News releases on Buildingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 22 July
to Saturday 28 July 2007
Sandtoft factory first to become carbon neutral
Sandtoft, the environmentally conscious roof tile manufacturer has announced that its recycled slate plant in West Yorkshire is to achieve carbon neutral status from September this year.
News from Sandtoft Roof Tiles (27 July 2007)
CIWEM 'The Global Environment 2007' Programme
The Global Environment 2007 is a three-day, 42-session event at London's Brit Oval addressing the key strategic issues in water and environmental management.
News from CIWEM (27 July 2007)
Icopal launches new cold-applied roofing system
Membranes manufacturer Icopal launch Parapro, a high-performance, cold-applied liquid waterproofing roofing system. Brochure Available
News from Icopal (27 July 2007)
Latest list of Agrement Certificates
List of Agrement Certificates awarded by the BBA during the past two months. Brochure Available
News from British Board of Agrement (27 July 2007)
HomePro Insurance and TimberWindows.com deal
In an industry first TimberWindows.com, the engineered timber window system company, has negotiated a ground-breaking deal with HomePro Insurance.
News from TimberWindows.com (27 July 2007)
Biomass company wins Renewable Energy Award
Wood Energy, the UK and Ireland's leading biomass heating business, has won the coveted Ashden Award for Renewable Energy.
News from Wood Energy (27 July 2007)
Split spherical roller bearings cut costs
FAG range of split spherical roller bearings from Schaeffler UK helps heavy industries such as mining and quarrying companies cut costs Brochure Available
News from Schaeffler (UK) (27 July 2007)
New IP65 emergency luminaire designed for heights
New JSB Alfalux High Bay luminaire from Cooper Lighting and Security has been designed specifically to provide emergency lighting in areas with ceilings as high as 10m.
News from Cooper Lighting and Safety (27 July 2007)
Winners of world's leading green energy awards
Former US Vice President Mr Al Gore inspired by all contenders at the 2007 Ashden Awards for Sustainable Energy.
News from Wood Energy (27 July 2007)
Ventilation, air con and heating market report
AMA forecast underlying growth in the ventilation, air conditioning and non-domestic heating market.
News from AMA Research (27 July 2007)
Companies can save by recycling polystyrene
Taylor Products of Cardiff in partnership with Purex International develop Styromelt Polystyrene Densifier to help recycle polystyrene waste.
News from Purex International (27 July 2007)
Bygone brochure creates sash window demand
Masterframe Windows, specialist PVC-U sash window fabricator, has produced a new brochure, to create demand for its network of Bygone Preferred Installers (BPI).
News from Masterframe Windows (27 July 2007)
Minister announces woodland creation scheme
Forestry and biomass growers are to benefit from a new woodland creation scheme aimed specifically to help tackle climate change.
News from Forestry Commission (27 July 2007)
Precast concrete building products market report
New AMA report reviews opportunities for growth in the precast concrete products market in a rapidly changing construction environment
News from AMA Research (27 July 2007)
Trim Acoustics help solve neighbourhood noise
Expanded range of sound reduction products available from Trim Acoustics for walls, floors and ceilings - products are tested to the latest Building Regulation Document E.
News from Trim Acoustics (27 July 2007)
High performance LED 'Plug and Play' Light Engines
Enfis launched Quattro and Uno range of high performance LED 'Plug and Play' Light Engines to the architectural lighting market at the 'Arc 07' show in London.
News from Enfis (27 July 2007)
Enhanced performance of CCTV over IP.
Bosch Security Systems has introduced major enhancements to its Intelligent Video Motion Detection (IVMD) software.
News from Bosch Security Systems (27 July 2007)
Creative Steel Solutions launches smoking solution
Lifting Solutions' new architectural steel company - Creative Steel Solutions - launch 'Smoking Solutions' designed to meet a growing demand in the market.
News from Lifting Solutions (27 July 2007)
Free roadshow on building hygienic environments
Event is aimed at highlighting how products are available with built-in antibacterial properties that can reduce bacteria and consequently cross - contamination in the built environment.
News from BioCote (27 July 2007)
New Vice Chair of Construction Procurement Group
Bovis Lend Lease UK Procurement Head is elected as Vice Chair of the Construction Procurement Group, a special interest group at the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply.
News from Bovis Lend Lease (27 July 2007)
Symphony expands Chain of Custody
Leading UK furniture supplier Symphony has received Forest Stewardship Council Chain of Custody certification across its kitchen, bedroom and bathroom furniture ranges.
News from Symphony (27 July 2007)
Report on Wall Coverings Market - UK 2007
UK Wallcoverings Market is undergoing a tentative recovery according to the latest edition of the "Wallcoverings Market - UK 2007" published by AMA Research.
News from AMA Research (27 July 2007)
New Taradouche range from Gerflor
Taradouche Mural wallcovering for a complete shower room system. Brochure Available
News from Gerflor (27 July 2007)
Electronic Security and Access Control Market
New AMA report reviews performance in the UK Electronic Security and Access Control Market.
News from AMA Research (27 July 2007)
Ecology record breaking green mortgages
Green lending reaches new heights at Ecology Building Society..
News from Ecology Building Society (27 July 2007)
Education Construction Market - UK 2007
This new report, available from AMA Research, provides an incisive and detailed insight into the current state of education construction in the UK.
News from AMA Research (27 July 2007)
CIWEM Journal tackles flood risk
With more extreme weather events predicted for the future, CIWEM is providing a unique resource to discuss global strategies for flood risk management.
News from CIWEM (27 July 2007)
UK Educational Furniture and Furnishings Market
Comprehensive report from AMA Research is widely recognised as one of the key reviews of the educational furniture and furnishings market in the UK.
News from AMA Research (27 July 2007)
Polish-free, low maintenance vinyl floorcovering
Bold, bright colours available from the Polyflor 2000 PUR range of polish-free, low maintenance sheet vinyl floorcoverings.
News from Polyflor (27 July 2007)
Decade of campaigning will save lives
Technical Background Article The Corporate Manslaughter and Homicide Act that IOSH believes will help to save the lives of workers across Great Britain has become law after more than a decade of campaigning.
News from Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (27 July 2007)
BBC show gets into gear with Pilkington
Pilkington Planar has been heralded by the BBC as one of the most important innovations of the last 100 years in a new television programme.
News from Pilkington Building Products UK (27 July 2007)
Real wood veneered doors get a makeover
JELD-WEN change specification of its real wood veneered internal doors with the removal of lippings along the long edges.
News from JELD-WEN (27 July 2007)
Symphony introduces luxurious bi-fold wardrobes
Symphony introduce a suite of contemporary bi-fold wardrobes, available across its 16 bedroom furniture ranges.
News from Symphony (27 July 2007)
Dimplex 'accredited' heat pump installer scheme
To meet demand for sustainable low carbon heating solutions, Dimplex has introduced an Accredited Installer programme for its range of air source heat pumps. Brochure Available
News from Dimplex UK (27 July 2007)
Flashback arrestors and regulators
Murex Saffire branded regulators and flashback arrestors are now stamped with a simple code highlighting the year when they should be inspected. Brochure Available
News from Murex Welding Products (27 July 2007)
GBP3m for woodland creation scheme
Forestry and biomass growers are to benefit from a GBP3 million woodland creation scheme which is aimed specifically to help tackle climate change.
News from Forestry Commission (27 July 2007)
Most popular ladder system in the world
The Little Giant is the only ladder you will ever need - 24 ladders in one compact design.
News from TB Davies (Cardiff) (27 July 2007)
Places for People seeks a little respect
Places for People sign up to Government's 'Respect Standard for Housing Management', as part of its ongoing drive to stamp out antisocial behaviour.
News from Places for People (27 July 2007)
Wise about water with Cottam and Preedy
Cottam and Preedy have extended their reputation for innovation in the field of valves with their CP961 Multi, combined isolation valve and flow regulator.
News from Cottam and Preedy (27 July 2007)
Piccadilly Line extension handed over
User Application Article Balfour Beatty Rail Projects and Balfour Kilpatrick hand over Piccadilly Line extension to Heathrow T5.
News from Balfour Beatty (27 July 2007)
Latest Manchester City Council framework project
User Application Article ISG Totty Building secure its latest project with Manchester City Council, under its four year partnering framework deal, with GBP215K project at Briscoe Lane Primary School in Newton Heath.
News from ISG Totty (27 July 2007)
Finning announces two new group appointments
Finning Group UK appoint new Group Communications Manager and UK Training and Development Manager.
News from Finning UK (27 July 2007)
RW extends best-selling Norel panel heaters
Leading heating appliance manufacturer, Robinson Willey, has extended its range of Norel electric panel heaters with the addition of three LST models.
News from Robinson Willey (27 July 2007)
Balfour Kilpatrick contract for Paradise Project
User Application Article Balfour Kilpatrick has been awarded a GBP10m contract for supply and installation of HVAC, electrical and plumbing services for Paradise Project in Liverpool.
News from Balfour Beatty (27 July 2007)
Limestone decadence from Burlington
Burlington's new range of natural limestone flooring is already becoming a popular choice with those architects, specifiers and interior designers.
News from Burlington Slate (27 July 2007)
Who puts industrial in ethernet?
Ethernet Direct is a featured vendor in a recent report made by Control Engineering titled "Who Puts Industrial in Ethernet."
News from Ethernet Direct (27 July 2007)
Managed gigabit ethernet workgroup switch
Ethernet Direct introduces cost competitive stackable workgroup switch that offers reliable connection to the backbone network.
News from Ethernet Direct (27 July 2007)
Prestigious Platform Lift from movemanSKG
The Companion Prestige A40 is the latest in platform lift technology from movemanSKG.
News from movemanSKG (27 July 2007)
Raychem 5-star underfloor heating
User Application Article Tyco Thermal Controls to design and supply its Raychem electric underfloor heating systems for all 95 bathrooms at the luxurious new Kempinski Hotel Charles V in Bruges, Belgium.
News from Tyco Thermal Controls (27 July 2007)
Soverign and VEKA pull in the crowds at Harrogate
Sharing the stand with VEKA plc, Sovereign showcased its abilities within the public sector highlighting projects it has transformed using the VEKA Matrix system.
News from VEKA (27 July 2007)
50k piece parquet floor coated by Becker Acroma
User Application Article Parquet floor consisting of 50,000 pieces of timber has been meticulously coated with Becker Acroma's Parquet One lacquer, in the renovation of a Dublin church of extreme historical importance. Brochure Available
News from Becker Acroma (27 July 2007)
Carmanah EverGEN line of solar engines
EverGEN solar engines can be installed in minutes with minimal technical expertise, to power a wide range of low-voltage devices, from LED-based lighting and cameras to remote sensors and Wi-Fi hubs.
News from Carmanah Technologies (26 July 2007)
Life is a BREEAM with Kawneer curtain walling
User Application Article When architects needed a very good BREEAM rating for a new office block that required a striking glazed building facade, only Kawneer's curtain walling and structural glazing would do. Brochure Available
News from Kawneer UK (26 July 2007)
Marley Eternit launches new cladding range
New range of fibre cement decorative rainscreen cladding panels will debut on Marley Eternit's stand at 100% Detail. Brochure Available
News from Marley Eternit (26 July 2007)
Preparation is the key for Bachy Soletanche
User Application Article Geotechnical specialist, Bachy Soletanche, recently completed the construction of an 1825metre slurry cut-off wall.
News from Bachy Soletanche (26 July 2007)
Garlock launch Multi-Swell self-loading gasket
The world's first self-loading general service gasket, Multi-Swell creates its own load when it comes into contact with oil or water, virtually eliminating the most common cause of gasket failure.
News from Garlock Sealing Technologies (US) (26 July 2007)
Plastic recycler is soft on the environment
Axion Polymers makes full use of soft starts on all major axes of its processing equipment, along with inverters, PLCs and HMIs, all from the Silverteam range of automation equipment.
News from Silverteam (26 July 2007)
Intelligent automation platform from Mitsubishi
Mitsubishi has addressed today's business needs for more flexible, efficient and integrated processes with the introduction of the iQ Platform. Brochure Available
News from Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems (26 July 2007)
Milliken at DOMOTEXasia/CHINAFLOOR 2008
Milliken, the top US carpet tile producer has confirmed they will be back in DOMOTEXasia/CHINAFLOOR 2008, after several years' absence.
News from VNU Exhibitions Asia (26 July 2007)
Unique heat store range cooker requires no flue
Marcury's Thermastone is flue less making it the ideal choice for major refurbishment projects where installing a flue is either difficult or not possible.
News from Mercury Appliances (26 July 2007)
Grand Designs Live NEC: Back for 2nd year running
2007 show promises to be bigger and better with new show-stopping features, more celebrities and countless experts on hand, guiding visitors through every step of the design and build process.
News from Grand Designs Live (26 July 2007)
Visitors enjoy 'Grand' day for 3rd year running
Award-winning formula attracts crowds to Grand Designs Live at ExCeL London.
News from Grand Designs Live (26 July 2007)
Jabroof SlimFix panels from Vencel Resil
Jabroof SlimFix roof can be installed to create a weather-tight seal within a day.
News from Vencel Resil (26 July 2007)
Beckett Bridge being built using Aconex
User Application Article Aconex will provide its web-based collaboration solution to the Samuel Beckett Bridge project in Dublin.
News from Aconex (26 July 2007)
Get a good TIP from HMRC
Technical Background Article Tactical and Information Packages (TIPS), available on the HMRC website, are trade/profession-based notes with the primary purpose of supporting compliance activity.
News from Wellers Accountants (26 July 2007)
Showcasing shelter, canopy and walkway solutions
Urban Engineering launch their new brochure and website showcasing their market leading range of shelter, canopy and walkway solutions.
News from Urban Engineering (25 July 2007)
Sumptuous leather floors by The Flooring Studio
Soft and warm underfoot, leather floor tiles age beautifully and are specially treated to withstand the heaviest traffic and will also absorb sound.
News from The Flooring Studio (25 July 2007)
SEEDA comment on Green Paper on Housing
Technical Background Article South East England Development Agency welcomes Government initiative bringing together all the Growth Points for housing contained within the Green Paper
News from SEEDA, South East England Devt. Agency (25 July 2007)
SEEDA meeting the challenge of sustainability
South East England Development Agency has appointed Oona Muirhead CBE as the Executive Director of its new Sustainable Prosperity directorate.
News from SEEDA, South East England Devt. Agency (25 July 2007)
Construction industry gets new anti-crime weapon
New V-Ceptor surveillance system is set to keep a watchful eye over places that other systems cannot reach - such as construction sites
News from Forward Vision CCTV (25 July 2007)
Top safety accreditation for Peter Evans Flooring
Peter Evans Flooring is one the latest group of successful companies to join SAFEcontractor programme, designed to help industry improve its safety record.
News from Peter Evans Flooring (25 July 2007)
Arbil launch new websites
Arbil, experts in all areas of lifting, jacking, and winching equipment have a new dedicated lifting gear website.
News from Arbil (25 July 2007)
Marshalls launch PlayPave hybrid safety paving
Marshalls plc has launched new hybrid safety paving - PlayPave which requires no costly specialist installation or maintenance processes throughout its lifecycle.
News from Marshalls plc (25 July 2007)
Green Paper plans on housing are only a start
Technical Background Article Places for People warning that the housing industry must start to offer a greater range of flexible products if it is to address the UK's housing problems.
News from Places for People (25 July 2007)
CADline moves south
CADline, the Autodesk design software specialist has opened a new office in Fareham, Hampshire to cover the entire Southampton, Solent, New Forest area and beyond.
News from CADline (25 July 2007)
Airbloc and the big freeze
Airbloc air curtains aren't just for keeping warm air within a building - they can also be highly effective in containing intense cold. Brochure Available
News from AmbiRad - Airbloc (25 July 2007)
Delivering sustainable construction on site
New CIRIA conference 'Delivering sustainable construction on site' will take a strategic look at the challenges and opportunities for delivering sustainable construction. Brochure Available
News from CIRIA (25 July 2007)
Land regeneration - a time of change
CIRIA's annual contaminated land conference: Land regeneration - a time of change will explore how recent initiatives will affect contaminated land practitioners in UK. Brochure Available
News from CIRIA (25 July 2007)
Floor to ceiling air quality for Stannah
User Application Article Air quality is guaranteed to be excellent at Stannah Stairlifts' Andover factory following the installation of a Nordair-Niche variable air volume heating and ventilation system.
News from NordairNiche (25 July 2007)
Shoxx range of cutting-edge X20 diamond blades
Shoxx, specialist in industrial diamond blades, launch Shoxx X20, a new diamond blade that cuts twice as fast as standard blades.
News from Shoxx (25 July 2007)
Developing the Scottish biomass industry
Wood Energy, the UK and Ireland's leading provider and installer of energy efficient biomass heating solutions, appoint Dan Gates as Business Development Manager for Scotland.
News from Wood Energy (25 July 2007)
Transmission of electrically isolated signals
Phoenix Contact's new Mini MCR-SL-TB terminal is designed to transmit electrically isolated signals to the system. Brochure Available
News from Phoenix Contact (25 July 2007)
Savings through flexible energy supply concept
Phoenix Contact is introducing new generation of power transducers for amperometry: the MACX MCR-SL-CAC-5-I(-UP) transducer allows easy customer configuration through the front-side DIP switch. Brochure Available
News from Phoenix Contact (25 July 2007)
Power supply with Ex certification
Phoenix Contact now offers an especially compact Mini Power adaptor with 24 V DC and 1.5 A for use in Ex areas. Brochure Available
News from Phoenix Contact (25 July 2007)
Phoenix Contact new Controlpanel product line
The new Controlpanel product line with HLC function and integrated Ethernet and USB can be simultaneously controlled and operated on a variety of tested hardware without licensing fees. Brochure Available
News from Phoenix Contact (25 July 2007)
Stackable energy distributor from Phoenix Contact
Industrial-grade Duplicon T-Box from Phoenix Contact allows you to efficiently loop an energy trunkline through a contact insert with two screw connections per pin. Brochure Available
News from Phoenix Contact (25 July 2007)
Bell Equipment UK appoint four new ADT experts
Bell Equipment UK has appointed four new ADT experts to strengthen its customer sales and support team.
News from Bell Equipment UK (25 July 2007)
Wohr parking solution for Bedford apartments
User Application Article Exclusive development of apartments in Bedford feature mechanical parking system supplied and installed by Wohr. Brochure Available
News from Wohr Parking Systems (25 July 2007)
Dalsouple rubber flooring for library
User Application Article Smooth Dalsouple rubber specified by interior designers John Hunt Associates for the children's section of Handsworth Library,
News from Dalsouple Rubber Flooring (25 July 2007)
Solarcentury offers 50% more solar energy for free
For a limited time only, leading solar solutions provider Solarcentury is offering its customers the opportunity to generate 50% more energy, for free.
News from Solarcentury (25 July 2007)
25p skimp on doors and windows in 90% of break-ins
More than 90% of all break-ins repaired by Martindales could be avoided if a 25p skimp by fit-and-run replacement door and window contractors was stamped out.
News from Martindales (25 July 2007)
Ford reports reduction in global energy use
Technical Background Article Car manufacturer Ford reports a reduction in global energy use by 27 percent and water use by more than 25 percent since 2000.
News from Low Carbon Innovation Network (25 July 2007)
Council scheme for saving energy taken seriously
Technical Background Article When it comes to reducing carbon and saving energy, Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council, takes a holistic approach.
News from Low Carbon Innovation Network (25 July 2007)
Simple ways of reducing office carbon footprint
User Application Article The Environmental team at Legal and General's Birmingham site have experienced recent success in reducing energy use by working with their staff.
News from Low Carbon Innovation Network (25 July 2007)
Wind powers Antrim Area Hospital to huge savings
User Application Article Since installing a 40 metre high wind turbine, the largest of any UK hospital, Antrim Area Hospital are well on track to make energy savings in the region of GBP90,000 a year.
News from Low Carbon Innovation Network (25 July 2007)
Balfour Beatty high output down under
User Application Article Balfour Beatty Rail Projects is helping deliver high output performance on the GBP87 million upgrade of an existing 800km rail link between Maitland, north of Sydney, and Brisbane in Australia.
News from Balfour Beatty (25 July 2007)
New valve automates condensate management
Hoerbiger-Origa launch new automatic drain valve for its Airfit range of air preparation filters, regulators and lubricators. Brochure Available
News from Hoerbiger-Origa (25 July 2007)
Multibuild scores top marks on school project
User Application Article Multibuild has added three extensions to the Severn Hill dormitory block at the Shrewsbury School in Shropshire.
News from Multibuild (25 July 2007)
Growth in German bathroom market
AMA forecast underlying growth in the German bathroom market.
News from AMA Research (25 July 2007)
Low cost 3D scanner opens digital modelling to all
Highly affordable yet robust 3D scanner is being introduced by modelling and prototyping specialist Unimatic Engineers. Brochure Available
News from Unimatic Engineers (25 July 2007)
DefenCell success in vehicle barrier crash tests
JandS Franklin 'DefenCell Vehicle Barrier system completes successful Crash testing by the UK's Transport Research Laboratory (TRL)
News from J & S Franklin (25 July 2007)
FTA welcomes Local Authority roadworks powers
Technical Background Article Freight Transport Association welcomes Government announcement of new package of measures for local authorities to reduce congestion and disruption caused by roadworks.
News from Freight Transport Association (25 July 2007)
Free training needs analysis service
Total Electrical Training launch free training needs analysis service designed to help clients decide on the most appropriate way to ensure their staff have the right skills.
News from Total Electrical Training (25 July 2007)
Alumasc rainwater solutions for classic conversion
User Application Article Prestigious West 3 apartments in Bromyard Avenue, Acton, has been provided with cost-effective and efficient drainage solutions from Alumasc Brochure Available
News from Alumasc Exterior Building Products (25 July 2007)
Heritage properties go green at Culzean
User Application Article New Corktherm exterior wall insulation system from Alumasc met the required criteria for refurbishment work on properties on an historic Ayrshire estate. Brochure Available
News from Alumasc Exterior Building Products (25 July 2007)
Green Roofs - new technical brochure from Alumasc
ZinCo green roof systems, supplied by Alumasc provide sustainable, proven solutions that are suitable for a wide variety of building applications. Brochure Available
News from Alumasc Exterior Building Products (25 July 2007)
LEM new Battery Monitoring Division appointment
LEM SA, has appointed Alan Denny as new Business Development Manager for its Battery Monitoring Division.
News from LEM Instruments (25 July 2007)
Hoppe (UK) introduces new website
Hoppe's catalogues are included in downloadable PDF formats which means they can be stored on customers' computers.
News from Hoppe (UK) (25 July 2007)
Ex-or OEM and export push
Ex-Or, international leaders in lighting management, has appointed Paul Davies to key role of OEM and Export Sales Manager.
News from Ex-Or (25 July 2007)
DHF lands main sponsor for its 2007 Expo
Bodycote warringtonfire, leading fire testing and fire safety consultants, is to be main sponsor of this year's Door and Hardware Federation (DHF) Conference and Expo.
News from Door and Hardware Federation (25 July 2007)
TTF launches credit insurance initiative
Timber Trade Federation help launch a new credit insurance initiative designed specifically for companies operating within the timber sector.
News from Timber Trade Federation (25 July 2007)
NIFL in designer resin flooring
User Application Article Technological advancement and the desire for a contemporary look means resin is the new big thing
News from NIFL Resin Flooring (25 July 2007)
NIFL help create a new look for Mercedes
User Application Article When it came to refurbishing a new Mercedes centre, NIFL Resin Flooring was chosen to help create a new look with a wow factor.
News from NIFL Resin Flooring (25 July 2007)
Dual homing technology for industrial ethernet
Dual homing technology in Ethernet Direct's Industrial ethernet switches is launched.
News from Ethernet Direct (24 July 2007)
Green space essential to housing
User Application Article Landscaping and green spaces should be a major part of all housing developments, says Wayne Hemingway, of the design team responsible for The Bridge, George Wimpey's new development in Dartford
News from The Bridge - George Wimpey South East (24 July 2007)
Ethernet Direct In report made by Global Sources
Ethernet Direct is featured vendor in recent report by Global Sources 'Gigabit Ethernet Switches Edging Forward'.
News from Ethernet Direct (24 July 2007)
SUI new digital line scan NIR/SWIR camera
Camera features high sensitivity, room-temperature-stabilized operation and integrate-while-read capability for fast readout speeds with minimal dead time.
News from Sensors Unlimited (24 July 2007)
British Safety Council sponsors Construction Award
BSC is sponsoring the Environmental/Sustainable Company of the Year category in the Builder and Engineer Awards.
News from British Safety Council (24 July 2007)
Elementa wins Consultancy of the Year Award
Elementa Consulting has won "Consultancy of the Year" at the tenth annual BSJ (Building Services Journal) awards held in London.
News from elementa consulting (24 July 2007)
Adding womans touch to plant hire start-up
User Application Article Vicky Flanagan opens her one-woman operation, All Hire Midlands, buying two Kubota mini excavators to add to her other equipment.
News from Kubota (UK) (24 July 2007)
Deutz 2011 engine production hits a million
Deutz 2011 engine is used in more than 200 different types of industrial equipment around the world, including construction and allied plant.
News from Deutz UK (24 July 2007)
Increased life for gearboxes and crusher rolls
User Application Article CNES helps eliminate unforeseen breakdowns and increase life of gearboxes and crusher rolls at Cleveland Potash. Brochure Available
News from Corus Northern Engineering Services (24 July 2007)
Acoustics monitoring prevents downtime at quarry
User Application Article Corus Northern Engineering Services has helped a Shapfell Lime Quarry in Cumbria maintain its output, efficiency and profitability. Brochure Available
News from Corus Northern Engineering Services (24 July 2007)
CPE completes air mist caster study
User Application Article Corus Process Engineering has completed detailed study into conversion of a water-only cooling system on a steel slab caster in Mexico, into an air mist spray cooling system. Brochure Available
News from Corus Northern Engineering Services (24 July 2007)
New KeyCard and KeyTag room isolation switches
New from Elkay Electrical is a rationalised range of KeyCard and KeyTag energy management isolation switches. Brochure Available
News from Elkay Electrical (24 July 2007)
Remote concert noise tests reduce council costs
User Application Article Bruel and Kjaer's sound testing equipment with a wireless link to monitor concert noise levels and reduces the number of staff it usually needs at this type of event.
News from Bruel and Kjaer UK (24 July 2007)
CIOB develops Ambassador programme
Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) has revamped its Ambassador programme to ensure the CIOB has a prominent and respected voice on key strategic industry issues in the UK and around the world.
News from Chartered Institute of Building [CIOB] (24 July 2007)
Brett keeps things moving on Forth Road Bridge
User Application Article Brett has supplied selection of its Trief high containment kerbs to provide maximum safety for vehicles using the new toll booths on the Forth Road Bridge in Scotland.
News from Brett Landscaping and Building Products (24 July 2007)
Trief kerbs at the heart of bp service station
User Application Article Brett supplied BP's North and South sites of Heart of Scotland Motorway Service Area Harthill with 891 of its Trief high containment kerbs.
News from Brett Landscaping and Building Products (24 July 2007)
Brett Landscaping win at RHS Chelsea Flower Show
User Application Article Brett Landscaping has won Silver Flora Medal in the 'Show Garden' category at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show.
News from Brett Landscaping and Building Products (24 July 2007)
Brett new enhanced Picturethis released on CD Rom
CD Rom will help Builders' Merchants and their contractor customers make quicker and more effective sales pitches to homeowners.
News from Brett Landscaping and Building Products (24 July 2007)
Brett in-depth support for Approved Installers
Main aim of support scheme is to promote excellence in all aspects of paving installation and customer service.
News from Brett Landscaping and Building Products (24 July 2007)
Installers brings business for Builders Merchants
Brett's Approved Installer Scheme gives Builders' Merchants the assurance that the quality products they are selling are being installed properly.
News from Brett Landscaping and Building Products (24 July 2007)
Laying sustainable foundations
User Application Article Ecos Homes announce that work to build five eco-homes at the brown field site in Stawell has started.
News from Ecos Trust (24 July 2007)
Panduit Pan-Steel on-site custom marking tools
Pan-Steel System designed for faster and more reliable bundling and permanent identification.
News from Panduit (24 July 2007)
Striebig moves into new eco-friendly headquarters
Striebig, market leader in vertical panel saw technology, has moved into a new headquarters building in Littau, Switzerland.
News from T M Machinery Sales (24 July 2007)
Michaela Strachan goes green in Prestwich
User Application Article Prestwich's most eco-friendly community was officially launched last week by TV presenter Michaela Strachan.
News from Seddon Group (24 July 2007)
Thorworld mobile yardramps bridge the gulf
User Application Article Thorworld Industrie is maintaining its export drive with the sale of its market-leading mobile yardramps to customers in the Middle East.
News from Thorworld Industries (24 July 2007)
Polyped2 solvent free polyurethane adhesive
Polyped2 from Chemique Adhesives and Sealants is proving to be extremely popular for the installation and manufacturers of raised access flooring.
News from Chemique Adhesives and Sealants (24 July 2007)
InfoWorks WS to model growing water network
User Application Article Wallingford Software's InfoWorks WS has been chosen to play a key role in decision-making in Cary in North Carolina, USA.
News from Wallingford Software (24 July 2007)
BBA certification for Glasroc products
British Gypsum's award winning Glasroc paperless gypsum boards have received new certification from the British Board of Agrement (BBA),
News from British Gypsum (24 July 2007)
New IQ750 roof is smart choice for installers
Eurocell has launched IQ750 a brand new modular low pitch roof system with many unique features that offer tangible benefits for both installers and homeowners. Brochure Available
News from Eurocell Profiles (24 July 2007)
BlueCielo ECM Solutions sponsors Maximo World 2007
InnoCielo solutions enable Maximo users in maintenance to easily connect and collaborate with engineering.
News from BlueCielo ECM Solutions (24 July 2007)
Conservatory Outlet launches Conservatory TV
Conservatory Outlet, manufacturer of uPVC conservatories, has launched the world's first Conservatory video website
News from Conservatory Outlet (24 July 2007)
Baggeridge reaches new brick milestone
Sedgley-based Baggeridge is celebrating after two of its popular brick types reached a product milestone at its Waresley Factory.
News from Baggeridge Brick (24 July 2007)
ISG Jackson builds GBP3.9m green school
User Application Article Oakwood Park Primary School has been designed to a very high environmental specification and is expected to achieve a 'very good' BREEAM industry rating.
News from ISG Jackson (24 July 2007)
New GBP3 million Sustainable Building Centre
User Application Article Construction consultants Edmond Shipway appointed project manager and CDM coordinator for Sustainable Building Centre being developed by Wolseley UK at its HQ in Leamington Spa.
News from Edmond Shipway (24 July 2007)
Manchester sure start roll out programme
User Application Article ISG Totty Building has secured design and build projects valued at around GBP2 million with Manchester City Council, as part of its Sure Start development programme.
News from ISG Totty (24 July 2007)
Should rainwater recycling be compulsory?
Technical Background Article Rainwater harvesting is a simple technology used widely in other countries.
News from Hydro International (24 July 2007)
New HORA Catalogue for 2007 launched
HORA the leading European Control Valve manufacturer has launched it's new catalogue covering every application in Building Automation.
News from Slaney Direct (24 July 2007)
Nu-lok Roofing case study: Preseli Venture Lodge
Nu-lok ceramic slate roofing chosen because the product is easy and practical to use, it is cost effective and has exceptional good looks.
News from Nu-Lok Roofing Systems (UK) (24 July 2007)
H+H UK pulls the plug on energy waste
H+H UK becomes first aircrete manufacturer and first company in precast concrete industry to achieve accreditation under Energy Efficiency Accreditation Scheme.
News from H+H Celcon (23 July 2007)
Concealed gutters beat coastal conditions
User Application Article Concealed gutters, fascias, truly curved verges and rainwater downpipes from Guttermaster specified to overcome extreme coastal conditions at new Training School Building.
News from Guttermaster (23 July 2007)
Norbain LIVE latest in access control
Norbain LIVE offers a unique opportunity to get hands-on with latest advancements in electronic security.
News from Norbain SD (23 July 2007)
SONY recognise Brandon Medical expertise
Brandon Medical's advanced expertise in medical audio, video and IP communication systems has been recognised by SONY.
News from Brandon Medical (23 July 2007)
Door closer goes undercover at Hilton Manchester
User Application Article Perko Powermatic, the concealed, controlled door closer from Samuel Heath and Sons plc, has been installed at the new Hilton Manchester Deansgate in Beetham Tower.
News from Samuel Heath & Sons (23 July 2007)
Lighting performance with SAS FT metal ceilings
User Application Article During refurbishment of the University of London, BDP specified metal ceilings from SAS International featuring its new semi-matt, fine textured paint finish SAS FT.
News from SAS International (23 July 2007)
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