News releases on Buildingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 19 November
to Saturday 25 November 2006
RECORDsplice fibre-optic splicing system
RECORDsplice fibre-optic splicing system from the AMP NETCONNECT is an innovative system which features an integrated cleaving and installation tool. Brochure Available
News from Tyco Electronics/AMP NETCONNECT Division (24 November 2006)
New Seddon MD appointed
J and S Seddon (Building) has a new Managing Director, following the retirement of Jim Blairs.
News from Seddon Group (24 November 2006)
Save up to 90% cladding restoration costs
See Brilliance cleaning and restoration products, for exterior cladding and facades on industrial and commercial buildings, offer savings of up to 90%.
News from See Brilliance (24 November 2006)
ADV Lighting introduce the Design-a-lite service
New concept where customers can add their own pattern, logo or text the front of a luniaire to give a unique appearance.
News from ADV Lighting (24 November 2006)
Newly revised fencing standards from BSI
The British Standards Institution (BSI) is revising all standards forming the BS 1722 Fences series.
News from BSI British Standards (24 November 2006)
Plasma profiling machine from ESAB
User Application Article Plasma profiling machine enables steel supplier to raise production efficiency and reduce reliance on external suppliers Brochure Available
News from ESAB Cutting Systems (24 November 2006)
Delivering product information online
Technical Background Article Dr Richard Thomas from NBAT looks at how the 2006 Barbour Report shows the growing importance of the Internet as a source of information about construction products.
News from NBAT (24 November 2006)
Sentinel Chairman in charity road race
Sentinel Chairman helps raise GBP13k in charity road race for NCH.
News from Sentinel Performance Solutions (24 November 2006)
New positions for Building Adhesives duo
Building Adhesives has expanded the Product Management teams for its BAL and Dunlop Adhesives brands following significant market growth.
News from Building Adhesives (24 November 2006)
Lotus gives Centurion Paints the green light
User Application Article 10,000 square metres of ceilings, walls, floors and steelworks at a warehouse in Codnor, Derbyshire decorated using Centurion Paints.
News from Steyport (24 November 2006)
Vista workshop on day/night camera operation
Vista is introducing a free workshop for installers to fully explain the benefits of integrated lighting with its ProtosIV range of cameras.
News from Norbain SD (24 November 2006)
Chubb befriends bats at Witley Court
User Application Article Chubb Electronic Security called in to provide the necessary technical advice when bats were discovered at an English Heritage project.
News from Chubb (24 November 2006)
Fusion Commercial creates good first impressions
User Application Article Leading property developer specialising in the restoration of period buildings has specified Fusion Commercial stair balustrading from Richard Burbidge to create the 'wow factor'.
News from Richard Burbidge (24 November 2006)
Country House refurbishment bank on Reno boilers
User Application Article Bank of three Reno boilers, manufactured by Johnson and Starley, has been utilised at a recently refurbished period country manor house. Brochure Available
News from Johnson and Starley (24 November 2006)
Fundamentals of Engineering Thermodynamics
Fundamentals of Engineering Thermodynamics is now available for study online.
News from elearning-training (24 November 2006)
Kestrel focuses on Customer Service in South East
Kestrel appoint John Wright as Business Development Manager for the region. Brochure Available
News from Kestrel-BCE (24 November 2006)
New standards for lightning protection
The British Standards Institution (BSI) has published the latest guidance for lightning protection.
News from BSI British Standards (24 November 2006)
Rollalong hire events acquires elegant toilet hire
Rollalong Hire Events has acquired Elegant Toilet Hire specialists in the highest quality luxury mobile toilets for both the corporate sector and prestigious events.
News from Rollalong Hire (24 November 2006)
OmegaIP lone worker protection survey
Technical Background Article Latest survey from OmegaIP shows that 21% of those surveyed had no sort of monitoring system in place for lone workers.
News from OmegaIP (24 November 2006)
Up-to-the-minute security you can rely on
Architectural Aluminium Systems are pleased to announce that their thermally efficient Comar 7P.i door has passed this new, stringent test at BRE. Brochure Available
News from Comar Architectural Aluminium Systems (24 November 2006)
Honeywell D06 pressure reducing valve
Honeywell D06 pressure reduction valve is ideal for protecting water installations in household, industrial and commercial installations from excessive supply pressures up to 25 bar.
News from Honeywell Control Systems (24 November 2006)
Kawneer completes complex coastal cladding
User Application Article New Marine Operations Centre utilises bespoke glazed curtain wall manufactured by Kawneer and installed Charles Henshaw. Brochure Available
News from Kawneer UK (24 November 2006)
SES appoints new Divisional Business Director
Leading building services provider SES announce appointment of Ian Fail-Brown in the role of Divisional Business Director for its Southern Division.
News from SES Shepherd Engineering Services (24 November 2006)
New European standard on Geotechnical works
British Standards Institution (BSI) has published a new European standard on geotechnical works - BS EN 14475:2006 Execution of special geotechnical works.
News from BSI British Standards (24 November 2006)
Construction and site waste management plans
Technical Background Article Series of free regional Site Waste Management Plan workshops is being organised by Envirowise to help construction companies implement SWMPs.
News from Envirowise (24 November 2006)
Bob Simcox on board with Sentinel
Sentinel Solutions has welcomed Bob Simcox to its team as UK OEM Manager.
News from Sentinel Performance Solutions (24 November 2006)
The rise of the apprentice
Leading Building Services provider SES has welcomed 28 new apprentices to its business this autumn.
News from SES Shepherd Engineering Services (24 November 2006)
Raising the game on disability
Places for People, the UK's largest housing and regeneration group, has set up an assistive technology service after piloting the project over the last few years.
News from Places for People (24 November 2006)
FKRS crowned best in the country
FKRS scooped a national award at the prestigious Specialist Contractor Awards, held at London's Hilton Park Lane.
News from FKRS (24 November 2006)
Clean green heat opportunities for businesses
Forestry Commission Scotlan are hosting a one day seminar to explore the business opportunities from renewable heating from wood.
News from Forestry Commission (24 November 2006)
Access Dimensions 'Software Product of the Year'
Readers of Construction Computing have voted Access Accounting's flagship business and accounting software, Access Dimensions, as 'Software Product of the Year'.
News from Access Accounting (24 November 2006)
Metsec steel on swan-shaped Barnsley Interchange
Metsec has supplied zed purlins and infill walling to the new GBP24 million Barnsley Transport Interchange project.
News from Metsec (24 November 2006)
New MD appointment strengthens Coolmation Group
Coolmation Group management team has been strengthened by the appointment of Steve Warnock to the position of Group Managing Director.
News from Coolmation (23 November 2006)
Fit and forget guided pneumatic cylinder
New range of guided pneumatic cylinders from Hoerbiger-Origa combines the driving and the guiding elements into a single unitary design that is compact, robust, simple and elegant. Brochure Available
News from Hoerbiger-Origa (23 November 2006)
Win DeWalt power tools at Glassex 2007
Pre-planning a visit to Glassex 2007 could reward visitors with GBP1000 worth of power tools, courtesy of Glassex and DeWalt.
News from Glassex (23 November 2006)
Council for Aluminium in Building backs Glassex
Glassex are working in partnership with the Council for Aluminium in Building to highlight the importance of aluminium to the industry and the opportunities it affords fabricators.
News from Glassex (23 November 2006)
Acrosser launch worlds smallest Intel Core 2 Duo
Acrosser Technology announce the release of AR-ES0892, the embedded systems designed for gaming and embedded applications.
News from Acrosser Technology (23 November 2006)
Weiler introduce the next generation Nylox Brush
Weiler Corporation introduces the new Nylox Composite Metal Hub Wheel Brushes.
News from Weiler Corporation (23 November 2006)
Adchem offers additional foam-bonding solutions
Numerous foam-bonding charts assist Adchem customers with pressure-sensitive tape systems.
News from Adchem Corporation (23 November 2006)
Reversible performance 'secures' BSI Kitemarks
Sheerframe fully reversible windows from L.B.Plastics has achieved approval under BS 7412 and BS 7950.
News from L B Plastics (23 November 2006)
Tackling forest destruction to beat climate change
Technical Background Article Challenge of climate change will not be met unless greenhouse gas emissions caused by deforestation are reduced says Minister on the eve of National Tree Week.
News from Forestry Commission (23 November 2006)
ClearShield gives clear view at Edinburgh Airport
User Application Article New glazing at Edinburgh airport control tower treated onsite with Ritec's ClearShield System for Low-M (Low-Maintenance) Glass.
News from Ritec International (23 November 2006)
Council for Aluminium in Building marketing update
Council for Aluminium in Building has recently held a morning conference and introduced some of CAB's initiatives in the sector.
News from Council for Aluminium in Building (CAB) (23 November 2006)
True screwless cabling and assembly
Quick-Connect, combined with their Multigrip ranging-taking cable gland and hand-lock housings provide true screwless cabling and assembly.
News from Cee-Norm UK (23 November 2006)
ISG Totty Building secures Welsh Warehouse Project
User Application Article ISG Totty Building has secured a GBP195K project to refurbish an existing warehouse unit on Deeside Industrial Park, Clwyd.
News from ISG Totty (23 November 2006)
H+H Celcon appoints another Ra House contractor
Hart Construction of Colchester has been appointed a Recommended Contractor for H+H Celcon's Ra House offering new concept in quick and efficient masonry construction.
News from H+H Celcon (23 November 2006)
INA rotary table bearings and products
User Application Article Largest optical telescope in the Southern Hemisphere will soon be available for stargazing with the assistance of INA rotary table bearings and products. Brochure Available
News from Schaeffler (UK) (23 November 2006)
ClearShield celebrates silver anniversary
Glasstec will see Ritec celebrating the continuing success of its ClearShield glass protection and renovation system, which has its 25th anniversary this year.
News from Ritec International (23 November 2006)
New website helps keep showers shiny
Customers buying a new glass shower enclosure with ClearShield protection can now activate their warranty and buy Ritec International's range of ClearShield After-Care products on a new website.
News from Ritec International (23 November 2006)
Click on to ClearShield and much more
Ritec has re-designed its website in direct response to feedback, making it even easier to find out about company's pioneering range.
News from Ritec International (23 November 2006)
ClearShield reaches dizzy new heights
User Application Article Shanghai World Financial Center is set to become the world's tallest building, is the latest skyscraper to benefit from Ritec's ClearShield glass surface protection system.
News from Ritec International (23 November 2006)
ClearShield from Ritec marks a milestone
ClearShield, the leading, tried and tested technology that converts ordinary glass to Low-M (Low Maintenance) Glass, marks a major milestone for the innovative system.
News from Ritec International (23 November 2006)
BMF issues specialist product selling guides
Builders Merchants Federation has developed and issued four new Selling Guides as part of its continued product support strategy.
News from Builders Merchants Federation [BMF] (23 November 2006)
Glenn Howells to speak at In Touch with Timber
Glenn Howells will present a case study of the Savill Building in Windsor Great Park at TRADA's In Touch With Timber conference next May.
News from Timber Research and Development Association (23 November 2006)
Rainwater harvesting reaps rewards
User Application Article Rainwater from the Envireau system, which was supplied by leading manufacturer Klargester, will be used to wash the 45 vans and lorries
News from Klargester (23 November 2006)
Ahmarra doors in multi-million pound refurbishment
User Application Article Ahmarra are supplying and fitting in excess of 900 high quality timber door sets and bespoke joinery features as part of a major refurbishment at the Hotel Inter-Continental in London.
News from Ahmarra Wood Products (23 November 2006)
Curvaceous commercial buildings on the increase
User Application Article New commercial buildings are increasingly given curved facades achieved with use of external wall insulation, using a flexible insulation material, plus render.
News from Insulated Render and Cladding Association (23 November 2006)
New rights for employees who care for relatives
Technical Background Article Business owners are being urged to prepare for new legal rights which will give employees the right to request flexible working if they care for a sick or disabled relative.
News from Mace & Jones (23 November 2006)
Revival Speed Drying System in real demand
User Application Article Flooded or fire damaged businesses have been saved from losing thousands of pounds in trade thanks to technology used by fire and flood restoration experts at the Revival Company.
News from Revival Company (23 November 2006)
Childrens hospital benefits from Euroclad
User Application Article Euroseam roofing from Euroclad is featured in the specialist metal building envelope finishing the new Children's Hospital for Wales. Brochure Available
News from Euroclad (23 November 2006)
New optically clear cast laminate
User Application Article Hexis of France announce the release of their new clear cast laminate.
News from Hexis S.A. (23 November 2006)
Carmanah announces financial results
Carmanah Technologies Corporation announce its third quarter results for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2006 and 2005.
News from Carmanah Technologies (23 November 2006)
New abattoir floors stand up to steam cleaning
User Application Article Specification for two recently completed new abattoir construction projects included the Sikafloor Purcem system.
News from Sika (23 November 2006)
Solaglas Canterbury runs a tight ship
Realising the importance of having the necessary accreditation for gas-filled units, Solaglas Canterbury moved fast to make sure it was ready, ahead of many of its competitors.
News from Solaglas (23 November 2006)
COMFORT+ conservatory units from Solaglas
Marston and Langinger chose to promote the high performance COMFORT+ conservatory units from Solaglas by installing them in their display at the Chelsea Flower Show.
News from Solaglas (23 November 2006)
Fire retardant secondary glazing from Selectaglaze
Selectaglaze has responded to a need for a secondary glazing system to provide fire protection in vulnerable areas such as windows adjacent to fire escapes.
News from Selectaglaze (23 November 2006)
DCLG announces Fire Safety Reform
Technical Background Article Department for Communities and Local Government announce changes to existing Fire Safety Legislation.
News from Turner & Townsend (22 November 2006)
Ethernet switch three gigabit ports
MOXA EDS-510A gigabit ethernet switch gives boundless network communication with three gigabit ports.
News from Moxa Technologies (22 November 2006)
Installing pressure transmitters
Technical Background Article SensorOne on installing pressure transmitters for optimal performance and longevity.
News from SensorsOne (22 November 2006)
Resourceful thinking for an innovative roof
User Application Article New Learning Resource Centre has been built for Salford College, complete with the Ashzip standing seam roofing system.
News from Ash + Lacy Building Systems (22 November 2006)
progeCAD 2007 Professional does AutoCAD 2007
ProgeCAD 2007 Professional now edits and saves AutoCAD 2007 drawings
News from ProgeSoft (22 November 2006)
Primestone Automatic Meter Reading Software
Jekyll Electronic Technology announce that it has been appointed as official distributor for the Primestone range of Automatic Meter Reading Software. Brochure Available
News from Jekyll Electronic Technology (22 November 2006)
Atkins first in Scotland to hold new qualification
Six managers from multidisciplinary design and engineering consultancy Atkins have become first in Scotland to gain a new health and safety qualification from the CSCS.
News from Atkins Design Environment & Engineering (22 November 2006)
Timber Frame Housing Market UK 2006-2009
AMA Research have published the second edition of the 'Timber Frame Housing Market - UK 2006' report.
News from AMA Research (22 November 2006)
Home Office Furniture Market UK 2006-2009
AMA Research have published the 4th edition of the 'Home Office Furniture Market - UK 2006'.
News from AMA Research (22 November 2006)
Healthcare Estates Exhibition a Success
PKL Healthcare recently attended a successful two days at this years Healthcare Estates Conference and Exhibition in Harrogate.
News from PKL Healthcare (22 November 2006)
PKL up for Healthcare Modular Building Award
PKL Healthcare, as part of a delivery team led by Costain Limited, are nominated for a Major Award at the Better Healthcare Buildings Awards
News from PKL Healthcare (22 November 2006)
Lindapter fixings provide high-integrity solution
User Application Article Lindapter steelwork fixings provided the ideal solution for safely attaching much of the flooring and walkway structures at Brisbane's iconic Story Bridge.
News from Lindapter (22 November 2006)
Housing Associations - Specifiers Database
AMA Research updated UK Housing Associations - Specifiers Database for 2006, is available to purchase immediately on CD Rom or by E-mail.
News from AMA Research (22 November 2006)
Chiltern repeats popular fire door events in 2007
Chiltern International Fire and BM TRADA Certification have finalised 2007 calendar for their popular Timber Fire Doors Explained days, which include a full-scale fire test.
News from BM TRADA Certification (22 November 2006)
Bid for first UK advanced construction centre
User Application Article Bid to establish the UK's first advanced construction technology and training centre has been approved by regional development agency Advantage West Midlands.
News from ACT UK (22 November 2006)
Web-based learning facility developed by NBAT
Academy is a web-based learning facility developed by NBAT alongside the Construction CPD Certification Service which makes CPD presentations available online.
News from NBAT (22 November 2006)
New Rada technical catalogue
New, highly comprehensive technical catalogue from Rada, Kohler Mira's commercial division, is now available.
News from Kohler Mira (Rada Commercial Division) (22 November 2006)
Man-Made Fibres and their health effects: seminar
Latest Open Technical Seminar from BOHS's Fibres Special Interest Group will move away from issues around asbestos, and look at man-made fibres.
News from British Occupational Hygiene Society (22 November 2006)
IHS and CIRIA sign new sole partnering agreement
Agreement grants IHS the sole rights to include a wide range of CIRIA publications in The Construction Information Service. Brochure Available
News from CIRIA (22 November 2006)
New mid-range mini-excavator from Bobcat
Bobcat has expanded the company's excavator range with the launch of the new 329 mid-range mini-excavator model. Brochure Available
News from Bobcat (22 November 2006)
New OSMA StormLine from Wavin Plastics
New OSMA StormLine from Wavin Plastics has been installed in the Pride Homes exclusive development of luxury four-bedroom detached homes in Burridge, Southampton. Brochure Available
News from Wavin Plastics (22 November 2006)
Chris Pateman appointed BMF MD
BMF Board announce the appointment of Chris Pateman as Managing Director.
News from Builders Merchants Federation [BMF] (22 November 2006)
Danson house restored to former glory
User Application Article Danson House now includes some impressive 'period' gates and railings galvanized by South East Galvanizers .
News from Wedge Group Galvanizing (22 November 2006)
Wavin Plastics 'supplier of the year' Award
Wavin Plastics has been awarded 'supplier of the year' from Scottish Water for the hard work and commitment Wavin has given to the major water supplier. Brochure Available
News from Wavin Plastics (22 November 2006)
Wavin Plastics sponsor LABC Awards
Wavin Plastics has supported the Best Housing or Residential Project Award at the LABC (Local Authority Building Design) National Built In Quality Awards. Brochure Available
News from Wavin Plastics (22 November 2006)
Galvanizers Association: new Chairman
Phil Roberts, a Director of Medway Galvanising, has been appointed Chairman of Galvanizers Association.
News from Medway Galvanising (22 November 2006)
TRADA introduces Standards briefings for members
TRADA introduce a new briefing service for members to help them keep abreast of regulatory and other changes through 'timely and succinct summaries'.
News from Timber Research and Development Association (22 November 2006)
ISG InteriorExterior wins big fit out project
User Application Article ISG InteriorExterior has secured a large fit out project from commercial law firm Halliwells, in Manchester's high profile Spinningfields development.
News from ISG InteriorExterior (21 November 2006)
Marshalls wins Cardiff retail enhancement scheme
User Application Article Marshalls has won a GBP40k contract to supply a broad range of its materials for a retail enhancement scheme on Park Road, Witchurch, Cardiff.
News from Marshalls plc (21 November 2006)
Risk analysis software available to download free
BuildDesk U 3.2 software suite allows users to calculate accurate U-values for a wide range of building constructions and check for condensation risks.
News from BuildDesk (21 November 2006)
Acting on Stern environmental warning
Technical Background Article Acting on Stern environmental warning makes commercial sense says Utility Auditing.
News from Utility Auditing (21 November 2006)
Businesses losing out on climate change rebates
To help businesses understand more about the Climate Change Levy, how it affects them and how to claim a rebate, energyTEAM has produced a simple guide.
News from energyTEAM (21 November 2006)
Control equipment in sewage treatment plant
Emotron control equipment result in more reliable control, lower energy consumption and reduced wear on equipment in sewage treatment plants.
News from Emotron (21 November 2006)
Martindales increases production five-fold
Replacement door and window frame production at Martindales has increased five-fold in the past 12 months.
News from Martindales (21 November 2006)
Reducing construction industry mobile phone costs
TtMobiles demonstrate how the building industry is throwing money down the drain on mobile phones.
News from ttMobiles (21 November 2006)
Want a share in the timber frame boom?
UK Timber Frame Association (UKTFA) is hosting a free networking event for businesses in the North West..
News from UK Timber Frame Association (21 November 2006)
BASEC delivers warning on Home Condition Report
Technical Background Article British Approvals Service for Cables (BASEC) has branded the proposed Home Condition Report in the soon to be launched Home Information Pack futile unless it becomes a mandatory requirement.
News from BASEC (21 November 2006)
Awards win for HMCS maintenance contract
Strength of the three-way partnership between HMCS, managing agents EC Harris and maintenance contractor Cofathec has been recognised in the prestigious PFM Awards 2006.
News from EC Harris (21 November 2006)
Proctor group sponsor Skillbuild competition 2006
The A Proctor Group have provided their air permeable roofing membrane ROOFSHIELD for use in the Slating and Tiling section of the competition. Brochure Available
News from A Proctor Group (21 November 2006)
Roofshield vapour permeable roof underlay
User Application Article Stewart Milne Group has installed 8,000 m2 of Roofshield breather membrane on the new Forensic Psychiatric Unit at the Stobhill Hospital Glasgow. Brochure Available
News from A Proctor Group (21 November 2006)
Profloor Levelling System at Beetham Tower
User Application Article Profloor Levelling System is manufactured and marketed by the A.Proctor Group and offers many advantages in both new build and refurbishment situations. Brochure Available
News from A Proctor Group (21 November 2006)
SES is making a splash
User Application Article MandE company SES has completed the first of 2 PFI leisure centres in London.
News from SES Shepherd Engineering Services (21 November 2006)
First Trace Heating Systems in Salford Quays
User Application Article Underfloor heating specialist, First Trace Heating Direct, has supplied a range of products for the multi-million pound XQ7 development at Salford Quays.
News from First Trace Heating Direct (21 November 2006)
Grote Company uses COSMOS analysis software
User Application Article Software helps engineers choose the most promising designs by comparing and contrasting features and performance in virtual design environment.
News from SolidWorks Corporation (21 November 2006)
PVCu bead manufacturers BBA certificate
ProBead UK announce they are the only PVCu bead manufacturer to have a BBA certificate.
News from SAS (Europe) (21 November 2006)
'Hands on' approach to air tightness training
Chiltern Dynamics' Energy Services Department has been taking its 'Air Tightness Testing Explained' training events out onto site.
News from Chiltern Dynamics (21 November 2006)
Scafftag safety impact at Exhibitions
User Application Article Around 150 Laddertags are used at Earls Court and Olympias three different venues for concerts, exhibiting and hosting parties. Brochure Available
News from Scafftag (21 November 2006)
Affordable solutions for better forklift safety
User Application Article With the help of Scafftag's innovative tagging systems, better forklift safety, has helped prevent accidents and loss of life. Brochure Available
News from Scafftag (21 November 2006)
EC Harris expands team in Germany
International consultancy EC Harris in Germany has appointed an expert in the area of lenders and investors to expand its business as the market continues to grow.
News from EC Harris (21 November 2006)
Redstone constructs network for RIBA
User Application Article Redstone Plc has successfully delivered a substantial contract to provide RIBA Enterprises with a new data and telephony infrastructure across seven of its UK sites.
News from Redstone (21 November 2006)
New wide format scanner web site for CAD users
Softcover has launched www.scanners4CAD.com to provide CAD users with comparison charts, news, views and advice on large format scanners for CAD use.
News from Scanners4CAD (21 November 2006)
British company launch into architectural lighting
dp architectural lighting has been launched as Britain's newest manufacturer of high quality architectural luminaires.
News from dp architectural lighting (21 November 2006)
Marshalls Street Furniture launch Ferrocast range
Marshalls Street Furniture has launched its new Ferrocast Street Furniture range - both traditional and contemporary styled pieces.
News from Marshalls plc (20 November 2006)
New environmental project win for FS Partnership
User Application Article FS Partnership appointed as Professional Quantity Surveyors for new school project: Beaverwood School.
News from FS Partnership (20 November 2006)
Terreals terracotta style wins best website award
Terreal of France received a commendation at the Internet Awards for Construction and Real Estate.
News from Terreal (20 November 2006)
CIBSE bursary success for Hulley and Kirkwood
CIBSE Bursary success for Hulley and Kirkwood for 2nd year running.
News from Hulley & Kirkwood Consulting Engineers (20 November 2006)
Citect launch Meta, new benchmarking service
Meta allows corporate and plant managers to benchmark a balanced range of KPIs across plants, divisions and countries. Brochure Available
News from Citect (20 November 2006)
Major expansion for SATRA
SATRA is to invest, making the centre's furniture and floor coverings testing facility the largest in the UK.
News from SATRA Technology Centre (20 November 2006)
Buying legal timber for Europe
Technical Background Article More than 50 leading wood products buyers, suppliers and policy makers met to discuss how to buy legal wood for Europe.
News from Timber Trade Federation (20 November 2006)
Access chambers from Clark-Drain
User Application Article Clark-Drain's access chambers provide the solution at the Colchester Garrison Brochure Available
News from Clark-Drain (20 November 2006)
BIW help streamline design and construction
User Application Article House of Fraser adopts BIW application as standard information management platform.
News from BIW Technologies (20 November 2006)
In control of surface water
New 'SUDS' drainage system from Jones of Oswestry for efficient surface drainage and controlled release of water to the sewer.
News from Jones of Oswestry (20 November 2006)
Water wheel turns back the clock
User Application Article Magnificent steel water wheel, which has been galvanized by Newport Galvanizers , has helped usher in a new era for an historic corn mill in Powys.
News from Wedge Group Galvanizing (20 November 2006)
Merchants in for a grand Christmas
Christmas has come early for builders' merchants with the arrival of a seasonal marketing campaign launched by Baggeridge Brick.
News from Baggeridge Brick (20 November 2006)
Benefits of factory-fabricated trussed rafters
Member of the Trussed Rafter Association demonstrates the benefits of utilising factory-fabricated trussed rafters in non-domestic developments.
News from Trussed Rafter Association (20 November 2006)
Solray heating solution at Salisbury Hospital
User Application Article Solray Radiant Panels from Comyn Ching and Co, are providing the hygienic, low maintenance heating solution in the recently opened development at Salisbury District Hospital.
News from Comyn Ching & Co (Solray) (20 November 2006)
Persimmon ensures staff safety with Peoplesafe
Peoplesafe is a technically advanced lone worker safety device from Rocksure Systems, a leading supplier of personal security.
News from Rocksure Systems (20 November 2006)
The case for vinyl from Gerflor.
Technical Background Article Gerflor has produced a new brochure which details the company's sustainability and environmental credentials. Brochure Available
News from Gerflor (20 November 2006)
Spaceway wins fit out contract at Poujoulat
User Application Article Spaceway, a leading UK provider of integrated space solutions, has won the contract to fit out Poujoulat (UK) 's new UK HQ in Guildford, Surrey.
News from Spaceway South (20 November 2006)
BandB extends Blockmaster range
BandB Attachments launch new version of BlockMaster range with a special fork mounted, overhead rotating grab which is specifically aimed at builders' merchants.
News from B and B Attachments (20 November 2006)
ISG Totty Building chalks up another education win
User Application Article Totty Building has picked up another public sector education win with project at Hilbre High School on the Wirral.
News from ISG Totty (20 November 2006)
Norbain SD and Protec Fire Detection
Norbain SD and Protec Fire Detection have received official certification from Pelco for the Endura network-based video security system.
News from Norbain SD (20 November 2006)
Martin Baker add more Breezair Cooling Systems
User Application Article Following the system's success, rtin Baker has fitted Breezair coolers into its Auto Anodising, NDT department and catering unit.
News from Seeley International (Europe) (20 November 2006)
UK Hardware announces ambitious growth plans
UK Hardware Distribution Limited has announced ambitious growth plans to create a group within the UK over the next two years.
News from UK Hardware Distribution (20 November 2006)
Scott Brothers exhibits Pack-Mate Collection
Scott Brothers will be exhibiting its complete Pack-Mate range of protect and store solutions at Spring Fair 2007 at the NEC, Birmingham.
News from Scott Brothers (20 November 2006)
JJO launch Castille kitchen in natural oak
JandJ Ormerod introduces the Castille kitchen in Natural Oak to its solid oak kitchen range.
News from J & J Ormerod (20 November 2006)
New regional director for TPS in Scotland
Design and professional services company TPS has appointed Brian Sanderson as the new Regional Director of its Scotland office.
News from TPS (20 November 2006)
Weir Estate water-proofed with Hi-Therm system
User Application Article Five housing blocks on a post war estate in the South West of London have been re-roofed using the Hi-Therm system from Tremco illbruck.
News from Tremco illbruck (20 November 2006)
Echelon and Altera Partner power line networking
Echelon and Altera Partner to bring low cost power line networking to home appliances.
News from Echelon (20 November 2006)
Ethernet Direct partners with INTROL Group
Ethernet Direct Corporation announce the cooperation with INTROL Group in Poland, the top 500 enterprise in Europe.
News from Ethernet Direct (20 November 2006)
Acrilex introduces neon lights acrylic sheets
Acrilex, a leading producer and distributor of high-end custom-colored acrylics, announces its Acriglas Neon Lights series of acrylic sheets.
News from Acrilex (20 November 2006)
Metabo introduces three-speed heat gun
Metabo Corporation has just introduced a three-speed heat gun with air temperatures that vary from 120 to 1,100F.
News from Metabo (20 November 2006)
Building Adhesives launch trailblazing website.
BAL, the leading tile adhesive and grout manufacturer, has launched its pioneering new website, incorporating a range of new features that include an innovative interactive forum.
News from Building Adhesives (20 November 2006)
Schneider Electric brings 'Big Rewards'
Schneider Electric brings Big Rewards Electrical contractors can get a host of gifts from Schneider Electric in the company's 'Big Reward' promotion.
News from Schneider Electric (20 November 2006)
REHAU-Heritage awarded EN12608 Approval
New REHAU-Heritage vertical slider system has been awarded EN12608 approval enabling fabricators to produce windows with the coveted BS7412 Kitemark.
News from REHAU (20 November 2006)
Client demand now green building practice driver
Technical Background Article Architects predict significant increases in practice of sustainable design, according to 2006 Autodesk Green Index. Brochure Available
News from Autodesk (20 November 2006)
FETA signs agreement with HandV Exhibition
The Federation of Environmental Trade Associations (FETA) has exclusively backed the HandV Exhibition as the heating and ventilating industry's national event.
News from H&V Exhibition (20 November 2006)
Westwood Security Shutters expansion plan
Westwood Security Shutters announce purchase of a fully automated rolling mill to manufacture roller shutter lathes.
News from Westwood Security Shutters (20 November 2006)
New guide to doorkits released
Fitting internal doorkits is now even easier thanks to the new ready fit doorkit guide from JELD-WEN.
News from JELD-WEN (20 November 2006)
IPHE CEO calls for Plumbers to have Chartered Body
Blane Judd, Chief Executive of the Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering, asked delegates at BR Conference to support bid for chartered status.
News from Institute of Plumbing & Heating Engineering (20 November 2006)
Sustainable energy and residential sector
AMA Research have published the 2nd Edition of the 'Sustainable Energy and Products in the Residential Sector - UK 2006'.
News from AMA Research (20 November 2006)
Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment
AMA Research has published the 1st Edition of the 'Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration Equipment Market - UK 2006' report.
News from AMA Research (20 November 2006)
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