News releases on Buildingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 13 January
to Saturday 19 January 2008
Wildflower Turf selected for biodiverse scheme
User Application Article CT Flora Wildflower Turf has been designed to give a bio-diverse wildflower turf suitable for all types of landscaping projects.
News from Wildflower Turf (18 January 2008)
New interfaces for vehicle wire protection
New range of nylon external straight and 90 interface for ampseal for critical wiring protection is now available from Harnessflex
News from Harnessflex (18 January 2008)
New fittings for vehicle wiring protection
Harnessflex range of external hinged elbow fittings, for critical vehicle wiring protection applications, has been extended to include the new EPS 28-70-25 fitting.
News from Harnessflex (18 January 2008)
WRAP project at largest Scottish brownfield site
User Application Article Ravenscraig site is WRAP's latest trailblazer project, which will look at the benefits of using quality compost within the regeneration of this brownfield site.
News from WRAP (18 January 2008)
Ultracrete Flowpoint enhances Riverside Walkway
User Application Article Stone setts along Merthyr Tydfil Riverside Walkway were recently transformed into durable streetscape with Ultracrete Flowpoint BS7533, manufactured by Instarmac Group.
News from Instarmac Group (18 January 2008)
Growth means new building for Instarmac
Instarmac Group plc, doubled its manufacturing, research, training, warehousing and administrative capacity when it opened its new custom-designed premises in January this year.
News from Instarmac Group (18 January 2008)
Sharp and Howse new out of hours call out service
Sharp + Howse are now offering their maintenance department contract customers a 24 hour, 7 days a week call out service.
News from Sharp and Howse (18 January 2008)
Highways apprentices bridge skills gap
Balfour Beatty Infrastructure Services is helping to bridge the national skills and labour shortage the industry faces with a fresh intake of young apprentices from across North Yorkshire.
News from Balfour Beatty (18 January 2008)
Detecting water leaks from within a water main
Balfour Beatty Utility Solutions, Yorkshire Water and OpTIC Technium are to develop innovative technology which will detect water leaks from within a water main, without excavation.
News from Balfour Beatty (18 January 2008)
Redhill Analysts international recognition
The International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC), the peak authority on laboratory accreditation has awarded Redhill Analysts with the ILAC MRA Mark.
News from Redhill Analysts (18 January 2008)
Door hardware and timber doorsets guides
New 35-page Orbis Premier brochure available to accompany that for Orbis Timber Doorsets
News from Laidlaw Solutions (18 January 2008)
Fendor set to grow in performance glazing market
Fendor able to offer both steel and aluminium framed systems for major schemes.
News from Fendor (18 January 2008)
Fendor case study: The Guildford Spike
User Application Article Working with Gerry Lytle Associates of Guildford and Lampard and Partners Co of Albury, Fendor helped refurbish this run down building.
News from Fendor (18 January 2008)
Fendor case study: Fire doors in Antarctica
User Application Article Fendor order from Morrison Falkland to provide 60 minute integrity only fire doors to new Halley VI Research Centre on the Brunt Ice Shelf in Antarctica.
News from Fendor (18 January 2008)
Bristol City Council housing regeneration
User Application Article Bristol City Council to upgrade their non traditional housing stock and have turned to Almura Building Products to help them complete the project on over 1200 homes.
News from Almura Building Products (18 January 2008)
Cuts in payments to suppliers condemned by FMB
Technical Background Article Taylor Wimpey and Barratt's decision to cut payments to their subcontractors and suppliers by as much as 5% is nothing short of scandalous, says the Federation of Master Builders.
News from Federation of Master Builders (FMB) (18 January 2008)
Eco friendly Monopole offers significant savings
The Monopole, from Imerys Roof Tiles, is re-establishing itself as a leading clay roof tile specified for local authority and housing association housing new build and refurbishment projects.
News from Imerys Roof Tiles (18 January 2008)
Birtley acquisition of HM Doors
Birtley Building Products, leading manufacturers and suppliers of steel lintels to the building and construction industry, have announced their acquisition of HM Doors.
News from HM Doors (18 January 2008)
Toolstation launches latest catalogue
At 332 pages, Toolstation's latest Catalogue 24 is out now, complete with a new category on construction products.
News from Toolstation (18 January 2008)
One NorthEast digs deep for groundwater specialist
User Application Article A groundwater engineering firm in Durham won't be left out in the cold this winter, having expanded into state-of-the-art premises warmed by natural ground source heating.
News from One NorthEast (18 January 2008)
NHBC CDM Co-ordinator course
NHBC running three-day course to help Planning Supervisors come to grips with new regulations and make the transition to the new CDM Co-ordinator role.
News from NHBC (18 January 2008)
Fastener and fixing event for the UK and Ireland
The 2008 Fastener Fair Coventry exhibition gathering pace and at this early stage is almost three quarters full.
News from Fastener Fair Exhibitions (18 January 2008)
GGF goes regional with the green message
GGF Chief Executive, Nigel Rees, briefs former Environment Minister the benefits of installing energy efficient windows.
News from Glass and Glazing Federation (18 January 2008)
Pilkington energiKare top product of the year
Pilkington has been recognised by the Construction Products Association for its innovative energy efficient IGU, Pilkington energiKare, in Construction Products Innovation and Achievement (CPIA) 2007.
News from Pilkington Building Products UK (18 January 2008)
Car traffic will swamp supply chain says FTA
Technical Background Article Latest Government figures showing a remorseless increase in traffic levels confirm FTA's own research, which forecasts unacceptable congestion on the UK's primary trade routes.
News from Freight Transport Association (18 January 2008)
Hewden GBP10m Telehandler investment
Hewden, UK's largest plant hirer has today announced its investment of more than GBP10m to introduce 283 of the latest TH Series CAT telehandlers to its fleet.
News from Hewden (18 January 2008)
JMA helps Bristol Zoo attract 30k extra visitors
User Application Article Jeremy Moore Associates project management team worked closely with Bristol Zoo to create a primate enclosure that has helped attract thousands more visitors.
News from Jeremy Moore Associates (18 January 2008)
New Rapra European Plastics and Rubber Directory
Rapra launch the new edition of European Plastics and Rubber Directory and their online polymer directory.
News from Smithers Rapra (18 January 2008)
RoSPA Health and Safety Awards closing date
Only a month remains for businesses and organisations to enter this year's RoSPA Occupational Health and Safety Awards.
News from Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (18 January 2008)
Vorsprung Durapipe Technik
User Application Article Durapipe SuperFLO has been specified for new air conditioning system at Audi's showroom in Manchester.
News from Durapipe UK (18 January 2008)
Sandtoft to form part of sustainability showcase
Sandtoft has recently made the switch to using 100% green electricity from renewable sources such as wind farms and hydroelectric plants at all its sites.
News from Sandtoft Roof Tiles (18 January 2008)
A-Plant health and safety initiatives on show
A-Plant, will be using the Health and Safety '08 exhibition at Sandown Park, Esher in Surrey, to put the spotlight on the company's campaign in the Health and Safety market.
News from A-Plant (18 January 2008)
ISG takes second phase at Stepping Hill Hospital
User Application Article ISG has secured a second phase of work, with client Pennine Care NHS Trust, to create a new Older Peoples Ward at Stepping Hill Hospital in Stockport, Cheshire.
News from ISG Totty (18 January 2008)
Electrical MMC is coming to FutureBuild
If you think electrical systems have remained ensconced in traditional technology, visit FutureBuild in Earls Court to see how Schneider Electric is set to change this.
News from Schneider Electric (18 January 2008)
Mighton sponsors Secured By Design conference
Timber sash window system specialist, Mighton Products, is sponsoring the Architectural Liaison Officer and Crime Prevention Design Advisor Development Training conference.
News from Mighton Products (18 January 2008)
Bosch and G4Tec video surveillance collaboration
G4Tec extends support for Bosch video products to include Video over Internet Protocol cameras, encoders and Bosch Divar Digital Recorder.
News from Bosch Security Systems (18 January 2008)
Forticrete Medici masonry polished performance
New production process brings additional benefits to Forticrete's successful polished masonry range, Medici.
News from Forticrete (18 January 2008)
Part F compliance: CD-based calculator
Titon has launched a CD-based Part F System 1 calculator that assists fabricators or builders in calculating the background ventilation requirement for domestic properties.
News from Titon (18 January 2008)
Chrono Safe easy on fabricators, tough on burglars
Titon, one of Europe's leading suppliers of window hardware has improved its high-security Chrono Safe tilt and turn for aluminium windows to make it even easier to assemble.
News from Titon (18 January 2008)
Is your roof warranty airtight?
Technical Background Article Noel Burke of Hodgson Sealants discusses reduced ROI through failure in airtightness and the impact of failed materials' warranty claims.
News from Hodgson Sealants (18 January 2008)
Forward Vision CCTV has moved
Leading Pan-Tilt-Zoom CCTV camera manufacturer, Forward Vision CCTV , have relocated to customised premises at Fleet Business Park, Church Crookham, Hants.
News from Forward Vision CCTV (18 January 2008)
BFRC Energy Ratings Label at 500
Technical Background Article British Fenestration Council announce that CWG Choices was 500th company to be issued with BFRC Energy Rating Label.
News from Glass and Glazing Federation (18 January 2008)
New wall-mounting architectural luminaires
Cooper Lighting and Security introduce elegant new range of fluorescent luminaires under its Axent architectural lighting brand.
News from Cooper Lighting and Safety (18 January 2008)
German ready-built space solutions now in UK
Juwel Betonbauteile, which has been trading in Germany since 1996, manufacturers a range of finished buildings, bespoke-designed to provide additional space for residential home owners.
News from Juwel (17 January 2008)
Close the gate on playground injury
Designing safe, reliable and low-maintenance self closing gates is a challenge that has been met with the introduction of the latest Mono Hinge Self-Closing Gate from Medway Galvanising.
News from Medway Galvanising (17 January 2008)
New web based health and safety reporting
User Application Article Midas has introduced a new software solution from Knowledge Online which will greatly facilitate the collation and presentation of health and safety reports on its retail operations.
News from Knowledge Online (17 January 2008)
New boards meet Part L2 metering needs with ease
Merlin Gerin, a brand of Schneider Electric, launch its Isobar 4c 3 phase split metering lighting and power B type distribution boards with inbuilt meters and communications options.
News from Schneider Electric (17 January 2008)
Mapei new RIBA accredited CPD - Fast-track Screeds
Mapei UK 's Fast-Track Screeds CPD Seminar is now both RIBA and Constructions CPD Services accredited and available to architects and construction professionals nationwide. Brochure Available
News from Mapei UK (17 January 2008)
Mapei Mapeker now available in white
Mapeker the rapid-set porcelain adhesive from Mapei is now available in white for use with light coloured natural stone materials. Brochure Available
News from Mapei UK (17 January 2008)
Mapegrip Plus now with new improved formula
The ready-to-use brilliant white, flexible non-slip wall tile adhesive which has a high initial grab and high bond strength, is suitable for installing most ceramic tiles and mosaics. Brochure Available
News from Mapei UK (17 January 2008)
Honeywell ST9000 controls range even easier to use
Honeywell introduce backlighting to 'extra large' display on its ST9000 series of heating programmers and timers, making it even easier to use, save energy and enhance comfort.
News from Honeywell Control Systems (17 January 2008)
Ancon Eazistrip gets UK CARES Technical Approval
Ancon Eazistrip reinforcement continuity system can be specified and installed with even greater confidence now it has been awarded UK CARES Technical Approval, TA2-5017. Brochure Available
News from Ancon Building Products (17 January 2008)
Buying a bathroom online, with added security
Technical Background Article Bathroom retailer WD Bathrooms explain the value of additional features on their website, including product videos.
News from WD Bathrooms (17 January 2008)
Best practice in occupational health and safety
Arco, UK's leading supplier of personal protection equipment and work place safety products, has sponsored an award at a prestigious industry inaugural ceremony.
News from Arco (17 January 2008)
Waterman Group expands its use of Autodesk Buzzsaw
To help it expand and grow, Waterman Group have implemented collaborative project management software, using Autodesk Buzzsaw via Autodesk reseller Excitech. Brochure Available
News from Autodesk (17 January 2008)
Simpler UFH heating
IPPEC all-in-one BM Minimixer simplifies interface between wet underfloor heating system and existing central heating - now with mini manifold and a room temperature controller.
News from IPPEC Systems (17 January 2008)
Windowmaster launches new heat exchanger
WindowMaster launch WindowMaster ZoneVent, a versatile new heat exchange system as part of its natural cooling and ventilation control systems.
News from WindowMaster Control Systems (17 January 2008)
Non-domestic EPC Energy Assessor Training
Integrated Environmental Solutions launches non-domestic Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) Accredited Energy Assessor Training.
News from Integrated Environmental Solutions (IES) (17 January 2008)
New Newlec+ catalogue now available
Providing a one-stop solution for the full breadth of electrical requirements, the latest Newlec + catalogue is packed full of more top quality products from Newlec and Defiance than ever before.
News from Newey and Eyre (17 January 2008)
More about Cooper Security products with Norbain
Norbain has signed up Cooper Security to provide customers with their industry-leading ranges of security products.
News from Norbain SD (17 January 2008)
Symphony gets 'in sink' with waste
Kitchen expert Symphony team up with world leading food waste disposers InSinkErator - part of Emerson Electric - to supply waste disposers across the public and private housing sectors.
News from Symphony (17 January 2008)
Crown Trade gets Smart
Smart Maintenance programme delivers tailored, cost-effective maintenance solutions for individual clients and projects.
News from Akzo Nobel (17 January 2008)
Encompas wins Accreditation and HVCA membership
Encompas has been granted membership of the Heating and Ventilation Contractors' Association (HVCA) following a rigorous accreditation procedure.
News from Encompas (17 January 2008)
How the Oatlands regeneration saved GBP212m
Technical Background Article Autodesk case study about how their project management software was used in the Glasgow Oatlands regeneration project, streamlining operations and so saving time and costs. Brochure Available
News from Autodesk (17 January 2008)
Euroclad Elite Systems ticks every box
Euroclad has developed a range of roof and wall systems which simplify the specification process by providing an innovative, easy to install solution. Brochure Available
News from Euroclad (17 January 2008)
1 in 10 properties in UK at risk of flooding
Statistics just released by GroundSure, one of the leading providers of environmental risk screening reports, reveal that almost one in ten homeowners and small businesses are at risk of flooding.
News from GroundSure (17 January 2008)
ILight controls at Integrated Systems Europe
User Application Article iLight highlighting their new eight channel feed-through relay at the Integrated Systems Europe exhibition in Amsterdam.
News from iLight (16 January 2008)
ISG Jackson wins Harlow new business unit scheme
User Application Article ISG Jackson Special Projects is underway with a circa GBP2 million project to build eight new business units in Harlow, Essex for client RO Developments.
News from ISG Jackson (16 January 2008)
One part polymer hybrid structural adhesive
Penloc solo is a single part structural adhesive, with high initial grab and fast through cure, that produces highly resilient bonds between a wide range of substrates.
News from Eurobond Adhesives (16 January 2008)
Interbuild awards its industry
UK's biggest building show is celebrating the dynamic industry it serves with the launch of the Interbuild Awards.
News from Interbuild - The Building Show (16 January 2008)
Sponsors announced for The Tile and Stone Show
2008 Sponsors for The Tile and Stone Show 2008 and new sister exhibition, Floorstyle 2008 have been announced.
News from The Tile & Stone Show 2008 (16 January 2008)
Sebastian Conran to host The Tile And Stone Show
Acclaimed British Designer, Sebastian Conran is to host an inspirational seminar at The Tile and Stone Show 2008/Floorstyle 08.
News from The Tile & Stone Show 2008 (16 January 2008)
NFRC looks towards bright future with solar
National Federation of Roofing Contractor's solar collector installation training course for pitched roofs is to continue through-out 2008.
News from National Federation of Roofing Contractors (16 January 2008)
Sapa vision for education unveiled at BSEC 2008
Sapa Building Systems on show at BSEC to demonstrate how their latest fenestration solutions for education dovetail with the vision of the Building Schools for the Future initiative.
News from Sapa Building Systems (16 January 2008)
Fire doors from Booth at St Pancras International
User Application Article Booth Industries who produced bespoke fire doors for High Speed 1 and Hong Kong MTR system, now adds 130 doors in St Pancras International to its project portfolio.
News from Booth Commercial (16 January 2008)
Comtec Enterprises commitment to 'green' processes
In its efforts to become an increasingly green organisation Comtec seeks efficiency at every step of the value chain. Brochure Available
News from Comtec Enterprises (16 January 2008)
Comtec achieves Avaya Gold certification
Comtec Enterprises, the ICT solutions company, announce its successful achievement of Avaya Gold certification. Brochure Available
News from Comtec Enterprises (16 January 2008)
Worcester Parsons brass hinges with new finishes
New additions include polished nickel, satin nickel, and antique bronze.
News from Basta Parsons (16 January 2008)
Keraflo valves reduce cold water stagnation risk
User Application Article Keraflo supply four KP Type float valves to control the water levels in eight Dewey Waters cold water storage tanks installed at Queens Hospital, Burton on Trent.
News from Keraflo (16 January 2008)
Specifiers will get high on Arval Fidelite
New lightweight insulated roof and wall system that comes with exceptional guarantees has been launched by Arval from Arcelor Construction UK.
News from Arcelor Construction UK (16 January 2008)
Retail refurbishment at Newton Abbot market
User Application Article Catnic has provided 5 semi-circle arch lintels for the GBP1.5 million refurbishment of Newton Abbot retail markets.
News from Catnic (16 January 2008)
Marley Eternit renames the ultimate cladding range
Marley Eternit is rebranding its market-leading range of rainscreen cladding panels in the UK to reflect its parents company's influence on the European fibre cement market. Brochure Available
News from Marley Eternit (16 January 2008)
Delivering heating comfort for homeowners
Range of SEDBUK A-rated high efficiency Greenstar condensing boilers and renewable energy products from Worcester Bosch are on show a number of Exhibitions in 2008 Brochure Available
News from Worcester Bosch Group (16 January 2008)
Onsite earthmover tyre service and management
User Application Article OTR Tyres secure long term contract with ATH Resources in Scotland to handle all their onsite earthmover tyre service and management.
News from OTR Tyres (16 January 2008)
Waterjet cutting machines from Microstep UK
MicroStep UK now established in UK to market the company's ranges of Aquacut and Watercut CNC waterjet cutting machines.
News from MicroStep UK (16 January 2008)
Granfix Multifix tile adhesive for hotel
User Application Article Granfix Products, provided the perfect tile fixing solution when Kinmel Manor Hotel in Abergele, North Wales recently refurbished their 51 en-suite bathrooms.
News from Granfix Products (16 January 2008)
Piper and VEKA double glazed 'A' rated window
User Application Article Piper Windows has development double glazed A rated window, with the emphasis on affordability and practicality.
News from VEKA (16 January 2008)
Resin Surfaces relaunch Resucoat HB system
One of the hardest wearing epoxy resin coatings available in the market, Resucoat HB is an ideal solution for industrial floors, being durable, abrasion resistant and easy to clean.
News from Resin Surfaces (16 January 2008)
Corporate Manslaughter Act implications
Technical Background Article Fifth of all UK businesses remain ignorant of the Corporate Manslaughter Act1, which comes into force on 6 April 2008.
News from British Safety Council (16 January 2008)
Day Services Unit for Raigmore Hospital
User Application Article Pick Everard awarded contract by NHS Highland for the new build development of an GBP18m Day Services Unit at Raigmore Hospital.
News from Pick Everard (16 January 2008)
System-built homes becoming more widely accepted
WeberHaus is latest German manufacturer to enter the UK and Irish markets, with a system that is likely to further increase the popularity of self-built homes.
News from WeberHaus (16 January 2008)
Sensicast wireless mesh sensor network for Gulf
User Application Article Adaptive Wireless Solutions project-managed and supervised installation and commissioning of Sensicast wireless mesh sensor network in a very large data centre for Gulf States oil company.
News from Adaptive Wireless Solutions (16 January 2008)
SAS acoustic design for Everest Community College
User Application Article SAS International's acoustic baffles and wall panels have been installed at a brand new secondary school the Everest Community School in Basingstoke.
News from SAS International (16 January 2008)
New basin from tc bathrooms
Following the huge popularity of its rich, dark Jacobean finish, the new EL1 range is now available in two additional woodgrains - a rich opulent walnut and an attractive light oak.
News from tc bathrooms (16 January 2008)
Windows for Tom Collins House from AM Profiles
User Application Article AM Profiles' Series 24 Polyamide Reversible windows have recently been used by Radbury of Ayr to refurbish Tom Collins House, one of Newcastle upon Tyne's most iconic buildings.
News from A M Profiles (16 January 2008)
Gold standard floors from Johnson Tiles
User Application Article Head quarters of Medigold Healthcare in Northampton is making an instant impression on visitors thanks to ceramic flooring from Johnson Tiles.
News from Johnson Tiles (16 January 2008)
Platon membranes waterproof ancient priory
User Application Article Isola Platon membranes, together with other Triton waterproofing and timber preservation systems, have been used in the refurbishment of ancient priory outbuildings
News from Triton Chemical Manufacturing (16 January 2008)
Commercial construction sector booming
Technical Background Article Commercial construction is bucking the national building trend says English Architectural Glazing, one of the UK's leading cladding and curtain walling experts.
News from English Architectural Glazing (16 January 2008)
Stormbloc solves garden centre drainage problem
User Application Article Hydro International's Stormbloc modular block storage specified at Wyevale Garden Centre redevelopment because it was versatile enough to fit the space constraints with low installation costs.
News from Hydro International (16 January 2008)
OTR launch CushionTyre
OTR Tyres launch OTR CushionTyre into the UK market - a tyre that will maximise machine running time because there is no tyre downtime.
News from OTR Tyres (16 January 2008)
CIRIA backs International summit for water sector
Leading providers of flood risk management and drainage guidance, CIRIA has announced that it will be supporting The Water and Environmental Exchange international summit in 2008. Brochure Available
News from CIRIA (16 January 2008)
Structural Awards 2008 opens for entries
Organised annually by the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE), the Awards recognise excellence in structural engineering design and showcase projects that lead the industry's development.
News from Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) (16 January 2008)
IMS increase perforated plate performance
As one of the leading distributors and processors of specialist steels, IMS UK have increased their comprehensive range of abrasion resistant and high yield steel profiled components.
News from IMS UK (16 January 2008)
IMS UK exclusive supply of Dillidur Impact
Dillidur Impact is a water quenched steel ideal for use in earthmoving and loading machines, buckets and knives.
News from IMS UK (16 January 2008)
IMS launch new plasma profile cutting software
IMS UK, one of the country's leading distributor and processors of abrasion resistant steels, have recently invested in a new plasma software programme for their Hi-definition plasma cutting machine.
News from IMS UK (16 January 2008)
Exporter's Guide to EU Construction Markets
First ever EU-wide online resource for construction exporters: 'The Exporter's Guide to EU Construction Markets'.
News from Construct UK (16 January 2008)
ISG to build Hull archive storage centre
User Application Article ISG awarded GBP7 million project by Hull City Council to build a landmark archives and local studies centre within the city.
News from ISG Totty (16 January 2008)
Tremco illbruck develop flooring adhesive range
Tremco illbruck has developed Treadfast SF Spray range of safe, clean spray-applied flooring adhesives that combine excellent performance with simple, timesaving application.
News from Tremco illbruck (16 January 2008)
Glidemaster alternative to roller shutters
Various Glidemaster systems are hung from a top aluminium track, thus allowing more headroom and requiring no floor channels.
News from Hillaldam Coburn (16 January 2008)
Ardex natural stone range at Natural Stone Show
Ardex UK will be exhibiting their specialist natural stone range during The Natural Stone Show at ExCel, Docklands. Brochure Available
News from Ardex UK (16 January 2008)
New position to help schools manage buildings
User Application Article Property services expert Ian Williams is piloting a new service designed to help schools properly maintain their buildings.
News from Ian Williams (16 January 2008)
Turkington Windows 'A' rated for energy efficiency
Turkington Windows and Conservatories has become one of the first Eurocell fabricators in Ireland to gain an 'A' rating on its windows. Brochure Available
News from Eurocell Profiles (16 January 2008)
Miller Developments begins work on Alba Pavilions
User Application Article Construction work totalling over GBP10 million is now underway at Alba Business Park, Livingston, after Miller Developments began the construction of eight new office pavilions.
News from Balfour Beatty (16 January 2008)
Water saving washroom equipment from Cistermiser
Cistermiser has launched a new range of WRAS approved, hands-free, water-saving washroom equipment
News from Cistermiser (16 January 2008)
Forest Pennant natural stone At Tesco, Ilminster
User Application Article Forest Pennant, specialists in natural stone products, has supplied its unique paving, steps and a range of kerbs to be used at a new Tesco superstore development in Ilminster, Somerset.
News from Forest Pennant (16 January 2008)
Patience pays off for Bachy Soletanche in Ireland
User Application Article Leading geotechnical specialist, Bachy Soletanche undertakes the bored piling for foundations in a contract in Waterford, Ireland worth around euro1 million.
News from Bachy Soletanche (16 January 2008)
PRI new HEC for advanced home energy control
New Home Energy Controller (HEC) from Smart metering specialist PRI is being trialled as part of a jointly Government-funded Energy Demand Reduction Project.
News from PRI (16 January 2008)
Vapormatic celebrates launch of new website
Vapormatic new website offers visitors access to even more areas, such as technical support and troubleshooting guides.
News from Vapormatic (16 January 2008)
Third generation cast vinyl from Hexis
Hexis, the manufacturer of self-adhesive vinyl , announces the launch of their third generation of high performance cast vinyl films for cutting plotters.
News from Hexis S.A. (16 January 2008)
Cintec America versatile structural reinforcement
Cintec Anchor System is a versatile method of structural reinforcement tailored to specific strengthening and repair requirements of individual projects, especially for historic masonry walls.
News from Cintec America (16 January 2008)
Flooring installation for St.Pancras International
User Application Article Victorian Woodworks Contracts installed Jatoba wood flooring throughout the Business Premier Lounge and ticketing area at the refurbished St Pancras International.
News from The Flooring Studio (16 January 2008)
Timber specialist building momentum
Strong timber prices and increased sales on timber trussed rafters have helped James Donaldson and Sons achieve record financial results.
News from James Donaldson & Sons (14 January 2008)
National Flooring move forward
National Flooring move forward by relocating to new premises in Maxey, Peterborough.
News from National Flooring Company (14 January 2008)
Sunshine on Putney with Solarcentury
User Application Article Solarcentury, the UK's leading supplier of solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, has supplied PV units to a new six-house development in Putney, south-west London.
News from Solarcentury (14 January 2008)
EC Harris expansion of residential-affordable team
Leading international consultancy EC Harris has made a series of senior appointments to its residential - affordable team
News from EC Harris (14 January 2008)
Rockdoor introduce Door Energy Ratings Scheme
Technical Background Article Mark Simm, Sales Director at Rockdoor outlines the impact of the introduction of a Door Energy Ratings Scheme.
News from Rockdoor (14 January 2008)
Restoration of historic Quakers Friars in Bristol
User Application Article Restoration contractor Linford-Bridgeman has begun work on the transformation of the historic buildings at Quakers Friars as part of the GBP500 million Cabot Circus scheme.
News from Linford Group (14 January 2008)
New publication for Trespa Virtuon Surface panels
Trespa International, one of the leading manufacturers of architectural cladding and surface panels, has published a new guide about the performance, use and design possibilities of Virtuon.
News from Trespa International (14 January 2008)
Guidance for Eurocode 5 now available
Technical Background Article IStructE and TRADA publish Manual for design of timber building structures to Eurocode 5
News from Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) (14 January 2008)
Hunter Douglas reports sharp rise in MPF sales
Facade and sun control specialist Hunter Douglas has reported huge growth in the sale of Multiple Panel Facade single-skin rainscreen products over the last five years.
News from Hunter Douglas Construction Elements (14 January 2008)
KNX provides the platform at Terminal 5
KNX technology (formerly EIB) is helping to bring advanced lighting controls to Heathrow's Terminal 5.
News from KNX UK (14 January 2008)
Servaccomm bespoke modular buildings for Lafarge
User Application Article Servaccomm win GBP500,000 contract to design, manufacture and install a single-storey office accommodation block for Lafarge.
News from Servaccomm Redhall (14 January 2008)
PRP secures planning approval for RNIB
User Application Article PRP, Shepherd Construction and the RNIB has secured detailed planning consent to develop RNIB Rushton into a state-of-the-art School and Children's Home.
News from PRP Architects (14 January 2008)
Help on hand to slash builders van costs in 2008
Mercedes-Benz dealers across the UK are working with businesses in the trade and logistics industries to assist them to dramatically cut their vehicle costs in 2008.
News from Mercedes-Benz CharterWay (14 January 2008)
Dimplex cracks the sustainable code at Ecobuild
Dimplex will have a range of renewable space and water heating solutions, access to LCBP Phase 2 microgeneration grants and heat pump installer training. Brochure Available
News from Dimplex UK (14 January 2008)
Complete access control system in a door handle
Paxton Access announce launch of Easyprox compact, an all-in-one battery powered lock and access control system.
News from Paxton Access (14 January 2008)
Kalzip helps achieve the three 'l's at the 02 Dome
User Application Article HOK sport architecture specified Kalzip standing seam on the 02 Dome for the three Ls - low-maintenance, longevity and ability to limbo. Brochure Available
News from Kalzip (14 January 2008)
Burlington Stone adorns luxury spa
User Application Article The health club and spa of one of London's most prestigious new build private residential developments - The Knightsbridge - is adorned with Burlington's luxurious Elterwater stone.
News from Burlington Slate (14 January 2008)
Technal glazing systems for riverside apartments
User Application Article Futuristic and award-winning apartments scheme near Shipley in West Yorkshire has been completed using a range of facade systems from architectural aluminium specialists Technal.
News from Technal (14 January 2008)
Regenerated village is booming
Housing association LHA has developed affordable homes, which are being sold for shared ownership in the former mining village of Warsop Vale.
News from LHA-ASRA Group (14 January 2008)
Kestrel sets the environmental standard
The no tin, no lead, next generation cellular building products supplier, Kestrel, has achieved the environmental management standard BS EN ISO 14001:2004. Brochure Available
News from Kestrel-BCE (14 January 2008)
Tyco at DataCentreWorld 2008
AMP NETCONNECT Business Unit of Tyco Electronics is featuring its range of data-centre products and systems at DataCentreWorld 2008. Brochure Available
News from Tyco Electronics/AMP NETCONNECT Division (14 January 2008)
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