News from Industrial Acoustics Company (IAC) ( 7 April 2006)
IAC gmbH - new structure, new strategy
IAC's German company, IAC gmbH, is now on course to go for greater market share in the noise control market in Germany and Eastern Europe.
News from Industrial Acoustics Company (IAC) ( 7 April 2006)
'Moduline': IAC patented modular build system.
User Application Article Three Audiology Test Rooms at the Central Middlesex Hospital constructed using 'Moduline': IAC's patented modular build system.
News from Industrial Acoustics Company (IAC) ( 7 April 2006)
Petershill contract for Clark Contracts
User Application Article £3.3 million construction contract has been awarded by the Petershill Community Initiative in Springburn, Glasgow to Clark Contracts.
News from Clark Contracts ( 7 April 2006)
New Bobcat loaders and excavators at SED
Bobcat will be showing new excavators, skid-steers, compact tracked loaders, telehandlers, utility vehicles anda new range of articulated wheeled loaders at SED. Brochure Available
News from Bobcat ( 7 April 2006)
Careless architects must bear cost of mistakes
Technical Background Article Architects, surveyors, engineers and other professional consultants must be made to bear costs related to errors in their designs says Professor Michael Benfield.
News from Benfield ATT ( 7 April 2006)
Robust Detail system for beam and block floors
Regupol E48 from CMS Acoustic Solutions achieves first Robust Detail for Part E compliant beam and block floors.
News from CMS Acoustics ( 7 April 2006)
Jackson Building Services goes shopping
User Application Article Jackson Building Services secures a £720K project with Morley Fund Management, at the Gateway Retail Park in Beckton, London.
News from ISG Jackson ( 7 April 2006)
Vivid colours from the Polyflor XL PU range
User Application Article Vivid colours from the Polyflor XL PU range of lower maintenance heavy duty sheet vinyl flooring have been used to create a sweeping "sky, sea and sand" theme in a school dining room.
News from Polyflor ( 7 April 2006)
GSE contract for Folkestone regeneration project
User Application Article GSE Building and Civil Engineering has been awarded the contract to undertake the groundworks and concrete frame for the new Bouverie Place shopping complex being built in Folkestone.
News from GSE Building & Civil Engineering ( 7 April 2006)
Building a future that works for students
User Application Article GSE Design and Build construction of a new £1.2m vocational building at Thamesview School in Gravesend, Kent.
News from GSE Design & Build ( 7 April 2006)
Construction industry accounting made easy
Mardak Accounts is a fully integrated set of financial management modules created specifically for the construction industry. Brochure Available
News from Mardak ( 7 April 2006)
Free CIS Changes for 2007
Mardak will be supplying the 2007 CIS changes automatically as part of its standard annual support. Brochure Available
News from Mardak ( 7 April 2006)
Mardak Users first anniversary
User Application Article Users write about their first year experience with Mardak Accounts, a fully integrated set of financial management modules created specifically for the construction industry. Brochure Available
News from Mardak ( 7 April 2006)
Ceilings driven by aesthetics at Saab
User Application Article Aesthetics were the main criteria of the ceiling specification in a Saab showroom in Suffolk, resulting in the installation of Rockfon Sonar.
News from Rockfon ( 7 April 2006)
Rockfon Ceilings 'the contractors choice'
User Application Article Tapper Interiors from Banbury recently specified and installed over 4000 sq m of Rockfon Pacific suspended ceiling system for a BMW Showroom in Solihull.
News from Rockfon ( 7 April 2006)
Rockfon Sonar top class for hygiene and acoustics
User Application Article Combination of two ceiling systems from Rockfon has been specified to meet the dual requirements of acoustic and hygiene performance at a secondary school.
News from Rockfon ( 7 April 2006)
Ardex industrial floor system superb performance
UK's leading flooring contractors continue to team up with ARDEX UK as their preferred supplier for fast track industrial flooring systems. Brochure Available
News from Ardex UK ( 6 April 2006)
Look out for the Installerlive truck across UK
The InstallerLive truck is now on the road and will be visiting many of the CORGI Installer Events held this year.
News from InstallerLive ( 6 April 2006)
Installerlive truck on roads across UK
The InstallerLive truck is now on the road and will be visiting many of the CORGI Installer Events held this year.
News from CORGI Services ( 6 April 2006)
Norbain security solution for Baxters store
User Application Article Baxters chose the Blue Rock Security Group and a range of security solutions from Norbain SD to provide security systems to cover their flagship store.
News from Norbain SD ( 6 April 2006)
British Paralympic Association boosted by Gerflor
User Application Article Leading sports flooring specialist, Gerflor, has selected the British Paralympic Association as the chosen charity which will benefit from all sorts of fundraising activities in 2006. Brochure Available
News from Gerflor ( 6 April 2006)
BIW Technologies 'building' entrepreneur award
BIW Technologies has won the 'Entrepreneur of the Year' award in the industry's 2006 'Oscars': the Building Awards.
News from BIW Technologies ( 6 April 2006)
PEO companies for human resource solutions
Technical Background Article Construction companies turn to PEO companies for human resource solutions.
News from PML Worldwide ( 6 April 2006)
Manufacturers share innovation to compete
Technical Background Article How UK manufacturers can use innovation and advanced manufacturing techniques to compete against the low cost economies of the Far East.
News from Manufacturing Institute ( 6 April 2006)
Best online service at the Recruiter 2006 Awards
JobsGroup.net, the niche online recruitment network, has won Best Online Service Award at the Recruiter 2006 Awards for Excellence.
News from JobsGroup.net ( 6 April 2006)
Wireless remote control home locking system
ZapKey has just released details of its new innovative Centry state of the art wireless remote control home locking system.
News from ZapKey ( 6 April 2006)
Corus drives safety forward
Corus Vetex steel barrier system, a pioneering development in highway safety barriers. Brochure Available
News from Corus CEP ( 6 April 2006)
Conference programme for GeoDrilling 2006
Mining Communications the publishers of GeoDrilling International and Tunnelling and Trenchless Construction announce the conference programme for GeoDrilling 2006.
News from Mining Communications ( 6 April 2006)
Wrought iron and steelwork manufacturing facility
Stick-it South UK now has a complete wrought iron and steelwork manufacturing facility.
News from Stick-it South UK ( 6 April 2006)
D-Tec Firevu video smoke detection success
Since launching its new camera-based FireVu VSD - video smoke detection - system last year, the number of D-Tec's installations around the world has continued to grow.
News from DTec Video Smoke Detection Systems ( 6 April 2006)
D-Tec fact file camera-based fire detection
D-Tec is the world's leading exponent of camera-based fire detection, sometimes referred to as VSD or Video Smoke Detection.
News from DTec Video Smoke Detection Systems ( 6 April 2006)
New Director of Training Services for Wallingford
Wallingford Software has appointed Nikki Beckom, a qualified engineer to head up the company's new training division based in Fort Worth, Texas.
News from Wallingford Software ( 6 April 2006)
TreeStations: recycling waste wood into green fuel
BioRegional Development Group establish one of the UK's first TreeStations, where tree surgery waste is processed into fuel suitable for use in wood chip boilers to provide heating.
News from BioRegional Development Group ( 6 April 2006)
Bespoke on-line management technology
Global, a new web-based Fire Risk Assessment management system, specifically tailored to support the Fire Safety Manager within a multi-site organisation.
News from Chubb ( 6 April 2006)
Worcester Bosch wins IIP status
Worcester, part of the Bosch Group, has been awarded the prestigious Investors In People status from the Learning and Skills Council. Brochure Available
News from Worcester Bosch Group ( 6 April 2006)
Hat-trick of contract wins for Hi-Tec Spray
User Application Article Hi-Tec Spray's regional centre at Southampton has supplied specialist shot blasting and paint spray equipment used in major bridge repair and improvement projects in Britain.
News from Hi-Tec Spray ( 6 April 2006)
Ceramic granite on Shackerley stand at Interbuild.
Shackerley will focus heavily on ceramic granite, an attractive, versatile and exceptionally hardwearing construction material, at Interbuild this year.
News from Shackerley (Holdings) ( 6 April 2006)
New low cost economy ramp from Thorworld
Load more for your money with the new low cost economy ramp from Thorworld.
News from Thorworld Industries ( 6 April 2006)
Totty completes nursery care centre at Overthorpe
User Application Article Totty Building Services has successfully completed a £930K project to create a new nursery care centre at Overthorpe C of E primary school in Dewsbury.
News from ISG Totty ( 6 April 2006)
Formica limited launches MFC collection
Formica launches MFC collection in partnership with Unilin Decor
News from Formica ( 6 April 2006)
Demand for Rosewood foiled PVC-UE boards
Kestrel Building Products is responding to growing demand for its Rosewood foiled PVC-UE boards by launching 14 new products to complete a comprehensive range. Brochure Available
News from Kestrel-BCE ( 6 April 2006)
Spring showers from Bathroom Heaven
Bathroom Heaven display some stunning pieces from its current range of shower enclosures.
News from Bathroom Heaven ( 6 April 2006)
More flexibility and more choice with Super Rod
Super Rod have added flexibility and increased content to the Cable Rod range for no additional cost.
News from Super Rod ( 6 April 2006)
PfS schools design and build national framework
PfS is procuring a national framework for the design, build and construction of academies and other BSF educational facilities.
News from Partnerships for Schools ( 6 April 2006)
Part L air tightness test 'not difficult to pass'
Technical Background Article Compulsory airtightness test required under the revised Part L building regulations will not be too onerous for builders and developers aiming to achieve the pass rate.
News from Chiltern Dynamics ( 6 April 2006)
Light Tape electroluminescent lighting systems
Lighting Light Tape UK is a new company that has been specifically inaugurated to exclusively market Light Tape electroluminescent lighting systems.
News from Light Tape UK ( 6 April 2006)
Terreal Piterak Modenature terracotta cladding
Terreal of France has launched Piterak Modenature - a range of terracotta cladding modules for use in facades.
News from Terreal ( 6 April 2006)
Major export boost for BSK
Continually increasing overseas demands for specialist protective, barrier and insulating laminates and membranes for the construction industry
News from BSK Materials ( 6 April 2006)
Impress your bank manager with EstimatorXpress
User Application Article Property developers and builders who use the estimating software EstimatorXpress have impressed their bank managers.
News from HBXL ( 6 April 2006)
Builders set to enjoy cost planning revolution
User Application Article Thanks to a unique knowledgebase software program, ProjectWinner, cost planning times have already been slashed for many MandE contractors.
News from Vixen Software Solutions ( 6 April 2006)
New manual on Construction Health and Safety
The European Construction Institute launched a manual on Construction Health and Safety in developing countries
News from European Construction Institute ( 6 April 2006)
CIOB/CIH meeting the skills gap
Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) and the Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) developing new qualifications for technical staff operating within the Social Housing Sector.
News from Chartered Institute of Building [CIOB] ( 6 April 2006)
Questions answered about bamboo flooring
Technical Background Article Thai Supply looks at the practicalities of bamboo flooring.
News from Thai Supply ( 5 April 2006)
People like cast stone according to IPSOS
New survey has revealed how much profit housebuilders could make by using cast stone to enhance their properties.
News from UK Cast Stone Association ( 5 April 2006)
New appointment strenghtens Durapipe UK
Durapipe UK has appointed Simon Merckel as national sales manager for its industrial division to strengthen its position within this sector.
News from Durapipe UK ( 5 April 2006)
Kopex conduit gains third party certification
Kopex International have gained third party certification from the BSI (British Standards Institution), making them fully compliant with the new International standard IEC 61386 (BS EN 61386).
News from Kopex International ( 5 April 2006)
Acrilex distribution and fabrication capabilities
Acrilex producers and distributors of high-end custom-colored acrylics, announces its expanded capabilities in the areas of custom fabrication and distribution.
News from Acrilex ( 5 April 2006)
Autodesk completes acquisition of Constructware
Acquisition will increase collaborative project management offerings from Autodesk and offer building and construction customers enhanced on-demand project management solutions. Brochure Available
News from Autodesk ( 5 April 2006)
Masterframe flourishes at Ecobuild
Masterbuild Windows were the only PVC-U window manufacturer at Ecobuild.
News from Masterframe Windows ( 5 April 2006)
Banaglaze and PandP Glass cash in on Kitemarks
Two Bygone Preferred Installers, Banaglaze and PandP Glass, have achieved BSI Kitemark status for the survey and installation of windows and doors.
News from Masterframe Windows ( 5 April 2006)
FAG Motion Guard series from Schaeffler
Motion Guard Concept 6 from Schaeffler (UK) is an intelligent lubrication system which can be used for either single or multi-point lubrication. Brochure Available
News from Schaeffler (UK) ( 5 April 2006)
Hexis new blue liner
Hexis blue release liner for their white intermediate and high performance self-adhesive graphic vinyl makes weeding faster and easier.
News from Hexis S.A. ( 5 April 2006)
HSS Hire joins Nectar for Business as new sponsor
Nectar for Business, the loyalty programme for small businesses, announce that HSS Hire, the UK's largest tool and equipment hire chain is joining as a new sponsor.
News from HSS Hire ( 5 April 2006)
Scrubs revolutionizing hand cleaning hygiene
Scrubs Hand Cleaner Towels, provide effective hand cleaning where ever you are working, at your work place or on the road, and are revolutionizing hand cleaning hygiene.
News from Magnaflux ( UK ) ( 5 April 2006)
FAG Spherical roller bearings from Schaeffler
FAG Spherical roller bearings from Schaeffler (UK) for use in vibrating screens now provide an even longer service life. Brochure Available
News from Schaeffler (UK) ( 5 April 2006)
Noby 220 fire control panel
Noby unveil new concept in fire control panel design, the Noby 220, which offers all the benefits of a full-featured professional fire control panel.
News from Noby UK ( 5 April 2006)
Aranovus asbestos roof refurbishment
Aranovus system specifically developed to offer an environmentally sympathetic solution to the growing problem of 'end-of-life' asbestos cement roofs.
News from Aranovus ( 5 April 2006)
Pexatherm underfloor heating
Pexatherm underfloor heating reduces installation costs.
News from IPPEC Systems ( 5 April 2006)
Colour coding regulations mandatory
Advance Tapes International, manufacturer of the UK's market leading electrical tape, AT7, highlights the importance of changing to a compliant and safe tape now.
News from Advance Tapes International ( 5 April 2006)
NO-DIG goes Down Under in 2006
Grants available for UK Companies to attend this year's No-Dig Conference and Exhibition being held in Brisbane, Australia.
News from No-Dig Conferences and Exhibitions ( 5 April 2006)
New website for NO-DIG LIVE and PIPELINES 2006
Organisers of NO-DIG LIVE 2006 and PIPELINES 2006 Exhibition have announced the launch of a new website.
News from No-Dig Conferences and Exhibitions ( 5 April 2006)
Major Event for Utility and Energy markets
UTILITY LIVE 2006 forges links with NO-DIG LIVE 2006 and PIPELINES 2006
News from No-Dig Conferences and Exhibitions ( 5 April 2006)
SolidWorks Education Edition software
User Application Article One of Denmark's largest engineering colleges to prepare students for professional careers with SolidWorks Education Edition software
News from SolidWorks Corporation ( 5 April 2006)
Arrow Valves launch telescopic hose union
Arrow Valves have launched 'Conceal-A-Tap', a hose union tap which can be recessed into any thickness of wall.
News from Arrow Valves ( 5 April 2006)
Dreamwall: wallcoverings with a difference
Dreamwall, wall specialists via mail order, announce the opening of the first Dreamwall showroom.
News from Dreamwall ( 5 April 2006)
'Nesting Syndrome' spend on building work
Technical Background Article Pregnant women in the UK spend £1/2 billion on building work annually according to the latest survey by TrustMark.
News from TrustMark ( 5 April 2006)
Kubota 'anti-theft' system halts mini theft
Potential thief who tried to steal an almost-new Kubota mini excavator was foiled because of its unique key-based 'anti-theft' system.
News from Kubota (UK) ( 5 April 2006)
Taking steps to avoid slips
Technical Background Article CIRIA's new guidance Safer surfaces to walk on - reducing the risks of slips provides advice to clients, designers, managers and others. Brochure Available
News from CIRIA ( 5 April 2006)
Cryogenically-treated tungsten from Diamond Ground
Diamond Ground Products introduce Cryo-T tungsten electrodes, a revolutionary advance in tungsten electrode technology.
News from Diamond Ground Products ( 5 April 2006)
Revitalising Health and Safety 2006
A one-day ICE (Institution of Civil Engineers) Conference in association with CECA (Civil Engineering Contractors Association).
News from Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) ( 5 April 2006)
US science group buys Rapra Technology
The Smithers Group, an independent testing, consulting and contract research organization based in the US, announced today that it had closed a deal to purchase UK company Rapra Technology.
News from Smithers Rapra ( 5 April 2006)
Vandal resistant TBS Touch Sensitive Switch.
Videx Security introduces the vandal resistant XPR TBS Touch Sensitive Switch. Brochure Available
News from Videx Security ( 5 April 2006)
London 2012 Games talks with Beijing
London 2012 completed a series of venue visits and high level discussions on Olympic and Paralympic Games planning, with senior Beijing 2008 Olympic organisers.
News from London 2012 Games ( 5 April 2006)
Graphical humidity / temperature chart recorder
Extech Instruments announces its new humidity and temperature chart recorder, Model RH520.
News from Extech Instruments ( 5 April 2006)
Mapei introduces MAPELAY to the UK market
MAPELAY is a fibreglass-reinforced PVC waterproofing and isolating sheet, for the internal laying of resilient and textile flooring on cracked or particularly dirty or damp substrates.
News from Snugs Flooring Materials & Tools ( 4 April 2006)
Bobcat Loader helps RNLI to save lives
User Application Article New Bobcat T250 compact tracked loader is helping the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) to save lives at sea off the coast of North East England. Brochure Available
News from Bobcat ( 4 April 2006)
Coe updates on London 2012 early progress
London 2012 Chairman Sebastian Coe reported to Olympic Committees from around the world on London 2012's early progress on the 2012 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games.
News from London 2012 Games ( 4 April 2006)
Ground-breaking eco-building in London
User Application Article Ground-breaking eco-building in London uses geothermal heating and energy saving extraction fans from Airtech to create the ultimate low cost healthy living environment.
News from Airtech Enviromental Systems ( 3 April 2006)
Opaque and transparent render beads tests
Renderplas, the originators of UK manufactured PVCu beads, have conducted tests to evaluate whether semi-clear beads can compliment through-colour renders. Brochure Available
News from Renderplas ( 3 April 2006)
Renderplas support for Burnley College students
Renderplas announce its continued sponsorship of plastering students at Burnley College, Lancashire. Brochure Available
News from Renderplas ( 3 April 2006)
Construction faces CIS compliance minefield
Technical Background Article Bibby Financial Services is advising construction firms to get their financial paperwork in order to make the transition to the new online system stress free.
News from Bibby Financial Services ( 3 April 2006)
Load cell and strain gauge amplification
Technical Background Article The SY038 is a new product from Synectic Design offering a universal design for load cell and strain gauge amplification.
News from Synectic Design ( 3 April 2006)
New forestry commissioners appointed
The Queen has appointed two new members to the Board of Forestry Commissioners, who oversee the work of the Forestry Commission on behalf of the Government.
News from Forestry Commission ( 3 April 2006)
LA benefit from in2 no-dig pipe replacement system
User Application Article Through use of the new in2 no-dig pipe replacement service, Dyno-Rod has provided a local authority with major time and money savings when replacing damaged sewerage pipes. Brochure Available
News from Dyno-Rod ( 3 April 2006)
Comms hub protected with PowerWAVE 9000 series UPS
User Application Article Wolseley UK protects its new communications hub with PowerWAVE 9000 series UPS
News from Uninterruptible Power Supplies ( 3 April 2006)
TRADA 'road show' reaches South-West
As part of the successful series of 'TRADA in the Regions' events, Snows Timber will be the main sponsor of the next informal evening.
News from TRADA Technology ( 3 April 2006)
New scheme meets construction needs
New initiative to address the skills needs of the construction industry and provide employment opportunities for local people is to be launched on Merseyside.
News from Construction for Merseyside ( 3 April 2006)
CPD Online: 'Steel Lintels - The Definitive Guide'
Keystone Lintels, the leading manufacturer of steel lintels in the UK and Ireland, is the first and only Steel Lintel manufacturer to offer RIBA-accredited CPD online.
News from Keystone Lintels ( 3 April 2006)
New Raychem underfloor heating handbook
A new free 32 page handbook from Tyco Thermal Controls provides a comprehensive insight into the complete range of Raychem electrical underfloor heating systems .
News from Tyco Thermal Controls ( 3 April 2006)
New heavy-duty fire door operator from Abloy
Abloy Security has launched a new heavy-duty door operator, which has been specially designed for use in high density pedestrian traffic areas. Brochure Available
News from Abloy UK ( 3 April 2006)
Energy saving ventilation products
Key appointment at Airtech Environmental Systems will focus on developing sales of energy saving ventilation products in social housing.
News from Airtech Enviromental Systems ( 3 April 2006)
Computer simulation ensures comfort in pavilion
User Application Article ZWP used Flovent software from Flomerics to model the flow of air through exhibition pavilion, and modified the model to solve problems that the simulation identified in the original design. Brochure Available
News from Flomerics ( 3 April 2006)
Super Spacer helps Carera Windows pass Part 2
User Application Article Edgetech customer Carera Windows recently achieved EN 1279 Part 2, to stay ahead of regulations and competitors.
News from Edgetech ( 3 April 2006)
Dickies help crack the PPE code
User Application Article Dickies has published on their website information that clearly explains what Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) symbols mean and the level of protection provided.
News from Dickies (UK) ( 3 April 2006)
Gradus extends its matting range
Gradus Matting has launched two new additions to its Boulevard secondary barrier carpet portfolio
News from Gradus Group ( 3 April 2006)
HOPPE (UK) launch Marseille range of handles
HOPPE (UK), the leading door and window hardware supplier, has launched the Marseille range to refine the classic design to meet 21st Century tastes.
News from Hoppe (UK) ( 3 April 2006)
Ecophon wears black for 'Italian Job' fit out
User Application Article At the Preston Hall BMW Mini dealership in Cleveland, Ecophon played a key role in a major prestige refit where image and branding were essential. Brochure Available
News from Ecophon ( 3 April 2006)
Higgins Construction win extension to school
User Application Article Higgins Construction PLC is the main contractor for a £3.2 million major extension to New Woodlands School in the London Borough of Lewisham.
News from Higgins Construction ( 3 April 2006)
Pilkington commit to Cumbernauld
Customers in Scotland and the North East of England stand to benefit from £2.8m investment at Pilkington Cumbernauld.
News from Pilkington Building Products UK ( 3 April 2006)
System for schools greatly reduces heating costs
CentraLine energy-saving heating control systems will greatly reduce a school's heating costs while providing a valuable classroom resource to teach energy efficiency.
News from CentraLine ( 3 April 2006)
Honeywell prevent scalding bathtime accidents
Technical Background Article Thermostatic mixing valves make sense to prevent scalding bathtime accidents, says Honeywell
News from Honeywell Control Systems ( 3 April 2006)
Ansoft joins GEIA Compact Model Council
Ansoft Corporan has joined the GEIA Compact Model Council (CMC), a group of 35 semiconductor and electronic design automation companies worldwide.
News from Ansoft Europe ( 3 April 2006)
New compact tracked loader models from Bobcat
Bobcat has introduced new improved versions of its range of compact tracked loaders. Brochure Available
News from Bobcat ( 3 April 2006)
Pick Everard to increase staff by 10%
Architectural and engineering practice Pick Everard is to expand its staff by more than 10% in the next six months.
News from Pick Everard ( 3 April 2006)
NHIC housing renovation firmly in the spotlight
Technical Background Article The National Home Improvement Council says the latest housing projections plus the Budget firmly places more intense action on housing renovation at the top of the political agenda.
News from National Home Improvement Council [NHIC] ( 3 April 2006)
Businesses are losing out on energy savings
Technical Background Article Thousands of businesses using half-hourly meters to record electricity consumption pay too much, according to energy management company Utility Auditing .
News from Utility Auditing ( 3 April 2006)
Premier - the designers choice
User Application Article The Premier Collection from Marley Floors was selected by the staff of Interior Design magazine as the floorcovering of choice for their office refurbishment.
News from Mainspring ( 3 April 2006)
Rockfon Ceilings 'The Contractors Choice'
User Application Article Tapper Interiors from Banbury recently specified and installed over 4000 sq m of Rockfon Pacific suspended ceiling system for a BMW Showroom in Solihull.
News from Mainspring ( 3 April 2006)
Top of the class for hygiene and acoustics
User Application Article Combination of two ceiling systems from Rockfon has been specified to meet the dual requirements of acoustic and hygiene performance at a secondary school.
News from Mainspring ( 3 April 2006)
PfS delivering Academies programme
User Application Article Partnerships for Schools is to take on responsibility for delivering the Academies programme and have this week published a notice in the Official Journal of the European Union (OJEU).
News from Partnerships for Schools ( 3 April 2006)
Radio-controlled 'help' sign
Concept-tested at FireExpo 2005, DG Controls have progressed launch of a unique messaging system which offers extra assurance for the housebound, elderly or infirm.
News from DG Controls ( 3 April 2006)
Dublin Airport Authority appoint HKTandT
User Application Article Dublin Airport Authority appoint HKTandT as Programme Manager
News from Turner & Townsend ( 3 April 2006)
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