News releases on Buildingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 26 November
to Saturday 2 December 2006
Modular surge arrester with advanced protection
Dehn UK has introduced a modular version of the Dehnguard surge arrester featuring a number of advanced protection features.
News from Dehn (UK) ( 1 December 2006)
Uncertainty in UK Civil Engineering Industry
Plimsoll study of the UK's leading civil engineering companies has shown that few are fully in control of their overall business strategy.
News from Plimsoll Publishing ( 1 December 2006)
T5 experience puts a3g in good position
Newly-formed accessibility and physical security partnership a3g appears well placed as a potential supplier to the 2012 Olympics.
News from A3G ( 1 December 2006)
Growth in multifamily housing stocks
Technical Background Article Rising population rates will drive US building industry through an increased need for multifamily developments and clustered home construction
News from International Barrier Technology ( 1 December 2006)
'Inclusive Design': Designing out disability
User Application Article Habinteg Housing Association in partnership with interior designer Alison Wright have created innovative, elegant, 21st century kitchens and bathrooms.
News from Habinteg Housing Association ( 1 December 2006)
Forestry Commission 'Forestry Statistics 2006'
Forestry Commission publish 'Forestry Statistics 2006', an annual publication presenting statistics on woodland, forestry and primary wood processing in the United Kingdom.
News from Forestry Commission ( 1 December 2006)
Translucent cladding system outstanding insulation
User Application Article Kalwall translucent cladding insulated with Nanogel aerated silica has provided thermal insulation performance equivalent to a solid wall at a major new school extension.
News from Cabot Corporation ( 1 December 2006)
Buderus commercial - just a click away
Buderus new commercial boiler website has been developed especially for contractors, heating system specifiers and building services managers.
News from Buderus ( 1 December 2006)
'Very successful year' for BRE Trust
Neville Simms, Chairman of the BRE Trust, speaking at the BRE Trust's AGM, gave details about 'a very successful year' for the BRE Trust.
News from BRE ( 1 December 2006)
Drinks company orders another Britannia Lift
User Application Article Britannia Lift has installed a scissor type goods lift for the manufacturer of some of the worlds most famous drink brands.
News from Britannia Lift ( 1 December 2006)
STG celebrates fifth award of the year
Strategic Team Group has celebrated its fifth award of 2006 by scooping the People Makes Performance Award at the first Wakefield District Business Awards.
News from Strategic Team Group (STG) ( 1 December 2006)
Tyco in major CCTV upgrade
User Application Article Tyco Traffic and Transportation in major CCTV upgrade for Islington Borough and Emirates Stadium.
News from Tyco Traffic & Transportation ( 1 December 2006)
Specially tailored heat recovery systems installed
User Application Article Specially tailored heat recovery systems installed in homes at the rate of two a day thanks to a contract involving Johnson and Starley for residents of the London Borough of Waltham Forest Brochure Available
News from Johnson and Starley ( 1 December 2006)
Kawneer in frame with new curtain walling system
Curtain walling system that looks like a picture frame system but is quicker and easier to install is the latest addition to Kawneer's range of architectural aluminium systems. Brochure Available
News from Kawneer UK ( 1 December 2006)
Another successful IPHE conference
The IPHE's Women in Plumbing Group held another successful conference at the Union Jack Club, London.
News from Institute of Plumbing & Heating Engineering ( 1 December 2006)
SAS International ceiling system for new academy
User Application Article Work on recently completed Grace Academy included the selection of SAS's advanced System 600 metal suspended acoustic ceiling rafts.
News from SAS International ( 1 December 2006)
More new residents at Oats Royd Mill
User Application Article Lowry Renaissance conversion of Oats Royd Mill has just welcomed residents to the development's 3rd and final phase.
News from Lowry Homes ( 1 December 2006)
Lowry Homes stunning Salford Quays apartments
User Application Article Lowry Homes' stunning 14 storey Salford Quays apartments development, XQ7, reports no interruption to the continuing rise in its remarkable sales performance.
News from Lowry Homes ( 1 December 2006)
Business owners failing to provide for retirement
Technical Background Article Mace and Jones, a leading law firm, is warning business owners to beware of failing to put aside enough money to provide for their retirement.
News from Mace & Jones ( 1 December 2006)
Thorworld putting on a Show in 2007
Thorworld Industries has confirmed its participation at the two main UK materials handling events in 2007 - IMHX 2007 and 'Materials Handling Live'.
News from Thorworld Industries ( 1 December 2006)
TRADA Technology dates for 2007 grading courses
TRADA Technology popular timber grading courses include visual strength grading of both softwoods and temperate hardwoods and grading of scaffold boards.
News from TRADA Technology ( 1 December 2006)
Vista APTS seminar on CCTV and security
Vista will be holding a seminar on CCTV and security considerations at this year's APTS show in London.
News from Norbain SD ( 1 December 2006)
Fast installation of Metsec infill walling
User Application Article Metsec's SFS site fixed, light gauge, galvanised steel framing was chosen as infill walling for a new GBP23 million school in Coventry because of its fast and dry installation.
News from Metsec ( 1 December 2006)
Budget pressure sensor
TK industrial pressure transmitter is a budget pressure sensor with a moderate accuracy developed for pneumatic automation and hydraulic system applications.
News from SensorsOne (30 November 2006)
Duraseal all-in-one spacer system cuts costs
Insulating glass manufacturers, window companies, specifiers and building occupants can all benefit from the Duraseal spacer system from Tremco illbruck. .
News from Tremco illbruck (30 November 2006)
Ecologically sound paint competitively priced
Natural Building Technologies new range of emulsion trade paints are environmentally sound and competitively priced.
News from Natural Building Technologies (30 November 2006)
NBT launches Pavaclad wall systems
Natural Building Technologies is launching Pavaclad, a new external wall system, with stunningly impressive U-values down to 0.16 W/m2K.
News from Natural Building Technologies (30 November 2006)
Are you ready for the NEW CIS Tax Scheme?
JNC Construction Solution's, latest product, 'NEW CISTax50', operates seamlessly in conjunction with the well proven Sage Line 50 accounting programme.
News from JNC Solutions (30 November 2006)
New software to simplify maintenance management
Maintenance Manager 50 is a fully functional system to simplify the management of building maintenance works for the smaller business in the construction industry.
News from JNC Solutions (30 November 2006)
Fibre cement rainscreen cladding panels
Marley Eternit's extensive range of fibre cement rainscreen cladding panels has won BBA certification. Brochure Available
News from Marley Eternit (30 November 2006)
Walnut Motorsport launches Formula Construct
Walnut Motorsport announce the ultimate arrive and drive karting competition for the UK Construction Industry, Formula Construct.
News from Walnut Motorsport (30 November 2006)
Aqata brings style and luxury to bathrooms
Aqata has added the finishing touches with the launch of its new Aqata Collection of stylish bathroom accessories
News from Aqata (30 November 2006)
Air admittance valves for above ground drainage
FloPlast are first company in the world to achieve BSI Kitemark certification for their air admittance valves for above ground drainage systems.
News from BSI Product Services (30 November 2006)
CMS Acoustics launch High Impact Mat
CMS Acoustic Solutions has launched CMS High Impact Mat, a highly durable commercial and industrial floor covering.
News from CMS Acoustics (30 November 2006)
Ahmarra wins coveted BAA framework agreement
User Application Article Ahmarra will supply around 1500 doorsets per annum for the BAA buildings portfolio.
News from Ahmarra Wood Products (30 November 2006)
Update on Oswald Report on London 2012 Games
Chairman of the IOC Coordination Commission, Denis Oswald, told his EB colleagues that he remained very happy with the development and progress taking place for the London 2012 Olympic Games
News from London 2012 Games (30 November 2006)
HAPAS Approvals for Highway Paints
BBA has announced the completion of the Technical Guideline setting out how Highway Paints will be assessed under the requirements of the Highways Authorities Product Approval Scheme. Brochure Available
News from British Board of Agrement (30 November 2006)
Modern balcony styles favour glazed balustrading
VBS is at the forefront of innovation and value engineering in the design, manufacture and installation of stainless steel, glass and aluminium balustrades and Juliette balconies.
News from Balcony Systems (30 November 2006)
BRE Ireland partnership is announced
BRE and partners the University of Limerick and Limerick Institute of Technology have announced the creation of BRE Ireland.
News from BRE (30 November 2006)
APEM launches sealed rocker switches
APEM Components announces the release of the KR Series, a family of sealed rocker switches.
News from Apem Components (30 November 2006)
Sealux shower tray and bath seal
Technical Background Article Sealux explain how problems that arise with waterproofing walls over shower trays and baths can be overcome.
News from Sealux (30 November 2006)
Husqvarna Construction Products launches new brand
Husqvarna Construction Products' has chosen to assemble its brands under a single joint brand: Husqvarna.
News from Husqvarna Construction Products (30 November 2006)
GBW performance recognised
GBW have recently won an award from the Window Fitter's Mate who are one of the most dynamic companies in the plastics distribution arena.
News from GBW Panels (30 November 2006)
Multi-media tutorials on pipe tools web-site
Pipeslice tutorial gives users step-by-step instructions on how to get the most out of the tool.
News from Pipe-Prep (30 November 2006)
Polyflor keeps it quiet at school
User Application Article Innovative acoustic system from Polyflor are specially designed to meet more stringent sound insulation regulations for school buildings.
News from Polyflor (30 November 2006)
Recipe for uncertainty in UK Construction Industry
Technical Background Article Study of the UK's leading construction companies, by business analysts Plimsoll, has shown that few are fully in control of their overall business strategy.
News from Plimsoll Publishing (30 November 2006)
Technical programme for Rapra REACH Conference
Technical programme announced for Rapra Technology's first international REACH Conference.
News from Smithers Rapra (30 November 2006)
Tyco appoints Specialist Channels Sales Manager
Tyco Thermal Controls appoints Rob Boland as UK Sales Manager for Specialist Channels
News from Tyco Thermal Controls (30 November 2006)
Lime renders for eco-friendly homes
Being natural and sustainable, lime based products are ecologically sound, have low embodied energy and are ideal for both new build and refurbishment projects.
News from Natural Building Technologies (30 November 2006)
GDS installs innovative outdoor displays
User Application Article Global Display Solutions has installed its ground-breaking outdoor displays at a major Orlando Theme Park.
News from GDS (30 November 2006)
Qualicoat the standard for powder coating
Specifiers, fabricators and end users should all specify the Qualicoat standard in all their work to ensure the excellent quality that architectural powder coatings can achieve .
News from Qualicoat (UK & Ireland) (30 November 2006)
Solarcentury wins Sunday Times RandD Award
Solarcentury, the UK's leading solar energy company, has won The Sunday Times Tech Track 100 research and development award.
News from Solarcentury (30 November 2006)
Dealing with dangerous metals in Aluminium
Chemetall launch Gardobond X4707 which is a chromium-free pre-treatment system for architectural aluminium.
News from Chemetall Speciality Chemicals (30 November 2006)
Workmates gears up for London Olympics
Workmates, the nationwide construction recruitment agency, is opening a second London office to help contractors fill labour shortages in the run up to the 2012 Olympics.
News from Workmates (29 November 2006)
Business IT service provider of the year
Causeway Technologies, a leading supplier of software solutions to construction industry, has been voted 'Business IT Service Provider of the Year' at the Construction Computing Awards 2006.
News from Causeway Technologies (29 November 2006)
Green light for timber transport projects
User Application Article Four new projects aiming to minimise the impact of timber transport on Scotland's rural roads have been awarded a cash boost of over GBP1 million from the STTF.
News from Forestry Commission (29 November 2006)
Wegoma commits to Glassex
With a stand that reflects the size of the company, Wegoma is returning to Glassex 2007 with a host of specialist machinery for the fenestration industry.
News from Glassex (29 November 2006)
Secured By Design joins forces with Glassex
Wanting to increase its appeal to the hardware and public sector markets, Glassex has entered into a close partnership with Secured By Design to support the 2007 exhibition
News from Glassex (29 November 2006)
Top construction professor joins Inspector Home
Inspector Home announce that Professor James Sommerville has joined the board of Inspector Home as a non-executive director.
News from Inspector Home (29 November 2006)
Multibuild chosen to provide hotel room service
User Application Article Multibuild announce award of five new hotel extension contracts worth well over GBP3.5 million.
News from Multibuild (29 November 2006)
NES strengthens Manchester headquarters
Specialist technical, engineering, rail and IT recruitment company, NES has strengthened its Manchester-based team with the appointment of Vicky Eadon.
News from NES Group (29 November 2006)
ISG Jackson new social housing framework deals
User Application Article ISG Jackson continues to highlight its credentials within the competitive social housing sector with the announcement of two further framework partnerships.
News from ISG Jackson (29 November 2006)
ECM Solution from The Content Group
User Application Article WSP contracts The Content Group for Enterprise Content Management System.
News from Content Group (29 November 2006)
Bexleyheath School wins Education Business Award
User Application Article Bexleyheath School has been awarded the first ever Education Business Award for Best PFI (Private Finance Initiative) School.
News from Investors in the Community (29 November 2006)
Automatic desalination control in cooling towers
New ICT 1 inductive conductivity sensor from ProMinent Fluid Controls can be used in conjunction with their 'Cool-Control' system for fully automatic desalination control in cooling towers.
News from ProMinent Fluid Controls (UK) (29 November 2006)
South West Eco-Homes wins golden national acclaim
South West Eco-Homes has won Gold for Best Sustainable Development of the year at The Daily Telegraph, What House? Awards 2006
News from Ecos Trust (29 November 2006)
Crane Care launches the Quadrix into UK
Crane Care, has launched HBC-radiomatic's brand new Quadrix handset onto the domestic market.
News from Crane Care (29 November 2006)
EC Harris move to Kings Cross growth area
EC Harris is set to unveil its new London office, signalling a further evolution of the country's biggest multi-discipline built asset consultancy.
News from EC Harris (29 November 2006)
ISG Totty Building communicates success at school
User Application Article ISG Totty Building secures a project from Kirklees Metropolitan Borough Council to carry out fast-track refurbishment programme at Honley High School.
News from ISG Totty (29 November 2006)
Kimpton puts the brakes on noisy plant
User Application Article Problems caused by noisy testing plant at an engineering firm have been overcome thanks to an installation by local noise management specialists, Kimpton Acoustics
News from Kimpton Acoustics (29 November 2006)
Sweeter Pelco deal with Norbain
Pelco has announced the release of its new DVR5100 series with an added bonus for all Norbain SD customers.
News from Norbain SD (29 November 2006)
Euroclad wins Dartford distribution centre
User Application Article Euroclad has been chosen by Sharkey and Co to supply metal roofing and cladding systems for ProLogis Development 's giant new distribution centre. Brochure Available
News from Euroclad (29 November 2006)
AMA Research: 'Lighting Market - UK 2006'
AMA Research has published 'Lighting Market - UK 2006' report which incorporates original research and is a comprehensive and up-to-date review of the UK lighting market.
News from AMA Research (29 November 2006)
New Univent overfascia ventilator for roof eaves
Celuform's Univent overfascia eaves protector can be used with flat and profiled roof coverings, is easy and simple to fit, and is perfect for both new build and refurbishment.
News from Celuform (29 November 2006)
Castle Cement honours a promise
Honouring a promise, a donation from Castle Cement has enabled College Lake Wildlife Centre, near Tring in Hertfordshire, to reopen after major landscaping work.
News from Castle Cement (29 November 2006)
Schal builds on 25 years success
Schal, the client project management division of TPS, has opened a new office in London.
News from TPS (29 November 2006)
Jaga oXygen system breathes new life into school
User Application Article Haydon Wick Primary has recently installed the oXygen air refreshment system from Jaga Heating Products to provide good air quality and safe heating.
News from Jaga Heating Products (29 November 2006)
Wisdom Of Sage In Using Pilkington
User Application Article Double glazed laminated Pilkington Planar from Pilkington Building Productshas been used to stunning effect at Sage Group HQ.
News from Pilkington Building Products UK (29 November 2006)
Health and safety red tape turns off builders
Technical Background Article HBXLsurvey has revealed that over a third of builders say that health and safety red tape is putting them off the building industry.
News from HBXL (29 November 2006)
HBXL personal estimating demos prove popular
Set up by building software specialists HBXL, the demonstration works through an internet connection linking the builder's computer to HBXL.
News from HBXL (29 November 2006)
H and S Xpert relieves self builders headaches
New health and safety package has been launched by leading building software specialists HBXL
News from HBXL (29 November 2006)
ProgeCAD Viewer DWG compatible with AutoCAD
progeSOFT announces progeCAD Viewer DWG, now compatible with AutoCAD 2007 Drawings.
News from ProgeSoft (29 November 2006)
L.A. Harbor College breaks new ground
User Application Article New technology building will include Transportation Security Administration and Homeland Security training programs - unique in Los Angeles.
News from LA Community College District (29 November 2006)
Courtmasters swing into action
User Application Article Sports floor specialist contractors, Courtmasters, have completed work on a West London leisure centre using Becker Acroma's Parquet One lacquer. Brochure Available
News from Becker Acroma (29 November 2006)
Korenix is fastest industrial Ethernet control
Korenix delivers the fastest industrial Ethernet control in the world over fiber.
News from Korenix Technology (28 November 2006)
New contract cladding range from Cadre Components
Cadre Components have introduced a range of contract cladding - a new architectural cladding system in cassette type form.
News from Cadre Components (28 November 2006)
Spanish City and seafront plans submitted
User Application Article Plans for the regeneration of the Spanish City and seafront at Whitley Bay have been submitted to North Tyneside Council's planning department.
News from Places for People (28 November 2006)
Biscoe + Stanton sustainable residential scheme
User Application Article Biscoe + Stanton has announced that 'Blue Quarter', an environmentally-friendly housing development in Maidstone is now under construction.
News from Biscoe+Stanton Architects (28 November 2006)
Solarcentury adds to senior team
Solarcentury announced the appointment of two new members to its executive team as they expand operations in UK and Europe.
News from Solarcentury (28 November 2006)
New anti-scald thermostatic mixing valves
Pegler has launched a new range of anti-scald thermostatic mixing valves designed to deliver safe hot water at home and in the community.
News from Pegler (28 November 2006)
CIOB and Construction Scholarships
Chartered Institute of Building partners with Manchester Business School Worldwide to offer Construction Scholarships.
News from Chartered Institute of Building [CIOB] (28 November 2006)
Bell new Europe-wide used equipment strategy
Bell Equipment has appointed an experienced industry professional to drive the company's new strategic approach to used equipment sales across Europe.
News from Bell Equipment UK (28 November 2006)
OCS charged with Metropolitan Police fit-up job
User Application Article OCS property support services group was charged with a major building services installation for the Metropolitan Police which has been successfully completed on schedule.
News from OCS (28 November 2006)
Woodworking team grows at Martindales
Martindales has just recruited its 20th woodworking craftsman to cope with demand for repair and replacement of high-quality wood doors.
News from Martindales (28 November 2006)
Version One at International Environmental Awards
Version One, author of 'paperless office' software, wins gold award in science, technology and aerospace category of this year's International Green Apple Environmental Awards.
News from Version One (28 November 2006)
New home repairs service in London
User Application Article ASRA Greater London Housing Association has taken on two contractors to operate its home repairs service.
News from LHA-ASRA Group (28 November 2006)
Skip Hire TV has arrived
Skip hire market innovators Topskips launch Topskips TV where users can see and hear (rather than read) everything they need to know about skip hire across the UK.
News from topskips.com (28 November 2006)
Building apprentice scheme invests in youth
Linford Group has recruited 10 young builders to its stonemasonry, carpentry and bricklaying apprentice scheme.
News from Linford Group (28 November 2006)
Devon hospital project for Celcon Aircrete
User Application Article Light weight and acoustic properties win Devon hospital project for Celcon Aircrete
News from H+H Celcon (28 November 2006)
Mitsubishi Electric cubical flushed with success
User Application Article Mitsubishi Electric launch series of easy-installation space-saving free-standing cubicle drives. Brochure Available
News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems (28 November 2006)
AMEC helps BSI launch specification for partnering
AMEC helps BSI launch the world's first specification for partnering.
News from AMEC (28 November 2006)
New range of linked LEDs from Dialight Lumidrives
Dialight Lumdrives has launched its new LINKLED IP range based on its original LINKLED RGB system.
News from Dialight Lumidrives (28 November 2006)
Initial contacts 'big dig' assisted by Instarmac
User Application Article Instarmac's Ultracrete Flowpoint and Ultracrete EPR-9 were finally chosen as part of 'Big Dig' programme for the renewal and regeneration of Liverpool.
News from Instarmac Group (28 November 2006)
Cooper provides lighting scheme for College
User Application Article Cooper Lighting and Security has supplied nearly 1500 fluorescent luminaires of various types for the lighting scheme at the impressive new Matthew Boulton College building in Birmingham.
News from Cooper Lighting and Safety (28 November 2006)
Portable in-line boring and welding machines
Butters AMT appointed as Sir Meccanica's exclusive distributor in UK and Ireland, for its popular WS range of portable, combined in-line boring and welding machines.
News from Butters AMT (28 November 2006)
Stunning spiral stairs for Dublin architects
User Application Article Spiral construction have recently designed and installed a stunning concrete spiral staircase in the atrium of the new Dublin offices occupied by leading Architects, De Blacam and Meagher. Brochure Available
News from Spiral Construction (28 November 2006)
Gordon Russell uses SolidWorks 3D CAD software
User Application Article Gordon Russell decks out high-profile boardrooms with furniture designed in SolidWorks.
News from SolidWorks Corporation (28 November 2006)
Stone Federation biennial natural stone awards
Death of Russian former spy Alexander Litvinenko had unexpected repercussions at Stone Federation biennial Natural Stone Awards.
News from Stone Federation Great Britain (28 November 2006)
Symmons luxury faucets for the kitchen
Symmons announces the launch of an innovative collection of pull-out kitchen faucets for the home.
News from Symmons Industries (28 November 2006)
Symmons two-handle lavatory faucet
Symmons, a premier manufacturer of commercial and residential plumbing products, offers the new Lexington two-handle lavatory faucet.
News from Symmons Industries (28 November 2006)
Symmons single-handle lavatory faucet
Symmons, a premier manufacturer of commercial and residential plumbing products, offers the new Sereno single-handle lavatory faucet.
News from Symmons Industries (28 November 2006)
Citect role in environmental business cluster
Citect to play a key role in the world's first environmental business cluster. Brochure Available
News from Citect (28 November 2006)
Hand held scanner produces virtual models
Handyscan 3D is a new concept in 3D scanning is being introduced to the UK by modeling and prototyping specialists Unimatic. Brochure Available
News from Unimatic Engineers (28 November 2006)
New Managing Director for Silverdell
Silverdell, a leading asbestos remediation contractor nationally announce Ashley Griffiths has been promoted from Director to Managing Director of Silverdell (UK) .
News from Silverdell (27 November 2006)
New venue for Aluminium in Renovation Awards
Council for Aluminium in Building, organisers of the 'UK Aluminium in Renovation Awards', have selected the East Midlands Conference Centre for the awards dinner and presentation.
News from Council for Aluminium in Building (CAB) (27 November 2006)
Dubai Festival City: another major Coopers project
User Application Article Coopers has been selected to supply a fire and smoke containment barrier systems for Al-Futtaim Group's 'City within a City'.
News from Coopers Fire & Smoke Engineeering (27 November 2006)
Panduit new cable tie installation tool
Panduit introduces the PTH pneumatic installation tool for standard through heavy cross section cable ties.
News from Panduit (27 November 2006)
Hattersley lead the field at Ascot Racecourse
User Application Article Hattersley have supplied hundreds of control valves for the massive plant room of the main grandstand at the newly developed Ascot Racecourse.
News from Hattersley (27 November 2006)
Mek-Tek MBP for Yorkshire ready-mix company
User Application Article Mek-Tek MBP, Britain's only manufacturer of mobile volumetric concrete mixers, has supplied a new six cubic metre MBP6 to Yorkshire-based Spot-On Concrete.
News from Mek-Tek (27 November 2006)
THB on how to save energy, save the planet
Technical Background Article Traditional Housing Bureau says we should do more and consider how our homes, and the materials used to build them can help save the planet.
News from Traditional Housing Bureau (27 November 2006)
Property and construction industry jobsite
workinproperty.com is an Internet job site dedicated to those looking to work in, or recruit for the property and construction industry.
News from workin.com (27 November 2006)
New Bobcat LT414 High-Flow Trencher
New high-flow trencher attachment, the LT414, is now available from Bobcat. Brochure Available
News from Bobcat (27 November 2006)
ISG Totty puts away latest deal at HMP Preston
User Application Article Latest project at HMP Preston will see ISG Totty strip the existing roof on the Victorian chapel building and replace this with a modern pitched composite metal roof design.
News from ISG Totty (27 November 2006)
Businesses responsible for own fire exits
Signkit low voltage FE LED fire exit sign could provide small businesses that are now responsible for their Fire Safety Order with a low maintenance solution.
News from Signbox (27 November 2006)
WRAP welcomes commitment to specifying recycled
User Application Article WRAP (the Waste and Resources Action Programme) has welcomed the Scottish Executive's decision to take forward proposals for minimum levels of recycled content in public sector procurement.
News from WRAP (27 November 2006)
Round five of organics capital support competition
Technical Background Article Round five of the Organics Capital Support Programme has been launched by WRAP to help businesses increase their production of BSI PAS 100 certified composted material.
News from WRAP (27 November 2006)
Construction industry urged to halve waste by 2012
User Application Article The Sustainability Forum, together with WRAP, call on the construction industry to achieve 50% cut in materials waste going to landfill by 2012.
News from WRAP (27 November 2006)
AMEC major store upgrade programme for M and S
User Application Article AMEC has been appointed by Marks and Spencer to manage a multi-million pound programme to redevelop two stores in Liverpool and Edinburgh.
News from AMEC (27 November 2006)
Infrastructure opportunities for stainless
BSSA Director, Nigel Ward, highlights the opportunity for stainless steel reinforcement in the rebuilding of the UK's infrastructure
News from British Stainless Steel Association (27 November 2006)
Solar-powered heating and warm air dehumidifier
SolarVenti launches world's first solar-powered combination water heater and warm air dehumidifier for houses and second homes.
News from SolarVenti UK (27 November 2006)
Robinson win CIAT Award for school design
User Application Article Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists presented Robinson Architects with the 'Highly Commended' award for its Primary School design.
News from Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT). (27 November 2006)
Premier Mortars supply RTU mortar in Midlands
Major contracts see Premier Mortars supply its RTU mortar to housing and commercial schemes throughout the Midlands.
News from Marshalls plc (27 November 2006)
Major contract for Marshalls Natural Stone
User Application Article Marshalls Natural Stone has secured a significant order to supply its granite paving, setts and channelling for three main streets in the heart of Liverpool city centre.
News from Marshalls plc (27 November 2006)
Ethernet Direct established in Asia Pacific
Ethernet Direct, professional and primary provider of Industrial Networking and communication solutions, announce the establishment of Ethernet Direct Asia Pacific Sdn.
News from Ethernet Direct (27 November 2006)
Metsec infills Ipswich hospital extension
User Application Article Light gauge steel structural specialist, Metsec, has supplied SFS site fixed, light gauge, galvanised steel framing as infill walling on a GBP26m extension for The Ipswich Hospital NHS Trust.
News from Metsec (27 November 2006)
A lesson in lacquer from Becker Acroma
Becker Acroma's Parquet Floor Protection Range has been used this month to demonstrate lacquer application techniques to contractors in a training day. Brochure Available
News from Becker Acroma (27 November 2006)
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