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Sunday 28 May
to Saturday 3 June 2006

Major new door contract secured

 User Application Article  One of the largest single Government contracts for doors has been awarded, as part of a partnership agreement between Sheffield Homes, Kier Sheffield, Arnold Laver and JELD-WEN.

News from JELD-WEN ( 2 June 2006)

Knollands hazardous storage containers

Knollands have an extensive range of walk in bulk storage systems, containment shelving, drum racking, Danios pollution control products and hazardous storage containers,

News from Knollands Products Supplies ( 2 June 2006)

Asta Easyplan new project planning software tool

Now available on a free 30 day trial, Asta Easyplan, is specifically designed to help trade contractors and small construction companies create plans, manage projects and communicate progress.

News from Asta Development ( 2 June 2006)

NESTrack in 'Fastest-Growing Companies' Survey

Specialist rail recruitment company, NESTrack has been celebrating recognition of its continued growth after featuring in the Manchester Evening News Fastest-Growing Companies Survey

News from NES Group ( 2 June 2006)

Day surgery unit supplied by PKL

 User Application Article  A new purpose-built day surgery unit at Singleton Hospital, supplied by PKL Healthcare, provides an additional 80 to 100 operations each week.

News from PKL Healthcare ( 2 June 2006)

Atradius sponsor finance seminar programme

US credit management guru, Abe WalkingBear Sanchez is returning to the UK to give two seminar presentations at the B2B London event at Earls Court.

News from Atradius ( 2 June 2006)

Arnold Laver meets Jane Eyre

New adaptation of Jane Eyre is currently being filmed for BBC One who have called in the assistance of Arnold Laver Timber World's Chesterfield branch to help.

News from Arnold Laver Group ( 2 June 2006)

Schneider Electric help create climate for change

Schneider Electric will host a two-day conference consisting of 10 free seminars entitled 'A Climate for Change' at London's Savoy Place.

News from Schneider Electric ( 2 June 2006)

Citec help Amcor cut plant reporting time

 Technical Background Article  Combination of Citect's Ampla MES (manufacturing execution system) and CitectSCADA has cut plant reporting time from one day to a few minutes per month for Amcor,  Brochure Available 

News from Citect ( 2 June 2006)

Uponor Skills Centre to moves to higher level

The Uponor Skills Centre, already well-established as a training base for gas industry pipeline installers and contractors, is now fully accredited as a City and Guilds approved training centre.

News from Uponor ( 2 June 2006)

Timber firm with nerves of steel

Employees at Benfield ATT, a top Welsh Timber Frame building firm, watched in horror last week as a colleague 'free-fall' abseiled off the top of Newport's largest bridge for charity.

News from Benfield ATT ( 2 June 2006)

Urban design standards and community consultation

PRP appoints Civic Trust Consultant and CABE Space Advisor to spearhead urban design standards and community consultation

News from PRP Architects ( 2 June 2006)

Dean and Bowes Cambridge library upgrade

 User Application Article  Dean and Bowes awarded project from University of Cambridge to upgrade and refurbish four floors of the Faculty of Modern and Medieval Languages.

News from ISG Dean and Bowes ( 2 June 2006)

Charity climbers feel on top of the world

Volunteers from Borras Construction scale Britain's highest peaks to raise cash for hundreds of orphaned children in India.

News from Borras Construction ( 2 June 2006)

Boras and Cranfield School of Management

 User Application Article  Borras have been awarded the prestigious contract to extend and refurbish Building 38 for the world-renowned School of Management at Cranfield University.

News from Borras Construction ( 2 June 2006)

Zero carbon house of Clapham self-builder

'Diary of an Eco-Builder' is the story of a self-builder who was inspired to build his own energy-saving, eco-friendly property on a small, derelict site in Clapham.

News from 4ecotips ( 2 June 2006)

Towards zero defects

 Technical Background Article  CIRIA proposal for a collaborative project plans to gain a better understanding of why defects are stubborn and what can be done about them.  Brochure Available 

News from CIRIA ( 2 June 2006)

Free CEEQUAL seminar at the ICE

 Technical Background Article  'Recognising exemplary environmental performance on civil engineering projects' - a free seminar introducing the benefits and value of using the CEEQUAL Scheme.  Brochure Available 

News from CIRIA ( 2 June 2006)

Multibuild Premier Travel Inn projects

 User Application Article  Reliable and professional service which Multibuild provides has been underlined by a trio of successful new projects recently completed for the Premier Travel Inn chain.

News from Multibuild ( 2 June 2006)

Basic guide to specifying conduit systems

 Technical Background Article  Martyn Turner of Kopex International explains the basics of conduit choice and the subjects that need to be considered to stay cost-effective and, in some cases, legal.

News from Kopex International ( 2 June 2006)

Clamping down on corporate ID fraud

 Technical Background Article  Equifax, a leading ID fraud expert, launch a pocket guide to Combating Corporate ID Theft and Fraud - providing businesses with an accurate and easy-to-read overview of the risks and solutions.

News from Equifax ( 2 June 2006)

Get down to the waters edge with Trianco

 User Application Article  Trianco EuroStar oil fired system boilers have been installed to supply heating and hot water at Waters Edge, a new development by Howlett Leisure Developments.

News from Trianco Heating Products ( 2 June 2006)

Notifier introduces Onyx ExitPoint

Onyx ExitPoint is an audible exit sign that potentially reduces evacuation times up to 75% - preventing injuries and saving lives. .

News from Notifier ( 2 June 2006)

New occupants at the double at 24 Severn

Three major new occupants have taken up residence at one of south-east Wales' fastest growing business locations.

News from Robert Hitchins ( 2 June 2006)

New remote lighting controls set the mood at Cedia

New lighting controls from Clipsal, a brand of Schneider Electric, are unveiled during the Cedia Expo Exhibition at London's Excel.

News from Schneider Electric ( 2 June 2006)

Acoustic control gains an aesthetic face

New Nova range from Trim Acoustics presents specifiers with an attractive and flexible selection of modular acoustic control panels.

News from Trim Acoustics ( 1 June 2006)

Change your drill to a driver with just one click

Starplus Drill to Bit Adaptor simply clicks onto any masonry or SDS drill bit and takes it from "Drill to Driver" in just a few seconds.

News from Rapierstar ( 1 June 2006)

New bus station transformed with SFS intec

 User Application Article  SFS intec austenitic stainless steel and carbon steel fasteners for the roof sections and lightwell cladding at City of Norwich stunning new bus station.

News from SFS intec ( 1 June 2006)

Dimplex is to the manor born

 User Application Article  Dimplex's stylish Valencia fire was selected to play a starring role in an ambitious project recently featured in Channel 4's Grand Designs programme.  Brochure Available 

News from Dimplex UK ( 1 June 2006)

SPECS3 used in award winning lighting scheme

 User Application Article  Simmtronic SPECS3 controls were chosen for the award winning lighting scheme at BP's new financial operations centre at Canary Wharf.

News from Simmtronic ( 1 June 2006)

GlassJack speeds up Cable Installation

The Dart Systems GlassJack combines flexibility and speed of use when pulling cables through duct work, conduit or existing pipe work.

News from Dart Systems ( 1 June 2006)

Kawneer systems to help regenerate City of Culture

 User Application Article  Kawneer chosen to supply curtain walling for the new John Lewis store at Grosvenor's Paradise Street project in Liverpool.  Brochure Available 

News from Kawneer UK ( 1 June 2006)

Prorend - premier render systems

ProRend range from SAS (Europe) Limited - render solutions for all modern rendering needs.

News from SAS (Europe) ( 1 June 2006)

New 90% efficient heat recovery system

JS Air Conditioners is launching the new Aventis heat recovery system for small to medium sized public premises.

News from JS Air Conditioners ( 1 June 2006)

Online humidifier purchasing with 25% off

JS Humidifiers has launched online purchasing of electrode boiler and resistive steam humidifier packages.

News from JS Humidifiers ( 1 June 2006)

Reducing noise emissions at Cottam power station

 User Application Article  CMS Acoustic Solutions has helped Vinci Services to soundproof its Flue Gas Desulphurisation project at Cottam power station.

News from CMS Acoustics ( 1 June 2006)

New class 0 fire retardant lacquer launched

Intumescent lacquer system which is certified to provide a Class 0 upgrade, whilst offering an unparalleled super-smooth finish, has been launched by Becker Acroma.  Brochure Available 

News from Becker Acroma ( 1 June 2006)

Marsil answers for British door manufacturers

 User Application Article  Marsil Marine is achieving great success shipping huge quantities of door hardware for Home Fit Exports to the UK.

News from Marsil Marine ( 1 June 2006)

Kemppi Minarctig: new generation of TIG welders

MinarcTig 180 is a new single phase 230V TIG/MMA welding machine from Kemppi (UK).

News from Kemppi (UK) ( 1 June 2006)

Sign firm pioneers training model

Sign installation and maintenance firm Xmo Strata is pioneering a new NVQ training model.

News from Xmo Strata ( 1 June 2006)

Cash boost for timber transport projects

 Technical Background Article  Four projects aiming to minimise the impact of timber transport on Scotland's rural roads have become the first to benefit from a cash injection.

News from Forestry Commission ( 1 June 2006)

Contour Casings launched new technical manual

Comprehensive technical information on Contour Casings ranges of radiator guards, low surface temperature radiators and pipe boxing ranges.

News from Contour Casings ( 1 June 2006)

Synseal fabricator Future Products new factory

Synseal fabricator Future Products has invested in a new 70,000 square foot factory to improve manufacturing efficiencies.

News from Synseal ( 1 June 2006)

Axiom presentations at MicroStation conference

Axiom to deliver technical presentations at upcoming MicroStation conference.

News from Axiom ( 1 June 2006)

SOL set for success with the Salvation Army

 User Application Article  SOL will be carrying out day to day response maintenance including full 24 hour emergency cover for hostels and domestic housing.

News from SOL West Midlands ( 1 June 2006)

CML view on Home Information Packs

 Technical Background Article  Council of Mortgage Lenders says that the detail expected over the next month will be crucial in determining how effective the implementation will be.

News from Hips Direct ( 1 June 2006)

ProgeCAD 2006 Professional, version 6.1.8 released

ICADsales.com announced ProgeCAD 2006 Professional v6.1.8, based on the IntelliCAD 6.1 CAD Engine, including important fixes for all CAD users.

News from iCADsales (31 May 2006)

CIOB launches new website

The Chartered Institute of Building has launched a major new communication initiative: the new CIOB website.

News from Chartered Institute of Building [CIOB] (31 May 2006)

In safe hands with Coltman Precast Concrete

From design to installation you'll be in safe hands with Coltman Precast Concrete.

News from Coltman Precast Concrete (31 May 2006)

HSS is Hire Company of the Year

HSS Hire wins the prestigious Hire Company of the Year and Employee of the Year awards in the industry's Hire Awards of Excellence 2006.

News from HSS Hire (31 May 2006)

Heating installer wins with Honeywell support

Heating installer Neil Plimmer and his driving partner Geoff Fawcett race their Honeywell-supported car in the Uniroyal Fun Cup series.

News from Honeywell Control Systems (31 May 2006)

EtherNet Web Server Introduction

Exciting development from IDEC is the introduction of a Web Server module to complement its expanding MicroSmart PLC family.

News from Idec Electronics (31 May 2006)

Shade sails can save you money

Correctly positioned shade sails and shade screens can block out up to 95% of the suns rays improving energy efficiency and reducing air-conditioning bills.

News from Mulders Sail Shades (31 May 2006)

Colourful cuts brighten Staffs hospital

Bright complementary shades from low maintenance heavy duty sheet vinyl flooring from Polyflor have been used as part of the refurbishment at Staffordshire General Hospital.

News from Polyflor (31 May 2006)

Industry 'Oscars' reward quality building

Celebrating Construction 2006 was co-hosted by Birmingham City Council, the CIOB and the West Midlands Centre for Constructing Excellence.

News from Chartered Institute of Building [CIOB] (31 May 2006)

Safety inspections hit a new low

 Technical Background Article  Number of safety inspections carried out in the UK has plummeted to a new low, greatly increasing the chances of workers being killed, made ill or injured at work.

News from Chartered Institute of Building [CIOB] (31 May 2006)

'Super hospital' project was too sick to start

 Technical Background Article  UK's most ambitious hospital construction programme in history ground to a costly halt before builders could even get on site.

News from Chartered Institute of Building [CIOB] (31 May 2006)

Emergency warning system for Wembley Arena

E2S and PACSCOM joined forces to supply John Sisk with a radio-based audible warning system to give open area protection on the Wembley Arena construction site.

News from European Safety Systems (31 May 2006)

Glass works at the Roundhouse

Tolent Construction awarded contract for Glass works at the Roundhouse to English Architectural Glazing.

News from English Architectural Glazing (31 May 2006)

Gradus launches new wall protection catalogue

Gradus has launched a new wall protection catalogue in the form of Wall Protection Systems.

News from Gradus Group (31 May 2006)

Tremco products picked for new hi-tech college

 User Application Article  Due to the high moisture content readings detected in the power floated concrete slabs, Tremco's Treadfast One Coat Universal surface damp proof membrane was recommended.

News from Tremco illbruck (31 May 2006)

Charm of the light brigade

JELD-WEN has released a new range of internal glazed moulded doors, in response to consumer demands for products that let more light into the home.

News from JELD-WEN (31 May 2006)

Olympics info including Delivery Partner Contract

Construct UK have published the latest version of 'Construction Projects of the 2012 London Olympics', providing up-to-date details of the various projects, key contacts and timetables.

News from Construct UK (31 May 2006)

RS Components introduces 2 new product ranges

RS Components has introduced 2 new technologies, Display and Wireless, to its electronic product portfolio adding over 550 new products.

News from RS Components UK (31 May 2006)

Ian Williams at the 2006 CIH Conference

Chartered Institute of Housing Conference and Exhibition is the UK's leading event in the social housing calendar.

News from Ian Williams (31 May 2006)

Take the indoors out with the Dimplex CXD Range

Enjoy the improving weather and take the indoors outside, with the range of CXD ceramic radiant heaters from market leader Dimplex.  Brochure Available 

News from Dimplex UK (31 May 2006)

Site management success for GSS

Guide Security Services' construction site system, currently in operation at Alfred McAlpine's Western Avenue A40 site in London, has already proven significantly beneficial.

News from Guide Security Services (31 May 2006)

Site-to-client project management solution

Asta Development announces its new site-to-client project management and reporting solution for construction - Asta Powersuite.

News from Asta Development (31 May 2006)

EH Smith choose Vecta Sales Intelligence software

 User Application Article  EH Smith, one of the largest independent builders' merchants in the UK, has chosen Vecta's Sales Intelligence software to help streamline its sales process and overcome barriers to business growth.

News from Vecta Sales Solutions (31 May 2006)

CCTV, access control and intruder detection

Norbain SD, one of Europe's leading distributors of CCTV, Access Control and Intruder Detection equipment, are committed to providing high quality products that meet customer's expectations

News from Norbain SD (31 May 2006)

Wood Plastics Composites all set to win in Europe

The European Wood Plastics Composites Market 2006, report from the Hackwell Group

News from Hackwell Group (31 May 2006)

Cambrian Slates from Lafarge Roofing Redland range

Cambrian Slates in Lafarge Roofing's Redland range are manufactured from recycled natural slate, and their environmental credentials have now been officially recognised by the BRE.

News from Lafarge Roofing (31 May 2006)

Jackson Building Services Suffolk development

 User Application Article  Jackson Building Services has won a further project at Hillside Business Park in Bury St Edmunds, to construct two new office buildings, for developer, Dencora 2000 .

News from ISG Jackson (31 May 2006)

SpectraROOF celebrates spectacular success

Single Ply Engineering is celebrating spectacular growth in its first year as a dedicated brand within the single ply marketplace.

News from SpectraROOF (31 May 2006)

Screwfix finds 'missing link' with Vecta

 User Application Article  Screwfix Direct has invested in Vecta Sales Intelligence software to enhance its sales performance and grow key accounts.

News from Vecta Sales Solutions (31 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 Glidevale (31 May 2006)

Loft traps help achieve eco homes standard

First range of loft traps to offer an insulation level that helps achieve the new eco homes standard now available from Glidevale

News from Glidevale (31 May 2006)

Halfen Kwikastrip reinforcement continuity system

 User Application Article  Over 85% of Halfen's Kwikastrip reinforcement continuity system is supplied tailor-made for specific applications.  Brochure Available 

News from Halfen (31 May 2006)

MACK Group asbestos abatement of warehouse

 User Application Article  The MACK Group recently completed the asbestos abatement of a former warehouse located in North Bergen, New Jersey.

News from MACK Group (30 May 2006)

Introducing the 'Quicklock' system from Fibox

'Quicklock' system developed in direct response to the increased demand from customers who build, refurbish and need rapid access to industrial control devices and systems

News from Fibox (30 May 2006)

Fibox extends its Euronord range of enclosures

New Euronord range offers Installers and Process Control Engineers, an exceptional variety of solutions for housing a multitude of DIN rail mounted terminal blocks, switches and devices.

News from Fibox (30 May 2006)

Enclosure buyers can choose with confidence

 Technical Background Article  Steve Gallon of FIBOX offers an overview of the RoHS (Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Directive and its impact on the Enclosure market.

News from Fibox (30 May 2006)

Chint expands its senior management structure

World's third largest manufacturer of low-voltage electrical products and components, CHINT announce the appointment of Mark Guest as UK Business Development Manager.

News from Chint Europe (UK) (30 May 2006)

Award winning Polaris Panel PC series from Bartec

Safety technology company Bartec receive coveted 'Regula Innovation Award' for their newly developed, pioneering Polaris Panel PC series.

News from Bartec UK (30 May 2006)

Bartec to supply analyzer systems to Russia

 User Application Article  Bartec has received the largest single order since the company's foundation in 1975, to supply complete analyzer systems to the KINEF refinery in Kirishi in Russia.

News from Bartec UK (30 May 2006)

Bartec team up with Fonterra for milk monitoring

 User Application Article  Fonterra Cooperative Group (New Zealand) announce plans to work with Bartec on developing a new range of milk metering and sampling equipment

News from Bartec UK (30 May 2006)

Energy saving trace heating in hazardous areas

 Technical Background Article  Gary Ashburner, Managing Director of Bartec (UK) explains how choosing the right Trace Heating system can dramatically reduce operating costs

News from Bartec UK (30 May 2006)

LoadMaster big secret revealed

LoadMaster SED promotion offered LoadRunner Micro-Dumper for sale during the show, including being dressed in the colours of most major football clubs and countries.

News from LoadMaster Engineering (30 May 2006)

Legionella control without chemicals from Elgressy

Elgressy UK offer its unique technology and methodology for water management in open and closed water systems, controlling scale, corrosion and Legionella control without chemicals.

News from Elgressy UK (30 May 2006)

Marine Renewable Energy Conference

The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) teams up with the International Association of Hydraulic Engineers to run a conference on harnessing marine renewable energy from the sea

News from Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) (30 May 2006)

Bosch IP CCTV with new ISCSI 16-channel encoder

Bosch Security Systems has expanded its portfolio of video over IP encoders for networked CCTV systems with the VIP X1600 encoder.

News from Bosch Security Systems (30 May 2006)

Expresso Brown dominates foiled PVC-ue market

The colour stable PVF foil is produced by Du Pont and bonded by Celuform onto the profile surface.

News from Celuform (30 May 2006)

Peter Evans Flooring pefection for superstore

 User Application Article  Peter Evans Flooring provided the flooring solution for a new store on behalf of outdoor clothing retailer, Cotswold Outdoor .

News from Peter Evans Flooring (30 May 2006)

SECOM, TDSi and Fujitsu sell Biometric solutions

SECOM Plc., TDSi Access Control and Fujitsu Europe join forces to sell Biometric solutions.

News from TDSi (30 May 2006)

Express ladders: UK wholesaler of MidMade products

Express ladders are the UK wholesaler of the MidMade range of products manufactured by Samhall AB, a company owned by the Swedish Government.

News from Express Ladders (30 May 2006)

Blowing Agents and Foaming Processes Conference

 Technical Background Article  Rapra foam conference expands blowing agents and foaming processes.

News from Smithers Rapra (30 May 2006)

Hong Kong smoke containment test for Coopers

 User Application Article  Coopers smoke barriers are an integrated part of a total smoke control system in the new shopping mall at Langham Place in Hong Kong.

News from Coopers Fire & Smoke Engineeering (30 May 2006)

Masterdor in major door replacement project

 User Application Article  Over 5,500 made to measure Masterdor composite timber doors installed as part of major refurbishment project for Carlisle Housing Association.

News from Manse Masterdor (30 May 2006)

Literature available on Murex welding machines

Free literature is available on the Murex Transtig DC150-1 and 200-1 TIG welding machines.  Brochure Available 

News from Murex Welding Products (30 May 2006)

Spaceway delivers stylish new HQ for Airconco

 User Application Article  Rundown structure transformed by Spaceway, a leading UK provider of integrated interior space solutions.

News from Spaceway South (30 May 2006)

New processing and auto attendant system

 User Application Article  Buckinghamshire County Council has recently installed the state-of-the-art Interalia XMU+ processing and auto attendant system.

News from Interalia Communications (30 May 2006)

Infrared camera - Flir User Group meeting

Building on last year's success the one-day event will provide a forum for Rand D thermography as well a predictive maintenance and condition monitoring.  Brochure Available 

News from Flir Systems (30 May 2006)

Breezair cools temperatures at Pataks Foods

 User Application Article  Specified and installed by CoSaf Environments, five Breezair evaporative coolers now provide Pataks Foods with naturally cooled fresh air.

News from Seeley International (Europe) (30 May 2006)

GAP launches new product guide

New product guide from leading roofline stockist GAP is the most comprehensive guide to building plastics in the industry.

News from GAP (30 May 2006)

Strain Gauge Amp proves testing for concrete

Celsum Technologies has launched the new CTPT Concrete Two Point Tester with an integral DSC Digital Strain Conditioning Amplifier Card.  Brochure Available 

News from Celsum Technologies (29 May 2006)

New Metabo 1/2" Hammer Drill

New Metabo SBE 660 1/2" Hammer Drill offers maximum performance and durability for heavy duty drilling applications

News from Metabo (29 May 2006)

Impact of Building Bulletin 101

 Technical Background Article  Apex Acoustics discuss the impact of Building Bulletin 101 on school facade design to BB 93.

News from Apex Acoustics (29 May 2006)

Bentley release of MicroStation V8 XM Edition

Bentley announces commercial release of MicroStation V8 XM Edition - the most powerful and most accessible MicroStation release ever.

News from Bentley Systems (29 May 2006)

Mighton help fundraising

GM Fundraising Gala Dinner, held to raise funds for terminally ill children and their families, is being supported by Mighton Products, the sash window hardware specialist, this year.

News from Mighton Products (29 May 2006)

Jackson Building Services first past the post

 User Application Article  Jackson Building Services has secured a major project at the world-renowned NatWest Rowley Mile racecourse at Newmarket.

News from ISG Jackson (29 May 2006)

Bridgend site strengthens Hitchins portfolio

 User Application Article  Central Park at Bridgend Industrial Estate is the latest addition to commercial property developer Robert Hitchins' South Wales portfolio.

News from Robert Hitchins (29 May 2006)

Construction firms late payment crisis

 Technical Background Article  Euler Hermes UK, a company of Allianz, has released its Quarterly Cash Flow and Profit Report (Q1 2006) to reveal more misery for the UK Construction sector.

News from Euler Hermes UK (29 May 2006)

Search for manufacturing stars

The search is on to find the North West's manufacturing stars of 2006 - with prestigious awards for companies large and small.

News from Manufacturing Institute (29 May 2006)

Bentley enhances SELECT subscription program

Bentley Systems, Incorporated previewed its enhanced SELECT subscription program at the BE Conference 2006.

News from Bentley Systems (29 May 2006)

500 new products to choose from at Toolstation

500 new lines join Toolstation's latest catalogue giving tradespeople a choice of over 9,000 products all available with next day delivery.

News from Toolstation (29 May 2006)

'TRADA in the Regions': West Midlands venue

The 'TRADA in the Regions' initiative is gathering pace and the next location will be Warwick.

News from Timber Research and Development Association (29 May 2006)

Rampsol provide access to the sea

 User Application Article  Bournemouth councils beach access problem solved using Rampsols ramp and a clever beach matting.

News from Rampsol (29 May 2006)

Former BSS plc board member joins Cortexa

Brian Gray, former Managing Director of Tricom Supplies and board member of The BSS Group plc, has been appointed Non-Executive Director of Cortexa.

News from Cortexa (29 May 2006)

Launch of Omega Glassmaster Systems

Launch by Hillaldam Coburn of two new options in the Glassmaster Omega glass sliding door range widens the choice in sliding partition walls.

News from Hillaldam Coburn (29 May 2006)

Milbury Systems fly high

 User Application Article  Concrete specialist, Milbury Systems, has completed the construction of a fly tower which forms the tallest part of Dunstable's new Grove Theatre.

News from Milbury Systems (29 May 2006)

Beamclamp range top in steelwork fixings

Hot dip galvanised products from the BeamClamp range of steelwork fixings from, Access Technologies, have conclusively outperformed their rivals in a recent series of corrosion resistance tests.

News from Access Technologies (29 May 2006)

Business as usual for Kingsley Windows

Since Synseal moved Legend70 manufacturing to Nottingham there have been lots of changes, but for fabricator and installer Kingsley Windows its business as usual.

News from Synseal (29 May 2006)

Sound reasons to opt for Dualframe

Sapa Building Systems has subjected its Dualframe window system to a series of acoustic tests to demonstrate how the system can minimise noise pollution at sensitive sites.

News from Sapa Building Systems (29 May 2006)

BFRC Window Energy Rating System

 Technical Background Article  BFRC Window Energy Rating System helps you to select energy efficient windows for your home by comparing windows and rating them to tell you which is the most energy efficient brand.

News from Glass and Glazing Federation (29 May 2006)

Bringing intelligence to CANopen Networks

New generation of Technosoft DSP intelligent drives IDM/IDS640 offer a powerful CANopen communication option

News from Technosoft (29 May 2006)

TRADA assists with TF materials specification

TRADA Technology has revised its Wood Information Sheet Timber frame building: materials specification, which outlines the materials normally specified for typical timber frame building.

News from TRADA Technology (29 May 2006)

Timber price indices published

 Technical Background Article  Forestry Commission published the latest figures for the Standing Sales Price Index and the Softwood Sawlog Price Index for Great Britain.

News from Forestry Commission (29 May 2006)

Omega relocate Scottish office

Omega Red Group, the UK market leader in Earthing and Lightning Protection has relocated its Scottish office.

News from Omega Red Group (29 May 2006)

Two on the rise at Lowry

Lowry Homes plc, announces the promotion of two of its longest-serving members of staff.

News from Lowry Homes (29 May 2006)

Quality builders in the Thames Valley

The Quality Directory is an on-line trade directory which promotes quality builders in the Thames Valley.

News from Quality Directory (29 May 2006)

New relay base aimed at security applications

New low-profile 12 volt relay base for Apollo's Series 65 conventional smoke and heat detectors can be used in security applications as well as in fire systems.

News from Apollo Fire Detectors (29 May 2006)

E-Motive appoints new international sales manager

Elevator display specialist E-Motive has appointed Dominic Chien as its new International Sales Manager.

News from E-Motive Display (29 May 2006)

Sekura Group win North Tyneside contract

 User Application Article  Sekura Group, manufacturers of uPVC windows and GRP Composite Doors, win contract for the supply of windows and doors for the North Tyneside Council Planned Refurbishment Programme

News from Sekura Group (29 May 2006)

Baufritz launch UK division at Grand Designs 200

Using only timber constructions, with a purely ecological, healthy living focus, Baufritz is launching in the UK to meet the increasing demand for eco friendly housing.

News from Baufritz (UK) (29 May 2006)

TrustMark appoints new Consumer Director to board

Linda Perham has been appointed as a Board Director of TrustMark

News from TrustMark (29 May 2006)

Hunter Douglas Systems Part L compliance software

Hunter Douglas has designed its own innovative software to make life easy for architects and specifiers when negotiating the minefield of Part L regulations.

News from Hunter Douglas Construction Elements (29 May 2006)

Composite win tender for multi-level car park

 User Application Article  Specialist contractor, Composite has won a four way competitive tender to build a car park adjacent to Coventry train station.

News from Composite (29 May 2006)

Ansoft listed as high growth technology company

Ansoft Corporation has been named to Business 2.0 magazine's annual list of the 100 Fastest-Growing Technology Companies.

News from Ansoft Europe (29 May 2006)

IES helps KPMG Tower become star-rated

Integrated Environmental Solutions Virtual Environment software has been used to great success at KPMG Tower in Sydney.

News from Integrated Environmental Solutions (IES) (29 May 2006)

Ian Williams helps Shelter solve housing problems

Ian Williams has entered into a three-year partnership with Shelter, to support its work with homeless and badly housed people.

News from Ian Williams (29 May 2006)

Hunter Douglas appoints new sun control manager

Hunter Douglas Construction Elements, the UK's leading provider of integrated facade systems has strengthened its sales force with the appointment of Stephen Archer-Jones.

News from Hunter Douglas Construction Elements (29 May 2006)

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