News releases on Buildingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 17 December
to Saturday 23 December 2006
National Homebuilding and Renovating Show
National Homebuilding and Renovating Show - the UK's biggest ever show for building, renovating, remodelling or improving your home.
News from Centaur Exhibitions (22 December 2006)
Edgetech sponsors Glassex Energy Efficiency Zone
As sponsors of the Glassex 2007 Energy Efficiency Zone, Edgetech is fully supporting the new initiatives at the exhibition.
News from Glassex (22 December 2006)
BSI Product Services returns to Glassex
As a regular Glassex Exhibitor, BSI Product Services is returning in 2007 with a host of services for the fenestration industry.
News from Glassex (22 December 2006)
Second time round for CK International at Glassex
User Application Article CK International epitomises the diversity of products and services available at Glassex 2007.
News from Glassex (22 December 2006)
Debut at Glassex for Glass Technics
User Application Article Glass Technics is making its debut at Glassex 2007 with a host of specialist products for glass repair.
News from Glassex (22 December 2006)
Promac Group continues unbroken Glassex run
User Application Article Machinery specialists, Promac Group, will once again be the largest exhibitor at Glassex 2007, occupying a site adjacent to the Energy Efficiency Zone.
News from Glassex (22 December 2006)
Win the use of a Citroen Van from Supertrucks
User Application Article The chance to drive a brand new Citroen Berlingo van is on offer from Supertrucks at this year's Glassex exhibition.
News from Glassex (22 December 2006)
Preassembled pistons for Mixpac Dispensing System
ConProTec introduces its new preassembled pistons for its MIXPAC Hand-Held Cartridge Dispensing System for 2-component adhesives.
News from Sulzer Mixpac USA (22 December 2006)
Klaxon and Sirena strategic partnership
Sound signalling specialist Klaxon Signals has formed a new strategic partnership with German industrial distributor Sirena .
News from Klaxon Signals (22 December 2006)
Dimplex commercial range expansion
UK electric space and water heating market leader Dimplex has expanded its range of new products for the commercial market. Brochure Available
News from Dimplex UK (22 December 2006)
CH2M HILL wins 2006 BE Award
CH2M HILL has won a 2006 BE Award for its American Electric Power - Mitchell and Mountaineer CPS Treatment Plants project in West Virginia.
News from Bentley Systems (22 December 2006)
Energy savings made simple for lighting
Lubio lighting control systems from Merlin Gerin, a Brand of Schneider Electric offer savings of between 20 and 40%.
News from Schneider Electric (22 December 2006)
Gradus new additions to the XT Range
Gradus Accessories has launched a second wave of XT aluminium stair edgings, in order to provide a complete family of stair edgings.
News from Gradus Group (22 December 2006)
BioRegional response to zero carbon homes
Technical Background Article BioRegional's response to UK government's announcements on zero carbon homes.
News from BioRegional Development Group (22 December 2006)
Come out of the dark with Vista's new IR cameras
Vista has released a new range of Infra-Red cameras to compliment their popular VVRD4V9 vandal resistant domes.
News from Norbain SD (22 December 2006)
Easilift hygienic loading bays for Arla
User Application Article Easilift Loading Systems chosen to supply and install equipment for 23 loading bays at Arla Foods' GBP75 million state-of-the-art dairy at Stourton, Leeds.
News from Easilift Loading Systems (22 December 2006)
IECEx flameproof gland certification
Kopex International is the first manufacturer of electrical conduit to gain IECEx certification for one of its products.
News from Kopex International (22 December 2006)
Generator hire division wins influx of contracts
Generator Associates continued expansion into the generator hire market earlier this year has gone from strength to strength.
News from Generator Associates (22 December 2006)
Bristol family win in south-west housing survey
Places for People conduct census of its 130,000 customers to find out how they feel their local communities can be improved.
News from Places for People (22 December 2006)
Ecophon focus for echoing estate agency
User Application Article Refurbishment of a successful estate agency included installation of articulate ceiling system supplied by Ecophon to help overcome problems of sound reverberation. Brochure Available
News from Ecophon (22 December 2006)
New Forestry Commissioners for Wales appointed
Her Majesty the Queen has approved the appointment of Jon Owen Jones and Judith Webb as non-executive Forestry Commissioners for Wales.
News from Forestry Commission (22 December 2006)
ESAB Automation Combirex CXL-P CNC cutting machine
New literature has been published on ESAB Automation's Combirex CXL-P CNC cutting machine. Brochure Available
News from ESAB Cutting Systems (22 December 2006)
Major Report on Access Equipment Market - UK 2006
The seventh major review of the UK Access Equipment Market has just recently published by AMA Research.
News from AMA Research (21 December 2006)
The Dulas ethical building ethos
User Application Article DTI have chosen Dulas to install small scale renewable energy solutions into schools, hospitals and other public sector buildings.
News from Dulas (21 December 2006)
SolidWorks design and COSMOS analysis software
SolidWorks' growing support of robot design competitions fuels student interest in engineering.
News from SolidWorks Corporation (21 December 2006)
Major Report on the Plant Hire Market - UK 2006
Fifth major review of the Plant Hire Market - UK 2006 has just been published by AMA Research.
News from AMA Research (21 December 2006)
New Load and Lift Garage Storage Solution
Scott Brothers launches new load and lift garage storage solution specially designed to create garage space and prevent garage-related injuries.
News from Scott Brothers (21 December 2006)
GiveMePower Developer Platform
User Application Article Pattern Works switches to GiveMePower Developer Platform and increases sales by 200%.
News from GiveMePower Corporation (21 December 2006)
Fresh food producer chooses Generator Associates
User Application Article Major UK fresh food manufacturer has chosen Generator Associates to provide a 250Kva diesel generator solution to power their rapidly expanding production facilities.
News from Generator Associates (21 December 2006)
Building Science Thermography Training from Flir
More Building Science Thermography Training for 2007 with Flir Systems Brochure Available
News from Flir Systems (21 December 2006)
Dyno-Rod otter epic
User Application Article Dyno-Rod franchise JK Services (Scotland), carrying out a CCTV drain survey on the future site of a Primark store, filmed an otter in the drainage system Brochure Available
News from Dyno-Rod (21 December 2006)
iLight control panels fit European back boxes
ILight is introducing a new range of lighting control panels at the Integrated Systems Europe 2007 exhibition.
News from iLight (21 December 2006)
Major Report on 'UK Waste Management Market 2006'
AMA Research has recently published the 4th edition of its Waste Management Market Report, containing over 130 pages and more than 40 charts and tables.
News from AMA Research (21 December 2006)
Raychem underfloor heating employed at Heathrow
User Application Article Jointing Technologies, a Tyco Thermal Controls' Distributor Partner, has installed Raychem electric underfloor heating systems at the car park serving Terminal 3 at Heathrow Airport.
News from Tyco Thermal Controls (21 December 2006)
Portable toilet technology - the Bettaloo
Wernick Event Hire has the superlative model when it comes to portable toilet technology - the Bettaloo. Brochure Available
News from Wernick Event Hire (21 December 2006)
Latest Bitzer Refrigerant Report available
The fourteenth edition of Bitzer's series of Refrigerant Reports is now available.
News from Bitzer UK (21 December 2006)
Two-way System Integrator from iLight
The new System Integrator module from iLight can now send information in both directions.
News from iLight (21 December 2006)
Screenforce range designed to defeat EMI
To provide protection and immunity from electromagnetic interference, Kopex International's Screenforce conduit systems include the Superscreen.
News from Kopex International (21 December 2006)
Kawneer windows help convert carpet factory
User Application Article Kawneer's aluminium systems were cost effective solution for ZMArchitecture when replacing the windows in Grade A listed building. Brochure Available
News from Kawneer UK (21 December 2006)
New measurement method reduces noise stress
Technical Background Article New Swedish method for measurement, involving several independent parameters, may be the answer for hundreds of thousands of people suffering from noise stress. Brochure Available
News from Ecophon (21 December 2006)
Best Civils Show ever for steelwork fixings
Radical stand design and focused staff training helped to make Civils 2006 the best ever for steelwork fixings pioneer Lindapter.
News from Lindapter (21 December 2006)
Coopers helps set another record for size in Dubai
User Application Article Coopers has been selected to supply the fire and smoke containment systems for what will be the world's largest shopping centre - to be constructed in Dubai.
News from Coopers Fire & Smoke Engineeering (21 December 2006)
Time to specify performance says Tarmac
Tarmac is urging specifiers to speed up the introduction of the performance-based European Standards for mortar and screed products (BS EN 998 and BS EN 13813).
News from Tarmac (21 December 2006)
BE Magazine details trends in software licensing
Latest issue of BE Magazine also focuses on rebalancing technology portfolios for optimum productivity, the impact of 3D mapping on geospatial information, and more.
News from Bentley Systems (21 December 2006)
Symmons Ultra-Sense S-6050 Sensor Activated Faucet
Symmons, a premier manufacturer of commercial and residential plumbing products, announces the new Ultra-Sense S-6050 Series Sensor Activated Faucet.
News from Symmons Industries (21 December 2006)
Aqata new wetroom minimalist range
Walk in to an Aqata sanctuary, with new wetroom minimalist range
News from Aqata (21 December 2006)
Axiom release of RefManager for V8 version 8.4a
Axiom release of RefManager for V8 version 8.4a which allows users to manipulate, debug, organize and control MicroStation reference file attachments in bulk.
News from Axiom (21 December 2006)
Scottish Water investment programme
User Application Article Atkins and Faithful+Gould have been appointed to a major framework agreement by Scottish Water to assist the delivery of its GBP2.4bn capital investment programme.
News from Atkins Design Environment & Engineering (21 December 2006)
Steel windows restored to Murrays Mills
User Application Article Member of the Steel Window Association has completed a contract to fabricate and install bespoke double-glazed frames in, Murrays' Mills, a listed industrial building.
News from Steel Window Association (21 December 2006)
Stokvis Econopress pressure balancing act
New Econopress Mini Pressurisation Set from Stokvis Energy Systems is an extremely compact, wall-mounted unit .
News from Stokvis Energy Systems (21 December 2006)
Great spill kit raid - how to combat the thiefs
Technical Background Article 77% of emergency spill kits on site are not complete and would not provide the equipment to deal with the spill for which they are intended.
News from Fosse Liquitrol (21 December 2006)
Hanson PLC trading statement
Hanson PLC, the international building materials company, issues trading statement.
News from Hanson (21 December 2006)
Honorary Fellowship for Chris Humphries CBE
Chris Humphries was presented with an Honorary Fellowship of The Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering at the IPHE Centenary Year Luncheon, at the House of Commons.
News from Institute of Plumbing & Heating Engineering (20 December 2006)
Acrilex on advantage of photoluminescent lighting
Technical Background Article The concept behind photoluminescent lighting is to provide illumination without backup power sources during a power outage, or to extend the period of illumination once battery backup fails.
News from Acrilex (20 December 2006)
Norbain sponsors IIPSEC 2007
IIPSEC is an event showcasing the very latest security based technology from the world's market leaders.
News from Norbain SD (20 December 2006)
More for less from Cistermiser
Cistermiser has introduced a new version of the Infrared Urinal Flush Control Valve.
News from Cistermiser (20 December 2006)
HandV07 online registration open
Registration is now open for HandV07 at the NEC, the biennial national event for the heating and ventilating industry.
News from H&V Exhibition (20 December 2006)
Regupol Keraflex acoustic solution for balconies
CMS Acoustic Solutions, has launched Regupol Keraflex, a frost resistant exterior acoustic tiling system.
News from CMS Acoustics (20 December 2006)
Kalzip on the right track at Athletics Centre
User Application Article Over 8000 square metres of Kalzip aluminium standing seam roofing have been specified to create the vast sweeping roof of the main sports hall at the new Lee Valley Athletics Centre in east London. Brochure Available
News from Kalzip (20 December 2006)
Rodless is first with Atex dust approval
ATEX dust certification has been achieved by Hoerbiger-Origa rodless pneumatic cylinders, the first such actuators to have this now-critical approval. Brochure Available
News from Hoerbiger-Origa (20 December 2006)
Drives work wonders for woodworkers
User Application Article Plant wide energy efficiency installation is already saving 120,000GBP a year in the woodworking shops at door and mouldings company BLP in Doncaster. Brochure Available
News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems (20 December 2006)
SGG Swisspacer helps residents stay warmer
User Application Article More companies and occupants are appreciating the particular performance and aesthetic benefits of SGG Swisspacer units
News from Solaglas (20 December 2006)
Solar control and self-cleaning products
Club Challenge 2006 from Solaglas Dudley, is an exciting new promotion designed to incentivise purchases of some of their latest solar control and self-cleaning products.
News from Solaglas (20 December 2006)
Koch Knight Pyroflex sheet membrane system
Koch Knight introduces Pyroflex sheet membrane system for steel vessel construction and protection.
News from Koch Knight (19 December 2006)
Geberit wall-hung frames support
User Application Article Wall-hung toilets, urinals and washbasins supported by Geberit's world class Duofix frame systems were chosen by architect Glyn Emrys of A-EM for use in the new washrooms at the Building Centre.
News from Geberit (19 December 2006)
Formica Chemtop2 recognised for innovation by CPA
Formica Chemtop2 was chosen as one of the products to be featured in the Innovation category of the 2006 edition of Construction Products Innovation and Achievement.
News from Formica (19 December 2006)
Ultracrete PY4 provides ultimate performance
Instarmac's Ultracrete PY4 enables rapid strength gain and allow renovated areas to be subjected to heavy traffic within just forty minutes of installation.
News from Instarmac Group (19 December 2006)
SolidWorks donates software to Glacier Society.
User Application Article SolidWorks Corporation donates software to Glacier Society to help cut through design obstacles Icebreaker would dispense desperately needed medical care to citizens in polar region countries.
News from SolidWorks Corporation (19 December 2006)
Provincial Glass and Mirror and Super Spacer
Provincial previously manufactured sealed units using traditional aluminium spacer bars but switched to Super Spacer because of its superior performance.
News from Edgetech (19 December 2006)
Social housing and external wall insulation
User Application Article Re-modelling and refurbishment of social housing, to bring it up to modern thermal insulation and comfort standards, and add visual appeal, is frequently achieved using external wall insulation.
News from Insulated Render and Cladding Association (19 December 2006)
Color Kinetics licensing agreement with Neo-Neon
One of the world's largest LED lighting manufacturers licenses Color Kinetics' patent portfolio to enable worldwide sales.
News from Color Kinetics (19 December 2006)
Notaros combination slides together elegantly
Notaro is combining the Sheerlite roof system with Sheerframe windows and doors to create conservatories for its retail customers.
News from L B Plastics (19 December 2006)
Trianco towers over the White Cliffs of Dove
User Application Article Dover Building and Property Maintenance has opted for Trianco Aztec electric boilers at two of its sites on either-side of Tower Hamlets Road in Dover, Kent.
News from Trianco Heating Products (19 December 2006)
Go green and get cheap hot water for life
One way to take a step towards a greener home is to install an Activair air source heat pump from Trianco Heating Products.
News from Trianco Heating Products (19 December 2006)
Rising popularity in solid fuels
Technical Background Article Renewed interest in clean coal technology is reviving the market in solid fuel heating appliances, particularly in rural areas.
News from Trianco Heating Products (19 December 2006)
A conservatory for life - not just for summer
New Aztec Gold boiler from Trianco provides the perfect answer.
News from Trianco Heating Products (19 December 2006)
Maximum condensing boiler efficiency
Trianco is re-emphasising its entry into the dominant gas-fired boilers market sector with up-to-the-minute TriStar Optima models: a condensing combination unit and a condensing system version.
News from Trianco Heating Products (19 December 2006)
Enjoy a room with a view all year round
Specially designed as an additional heating system for rooms that have been left out in the cold as far as the main central heating is concerned, the Aztec Gold is the perfect solution.
News from Trianco Heating Products (19 December 2006)
Two-fuel Trianco housing solution
User Application Article Boilers from Trianco Heating Products have been specified for the picturesque Redrow Homes Chestnut Grange housing development in Bassingham, Lincolnshire.
News from Trianco Heating Products (19 December 2006)
Active Power keeps oil flowing in Northern Mexico
User Application Article Pemex Refinacion protects pumping operations with CleanSource UPS System.
News from Active Power (19 December 2006)
IOA advances sustainability targets
Technical Background Article Members of the Institute of Acoustics have been working with the Government to advance sustainability. Brochure Available
News from Institute of Acoustics (19 December 2006)
Vibration and noise from trains in buildings
Technical Background Article Institute of Acoustics to hold one-day meeting on railway noise and vibration Brochure Available
News from Institute of Acoustics (19 December 2006)
Ardex appearing at the London Floor Show
Ardex UK will again be exhibiting their outstanding range of technically advanced floor preparation systems including several new additions to their range at the London Floor Show in Olympia. Brochure Available
News from Ardex UK (19 December 2006)
Rockfon go to the top of the class
User Application Article Classrooms and corridors of the Phoenix High School in Shepherds Bush, London are benefiting from the installation of Rockfon ceilings.
News from Rockfon (19 December 2006)
Fordingbridge new building for local shoppers
User Application Article Fordingbridge Specialist Structures has recently completed the first phase in a major redevelopment at Poplars near Dunstable.
News from Fordingbridge (19 December 2006)
Curved roof specialist Fordingbridge help school
User Application Article Fordingbridge designed and installed an elegant pair of umbrella structures turning an awkward and underused area adjacent to the school's cafeteria into a stylish covered area cafeteria.
News from Fordingbridge (19 December 2006)
Fordingbridge and top garden centres
Fordingbridge count 35 (70%) of the most successful 50 garden centre industry companies as its clients.
News from Fordingbridge (19 December 2006)
CAB holds Stirling event
Over 150 members of the Council for Aluminium in Building and their guests enjoyed a prestigious Members Meeting held recently at Stirling Castle.
News from Council for Aluminium in Building (CAB) (19 December 2006)
JJO appoints new national Sales Manager
J and J Ormerod PLC continues to expand its UK commercial operations with the appointment of John Pollitt.
News from J & J Ormerod (19 December 2006)
Brett launches new Landscaping Directory for 2007
It offers a comprehensive overview of Brett's product ranges with stylish and practical block paving, decorative flag paving, natural stone paving, lighting, accessories and aggregates.
News from Brett Landscaping and Building Products (19 December 2006)
Another energy success for Schneider Electric
Schneider Electric hosted seminars in response to the perceived growing need for information and advice on how to save energy.
News from Schneider Electric (19 December 2006)
Martindales invest in key equipment
Martindales, the UK's leading supplier of replacement doors and windows to the insurance industry, has saved a million seconds this year - because of a machine that makes rounder holes.
News from Martindales (19 December 2006)
Woodchip boiler first for Perth
Technical Background Article Cash boost from Forestry Commission Scotland as part of its Developing Farm Woodland Energy pilot grant scheme.
News from Forestry Commission (19 December 2006)
Construction industry optimism outweighs fears
Technical Background Article Survey published by the Chartered Management Institute reveals that managers in the construction sector believe 2007 will be a successful year for business.
News from Chartered Management Institute (19 December 2006)
British Small Business Champions 2007
On the entry form for British Small Business Champions (BSBC) 2007 businesses are asked to suggest the ideal prize that would benefit them .
News from Federation of Small Businesses (18 December 2006)
Major refurbishment opportunities in West Midlands
User Application Article New report produced for the West Midlands Centre for Constructing Excellence highlights how there are major opportunities for building refurbishment in the West Midlands region.
News from BRE (18 December 2006)
New housing development in former mining village
User Application Article Work has commenced on a major GBP4 million scheme which will see 35 brand new homes built on the former site of run-down terraced properties in Whaley Thorns, Derbyshire.
News from Meden Valley Making Places (18 December 2006)
Construction National Training Awards winners
Training success stories from the Construction sector was celebrated at the National Training Awards gala ceremony held in London .
News from National Training Awards (18 December 2006)
Facelift Access Hire open Birmingham Depot
Facelift Access Hire can now supply access and safety equipment, alongside its extensive training facility on a national basis.
News from Facelift Access Hire (18 December 2006)
Screedflo Mobile Screed Factories take to the road
New company Screedflo has introduced Mobile Floor Screed Factories to Britain for the first time.
News from Screedflo (18 December 2006)
Time and space project reaches crucial phase
User Application Article English Architectural Glazing commissioned to design a mirrored discoid which fits into the bronze-clad cone and reflects light towards the North Star at the Royal Observatory in Greenwich.
News from English Architectural Glazing (18 December 2006)
Screwfix Direct - leading with the brands
Brands, brands and more brands is the message that is being sent out loud and clear in the latest Screwfix Direct catalogue and at their award-winning website.
News from Screwfix Direct (18 December 2006)
Clean air provides a cooling solution in workshop
User Application Article Clean Air's technical know-how and Seeley International Europe's Breezair Evaporative Cooling has provided Drive Vauxhall Leicester with the solution to a very sticky problem.
News from Seeley International (Europe) (18 December 2006)
PassivHaus workshop and study tour
Delivering the Code for Sustainable Homes - Invitation to attend PassivHaus workshop and study tour
News from BRE (18 December 2006)
Facelift Access Hire on 'How To Build Safely'
Technical Background Article Building or renovating will often need to work at height and overcome the problems posed through gaining safe and easier access to many different and difficult areas.
News from Facelift Access Hire (18 December 2006)
Norbain appoints new divisional director of sales
Norbain has promoted Andy Coles to the position of divisional director of sales for the South of England.
News from Norbain SD (18 December 2006)
Comtech at Retail Business Show
Real-time marketing and advertising solutions through remote managed digital signage.
News from Comtech M2M (18 December 2006)
TrustMark approves another four scheme operators
TrustMark has approved four new scheme operators: the Consumer Protection Association, FairTrades , the Flat Roofing Alliance and the Lead Contractors Association.
News from TrustMark (18 December 2006)
Butters AMT warranty on MIG welding machines
Butters AMT offers seven years' warranty on its single- and three-phase professional MIG welding machines.
News from Butters AMT (18 December 2006)
Wolf Systems keeps investing in growth
Wolf Systems have expanded design and software departments while its old offices have been refurbished to create a trebled training capacity.
News from Wolf Systems (18 December 2006)
AECB CarbonLite Programme
Technical Background Article AECB: The sustainable building association, congratulates the government on its ambitious green agenda for new homes and the aim for zero carbon homes by 2016.
News from AECB Sustainable Building Association (18 December 2006)
Curse of condensation tackled in new course
Growing problem of condensation is being put under the spotlight by the Property Care Association in a new course targeted at construction professionals.
News from Property Care Association (18 December 2006)
Interalia exports iProMOH to Telemall Australia
Interalia, has agreed a deal with Telemallaudio in Australia to purchase its highly acclaimed iProMOH advanced promotional on-hold music/message announcement system.
News from Interalia Communications (18 December 2006)
Spaceway soundproofed mezzanine for Bott
User Application Article Spaceway uses soundproofed mezzanine to provide Bott with new offices
News from Spaceway South (18 December 2006)
'Super E' expands Beard care home portfolio
DAC International's 'Super E' prefabricated timber frame buildings will enable Beard's care home customers to achieve regulation compliance.
News from Beard (18 December 2006)
Ball valve offers patented performance features
Flowserve introduces Worcester CPT characterized seat control valve
News from Flowserve (18 December 2006)
Emcor awarded GBP2m contract for Iveco
User Application Article Emcor Facilities Services, the global facilities management company, has been awarded a GBP2m contract by Iveco.
News from Emcor (UK) (18 December 2006)
Tallest metframe steel structure
User Application Article The tallest Metframe light gauge steel framed building to date has been constructed in London.
News from Metsec (18 December 2006)
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