News releases on Buildingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 4 November
to Saturday 10 November 2007
Tackling fuel poverty in Glasgow
User Application Article TAC, energy management specialists, has been working in partnership with Glasgow Housing Association to produce a fuel poverty strategy and tackle the problem.
News from TAC UK ( 9 November 2007)
Facelift Bronto 90m high level access order
User Application Article Facelift Access Hire confirm 750k order to Finnish based supplier Bronto Skylift, for one of the highest reaching machines available on today's market - a Bronto 90m HLA (High Level Access).
News from Facelift Access Hire ( 9 November 2007)
TAC acquires The Grant Group
TAC, a world leader in building automation, security systems and energy solutions, has acquired The Grant Group.
News from TAC UK ( 9 November 2007)
TAC acquire Pelco, world leader in video security
TAC, a leading provider of building automation systems to the UK market, has acquired and merged with Pelco, a global market leader in video security systems, subject to required approvals.
News from TAC UK ( 9 November 2007)
Safety on site
NHBC is running a course on health and safety aimed at professional staff on site visits.
News from NHBC ( 9 November 2007)
Ashzip helps brighten up Brighton
User Application Article Ash and Lacy were chosen by roofing contractors Allan Roofing to add vitality and style to The New England Quarter.
News from Ash + Lacy Building Systems ( 9 November 2007)
Floor surface stands up to steam cleaning
Sikafloor Purcem is a water-based, coloured polyurethane resin floor screed that is applied to the regular concrete floor, and is easily maintained and steam-cleanable.
News from Sika ( 9 November 2007)
Efficient electronic document management
User Application Article KDC Contractors streamlines its finance function with Invu S200 software from The Content Group.
News from Content Group ( 9 November 2007)
BBA approval for a renewable energy technology
British Board of Agrement (BBA) issue its first ever certificate for renewable energy technology - the Clearline range of roof integrated solar water heating panels from Viridian Solar.
News from Viridian Solar ( 9 November 2007)
Yes Telecom says yes to Verco workplace interiors
User Application Article Yes Telecom expansion following its relocation to Manchester premises includes Verco Office Furniture's Oblique beam desking within a major fit-out by Oldham-based ADT Workplace.
News from Verco Office Furniture ( 9 November 2007)
Kestrel launches Kestrel Extra
Kestrel, no lead, no tin, next generation brand of PVC-UE and PVC-U roofline, cladding and window trim products, launch Kestrel Extra, a group of products within its 800 wide product portfolio Brochure Available
News from Kestrel-BCE ( 9 November 2007)
British Gypsum helping Leeds homeless
User Application Article British Gypsum plasters and plasterboards, donated towards the refurbishment of St George's Crypt Faith Lodge Centre.
News from British Gypsum ( 9 November 2007)
Kimpton heat pump technology
User Application Article Business Park reduces its carbon emissions and energy consumption by as much as 70% thanks to a ground source heat pump being installed to fuel its heating and cooling system.
News from Kimpton Contracts ( 9 November 2007)
Apollo is fire detection choice for university
User Application Article Students attending Scotland's 'international' university, Heriot-Watt, are being protected by a new fire system based on Apollo Discovery intelligent fire detection technology.
News from Apollo Fire Detectors ( 9 November 2007)
Kimpton helps harness Scottish natural resource
User Application Article Europe's largest onshore windfarm has overcome local authority noise level regulations thanks to the installation of a set of acoustic enclosures from Kimpton Acoustics.
News from Kier Building Maintenance ( 9 November 2007)
New affordable green homes in Hereford
User Application Article Green roofs have been installed on a ground-breaking development of new affordable homes in Hereford to help cut the cost of living in them.
News from Spectrum Development Partnership ( 9 November 2007)
Web Dynamics unveils landmark multi-foil
Web Dynamics has developed Thinsulex Gold, the world's first air-tight, ventilating insulation to tackle one of the trades' longest running insulation problems.
News from Web Dynamics ( 9 November 2007)
Johnson tiles give Motherwell a makeover
User Application Article Johnson Tiles ceramics have been used as the canvas to illustrate pieces of art and photography in a Motherwell underpass as part of the regeneration of Motherwell Town Centre.
News from Johnson Tiles ( 9 November 2007)
TRemco illbruck flooring system at cruise treminal
User Application Article Southampton City Cruise Terminal GBP9 million refurbishment and expansion programme included carpets and contract vinyl materials from the range of Tremco illbruck.
News from Tremco illbruck ( 9 November 2007)
Restaurant gets a warm hand from Dortrend
Dortrend International door furniture has aluminium coated with a special resin gives a wood grain effect and reduces thermal conductivity.
News from Dortrend International ( 9 November 2007)
Preparation is key to building and maintenance
Technical Background Article Martyn Bridges, director of marketing and technical support for Worcester, Bosch Group takes a look at what's next in the drive toward greater efficiency within the heating industry. Brochure Available
News from Worcester Bosch Group ( 9 November 2007)
Bachy Soletanche support for High Speed 1
User Application Article Leading geotechnical specialist, Bachy Soletanche, looks back on some of the projects it has undertaken that have helped in the launch of High Speed 1 at St Pancras International Station.
News from Bachy Soletanche ( 8 November 2007)
Sandtoft raises the roof at London Reform Club
User Application Article Leading manufacturer of roof tile systems Sandtoft Roof Tiles has helped transform a roof at one of London's most prestigious addresses - The Reform Club at 104 -105 Pall Mall.
News from Sandtoft Roof Tiles ( 8 November 2007)
Canadian hardwood flooring wire-scraped finish
Preverco, a leading manufacturer of high-end, Canadian hardwood flooring, announces its unique wire-scraped finish that adds richness and texture to any setting.
News from Preverco ( 8 November 2007)
Preverco offers new Infocenter 2.0 for retailers
Preverco, leading manufacturer of high-end, Canadian hardwood flooring, offers its new Infocenter 2.0 for retailers.
News from Preverco ( 8 November 2007)
Composite success for AM Profiles at Interbuild
Interbuild was an excellent event for AM Profiles with considerable feedback on the new Design-5 aluminium/timber composite window launched at the show.
News from A M Profiles ( 8 November 2007)
Partnerships at Cylon system integrator convention
Cylon Controls have always acknowledged the importance of partnership between system integrators and building management system manufacturers in satisfying the end user.
News from Cylon Controls ( 8 November 2007)
Durham County Council civil engineering alliance
Balfour Beatty Regional Civil Engineering (BBRCE) and its joint venture partners awarded two-year extension to Durham County Council's Strategic Alliance.
News from Balfour Beatty ( 8 November 2007)
Brightest sparks honoured at the SELECT Awards
Top-performing electrical contractors in Scotland have won the recognition of their peers in the profession in this year's prestigious SELECT Electrotechnical Awards.
News from SELECT ( 8 November 2007)
Reno boilers offer all round quality
Johnson and Starley's SEDBUK Band A rated RENO condensing boilers are one of the very few high efficiency ranges developed and manufactured in the UK. Brochure Available
News from Johnson and Starley ( 8 November 2007)
Super G wall panels for York community project
User Application Article New community hall on the outskirts of York has featured the use of special wall panels from the range of Ecophon Limited, specified to help control sound levels in the multi-purpose hall. Brochure Available
News from Ecophon ( 8 November 2007)
Powerminster Gleeson Services major new contract
User Application Article Powerminster Gleeson Services secure major new contract to provide responsive and planned maintenance as part of PFI development of five new build 'extra care' sheltered housing schemes.
News from Powerminster Gleeson Services ( 8 November 2007)
Certifire approved auto swing door operator
Dorma ED200 is the only automatic swing door operator on the market with Certifire approval, making it particularly appropriate for internal door applications.
News from Dorma UK ( 8 November 2007)
Asset finance made easy
Technical Background Article Victory are an independent company specialising in providing all types of finance for the acquisition of plant and equipment in the construction/plant hire industry.
News from Victory Leasing & Finance ( 8 November 2007)
New era of stadium design begins with London 2012
Innovative design unveiled as ODA plan to start construction on Olympic Stadium site early.
News from London 2012 Games ( 8 November 2007)
Unlock contractually important emails
User Application Article Union Square's Workspace software helps Grimshaw to unlock contractually important email trapped in personal inboxes and folders.
News from Union Square Software ( 8 November 2007)
Health and safety software wins industry award
Knowledge Online announce that E-SAFE 100 has won the prestigious iTSHOWCASE Awards 2007 for Best Mobile or Site IT at Interbuild.
News from Knowledge Online ( 8 November 2007)
Wavin Plastics makes a splash for charity
Wavin Plastics, a leading provider of water management solutions, made a real splash at the annual Thames Water Raft Race with a raft made entirely from drainage piping. Brochure Available
News from Wavin Plastics ( 8 November 2007)
Credible constructions use Kerto
Kerto, the laminated veneer lumber exclusively manufactured by Finnforest, is playing an important role in delivering challenging and award-winning buildings for architects and specifiers.
News from Finnforest UK ( 8 November 2007)
EC Harris response to Housing Minister
Technical Background Article EC Harris' Head of Affordable Housing responds to Yvette Cooper's announcement to to deliver more affordable housing by bringing empty homes back into use.
News from EC Harris ( 8 November 2007)
New concept in energy management from Elkay
Elkay Electical's innovative new range of switches, timers and detectors offer both the opportunity to make significant savings on energy costs and deliver increased functionality. Brochure Available
News from Elkay Electrical ( 8 November 2007)
Trend Control Systems apprentice initiatives
Trend Control Systems succeeds in apprentice initiatives to counter national lack of trained building service engineers.
News from Trend Control Systems ( 8 November 2007)
Sika strengthens St Georges Tower
User Application Article Sika structural strengthening systems are being used in the renovation of 82m tall St Georges Tower in the centre of Leicester.
News from Sika ( 8 November 2007)
PHS Airwave provides a breath of fresh air
Offensive smells in bars, pubs, clubs, restaurants and other large social venues could soon be a thing of the past, thanks to the Airwave, the latest development from PHS Washrooms.
News from PHS Washrooms ( 8 November 2007)
Deaf Alerter customers opt for Gold maintenance
90% of customers opting for fully comprehensive Gold maintenance where the system will be fully checked every six months and any faults occurring on Deaf Alerter equipment are covered.
News from Deaf Alerter ( 8 November 2007)
Acton Town station enhanced refurbishment works
User Application Article Tube Lines is refurbishing Acton Town station as part of its station upgrade programme for 2007-8.
News from Tube Lines ( 8 November 2007)
CORGI accolade for ECO installer
Winner of Worcester, Bosch Group's Environment 2010 Awards for 2007, Andy Buchan of AJ Buchan , was also named ' Energy Efficiency Installer of the Year' at the CORGI Awards. Brochure Available
News from Worcester Bosch Group ( 8 November 2007)
Terrapin retiring chairman has new industry role
Nick Whitehouse begins new role as Terrapin's ambassador for off-site building.
News from Terrapin ( 8 November 2007)
New large-drop impact tester for testing pipelines
Zwick introduces a new large-drop impact tester for testing pipelines in accordance with API 5L3. Brochure Available
News from Zwick Testing Machines ( 7 November 2007)
Korenix industrial communication computer
Korenix announce release of new embedded computers - JetBox 9300.
News from Korenix Technology ( 7 November 2007)
Aarsleff invests GBP6.7m in major expansion
Aarsleff Piling and its subsidiary Centrum Pile have been granted planning permission for expansion of its offices and pile manufacturing facilities at Newark, Nottinghamshire.
News from Aarsleff Piling ( 7 November 2007)
Solar Gard window film saves energy
Clinton Climate Initiative names Solar Gard high performance window film a key resource for saving energy and other significant related benefits.
News from Bekaert ( 7 November 2007)
JER Envirotech extruded construction material
JER Envirotech supply agreement with Guardian Building Products for the provision of its proprietary thermoplastic biocomposite pellets.
News from JER Envirotech ( 7 November 2007)
Solar-powered portable airfield lighting system
User Application Article Carmanah supplies Singapore with solar-powered portable airfield lighting system to support emergency and humanitarian efforts.
News from Carmanah Technologies ( 7 November 2007)
Electrical awareness course for SELECT staff
Non electrical qualified staff at SELECT, the Electrical Contractors' Association of Scotland, have participated in a one day Electrical Awareness Course.
News from SELECT ( 7 November 2007)
Axion launches flooring recycling scheme
Pioneering trials aimed at demonstrating the sustainability and recyclability of PVC flexible flooring are to be launched this month.
News from Axion Recycling ( 7 November 2007)
Waste-to-energy machine designed in SolidWorks
User Application Article Bouldin and Lawson cultivates a green approach with waste-to-energy machine designed in SolidWorks.
News from SolidWorks Corporation ( 7 November 2007)
Jackson Safety acquires Wilson Industries
Jackson Safety has announced that it has acquired the assets of Wilson Industries based in Pomona, CA, a leading manufacturer of welding curtains and blankets.
News from Jackson Products ( 7 November 2007)
Painting the town green
Communities in East London are getting a helping hand with their decorating thanks to property service specialist Ian Williams
News from Ian Williams ( 7 November 2007)
Hewden appoints National Accounts Manager
Hewden, the UK's largest plant hire company, has appointed Malcolm Kershaw as National Accounts Manager for its accommodation business.
News from Hewden ( 7 November 2007)
Tesco adds a little extra with Eurobond
User Application Article Eurobond non-combustible, Firemaster Extra 150mm thick composite wall panels provide a truly fire resistant internal partition wall at Tesco's new Livingstone distribution centre.
News from Eurobond Laminates ( 7 November 2007)
Continuing success for Wunderplas
User Application Article Wunderplas supplied windows for new buildings quickly and efficiently at the Porth Veor Manor Hotel in Cornwall.
News from VEKA ( 7 November 2007)
Government environmental U-turn is wrong says FMB
Technical Background Article Decision by Government to delay introduction of Energy Performance Certificates for public and commercial buildings is disappointing step in helping Britain to reduce its carbon emissions, says FMB.
News from Federation of Master Builders (FMB) ( 7 November 2007)
Government support for apprentices
Technical Background Article Government support for apprentices is a step in the right direction, says Federation of Master Builders.
News from Federation of Master Builders (FMB) ( 7 November 2007)
Interbuild triumph for QuickBase Foundations
QuickBase Foundations, a revolutionary new foundation system for conservatories and lightweight structures has been hailed as 'Best Exterior Product' at Interbuild 2007.
News from Wykamol ( 7 November 2007)
Active Tampering Alarm solution from Norbain
Norbain can now offer customers the newly introduced Active Tampering Alarm from network video experts Axis.
News from Norbain SD ( 7 November 2007)
Oxfordshire Guides get smart new HQ
User Application Article Girl Guides in and around Oxford have a brand new training centre - a modular building, designed and built by Wernick Buildings Brochure Available
News from Wernick Buildings ( 7 November 2007)
Glievale protecting waterside living
User Application Article An exposed waterside site is being given a new lease of life with utilization of advanced materials and solutions including Glidevale's Protect vapour permeable membranes.
News from Glidevale ( 7 November 2007)
Bentley Research Engineers release STAAD
STAAD.Pro 2007 interoperable design software is Bentley's comprehensive structural analysis program.
News from Bentley Systems ( 7 November 2007)
National Plastics and Freefoam supply partnership
Freefoam will supply all twenty branches of National Plastics with its environmentally friendly PVC roofline and rainwater systems.
News from Freefoam Plastics ( 7 November 2007)
Bristol City FC get Citycabin from Wernick Hire
User Application Article Bristol City FC expand facilities to accommodate more journalists with a Citycabin from Wernick Hire. Brochure Available
News from Wernick Hire ( 7 November 2007)
Event Hire investment continues.
Wernick Event Hire invest in a number of top-of-the-range hospitality suites fitted with large windows, patio doors and a sun awning. Brochure Available
News from Wernick Event Hire ( 7 November 2007)
Plastics increasingly used in major pipe systems
AMI LLC is launching a new international conference on the use of thermoplastic and thermoset materials in buried pipe.
News from Applied Market Information ( 7 November 2007)
Groundhogs go nationwide
Wernick Hire, the national accommodation hire specialists, begins GBP1m initiative to launch the Groundhog mobile welfare unit into their fleet throughout Britain. Brochure Available
News from Wernick Hire ( 7 November 2007)
Flex 7 lighting connection for new resource centre
User Application Article Flex Connectors have supplied their flex 7 lighting connection equipment for a charity's new resource centre in Glasgow. Brochure Available
News from Flex Connectors ( 7 November 2007)
New 2008 Architectural catalogue from Hoppe (UK)
Hoppe (UK), the leading hardware supplier, has launched its 556-page hardback 2008 Architectural Division catalogue - it's first in three years.
News from Hoppe (UK) ( 7 November 2007)
FMB calls for housing quality not just numbers
Technical Background Article With housing now top of the political agenda, Federation of Master Builders believe it important that what we build is built to last.
News from Federation of Master Builders (FMB) ( 7 November 2007)
Bobcat Europe to enhance dealer network
Bobcat, the world's leading manufacturer of compact construction equipment, intends to enhance its existing dealer network covering Southern England. Brochure Available
News from Bobcat ( 7 November 2007)
Planning system and provision of social housing
Technical Background Article NHBC welcomes legislation announced in the Queen's Speech aimed at improving the planning system and the provision of social housing.
News from NHBC ( 7 November 2007)
Bruel and Kjaer Keeps finger on PULSE
Leading sound and vibration expert Bruel and Kjaer has launched PULSE 12 - the latest version of the next addition to its PULSE data analysis platform family.
News from Bruel and Kjaer UK ( 7 November 2007)
Balfour Beatty GBP20m office complex contract
User Application Article Balfour Beatty Construction awarded GBP20 million demolition and design and build office complex contract by Stockland Halladale.
News from Balfour Beatty ( 7 November 2007)
Best ventilation system on the market
Vortice is top of the class with its HRU mechanical extract ventilation system with heat recovery.
News from Vortice ( 7 November 2007)
Major Spanish ventilation equipment company in UK
Flextraction appointed to represent in the UK and Ireland, PISAC International s.a, the export arm of Sodeca s.a, the Barcelona based manufacturer of fans for both industrial and commercial users.
News from Flextraction ( 7 November 2007)
Composite door market opens for Fascia Direct
Installer Fascia Direct has successfully branched into composite doors with Rockdoor.
News from Rockdoor ( 7 November 2007)
Laidlaw handrails for Trinity All Saints
User Application Article Refurbishment of 'Trinity and All Saints', a Higher Education Institution accredited by the University of Leeds, included Laidlaw Solution's Nylon railing system for 26 staircases.
News from Laidlaw Solutions ( 7 November 2007)
New foil bubble insulation product ranges
BSK Materials, manufacturer of reflective foil bubble insulation materials, announce launch of two new product ranges aimed specifically at UK market.
News from BSK Materials ( 7 November 2007)
EC Harris response to the Queens Speech
Technical Background Article Rebecca Bennett Casserly, who heads the Residential - Affordable team at EC Harris, comments on the Queen's speech: The government is seeking to build three million new homes by 2020.
News from EC Harris ( 7 November 2007)
The Window Industry Debate 2007
Technical Background Article Catch up with the Window Industry Debate, sponsored by Spectus Window Systems and The Glazine, which saw some thoughtful and lively discussions on a number of big issues.
News from Spectus Window Systems ( 7 November 2007)
CPA - multi-trade scheme operator for TrustMark
One of the country's leading insurance providers for consumer home improvements, the Consumer Protection Association has become a multi-trade scheme operator for TrustMark.
News from Consumer Protection Association ( 7 November 2007)
Glass facades showpiece for car show rooms
User Application Article Specification required the entrance to look as if it was made completely from glass and chose Gretsch-Unitas' innovative compactMaster sliding doors.
News from Gretsch-Unitas ( 7 November 2007)
Worcester celebrates 500,000th Greenstar boiler
500,000th Greenstar condensing boiler has come off the factory tracks at Worcester's headquarters. Brochure Available
News from Worcester Bosch Group ( 7 November 2007)
Boost to EC Harris Irish business
EC Harris' business in Ireland has received a significant boost to its rapidly expanding team with the appointment of an industry expert with extensive local knowledge.
News from EC Harris ( 6 November 2007)
EC Harris next phase of growth in Cardiff
EC Harris has appointed Stuart Brisbane as a new partner to lead its rapidly growing Cardiff office.
News from EC Harris ( 6 November 2007)
Avoiding 'million pound' project cost mistake
Technical Background Article The Institution of Civil Engineers' new President David Orr wants to see clients play a bigger role in the planning of construction projects.
News from Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) ( 6 November 2007)
Kingspan brings warm front to poland
Kingspan Insulation announce acquisition of 120,000 m2 of land in Poland, soon to be home to its new rigid urethane insulation manufacturing plant.
News from Kingspan Insulation ( 6 November 2007)
Miners notch up 10 year safety record
British Gypsum's Brightling Mine at Robertsbridge in East Sussex have just notched-up 10 years lost time accident free.
News from British Gypsum ( 6 November 2007)
Builders top tipple is now wine
Technical Background Article Independent research commissioned by Interbuild,suggests that the stereotypical beer-drinking builder is a myth and actually the trades' preferred tipple is wine.
News from Interbuild - The Building Show ( 6 November 2007)
Access Supply Chain build on excellence for Timloc
User Application Article Following four years of rapid growth, building products manufacturer, Timloc, is already feeling the benefit. after implementing a new ERP system from Access Supply Chain.
News from Access Supply Chain ( 6 November 2007)
Installation of rubber matting at racecources
User Application Article Leading UK racecourses turn to Kommerling UK and Quattro for specialist installation of rubber matting in stabling areas.
News from Kommerling UK ( 6 November 2007)
Digital signage breakthrough
Wireless Digital Signage from Comtech M2M delivers headlines and creates important new advertising revenue opportunities for newspaper publishing groups.
News from Comtech M2M ( 6 November 2007)
Cheaper way to provide a new hot water supply
Rinnai UK, suppliers of continuous flow water heaters introduce the Infinity 16i and 16e models, specifically designed for the domestic market.
News from Rinnai UK ( 6 November 2007)
RoofShop on solving roof drainage
Technical Background Article RoofShop provides roofers eight considerations to solving roof drainage.
News from SIG Roofing Supplies Group ( 6 November 2007)
Recycled materials usage sets benchmark
Arup collected first prize in The Concrete Centre's Award for Sustainability 2007 for high percentage of recycled materials used at Number 1 Coleman Street, London.
News from Concrete Centre ( 6 November 2007)
H Jarvis achieves BFRC hat trick with BM TRADA
Redcar-based H Jarvis and Son has achieved A, B and C window energy ratings with BM TRADA Certification.
News from BM TRADA Certification ( 6 November 2007)
JELD-WEN plans major timber recycling plant
JELD-WEN has come up with a completely sustainable solution to minimise the amount of waste that goes to landfill and at the same time reduce Carbon Dioxide emissions.
News from JELD-WEN ( 6 November 2007)
Contemporary style in new bathroom ranges
tc bathrooms has received a great response to its new Magna range of contemporary bathrooms.
News from tc bathrooms ( 6 November 2007)
BlueCielo showcases at 2007 ISPE Annual Meeting
BlueCielo ECM Solutions is showcasing its innovative ECM solution InnoCielo Meridian Enterprise and its FDA Module at the 2007 ISPE Annual Meeting.
News from BlueCielo ECM Solutions ( 6 November 2007)
Purple patch ahead for trade frame fabricator
Offering Spectus's comprehensive and coherent range of windows and doors means Indigo customers already have an edge.
News from Spectus Window Systems ( 6 November 2007)
Polycarbonate roof systems impact tested
Rockwell Kappa and C4/25 multiwall polycarbonate systems are very popular for canopies and pitched Rooflights because of their ease of installation.
News from Rockwell Sheet Sales ( 6 November 2007)
New Honeywell controls range is easy to programme
Honeywell has launched versatile new ST9000 series, its major new family of heating programmers and timers.
News from Honeywell Control Systems ( 6 November 2007)
New Euroseal hotmelt
Thermo-seal with confidence with Euroseal Hotmelt, the new insulated glass sealant.
News from Thermoseal Group ( 6 November 2007)
Balfour Beatty utility businesses join forces
Balfour Beatty announces the merger of its two utility operating businesses, Balfour Beatty Utilities and Balfour Beatty Power Networks.
News from Balfour Beatty ( 6 November 2007)
Impressive aluminium content at Interbuild
Justin Ratcliffe - Chief Executive of the CAB says that aluminium's resurgence was clearly evident by the size of the material's presence at Interbuild 2007.
News from Council for Aluminium in Building (CAB) ( 6 November 2007)
Unique flaw-free stone cladding system
Thermastone stone cladding system from Kingspan Insulated Panels is providing an exceptionally hardwearing, attractive and cost-effective method of improving the appearance of buildings.
News from Kingspan Insulated Panels ( 6 November 2007)
Next phase in IP Convergence
Panduit network infrastructure solutions support next phase in IP Convergence.
News from Panduit ( 6 November 2007)
Entry-level energy meter carries MID-certification
Carlo Gavazzi's latest MID-certified energy meter offers the industry's most cost-effective solution for single-phase applications where sub-metering is required.
News from Carlo Gavazzi ( 6 November 2007)
Ardex investment enhances customer service
Ardex UK announce the substantial investment that has begun to further improve the range and quality of products and services on offer. Brochure Available
News from Ardex UK ( 6 November 2007)
Multi Top Floor specified for church renovation
User Application Article Multi Top Floor ensures highly durable, beautiful new floor graces the interior of St.Gregory's Church in Cheltenham.
News from Multi Top Floor ( 6 November 2007)
Ardex R 90 P rake and trowel PU screed
User Application Article Working in conjunction with specialist resin flooring applicators Lasercroft Flooring, Ardex R 90 P rake and trowel grade heavy duty polyurethane screed was specified for Unistrut storage area. Brochure Available
News from Ardex UK ( 6 November 2007)
Listers customers get half million GBP bonus
Lister Trade Frames have sold over 35,000 square metres of A, B and C BFRC accredited energy efficient windows.
News from Lister Trade Frames ( 6 November 2007)
Fusion Commercial stair balustrade range
User Application Article Richard Burbidge is so impressed with its Fusion Commercial stair balustrade range, it specified the system for a staircase within the main reception of its own head office.
News from Richard Burbidge ( 6 November 2007)
Schluter extends training programme
Courses are open to any lecturer running TTA-accredited NVQ tiling courses, Intermediate Construction Award, Advanced Construction Award, and Experienced Worker Route schemes for tilers. Brochure Available
News from Schluter-Systems ( 6 November 2007)
Reefoam launches new Technical Manual
Freefoam Plastics, a leading manufacturer of environmentally friendly roofline products, recently launched a new Technical and Specification Manual.
News from Freefoam Plastics ( 6 November 2007)
GeoStore enables site surveys from desktop
Infoterra launch GeoStore service for immediate download of maps, aerial photos and height data.
News from Infoterra ( 6 November 2007)
Craven Dunnill tiles selected for Welsh apartments
User Application Article Penrhyn Homes has turned to Craven Dunnill to supply the tiles for its luxurious Glyn Garth Court apartments in Colwyn Bay.
News from Craven Dunnill ( 6 November 2007)
Timber Windows new online door planner is a hit
New look TimberWindows lets homeowners 'self-specify' online.
News from TimberWindows.com ( 6 November 2007)
Wavin providing new career guidance
Wavin Plastics, the UK's leading provider of water management solutions, is helping students who want to pursue careers as plumbers and heating engineers. Brochure Available
News from Wavin Plastics ( 6 November 2007)
NHBC suite of sustainability research
Technical Background Article NHBC Foundation launched its latest suite of research supporting the industry in meeting challenges of legislative and regulatory change.
News from NHBC ( 6 November 2007)
Water Aid award for Pick Everard
Pick Everard's support for the charity WaterAid was recognised with a Severn Trent Water award.
News from Pick Everard ( 6 November 2007)
FMB demands U-turn on Capital Gains Tax proposal
Technical Background Article Federation of Master Builders demands that the Government rethinks its proposed increase in Capital Gains Tax.
News from Federation of Master Builders (FMB) ( 6 November 2007)
Geberit is Green Supplier of the Year 2007
Geberit, leading supplier of sanitary, supply and HDPE drainage systems, presented 'The Green Supplier of the Year' award at the 'Construction News Green Awards 2007'
News from Geberit ( 6 November 2007)
Guyson cleans off saw blades and wood cutters
Guyson International's extensive range of industrial ultrasonic tanks provides speedy and effective cleaning for a whole host of saw blades, hoggers, profile cutting tools, routers, and drills. Brochure Available
News from Guyson International ( 6 November 2007)
Carillion and LIFT visit Dudley regeneration site
User Application Article Carillion chief executive John McDonough and Infracare LIFT Chief Executive John Coyne check on two key regeneration schemes in Dudley.
News from Carillion ( 6 November 2007)
Kleinhans striking first impression at Interbuild
User Application Article Kleinhans, manufacturer of aluminium-clad timber windows, has achieved certification under BM TRADA Certification 's Q-Mark scheme for enhanced security windows.
News from BM TRADA Certification ( 6 November 2007)
Innovative Screedflo dB acoustic flooring system
Screedflo dB acoustic flooring system has been awarded the BM TRADA Certification Q-Mark for Engineered Flooring.
News from BM TRADA Certification ( 6 November 2007)
DuPont Corian for the Seeko'o hotel
User Application Article World-first in architectural technology: facade entirely made from DuPont Corian for the Seeko'o hotel in Bordeaux, France.
News from DuPont, Corian and Zodiaq ( 6 November 2007)
New Stratford accommodation awarded Beacon status
Lyn Brown MP presents award to Tube Lines for environmentally responsible accommodation.
News from Tube Lines ( 6 November 2007)
Time to think again about wood windows says WWA
Technical Background Article With public endorsement by Greenpeace and WWF as the greenest choice of window material, wood windows have come into their own as the best environmental choice, says the Wood Window Alliance
News from Wood Window Alliance ( 6 November 2007)
Bentley get Stoomwezen certification for AutoPIPE
New certification allows users to benefit from latest enhancements in designing pressure equipment on Stoomwezen certified Projects.
News from Bentley Systems ( 5 November 2007)
Dawn delivers luxury to Braehead
User Application Article Dawn Construction complete Scottish HQ for luxury tile, bathroom and kitchen manufacturer Porcelanosa following a 50 week project at the Braehead site.
News from Dawn Construction ( 5 November 2007)
Hewden recognised at PR Week Awards 2007
Hewden, the UK's largest plant-hirer, award for excellent work in communicating the Control of Noise at Work regulations - winning the Best Marketing Communications: Business Award.
News from Hewden ( 5 November 2007)
Dawn Construction wins three industry awards
Dawn Construction is celebrating a hat trick of top awards from across the industry.
News from Dawn Construction ( 5 November 2007)
CIWEM on sustainable water industry
Technical Background Article Outline of the findings of the 'A Sustainable Water Industry?' sessions at CIWEM's Global Environment conference,
News from CIWEM ( 5 November 2007)
Energy savings with Streetlight Vision
Streetlight Vision means energy and maintenance savings while increasing security and quality of service in remotely controlled streetlight systems using Echelon's LonWorks technology.
News from Echelon ( 5 November 2007)
Insulated panels - the real story
Technical Background Article Insulated panel systems with a blown insulation core provide some of the most thermally efficient construction solutions around today.
News from Kingspan Insulated Panels ( 5 November 2007)
Windowmaster for fresh air in Iceland hotel
User Application Article Iceland's largest hotel has just installed a system from WindowMaster to automatically open bedroom and meeting room windows when it is necessary to refresh the air in the rooms.
News from WindowMaster Control Systems ( 5 November 2007)
CSCS approval for timber frame training scheme
Construction Skills Certification Scheme now recognise the UK Timber Frame Association's training programmes under its 'Construction Related Occupations' route to obtaining a CSCS card.
News from UK Timber Frame Association ( 5 November 2007)
Bentley trial program for generative design
Bentley Systems announce its trial program for generative design in architecture and engineering.
News from Bentley Systems ( 5 November 2007)
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