News releases on Buildingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 10 February
to Saturday 16 February 2008
Stannah solve disabled access in Sports Centre
User Application Article Sherborne Girls extended their indoor sports facilities and ensured that disabled people would be able to use the facilities too by including a Stannah platform lift. Brochure Available
News from Stannah (15 February 2008)
Safetell service division strengthens coverage
Safetell Service Division which provides a fast and efficient after-sales support for Safetell security products, has now extended its service team capabilities to cover 3rd party systems. Brochure Available
News from Safetell (15 February 2008)
Revolutionary board linings chosen for ECO house
An experimental ECO house, designed for 2008 Ideal Home Show, has been lined with British Gypsum's new Glasroc Rigidur H sustainable lining board made from recycled paper, newsprint and cardboard.
News from British Gypsum (15 February 2008)
Regupol 4515 range at Ecobuild 2008
The Regupol 4515 range of acoustic underlay materials will be on show at Ecobuild on the Ecomerchant stand where CMS Acoustics technical team will be available.
News from CMS Acoustics (15 February 2008)
CALA gears up to the challenge
CALA Homes has made a number of key appointments to enable it to achieve its 5-year plan to become the premium quality medium-sized housebuilding company in the UK.
News from CALA Finance (15 February 2008)
Further expansion for Exmet
Exmet announce it has acquired, from the Administrator, some trade and assets of Cheshire based wall tie company Powerplace .
News from Expamet Building Products (15 February 2008)
SpeedDeck provides total pricing transparency
SpeedDeck's new all-inclusive pricing structure gives developers and contractors total confidence when specifying SpeedRoof.
News from Eleco Timberframe (15 February 2008)
Landmark London hotel restoration select Aconex
User Application Article Aconex will provide its online collaboration solution to companies working on the GBP100m restoration of The Savoy, one of London's most famous hotels.
News from Aconex (15 February 2008)
Wyko 'Energy Savings in Buildings' master class
Wyko will be sharing its expertise with a master class entitled Energy Savings in Buildings at Sustainable Development 2008. Brochure Available
News from Eriks UK (15 February 2008)
Powervar online virtual demo of power conditioning
Powervar has created a virtual demo room on its website, showing the benefits of power conditioning as part of its 'The ABCs of Power Conditioning' educational initiative.
News from Powervar (15 February 2008)
Single skin Terracotta Rainscreen flexibility
User Application Article Flexibility of T.I.Dynamic Facade's single skin Terracotta Rainscreen demonstrated after an innovative specification required it to interface with five other systems at Usworth College, Sunderland.
News from T.I. Dynamic Facades (15 February 2008)
TRADA innovative 'guide' to the sustainable home
In 'Timber and the Sustainable Home', 8 architects debate the challenges, based on a series of candid interviews with architects and designers at the forefront of sustainable design.
News from TRADA Technology (15 February 2008)
TRADA seminars on 'threats and opportunities'
Half-day seminars are aimed at senior directors and managers, to help them identify the threats and opportunities inherent in changes to building regulations and codes.
News from TRADA Technology (15 February 2008)
Light steel frame makes waves on waterfront
User Application Article Leading specialist Light Steel Frame Solutions (LSFS) appointed to complete works at the prestigious Grosvenor Waterside development in Chelsea, London.
News from LSFS (15 February 2008)
AIS experience 12.6% growth
Association of Interior Specialists (AIS), the principal trade body for UK interior fit-out contractors and suppliers, has announced its biggest ever recruitment success.
News from Association of Interior Specialists (15 February 2008)
Edgetech 360 business support
360 is a comprehensive support package that will help sealed unit manufacturers, fabricators and installers win more orders and make more profit.
News from Edgetech (15 February 2008)
Morley-IAS by Honeywell new ZX Control Panels
More powerful ZX Series 1 to 5 loop panels meet the demands of Disability Discrimination Act - upgraded loop and battery calculator checks design parameters.
News from Morley-IAS (15 February 2008)
Alternative to lead for waterproof roof flashings
Roofgard FormFlash, an alternative to lead for waterproof roof flashings, which is lighter, cheaper and environmentally friendly, has been launched by building membranes specialist Icopal. Brochure Available
News from Icopal (15 February 2008)
Medaway appoint new stockist for Mono Hinge gate
Mono Hinge gate manufactured by Medway Galvanising, can now be purchased direct from the company's new South West regional stockist.
News from Medway Galvanising (14 February 2008)
5 years accident free for Klober
Klober notched up a further milestone when it reached 5 years without a lost time incident.
News from Klober (14 February 2008)
Polyflor launch Stone FX
Building on success of Forest FX wood-effect sheet vinyl range, commercial flooring specialist Polyflor launch Stone FX - an eye catching collection of 12 mottled granite and stone designs.
News from Polyflor (14 February 2008)
Tremco illbruck European facades appointment
Architectural glazing sealants specialist Tremco illbruck has a European Facade Manager.
News from Tremco illbruck (14 February 2008)
Autodesk launch 3ds Max Design 2009
3ds Max Design 2009 software is a tailored 3D application for architects, designers and visualisation specialists. Brochure Available
News from Autodesk (14 February 2008)
D R Services launches new sliding wall system
New and comprehensive range of sliding walls, based on contemporary design, with each model developed for functionality and aesthetic appeal.
News from D R Services (14 February 2008)
Increasing returns in challenging property market
Technical Background Article EC Harris has launched a new service to offer investors greater certainty of returns in the UK property market.
News from EC Harris (14 February 2008)
New ACO floor gullies provide the safe option
ACO Building Drainage launch floor gully range that incorporates features designed to accommodate changes to Building Regulations.
News from ACO Building Drainage (14 February 2008)
Blacksmiths construct huge gates for train station
User Application Article Garton Heritage Forge have just completed another successful commission for Paragon Railway Station in Hull, East Yorkshire.
News from Garton Heritage Forge (14 February 2008)
Glassex and GPandT see Pilkington take a stand
Success with Pilkington Activ self-cleaning glass at Glassex last year has encouraged Pilkington Building Products to take stand space for 2008.
News from Pilkington Building Products UK (14 February 2008)
'Critical Infrastructure and Flooding' Conference
CIWEM conference examine the potential threat to the UK's critical infrastructure from extreme weather events.
News from CIWEM (14 February 2008)
Software helps manage timber engineering business
Wolf Systems new and unique software system, WMS, represents a major step forward in how software can help manage a timber engineering business.
News from Wolf Systems (14 February 2008)
Tube Lines upgrades station ahead of schedule
User Application Article Tube Lines has completed the upgrade of Woodside Park station four months ahead of schedule.
News from Tube Lines (14 February 2008)
Technical details for Terrier Push-Fit range
Developed with the needs of New Build market in mind, Terrier Push-Fit has the quality of product and speed of installation required, while still remaining competitive on price.
News from Pegler (14 February 2008)
Heath Lambert 'State of the Market Report 2008'
Technical Background Article Current boom in major construction projects in the UK and internationally, coincides with a competitive period within the insurance industry.
News from Heath Lambert Group (14 February 2008)
Underfloor heating industry set to top GBP300m
Technical Background Article Report on the UK Underfloor Heating Industry, from specialist publisher MTW Research, has found that the sector is set to exceed a net worth of GBP300 million in 2008.
News from MTW Research (14 February 2008)
Notifier to showcase Mass Notification solutions
Notifier will exhibit its new Mass Notification solutions product line at the 2008 National Facilities and Maintence Technology Conference and Exposition.
News from Notifier (14 February 2008)
Hidden benefits with Access Control system
User Application Article Repton Preparatory School has used a Paxton Access Control system, supplied by Norbain SD, to help improve secure access to classroom blocks.
News from Norbain SD (14 February 2008)
Laver on expansion trail into Olympic heartland
Arnold Laver major new distribution depot at Rainham, East London, is close to new facilities being constructed for the 2012 London Olympic Games where it aims to supply materials for new buildings.
News from Arnold Laver Group (14 February 2008)
Lambro completes Thomas Pink projects
User Application Article Lambro's skilled craftsmen have recently completed the interior fitting of Thomas Pink stores and concessions in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Manchester, Kingston and the Bluewater shopping centre in Kent.
News from Lambro Contracts (14 February 2008)
Silverdell Academy for Excellence launched
Silverdell (UK) announce the launch a brand new website dedicated to Silverdell's Academy for Excellence (SAFE).
News from Silverdell (14 February 2008)
Balfour Kilpatrick win Riverside Museum contract
User Application Article Balfour Kilpatrick has been awarded a GBP3.5m contract to provide mechanical services for the new Riverside Museum.
News from Balfour Beatty (14 February 2008)
Winter tips from Castle Cement
Technical Background Article Work doesn't have to come to a standstill in a cold snap, and by using the right products and using the correct precautions you can keep jobs ticking over
News from Castle Cement (14 February 2008)
Help for first time buyers from Quantum
First time buyers who want affordable apartment-style living in a landmark historic building are being given a helping hand onto the property ladder in Leicestershire.
News from LHA-ASRA Group (14 February 2008)
CCTV/IP security solutions on show
Under the theme: 'CCTV/IP security solutions: diversity and integration', Dallmeier will show its complete product range at CeBIT 2008.
News from Dallmeier electronic GmbH & Co.KG (14 February 2008)
Lancashire PVC-U Trade Frames grows with Spectus
Spectus fabricator, Lancashire PVC-U Trade Frames, continues to grow with sales up 25% on 2006.
News from Spectus Window Systems (14 February 2008)
Quadro picked for Quadrant project
User Application Article Quadrant Development at Manchester United has filled in two corners of the Old Trafford ground, using the Quadro and the S-line to achieve the right visual appearance. Brochure Available
News from Ecophon (14 February 2008)
Builder benefits of thin joint masonry
New guide from Hanson promotes builder benefits of thin joint masonry construction.
News from Hanson (14 February 2008)
Knauf new Brio Dry Screed board
New Brio Dry Floor Screed from Knauf Drywall is the ideal base for a perfect floor in new or refurbished residential and office buildings. Brochure Available
News from Knauf Drywall (14 February 2008)
Clay Roofing Awards 2008 call for entries
The Clay Roofing Awards 2008 is making a last call for entries in the search for the UK's most beautiful clay tile roofs.
News from Clay Roof Tile Council (13 February 2008)
Skerritt win GBP18.2m prison contracts
User Application Article Leading building services specialist Skerritt has won contracts worth GBP18.2m to supply services at HMP Nottingham and HMP Swaleside in Kent.
News from Skerritt (13 February 2008)
Free tap water for customers
Technical Background Article CIWEM supports the move by the government-funded Consumer Council for Water and Thames Water to encourage the hospitality industry to serve free tap water to customers.
News from CIWEM (13 February 2008)
New website provides information on Edenex decking
Edenex is made by Freefoam Plastics and is a wood plastic composite product currently available as a decking system.
News from Freefoam Plastics (13 February 2008)
Catnic bespoke lintels support grass roof house
User Application Article Catnic has designed and manufactured bespoke lintels to support the distinctive curved shape, turret and grass roof of an exclusive eco-development in South Wales.
News from Catnic (13 February 2008)
Securistyle anti-manipulation door lock cylinder
Securistyle technically advanced anti-manipulation door lock cylinder has been awarded a product kitemark for quality and safety.
News from Securistyle (13 February 2008)
Scrubs increases its production capacity
Due to growth of Scrubs Hand Cleaner Towels, Magnaflux has moved it bucket production to Barplas part of RPC Group the UKs largest plastic injection moulding company.
News from Magnaflux ( UK ) (13 February 2008)
European standards for biomass published
European technical standards governing the production of solid biomass fuels are now available for downloading from the UK's Biomass Energy Centre website.
News from Forestry Commission (13 February 2008)
Smithers Rapra launches Polymer Consulting Centre
New Polymer Consulting Centre will provide customers with on-demand access to a collaborative hub of plastics and rubber materials expertise
News from Smithers Rapra (13 February 2008)
Fully mobile heating and hot water boilers
With demand for larger heating plant growing, All Seasons Hire are currently investing in a new and efficient range of fully mobile heating and hot water boilers.
News from All Seasons Hire (13 February 2008)
Gyptone acoustic ceiling boards fly high
User Application Article British Gypsum's Gyptone acoustic ceiling boards have provided a major feature in a chapel renovation, being submitted for a USAF international design award.
News from British Gypsum (13 February 2008)
Self cleaning paint demonstrated on Grand Designs
User Application Article Use of StoLotusan Color can play a major part in helping to maintain the clean, modernist look of the building.
News from Sto (13 February 2008)
Ra House system aids Cotswold ecohome project
User Application Article H+H UK's Ra House system is making a major contribution to the success of an ecohome project in Malmesbury, Wiltshire.
News from H+H Celcon (13 February 2008)
Colour matching is easy with Rockdoor
Rockdoor launch new marketing tool to help installers show homeowners how its leading composite door can add style to their homes.
News from Rockdoor (13 February 2008)
Stormcell controls surface water run off
User Application Article Installation of Hydro International's Stormcell and Hydro-Brake stormwater control systems on one of the biggest sustainable commercial business development projects.
News from Hydro International (13 February 2008)
Monitran Portable Vibration Meter offer at MAINTEC
Monitran is making its Portable Vibration Meter available for a discounted price of GBP395 during the three days of MAINTEC
News from Monitran (13 February 2008)
Balfour Beatty acquisition of GMH
Balfour Beatty agrees to acquire GMH'S military PPP accommodation business in the US for USD350 million cash.
News from Balfour Beatty (13 February 2008)
Kubota all the way for Exsel Plant and Tool Hire
User Application Article Exsel Plant and Tool Hire take delivery of its 15th Kubota, a 2.8 tonne KX61-3, the latest model in its growing mini fleet.
News from Kubota (UK) (13 February 2008)
JELD-WEN achieves environmental standard
JELD-WEN's door manufacturing site in Penrith, Cumbria, has achieved prestigious ISO14001 accreditation, the international standard for environmental performance.
News from JELD-WEN (13 February 2008)
Super Spacer features in natural nursing home
User Application Article Edgetech customer Green Building Store's Ecoplus System high performance timber windows have been selected for a new 40-bed care home in Beverley.
News from Edgetech (13 February 2008)
New manager for Milbury concrete production plant
Concrete specialist, Milbury Systems, an Eleco plc company, has appointed a new factory manager to run its 5 3/4 acre concrete production facility at Lydney in Gloucestershire.
News from Milbury Systems (13 February 2008)
Thorworld Truckloada solves loading dock problem
User Application Article Truckloada mobile lifting platforms from Thorworld Industries for Nisbets plc main warehouse and distribution centre in Avonmouth.
News from Thorworld Industries (13 February 2008)
Crosby tall order at greenquarter
User Application Article Britton House - the sixth residential building to be built at the mammoth GBP190 million greenquarter development - has been 'topped off' this week.
News from Crosby Lend Lease (13 February 2008)
New lay-in recessed luminaire Part l compliance
Cooper Lighting and Safety has updated and redesigned its popular Crompton Modulay range of recessed luminaires, adding Part L compliant versions.
News from Cooper Lighting and Safety (13 February 2008)
EYG sets new record in conservatory sales
Award-winning glazing and conservatory specialist, EYG, has announced a record year for conservatory sales.
News from EYG Group (13 February 2008)
Koemmerling at Fensterbau exhibition
Koemmerling Chemische Fabrik to show its latest developments in direct glazing, warm-edge-systems and structural glazing at the Fensterbau exhibition.
News from Kommerling UK (13 February 2008)
Martin Hember to Chair national committee
Martin Hember, Director of Pathfinder Park Homes, has been appointed Chairman of the National Park Home and Leisure Lodge Show Committee.
News from Pathfinder Park Homes (13 February 2008)
Tensartech aesthetic retaining wall solutions
Tensar International's Tensartech Systems provide a totally integrated solution with a wide choice of aesthetic masonry block finishes, backed by reliable support services and new software.
News from Tensar International (13 February 2008)
Apollo performs at the National Indoor Arena
User Application Article The National Indoor Arena in Birmingham is benefiting from a fire system upgrade that has equipped the 13,000-seat venue with a new Apollo intelligent fire detection system.
News from Apollo Fire Detectors (13 February 2008)
AWJ Glass steps up a gear with Super Spacer
User Application Article AWJ Glass has invested in a fully automated Lisec Super Spacer TriSeal Application Line to up its production of energy efficient glass units.
News from Edgetech (13 February 2008)
Revolutionary new Sika sealant seals Nelson Gate
User Application Article Nine thousand linear metres of the revolutionary new high specification sealant, Sikaflex -AT Facade, from Sika used on external refurbishment of Nelson Gate in Southampton.
News from Sika (13 February 2008)
New eco options for timber windows
Green Building Store, the sustainable window specialist is launching new eco options for timber windows at Ecobuild 2008.
News from Green Building Store (13 February 2008)
Solarcentury helps Barratt Homes with new urbanism
User Application Article Solarcentury's CompleteSolarRoof system is being used, along with other sustainable technologies, at NU@D2, a groundbreaking new development from Barratt homes in Upton, Northampton.
News from Solarcentury (13 February 2008)
Interbuild on Timber Show sudden cancellation
Interbuild have negotiated a special arrangement for exhibitors that had already signed-up and made a financial commitment to the Timber Show.
News from Interbuild - The Building Show (13 February 2008)
National Flooring urge 'slip alert'
Technical Background Article Report conducted by Health and Safety Executive says almost 11,000 major injuries each year occur as a result from a slip or trip.
News from National Flooring Company (12 February 2008)
Housing 'superagency' surge for window industry
Technical Background Article New Homes and Communities Agency will control all the required assets to cut red tape and speed up new build, social house improvement and regeneration. Brochure Available
News from Windowbase (12 February 2008)
Gleeds key role in major Birmingham developments
User Application Article Gleeds has won the role to provide Cost Management services to the high profile Martineau Galleries and Snow Hill mixed-use developments in Birmingham.
News from Gleeds (12 February 2008)
Combined heat and power in the green capitol
User Application Article CHP technology in London will enable the UK's tallest residential building to generate its own heat and electricity on site, helping to reduce energy bills and shrink its carbon footprint.
News from ENER.G (12 February 2008)
New 'Direct Flush' mains flushing urinal valve
New mains flushing urinal valves from Cistermiser provide automatic flushing of individual urinal bowls, rather than employing a cistern which can waste water.
News from Cistermiser (12 February 2008)
New plan printing, copying and scanning service
LMS Printing has launched a new plan printing, copying and scanning service supplying Architects and Engineers from all over the UK via a free postal service.
News from LMS Printing (12 February 2008)
Marley Eternit cladding panels in any RAL colour
Machine capable of coating fibre cement cladding panels in any one of the thousands of RAL colours has been commissioned by Marley Eternit. Brochure Available
News from Marley Eternit (12 February 2008)
Sandtoft extends range of plain tile literature
Sandtoft launch two new brochures, each dedicated to a separate product within the company's clay plain tile range.
News from Sandtoft Roof Tiles (12 February 2008)
LHC success for Radway creates unique service
Radway Door and Windows announce its appointment to the prestigious LHC Timber Window and Door Arrangement, the UK's largest Public Sector procurement consortium.
News from Radway Door & Windows (12 February 2008)
Triax piling rig working platform
User Application Article Tensar International's new TriAx geogrid, enabled Redrow Homes to complete groundworks phase of its recent Stoke development quickly, cost effectively and in a sustainable manner.
News from Tensar International (12 February 2008)
BMF looks to build on success in 2008
Launch of their latest initiative, the BMF Environmental Code, means they can now offer members the tools to report their environmental performance.
News from Builders Merchants Federation [BMF] (12 February 2008)
2008 Flat Roofing Awards
The Flat Roofing Alliance - promoting quality and excellence in flat roofing.
News from Flat Roofing Alliance (12 February 2008)
GAP starts 2008 expansion at Wirral
GAP, UK's leading trade home improvement stockist, has started its 2008 expansion programme by trebling the size of its Wirral trade counter.
News from GAP (12 February 2008)
Free equipment status management assessments
Scafftag is celebrating 25 years of keeping sites safe and well maintained by carrying out 25 free equipment status management assessments at projects throughout the UK. Brochure Available
News from Scafftag (12 February 2008)
Fifteen booms for Facelift
Facelift Access Hire has taken delivery of 15 H25TPX machines, its sixth order from French Manufacturer Haulotte in the past twelve months.
News from Facelift Access Hire (12 February 2008)
Protecting watercourses from construction works
Technical Background Article New Environment Agency guidance to help protect environment from construction works near watercourses.
News from Environment Agency (12 February 2008)
Pilkington Activ self-cleaning glass for Glasgow
User Application Article Mammoth task to clean the windows, and choice to switch to Pilkington Activ not only eliminates the cost involved but also the risks associated with working at height.
News from Pilkington Building Products UK (12 February 2008)
Regeneration expert joins Gleeds Scotland
User Application Article Gleeds has appointed regeneration expert Peter Kearns to lead their regeneration business throughout its UK operation.
News from Gleeds (12 February 2008)
Gleeds wins framework for Network Rail
User Application Article Gleeds appointed by Network Rail to undertake Cost Management, Project Management and Claims Management services under a framework agreement covering a GBP30 billion capital works programme.
News from Gleeds (12 February 2008)
Totally frameless glass screens from Ion Glass
User Application Article Glass screens from Ion Glass are perfect for contemporary atriums, corporate meeting rooms, gyms and saunas.
News from Ion Glass (12 February 2008)
Beautiful staircase balustrade from Ion Glass
User Application Article Ion has installed luxurious curved balustrades to Savoy Apartments London and an elegant expanse of clear glass to high profile projects at Cumberland Terrace.
News from Ion Glass (12 February 2008)
Coloured glass kitchens have arrived
Colorglaze collection designed by architectural glass experts Ion Glass include backpainted glass fully compatible with their glass worktops, splashbacks and bar counters.
News from Ion Glass (12 February 2008)
Icopal roofing system saves energy
New-generation of high-performance waterproofing membranes for new-build and refurbished built-up roofs is saving energy on two levels thanks to an Icopal patent. Brochure Available
News from Icopal (12 February 2008)
MacRoberts construction law update seminar
Seminar will look at dispute resolution tools available and how dispute resolution clauses in construction contracts are developing.
News from MacRoberts Solicitors (12 February 2008)
Icopal Monarperm reaches an Irish milestone
User Application Article Building membranes specialist Icopal is celebrating after notching up sales of two million square metres of its flagship Monarperm roofing membrane in Ireland. Brochure Available
News from Icopal (12 February 2008)
Progressive Academy selects AMF ceilings
User Application Article Greenwood Academy in Dreghorn, due for completion later this year and features 12,000m2 of AMF ceiling systems installed in all classrooms and circulation areas.
News from Knauf AMF (12 February 2008)
Vulcathene is just what the doctor ordered
User Application Article Vulcathene specialist chemical drainage pipework system has been installed in a leading clinic on London's Harley Street.
News from Durapipe UK (12 February 2008)
Leisure facility with Rockfon acoustic solutions
User Application Article GBP12m leisure complex has been developed in Wolverhampton community, complete with 650m2 of Rockfon acoustic wall linings.
News from Rockfon (12 February 2008)
EC Harris wins largest retail mall deal in Romania
User Application Article EC Harris has secured the largest-ever retail deal in Romania to build four best in class shopping centres worth more than 300m Euros.
News from EC Harris (12 February 2008)
CIOB announces the latest Sir Ian Dixon Scholars
Scholarship involves a twelve month study of a Construction Management topic.
News from Chartered Institute of Building [CIOB] (12 February 2008)
Carillion and the environment
Steve Floyd, group telecommunications manager at Carillion says "There are parts of the business where we can have a dramatic effect in reducing our overall environmental impact".
News from Carillion (12 February 2008)
Marley Goldseal Plus system for hospital
User Application Article Marley Waterproofing's Goldseal Plus system, a high performance waterproofing system, installed on a new roof at The Countess of Chester Hospital.
News from Marley Waterproofing (11 February 2008)
Luxury apartments crowned with CUPA Natural Slate
User Application Article Luxury development of one and two bedroom apartments in Seaford, East Sussex has been complemented by use of CUPA Natural Slate.
News from CUPA Natural Slate (11 February 2008)
Entries sought for Clay Roofing Awards 2008
Search is on to find the UK's most beautiful clay tile roofs, with householders, architects, roofers and builders being urged to enter properties topped off with indigenous clay.
News from Clay Roof Tile Council (11 February 2008)
Natural product specialist for RSL technical team
Resin flooring systems specialist, Resin Surfaces, has reinforced its technical team with appointment of natural product specialist to spearhead its diversification into cleaning products.
News from Resin Surfaces (11 February 2008)
Marshall-Tufflex rainwater management specialists
Marshall-Tufflex is a leading supplier of high quality guttering systems designed to complement all styles of new-build properties and refurbishment projects.
News from Marshall-Tufflex (11 February 2008)
Sleek and stylish PVC-U cable management
Marshall-Tufflex's Odyssey is far quicker to install than traditional trunking systems.
News from Marshall-Tufflex (11 February 2008)
Marshall-Tufflex MT32 power connection system
32amp power connection system delivers tool-free, fast-track installation of complete cabling runs, from power source to final outlet, allowing contractors to complete jobs up to 80% faster.
News from Marshall-Tufflex (11 February 2008)
Ian Williams warn landlords about fire risks
Technical Background Article Thousands of properties across the UK could be falling short of strict new fire safety standards, because of the often unrecognised hazard presented by painted walls and ceilings.
News from Ian Williams (11 February 2008)
Bentley Systems and SmartGeometry 2008 in Munich
SmartGeometry 2008 is an eight-day, four-event program on the latest developments in computational and parametric design for infrastructure.
News from Bentley Systems (11 February 2008)
Breakthrough in cement based technology
Instarmac Envirobed HA104 new high strength, rapid setting cement based mortar is wholly environmentally safe, as well as being able to meet very tough highway specifications.
News from Instarmac Group (11 February 2008)
Portakabin excellent new customer service figures
Portakabin, the UK's leading modular building provider, release impressive new customer service figures.
News from Portakabin (11 February 2008)
Granfix products benefit new luxury spa
User Application Article Granfix team up again with Lancashire Tiling to provide the perfect tile fixing solution for a most impressive new health club and spa facility in the Lake District.
News from Granfix Products (11 February 2008)
MP launches new production software
MP and shadow minister for Enterprise, Deregulation and Competition, Mark Prisk, launched the new version of DataTrack from PSL in Hertford.
News from PSL DataTrack (11 February 2008)
Spectus Elite 70 profile for Doncaster project
User Application Article J.F.Bodman and Sons fabricated and installed 50 casement windows, French doors and a two storey conservatory to properties worth GBP600k each in Spectus' Elite 70 profile
News from Spectus Window Systems (11 February 2008)
Hyload original DPC, reliable and environmental
Hyload, the structural waterproofing range from Ruberoid Building Products offers the triple combination of environmental benefits, reliability and performance.
News from Ruberoid Building Products (11 February 2008)
Complete residential solutions at ELEX
Schneider Electric will demonstrate how its GET, Clipsal and Square D brands provide a complete residential solution and can add real value to homes at affordable prices.
News from Schneider Electric (11 February 2008)
Losing skilled and experienced workers
Technical Background Article New booklet on how your business can benefit from flexible retirement and become more age positive.
News from Age Positive Team (11 February 2008)
Caernarfon Criminal Justice Centre contract
User Application Article Balfour Kilpatric awarded GBP3m contract to provide design, supply and installation services for a new court building at Caernarfon Criminal Justice Centre.
News from Balfour Beatty (11 February 2008)
NHBC ready for EPC deadline
Amendment to Building Regulations requires that all newly built homes, including conversions, must be provided with an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) on completion.
News from NHBC (11 February 2008)
Zarges introduce addition to Profort range
The Folding Profort provides light-weight, easily portable steps suitable for commercial maintenance contracts.
News from Zarges (UK) (11 February 2008)
Multi Top Floor bamboo is natural flooring choice
Bamboo is one of the hardest natural materials available for flooring and has a higher fibre rating than any hard wood, which gives it exceptional hard wearing qualities.
News from Multi Top Floor (11 February 2008)
Free technical seminars from H Jarvis
H Jarvis in association with Pilkington and L.B.Plastics is hosting free technical seminars providing latest insight into sustainable window solutions.
News from H Jarvis (11 February 2008)
Getting rid of another thermal bridge
New on the market: aluplast and BASF jointly present energy-efficient window frame profiles with thermoplastic reinforcements.
News from BASF (11 February 2008)
Alumasc green roof build-up live at Ecobuild
Visitors to Ecobuild will see how the various Alumasc roof components are assembled to achieve a watertight and attractive green roof. Brochure Available
News from Alumasc Exterior Building Products (11 February 2008)
CIWEM welcomes Defra Water Strategy, Future Water
Technical Background Article CIWEM also endorses the strategy's plans for surface water drainage and would support a strategic role for the Environment Agency on all aspects of inland flooding.
News from CIWEM (11 February 2008)
IStructE welcome engineering parliamentary inquiry
The Innovation, Universities and Skills Committee will examine some of the wide-ranging issues affecting engineering in the UK.
News from Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) (11 February 2008)
Technal curtain walling transforms river frontage
User Application Article Architectural aluminium facade specialists, Technal, in partnership with glazing fabricator AC Yule, have helped to transform the river frontage in Sunderland.
News from Technal (11 February 2008)
Alimak Hek rack and pinion lift
Alimak Hek can often solve the most unusual requests with a permanent lift from their standard range of industrial lifts...and a great deal of engineering expertise.
News from Alimak Hek (11 February 2008)
Truck operators meet Chancellor about fuel duty
Technical Background Article FTA and RHA, which together represent operators of over 300,000 lorries, are calling on the Government to scrap plans to increase fuel duty by a further 2p per litre.
News from Freight Transport Association (11 February 2008)
SPAB new Conservation area at Interbuild '08
The Society for Protection of Ancient Buildings is joining forces with the trade's biggest building show to launch a new Conservation area at Interbuild 2008
News from Interbuild - The Building Show (11 February 2008)
Tuscanor carbon footprint
Tuscanor supplies only British architectural ironmongery made by Kirkpatrick and their emissions to the atmosphere are minimal.
News from Tuscanor (11 February 2008)
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