News releases on Buildingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 8 July
to Saturday 14 July 2007
Flexible size door canopies
Dusar of Germany, represented in UK by Interland Trading, have added to their wide range of door canopies two models that can be supplied in any size from 100 x 90 cm up to 300 x 90 cm.
News from Interland Trading (13 July 2007)
Kopex hazardous area conduit systems
Kopex provides new Short Form Product Guide with a simple at-a-glance guide to the company's range.
News from Kopex International (13 July 2007)
Soft smooth ceiling surface style from Ecophon
Akutex Frost ceiling surface system, introduced by Ecophon, provides a contemporary white, smooth surface. Brochure Available
News from Ecophon (13 July 2007)
Beckhams clock up new home improvement
User Application Article As well as a traditional-style cupola from Good Directions, David and Victoria Beckham now have two back illuminated skeleton dial clocks, complete with a bell chiming system at their home in France.
News from Good Directions (13 July 2007)
Outdoor lighting, irrigation and water features
Specialist trade supplier Landscapeplus new updated range of outdoor lighting, irrigation and water feature systems. Brochure Available
News from Spelsberg els UK (13 July 2007)
Floor system - less maintenance and more colour
User Application Article An innovative industrial floor installed by specialist concrete flooring contractors Twintec at the new distribution warehouse and offices.
News from Sika (13 July 2007)
Vista announces winner of Suzuki quad bike
Vista have given away a brand new, limited edition Suzuki LT-Z400 Relentless quad bike at IFSEC.
News from Norbain SD (13 July 2007)
ISG secures GBP7 million London fit out
User Application Article ISG GBP7 million fit out and refurbishment project for Lloyds TSB at Faryners House near the Monument in central London.
News from ISG InteriorExterior (13 July 2007)
New smooth transition dock leveller
Ingenious development of the common dock leveller eliminates "dock shock", a phenomenon that raises health and safety concerns and causes stock damage.
News from Caljan Rite-Hite (13 July 2007)
Lost profit 'costing companies millions'
British construction industry is wasting GBP5.9bn worth of profit every year, according to a new study by business analysts Plimsoll Publishing.
News from Plimsoll Publishing (13 July 2007)
ASRA eases housing shortage
User Application Article Portland Road, built by ASRA Greater London Housing Association and Buxton Homes, provides a mix of one and two bedroom apartments, available for rent through local authority nomination.
News from LHA-ASRA Group (13 July 2007)
Earths heat helps residents make massive savings
Places for People installs ground source heat pumps at an affordable development in Cambridge.
News from Places for People (13 July 2007)
Appliance of science
User Application Article At City and Islington College London, Washroom Joinery ensure that facilities in the finished classrooms and laboratories were both attractive yet functional.
News from Washroom Washroom (13 July 2007)
Nursery refurbishment features bespoke cubicles
User Application Article Specialist design and manufacturing company Washroom Washroom called in to provide the solution at Nursery in Shepherds Bush.
News from Washroom Washroom (13 July 2007)
Lesson in Design for Westminster Student Union.
User Application Article Specialist Joinery division of Washroom Washroom has completed the total refurbishment of the Westminster Student Union bar,
News from Washroom Washroom (13 July 2007)
Guide to Compriband and Alfas building sealants
Tremco illbruck full range of Compriband and Alfas products can meet virtually all of a building's sealing requirements.
News from Tremco illbruck (13 July 2007)
Updated health and safety management specification
Health and safety management systems specification OHSAS 18001 is now a British Standard BS OHSAS 18001:2007.
News from BSI Product Services (13 July 2007)
Inverters driven to new paradigm
New Hitachi SJ700 variable speed drive represents a dramatic step change in the state of the art for inverter technology.
News from Silverteam (13 July 2007)
Innovative mini removal pump
Mini Blue offers a compact and lightweight design that is the only miniature pump that can quietly self prime and run both wet and dry.
News from Charles Austen Pumps (13 July 2007)
New reference guide on stone and slate performance
STATS announce publication of new Reference Guide on selection and in-service performance characteristics of stone and slate.
News from STATS (13 July 2007)
AMEC divests Project Investments
Land Securities Trillium to acquire AMEC's Project Investments business, the management team and the underlying nine PFI assets for GBP163.5 million
News from AMEC (13 July 2007)
Fire risk assessment specification from BSI
PAS 79:2007 Fire risk assessment Guidance and a recommended methodology has been revised to take account of changes to the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order.
News from BSI British Standards (13 July 2007)
One of the best Bobcat showrooms in the world
Bobcat dealer for Kuwait, Bahrah Trading Company, has unveiled the most impressive showrooms for Bobcat equipment in the Middle East. Brochure Available
News from Bobcat (12 July 2007)
Laser technology helps reunite monarchy
User Application Article Glanville Consultants provided highly accurate laser scanning of the internal rooms when Waddesdon Manor acquired a monumental state portrait of Louis XVI of France in his coronation robes.
News from Glanville Consultants (12 July 2007)
Bang and Olufsen on Planit design software
Planit's design and visualisation software now includes the full Bang and Olufsen catalogue.
News from Planit International (12 July 2007)
Lignacite Lecture 2007
The Royal College of Physcians is the venue for the eighth annual Lignacite Lecture, Crossing Boundaries.
News from Lignacite (12 July 2007)
Wolf flood-light saves Scania staff
User Application Article Lightweight LED rechargeable torches from Wolf Safety Lamp Company did a fantastic job for employees at Scania GB trapped by flooding.
News from Wolf Safety Lamp Company (12 July 2007)
D R Services corners market in office partitioning
Using unique office partitioning patches, rooms can easily and quickly be separated with floor springs incorporated into sliding door system to minimise space constraints.
News from D R Services (12 July 2007)
Edgetech latest release on VAT campaign
Technical Background Article Edgetech calls for more support for the industry's VAT Campaign
News from Edgetech (12 July 2007)
Surface preparation equipment from Wheelabrator
User Application Article Wheelabrator Group puts regeneration work at underground development on track. Brochure Available
News from Wheelabrator Group (12 July 2007)
Ashtech fit for a 'king'
User Application Article Prestigious new addition to Liverpool's landmark developments has been combined with the quality and versatility of Ash and Lacy's Ashtech rainscreen cladding systems.
News from Ash + Lacy Building Systems (12 July 2007)
Vicaima fire doors installed in famous hotel
User Application Article Vicaima fire doors have been installed throughout the historic Shelbourne Hotel in Dublin.
News from Vicaima (12 July 2007)
Koramic strengthens UK presence
Koramic, the clay roof tile brand owned by Wienerberger, purchase three custom-made delivery vehicles.
News from Koramic Clay Roof Tiles (12 July 2007)
Arco in worlds largest corporate regatta
Arco, UK's leading supplier of safety products and equipment, safety management services and workwear, will be flying the flag for construction site safety at The Little Britain Challenge Cup.
News from Arco (12 July 2007)
Lumen Rooflight has green outlook
Heritage property market can improve their energy efficiency rating whilst reducing their carbon footprint with The Lumen Rooflight.
News from Tuscan Foundry Products (12 July 2007)
SELECT boosts HQ team with three new appointments
SELECT new appointments will strengthen its core team and enhance its ability to help shape the market environment by representing the electrotechnical industry to government.
News from SELECT (12 July 2007)
Aldar selects Aconex for project collaboration
User Application Article Aconex is the world's largest provider of online collaboration for construction and engineering projects.
News from Aconex (12 July 2007)
Mobile post office restored to original condition
User Application Article Such a rare and valued vehicle demanded premium paintwork and HMG provided high performance, high solids system, comprising Acrythane XSC98 2K acrylic topcoat and AMC 2K polyurethane primer.
News from HMC Brauer (12 July 2007)
Major regeneration scheme in Warsop
User Application Article Work to commence on major scheme which will see 263 brand new homes built on former site of run-down terraced properties on the Royal Estate in Church Warsop.
News from Meden Valley Making Places (12 July 2007)
Online resource for architects and specifiers
Anders Heating have launched their new website with online resources for green heating solutions.
News from Anders Heating (12 July 2007)
Unique interchangeable home storage system
Scott Brothers , experts in home storage solutions, announces the availability of the Pack-Mate Racor InterChange flexible home storage system.
News from Scott Brothers (12 July 2007)
New temperature/humidity data loggers
New TandD Corporation Model TR-71W and TR-72W Thermo Recorders are Data Loggers that incorporate an integrated ethernet/lan interface for monitoring both temperature and humidity.
News from T and D (12 July 2007)
Decra debuts at 100% Detail
Decra will showcase a revolutionary lightweight steel roof tile when it debuts at 100% Detail at London's Earls Court.
News from Decra Roof Systems (11 July 2007)
CUPA Natural Slate specified for in Gainsborough
User Application Article CUPA Natural Slate specified for roofing at the historical Marshall's Yard Iron Works site in Gainsborough.
News from CUPA Natural Slate (11 July 2007)
STG drives new homes into Leeds area
User Application Article Strategic Team Group awarded private contract with local developers, Stephen Lee and Paul Bryant, to construct 19 new luxury apartments in Roundhay, Leeds.
News from Strategic Team Group (STG) (11 July 2007)
Facelift helps theatre perform stunt flight
User Application Article Facelift Access Hire recently worked with The Brighton Theatre Group and provided a platform to help their three main principles perform a stunt flight for 'The Witches of Eastwick'.
News from Facelift Access Hire (11 July 2007)
Clarkson Controls win Elesta UK Partner of Year
Clarkson Controls, leading West Midlands HVAC controls specialist, has been awarded UK Partner of the year for 2006 by Elesta.
News from Elesta UK (11 July 2007)
Castle Cement rises to capacity challenge
Castle Cement is increasing production capacity and by 2008 will have an additional 10% output compared to 2006.
News from Castle Cement (11 July 2007)
Rise in sales of on-demand collaboration solution
User Application Article Up to four new companies a week are turning to Autodesk Buzzsaw. Brochure Available
News from Autodesk (11 July 2007)
New universal 'shower door seal' from Byretech
New from Byretech is the 'shower door seal' product that can now offer a reliable way of replacing worn out shower door seals.
News from Byretech (11 July 2007)
Aardvark goes into top gear for motorway contracts
User Application Article Following highly successful initial supply contract for repairs to Manchester's M60 motorway, Aardvark Concrete has become an overnight success for civil engineering projects in the North West.
News from Aardvark Concrete (11 July 2007)
AccessPlanIT new training management software
New research reveals inefficient training management could cost UK construction industry GBP77 million a year by 2010.
News from AccessPlanIT (11 July 2007)
World first solar powered swimming pool complex
User Application Article World's first solar powered, emission free, geothermal swimming pool complex, opened at eco-friendly water park, hotel and leisure complex at AquaCity Resort.
News from AquaCity Resort Slovakia (11 July 2007)
RICS East of England innovative new CPD event
User Application Article 'Taking Charge of Your Career' is cross-construction sector event giving delegates the opportunity to develop career-related training, development and networking skills.
News from RICS East of England (11 July 2007)
McDonalds to save energy with Echelon technology
User Application Article McDonald's choose LonWorks technology to network its restaurant kitchen equipment to lower energy consumption and increase operational efficiency.
News from Echelon (11 July 2007)
New Goods Lift 146 from movemanSKG weighs in
MovemanSKG announces the new Goods Lift 146, featuring a lift capacity of up to 2000kg which means it is ideal for tough, industrial applications.
News from movemanSKG (11 July 2007)
Norbain LIVE events take to the road again
Norbain LIVE offers a unique opportunity to get hands-on with the latest advancements in electronic security.
News from Norbain SD (11 July 2007)
Thin-joint system speeds major HA project
User Application Article Celcon aircrete with the Thin-Joint System was chosen for a major, GBP18.75m project for the St Pancras and Humanist Housing Association.
News from H+H Celcon (11 July 2007)
Jacktie - universal solution for hollow fixings
Increased interest in the new Jacktie tool has led to modifications and the introduction of two new sizes, making the Jacktie the number one solution for heavy duty hollow fixing requirements.
News from C & E Scaffolding (11 July 2007)
Zap with two-hands-free
The Zarges Access Platform (ZAP) has been designed to provide two-hands-free access for jobs that require greater mobility for those working at height.
News from Zarges (UK) (11 July 2007)
Thinsulex helps build carbon zero dream
Thinsulex was the first and currently only multi-foil to be BBA certified.
News from Web Dynamics (11 July 2007)
CommunityBASE - increasing regeneration benefits
Combining industry leading consultancy techniques and new 3D intelligent design technology is set to transform the way major regeneration projects are planned and delivered.
News from EC Harris (11 July 2007)
ISG Jackson GBP7.8m Market Gates Project
User Application Article ISG Jackson has secured GBP7.8 million project with Miller Developments to redevelop the Market Gates Shopping Centre in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk.
News from ISG Jackson (11 July 2007)
Become a Geberit Partner
Geberit Partners scheme is aimed at contractors and specifiers who wish to work closely with the European leader in plumbing technology.
News from Geberit (10 July 2007)
Back to basics - funding your business
Technical Background Article Top tips from Bibby Financial Services for the construction industry.
News from Bibby Financial Services (10 July 2007)
RMD Kwikform storms Castell Coch
User Application Article Formwork and falsework specialist RMD Kwikform has completed restoration of the roof and ramparts of Castell Coch, near Cardiff.
News from RMD Kwikform (10 July 2007)
MiniTaur T5 versatile luminaire fitting
KAG Luminaire have added MiniTaur T5 to the Taurus range of T5 fluorescent low bay luminaires.
News from KAG Luminaire (10 July 2007)
BRE creates new classification for Zenex Gassaver
BRE show there are energy efficiencies to be made from recovering waste heat from the flue of modern condensing boilers. Brochure Available
News from Zenex Technologies (10 July 2007)
ISG Totty GBP5.3m Barnsley Ramada project
User Application Article ISG Totty awarded GBP5.3 million project by New World Leisure, to build a new 117-bed Ramada Encore hotel in Barnsley.
News from ISG Totty (10 July 2007)
Rockfon ceilings complete spa splendour hotel
User Application Article Luxurious Cliff Hotel in Cardigan, West Wales, has recently undergone major refurbishment, including GBP1.2 million spa extension complete with high performance Rockfon ceilings.
News from Rockfon (10 July 2007)
Tarkett supplies new flooring to Marks and Spencer
User Application Article Tarkett appointed to supply flooring for the Marks and Spencer store-remodelling programme.
News from Tarkett Marley Floors (10 July 2007)
Sustainable building is focus of new Ibstock Dzine
Sustainable building is the topical theme running through the 2007 Summer edition of Ibstock's highly popular Dzine architectural magazine.
News from Ibstock Brick (10 July 2007)
Part L compliance pack launched by Sentinel
Sentinel, the leading UK water treatment specialist, has launched a 'Compliance Pack' to help installers.
News from Sentinel Performance Solutions (10 July 2007)
OSMA Underfloor Heating case study
User Application Article Chas Smith installed OSMA Underfloor Heating in his Chippenham conservatory and talks about the cost effective benefits of using the syste. Brochure Available
News from Wavin Plastics (10 July 2007)
Sentinel e-learning wins HandV News award
E-learning pack from Sentinel, the UK's leading chemical water treatment provider for domestic heating systems, awarded Training Initiative of the Year in the HandV News Awards.
News from Sentinel Performance Solutions (10 July 2007)
Sentinel Combiguard combating limescale
New 'Domestic Heating Compliance Guide' stipulates use of unit such as CombiGuard to address the problems of limescale in a domestic hot water systems.
News from Sentinel Performance Solutions (10 July 2007)
Chronos Richardson new Regional Sales Manager
New Regional Sales Manager responsible for sale of new equipment from the extensive range of weighing, bagging and palletising equipment.
News from Chronos Richardson (10 July 2007)
Sales of building materials rise
Technical Background Article Sales of building materials at builders' merchants throughout the country has risen by 6.8% according to BMF.
News from Builders Merchants Federation [BMF] (10 July 2007)
Sterk Systems help overcome space constraints
User Application Article Lack of space resolved when scaffolding specialist Sterk Systems supplied bespoke access system to Normandy Caravans.
News from Sterk Systems (10 July 2007)
Further success for EC Harris with DSA
User Application Article EC Harris appointed by Driving Standards Agency to undertake fire risk assessments at more than 400 of its test centres across UK.
News from EC Harris (10 July 2007)
Anti-slip decking strips from Stoneflex URP
User Application Article Anti-slip strips and step covers from Stoneflex URP used to cover bridge of Hidden Valley Park near Welshpool.
News from Stoneflex URP (10 July 2007)
Wavin Plastics on show in BBC drama
User Application Article Wavin Plastics, UK's leading provider of water management solutions, has a supporting role in a new BBC drama. Brochure Available
News from Wavin Plastics (10 July 2007)
Mitsubishi Electric new product catalogue
Mitsubishi Electric has just released its new product catalogue. Brochure Available
News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems (10 July 2007)
CAB Annual Report shows significant market growth
CAB 2007 Annual Report explains the significant resurgence in the use of aluminium in building in the UK during the last twelve month.
News from Council for Aluminium in Building (CAB) (10 July 2007)
109 million reasons to manage construction waste
Compulsory Site Waste Management Plans would help reduce the 109 million tonnes of waste that, according to Defra, the construction industry generates annually.
News from Chartered Institute of Building [CIOB] (10 July 2007)
Prevent settlement on new housing projects
Technical Background Article Large numbers of new homes being built on low lying land, especially in coastal areas, has lead to growing problem of ground settlement.
News from Vencel Resil (10 July 2007)
Zero carbon Britain in two decades
Centre for Alternative Technology release 'zerocarbonbritain', a blueprint for Britain to reduce its carbon emissions to zero by 2027.
News from Centre for Alternative Technology (10 July 2007)
Luxury floorcoverings from Peter Evans Flooring
User Application Article Flooring contractor Peter Evans Flooring teams up with Cardiff-based construction specialists OPCO to provide luxury floor coverings for 85 residential apartments.
News from Peter Evans Flooring (10 July 2007)
Dublin Airport Terminal 2 cleared for take-off
Technical Background Article Jon Cowlan, Noel Brennan and Mike Spanczak describe the successful safety management system being implemented as part of huge construction programme to expand Dublin Airport.
News from Turner & Townsend (10 July 2007)
Bovis Lend Lease UK on skills shortage
Bovis Lend Lease UK to address the growing skills shortage in construction industry with establishment of a not-for-profit company, Be Onsite.
News from Bovis Lend Lease (10 July 2007)
Waterproof Membranes 2007
AMI is launching conference on waterproof membranes for applications in roofing and geomembranes.
News from Applied Market Information (10 July 2007)
Wolf Systems has it covered
WMS - a new system which will give timber engineering manufacturers the tools required to run all aspects of their business from design through to CRM functions and production control.
News from Wolf Systems (10 July 2007)
Alumasc website for architect and specifier
Alumasc announce the winner of a competition held to celebrate the launch of their new and improved website. Brochure Available
News from Alumasc Exterior Building Products (10 July 2007)
UGS wins training award
UGS builders' merchants scoop prestigious training excellence award sponsored by Learning and Skills Council.
News from UGS (10 July 2007)
Ethernet Direct new industrial ethernet brochure
Ethernet Direct, a professional and primary provider of Industrial Networking and communication solutions, has launched a new free Industrial Ethernet brochure.
News from Ethernet Direct ( 9 July 2007)
The preferred choice for systems integrators
Ethernet Direct present a series of Industrial Ethernet solutions which are ideal for PLC/SCADA system integrators.
News from Ethernet Direct ( 9 July 2007)
Stoneflex is the new face of an old solution
User Application Article Brick-effect panels from roofing and cladding specialist Stoneflex URP have been used to give a permanent look to a school's new 'portable' classroom block.
News from Stoneflex URP ( 9 July 2007)
TRADA updates external timber cladding 'bible'
TRADA Technology second edition of External Timber Cladding, the definitive guide to timber cladding and design, to reflect significant growth and innovation in market for cladding materials.
News from TRADA Technology ( 9 July 2007)
Spaceway takes on distributorship for Redirack
User Application Article Redirack, a leading UK manufacturer of pallet racking and storage systems has appointed Spaceway Group as its distributor for Central Southern England.
News from Spaceway South ( 9 July 2007)
Lone worker protection in the building industry
Technical Background Article Martin Rogers, Sales Director, Rocksure Systems takes a look at lone worker protection in the building industry.
News from Rocksure Systems ( 9 July 2007)
VDC Group keeping cool with Breezair
User Application Article Working at VDC Group's Distribution Centre in Park Royal, London has become a breeze, following the installation of the Breezair Evaporative Cooling System from Seeley International (Europe) .
News from Seeley International (Europe) ( 9 July 2007)
Charcon provides domestic infilta paving solution
User Application Article Charcon Hard Landscaping has provided SuDS solution to overcome planning restrictions on construction of a domestic hard standing driveway for a Tyne and Wear homeowner.
News from Aggregate Industries UK ( 9 July 2007)
TimberWindows.com launch new stained glass panels
Traditional stained glass manufacturing techniques have created TimberWindows.com new signature range of glass.
News from TimberWindows.com ( 9 July 2007)
SynerJy profile with 28mm glazed unit 'A' rating
Synseal, the UK's number one choice in windows and conservatories, announces SynerJy gets the top rating.
News from Synseal ( 9 July 2007)
Savings with Deritend inverter package
Deritend inverter package saves B Mason over 16,000GBP per year on operation of 250kw fan motor, with 12.5 month payback.
News from Deritend Group ( 9 July 2007)
AEEBC on recognisig professional qualifications
Technical Background Article The AEEBC calling for a pan European card to recognise professional qualifications.
News from Sanderson Weatherall ( 9 July 2007)
Dawn Construction handovers Shopping Centre
User Application Article Dawn Construction, one of Scotland's leading independent construction and property developers handed over the keys to the Antonine Centre in Cumbernauld following completion of GBP40m project.
News from Dawn Construction ( 9 July 2007)
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