News releases on Buildingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 2 September
to Saturday 8 September 2007
New light in Durham Cathedral
User Application Article Bespoke chandelier lighting scheme from specialist consultants at Gradus Lighting has shed new light on the decorative features within Durham Cathedral's Prior's Hall.
News from Gradus Group ( 7 September 2007)
Fastener Fair Coventry 2008 at the Ricoh Arena
Fastener Fair Coventry is exclusively for the markets of the UK and Ireland, and represents all aspects of the fastener and fixing market.
News from Fastener Fair Exhibitions ( 7 September 2007)
Mercedes-Benz CharterWay: builders free insurance
Mercedes-Benz CharterWay van customers can win the ultimate driving experience with the launch of its latest insurance product - designed specifically for van operators.
News from Mercedes-Benz CharterWay ( 7 September 2007)
Space saving electrical heating for housing
Ecolec range of slim electric radiators are the answer to space saving electrical heating for new housing, conversions and high rise developments.
News from Ecolec ( 7 September 2007)
Pool therapy installations for special schools
User Application Article Award winning pool and spa designers and installers Heritage Pools, have recently completed two hydrotherapy pools as part of the Harrow PFI project, at Woodlands School.
News from Heritage Pools ( 7 September 2007)
Trust helps building industry students
Edinburgh and District Master Builders' Charitable Trust is making funds available to allow students who wish to join the industry to realise their full potential.
News from Scottish Building Federation ( 7 September 2007)
Streamlined plant management
User Application Article Leading UK construction company is making substantial savings on plant hire costs, as well as improving efficiencies, with the help of Plant Manager software from Integrated fm.
News from Integrated fm ( 7 September 2007)
Steel windows are the 'green' option
Technical Background Article All steel windows manufactured and supplied by members of the Steel Window Association are produced with steel sections that are themselves manufactured 100% from recycled steel.
News from Steel Window Association ( 7 September 2007)
Acheson and Glover acquire Readymix subsidiaries
Construction materials manufacturer, Acheson and Glover,announce it has bought the Finlay Breton business from Readymix plc, part of the global Cemex group.
News from Acheson & Glover ( 7 September 2007)
Coram launches Quadrant shower pod
Curved, space-enhancing design of the new 950mm Quadrant pod makes optimum use of space in the bathroom or en-suite.
News from Coram Showers ( 7 September 2007)
Baggeridge breathes life into new college campus
User Application Article The new GBP20 million Kettering campus transformed thanks to Baggeridge's Kingsbury Smooth Cream bricks, fulfilling the design brief to provide a large quantity of aesthetically impressive bricks.
News from Baggeridge Brick ( 7 September 2007)
Vista releases vari-focal dome cameras
Vista has released a range of vari-focal dome cameras that offer a wide range of features in a cost-effective package.
News from Norbain SD ( 7 September 2007)
Pre-cast concrete package for BBC
User Application Article Milbury to supply complete pre-cast concrete package for BBC National Orchestra and Chorus of Wales rehearsal facility at Cardiff Bay.
News from Milbury Systems ( 7 September 2007)
Adams Rite new security products at Interbuild
The legislation led stand of leading security solutions provider Adams Rite features new locking and access control products, previewed exclusively to the building industry at Interbuild.
News from Adams Rite Europe ( 7 September 2007)
Abloy Door operators fitted to bi-folding doors
User Application Article Abloy DA400 door operator fitted to bi-folding bedroom doors at the Leonard Cheshire care home in Littleborough, near Rochdale. Brochure Available
News from Abloy UK ( 7 September 2007)
Domestic Heating Market Report - UK 2007-2010
AMA Research have recently published the 8th edition of the 'UK Domestic Heating Market Report'.
News from AMA Research ( 7 September 2007)
BMF puts Security First
BMF launch Security First, a subscription service that identifies security issues whether personnel, systems or premises related and provides appropriate solutions.
News from Builders Merchants Federation [BMF] ( 7 September 2007)
D-Tec video smoke detection training
CCTV camera-based video smoke detection pioneer, D-Tec, targets far east market with video smoke detection training.
News from DTec Video Smoke Detection Systems ( 7 September 2007)
Hi-Tec Spray presents Reactor range at Interbuild
On show will be a selection of reactors from the comprehensive range of Plural Component Proportioners for industry-wide applications of foams and fast setting coatings.
News from Hi-Tec Spray ( 7 September 2007)
Diplomas on safety and environment management
Bahrain Training Institute and the British Safety Council launch international diplomas on safety and environment management.
News from British Safety Council ( 7 September 2007)
Prime Minister opens first BSF school
Prime Minister Gordon Brown has opened the first brand new school built under Building Schools for the Future (BSF) programme.
News from Partnerships for Schools ( 7 September 2007)
New economically priced digital vinyl from Hexis
Latest addition to the Hexis line of solvent inkjet media is the new economically priced V3000 and V3100 specially developed for solvent inkjet printing.
News from Hexis S.A. ( 7 September 2007)
Ward Topdek tops off care home project
User Application Article Topdek insulated single-ply roof panels were used to roof The Guardian Care Centre, Stoke-on-Trent, as part of a major refurbishment project by building contractors Multibuild.
News from Ward Insulated Panels ( 7 September 2007)
Registered specialist contractors only need apply
Bovis has joined other major specifiers and engineers such as Arup, Amec and Mott MacDonald in recognising the benefits of using a SpeCC registered specialist contractor.
News from Concrete Centre ( 7 September 2007)
Self builders warm to free energy with Dimplex
New build property in Scotland has secured funding from the Scottish Community and Householders Renewables Initiative for installation of a Dimplex air source heat pump. Brochure Available
News from Dimplex UK ( 7 September 2007)
Heating up new build flats
User Application Article Nineteen luxury new build flats under construction in Newport, Wales will each have OSMA Underfloor Heating installed to give residents the highest levels of comfort when it comes to keeping warm. Brochure Available
News from Wavin Plastics ( 7 September 2007)
Latest infrared cameras from FLIR Systems
First public appearance of new range. Interbuild 2007 will be the first building trades show in the world to feature the latest generation of infrared cameras from Flir Systems. Brochure Available
News from Flir Systems ( 7 September 2007)
Mapei metallic floor effect for new sports store
User Application Article Mapei's Mapefloor System has been used to provide a unique floor finish for the latest UK Puma Concept Store which recently opened in Birmingham City Centre. Brochure Available
News from Mapei UK ( 7 September 2007)
JELD-WEN UK wins national safety award
JELD-WEN, one of the UK's largest timber window manufacturers, has been awarded International Safety Awards at four of its manufacturing sites from the British Safety Council.
News from JELD-WEN ( 7 September 2007)
Carillion and John Laing win Project of Year Award
Carillion - together with John Laing - have won its second top industry award for work to upgrade the southern section of the Chiltern line.
News from Carillion ( 7 September 2007)
ISG strengthens senior management team
ISG has further strengthened its senior management team with the appointment of new Technical Director within the company's New Build division.
News from ISG plc ( 7 September 2007)
tc bathrooms team expands
tc bathrooms, one of the UK's fastest growing bathroom products distributors, has expanded its team of Area Sales Managers with two new appointments.
News from tc bathrooms ( 6 September 2007)
Network cabling solutions at Telecoms 07
The AMP NETCONNECT Business Unit of Tyco Electronics is featuring its comprehensive range of network cabling solutions at Telecoms 07. Brochure Available
News from Tyco Electronics/AMP NETCONNECT Division ( 6 September 2007)
Vista window treatment is interior design choice
Vista is a premium range of window treatments from CPFilms - the world's largest manufacturer of window films - which upgrades normal glass to prevent many of the problems posed by sunlight.
News from CPFilms Solutia UK ( 6 September 2007)
Real wood flooring from Multi Top Floor
User Application Article Multi Top Floor, manufacturer of luxury hardwood engineered flooring, supplied the perfect flooring solution for a luxury new property in St.Mawes, Cornwall.
News from Multi Top Floor ( 6 September 2007)
Multi-watt plug-and-play light engines and arrays
Enfis latest UNO White Array has now achieved an output of over 1,300 lumens of neutral white light.
News from Enfis ( 6 September 2007)
TBS is an education in cubicle design
User Application Article TBS quality cubicles, the Spectra system, were selected for installation at Keele University
News from TBS Fabrications ( 6 September 2007)
Washrooms with style for schools of the future
2007 has seen a focus on the requirements of 'Building Schools for the Future' projects and TBS offer washrooms that guarantee best standards of quality, safety and hygiene.
News from TBS Fabrications ( 6 September 2007)
Stormwater system delivers cost reductions
User Application Article Hydro's Stormbloc stormwater system delivers cost reductions for Cumbrian office development.
News from Hydro International ( 6 September 2007)
Masterwood ups staircase output at Riverside
User Application Article Staircase specialist Riverside Joinery has invested GBP200k in two Masterwood CNC machining centres, including the latest Project 5 five-axis model.
News from Masterwood (UK) ( 6 September 2007)
IStructE elects first Technician grade members
The Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) launched the technician grade of membership earlier this year, and has now elected its first Technician members.
News from Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) ( 6 September 2007)
Pipes and Fittings Market' report - UK 2007
AMA Research has published the first edition review of the 'UK Pipes and Fittings Market' report.
News from AMA Research ( 6 September 2007)
Sector Management Team expands at BSC
British Safety Council is continuing to expand its Sector Management team at a time when both health and safety and environmental issues are higher on the agenda than ever.
News from British Safety Council ( 6 September 2007)
Healthy energy supplies at Healthcare Estates
Visitors to this year's IHEEM Healthcare Estates Conference and Exhibition will have the opportunity to view Schneider Electric's advanced capability in energy management and electrical distribution.
News from Schneider Electric ( 6 September 2007)
Switch Board for industrial extreme environments
Korenix releases the JetNet 5008G-P, embedded gigabit managed switch board with conformal coatings for industrial extreme environments.
News from Korenix Technology ( 6 September 2007)
Investment leads to best sales for Crystal Direct
Crystal Direct has had its best ever single day with sales in excess of GBP103,000 and a record sales week of GBP285,000.
News from Crystal Direct ( 6 September 2007)
'Somerset House' in London modelled in 3D
User Application Article 3D laser mapping specialists AMT3D have produced an interactive 3D digital model of London's most famous Georgian building 'Somerset House'.
News from AMT3D ( 6 September 2007)
Eurobond tackles sticky issue of recycling
Eurobond and Sika are working together to support Eurobond's strategy of closed loop recycling at its manufacturing facility in Wales.
News from Eurobond Laminates ( 6 September 2007)
Kee Klamp scores at Whittington Park
User Application Article Kee Klamp has helped Islington Council meet DDA requirements with new tubular handrail system at Whittington Park, created using components from its 500 Series.
News from Kee Safety ( 6 September 2007)
Aluminium opens up award winning project
User Application Article Opening up a vista of stunning views was the overriding criteria for an award winning project that features Sapa Building Systems' Dualframe casement windows.
News from Sapa Building Systems ( 6 September 2007)
More graduates taking the civil engineering route
According to a study in 2006 by UK graduate careers body, Prospects, 84% of civil engineering graduates had entered full-time employment within six months of graduation.
News from UK Civil Structural Jobs ( 6 September 2007)
New flooring exhibition - Floorstyle 2008
Floorstyle 2008, a brand new exhibition for the flooring industry, will be launched at ExCeL London next summer.
News from Floorstyle 2008 ( 6 September 2007)
CIA keeps an eye on builders books
Construction Industry Accounts (CIA), the HXBXL software, has been designed specifically for builders, being compliant with the new 2007 CIS Scheme.
News from HBXL ( 6 September 2007)
Hewden excels in Achilles audit
Hewden, the UK's largest plant hirer, has achieved outstanding marks in its latest safety, health, environment and quality (SHEQ) assessments.
News from Hewden ( 6 September 2007)
tc bathrooms puts on a show at Interbuild.
tc bathrooms, one of the UK's fastest growing bathroom manufacturer and distributor, will be demonstrating its exciting new collection at Interbuild 2007
News from tc bathrooms ( 6 September 2007)
New 2008 range from tc Bathrooms
tc bathrooms has released a new collection of designer showers, baths, taps, steam cabinets and bathroom accessories with full dimensional drawings in its latest new catalogue.
News from tc bathrooms ( 6 September 2007)
Nothing tacky about this Arval system
BBA-approved structural metal roof lining system which handles the dual-edged sword of architects' and contractors' requirements is available from Arcelor Construction UK.
News from Arcelor Construction UK ( 6 September 2007)
Adams Rite specialist test facility unveiled
Adams Rite opens what is believed to be one of the first facilities in UK able to test products to highest grades European lock durability and safety performance standards BS EN 1125 and BS EN 179.
News from Adams Rite Europe ( 6 September 2007)
JER Envirotech new Vice President of Manufacturing
He assumes the responsibility for JER's global wood-thermoplastic composite and panel board production operations, as well as the design, setup and management of future facilities.
News from JER Envirotech ( 6 September 2007)
Sport in maple suits fitness factory
User Application Article Maple effect Polyflor Sport 67 sheet vinyl indoor sports flooring from Polyflor has brought a fresh, bright look to the gymnasium and boxing area at the Fitness Factory in Dumballs Road, Cardiff.
News from Polyflor ( 6 September 2007)
Aqata new Managing Director
Aqata, one of the UK's leading independent British manufacturers of shower enclosures, announces the appointment of Jayne Barnes as its new Managing Director.
News from Aqata ( 6 September 2007)
NHBC Alternative Remediation Techniques course
NHBC is re-running its highly successful Alternative Remediation Techniques course to help builders identify potentially cost-effective alternatives to dig and dump.
News from NHBC ( 6 September 2007)
Hundreds join Geberit Partners Scheme
Geberit recently launched partnership scheme where members can benefit from the company's know-how, training and products.
News from Geberit ( 6 September 2007)
New aluminium clad timber windows
Vision 3000 aluminium clad timber windows from Glas Facades limited are now available in a range of specifications, achieving Window Energy Ratings in bands A, B and C.
News from Glas Facades ( 6 September 2007)
Lightweight Roman tile launched by Decra
Lightweight roof systems pioneer Decra has brought some Italian styling to its steel tiles range with the launch of a Roman version to meet the designer trend for all things continental.
News from Decra Roof Systems ( 6 September 2007)
Hong Kong students see best of British
Joint Contracts Tribunal (JCT) host construction students from the University of Hong Kong.
News from Joint Contracts Tribunal (JCT) ( 5 September 2007)
Burlington clad home with a truly grand design
User Application Article Exterior of highly individual domestic residence that overlooks the lake of Greenhalgh Lodge Fisheries has been cloaked entirely in Burlington natural stone cladding.
News from Burlington Slate ( 5 September 2007)
LED fixtures offer highly accurate illumination
Marl CreativeArc lighting fixtures which can fill areas with intense white light or subtly illuminate specific areas with great accuracy.
News from Marl International ( 5 September 2007)
Hepworth launches Hepbox
Range of user-friendly underground water meter boundary boxes has been launched by Hepworth Building Products. Brochure Available
News from Hepworth Building Products ( 5 September 2007)
ABB extended drives warranty offer
Extended warranty is now available for ABB standard and industrial drives.
News from ABB ( 5 September 2007)
IES UK-wide routes for conservation compliance
To meet obligations of European Performance of Buildings Directive, IES is now the only commercial software provider to offer compliance solutions for all regions of the UK.
News from Integrated Environmental Solutions (IES) ( 5 September 2007)
Echelon Advanced Metering System for Russia
User Application Article Russian energy provider to deploy Echelon's Advanced Metering System to up to 375,000 customers.
News from Echelon ( 5 September 2007)
Book now for BMF Members Day
The Builders Merchants Federation has announced a full Business Programme for its second annual Members Day.
News from Builders Merchants Federation [BMF] ( 5 September 2007)
Nexus gas extinguishant voice sounder fire alarm
Nexus Gas Extinguishant Voice Sounder from Klaxon Signals is a fire alarm designed specifically to meet the requirements of gas extinguishant systems.
News from Klaxon Signals ( 5 September 2007)
New black and brown fascia and capping boards
Kestrel launch solid black and brown boards to complement its existing range of three shades of white and woodgrain options. Brochure Available
News from Kestrel-BCE ( 5 September 2007)
Software package for security system installation
Texecom's user-friendly Wintex Software provides complete upload/download and system diagnostics for both hard-wired and wireless systems.
News from Texecom ( 5 September 2007)
Easilift pod system for Tesco greenest store
User Application Article Innovative unloading system from Easilift Loading Systems has been chosen by Tesco for the loading bays at its flagship environmental store in Wick, Scotland.
News from Easilift Loading Systems ( 5 September 2007)
Easy stackable traffic lane marking safety cones
Jackson Safety launch Allsafe SMC brand, 'GRIP and GO' traffic lane marking safety cone for use on motorways, car parks, restricted areas and the emergency services.
News from Jackson Products ( 5 September 2007)
Norbain special price on Milestone XProtect Basis+
For a short period of time, Norbain is able to offer selected Milestone XProtect Basis+ 6.0 products at a special price for new installations.
News from Norbain SD ( 5 September 2007)
Pentagon heaters for worlds largest structure
User Application Article Pentagon Electrical Products order for 3500 anti-condensation heaters to be used in switchgear panels for the Burj Dubai, which will be the worlds tallest building.
News from Pentagon Electrical Products ( 5 September 2007)
Thorworld smoothes the way at food plant
User Application Article Lack of a fixed loading bay at expanding food and drinks company has been solved with introduction of a mobile yardramp and loading platform system from Thorworld Industries .
News from Thorworld Industries ( 5 September 2007)
Attachments for Kubota mini excavators
All 18 Kubota models can have the Miller Bug or the Klac quick hitch coupler system fitted by distributors to allow the operator to rapidly switch between attachments from inside the machine's cab.
News from Kubota (UK) ( 5 September 2007)
Dawn Construction wins GBP60m schools contract
User Application Article Dawn Construction wins GBP60million construction contract together with facilities management contract for two new secondary schools at Armadale Academy and Deans Community School, Livingston.
News from Dawn Construction ( 5 September 2007)
British Gypsum chosen for showpiece College
User Application Article Gypframe metal studs and channels and Gyproc DuraLine plasterboard have been used to create internal walls for York's new GBP60 million College.
News from British Gypsum ( 5 September 2007)
Fastener Fair Stuttgart opening soon
Visitors will have the chance to meet with 429 exhibitors from 37 countries, representing every sector of the global fasteners and fixings industry.
News from Fastener Fair Exhibitions ( 5 September 2007)
Tips for top zero halogen cable identification
Contractors looking for fast, flexible cable identification, HellermannTyton's Thermal Identification Printing System is right on the mark.
News from HellermannTyton Data ( 5 September 2007)
Lafarge Roofing launch new Redland OH Clay Pantile
New Redland OH Clay Pantile has authentic reclaimed old English look in two weathered colours.
News from Lafarge Plasterboard ( 5 September 2007)
First mail order Water Saving Collection
Green Building Store is launching The Water Saving Collection - an exclusive range of water saving products available to buy mail order.
News from Green Building Store ( 5 September 2007)
Going 'greener' pays, claims Recovinyl
Cladding and window cills made from 100% recycled PVC-U are examples of how the material can be sustainably used in new building products applications without any loss of performance.
News from Axion Recycling ( 5 September 2007)
Rockdoor domestic production doubles
Production has increased due to customer demand as the domestic composite door market experiences strong growth.
News from Rockdoor ( 5 September 2007)
RAK Ceramics supports Public Building Award
RAK Ceramics, one of the UK's leading tile and sanitaryware manufacturers, is sponsoring The Public Building Award's In Design category, at the LEAF Awards 2007.
News from LEAF Awards 2007 ( 5 September 2007)
First national qualifications in lean construction
The first BTEC's in Construction Lean Improvement Techniques have been awarded to four employees from Cowlin Construction, the Cardiff-based building contractor.
News from BRE ( 5 September 2007)
Low glare, uniform illumination from Luxo
Versatile new Drop luminaire from Luxo Lighting has been specifically designed to provide low glare, uniform illumination in classrooms and offices.
News from Luxo ( 5 September 2007)
An inside job for MBC Specialist Services
User Application Article Demolition and concrete drilling experts MBC Specialist Services removed external brickwork and concrete supporting the windows to prepare for new facade at Birmingham's Cannon House.
News from MBC Specialist Services ( 5 September 2007)
Wilkinson Star appoint two new Area Sales Managers
Wilkinson Star, the industrial equipment supplier has appointed two new Area Sales Managers.
News from Wilkinson Star ( 5 September 2007)
Exeter show gives local builders the X Factor
Builders looking to give their business the X factor are being advised to visit the forthcoming Self Build and Design show at the Westpoint Exhibition Centre in Exeter.
News from HBXL ( 5 September 2007)
Providing professional service for operable walls
Pro-Servicing is dedicated to the servicing, maintenance, repair, renovation and relocation of acoustic movable walls and sliding folding partitions.
News from Pro-Servicing ( 5 September 2007)
Balfour Beatty rail contract in China
User Application Article Balfour Beatty Rail announce it has been awarded a GBP34 (euro 50) million contract for new high-speed dedicated passenger line between Wuhan and Guangzhou in China.
News from Balfour Beatty ( 5 September 2007)
Hexis at VISCOM in Dusseldorf
Hexis will show their new line of cast vinyl films together with Hex'Press adhesive technology for vehicle wraps and fleet graphics.
News from Hexis S.A. ( 5 September 2007)
NHBC trying to keep cutomers satisfied
NHBC has launched a new seminar targeting its work in customer satisfaction with a focus on the HBF annual customer satisfaction survey, delivered by NHBC, and its own customer satisfaction survey.
News from NHBC ( 5 September 2007)
Face lift for 1,500 homes in Merseyside
User Application Article Bramall Construction win contract worth upwards of GBP11m to refurbish over 1,500 homes across the Wirral in Merseyside.
News from Bramall Construction ( 5 September 2007)
Environmental milestone for British Gypsum
British Gypsum has achieved another significant environmental milestone, with the closure of its landfill site at Kirkby Thore, in Cumbria.
News from British Gypsum ( 5 September 2007)
Soil-stabilised precast concrete box bridge
User Application Article Precast concrete specialist ABM Design and Build, the UK and Ireland licensee for the Matiere modular bridge system, has developed the world's first Matiere 14.5 metre span box railway bridge.
News from ABM Design and Build ( 5 September 2007)
Conference on timber in the built environment
Major one-day conference looking at the use of timber in the built environment, and in particular the positive role timber can play in improving the sustainability of buildings.
News from Devon Sustainable Building Initiative (DSBI) ( 5 September 2007)
Dawn hands over latest Glasgow retail experience
User Application Article Dawn Group has completed the initial phase of Glasgow North Retail Park, Robroyston, an investment of GBP30m in one of Glasgow's largest growth areas.
News from Dawn Construction ( 5 September 2007)
Handover of school from Dawn Construction
User Application Article Stanley Primary School - part of North Ayrshire Council's GBP80million investment through PPP/PFI - took a total of 68 weeks to complete and cost GBP7.8million.
News from Dawn Construction ( 5 September 2007)
Power alert devices are an investment in safety
Universal Power Alert device from Marsh Bellofram Europe gives a clear, visual indication of any residual power within an electrical enclosure.
News from Marsh Bellofram Europe ( 5 September 2007)
Cembrit Blunn LW Board proves green credentials
User Application Article Minerit Lightweight Board from Cembrit Blunn has been specified by Orion Trent for its fire resistance and compressive strength at Ludlow Eco Business Park.
News from Cembrit Blunn ( 5 September 2007)
Healthy surfaces for health buildings
Tremco illbruck, leader in high tech floor, ceiling and wall finishes will be featured at Harrogate Healthcare Estates Conference and Exhibition.
News from Tremco illbruck ( 5 September 2007)
Hepworth helps installers in tricky places
Hep20 flexible push fit plumbing system offers essential support to plumbers required to work behind sinks, under floorboards, in lofts and other small, confined spaces. Brochure Available
News from Hepworth Building Products ( 5 September 2007)
New swimming pool rain harvesting system
Saving rain water and recycling it for swimming pool use can be easy.
News from Just Pools ( 4 September 2007)
UGS helps bird box fundraiser
Local community group in Kirkby in Ashfield, Nottinghamshire is to raise funds for a local woodland project with help from UGS.
News from UGS ( 4 September 2007)
Swimming pool specialist seeks distributor
Bakewell based Pinelog is looking to appoint a Scottish distributor/installer for its market-leading range of domestic indoor swimming pools.
News from Pinelog ( 4 September 2007)
Sustainable Construction Conference
Semple Fraser is holding a conference for the Construction Industry entitled 'Sustainable Construction Conference - Facing the Environmental Challenges'.
News from Semple Fraser ( 4 September 2007)
Ethernet Direct BMM-101 Single Port Modbus Gateway
Ethernet Direct Corporation introduce BMM-101, a single port Modbus gateway to provide Modbus communication between Ethernet and serial Modbus devices.
News from Ethernet Direct ( 4 September 2007)
Emirates Stadium uses flexible conduit systems
User Application Article Flexible conduit systems from Adaptaflex used extensively throughout the impressive new Emirates Stadium home of Arsenal Football Club, protecting wiring systems for power, lighting and CCTV.
News from Adaptaflex ( 4 September 2007)
Find the ideal DVR at Norbain LIVE07
Launch of American Dynamics Intellex Digital Video Management System and Network Client with enhanced v4.1 software.
News from Norbain SD ( 4 September 2007)
Central battery systems for emergency lighting
Cooper Lighting and Security has produced a new guide to central battery systems, which is aimed at anyone involved in specifying emergency lighting for medium or large installations.
News from Cooper Lighting and Safety ( 4 September 2007)
Scooping savings from fresh air
Ice cream manufacturer Mackie's of Scotland is committed to go green and self-fund a new era farm; a wind farm.
News from Low Carbon Innovation Network ( 4 September 2007)
Howarth Timber joins ethical partnership scheme
Howarth Timber Building and Supplies to supply only ethically sourced stone, as member of new Ethical Partnership scheme, encouraging greater social responsibility within the hard landscaping market.
News from Howarth Timber ( 4 September 2007)
Bradstone Structural - building in sustainability
User Application Article Lower Mill Estate, Somerford Keynes, has used specially developed sustainable building products from Bradstone Stuctural, an Aggregate Industries business.
News from Aggregate Industries UK ( 4 September 2007)
UFH in housebuyers top five wish
Technical Background Article Research by Wavin Plastic reveals that more than a third of house buyers would include underfloor heating in their top five wish list of luxury items when buying a new home. Brochure Available
News from Wavin Plastics ( 4 September 2007)
SAS metal ceilings specified for hospital
User Application Article Royal Alexandra Children's Hospital in Brighton, designed by leading architects Building Design Partnership, has installed SAS International's System 330 metal ceilings throughout the hospital.
News from SAS International ( 4 September 2007)
Kawneer dominates the waterways in Manchester
User Application Article Virtually the entire range of architectural aluminium systems from Kawneer is being installed on the landmark mixed-use Islington Wharf in Manchester. Brochure Available
News from Kawneer UK ( 4 September 2007)
DeWalt launches two new cordless nailers
Offering both 12v (DC602KB) and 18v (DC608KB) executions, these 18 Gauge cordless nail guns are perfect for lighter applications such as beading, glazing bars and trims
News from Dewalt Power Tools ( 4 September 2007)
DeWalt expands sliding table top mitre saw range
DeWalt introduce the D27112 Sliding Table Top Mitre Saw, thus expanding the already extensive range of machinery from DeWalt.
News from Dewalt Power Tools ( 4 September 2007)
DeWalt launches 28v cordless platform
User Application Article DEWALT has just launched a new cordless platform to offer the professional power tool user a range of 28v machines incorporating Lithium-Ion Nano Technology.
News from Dewalt Power Tools ( 4 September 2007)
Delegates attending Edgetech's WER Forums hit 450
450 delegates have booked so far this year in series of nine 'Taking the Stress out of WER' forums, with many more already booked in for Autumn
News from Edgetech ( 4 September 2007)
Edgetech one of fastest growing companies in US
Edgetech has been ranked in the inaugural 5,000 list of fastest growing private companies in the United States with 61.9% growth from 2003-2006.
News from Edgetech ( 4 September 2007)
Carillion hands over Welsh language school
User Application Article Support services and construction company Carillion has handed over a new Welsh language school with eco friendly features for more than 200 pupils in time for a new academic year.
News from Carillion ( 4 September 2007)
Bramall Construction on school leaver recruitment
With recruitment of just 13% from school leavers, Bramall Construction calls for Jamie Oliver-style representative to raise the profile and appeal of construction as a highly skilled career option.
News from Bramall Construction ( 4 September 2007)
Murex welding equipment and consumables
User Application Article Mitre Welding Products, manufacturer of welding electrode drying ovens uses Murex welding equipment and consumables. Brochure Available
News from Murex Welding Products ( 4 September 2007)
Nozzles provide heating options
Using a standard Murex Saffire 5 shank, heating with propane can be achieved with the addition of a heavy-duty propane mixer, a bent neck for propane and the correct propane nozzle. Brochure Available
News from Murex Welding Products ( 4 September 2007)
Panduit cabinets at Telcoms 07
Panduit has revolutionised the network cabinet, offering a brand new solution which combines the benefits of a cabinet with those of a rack: The Panduit Net-Access Cabinet.
News from Panduit ( 4 September 2007)
BrightWater new ZeroFlush waterless urinal troughs
New range of ZeroFlush waterless urinal troughs constructed in high quality polished stainless steel are flagship products in the extended portfolio.
News from BrightWater Environmental ( 4 September 2007)
Water saving wizardry in a box.
Watersavers is using tough IP66 TK enclosures from Spelsberg to house the controls for the company's new SOV-100 automatic water shut off system. Brochure Available
News from Spelsberg els UK ( 4 September 2007)
Kalzip extends perforated facades portfolio
Kalzip's launch of perforated facades has proved so popular with architects and specifiers the company has extended the range to include two new perforation shapes. Brochure Available
News from Kalzip ( 4 September 2007)
Construction firms up for national award
Bovis Lend Lease and WC1's Arup have been announced as finalists in the first ever IMechE Engineering the Future Award category in the 2007 National Business Awards, sponsored by Orange.
News from Bovis Lend Lease ( 4 September 2007)
Wireless audio solution with JBL control system
Leisuretec Distribution is to distribute JBL's new Control 2.4g wireless speaker system.
News from Leisuretec Distribution ( 4 September 2007)
Solar Gard window films resist heat waves
Solar Gard window films offer a healthy and environmentally friendly solution against heat waves in Europe.
News from Bekaert ( 4 September 2007)
Bachy Soletanche digs deep at pipeline
User Application Article Leading geotechnical specialist, Bachy Soletanche has recently completed work on a circular secant shaft near Ammanford, South Wales.
News from Bachy Soletanche ( 3 September 2007)
Panther Platform Rentals access the past
User Application Article Panther Platform Rentals recently helped The National Trust with work at the historical Stowe Landscape Gardens in Buckinghamshire.
News from Panther Platforms ( 3 September 2007)
BASF podcast on worlds longest railway tunnel
New edition of BASF's innovation podcast "Chemistry of Innovations" talks about the applications of construction chemicals for extreme conditions.
News from BASF ( 3 September 2007)
H+H to promote Ra house and sustainability
H+H UK is promoting the unique Ra House system and the sustainable properties of aircrete on stand number M5 at Housebuilding 2007 at the Business Design Centre, London.
News from H+H Celcon ( 3 September 2007)
Building for the future
Technical Background Article Tenants and occupiers are setting an increasingly tough agenda for efficiency and effectiveness in the workplace.
News from Turner & Townsend ( 3 September 2007)
Simple Guide to Sustainability
Technical Background Article Sustainability is now firmly at the top of most organisations agendas, but what does it all mean and how do some of these new fangled, even weird and wonderful technologies work.
News from Turner & Townsend ( 3 September 2007)
New asset windows help Lakehouse transform homes
User Application Article New thermally efficient windows from Asset Manufacturing are helping Lakehouse Contracts transform a landmark Tower Hamlets residential block at the heart of London's Docklands.
News from L B Plastics ( 3 September 2007)
Paving from Acheson and Glover
User Application Article Paving from landscape products specialist, Acheson and Glover Group has been used to stunning effect at a new leisure and retail development next to the River Clyde in Glasgow.
News from Acheson & Glover ( 3 September 2007)
One of a kind depot to open in Warrington
Award winning Go Interiors, the largest independent distributor of specialist interior building products in the UK has successfully opened a further depot in Warrington.
News from Go Interiors ( 3 September 2007)
Linford Group to re-build Edwards No 8 nightclub
User Application Article Lichfield-based building company Linford Group has won the contract to rebuild Edwards No 8 nightclub in Birmingham's city centre.
News from Linford Group ( 3 September 2007)
Pressure from health and safety regulations
Arco, a leading supplier of personal protective equipment, clothing and workplace safety products opens a new branch in Swansea to give advice and support for local business.
News from Arco ( 3 September 2007)
Centrifugal extract fan and hand dryer set
Vortice environmentally friendly 'splashproof' Optimal Dry hand dryers and Quadro extractor fans can be used in bathrooms and washrooms in all environments
News from Vortice ( 3 September 2007)
ISG Jackson Dunstable Community Fire Station win
User Application Article ISG Jackson secure GBP4.1m design and build project with Bedfordshire and Luton Fire and Rescue Services to construct a new fire station and training facility.
News from ISG Jackson ( 3 September 2007)
Joining forces with Amnesty International
User Application Article Washroom Washroom's Specialist Joinery Division has provided the ultimate interior solution as part of Amnesty International refurbishment project.
News from Washroom Washroom ( 3 September 2007)
Business information key for construction sector
Technical Background Article Equifax says information is vital to fight against business failures.
News from Equifax ( 3 September 2007)
Sales of Quick-Purge soar
HFT Quick-Purge range of products are now available to accommodate pipe diameters up to 3 metres.
News from Huntingdon Fusion Techniques ( 3 September 2007)
Komatsu choose Benco positioners
User Application Article Komatsu Reman organisation have taken delivery of two Benco purpose built engine positioner units from Brixworth Engineering Company for their European Remanufacturing Facility.
News from Brixworth Engineering Co ( 3 September 2007)
Environmental experts closer than you think
Technical Background Article Building contractors are increasingly finding that their own employees are best source of environmental information, according to survey conducted by Hewden, UK's largest plant hire business.
News from Hewden ( 3 September 2007)
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