News releases on Buildingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 25 February
to Saturday 3 March 2007
Dallas Contracting tank farm demolition project
User Application Article Dallas Contracting, specialized contractor providing demolition, onsite concrete crushing and equipment salvage, recently completed demolition of a tank farm .
News from Dallas Contracting ( 2 March 2007)
New video door entry systems available from Newlec
Newlec has launched a new range of competitively priced video door entry systems offering installers a flexible and top quality solution.
News from Newey and Eyre ( 2 March 2007)
Survival of British woodland eco-systems
Technical Background Article Forestry Commission welcomed launch by Defra of government consultation on framework strategy for managing invasive non-native species.
News from Forestry Commission ( 2 March 2007)
BMF and Balmoral Tanks online training course
BMF and wastewater specialist, Balmoral Tanks, have developed a new interactive training course on sewage treatment plant specification.
News from Builders Merchants Federation [BMF] ( 2 March 2007)
Technology park benefits from Euroclad facades
User Application Article Euroclad Facades has supplied rainscreen facade systems for the high profile Auto Technium development in Llanelli, South Wales. Brochure Available
News from Euroclad ( 2 March 2007)
ISG Totty Building win Timperley School Project
User Application Article ISG Totty Building won first ever project with Trafford Metropolitan Borough Council, securing GBP770K scheme at Willows Primary School in Timperley, Cheshire.
News from ISG Totty ( 2 March 2007)
Renders protect Wembley stadium
User Application Article Strikolith renders and Strikotherm insulated renders have been used extensively throughout Wembley stadium project.
News from SAS (Europe) ( 2 March 2007)
Regeneration body rewarded with one-year extension
User Application Article MVMP continue with regeneration of housing in former pit communities in north Derbyshire and north Nottinghamshire.
News from Meden Valley Making Places ( 2 March 2007)
RW Bell puts spark into apprenticeship training
RW Bell has taken a strong line in recruiting apprentices and by doing so has been very successful.
News from SELECT ( 2 March 2007)
Elutions launch new Wizcon Supervisor 9.3
Major new features enable tighter integration to the enterprise Information Systems infrastructure and to video-based security systems.
News from Wizcon Systems – Elutions Europe ( 2 March 2007)
Elutions launch new Wireless Logic Controller
New all-in-one M2M device enables wireless communication, monitoring and control for enterprise automation, featuring remote Over-The-Air Soft Logic user programmability
News from Wizcon Systems – Elutions Europe ( 2 March 2007)
Sustainable London at the Builiding Centre
Visit the Building Centre / New London Architecture Exhibition called 'Sustainable London: Addressing Climate Change in the Capital'
News from Building Centre ( 2 March 2007)
GBP6m contract wins for Multibuild
Two new contract wins have added over GBP6m to order books of leading construction and fit-out contractor Multibuild.
News from Multibuild ( 2 March 2007)
New corporate manslaughter legislation
Technical Background Article Law firm Mace and Jones say introduction of Corporate Manslaughter and Homicide Bill will have far reaching implications for UK's four million small firms.
News from Mace & Jones ( 2 March 2007)
Powerful Industrial Managed Gigabit Switch
Ethernet Direct offers powerful HMG-828 Industrial Managed Gigabit Switch with SFP option
News from Ethernet Direct ( 2 March 2007)
Ethernet Direct reaches out to serve Latin America
Ethernet Direct announce the establishment of Ethernet Direct Latin America to serve Spanish and Portuguese-speaking regions in Latin America
News from Ethernet Direct ( 2 March 2007)
WD-40 launch 'multi-million pound on can' giveaway
'Multi-million pound spring giveaway' on-can consumer promotion is being launched by multi-purpose lubricant WD-40.
News from WD-40 Company ( 2 March 2007)
Reflectiv films for glass
Reflectiv of France, specialist in adhesive polyester films for glass, is currently looking for local distributors in UK and across Northern Europe.
News from Reflectiv ( 2 March 2007)
Completion for cutting edge Community Project
User Application Article Go Interiors, distributor of specialist interior building products, is nearing the completion of its latest project for London Borough of Islington.
News from Go Interiors ( 2 March 2007)
Megger free 'Technical Update Evening'
User Application Article Due to unprecedented demand for Megger's free 'Technical Update Evening' in Hove, Megger is replicating the event in Basingstoke. Brochure Available
News from Megger ( 2 March 2007)
High performance door automation solution
User Application Article MB Architectural Access Control division selects automatic swing door operators supplied by Abloy Security. Brochure Available
News from Abloy UK ( 2 March 2007)
Restoration of Tudor House Museum in Southampton
User Application Article Restoration specialist Linford Group wins contract to restore Tudor House Museum, one of the most important historic buildings on England's south coast.
News from Linford Group ( 2 March 2007)
BBC Restoration winners appoint Linford Group
User Application Article Birmingham's winning BBC Restoration 2004 project appoint building contractors Linford Group to carry out GBP3.9 million construction work.
News from Linford Group ( 2 March 2007)
Cost-effective current transducer
LEM introduces cost-effective current transducer for currents up to 350ARMS in railway applications.
News from LEM Instruments ( 2 March 2007)
Modern communication systems for parking meters
Intercom specialist Complus Teltronic, will be exhibiting systems that can integrate with car park equipment at Parkex 2007.
News from Complus Teltronic ( 2 March 2007)
Mosa diesel driven welder generator
Network Rail approved Mosa diesel driven welder generator from Wilkinson Star
News from Wilkinson Star ( 2 March 2007)
Duragalv 140 steel protection system
Continued increases in stainless steel costs fuelling even greater demand for Duragalv 140, the ultra high durability steel protection system from Jones of Oswestry.
News from Jones of Oswestry ( 2 March 2007)
Business development manager for NES
NES appoint Michael Sharman as business development manager to its Manchester-based headquarters.
News from NES Group ( 2 March 2007)
CERAM launch knowledge session scheme
CERAM launch initiative to assist legal professionals involved with cases reliant on materials analysis and interpretation.
News from Ceram ( 2 March 2007)
Carillion wins GBP46m Caribbean contract
User Application Article Carillion wins GBP46 million contract to build stunning hotel resort complex in Caribbean.
News from Carillion ( 2 March 2007)
Qualicoat members independently tested
Qualicoat members agree to pre-finish and apply powder coatings to minimum standard using wide range of materials from various manufacturers.
News from Qualicoat (UK & Ireland) ( 2 March 2007)
'Super Hospital' uses LonWorks Open System
User Application Article TAC supplies the UK's first 'super hospital' with LonWorks Open System.
News from TAC UK ( 2 March 2007)
Sapa facade creates dramatic impact
User Application Article Sapa Building Systems Elegance 52 curtain walling, reaching 14 metres high, has created a dramatic impact at Business Park in Belgium.
News from Sapa Building Systems ( 2 March 2007)
Success in curved roofs
Curved roof specialist Fordingbridge has had another successful year
News from Fordingbridge ( 2 March 2007)
Places for People and Cofton joint venture
User Application Article 'Making Places' is a unique partnership which aims to set new standards in developing and delivering sustainable communities.
News from Places for People ( 2 March 2007)
Another success for Crawford Controls
User Application Article New safety critical ventilation systems are revolutionising multi-story and underground car parks thanks to Crawford Controls.
News from Crawford Controls ( 2 March 2007)
New tool removes gamble from company acquisitions
Technical Background Article New commercial tool is set to transform the way companies go about acquiring other businesses, according to its developers.
News from Plimsoll Publishing ( 2 March 2007)
Hydraulics facilitate repairs on movable roof
User Application Article Enerpac hydraulics facilitate repairs on 12,000-ton movable roof.
News from Enerpac ( 2 March 2007)
Turner and Townsend provide Quality Training
User Application Article Coca-Cola has appointed Turner and Townsend to help develop and deliver two key training initiatives for their bottlers around the world.
News from Turner & Townsend ( 2 March 2007)
MD nominated for Entrepreneur of the Year
MD of JobsGroup.net, has been nominated for Entrepreneur of the Year at the Be Inspired Business Awards.
News from JobsGroup.net ( 2 March 2007)
Cyco Software conference
Cyco Software holding its third Americas User and Reseller Conference.
News from BlueCielo ECM Solutions ( 2 March 2007)
High-performing laminate flooring
Richard Burbidge introduce new range, specifically designed for use in bathrooms and heavy commercial installations
News from Richard Burbidge ( 2 March 2007)
Rapide performance at Dublin Airport
User Application Article Fleece reinforced version of Tremco Rapide system to produce an extremely tough and attractive wearing surface for refurbishment of multi-storey car park at Dublin Airport .
News from Tremco illbruck ( 2 March 2007)
New Vented Eaves Protector from Swish
PVC roofline specialist manufacturer Swish Building Products has launched its new Vented Eaves Protector with a unique 'split skirt' feature.
News from Swish Building Products ( 2 March 2007)
New technical guide to 'common stairs'
New from JELD-WEN, a technical guide to 'common stairs', the term used to describe staircases that provide access to more than one dwelling or apartment.
News from JELD-WEN ( 1 March 2007)
Venue change for REACH
Rapra Technology has moved its first international conference to a new venue to cope with a dramatic increase in delegate numbers.
News from Smithers Rapra ( 1 March 2007)
Carillion Alawi wins contracts in Oman
User Application Article Support services and construction company Carillion Alawi has been awarded three contracts worth more than GBP40m in Oman.
News from Carillion ( 1 March 2007)
Floors-2-Go at Homebuilding And Renovating Show
Floors-2-Go will be showcasing new real wood, laminate, and vinyl flooring ranges at this year's Homebuilding and Renovating Show.
News from Floors-2-Go ( 1 March 2007)
TurboCAD Professional 12 from Adept Scientific
Major upgrade to affordable CAD software with comprehensive professional features for Mechanical and Architectural CAD. Brochure Available
News from Adept Scientific ( 1 March 2007)
University CPD centre gets GBP1m facelift.
User Application Article Clark Contracts undertake the GBP1m plus contract to renovate the Continuing Professional Development Centre at Glasgow Caledonian University.
News from Clark Contracts ( 1 March 2007)
New USB counter/timer modules
Measurement Computing new USB counter/timer modules provide a cost-effective solution for the lab or in the field. Brochure Available
News from Adept Scientific ( 1 March 2007)
New GBP25m centre planned for Walker
User Application Article Plans for a new GBP25M centre at the heart of Walker, part of the Walker Riverside Regeneration project, have been unveiled by Places for People.
News from Places for People ( 1 March 2007)
Burnley Wood scheme means independence
User Application Article Burnley Wood is a new modern housing scheme designed to help older people live independently in their local community.
News from Places for People ( 1 March 2007)
Jones Window Systems gets new customers with GAP
Jones Window Systems, has switched to GAP, signing a two year agreement where JWS becomes a mini-stockist for GAP.
News from GAP ( 1 March 2007)
Tell Joi Student of the Year
JobsGroup.net Sales Manager Gary Lightfoot wins Tell Joi Student of the Year.
News from JobsGroup.net ( 1 March 2007)
Success of Window Energy Rating scheme
Technical Background Article Mark Simm, Sales Director at Rockdoor explains how the introduction of Window Energy Rating scheme has been a huge success.
News from Rockdoor ( 1 March 2007)
OTN Upgrade for Heathrow Express Rail Link
User Application Article Transmitton is providing an upgrade to the OTN (Open Transport Network) for high-speed Heathrow Express Rail Link.
News from Siemens Transportation Systems ( 1 March 2007)
Fast chiller replacement with minimal disruption
User Application Article Delrac ACS replaced chiller at five-storey Whittles House office block in Pentonville Road, London in just 11 days.
News from Delrac ACS ( 1 March 2007)
Security alternative to roller shutters
Hillaldam Coburn Glidemaster is a security alternative to roller shutters
News from Hillaldam Coburn ( 1 March 2007)
Taking construction safety messages out on site
East Midlands working well together group (EMWWT) takes its construction safety messages out on site in Burton on Trent.
News from Health and Safety Executive ( 1 March 2007)
Leisuretec Pulsar LED for unique interactive stand
User Application Article Leisuretec Distribution supply Pulsar Chroma LED fittings for unique interactive exhibition stand for Trelleborg.
News from Leisuretec Distribution ( 1 March 2007)
Raising the roof at Hatton Park Primary School
User Application Article David Smith St Ives, worked in partnership with, Clugston Construction to provide roof trusses for new Primary School near Cambridge.
News from David Smith St Ives ( 1 March 2007)
TRADA student prize for excellence and innovation
'TRADA Timber in Construction Student Prize' aims to recognise excellence and innovation in the use of timber in construction.
News from TRADA Technology ( 1 March 2007)
Dudley new production manager
Specialist contractor Dudley has appointed a new production manager for the Cardiff based Architectural Aluminum division.
News from Dudley ( 1 March 2007)
Ahmarra link up with Forest Stewardship Council
Timber door manufacturer Ahmarra is on a mission to ensure specifiers and users of timber based products understand the importance of "Chain of Custody".
News from Ahmarra Wood Products ( 1 March 2007)
Easy upgrade for video surveillance system
Moxa VPort 351 is an industrial video encoder that features an industrial-grade rugged design, good transmission efficiency, and high reliability.
News from Moxa Technologies ( 1 March 2007)
The big business in business fraud
Technical Background Article Credit Show poll reveals 50% of UK firms hit by fraud and a third say they can't even spot the crime.
News from The Credit Show ( 1 March 2007)
JobsGroup.net at the ISMM BESMA Awards
JobsGroup.net Sales Director presented the New Sales Professional Award at the ISMM BESMA Awards
News from JobsGroup.net ( 1 March 2007)
Easy to install PVCu fencing from Liniar
Liniar's PVCu fencing systems are an easy to install solution for perimeter requirements.
News from H L Plastics ( 1 March 2007)
Builders committed to environmental construction
Ty Afal Timber Frames being launched at The Home Building and Renovating Show at the NEC.
News from Ty Afal Timber Frames ( 1 March 2007)
ProgeCAD 2007 and Microsoft Windows Vista
ICADsales.com announce compatibility throughout the progeCAD software line with the Microsoft Windows Vista operating system.
News from ProgeSoft ( 1 March 2007)
Mercury at The Homebuilding and Renovating Show
Mercury Appliances, exhibiting at The Homebuilding and Renovating Show, launch their new user friendly website.
News from Mercury Appliances ( 1 March 2007)
APEM high-performance pushbutton switches
APEM Components introduces its high performance 13000X778 Series professional grade push/pull pushbutton switches.
News from Apem Components ( 1 March 2007)
John Hutton MP to address IOSH annual conference
Secretary of State for Work and Pensions to speak at Health and Safety Conference
News from Institution of Occupational Safety and Health ( 1 March 2007)
Learn to plan, evaluate and maintain SUDS
CIRIA, in partnership with Sustainable Drainage Associates, has announced two SUDS training workshops in London. Brochure Available
News from CIRIA ( 1 March 2007)
Kier Support Services key appointment
Kier Support Services bolsters personnel structure with appointment of new HR manager.
News from Kier Building Maintenance ( 1 March 2007)
Perfection from GAP available to order online
Perfection from GAP is a range of glass bevelled doors with the detailing encapsulated within the sealed unit so light truly shines though.
News from GAP ( 1 March 2007)
British Gypsum first again for sustainability.
British Gypsum has been awarded prestigious sustainability award by Taylor Woodrow at their annual Supplier Awards
News from British Gypsum ( 1 March 2007)
Hanson invests in new Formpave works
Hanson Formpave doubles paving production capacity as business expands.
News from Hanson ( 1 March 2007)
IP in Security Awards
The IP in Security Awards are bestowed for innovative new products designed by security industry manufacturers.
News from Pointer ( 1 March 2007)
Green light for leading security company
Pointer gain ISO14001:2004 accreditation for their Environmental Management System.
News from Pointer ( 1 March 2007)
Getting ready for CDM 2007
To help practitioners get to grips with new CDM changes, CIRIA has announced a series of one-day training courses for designers. Brochure Available
News from CIRIA ( 1 March 2007)
Keraflo Kax float valve extends the range
'Aylesbury' KAX Type float valve is the latest addition to the Keraflo 'extended drop' range designed for installation in water storage tanks with raised valve chambers.
News from Keraflo ( 1 March 2007)
New Sales and Marketing Director at Uponor
Iain Knowles has been appointed Uponor Infrastructure's sales and marketing director.
News from Uponor ( 1 March 2007)
Flo-Direct - direct contact gas fired water heater
Armstrong International now offers a line of gas fired hot water heaters.
News from Armstrong International ( 1 March 2007)
Steel windows for life
The Steel Window Association has published a new guide to modern steel windows.
News from Steel Window Association ( 1 March 2007)
Mendip buildings in awards
The best of Mendip's building crop has been recognised at the first awards event of its kind in the district.
News from Mendip District Council (28 February 2007)
Beckhoff is Windows Embedded Gold Partner
Microsoft awarded Beckhoff the status of Gold Partner as part of the Windows Embedded Partner programme
News from Hayes Control Systems (28 February 2007)
Andacrib retaining wall system
User Application Article Phi Group wins contract to design, supply and install its Andacrib retaining wall system on a main route through to the M5.
News from Phi Group (28 February 2007)
Industry Association support for CEDIA Expo 2007
BIDA (British Interior Design Association) and RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects) are both supporting CEDIA Expo 2007.
News from CEDIA (28 February 2007)
Klaxon's LED Base Sounder all-round fire warning
Klaxon Signals introduce new LED Base Sounder fire alarm designed to be installed beneath a variety of smoke and heat detectors in existing fire alarm systems.
News from Klaxon Signals (28 February 2007)
Lovell chooses Celuform
Lovell, the UK's largest affordable homes builder choose cellular plastic fascia, soffits and bargeboards from Celuform.
News from Celuform (28 February 2007)
Free road shows help builders reduce quote time
Road shows organised by building software specialists HBXL will demonstrate how small to medium sized building companies can produce quotes and estimates in half the time.
News from HBXL (28 February 2007)
New Construction Design Management regulations
Technical Background Article According to survey carried out by HBXL, the building software specialists, 85% of builders don't know what CDM means.
News from HBXL (28 February 2007)
HBXL seminars help builders reduce quote time
Free seminars at Yorkshire Event Centre will show builders how they can dramatically cut the time it takes to accurately price up building work and ensure decent profit margins.
News from HBXL (28 February 2007)
Editorial listings for The Insulation Handbook
Call for editorial listings for The Insulation Handbook which provides architects, quantity surveyors and contractors technical details of all types of insulation, along with supplier details.
News from Turret Group (28 February 2007)
Coltman reinforces sales team
Coltman Precast Concrete has streamlined its sales force to provide customers with an even more effective service back-up.
News from Coltman Precast Concrete (28 February 2007)
Work Wise week and national Work From Home Day
Smarter working campaign gathering momentum as Work Wise Week 2007 announced Work Wise Week that will include National Work from Home Day.
News from Work Wise UK (28 February 2007)
New door details cuts plasterboard waste by 50%
British Gypsum develop innovative new detailing for GypWall metal stud partitions that cuts amount of waste generated at each door opening by around 50%.
News from British Gypsum (28 February 2007)
CandM Window Films has a blast at Inco refinery
User Application Article CPFilms' Llumar SCL SR PS7Clear Blast Mitigation Film and the Gullwing edge retention system to glazing used at Inco Europe.
News from CPFilms Solutia UK (28 February 2007)
Tackling financial exclusion of small businesses
Equifax launch range of business reports designed to help small and new companies do business.
News from Equifax (28 February 2007)
Ex-Or southern project sales team
Ex-Or, international leader in lighting management systems, appoint further project sales engineer to handle contracts in London and the South East.
News from Ex-Or (28 February 2007)
Largest glass engraving machine in Europe
3D glass engraving specialist, Vitrics has installed the largest laser glass engraving machine of its type in Europe.
News from Vitrics (28 February 2007)
New test lead options for safety and convenience
Megger offering choice of fused test leads for instruments in its contractor range.
News from Egger UK (28 February 2007)
Facilities consultancy for UK manufacturers
Facilities consultancy from AVT offers unique service for UK manufacturers. Brochure Available
News from AV Technology (28 February 2007)
Supporting green building with versatile materials
GE Plastics supports green building trends with versatile materials for energy conservation, sustainable design and recyclability.
News from Sabic Innovative Plastics (28 February 2007)
Farnell InOne distribute Extech Instruments
Extech Instruments announce appointment of Farnell InOne as an Authorised Distributor to market Extech's range of test and measurement products in the UK and Europe.
News from Extech Instruments (28 February 2007)
Camaro scores on good looks and cleanability
User Application Article Variety of wood and stone effect luxury vinyl tiles from Polyflor's Camaro Studioflor collection have been installed in houses and flats in Keighley, Yorkshire.
News from Polyflor (28 February 2007)
Mitsubishi Electric proactive stance on CO2
Mitsubishi Electric announces a dramatic vision for sustainable heating and cooling. Brochure Available
News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems (28 February 2007)
Mighton in demand as timber window market surges
User Application Article Mighton products used to fabricate and install 15 sash windows to a prebendery - a stone property attached to a church.
News from Mighton Products (28 February 2007)
Klober sponsored team at Autosport International
Klober sponsored 1998cc 16 valve DOHC Escort Cosworth at Autosport International Show at the NEC..
News from Klober (28 February 2007)
New generation of tubular skylights
Solatube launch new generation of tubular skylights with introduction of its new Daylight System.
News from Solatube (28 February 2007)
Arco strengthens position in Yorkshire
Arco is strengthening its position in West Yorkshire by opening its third branch in the region.
News from Arco (28 February 2007)
Increasing sales in conservatories
Conservatory Outlet has grown its nationwide network of dealers to nine since it began in 2005.
News from Conservatory Outlet (28 February 2007)
Second Haulotte investment For Facelift
Facelift Access Hire has taken delivery of its second major investment into self propelled booms from French supplier Haulotte.
News from Facelift Access Hire (28 February 2007)
MAC Solutions provide 'open' Ethernet equipment
User Application Article Device servers enable low cost, secure onshore telemetry network for Shell Shell UK.
News from MAC Solutions (UK) (28 February 2007)
Low fees at Ecology Building Society
Ecology Building Society administration and exit fees treat customers fairly.
News from Ecology Building Society (28 February 2007)
Kingspan now largest UK timber frame manufacturer
Kingspan Century announce two major acquisitions, Pace Timber Systems and Potton, making it the largest timber frame manufacturer in the UK.
News from Kingspan Off-Site (28 February 2007)
Kingspan Off-Site at Futurebuild
Kingspan Off-Site exhibited the TEK Building System and the Optima closed panel building solution.
News from Kingspan Off-Site (28 February 2007)
25% building sector will be trading On Demand
Technical Background Article Over 50% of builders merchants and manufacturing companies are now using or considering using the On Demand model to improve supply chain performance. Brochure Available
News from WeSupply.com (27 February 2007)
Atradius report risks to UK retail sector
Technical Background Article Leading credit risk insurer Atradius launches the latest report in its "sector performance" series, this time on the UK retail sector.
News from Atradius (27 February 2007)
Boost Your Business 'Meet The Buyer' event
User Application Article Dove Architectural Hardware will be exhibiting at the High Peak Boost Your Business 'Meet The Buyer' event to be held in Buxton this March.
News from Dove Architectural Hardware (27 February 2007)
Pilkington K-Mac sold to Camden Group
Pilkington Group has announced the sale of K McAnallen, trading as Pilkington K'Mac, to Camden Group .
News from Pilkington Building Products UK (27 February 2007)
Cembrit Blunn appoint new Marketing Manager
Cembrit Blunn, specialist in natural and fibre cement slates, has announced the appointment of Ged Ferris to the key position of Marketing Manager.
News from Cembrit Blunn (27 February 2007)
Central extract ventilation solution at PHEX 2007
Johnson and Starley to show extensive range of Home Comfort Solutions including new generation of central extract ventilation systems at PHEX 2007.. Brochure Available
News from Johnson and Starley (27 February 2007)
Greenway increase sales with Conservatory Outlet
User Application Article Greenway UPVC, a family owned conservatory company from Pontypool, increased sales by 18% in first six months since becoming a Conservatory Outlet dealer
News from Conservatory Outlet (27 February 2007)
Chiltern Fire brings training course to Ireland
Chiltern International Fire and sister company BM TRADA Certification set dates for further Timber Fire Doors Explained training events in Northern Ireland and Eire in 2007.
News from BM TRADA Certification (27 February 2007)
ISG Jackson Special Projects retail scheme
User Application Article ISG Jackson Special Projects start work on its latest project with Morley Fund Management, converting an existing retail unit in Horsham, West Sussex.
News from ISG Jackson (27 February 2007)
Aconex streamlining communication, reducing risk
User Application Article Aconex will provide its online information management service to Gulf Development Real Estate Company's Sarab Al Areen (Sarab) project in the Kingdom of Bahrain.
News from Aconex (27 February 2007)
Port expansion on Aconex
User Application Article Aconex will provide its online information management service to Sydney Ports Corporation's Port Botany Expansion project.
News from Aconex (27 February 2007)
Triton for green roof drainage membranes
New brochure available from Triton Chemicals covering Isola Platon 'Plaza' range of cavity drain membranes for horizontal external constructions.
News from Triton Chemical Manufacturing (27 February 2007)
Dimplex SP9 Optiflame fire on GMTV
Currently getting regular national TV exposure is the Dimplex SP9 Optiflame fire, which features on the set of GMTV's 'This Morning' programme. Brochure Available
News from Dimplex UK (27 February 2007)
Kingspan Frame Sections save construction time
New medium-rise developments in Manchester benefit from specification of Kingspan Frame Sections to help speed up construction, completion and handover.
News from Kingspan Off-Site (27 February 2007)
Rear-ventilated Rainscreen Cladding System
Kingspan Interlink launch high-performance rear-ventilated Rainscreen Cladding System available in wide choice of metal finishes including aluminium, zinc, steel and copper.
News from Kingspan Off-Site (27 February 2007)
Multichannel4 provides wind-bracing for structure
New-build sports complex in Essex features Multichannel4 from Kingspan Structural Products, specified in place of hot-rolled steel to provide wind-bracing for new structure.
News from Kingspan Off-Site (27 February 2007)
Time and cost savings by specifying Kingframe
User Application Article Main contractor HBG and facade installer Dane Architectural Systems choose an off-site solution, based on Kingframe Architectural Facade system
News from Kingspan Off-Site (27 February 2007)
Dry cladding systems from Cadre Components
Example of new breed of modern products is variety of dry cladding systems from Cadre Components which are an excellent long life alternative for traditional render, PVCu and timber.
News from Cadre Components (26 February 2007)
Fire rating of ceilings breached by fans or vents
New from Aico, Firecap CFS100 series of recessed fan and vent sleeves, designed to restore fire rating of ceilings penetrated by recessed ceiling fans and ventilation ducts.
News from Aico (26 February 2007)
Brett Conference for Approved Installers
Brett Landscaping and Building products hold first Conference for its concrete block and garden landscaping Approved Installers, since acquiring Tarmac TopPave and the installer scheme.
News from Brett Landscaping and Building Products (26 February 2007)
Lodja sleeping and dining accommodation solutions
Rollalong Hire's Lodja Sleep and Lodja Dine units set new high standards in portable accommodation, bringing home comforts to any location.
News from Rollalong Hire (26 February 2007)
Gold Medal for former BBA Chief Executive
British Board of Agrement's former Chief Executive Peter Hewlett has received the Concrete Society Gold Medal in recognition of his outstanding contribution in the field of concrete. Brochure Available
News from British Board of Agrement (26 February 2007)
Easy-fix gutter now has greater capacity
New Serpentine 175 high capacity gutter from Guttermaster is designed to cope with demanding applications and extreme weather.
News from Guttermaster (26 February 2007)
Dust lifted on 100 years of Bassetlaw heritage
User Application Article Race Cottam Associates appointed as architects for the renovation of Bassetlaw Museum, in Retford.
News from Race Cottam Associates (26 February 2007)
Carillion win multi-million pound water contract
User Application Article Support services and construction company Carillion has won a GBP10.66million contract for Northumbrian Water.
News from Carillion (26 February 2007)
Education standards met with acoustic design
User Application Article Ecophon products chosen for value, performance and aesthetics, to fit the budget and design aspirations for a school building, whilst also conforming to BB93 regulations. Brochure Available
News from Ecophon (26 February 2007)
Chronos Richardson biomass packing solutions
Chronos Richardson experience ranges from bagging and palletising timber based biofuel pellets, which are typically manufactured from sawdust and wood chips.
News from Chronos Richardson (26 February 2007)
Monarfloor acoustic bridgestop
System solution that prevents the acoustic bridging commonly caused by mortar build-up between separating walls has been launched by Monarfloor Acoustic Systems, an Icopal subsidiary. Brochure Available
News from Icopal (26 February 2007)
Swindon use wireless interconnect smoke alarms
User Application Article Swindon Borough Council has completed its project to protect all 11,000 properties with Aico smoke alarms.
News from Aico (26 February 2007)
Wireless interconnect smoke and heat alarm system
Aico announce launch of the new Ei168RC base unit for its unique RadioLINK wireless interconnect mains powered smoke alarm system.
News from Aico (26 February 2007)
Developments in block design and function
Products such as Lignacite's Polished Facing Masonry now provide designers with the opportunity to draw inspiration from the use of concrete.
News from Lignacite (26 February 2007)
Hornagold and Hills complete research facility
User Application Article Hornagold and Hills has completed the construction of the new James Black Centre at King's College London.
News from Mouchel (26 February 2007)
Irish plumbing and underfloor heating market
Uponor Housing Solutions now established as a real force in the Irish plumbing and underfloor heating market.
News from Uponor Housing Solutions (26 February 2007)
Uponor rewards customers with loyalty scheme
Uponor Housing Solutions to reward all of its most valuable customers in the form of a loyalty programme activated through its training academy.
News from Uponor Housing Solutions (26 February 2007)
Uponor Housing Solutions launch control system
Leading underfloor heating and flexible plumbing company Uponor Housing Solutions is announce the 'Phase 1' launch of their New UPONOR Control System.
News from Uponor Housing Solutions (26 February 2007)
New eBook: What's New in AutoCAD 2008?
UpFront.eZine Publishing ships the very first book about AutoCAD 2008.
News from upFront.eZine Publishing (26 February 2007)
Ambirad SID - the best online assistant
Technical assistance for AmbiRad and Airbloc products is now available online in the form of SID (support information database). Brochure Available
News from AmbiRad - Airbloc (26 February 2007)
Yorke Construction at Hartpury College
User Application Article Yorke Construction has secured an extension to its contract to build the international Equine indoor sports arena at Hartpury College, in a deal now worth GBP4m.
News from Yorke Construction (26 February 2007)
Tretoplast coats new Lancashire Cardiac Centre
User Application Article Tretoplast, Tremco's advanced water based coating has been applied within the sterile areas at new Lancashire Cardiac Centre and Day Surgery Unit
News from Tremco illbruck (26 February 2007)
Kingspan expands throughout Europe
Kingspan, manufacturers of highly acclaimed range of insulation products, has announced further expansion throughout Europe.
News from Kingspan Insulation (26 February 2007)
New central extract ventilation systems
Johnson and Starley's new generation of central extract ventilation systems supports latest building regulations Brochure Available
News from Johnson and Starley (26 February 2007)
Carbon monoxide deaths prompts warning
UK's Gas Safety Watchdog is warning people of the dangers of using anyone other than CORGI registered installers to work on their gas appliances.
News from CORGI Services (26 February 2007)
Chinese Jingniu Group set up UK office at BRE
Jingniu specializes in the production of glass ceramics, online float glass and jade glass for use in a variety of construction applications.
News from BRE (26 February 2007)
New grade of Lexan polycarbonate sheet
GE Plastics has introduced a new grade of Lexan polycarbonate sheet that is specifically designed to boost the visibility and attractiveness of illuminated signage.
News from Sabic Innovative Plastics (26 February 2007)
Conjet assists repairs to European highway bridge
User Application Article Hydrodemolition with the Conjet 432 Robot proved to be a very safe and effective way of removing the damaged sections of high strength concrete overlay.
News from Conjet AB (26 February 2007)
Lindum Wildflower meadow perfect for 'green roofs'
Lindum Wildflower, containing a range of wildflower species growing in a biodegradable felt, is easy to install, as it can simply be rolled out onto a rooftop like a carpet.
News from Lindum (26 February 2007)
Thermographic camera with 1.23 megapixels
InfraTec presents VarioCAM high resolution - the world's first mobile thermographic camera with a megapixel resolution.
News from InfraTec (26 February 2007)
New 12V blue beacon for security systems
Cranford Controls' Vantage range of high performance beacons for fire and security system applications has been extended with the introduction of a 12V blue version.
News from Cranford Controls (26 February 2007)
Divine warmth gladdens congregation
User Application Article Tansley Methodist Church in the beautiful Derbyshire Dales have installed a Unico system, powered by a hot water boiler. Brochure Available
News from Unico Climate Control (26 February 2007)
Heat 4 Hire from Watkins Hire
Watkins Hire announce the launch of their brand new 300kw high output warm air heater range for hire
News from Watkins Hire (26 February 2007)
Heat 4 Hire: new wireless thermostats
Watkins Hire announce the launch and an industry first their brand new and unique to the heater hire market remote wireless thermostats.
News from Watkins Hire (26 February 2007)
New intruder alarm service launched
Dyno-Secure has introduced a new intruder alarm service for the home. Brochure Available
News from Dyno-Secure (26 February 2007)
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