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Sunday 4 March
to Saturday 10 March 2007

Advanced tool in securing to cladded steelwork

Ideally suited to the access and scaffolding industry, the 25mm Jacktie provides a method of securing to cladded steelwork, hollow section steel structures or RSJs where access is limited.

News from C & E Scaffolding ( 9 March 2007)

Extending living areas with Mulders awnings

Mulders retractable folding arm awnings can significantly increase living area by providing extra shade.

News from Mulders Sail Shades ( 9 March 2007)

Cafe blinds help create new spaces

 User Application Article  Cafe blinds or clear PVC blinds are a cost effective way to extend living or entertaining space.

News from Mulders Sail Shades ( 9 March 2007)

Toshiba Imaging new marketing support engineer

Toshiba Imaging Systems Division announce the appointment of a new Marketing Support Engineer.

News from Toshiba Imaging Systems Division ( 9 March 2007)

Tech Innovator Award Nominations

CADwire.net announces the 2007 Tech Innovator Award nominations and the winner to be announced at COFES 2007.

News from Cadwire ( 9 March 2007)

Bachy Soletanche piling at Crossharbour site

 User Application Article  Bachy Soletanche Limited has recently completed its first stage of piling works at Crossharbour, the high-profile development based in London City centre.

News from Bachy Soletanche ( 9 March 2007)

SAS International solution to redevelopment

 User Application Article  SAS International provides solution to award-winning redevelopment at Skyways House near Liverpool.

News from SAS International ( 9 March 2007)

LED luminaire unobtrusive emergency lighting

New flush-mounted JSB Micropoint recessed LED luminaire from Cooper Lighting and Security has been designed to provide unobtrusive and aesthetically pleasing emergency lighting.

News from Cooper Lighting and Safety ( 9 March 2007)

Addition to management team at Cadforce

Cadforce, leader in outsourced architectural services, announce that it has hired Paul Fielding, Ph.D., to join its management team.

News from Cadforce ( 9 March 2007)

Global Display Solutions Acquires CPG

CPG International Spa and Finmek Automation Srl, the multi-technology printing company, will be exhibiting at CeBIT 2007 in Hanover.

News from GDS ( 9 March 2007)

Acrilex meets stringent standard

Acrilex is now capable of satisfying the strict requirements of government, medical and military manufacturers with its new Quality Control Program.

News from Acrilex ( 9 March 2007)

Photoluminescent lighting a brilliant choice

 Technical Background Article  While the most common application for photoluminescent lighting is in standard commercial buildings, there are a plethora of other, more exotic applications.

News from Acrilex ( 9 March 2007)

SPC Celebrates Belgravia 25th anniversary

SandP Coil Products is celebrating the forthcoming 25th Anniversary of its acclaimed Belgravia Fan Convector range, by tripling the length of the range's warranty.

News from S and P Coil Products ( 9 March 2007)

Urban engineering Youth Shelters

Urban Engineering comprehensive range of Youth Shelters designed to meet a number the modern urban environments.

News from Marshalls plc ( 9 March 2007)

Ibstock new Ecoterre Earth Bricks clay bricks

Ibstock's new Ecoterre Earth Bricks take sustainability a giant step further, being ideal for eco-buildings needing a reduced carbon footprint and a healthy indoor environment.

News from Ibstock Brick ( 9 March 2007)

Secretary of State for Work and Pensions at IOSH

Hon John Hutton MP, will address the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health's annual conference at The International Centre, Telford, Shropshire.

News from Institution of Occupational Safety and Health ( 9 March 2007)

DuPont Energain Thermal Mass Systems launch in UK

DuPont Building Innovations announces the launch to the UK market of DuPont Energain Thermal Mass Systems.  Brochure Available 

News from DuPont Building Innovations (Tyvek & Energain) ( 9 March 2007)

Website set to transform building supplies market

Completely new way of ordering building materials online is set to transform the way the construction trade orders and receives their supplies.

News from Building Supplies R Us ( 9 March 2007)

Wallingford Software Version 8.0 of InfoWorks

Wallingford Software announce release of Version 8.0 of InfoWorks, the leading software solution for modeling, infrastructure planning and operational management.

News from Wallingford Software ( 9 March 2007)

Indoor, wall mounted, low voltage distribution

The MODE range of electrical equipment from Merlin Gerin, a brand of Schneider Electric, provides indoor, wall mounted, low voltage distribution up to 500A.

News from Schneider Electric ( 9 March 2007)

Euro furnishes University Chest

 User Application Article  Euro Office Equipment supplied office furniture for University of Oxford Finance Division's recent relocation to new premises.

News from Euro Office Equipment ( 9 March 2007)

Fantastic time for Conservatory Outlet at Glassex

Company also launched its new trade website with an online forum for Conservatory Outlet dealers.

News from Conservatory Outlet ( 9 March 2007)

Hitchins South Wales portfolio

 User Application Article  Robert Hitchins Limited received planning consent from Bridgend Borough Council for 80,000 sq.ft.(7,432 sq.m.) of industrial development at Central Park.

News from Robert Hitchins ( 9 March 2007)

Victorian Woodworks step out in style for dune

 User Application Article  Victorian Woodworks supplied its Premier Engineered Burnt Oak wide plank for Dune's new flagship store in Covent Garden.

News from Victorian Woodworks ( 9 March 2007)

New wood finishings division at Victorian Wood

Premier supplier of new and reclaimed timber flooring, Victorian Woodworks announce the company's new division, Victorian Woodworks Wood Finishes.

News from Victorian Woodworks ( 9 March 2007)

Net2 protects Institute of Civil Engineers

Net2, the network access control system from Paxton Access, has been installed at the headquarters of the Institution of Civil Engineers in London.

News from Paxton Access ( 9 March 2007)

Kirkstone launches website

Kirkstone, still quarrying its own slate, high up in the Cumbrian hills, launched a new, user friendly, website as service to interior designers, architects and developers.

News from Kirkstone Quarries ( 9 March 2007)

Pearce scoops national award

Pearce Group has been recognised as one of the top 100 best places to work in the UK.

News from Pearce Group ( 9 March 2007)

Solutions through pre-assembled WC / WHB units

TBS have recently launched a range of versatile combination units, which offer quality solutions for situations requiring pre-assembled WC / WHB units.

News from TBS Fabrications ( 9 March 2007)

Salco Group counts on Vista for success

 User Application Article  Salco Group is using Vista people counting technology to ensure that it truly understands the movements and requirements of customers in its first retail store, The Chapel.

News from Norbain SD ( 9 March 2007)

Wavin Plastics low noise push-fit system piping

OSMA SiTech - the new low noise push-fit soil system - now available from Wavin Plastics provide a cost-effective and time-saving solution for professional plumbers.  Brochure Available 

News from Wavin Plastics ( 9 March 2007)

New size for Priora permeable block paving

Marshalls has introduced a new size in its leading permeable concrete block paving collection, Priora.

News from Marshalls plc ( 9 March 2007)

Service of packets in Gigabit transmission

Korenix JetNet 3010G ensures the service of packets in Gigabit transmission.

News from Korenix Technology ( 9 March 2007)

Good installers gain new route to TrustMark

TrustMark has approved two new scheme operators, the Confederation of Roofing Contractors and the British Board of Agrement.

News from TrustMark ( 9 March 2007)

Perfect fit for urban development

 User Application Article  Range of pipework from Durapipe UK has been specified for Manchester city centre apartment development.

News from Durapipe UK ( 9 March 2007)

Key to successful pipeline design

 Technical Background Article  Paul Stearns, Director, STATS Limited explains why specialist technical services are the key to successful pipeline design.

News from STATS ( 9 March 2007)

ION Tx PIR Digital Room Controller

Integration Systems announce release of the most economical, network capable, Room Temperature Controller - the ION Tx PIR with built in presence detector sensor (Passive Infra Red).

News from Integration Systems ( 9 March 2007)

Smith and Wesson safety eyewear range

Jackson Safety has launched '38 Special' a new range of safety glasses with a bold 'fashion look' from it's Smith and Wesson brand of eyewear.

News from Jackson Products ( 9 March 2007)

JobsGroup.net seek the next best innovation

From the steam engine to the search engine - JobsGroup.net launches competition to find the next best innovation.

News from JobsGroup.net ( 9 March 2007)

Kingspan Kooltherm at Whitecross School

 User Application Article  Premium performance rigid phenolic insulation from market leaders Kingspan Insulation was chosen for new PFI Whitecross High School and Specialist Sports College, Hereford.

News from Kingspan Insulation ( 9 March 2007)

EDI conference uncovers myths of e trading

The Builders Merchants Federation is bringing together major players in the merchant industry to explode the myths of e trading at a conference at the National Motorcycle Museum in Birmingham

News from Builders Merchants Federation [BMF] ( 8 March 2007)

Glanville Consultants move into media spotlight

Engineering and design consultants Glanville Consultants has announced the appointment of a Press Agency to raise the profile of the company.

News from Glanville Consultants ( 8 March 2007)

DVS become official distributors of the Cieffe

DVS have been appointed official distributors of the Cieffe range of cctv products.

News from DVS ( 8 March 2007)

DVS launch fire alarm product range

DVS are now stocking a full range of Zeta Fire Alarm products which provide everything an installer needs to fit high quality fire alarm system.

News from DVS ( 8 March 2007)

Sapa keeping learning simple in Luxembourg

 User Application Article  Design of the Lycee Technique has been complemented by use of high performance aluminium curtain walling and windows from Sapa Building Systems.

News from Sapa Building Systems ( 8 March 2007)

IRCA choose Invu from The Content Group

 User Application Article  The International Register of Certified Auditors has gone live with an Enterprise Content Management solution which has been implemented and is managed by The Content Group.

News from Content Group ( 8 March 2007)

SPAB courses ideal for CPD

The Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings technical courses are ideal for CPD (continued professional development).

News from Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings ( 8 March 2007)

Good acoustics and great designs from Soundsorba

New Fotosorba acoustic panel from Soundsorba allows digital images to be printed into the face of acoustic panels.

News from Soundsorba ( 8 March 2007)

Salto - security to smile about

New Smile range from Salto is suitable for use when you want to control doors on a site by simple programming from tags, and where no software or computer is required for programming.

News from Salto Systems ( 8 March 2007)

Milbury goes underground with 3 basement contracts

 User Application Article  Concrete specialist, Milbury Systems, secures 3 contracts to design, manufacture and install concrete retaining walls forming basements.

News from Milbury Systems ( 8 March 2007)

New chairman of the Transport Planning Society

Bill Wyley, Head of Profession for transport planning at Mouchel Parkman, has been elected Chairman of the Transport Planning Society.

News from Mouchel ( 8 March 2007)

Events at CAT in 2007

Events at Centre for Alternative Technology, Europe's leading eco-centre, shows how you can make a difference in 2007.

News from Centre for Alternative Technology ( 8 March 2007)

UK culture to shine at London 2012 Games

 Technical Background Article  London 2012 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games area unique opportunity to promote the modern, diverse and creative cultures of the UK to the world.

News from London 2012 Games ( 8 March 2007)

Sapphire steam trap from Gardner Energy Management

Savings made from installing Gardner Energy Management's Sapphire range of steam traps will help companies offset recent rises in gas and oil costs with energy savings of up to 55%.

News from Gardner Energy Management ( 8 March 2007)

Dallas Contracting featured Concrete Today

Dallas Contracting featured in February 2007 issue of Concrete Today Magazine.

News from Dallas Contracting ( 8 March 2007)

Welconstruct and Seeley join forces

 User Application Article  Welconstruct offer ChoicesUK the options of air conditioning, a ventilation system or Breezair and chose Breezair for its cost effective cooling capabilities.

News from Seeley International (Europe) ( 8 March 2007)

A job for the Gaelgoirs

 User Application Article  Turner and Townsend in conjunction with consulting engineers, Michael Punch and partners have issued tender documents for Cill Ronain Harbour redevelopment on Inis Mor.

News from Turner & Townsend ( 8 March 2007)

Flag green roof improves drainage

 User Application Article  Series of Flag UK green roofs have been incorporated into a new development of nine apartments in Tavistock providing an efficient drainage solution.

News from Flag UK ( 8 March 2007)

SmartParts improve airflow simulation in buildings

Flomerics six new 'SmartParts' for its Flovent software save time and improve accuracy in simulating the performance of diffusers.  Brochure Available 

News from Flomerics ( 8 March 2007)

European market for concrete admixtures

Frost and Sullivan host exclusive interactive briefing to provide an insight into the market for concrete admixtures in Europe.

News from Frost and Sullivan ( 8 March 2007)

Planning and the Environment seminar

Consultancy firm STATS has announced details of the next in a series of highly popular half-day seminars.

News from STATS ( 8 March 2007)

Gerflor creates welcoming hospital environment

 User Application Article  Gerflor, leading manufacturer of vinyl flooring, has installed floorcoverings throughout Liskeard Community Hospital in Cornwall.  Brochure Available 

News from Gerflor ( 8 March 2007)

Trespa lighting up the imagination

Trespa Perspectives concept shows architects and designers how Trespa panels can be adapted, changed, moulded and fixed in different ways.

News from Trespa International ( 8 March 2007)

Extech non-contact infrared thermometers

Extech Instruments offers comprehensive line of non-contact infrared thermometers

News from Extech Instruments ( 8 March 2007)

New compact, low weight Bobcat skid-steer loader

New S100 skid-steer loader from Bobcat meets market need for compact, limited weight skid-steer loader that can work in tight spaces and is easy to transport.  Brochure Available 

News from Bobcat ( 8 March 2007)

Lignacite specified for Colchester redevelopment

 User Application Article  Sir Robert McAlpine specified over 36,500 m2 of Ligancite Original Facing masonry for phase one of the Colchester Garrison redevelopment.

News from Lignacite ( 8 March 2007)

Travis Perkins Plc 2006 Preliminary Results

Travis Perkins Plc 2006 Preliminary Results show revenue up 7.9% to GBP2,849m and adjusted operating profit up 3.7%.

News from Travis Perkins ( 8 March 2007)

PrecisionCraft award winning architectural firm

PrecisionCraft's award winning architectural firm has once again been recognized nationally for its design excellence in the 2007 Log Home Design Awards contest.

News from PrecisionCraft Log & Timber Homes ( 8 March 2007)

Travis Perkins wins Strategy Award

Travis Perkins has won a top honour in the Strategic Planning Society's 2005/6 Strategic Capability Awards.

News from Travis Perkins ( 8 March 2007)

Geberit expect success at BandK Expo

Geberit, the leading supplier of sanitary, supply and drainage systems is exhibiting at this year's Bathroom and Kitchen EXPO.

News from Geberit ( 8 March 2007)

Silverdell go green in 'carbonfreelife' initiative

Silverdell UK has demonstrated its commitment to cutting carbon emissions by taking part in tree-planting ceremony with children from local schools.

News from Silverdell ( 8 March 2007)

Dalsouple competition to Transform the Future

Dalsouple's new 'Transform the Future' design competition for design students.

News from Dalsouple Rubber Flooring ( 8 March 2007)

New Installation: Red Bull choose rubber

 User Application Article  Dalsouple rubber was specified by Jump Studios for HQ of soft drinks company Red Bull in London.

News from Dalsouple Rubber Flooring ( 8 March 2007)

Growth of concrete admixtures market

 Technical Background Article  Virtual brochure provides manufacturers, end users, and other industry participants with an overview of the latest analysis of the European Market for Concrete Admixtures

News from Frost and Sullivan ( 8 March 2007)

IProMOH for marketing and messaging flexibility

 User Application Article  Interalia's iProMOH is enabling Carco Group, the Southwest's premier Renault dealership group, to keep its customers fully informed about latest promotional events and current offers.

News from Interalia Communications ( 8 March 2007)

Timber Home living floorplan design contest

Mountain Architects and PrecisionCraft Log and Timber Homes - are recognized nationally in Timber Home Living's 2nd Annual Floorplan Design Contest.

News from PrecisionCraft Log & Timber Homes ( 8 March 2007)

Spaceway fits out new distribution warehouse

 User Application Article  Spaceway fits out Liz Earle's new satellite distribution warehouse

News from Spaceway South ( 8 March 2007)

Lifting profitability in the building industry

 Technical Background Article  Neal Fowler, UK Sales Manager at BandB Attachments takes a close look at lifting profitability in the building industry.

News from B and B Attachments ( 8 March 2007)

New 'service' lifts brochure from Stannah.

New easy-to-use brochure combines essential specifying information about the Stannah Microlifts and Trolleylifts ranges.  Brochure Available 

News from Stannah ( 8 March 2007)

Sontay website for control peripheral products

Sontay announce latest improvements to website which now provides a range of new functions for customers, including an online ordering service and technical support.

News from Sontay ( 7 March 2007)

Demand for NESTrack recruitment

Demand grows for NESTrack for professional, technical and safety critical personnel within the rail industry.

News from NES Group ( 7 March 2007)

AMEC wins NEC Group five-year maintenance contract

 User Application Article  Building and Facilities Services Division of AMEC has secured a major facilities management contract with The NEC Group, Birmingham.

News from AMEC ( 7 March 2007)

Diffusorba sound reflectors make for music clarity

Diffusorba sound reflectors from Soundsorba provide greater sound coverage to improve speech intelligibility and music clarity in music rooms, studios, lecture theatres, halls and auditoriums.

News from Soundsorba ( 7 March 2007)

Sentinel purchases Salamander

Sentinel, manufacturer of products designed to clean and protect residential central heating and other domestic water systems, has completed the purchase of Salamander Engineering.

News from Sentinel Performance Solutions ( 7 March 2007)

Embedded PCs, network security and gaming platform

Acrosser will present its latest Embedded PC, network security and gaming platforms at CeBIT 2007 in Hannover.

News from Acrosser Technology ( 7 March 2007)

Elutions launches new WizReport XL 7

Elutions, the premier provider of wireless enterprise automation solutions, announced the launch of WizReport XL Professional, Version 7.

News from Wizcon Systems – Elutions Europe ( 7 March 2007)

Latest Sixnet edition of free product CD

Sixnet launch its twenty-first edition of their free product CD, covering its entire line of industrial connectivity and automation products.  Brochure Available 

News from Sixnet ( 7 March 2007)

High power, low noise fans from Dimplex

Dimplex has extended its selection of commercial heating solutions with the launch of its new range of compact PFH fan heaters.  Brochure Available 

News from Dimplex UK ( 7 March 2007)

Grand prix grandees keep cool with Mitsubishi

 User Application Article  Formula 1 team's mobile headquarters are kept cool with the help of Mitsubishi FX3U compact PLC and six Alpha XL micro controllers for the hospitality area systems.  Brochure Available 

News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems ( 7 March 2007)

Mitsubishi ensuring reliable production

 Technical Background Article  Mitsubishi Electric, one of the largest automation and control companies in the world, has a history of innovation in the development of highly reliable technical integrated solutions.  Brochure Available 

News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems ( 7 March 2007)

Innovation and automation benefits for Tudorstone

 User Application Article  Tudorstone Building Materials use end-of-line packaging equipment supplied by Cyklop UK.

News from Cyklop UK ( 7 March 2007)

Sales boosted with TimberWindows.com

 User Application Article  TimberWindows.com dealer, County Windows Sussex recently completed a GBP600k refurbishment project at a traditional farm house in Sussex.

News from TimberWindows.com ( 7 March 2007)

Notting Hill Housing chooses CTSpace

 User Application Article  CTSpace has been selected by Notting Hill Housing to improve efficiencies and drive better collaboration on its GBP600m, 3,000 unit property development programme.

News from CTSpace ( 7 March 2007)

Hoppe PFI contract at old Colchester garrison

 User Application Article  Hoppe helps improve the Army's standard of living in PFI contract at the old Colchester garrison.

News from Hoppe (UK) ( 7 March 2007)

Hewden gears up for greener future

Hewden, equipment rental provider, is launching an environmental campaign aimed at raising awareness of green issues within the construction industry.

News from Hewden ( 7 March 2007)

New CIS rules to affect thousands of businesses.

 Technical Background Article  More than 250,000 contractors will be affected by changes to the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS), which will come into place soon.

News from Access Accounting ( 7 March 2007)

Norbain Intruder Detection range keeps on growing

Norbain increase its Intruder Detection product offering by distributing an extended range of the highly acclaimed Elmdene product portfolio.

News from Norbain SD ( 7 March 2007)

Polyflor at new Lancashire cardiac centre

 User Application Article  Polyflor vinyl floorcovering has been specified and installed throughout a prestigious new-build cardiac unit at Blackpool's Victoria Hospital.

News from Polyflor ( 7 March 2007)

New PVC roof window for high humidity areas

Fakro's first PVCu roof window - for use in high humidity areas.

News from Fakro GB ( 7 March 2007)

First dedicated Offsite Construction Conference

Mtech Group and Scottish Enterprise Glasgow announce that Graeme Miller from the Scottish Construction Forum has joined the Spotlight on Offsite conference programme.

News from Mtech Training ( 7 March 2007)

Perfect floors for new Institute of Life Science

 User Application Article  Peter Evans Flooring installed the ideal floorcoverings for the new GBP12.5 million six-storey building which will house the new Institute of Life Science at Swansea University.

News from Peter Evans Flooring ( 7 March 2007)

Sapa takes on Scotland

Sapa Building Systems strengthens its Scottish connections with appointment of Gerry Rafferty as Scottish Account Manager.

News from Sapa Building Systems ( 7 March 2007)

Nu-Star Power Pushers for B W Industries

 User Application Article  B W Industries take delivery of two Nu-Star Power Pushers at their main manufacturing facility.

News from Nu-Star Material Handling ( 7 March 2007)

Cembrit Blunn launch Minerit Incolour Data Sheet

Cladding specialist Cembrit Blunn launched new technical datasheet on its versatile range of Minerit Incolour decorative cladding boards.

News from Cembrit Blunn ( 7 March 2007)

Northgate continue expansion strategy

Northgate Information Solutions announce appointment of John Hollister as Business Development Director.

News from Northgate Information Solutions ( 7 March 2007)

CPD Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Courses

CPD Certified training provider, elearning-training.com is committed to providing world-class Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration learning material.

News from elearning-training ( 7 March 2007)

Promoting construction site safety to children

Pan Peninsula scheme project managed by Canary Wharf Contractors, launch schools' initiative promoting construction site safety to children.

News from Canary Wharf Group ( 7 March 2007)

Exceeding 'Ecohomes' standards

Achieve maximum credit points under the EcoHomes scheme for new developments by installing Ideal Boilers' market leading range of high efficiency appliances.

News from Ideal Boilers and Stel Radradiators ( 7 March 2007)

Mercedes-Benz World uses Mapei products

 User Application Article  Mercedes-Benz World - part handling circuit, part museum, part showroom - developed using Mapei levelling compounds, adhesives, grouts and sealants.  Brochure Available 

News from Mapei UK ( 7 March 2007)

ISG Totty Building announces football sponsorship

ISG Totty Building is helping Birkby Junior School to kick off the football season in style, with sponsorship of the team's brand new kit.

News from ISG Totty ( 7 March 2007)

Global standards achieved by OCS Engineering

OCS Engineering awarded ISO 14001 and ISO 18001 accreditations in rapid succession.

News from OCS ( 7 March 2007)

New knowledge management software portal

 User Application Article  'Workspace' from Union Square provides integrated 'real-time' project information to all members of staff at Architen Landrell.

News from Union Square Software ( 7 March 2007)

Lamerholm Impact Management System

 User Application Article  Lamerholm's Impact Management Systems win on price and performance for Dawsonrentals.  Brochure Available 

News from Lamerholm Electronics ( 7 March 2007)

Rockdoor showcase its PVC-U composite door

 User Application Article  Rockdoor will be showcasing its leading PVC-U composite door at this years Chartered Institute of Housing exhibition.

News from Rockdoor ( 7 March 2007)

Energy efficient burner from Reznor UK

 User Application Article  The Stonemasons pub offers added comfort as standard, thanks to bespoke Mansfield Pollard air handling unit fitted with an energy efficient burner from Reznor UK.

News from Reznor ( 7 March 2007)

Industry must innovate says Laing O'Rourke

 Technical Background Article  Ray O'Rourke chairman of Laing O'Rourke, part of the consortium that will deliver the London Olympics in 2012, said construction must continue to innovate.

News from Chartered Institute of Building [CIOB] ( 7 March 2007)

Yvette Cooper MP launches GBP4m homeless project

Foundations for Life has been set up by homeless charity Centrepoint with the full financial backing of leading property companies, represented by the British Property Federation (BPF).

News from British Property Federation ( 7 March 2007)

Rhona Brankin lays down planning gauntlet

Scottish communities minister Rhona Brankin launched the Scottish Property Federation (SPF), laying down the gauntlet to planners to help make the system work.

News from British Property Federation ( 7 March 2007)

Windfall tax on the uplift in land value

 Technical Background Article  Gordon Brown's proposals for a windfall tax on the uplift in land value show a fundamental lack of understanding of the development process, claims the British Property Federation (BPF).

News from British Property Federation ( 7 March 2007)

Bureaucracy stifles transport improvements

 Technical Background Article  Britain's transport crisis will not improve unless the Government loosens its strangle-hold on the finances available to cities and towns says All Party Urban Development Group.

News from British Property Federation ( 7 March 2007)

New way for Scottish property

Rhona Brankin, Scottish minister for communities, launches the Scottish Property Federation as the new voice for property industry in Scotland.

News from British Property Federation ( 7 March 2007)

Investment and development in deprived areas

 Technical Background Article  All Party Urban Development Group has launched its second inquiry which will examine the causes of low business investment and development in deprived areas.

News from British Property Federation ( 7 March 2007)

Screwfix Direct lead the way with more innovation

As well more brands and lower prices, Screwfix Direct has just added more innovation to its range of over 14,000 screws, tools, fixings and accessories.

News from Screwfix Direct ( 6 March 2007)

Radiators at Homebuilders and Renovation Show

Asprey Radiators to showcase new tube technology skirting heat exchanger at The Homebuilders and Renovation Show at The N.E.C Birmingham.

News from Asprey Radiators ( 6 March 2007)

Eco-homes development brings hope to youngsters

 User Application Article  Unemployed local youngsters given opportunity to find long-term employment through an innovative, environmentally friendly housing refurbishment scheme in Derbyshire led by Meden Valley Making Places.

News from Meden Valley Making Places ( 6 March 2007)

Watts Flowbox maximises solar energy

Europe's homeowners are maximising efficiency of solar panels thanks to Flowbox from Watts Industries which manages input of renewable energy into property's heating and hot water system.

News from Watts Industries UK ( 6 March 2007)

TCM takes on further new staff

Thurlow Countryside Management announce it has appointed two new business managers and a financial director.

News from Thurlow Countryside Management ( 6 March 2007)

TCM success at Railtex exhibition in London

Thurlow Countryside Management success at Railtex exhibition in London - attracting more numbers of visitors than ever to its stand.

News from Thurlow Countryside Management ( 6 March 2007)

Eco-ways to control/eradicate invasive weeds

 Technical Background Article  tcm is the only company in the industry to be actively researching and developing new environmentally focused, quick and cost effective ways of treating Japanese Knotweed.

News from Thurlow Countryside Management ( 6 March 2007)

Barratt Homes use tcm ecology services

 User Application Article  Barratt Homes are amongst the high profile companies taking up tcm's vegetation management and ecology services.

News from Thurlow Countryside Management ( 6 March 2007)

Treatment and eradication of invasive weeds

 User Application Article  Network Rail commissioned tcm as contractor for treatment and eradication of invasive weeds, especially Japanese knotweed.

News from Thurlow Countryside Management ( 6 March 2007)

Invasive weed management specialist

Dewsbury Rangers Girls announce invasive weed management specialist's tcm (Thurlow Countryside Management) as their new kit sponsor for this forthcoming season.

News from Thurlow Countryside Management ( 6 March 2007)

TQM at tcm for vegetation management and ecology

 User Application Article  tcm (Thurlow Countryside Management) announce it has successfully gained accreditation to Quality Standard ISO 9001: 2000 and Health and Safety Standard 18001: 1999.

News from Thurlow Countryside Management ( 6 March 2007)

High performance partner for condensing boiler

Condencyl HE is latest high performance cylinder from Gledhill Building Products designed especially for use with condensing boilers.

News from Gledhill Building Products ( 6 March 2007)

Making most of alternative energies with Gledhill

 User Application Article  Installations demonstrate Gledhill's flexibility to cater for variety of requirements and their commitment and expertise in the field of alternative energy.

News from Gledhill Water Storage ( 6 March 2007)

Cyco Software and DataCore exhibit at MUWG 2007

Cyco Software is showcasing its Cyco AutoManager MAXIMO Module at this year's MAXIMO Utility Working Group Workshop.

News from BlueCielo ECM Solutions ( 6 March 2007)

Connectix opens Dubai office

Connectix Cabling Systems, a top-four supplier into the UK and Irish structured cabling market, is now expanding into the Middle East.

News from Connectix ( 6 March 2007)

Promat Durawall composite fire barrier system

Promat Durawall system is a fully certificated fire protection barrier system, built around the Promat Durawall composite panel, comprising a steel face with a non-combustible rock wool core.

News from Promat UK ( 6 March 2007)

'Detectamet' metal detectable plastic cable ties

E-Components and Chains announce launch of their new range of 'Detectamet' metal detectable plastic cable ties.

News from E-Components and Chains ( 6 March 2007)

Facelift make it 500

Facelift Access Hire has recently celebrated delivery of its 500th machine.

News from Facelift Access Hire ( 6 March 2007)

DGP the molybdenum fabrication experts

DGP provide precise and consistent CNC parts from low volumes prototype to high-volume production.

News from Diamond Ground Products ( 6 March 2007)

Plumbing choose Kopex professional pipe tools

Turner Plumbing Services says that Kopex Pipeslice and Pipe-prep professional pipe tools are amongst the most important items used during a typical day's work.

News from Pipe-Prep ( 6 March 2007)

European centrifugal pumps market expands

 Technical Background Article  Frost and Sullivan say recent accession of several eastern European countries to the EU is the most significant driver in the European centrifugal pumps markets.

News from Frost and Sullivan ( 6 March 2007)

ISG InteriorExterior latest BT project win

 User Application Article  ISG InteriorExterior announce new project to refurbish an office block in Holborn, London, for the communication solutions giant BT.

News from ISG InteriorExterior ( 6 March 2007)

Aarsleff Piling supports A27 Beddingham Bridge

 User Application Article  Contractor Alfred McAlpine award Aarsleff Piling GBP1.2M contract to supply, handle, pitch and install precast concrete piles.

News from Aarsleff Piling ( 6 March 2007)

Wolf signs another deal

Wolf Systems has signed a deal with Randek AB, to supply all their equipment in the UK and Eire.

News from Wolf Systems ( 6 March 2007)

JCC opens advanced lighting application centre

JCC Lighting launch UK's most advanced lighting application centre.

News from JCC Lighting ( 6 March 2007)

Paxton Access new long range keycard

Paxton Access has launched a new keycard for Net2Air, its hands free access control solution, that offers a maximum range of up to 50m.

News from Paxton Access ( 6 March 2007)

Ward Topdek all-in-one single ply roofing system

 User Application Article  Ward Topdek, the all-in-one single ply roofing system has been installed on a development of luxury apartments in Leicester.

News from Ward Insulated Panels ( 6 March 2007)

Smedegaard celebrate 25yrs in the UK

Leading Danish pump manufacturer Smedegaard is celebrating 25 years of trade in its UK operations base.

News from Smedegaard UK ( 6 March 2007)

14 new tools from Metabo

Metabo has just released its 2007/2008 general catalog for power tools, accessories and abrasives including 14 new tools..

News from Metabo ( 6 March 2007)

Fundraising at H and R Johnson Tiles

H and R Johnson Tiles employees raising funds in memory of a former colleague.

News from Johnson Tiles ( 6 March 2007)

CIOB Annual Review wins at Memcom Awards

The Chartered Institute of Building's Annual Review 2005 has won the 'Best Annual Review' category at the Memcom Awards 2007.

News from Chartered Institute of Building [CIOB] ( 6 March 2007)

Building and Civil Engineering Applications

Building and Civil Engineering Applications Bulletin from the Rapra Polymer Library presents all the latest advances in an informative, yet manageable format.

News from Smithers Rapra ( 6 March 2007)

Hodgson and Hodgson new slimline acoustic flooring

Leading acoustics specialist Hodgson and Hodgson launch a new and improved acoustic flooring board offering high performance in a very thin package.

News from Hodgson and Hodgson Group ( 6 March 2007)

Finesse first for energy efficiency

Finesse Windows and Conservatories awarded the Energy Saving Trust's 'Energy Saving Recommended' certification.

News from BM TRADA Certification ( 6 March 2007)

Aspirating smoke detection in North America

AirSense Technology, leading manufacturer of aspirating smoke detection recently launched operations in North America.

News from AirSense Technology ( 6 March 2007)

Screwfix Direct innovation in latest catalogue

Innovation is the focus of the latest catalogue from Screwfix Direct (issue 86), in the form of new and improved products.

News from Screwfix Direct ( 6 March 2007)

Carillion clinches renewed M40 contract

 User Application Article  Carillion win contract for 20 years for the maintenance of the M40 motorway from Junction 1 at Denham to Junction 15 at Warwick.

News from Carillion ( 6 March 2007)

DF3000A-DN day/night camera from Dallmeier

DF3000A-DN is a high-resolution Ultra Wide Dynamic Range colour camera featuring Cam_inPIX technology for ultimate picture quality.

News from Dallmeier electronic GmbH & Co.KG ( 6 March 2007)

Burlington adds panache to London Oxford Street

 User Application Article  Burlington's Brandy Crag flamed textured paving grace the public walkway and square of London's prestigious Sedley Place development that links Oxford Street and Bond Street in London.

News from Burlington Slate ( 6 March 2007)

Defiance toolbox takeaway promotion extended

Because of the phenomenal success of its' Defiance Toolbox Takeaway promotion, leading electrical distributor Newey and Eyre has extended it.

News from Newey and Eyre ( 6 March 2007)

Floors-2-Go launch new rug range

Floors-2-Go, UK's largest specialist wood, laminate and vinyl flooring retailer, launch exclusive selection of new rugs.

News from Floors-2-Go ( 6 March 2007)

MovemanSKG brings Newcastle to life

 User Application Article  Prestige, one of movemanSKG's most popular models, was the lift best suited to The Centre for Life in Newcastle.

News from movemanSKG ( 6 March 2007)

Advantech launch stylish in-wall touch panel

 User Application Article  Advantech launches the UbiQ-470, an elegant in-wall touch panel for residential and commercial automation control.

News from Advantech (UK) ( 6 March 2007)

GBP10m fit-out contract at Colchester Barracks

 User Application Article  MPG Contracts awarded GBP10 million internal-fit out contract by Sir Robert McAlpine as part of the redevelopment of Colchester Barracks.

News from MPG Contracts ( 6 March 2007)

Sliding Shutters and Part L compliance

Hafele UK launch an automatic operating hardware system to suit telescopic timber or metal window shutters.  Brochure Available 

News from Hafele UK ( 6 March 2007)

ISG Totty win Ashton Moss Hotel development

ISG Totty framework deal with De Vere Group includes GBP14 million project for a new Village Hotel at the Ashton Moss Leisure Park.

News from ISG Totty ( 6 March 2007)

Halcrow wins Clyde Gateway contract

 User Application Article  Halcrow has secured major commission for massive regeneration project expected to transform east end of Glasgow and part of South Lanarkshire.

News from Halcrow ( 5 March 2007)

Shortcrete pool construction - new project

 User Application Article  Premier Gunite, leading experts in shortcrete pool construction, have recently completed the build of new rectangular outdoor pool in Surrey.

News from Premier Gunite ( 5 March 2007)

Using spray concrete for water leisure environment

 Technical Background Article  Premier Gunite case study on using spray concrete to create a water leisure environment at Woburn Safari Park, Sea Lion Cove.

News from Premier Gunite ( 5 March 2007)

Hurst Stores and Interiors choose Floors-2-Go

 User Application Article  Floors-2-Go's extensive range of real wood, laminate and vinyl flooring was perfect choice for Hurst Stores and Interiors project.

News from Floors-2-Go ( 5 March 2007)

Worlds best vacuum seals tested

 Technical Background Article  Non-contact torque monitoring system that could guarantee an infinite lightness of touch is the only way to test seals of super high performance vacuum systems.  Brochure Available 

News from Sensor Technology ( 5 March 2007)

Finding Newey and Eyre made easy

Finding Newey and Eyre made easy thanks to the launch of their brand new directory - 'Where to find'.

News from Newey and Eyre ( 5 March 2007)

New hydrogen peroxide measurement station

ProMinent Fluid Controls introduce new measurement station for measurement and control of hydrogen peroxide used in swimming pools, or treatment of contaminated wastewater or process media.

News from ProMinent Fluid Controls (UK) ( 5 March 2007)

Commons launch for new JCT contract

Sir Michael Latham launched the new JCT- Constructing Excellence contract at the House of Commons in London.

News from Joint Contracts Tribunal (JCT) ( 5 March 2007)

JCT awards its own contract to PR firm

Joint Contracts Tribunal, better known as JCT, appoint Chelgate its PR.

News from Joint Contracts Tribunal (JCT) ( 5 March 2007)

New AcerMetric panel system

Rapid construction of buildings of almost unlimited shape and size by unskilled labour now possible with unique AcerMetric building system.

News from AcerMetric ( 5 March 2007)

Multibuild makes its marque for guy salmon

 User Application Article  On behalf of the Sytner Group Multibuild has built and fitted out an impressive new showroom facility for Guy Salmon Land Rover in Knutsford, Cheshire.

News from Multibuild ( 5 March 2007)

New HQ designed for British Geological Survey

 User Application Article  Pick Everard's main objectives are that the new building will meet administrative, scientific and IT needs of the British Geological Survey and be sustainable and energy efficient.

News from Pick Everard ( 5 March 2007)

Autodialler for existing lift installations

At Liftex 2007, Complus Teltronic will be majoring on LiftLine by Commend showing how Autodialler enables existing lift installations to comply with EN81-28

News from Complus Teltronic ( 5 March 2007)

Free guide cracks code for sustainable homes

Mitsubishi Electric free guide to the Code for Sustainable Homes - the new national standard for sustainable design and construction of homes.  Brochure Available 

News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems ( 5 March 2007)

Heat Recovery System supplied by Vortice

HRU ECO 3 RF Heat Recovery System not only complies with, but exceeds Building Regulations Part L (conservation of energy in homes, offices and other buildings).

News from Vortice ( 5 March 2007)

Connectix Euro Style module for structured cabling

Connectix introduce new range of Category 5 and 6 shuttered modules to suit Euro Modular style.

News from Connectix ( 5 March 2007)

Real-time CCTV/IP system with digital matrix

Dallmeier working with the Barona Gaming Commission in launching the first real-time CCTV/IP system with digital matrix in the United States.

News from Dallmeier electronic GmbH & Co.KG ( 5 March 2007)

CMS Acoustics expands manufacturing facilities

CMS Acoustics has expanded its onsite manufacturing facilities to cater for the bespoke acoustic requirements of all industry sectors.

News from CMS Acoustics ( 5 March 2007)

Marshalls gain Biodiversity Benchmark

Marshalls plc awarded The Wildlife Trusts' Biodiversity Benchmark for sustained work carried out at its Maltby manufacturing facility.

News from Marshalls plc ( 5 March 2007)

Silo-Weigh weight data for Lafarge-Roofing

AV Technology's innovative Silo-Weigh retrofit weighing system is playing an important stock management role at Lafarge Roofing plant.  Brochure Available 

News from AV Technology ( 5 March 2007)

New LonMark International website

LonMark International, industry trade and interoperability association for controls industry, unveiling new website.

News from LonMark International ( 5 March 2007)

AnyTime UK - building drying and repair specialist

AnyTime UK, Fire and Flood Restoration specialists, provide 24 hour assistance to domestic and commercial victims of fire, flood and escape of water within properties.

News from AnyTime UK ( 5 March 2007)

Sandtoft launches new improved website

Sandtoft Roof Tiles has launched its new website - offering a range of new and improved online resources for architects, specifiers and roofing contractors.

News from Sandtoft Roof Tiles ( 5 March 2007)

Large format scan, copy and print solution

Graphtec ScanPrint SP200W new economic entry-level, large format colour scan, print and copy system.

News from Graphtec ScanPrint UK ( 5 March 2007)

STG one of UK best employers

Strategic Team Group in the Sunday Times' prestigious 'Best Companies To Work For' supplement under the Best Small Companies category.

News from Strategic Team Group (STG) ( 5 March 2007)

Music Hall in Aberdeen modernises safety

 User Application Article  The Music Hall install market-leading Deaf Alerter fire alarm warning system for Deaf and hard of hearing people through their fire alarm provider.

News from Deaf Alerter ( 5 March 2007)

LEDs light up Sydney jewel in the sky

 User Application Article  Luxeon LEDs from Lumileds have been used to light the InterContinental Executive Club Lounge and a viewing deck of Sydney's Botanical Gardens and Harbour.

News from Lumileds Lighting Netherlands B.V. ( 5 March 2007)

Future Designs competition deadline looms

Students urged to submit entries for H and R Johnson's Future Designs competition.

News from Johnson Tiles ( 5 March 2007)

Protecting new treatment works from rag

 User Application Article  Installation of four of Hydro International's SludgeScreen screening units was essential to protect Southern Water's new wastewater treatment works from excessive incoming rag.

News from Hydro International ( 5 March 2007)

Plasterboard and drylining tools now online

Premier plasterboard and drylining tools now available online at from Elliotts Tool Warehouse offering quality power tools at competitive prices.

News from Elliotts Tool Warehouse ( 5 March 2007)

Ashtead Technology Rentals ISO 9001 certification

Ashtead Technology Rentals awarded ISO 9001 certification which has a greater emphasis on process management and measurement, and continuous improvement.

News from Ashtead Technology Rentals ( 5 March 2007)

Distech Controls announce new products, new design

Distech Controls announced the release of a new product series, including LONWORKS free programmable, application specific controllers and remote I/O modules.

News from Distech Controls ( 5 March 2007)

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