News releases on Buildingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 14 May
to Saturday 20 May 2006
Masterframe Georgian cross-over bars BBA certified
Masterframe's Georgian cross-over bars are secured in three ways, so they last significantly longer and are BBA guaranteed for 10 years.
News from Masterframe Windows (19 May 2006)
Easy-mount surge arrester
The new DSM surge arrester from Dehn UK is designed to protect telecommunications equipment from the effects of electrical surges due to lightning or electrical switching.
News from Dehn (UK) (19 May 2006)
Edgetech educates Limerick University students
Edgetech educates Ireland's next generation of building engineers on the latest technology.
News from Edgetech (19 May 2006)
CORGI proves installers are fitting HE boilers
Technical Background Article CORGI has released information showing that installers in England and Wales are complying with recent Government regulations aimed at meeting higher standards for energy efficiency.
News from CORGI Group (19 May 2006)
Bentley unveils ProjectWise StartPoint
Bentley Systems unveiled ProjectWise StartPoint, an entry-level collaboration tool, based on Microsoft Office SharePoint technologies, for MicroStation and AutoCAD users.
News from Bentley Systems (19 May 2006)
Mapei new flooring adhesive
Mapei have launched Ultrabond Turf EP2K, an epoxy polyurethane 2-component adhesive for bonding synthetic grass. Brochure Available
News from Mapei UK (19 May 2006)
Mapei 'Little Black Book' range now for flooring
Mapei have released their Flooring Range 'Little Black Book' a compact yet comprehensive guide to flooring installation products specifically for the UK and Irish marketplace. Brochure Available
News from Mapei UK (19 May 2006)
SPECS cameras now have their own sign
SPECS cameras are increasingly used in major roadworks schemes and the new sign helps to discourage the sudden braking that can be associated with conventional 'spot speed' cameras.
News from Speed Check Services (19 May 2006)
New railway station and visitor centre
User Application Article Pinelog's architects challenging brief was for a functional, highly sustainable building which would attract tourists and be in sympathy with the spectacular Lakeland backdrop.
News from Pinelog (19 May 2006)
Delegation helps ensure compliance for home
User Application Article To help ensure compliance with all appropriate Building Regulations, AMA Design called in Glidevale to design the roof ventilation.
News from Building Product Design Group (19 May 2006)
Loft traps help achieve Eco Homes standard
Loft traps from Glidevale offer an insulation level that helps achieve the new BREEAM EcoHomes environmental rating and help compliance with Building Regulations Document L.
News from Building Product Design Group (19 May 2006)
Glidevale Protect VC Foil reduces heat loss
500+% reduction in heat flow through floors, roofs, ceilings and walls can be achieved with an innovative new membrane.
News from Building Product Design Group (19 May 2006)
Mercedes-Benz CharterWay offers on the Canter
Mercedes-Benz CharterWay are offering the Canter 3.5 tonne at just 2.99% flat rate on Hire Purchase for up to three years.
News from Mercedes-Benz CharterWay (19 May 2006)
Andersen extends Woodwright windows range
Andersen Windows has enhanced its pioneering range of Woodwright made to measure sliding sash windows with a selection of stylish new shapes.
News from Andersen Windows (18 May 2006)
AutoDrill for drilling holes at high RPM rates
AutoDrill now offers a very small drill that allows drilling of holes at high RPM rates on their 1000 series units.
News from AutoDrill (18 May 2006)
Composite concrete solution maximises flexibility
User Application Article Composite has completed a major project for Stratford Healthcare, using pre cast concrete frames for speed of construction and increased flexibility.
News from Composite (18 May 2006)
New, hand held, infra-red digital thermometers
Non Contact Temperature Measurement Two new infra-red thermometers from labfacility provide rapid, convenient and accurate temperature measurement in a wide range of applications.
News from Labfacility (18 May 2006)
Honeywell air cleaner banishes airborne pollution
Honeywell air cleaner in club bar banishes airborne pollution, including odours and cigarette smoke.
News from Inn-House Technology (18 May 2006)
ROSA: the space saving corner bath
Efficient use of space; the ROSA corner bath takes up a small amount of floor space but provides a lavish amount of bathing space.
News from Bathroom Heaven (18 May 2006)
Silent Knight products used in Extreme Makeover
User Application Article Partnership between Silent Knight, a leading provider of fire alarm solutions, and Home Control Systems ensure family safe from fire.
News from Silent Knight (18 May 2006)
Lowry appoints Yorkshire area sales manager
Following the recent opening of their Yorkshire Regional Office, Lowry Homes Plc announces the appointment of their new Area Sales Manager.
News from Lowry Homes (18 May 2006)
HS safety interlock switches from Idec
HS door interlock switches was designed to protect workers in potentially hazardous situations as a more reliable alternative to limit switches.
News from Idec Electronics (18 May 2006)
Versatility in Cement and in Electronic Trading
James Hardie is the latest in a high profile portfolio of companies to sign up to Wesupply's OneTime supply chain solutions product Brochure Available
News from WeSupply.com (18 May 2006)
Strategic advantage of open systems
Technical Background Article Barry Haaser, Former Executive Director LonMark International discusses the 'Strategic advantage of open systems'.
News from LonMark International (18 May 2006)
Forest FX found in Finchley.
User Application Article American oak effect sheet vinyl from the innovative Forest FX range from Polyflor has been installed throughout The Compton School in Finchley, London.
News from Polyflor (18 May 2006)
Tensar Technology reinforces highway wall
User Application Article Project to build a three tier, 16 metre high, walled embankment between bridges close to Sverepec, Slovakia, has been brought to a successful conclusion using Tensar geogrid technology.
News from Tensar International (18 May 2006)
Dandara signs three-year deal with BIW
UK property developer to use BIW Information Channel to manage 500 million pound plus programme.
News from BIW Technologies (18 May 2006)
Trussed rafters prove equal to golf club challenge
User Application Article Member of Trussed Rafter Association has produced a large number of special prefabricated timber trusses to create roofscape for National Golf Club Hotel.
News from Trussed Rafter Association (18 May 2006)
Version One wins Green Hero Award
International award from The Green Organisation is testimony to how Version One is leading the way in environmental best practice in the document management industry.
News from Version One (18 May 2006)
NES Overseas makes three new appointments
NES Overseas has made three new appointments to its UK-based team, a strong reflection of its ongoing success.
News from NES Group (18 May 2006)
Lack of guarding on mobile drilling rigs
Technical Background Article HSE warns over lack of guarding on mobile drilling rigs.
News from Health and Safety Executive (18 May 2006)
Accurate air flow measurement in large ducts
Flotech Solutions announce the innovative new Master-Touch 'FAT' Flow Averaging Tubes from Eldridge Products. Brochure Available
News from Flotech Solutions (18 May 2006)
Aico FAQ booklet covering the Firecap range
Aico FAQ booklet covering the Firecap range of fire and sound protection covers, fire protection sleeves for electrical services and vapour and thermal seals for loft voids.
News from Aico (18 May 2006)
Nene Housing goes wireless with its smoke alarms
User Application Article Nene Housing is now fitting the Ei RadioLINK wireless interconnect mains powered smoke alarm from Aico as standard.
News from Aico (18 May 2006)
New low cost safety unit for Forklifts
ShockSwitch AC (Access Control and Monitoring) unit from Lamerholm Electronics is a low cost system for restricting access to forklift trucks to authorised drivers only. Brochure Available
News from Lamerholm Electronics (18 May 2006)
Letchworth roofing for SmartLIFE Centre
User Application Article Letchworth Roofing worked for main contractor, Bluestone, to undertake roofing and cladding for SmartLIFE Centre, the hi-tec building teaching centre in Cambridge.
News from Letchworth Roofing (18 May 2006)
Off-Site construction is safer
Technical Background Article Research carried out by Portakabin subsidiary, Yorkon, proves the case that off-site construction is safer than site-based building methods.
News from Portakabin (17 May 2006)
Portakabin anniversary celebrations
Portakabin is extended an invitation to businesses in the area to join the team to celebrate the company's fifth anniversary in the region.
News from Portakabin (17 May 2006)
Acheson and Glover Anchor retaining wall range
Acheson and Glover, has expanded its Anchor range with the addition of Anchor Bayfield - a new walling block with the look and feel of natural stone.
News from Acheson & Glover (17 May 2006)
Metal detectable plastic marker pen
E-Components and Chains announce the launch of their 'Detectamet' Plastic Marker Pen which is Metal Detectable due to a special additive which is incorporated within the pen during manufacture.
News from E-Components and Chains (17 May 2006)
New installation CD Rom from Worcester
Worcester, part of the Bosch Group has produced a CD Rom which demonstrates the installation of Greenstar gas fired combi boilers. Brochure Available
News from Worcester Bosch Group (17 May 2006)
Jackson Construction makes splash at swimming pool
User Application Article Jackson Construction was first off the starting blocks to secure a high profile project to build a new swimming pool complex at the Freeport Designer shopping centre in Braintree, Essex.
News from ISG Jackson (17 May 2006)
New Management IT System
Morris and Spottiswood has awarded a contract worth approximately £150,000 for new management software to EVision.
News from EVision (17 May 2006)
Kalzip perforated facade has it covered
User Application Article The new Kalzip perforated facade combines the strength and quality of Kalzip, with the design flexibility of a perforated solution. Brochure Available
News from Kalzip (17 May 2006)
Highpoint for Sika in Highgate
Grade 1 listed Modernist apartment blocks in Highgate N6, have recently been refurbished using Sika concrete repair materials and protective coatings.
News from Sika (17 May 2006)
Sika Sprayed Concrete used on bridge restoration
User Application Article SikaCem 133 Gunite, a cement based dry sprayed repair mortar, was recently used on the refurbishment of Nettlehill Railway Bridge on the busy A899 in Livingston.
News from Sika (17 May 2006)
Yorkshire Fittings helps Elson Sprint ahead
Elson Hot Water is experiencing the benefits of Tectite Sprint, the latest in push-fit plumbing technology from Yorkshire Fittings.
News from Yorkshire Fittings (17 May 2006)
Corian for hygiene, practicality and versatility
Height-adjustable worktops made from DuPont Corian have been installed in the 'easy-access' kitchen of SIA House, the new, purpose built Headquarters of the Spinal Injuries Association (SIA).
News from DuPont, Corian and Zodiaq (17 May 2006)
Inscaff system scaffold awareness course
Inscaff are running a 1 day system scaffold awareness course on 17 May 2006, in Horley near Gatwick Airport.
News from Health and Safety Executive (17 May 2006)
Midas homes: new approach to housebuilding
User Application Article Midas Homes is taking a new approach to housebuilding at its Fonthill development in Torquay, Devon, using lightweight steel framing in a high rise dwelling.
News from Midas Homes (17 May 2006)
Gun wharf achieves gold standard
User Application Article Joint Midas Homes and Devon and Cornwall Housing development at Gun Wharf has been awarded a CABE Building for Life gold standard.
News from Midas Homes (17 May 2006)
Fineline smooth operation transforms hospital
User Application Article Minimising disruption to day-to-day patient care was a key requirement of Sheerframe approved fabricator FineLine Windows during window refurbishment programme at a major Brighton hospital.
News from L B Plastics (17 May 2006)
Fulton offers ex-stock steam boilers
Fulton Boiler Works to provide ex-stock availability of gas-fired vertical steam boilers and electric steam boilers.
News from Fulton Boiler Works (17 May 2006)
Carpet protection film to BS4790
Merlin Protection Films offer a new temporary carpet protection film which has BS4790 (1987) 'the hot nut test' certification.
News from Merlin Protection Films (17 May 2006)
Raising the profile of the Clerk of Works
Colin Pearson inaugurated as President of the Institute of Clerks of Works of Great Britain, at their AGM.
News from Institute of Clerks of Works (17 May 2006)
Call point range extended.
Cranford Controls Call Points for indoor use now have additional models optimised for fire, security and process control applications.
News from Cranford Controls (17 May 2006)
Ansoft to ring the NASDAQ Stock Market bell
The founders of Ansoft Corporation will ring the closing bell at The NASDAQ Stock Market
News from Ansoft Europe (17 May 2006)
Newey and Eyre in Leeds is bigger and better
Newey and Eyre's Leeds branch has moved to a new location which has improved stock levels with more than 12,000 product lines now all under one roof.
News from Newey and Eyre (17 May 2006)
Klaxon Flashguard range of LED beacons
Klaxon's ultra-bright LED beacons, part of the Flashguard series, are now available in green, blue and clear lens variants.
News from Klaxon Signals (17 May 2006)
New deep chamfer sash for Synseal Legend70
Synseal has extended the range of vent options with a deep chamfer vent for the single leg bead system Legend70.
News from Synseal (17 May 2006)
Fire Fighting Enterprises launches new website
Smoke detector specialist Fire Fighting Enterprises, a Halma company, has launched a new website.
News from Fire Fighting Enterprises (17 May 2006)
CIWEM 2006 World of Difference Award winner
CIWEM's World of Difference Award has been won by science and environmental engineering consultancy, Aqua Enviro.
News from CIWEM (17 May 2006)
Office development unveiled near Glasgow Airport
User Application Article Clark Contracts, the construction, maintenance and refurbishment specialist, has unveiled plans for a new £5 million office development at McFarlane Street, Paisley.
News from Clark Contracts (17 May 2006)
Thorworld Truckloada shines in the garden
User Application Article Truckloada mobile lifting platform from Thorworld Industries lifted trays of bedding plants over 4m from a greenhouse to a retail facility at Bridgemere Garden World.
News from Thorworld Industries (17 May 2006)
Kubota introduces a class-leading heavyweight
Kubota has extended its mini excavator range with the introduction of the short tail swing KX080-3.
News from Kubota (UK) (17 May 2006)
Tesco fast loading pod system from Easilift
User Application Article When Tesco needed a method of loading and unloading its fleet of new high capacity double deck trailers, the solution came from Easilift Loading Systems.
News from Easilift Loading Systems (17 May 2006)
Mapefront Project and Parkgate House
User Application Article Parkgate House project, nominated for a Standard of Renovation Award is an excellent example of how Mapei coloured render has been used to enhance a building's character. Brochure Available
News from Mapei UK (17 May 2006)
UpRight Powered Access at SED 2006
The Tanfield Group Plc, new owner of UpRight Powered Access is using construction show SED 2006 to re-launch the brand.
News from Tanfield Group (17 May 2006)
LIF and BEAMA create potent partnership
New partnership between the Lighting Industry Federation (LIF), the British electrotechnical manufacturers association (BEAMA) will be known as BEAMALIF.
News from BEAMA (17 May 2006)
ODPM Part L Domestic Heating Compliance Guide
Technical Background Article The Domestic Water Treatment Association (DWTA), a group within BEAMAEnergy, welcomes the publication of the ODPM Part L Domestic Heating Compliance Guide.
News from BEAMA (17 May 2006)
Zapkey offers new colour options
Wireless remote control door lock manufacturer ZapKey has introduced some new colour options for both the plastic lock cover and the metal base.
News from ZapKey (17 May 2006)
EMC protection provided with Screenflex conduit
For applications where essential plant and equipment need EMC screening to prevent malfunction, Screenflex 1 electrical conduit available from Kopex International provides the solution.
News from Kopex International (17 May 2006)
CMS Vibrations keeps Paddington Central on track
Byrne Bros (Formwork) has worked with CMS Vibration Solutions to ensure the new Paddington Central CrossRail deck will remain structurally sound.
News from CMS Vibration Solutions (17 May 2006)
Top safety accreditation fo ADMAS
Admas received SAFEcontractor accreditation, a programme which recognises very high standard of health and safety practise amongst UK contractors.
News from Admas (17 May 2006)
Flovent software wins environment award
Flomerics' Flovent software for airflow prediction in buildings has been awarded the Expert Choice Award for Software from Controlled Environments Magazine. Brochure Available
News from Flomerics (17 May 2006)
Hills Panel Products completes factory expansion
Furniture industry component manufacturer Hills Panel Products has finalised its 1.2million pound investment programme at its Oldham site.
News from Hills Panel Products (17 May 2006)
Space-saving Compact saw a sign of the times
Swiss-built Striebig Compact 5207 vertical panel saw cuts acrylic, aluminium, composite aluminium, foam board, plywood and MDF sheets.
News from T M Machinery Sales (17 May 2006)
Caberwood makes light work of joinery
User Application Article Manufacturers and joiners who require a lightweight, easy to handle, board product will benefit from choosing Caberwood MDF Light from Norbord. Brochure Available
News from Norbord (17 May 2006)
Timed door holders help new mums
User Application Article Envirografa magnetic timed door hold system, was fitted to the double security doors to allow new mums and babies to return to the maternity ward without the closing on them.
News from Environmental Seals (17 May 2006)
Axiom to be sponsor at Bentley MicroStation event
Axiom, developer of time-saving MicroStation solutions, announces that they are a Bronze Sponsor of the 2006 Bentley Empowered (BE) Conference.
News from Axiom (17 May 2006)
Jaga brings beauty and brains to heating industry
Jaga Heating Products has unveiled the stylish new Knockonwood Freestanding DBE radiator.
News from Jaga Heating Products (17 May 2006)
Making natural stone specification simple
Natural stone specialist, Stancliffe Stone, has launched a new standard range of products designed to make the job of specifying, procuring and working with natural stone easier. Brochure Available
News from Stancliffe Stone Company (17 May 2006)
ACES faculty appointment for Turner and Townsend
User Application Article Turner and Townsend has been awarded the project and cost management commission for new building for Sheffield Hallam University.
News from Turner & Townsend (17 May 2006)
75th anniversary of the Building Centre
To celebrate the 75th anniversary of the Building Centre's formation in 1931 The Building Centre is planning a series of events during June 2006.
News from Building Centre (16 May 2006)
Overseas construction industry exhibitions
The Building Centre along with Construction Products Association have secured funding from UK Trade and Investment to assist eligible building material producers penetrate overseas markets.
News from Building Centre (16 May 2006)
Formica Limited new London showroom
Located at The Building Centre, the new Formica Limited showroom provides a visual demonstration of all the company's surfacing materials
News from Building Centre (16 May 2006)
Teachers of Technology in Construction
Based on the Building Centre's 75th Anniversary exhibition 'Materials of Invention' this conference brings to teachers of design and construction technology.
News from Building Centre (16 May 2006)
Prefabulous Homes: The New Housebuilding Agenda
Anybody interested in the latest developments in modern housebuilding technology should get hold of the latest publication by the team which brought you the Prefabulous Homes seminar series.
News from Building Centre (16 May 2006)
The Building Centre at Interbuild 2006
The Building Centre's stand represented various product manufacturers within the architectural, building and construction industry.
News from Building Centre (16 May 2006)
100 Years of Construction Innovation
The Building Centre celebrates its 75th anniversary this year and to mark the occasion a major new exhibition Materials of Invention: 100 Years of Construction Innovation.
News from Building Centre (16 May 2006)
Perrin and Rowe makeover at The Building Centre
Luxury brassware brand Perrin and Rowe has given the 24 square metre space at The Building Centre a facelift.
News from Building Centre (16 May 2006)
Jaga Heating Products at The Building Centre
Following the current refurbishment project at The Building Centre, Jaga Heating Products have moved to a larger stand at The Building Centre.
News from Building Centre (16 May 2006)
Published reports from The Building Centre
The Building Centre produce a series of reports throughout the year, to help you gain business, which are updated on a regular basis.
News from Building Centre (16 May 2006)
Czech construction products and services
The Building Centre is working with Czech Trade during 2006 to introduce more Czech building products and services to the UK.
News from Building Centre (16 May 2006)
H+h Celcon appoints Ra House contractor
Minett Construction of Northampton has been appointed a recommended contractor for H+H Celcon's Ra House, a new concept in quick and efficient masonry construction.
News from H+H Celcon (16 May 2006)
Mtech Group and Constructing Excellence in Wales
Mtech Group and Constructing Excellence in Wales are collaborating to deliver a groundbreaking conference and exhibition 'Spotlight on Off-site'.
News from Mtech Training (16 May 2006)
Old walls get ecologically warm coats
RW1 (Refurbished Wall 1), Natural Building Technologies, is a cost effective way to refurbish old walls.
News from Natural Building Technologies (16 May 2006)
Diffutherm boards from Natural Building Technology
User Application Article Walls designed with a U-value of 0.21 W/m2K, achieved using Diffutherm 80mm Woodfibre board on a 100mm timber frame with Sheepswool insulation between the timber studwork.
News from Natural Building Technologies (16 May 2006)
International Innovation and Research Awards
CIOB Celebrates the Winners of the International Innovation and Research Awards
News from Chartered Institute of Building [CIOB] (16 May 2006)
SATRA success at slip seminars
SATRA Technology Centre is to run more of its popular slip seminars for the floorcoverings industry.
News from SATRA Technology Centre (16 May 2006)
Advantage A alleviates school acoustic problem
User Application Article Installation of an Ecophon suspended ceiling has provided the acoustic solution at Queen's Park Primary School in Brighton. Brochure Available
News from Ecophon (16 May 2006)
Solidworks software creates womb-like incubator
User Application Article Leading Norwegian industrial design firm used SolidWorks software to design an innovative incubator that nurtures premature infants.
News from SolidWorks Corporation (16 May 2006)
ICE drives understanding of Traffic Management Act
Technical Background Article UK's engineers are still reporting industry-wide confusion over the impending Traffic Management Act to their industry body the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE).
News from Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) (16 May 2006)
Corgi responds to HSE consultation
Technical Background Article CORGI has issued a response to the recent announcement that the HSE is considering approving another organisation to run a gas registration scheme alongside it.
News from CORGI Group (16 May 2006)
Max-Trak compliant Industrial Mass Flow Controller
Sierra Instruments announced the release of its new Max-Trak Model 180 Industrial Mass Flow Controller for gases.
News from Sierra Instruments (16 May 2006)
Document L CPD launched by Kawneer
Hard on the heels of its sustainable windows CPD, Kawneer has launched another presentation with full RIBA-approval. Brochure Available
News from Kawneer UK (16 May 2006)
Managing your risks more effectively
Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) launches a one-day conference offering up-to-date advice on insurance issues facing the construction industry.
News from Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) (16 May 2006)
Sector Focus explores risk in Construction Sector
Technical Background Article Euler Hermes UK has launched a Sector Focus Report looking at the latest developments in the Construction industry.
News from Euler Hermes UK (16 May 2006)
Avanquest releases new version of CAD package
TurboCAD Professional V12 offers new mechanical and architectural features, improved modeling and greater interoperability.
News from Avanquest UK (16 May 2006)
Tarmac plans to make more of mortar
Tarmac announce plans to invest more than £20 million over five years in the strategic development of its national mortar business.
News from Tarmac (16 May 2006)
Industry wakes up to Window Energy Ratings
Key decision-makers in glass and glazing discussed some of the biggest issues affecting the industry at Edgetech's Increase Your Profits: Energy Efficiency in Focus seminar.
News from Edgetech (16 May 2006)
Reno boilers highlighted at CIH Show
Johnson and Starley has introduced five new models to the RENO range and applications now cover small dwellings as well as larger houses. Brochure Available
News from Johnson and Starley (16 May 2006)
Brawoliner passes tough UK infiltration tests
Dyno-Rod has announced that the Brawoliner no-dig drain lining system has passed the UK water companies' stringent Water Infiltration Tests. Brochure Available
News from Dyno-Rod (16 May 2006)
Ardex tiling system at Heathrow Terminal 3
User Application Article Ardex's tiling system arrives on schedule at Heathrow Terminal 3 Brochure Available
News from Ardex UK (16 May 2006)
PVCu beading at same price as galvanised
Plasterers and clients will have all the additional benefits of PVCu at no extra cost. Brochure Available
News from Renderplas (16 May 2006)
SFS intec 'green' European manufacturing
SFS intec multi-million pound investment programme will see the creation of one of the most eco-friendly factories of its kind anywhere in the world.
News from SFS intec (16 May 2006)
Construction companies at risk
Technical Background Article Many construction companies are failing to prepare for disruption, despite evidence outlining the business benefits of disaster planning
News from Chartered Management Institute (16 May 2006)
PFI construction cost inflation
Technical Background Article Treasury urged to assess PFI construction cost inflation
News from Chartered Institute of Building [CIOB] (15 May 2006)
PFI contract that cost 100m pounds to terminate
Technical Background Article Termination of PFI contract occasioned losses of at least £100 million in the private sector.
News from Chartered Institute of Building [CIOB] (15 May 2006)
Conservation of Buildings: making it happen
CIOB is hosting a unique one-day conference with the University of Westminster, giving you the opportunity to get practical advice on managing building conservation projects.
News from Chartered Institute of Building [CIOB] (15 May 2006)
Free property consultancy for charities
London property professionals to provide free consultancy to charities.
News from Chartered Institute of Building [CIOB] (15 May 2006)
Professional Membership Route to CSCS Cards
Technical Background Article The CIOB has continued its pursuit for new professional routes to Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) cards.
News from Chartered Institute of Building [CIOB] (15 May 2006)
Permanent 'Prefabs'
Technical Background Article Prefab' dwellings in Redditch which were constructed just after World War II, made extensively of aluminium, have, after extensive structural surveys been preserved and refurbished.
News from Council for Aluminium in Building (CAB) (15 May 2006)
Registration opens for BE Conference Europe
Bentley Systems announce that registration is now open for BE Conference Europe 2006 being held at the Hilton Prague, Czech Republic.
News from Bentley Systems (15 May 2006)
Power tools, accessories, and abrasives catalogue
Metabo Corporation has just published its 2006/2007 power tools, accessories, and abrasives catalogue.
News from Metabo (15 May 2006)
Hep2O Underfloor Heating - Ideal choice for homes
The benefits of Hep2O underfloor heating for domestic properties are undeniable. Brochure Available
News from Hepworth Building Products (15 May 2006)
New Hazard Awareness and Risk Assessment seminars
Murex is now offering purpose designed Hazard Awareness and Risk Assessment seminars which can be conducted at any company's premises for convenience. Brochure Available
News from Murex Welding Products (15 May 2006)
VECO Honored With BE Award
User Application Article Tyonek Test Separator won VECO a BE Award in the category "Plant: Technology for an oil platform equipment retrofit in Alaska's North Cook Inlet field.
News from Bentley Systems (15 May 2006)
Seminars on lightning and surge protection
Series of seminars designed to offer insight into new British standards on lightning and surge protection is being organised by equipment manufacturer Dehn UK .
News from Dehn (UK) (15 May 2006)
IES is first to release alternative to SBEM
Integrated Environmental Solutions (IES), the world leading provider of building performance software, announce the launch of its flexible alternative to SBEM.
News from Integrated Environmental Solutions (IES) (15 May 2006)
Groupco builds business at Interbuild
At this year's Interbuild leading UK distributor Groupco joined forces with Fuhr and Peder Nielsen, two of Europe's leading hardware manufacturers.
News from Groupco (15 May 2006)
New 'fine textured' metal ceiling finish from SAS
SAS International has introduced a new fine textured paint finish, SAS FT, for its range of metal ceiling panels and tiles.
News from SAS International (15 May 2006)
TRADA delivers new seminar programme for wood
TRADA Technology is again working closely with wood for good, the UK's largest timber promotional campaign, to deliver a new seminar programme for architects, engineers and building professionals.
News from TRADA Technology (15 May 2006)
Ceram investigates fire at historic market
User Application Article Experts at CERAM Building Technology (CBT) were called in by Tameside Metropolitan Borough Council to carry out important investigations after fire at historic market.
News from Ceram (15 May 2006)
Door manufacturer opens second factory site
Shropshire company Hazlin has reorganised its production operation creating five new jobs in the south of the county at Tenbury Wells.
News from Hazlin (15 May 2006)
Show home opens at unique Eden development
Church Eden is a unique, new development set within the landmark building conversion of the Cathcart Church on Newlands Road.
News from CCG (15 May 2006)
A Practical Guide to enable PoE with JetNet
Korenix JetNet 3705 has IP30 grade mechanical design that can be put not only in air-conditioned offices, but in outdoor or industrial harsh environment.
News from Korenix Technology (15 May 2006)
Success for Wrap-funded Ecotrade Centre
An Ecotrade Centre funded by WRAP (the Waste and Resources Action Programme) and developed by the UK CEED has been declared a roaring success.
News from WRAP (15 May 2006)
Marketing support boost to wood recyclers
WRAP Guide to Marketing Recycled Wood Products contains the key information needed to produce an effective marketing and promotional programme for a wood recycling business.
News from WRAP (15 May 2006)
The new Part L made easy
'Part L Explained - The BRE Guide' is the first, and most authoritative, publication to clearly explain the 2006 changes to the Building Regulations.
News from BRE Bookshop (15 May 2006)
Flood plain development control to be tightened
Technical Background Article Building on land in flood plains will come under stricter environmental control if as expected the Environment Agency is granted statutory consultee status in relation to major developments.
News from Chartered Institute of Building [CIOB] (15 May 2006)
Strand NOS stylish new door opening system
NOS is a new concept in door opening and is designed to make life easier for those who have difficulty turning a traditional lever handle.
News from Dove Architectural Hardware (15 May 2006)
Climaboard skirting board heating systems
Stockist and fitters sought for innovative, energy-efficient skirting board heating systems.
News from Technology Marketing Management (15 May 2006)
LoadRunner Big Secret to be unveiled at SED 2006
LoadMaster will also be launching the new 250Kg LoadRunner Power-Barrow.
News from LoadMaster Engineering (15 May 2006)
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