News releases on Buildingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 31 December
to Saturday 6 January 2007
Silverdell acquisition of Redhill Analysts
Silverdell PLC acquires asbestos consultants Redhill Analysts.
News from Silverdell ( 5 January 2007)
Aggreko expands operations
Growing demand for rental power, temperature control and oil-free compressed air equipment has prompted Aggreko's relocation of its Central service centre.
News from Aggreko UK ( 5 January 2007)
Colt International new Extended Corridor Solution
Colt International has developed a new Extended Corridor Solution for means-of-escape corridors in residential buildings.
News from Colt International ( 5 January 2007)
NATIVE BACnet Building Energy Management system
User Application Article OBS has installed and commissioned a NATIVE BACnet Building Energy Management system in Innovation House
News from Open Building Systems ( 5 January 2007)
Gradus helps Hethel Engineering Centre
User Application Article Gradus Carpets have been fitted within the newly built Hethel Engineering Centre, which aims to provide a unique environment for early stage growth engineering companies.
News from Gradus Group ( 5 January 2007)
Hattersley launch all-new website
Manufacturers of HVAC valves and valve components Hattersley, have launched their all-new, feature-packed website.
News from Hattersley ( 5 January 2007)
Higher Concept Software and Access Accounting
Higher Concept Software, a provider of hire management systems, has joined Access Accounting's Alliance Partner Programme.
News from Access Accounting ( 5 January 2007)
TBS are Building Schools for the Future
User Application Article TBS's Spectra Square cubicle system was selected for the newly built Blackshaw Lane Primary School.
News from TBS Fabrications ( 5 January 2007)
TBS Evolution range chosen for Park Royal Hotel
User Application Article TBS's renowned Evolution range was selected for the WC and shower washrooms for the Park Royal Hotel.
News from TBS Fabrications ( 5 January 2007)
New Zed range WC cubicle system
User Application Article TBS's new Zed range WC cubicle system fitting was chosen because its unique design instantly adds character and style to any environment.
News from TBS Fabrications ( 5 January 2007)
Fresh start with Floorcraft
User Application Article New Queen's Hospital, Romford is now completed with Tarkett Marley Floors supplying range of products for the flooring of the one million square feet building.
News from Tarkett Marley Floors ( 5 January 2007)
Tarkett Marley Floors interact with innovative gym
User Application Article When Harry Redknapp, manager of Portsmouth FC, opened the first interactive gym in the UK, Tarkett Marley Floors were in on the act from the start.
News from Tarkett Marley Floors ( 5 January 2007)
Rockfon help create Derby 'super hospital'
User Application Article The new multi million pound Derby City General Hospital is making extensive use of Rockfon Ceilings.
News from Rockfon ( 5 January 2007)
Scrubs hand cleaner wipes for Exhibition
Scrubs in a bucket, the number one selling Hand Cleaning Towel, will have a stand at The Cleaning Show at the NEC in Birmingham.
News from Magnaflux ( UK ) ( 5 January 2007)
Dewalt launch new 2kg SDS plus Hammer range
Dewalt has completely redesigned its hammer range to achieve safety, comfort, low vibration, durability and performance.
News from Dewalt Power Tools ( 5 January 2007)
Stannah helping hand for town house residents
Stannah Microlifts are reporting an increase in installations of their 'dumbwaiter' goods lift into private houses, in addition to their traditional market of restaurants, bars and hotels. Brochure Available
News from Stannah ( 5 January 2007)
Polyflor launches fast track scheme for CPD points
Polyflor has launched an online version of its RIBA approved CPD on vinyl safety floor specification, enabling architects to fast track CPD points as an alternative to attending CPD group seminars.
News from Polyflor ( 5 January 2007)
Carillion firmly on the sustainability map
User Application Article An eco-friendly building is helping to put Carillion firmly on the national sustainability map for both Design and Construction after winning praise from government ministers.
News from Carillion ( 5 January 2007)
Integrated roofing solution from Alumasc
User Application Article Armaseam standing seam roofing, ZinCo Green Roof technology and Skyline Fascia/Soffits were used combined to provide an integrated roofing solution, all supplied by Alumasc. Brochure Available
News from Alumasc Exterior Building Products ( 5 January 2007)
New benchmark in construction websites
Newly launched Alumasc Exterior Building Products website is designed to provide comprehensive product and technical information for architects, specifiers and contractors. Brochure Available
News from Alumasc Exterior Building Products ( 5 January 2007)
New Dorfone 4000 door entry system
TelePorter are marketing the Dorfone 4000 - the new colour video dect, wireless function, door entry system. Brochure Available
News from TelePorter ( 5 January 2007)
Dewalt launches new diamond drills and attachments
New range of diamond drills offers outstanding performance and durability whilst the stands and attachments are designed to offer a complete solution for every wet and dry drilling application.
News from Dewalt Power Tools ( 5 January 2007)
DEWALT launch 30kg Pavement Breaker
Launch of the new D25980 30kg pavement breaker - boasts the lowest vibration level in its class.
News from Dewalt Power Tools ( 5 January 2007)
Strategic Team Group contract with Home Housing
User Application Article Strategic Team Group, one of the UK's fastest growing suppliers of building and property solutions, awarded contract with Home Housing.
News from Strategic Team Group (STG) ( 5 January 2007)
Sun shines on Hebden Bridge
User Application Article Tarmac is leading an innovative renewal scheme at Hebden Bridge, to transform the heart of the town and to create a unique sun dial feature, providing a new focal point for visitors.
News from Tarmac ( 5 January 2007)
George Wimpey choose Celuform
User Application Article Cellular plastic fascia, soffits and bargeboards from Celuform are being specified for all housing developments built by George Wimpey plc.
News from Celuform ( 5 January 2007)
Turn visio drawings into process simulation models
Latest version of Micro Saint Sharp discrete event simulation software, available now from Adept Scientific, features Microsoft Visio file import. Brochure Available
News from Adept Scientific ( 5 January 2007)
Dulas lends support to people power
Dulas , the renewable energy engineering company, announces plans to put some of its profits back into the local "green" economy
News from Dulas ( 5 January 2007)
Wales is centre of clean green energy production
Dulas now recognized as a major player in the field of renewable energy and microgeneration.
News from Dulas ( 5 January 2007)
Powergen Renewables operational wind farms
User Application Article Powergen Renewables currently has 16 operational wind farms in the UK and Ireland.
News from Dulas ( 5 January 2007)
Dulas heat generated from wood
Using high efficiency woodchip and pellet boiler technology Dulas can help save businesses hundreds of pounds per annum on oil and LPG based energy bills.
News from Dulas ( 5 January 2007)
Hydro monitoring in remote places
Dulas has developed the Flowstream flow meter - a pocket-sized device which allows hydro surveyors to measure flow rates quickly and accurately
News from Dulas ( 5 January 2007)
Realstone praised for stone work
User Application Article Building of a new permanent exhibition museum in Lincoln has earned a Chesterfield company a prestigious commendation for its involvement in the supply of natural stone.
News from Stone Federation Great Britain ( 4 January 2007)
Stair balustrading from Richard Burbidge
User Application Article Fusion Commercial stair balustrading from Richard Burbidge has helped new developer Court Park Properties to make an entrance into the new build market with its first apartment scheme.
News from Richard Burbidge ( 4 January 2007)
Danfoss Randall automatic balancing valves
Sontay, manufacturer and distributor of field control devices, has added the AB-QM series of automatic balancing valves from Danfoss Randall to its extensive range.
News from Sontay ( 4 January 2007)
Wilo new domestic pump products brochure
Leading pump manufacturer Wilo (UK) has released its new domestic pump products brochure entitled 'Home solutions'.
News from Wilo (UK) ( 4 January 2007)
Beamclamp applications available on Fastrackcad
Access Technologies join forces with Fastrackcad Architectural Databases to help architects and engineers save design time when working with the BeamClamp range of steelworks fixings.
News from Access Technologies ( 4 January 2007)
Honeywell Web controller transforms HVAC system
User Application Article Honeywell Excel Web controls installed by Zalti Control Systems have transformed the HVAC system at the headquarters of the Vernon Building Society in Stockport.
News from Honeywell Control Systems ( 4 January 2007)
Paxton Access expands field sales team
Paxton Access, a market leader in the design and manufacture of electronic access control systems, has announced a further expansion to its field sales team.
News from Paxton Access ( 4 January 2007)
HR manager appointed at NES Group
Specialist technical, engineering, rail and IT recruitment company, NES announce the appointment of HR manager.
News from NES Group ( 4 January 2007)
Total Electrical Training now NIC/EIC accredited
Total Electrical Training, has been granted NICEIC approval to deliver the electrical contracting regulatory body's DISQ training programme (the Domestic Installer Scheme Qualification).
News from Total Electrical Training ( 4 January 2007)
Caljan Rite-Hite puts safety first
Caljan Rite-Hite announces a moveable platform extension for its unique SafeTrack telescopic boom conveyor.
News from Caljan Rite-Hite ( 4 January 2007)
Miniature watering point from Arrow Valves
Arrow Valves have launched a miniature watering point for discreet installation in flower beds and other open areas.
News from Arrow Valves ( 4 January 2007)
Nominations for British Small Businesses 2007
If you use or work for a small business which you think is brilliant and worthy of an award, then the organisers of the British Small Business Champions 2007 would like to hear from you.
News from Federation of Small Businesses ( 4 January 2007)
New generation of online steelwork fixing selector
Lindapter has launched a second generation of its highly popular online steelwork fixings design software, adding many more beam sizes and improving the user interface.
News from Lindapter ( 4 January 2007)
Polyflor puts Roald Dahl in hospital
Brightly coloured Roald Dahl characters created via the Polyflor Expressions Design Service, which uses computerised water jet cutting techniques to produce precise shapes and styles.
News from Polyflor ( 4 January 2007)
Kalika launch intelligent heavy duty telephone
Kalika Communications, have just launched Geronimo, the first in a new generation of intelligent, vandal resistant, IP65 weatherproof, heavy duty telephones.
News from Kalika Communications ( 4 January 2007)
HBXL scoops top award
Health and Safety Xpert from building software specialists HBXL has been awarded with the Professional Builder magazine Top Product award for 2006.
News from HBXL ( 4 January 2007)
Flexibility with Autodesk Architectural Desktop
User Application Article Charity bid gives 'Sculptural' Designer more flexibility with Autodesk Architectural Desktop. Brochure Available
News from Autodesk ( 4 January 2007)
Atlas Ward Structures Feltham distribution project
User Application Article Atlas Ward Structures are responsible for the design, fabrication and erection of in excess of 400 tonnes of structural steel for a distribution project for Slough Estates.
News from Atlas Ward Structures ( 3 January 2007)
BAVmicro crusher on TV
User Application Article Digbits' smallest excavator mounted concrete crusher, the BAVmicro, will make it's debut appearance on national TV.
News from Digbits ( 3 January 2007)
QPC Ceramics limestone effect porcelain tiles
QPC Ceramics are launching a matt finish version of their limestone effect porcelain tiles.
News from QPC Ceramics ( 3 January 2007)
Low-cost complete wetroom kit package
Wetroom Innovations are trade and retail suppliers of level-access integrated-membrane wetrooms that in many cases do not raise floor level.
News from Wetroom Innovations ( 3 January 2007)
Diaphragms for sensing viscous media pressures
Technical Background Article Flush pressure sensing diaphragm makes it possible to measure the pressure of high viscosity process media without the risk of media becoming trapped and blocking the diaphragm.
News from SensorsOne ( 3 January 2007)
Aqata appoints new sales agent in South West
Aqata, a leading independent manufacturer of shower enclosures, continues to expand its UK commercial operations with the appointment of Ian Dawson.
News from Aqata ( 3 January 2007)
British Turntable eases residents parking problems
User Application Article A vehicle revolve from British Turntable has allowed Coyde Construction to create extra parking facilities for residents at Harbour Yard, Salcombe.
News from British Turntable Co ( 3 January 2007)
Multibuild new hotel project in Wigan
User Application Article Contract for a new GBP1,468,000 hotel project in Wigan has gone to leading construction and fit-out contractor Multibuild.
News from Multibuild ( 3 January 2007)
Professor Haig Gulvanessian of BRE awarded CBE
Professor Haig Gulvanessian, recently retired from BRE and visiting Professor at Imperial College London has been awarded the CBE for his services to the construction industry.
News from BRE ( 3 January 2007)
Pick Everard multiple awards
User Application Article Multiple awards to Pick Everard for Stephenson College and Keele University buildings.
News from Pick Everard ( 3 January 2007)
New static batching plant from Mek-Tek
Mek-Tek has introduced a Static Batching Plant based on the proven volumetric batching principles used in its range of MBP vehicles.
News from Mek-Tek ( 3 January 2007)
Dimplex gives giraffe a breath of fresh air
User Application Article For the opening of the latest restaurant in Milton Keynes, Giraffe turned to the comprehensive Dimplex commercial range to select an air curtain to keep out the external environment. Brochure Available
News from Dimplex UK ( 3 January 2007)
Sika Waterproofs the Novas Group Buddleia Project
Sika's Waterproofing Systems are being used to waterproof the basement areas of the Buddleia Project in Liverpool.
News from Sika ( 3 January 2007)
Sika make short work of M8 viaduct repairs
User Application Article Phase one of by Mackenzie Construction to repair the deck, replace parapets, safety barriers and fit new lighting columns has recently been completed on White Cart Viaduct.
News from Sika ( 3 January 2007)
Smart meters improve energy performance
Technical Background Article Smart metering is an essential tool in improving energy efficiency according to energy management company Utility Auditing
News from Utility Auditing ( 3 January 2007)
Aluminium rainscreen cladding and curtain walling
User Application Article English Architectural Glazing has completed a contract to design, manufacture and install aluminium rainscreen cladding and curtain walling to the newly extended Park Inn at Heathrow Airport.
News from English Architectural Glazing ( 3 January 2007)
Marley Eternit weatherboard sets the trend
User Application Article An outbuilding in the grounds of a home that counted Edward and Mrs Simpson and Churchill among its visitors is setting a contemporary trend with the help of Weatherboard cladding from Marley Eternit. Brochure Available
News from Marley Eternit ( 3 January 2007)
Linford Group complete School of Art
User Application Article Linford Group has completed the GBP3 million construction of a new building for Tamworth and Lichfield College's School of Art.
News from Linford Group ( 3 January 2007)
Q-Marked Polar Windows win major hospital contract
User Application Article Polar Windows has secured a minimum three-year partnership agreement with Chesterfield Hospital to replace initially more than 600 windows in the 1970's built hospital complex.
News from BM TRADA Certification ( 3 January 2007)
Blankfort passes Q-Mark fire door audit
User Application Article BM TRADA Q-Mark fire door scheme member Baillargeon Doors Inc of Quebec has passed its annual surveillance audit without a single non-conformance.
News from BM TRADA Certification ( 3 January 2007)
TRADA revisits moisture in wood
Technical Background Article TRADA Technology estimates that more than 80% of the in service problems with wood are in some way related to moisture content.
News from TRADA Technology ( 3 January 2007)
Classic Timber Frame is 400th TRADA member
User Application Article Classic Timber Frame Homes became the 400th company in 2006 to join TRADA, the Timber Research and Development Association.
News from TRADA Technology ( 3 January 2007)
USA recognises UK welding products
Prestigious journal has published results which recognise the many benefits which accrue from the use of Huntingdon Fusion Techniques products in welding applications.
News from Huntingdon Fusion Techniques ( 3 January 2007)
Chinese new year for Apollo Fire Detectors
User Application Article Apollo Fire Detector has won the contract to supply the fire protection for the Shanghai Harbour International Passenger Terminal against stiff international competition.
News from Apollo Fire Detectors ( 3 January 2007)
Places for People install solar panels
User Application Article UK's largest housing group Places for People to install solar panels in 250 affordable homes
News from Places for People ( 3 January 2007)
Additional tile protection training from Schluter
Schluter-Systems, is increasing the amount of training delivered at its purpose-built, dedicated, training centre, from one day a month, to three. Brochure Available
News from Schluter-Systems ( 3 January 2007)
New Screwfix Direct catalogue
New brands, new ranges and new products in the new Screwfix Direct catalogue
News from Screwfix Direct ( 2 January 2007)
No-nonsense brand from Screwfix Direct
Designed for use by the trade, the NO-NONSENSE brand of sealants, adhesives, central heating treatments and paints from Screwfix Direct promises everything that a tradesperson needs.
News from Screwfix Direct ( 2 January 2007)
Winner of BP Environmental Excellence Award
Euro Office Equipment has beaten off stiff competition from over 60 businesses to win the prestigious Environmental Excellence category of the Dorset Business Awards.
News from Euro Office Equipment ( 1 January 2007)
Pipeslice and Pipe-prep Combi Packs now available
Kopex International's CORGI Award Winning Professional Pipe Tools are now available in handy combination packs.
News from Pipe-Prep ( 1 January 2007)
Silent movies - watching without noise
User Application Article Owner of AV Forums selected Unico system 5KW system which provides extremely quiet operation and has already proven its value with home cinemas and recording studios. Brochure Available
News from Unico Climate Control ( 1 January 2007)
Rollalong Hire goes backstage
User Application Article 30th Anniversary Celebration concert for the Prince's Trust and 80th birthday of the Queen saw Rollalong Hire Events provide all of the backstage production accommodation, as well as other facilities.
News from Rollalong Hire ( 1 January 2007)
High capacity combi boiler added to Reno Range
Johnson and Starley's Reno domestic boiler range has been extended to include the Reno HE 37C Combination boiler which is ideal for large houses. Brochure Available
News from Johnson and Starley ( 1 January 2007)
Delighted day care users thank Dyno franchisee
User Application Article Engineers from ADP Services, the local Dyno-Rod Drain Services franchisee, succeeded in repairing the damaged drains at elderly care facility. Brochure Available
News from Dyno-Rod ( 1 January 2007)
Architectural brick cladding system of choice
Corium is an innovative brick cladding system developed by Baggeridge Brick in conjunction with Terrapin International and Corus plc.
News from Baggeridge Brick ( 1 January 2007)
Cadforce announce venture capital financing
Louisiana Ventures, LP and Rincon Venture Partners Invest In Cadforce, the Los Angeles-based global leader in outsourced architectural services.
News from Cadforce ( 1 January 2007)
Protecting adhesive tape from static electricity
Technical Background Article Adchem announces availability of downloadable static control white paper on website addresses common winter static electricity problems.
News from Adchem Corporation ( 1 January 2007)
ETS compatability simplifies KNX installations
ETS, the software which designs and configures KNX (formerly EIB) intelligent building control installations, is now available in different versions.
News from KNX UK ( 1 January 2007)
Moxa EDS-516A advanced managed Ethernet switch
Moxa EDS-516A advanced managed Ethernet switch maximizes efficiency and reliability with high port density.
News from Moxa Technologies ( 1 January 2007)
New 6" angle grinder from Metabo
New 6" angle grinder, the WE14-150 grinder from Metabo, offers electronic speed stabilization for increased productivity.
News from Metabo ( 1 January 2007)
Another great year for Wesupply
Wesupply, a leading provider of on-demand and collaborative supply chain management solutions announces the continuing success of its electronic trading enablement programme. Brochure Available
News from WeSupply.com ( 1 January 2007)
New records at DOMOTEX Asia/CHINAFLOOR Show
DACF will again be the largest flooring show in Asia and second largest in the world, after DOMOTEX Hannover.
News from VNU Exhibitions Asia ( 1 January 2007)
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