News releases on Buildingtalk categorised by date

Sunday 30 March
to Saturday 5 April 2008

Kubota puts on a big show at Rockingham Castle

Kubota Live! At Rockingham Castle will provide visitors with a unique opportunity to put a range of world leading Kubota machines through their paces.

News from Kubota (UK) ( 4 April 2008)

Jewson wins contract to supply Persimmon Homes

 User Application Article  Jewson has secured an exclusive contract to provide HandH Celcon aircrete blocks and VELUX roofLITE windows to Persimmon Homes.

News from Jewson ( 4 April 2008)

New Dorman Smith MCCB panel board

Tyco Electronics has extended its popular Dorman Smith Modis 25/32 modular distribution system with a Form 4 Type 6 MCCB Panel Board.  Brochure Available 

News from Tyco Electronics - Energy Division ( 4 April 2008)

New sports facilities developed using CATIA

Some of the best of these facilities, including the 2008 Beijing Olympics Stadium, are developed using CATIA advanced 3D model-based design-to-manufacture solutions.

News from Dassault Systemes ( 4 April 2008)

Saint-Gobain joins the UK Green Building Council

Saint-Gobain has joined the UK Green Building Council , reinforcing the company's continued commitment to providing innovative and sustainable solutions.

News from Saint-Gobain Isover UK ( 4 April 2008)

Death and injury for British workers on the rise

 Technical Background Article  Millions of British men and women are at risk at work today because of a lack of safety training, the biggest survey ever carried out by the British Safety Council has revealed.

News from British Safety Council ( 4 April 2008)

British Gypsum joins UK elite

British Gypsum is one of the UK's leading business brands, according to business professionals and the organisation, Superbrands UK.

News from British Gypsum ( 4 April 2008)

Major innovation in room acoustics from Ecophon

Ecophon has introduced a new range of Free-Hanging acoustic ceiling solutions for areas where a full, edge-to-edge acoustic ceiling would not be suitable.  Brochure Available 

News from Ecophon ( 4 April 2008)

Ecophon diffusing noise and glare at new school

 User Application Article  Ecophon helped develop the most appropriate acoustic solutions for New Woodlands School in south east London, enabling it to meet Part E Acoustic Conditions in Schools regulations.  Brochure Available 

News from Ecophon ( 4 April 2008)

Maximising space in new coldstore

 User Application Article  Nene Group win contract to provide a complete racking installation for Samworth Distribution's new chill store extension at its distribution centre in Leicestershire.

News from Nene Group ( 4 April 2008)

Spaceway Group on 'What to do with archive files'

 Technical Background Article  Harlie Jeary, Sales Manager at Spaceway Group reviews the options for taking proper care of records and documents that must be retained.

News from Spaceway South ( 4 April 2008)

BandB scales up its Weighmaster range

WeighMaster 2000 is a dynamic oil pressure weighing system specifically designed for materials handling equipment including, warehouse stackers, counterbalance, reach and order picking trucks.

News from B and B Attachments ( 4 April 2008)

Loaders Croklaan achieves savings with GEM

 User Application Article  Loders Crocklaan is saving 10% in steam consumption and achieving 15% in increased production following the installation of GEM steam traps across its plant in Wormerveer, Holland.

News from Gardner Energy Management ( 4 April 2008)

Breezair cost effective cooling for laundry

 User Application Article  Problems of motionless, humid air and high temperatures in Bates Laundry have been resolved following installation of Breezair Evaporative Air Cooling System from Seeley International (Europe).

News from Seeley International (Europe) ( 4 April 2008)

Gleeds win role in major mixed-use development

 User Application Article  Gleeds appointed to provide cost management and construction design and management co-ordinator services for the GBP12 million mixed-use project at Bold Lane in Derby.

News from Gleeds ( 4 April 2008)

Seminars to focus on business and industry

CADline and Midas Technology's 2008 seminar programme will focus on helping its customers to get the most from their design software strategies.

News from CADline ( 4 April 2008)

All Seasons Hire expands hire fleet

All Seasons Hire is continuing to expand their hire fleet to include a new range of portable chillers and mobile boilers.

News from All Seasons Hire ( 4 April 2008)

All Seasons Hire extends its business facilities

Due to expansion of its hire fleet, All Seasons Hire has acquired additional premises in Basingstoke.

News from All Seasons Hire ( 4 April 2008)

Quality and durability key to hospital security

 User Application Article  Security, safety and value requirements of health authority met by installing additional Abloy access control products including lock cases and a highly effective cylinder Master Key system.  Brochure Available 

News from Abloy UK ( 4 April 2008)

Feedline IV abrasive metering system improved

New Feedline IV metering system from KMT Waterjet Systems means consistent high-quality abrasive waterjet cutting.

News from KMT Waterjet Systems ( 4 April 2008)

CMS Acoustics and CMS Vibration Solutions expand

CMS Acoustics and CMS Vibration Solutions expand nationwide operation with new 15,000 square foot regional distribution centre in Wickford.

News from CMS Acoustics ( 4 April 2008)

Sales boom for Spectus

Spectus Window Systems, the leading PVC-U systems company is reporting solid sales growth at the start of 2008.

News from Spectus Window Systems ( 4 April 2008)

Directors warned about corporate killing law

 Technical Background Article  Directors and senior managers will find themselves under increasing scrutiny if work-related deaths happen as a result of gross corporate failures, says RoSPA.

News from Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents ( 4 April 2008)

New Kopex electrical conduit catalogue

Kopex International publish new catalogue covering Electrical Conduit and Cable Management Systems for Hazardous Areas.

News from Kopex International ( 4 April 2008)

Helping push the boundaries of building design

 User Application Article  T.I.Dynamic Facades single skin Terracotta Rainscreen system installed on a tightly curved structure at the Grand Arcade in Wigan.

News from T.I. Dynamic Facades ( 4 April 2008)

CML Innovative Technologies making LEDs easy

Range of LED modules from CML Innovative Technologies now available with an online 'designer's pack' including application notes and technical data sheets.  Brochure Available 

News from CML Innovative Technologies ( 4 April 2008)

Corus supplies new roof for Mid-Kent College

 User Application Article  Corus Kalzip win GBP500k contract to supply Hi-Point, Corus' innovative off-site roofing system at campus buildings at Mid-Kent College.  Brochure Available 

News from Kalzip ( 4 April 2008)

GGF views are listened to at House of Commons

Results from GGF formal evidence submission to The House of Commons Communities and Local Government Committee.

News from Glass and Glazing Federation ( 4 April 2008)

Ideal solution for levelling timber floors

Mapei's Fiberplan, an ultra-fast hardening, fibre-reinforced self-levelling compound  Brochure Available 

News from Mapei UK ( 4 April 2008)

Breath of fresh air from British Gypsum

 User Application Article  British Gypsum's ShaftWall system used to create network of horizontal fresh air ventilation ducts for biggest and most distinctive new courts complex to be built in UK for more than 100 years.

News from British Gypsum ( 4 April 2008)

Shade Sails for student health and safety

 User Application Article  UV protection for students is a critical issue and correctly positioned shade sails can block out up to 95% of the suns rays and cut heat levels down dramatically.

News from Mulders Sail Shades ( 4 April 2008)

Worlds smallest HDTV hi-def camera system

Toshiba Imaging to exhibit world's smallest HDTV Hi-Def Camera System at NAB Show in Las Vegas.

News from Toshiba Imaging Systems Division ( 4 April 2008)

PRI new desktop real-time carbon display

Making achieving carbon reduction targets in organisations easier with new energy management product, Scroller for XP from PRI.

News from PRI ( 4 April 2008)

CEMEX new strategic London plant

 User Application Article  CEMEX has begun its 2008 national investment programme in UK with new concrete plant at one of the capital's busiest sites off Butchers Row, Stepney in East London.

News from CEMEX ( 4 April 2008)

Bobcat sets new benchmark for micro-excavators

Bobcat launch new E08 and E10 micro-excavators, designed and engineered to provide the best combination of high performance, stability, operator safety, ergonomics and durability.  Brochure Available 

News from Bobcat ( 3 April 2008)

New natural insulation company launch at Ecobuild

Black Mountain is the first UK company to invest in a dedicated factory to manufacture natural wool insulation for projects across the UK and Ireland from its factory in North Wales.

News from Black Mountain Insulation ( 3 April 2008)

Bentley help sustain bridge infrastructure

Bentley Systems announce strategic initiative to deliver Bridge Information Modeling (BrIM) technology for the entire bridge lifecycle.

News from Bentley Systems ( 3 April 2008)

Clark-Drain announces new regional sales manager

Clark-Drain, market leaders in the UK drainage and construction industry, has appointed Shaun Barker as a Regional Sales Manager.  Brochure Available 

News from Clark-Drain ( 3 April 2008)

New interior flooring from Addagrip

Addagrip has just launched DECO, a high quality resin-based surface to complement its existing range of decorative interior floor finishes.

News from Addagrip Surface Treatments ( 3 April 2008)

Clear focus sees Deutz engines drive ahead

Deutz, one of the world's leading independent diesel and gas engine manufacturers, has enjoyed a period of consistent growth over the past 12 months.

News from Deutz UK ( 3 April 2008)

Alumasc exhibit premium products at H and R Show

A must for those seeking knowledge and free, impartial advice from industry experts on sustainable and cost efficient building products.  Brochure Available 

News from Alumasc Exterior Building Products ( 3 April 2008)

New Chief Executive at Bison Concrete Product

Bison Concrete Products has announced the appointment of Stephen Bracegirdle as its new Chief Executive.

News from Bison Concrete Products ( 3 April 2008)

First boat to use Spacetherm insulation

 User Application Article  The A Proctor Group's Spacetherm, originally used to insulate NASA astronauts in space, is now being used to insulate Lulama, a 40ft wide beam, Caribbean cruiser.  Brochure Available 

News from A Proctor Group ( 3 April 2008)

Newey and Eyre help pubs after smoking ban

Pubs are taking action in order to combat the potential for a downturn in custom following the smoking ban last year, with sales of outdoor lighting, heating and controls soaring.

News from Newey and Eyre ( 3 April 2008)

Agrement Certificates awarded by the BBA

List of Agrement Certificates awarded by the BBA during the past three months.  Brochure Available 

News from British Board of Agrement ( 3 April 2008)

Pectel Group donate Touch Screen Information Kiosk

The Pectel Group have donated a Touch Screen Kiosk to the new South Essex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Rochford Hospital project to help provide patients and visitors.

News from Pectel Group ( 3 April 2008)

Compressors, generators and attachments at SED

Ingersoll Rand compressors, generators and attachments will form the core of the Doosan Infracore Portable Power and DII Attachments stand at the SED Exhibition.

News from Doosan Infracore Portable Power ( 3 April 2008)

Brochure shows Bison Special Project capabilities

New Special Projects brochure from Bison Concrete Products shows their unparalleled expertise in creating precast concrete solutions for unusual and structurally challenging new buildings.

News from Bison Concrete Products ( 3 April 2008)

New micro-excavators from Bobcat

The new, high performance E08 and E10 micro-excavators will be among the major attractions in a strong display of Bobcat compact equipment at the SED 2008 Exhibition.  Brochure Available 

News from Bobcat ( 3 April 2008)

Requirements of Code for Sustainable Homes

 Technical Background Article  The Concrete Centre publish new guide demonstrating how to achieve Code's mandatory energy and CO2 requirements with masonry and concrete.

News from Concrete Centre ( 3 April 2008)

Konstructa anti-vandal site accommodation hire

 User Application Article  Longcross Group were surprised at the speed and quality of the units Konstructa Hire supplied.

News from Konstructa ( 3 April 2008)

Aquabond water-based adhesive from Chemique

Chemique Adhesives and Sealants , pioneers in the development of solvent free adhesives for the furniture industry announce re-launch of Aquabond.

News from Chemique Adhesives and Sealants ( 3 April 2008)

Safeguard your property interests

ContractStore.com has launched a new range commercial documents to safegaurd your property interests.

News from ContractStore.com ( 3 April 2008)

Aluminium in new homes

 User Application Article  AM Profiles complete new development designed by CAD Associates of Lincoln for Stamford Homes which effectively uses aluminium curtain walling, windows and doors in a low rise residential application.

News from A M Profiles ( 3 April 2008)

New Fradiflex water stop from Max Frank

New metal water stop provides superior watertightness in horizontal and vertical concrete construction joints - and overcomes problems associated with PVC seals.

News from Max Frank ( 3 April 2008)

Study and practice strawbale building

UK's leading strawbale builders, amazonails, have courses during summer 2008, covering a variety of locations in the UK, including the Orkneys, Scotland, and in Bulgaria.

News from amazonails ( 3 April 2008)

New slimline shower trays from tc bathrooms

As part of the trend towards minimalism and the desire for homeowners to create a designer look, tc bathrooms has launched a stylish new range of low level shower trays.

News from tc bathrooms ( 3 April 2008)

Certification scheme for electrical contractors

SELECT, the electrical contracting industry's trade association, has launched Scottish Building Services Certification in association with the NICEIC Group

News from SELECT ( 3 April 2008)

Koramic meets the needs of the low pitch market

 User Application Article  Koramic's low-pitch Actua clay roof tile has been selected by Drew Smith for two new residential developments in Kings Worthy, Hampshire.

News from Koramic Clay Roof Tiles ( 3 April 2008)

Koramic expands plain clay tile range

In response to customer feedback, Koramic - the clay roof tile brand owned by Wienerberger - is expanding its '303' range of plain clay tiles with a new colour.

News from Koramic Clay Roof Tiles ( 3 April 2008)

New range of welding blankets from Jackson Safety

Jackson Products has introduced 'Weld-O-Glass', a new range of welding safety blankets from Wilson Industries, a division of Jackson Safety.

News from Jackson Products ( 3 April 2008)

Free evening seminars held by The Concrete Centre

Free evening seminars on 'Innovate Green' office in Leeds which has achieved one of the best ever BREEAM scores of 87.5%.

News from Concrete Centre ( 3 April 2008)

Noisy venues affect over 5 million people

 Technical Background Article  Sound Service (Oxford) has published an online article designed to offer practical help for licensed premises who suffer with noise related complaints and problems.

News from Sound Service (Oxford) ( 2 April 2008)

Specialised project financial management solutions

Zavanti launch of their specialised project financial management solutions for the property and construction industry in the UK.

News from Zavanti ( 2 April 2008)

Korenix free 2008-master-brochure launched

Korenix new master brochure 2008 in digital file is now available for download from the web site

News from Korenix Technology ( 2 April 2008)

Expansion for JMW Aluminium

 User Application Article  JMW has seen demand for aluminium fenestration increase after JMW (Aluminium) of Newcastle installed Elumatec's SBZ130 CNC profile centre, and the company has now invested in a second machine.

News from Elumatec UK ( 2 April 2008)

Bromsgrove Glass and Windows covered by CPA

Part of the company's corporate policy ensures that the customer is protected at all stages of the installation process.

News from Consumer Protection Association ( 2 April 2008)

Fitrite fencing from Sash UK at cliff face

 User Application Article  690m of fencing was required for the perimeter of Hopton Holiday Park in Great Yarmouth, Norfolk, and Waterside suggested the Fitrite product because requires no maintenance what so ever.

News from Sash UK ( 2 April 2008)

Sandtoft supports the 2008 Built in Quality Awards

Leading roof tile manufacturer, Sandtoft Roof Tiles sponsored two awards at the inaugural South Yorkshire and Humber Built in Quality Awards 2008.

News from Sandtoft Roof Tiles ( 2 April 2008)

Grass Roots UK choose Verco Office Furniture range

 User Application Article  Grass Roots specified Verco's Visual beam desking and personal storage together with Profile task chairs and Roma tub chairs to reception and break-out areas.

News from Verco Office Furniture ( 2 April 2008)

Kestrel Timber Frame set to lead in eco-homes race

Kestrel Timber Frame is set to become the region's first company to meet tough new government standards for 'green' buildings.  Brochure Available 

News from Kestrel-BCE ( 2 April 2008)

Balfour Beatty win three prestigious awards

Balfour Beatty Construction Northern great start to the year includes three of its projects receiving prestigious awards.

News from Balfour Beatty ( 2 April 2008)

Isover help send frame wise happily to Coventry

 User Application Article  Cobden Street development in Coventry feature Isover insulation in their walls and floors.

News from Saint-Gobain Isover UK ( 2 April 2008)

Re-locating fume and dust extraction system

 User Application Article  Flextraction helps Unistrut to re-locate fume and dust extraction system.

News from Flextraction ( 2 April 2008)

Polyflor keeps it quiet for community centre

 User Application Article  Life is much quieter at Frizinghall Community Centre in Bradford following the installation of Polyflor Gallery FX Acoustic sheet vinyl flooring in the meeting room and corridors.

News from Polyflor ( 2 April 2008)

Warmebetriebe chooses Bentley solutions

 User Application Article  Bentley Solutions System will enable organization to more accurately and efficiently manage district heating infrastructure lifecycle from a single database.

News from Bentley Systems ( 2 April 2008)

Isomass SOLO acoustic floor recognised at ecobuild

Isomass launched their new SOLO acoustic overlay board at Ecobuild 2008 and very quickly gained important recognition by Mark Elton, director of sustainability at ECD Architects.

News from isomass ( 2 April 2008)

Mercury in orbit with Spectus sash

Specialist sash fabricator Mercury Glazing Supplies has recently expanded due to increased demand.

News from Spectus Window Systems ( 2 April 2008)

Arval launches a breath-of-fresh-air facade

Stainless steel facade with lumps in all the right places has been launched to UK specifiers by Arval from Arcelor Construction.

News from Arcelor Construction UK ( 2 April 2008)

Channel tunnel rail link engineer receives award

Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) has awarded its Gold Medal for 2008 to Mike Glover of Arup.

News from Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) ( 2 April 2008)

ILight simplifies large lighting systems

Building on the success of their iCANsoft architectural lighting control software, iLight is launching iCANview at the Lighting + Building 2008 exhibition in Frankfurt this April.

News from iLight ( 2 April 2008)

Greensource air to water heat pumps from Worcester

Worcester introduce of new collection of Greensource air to water heat pumps, offering homeowners an alternative option for 'greener' home heating with minimal CO2 emissions.  Brochure Available 

News from Worcester Bosch Group ( 2 April 2008)

Envireau rainwater harvesting at River Cottage

Architects have incorporated an Envireau rainwater harvesting system, manufactured by Titan Pollution Control, for grey water capture and use.

News from Titan Pollution Control ( 2 April 2008)

Spiral Construction in Pinewood Studios feature

 User Application Article  Spiral Construction complete stunning installation at new, glass-enclosed Gatehouse at the entrance to Pinewood Studio's complex.  Brochure Available 

News from Spiral Construction ( 2 April 2008)

Adi-Gardiner special promotion with Optex

Optex has been a leader in detection products for over 15 years and instrumental in reducing false alarm in the industry.

News from ADI-Gardiner ( 2 April 2008)

Strategic approach to roads needed says ACE

 Technical Background Article  Highways Agency's new business plan criticised by Association for Consultancy and Engineering (ACE) as 'a short-term fix'.

News from Association for Consultancy and Engineering ( 2 April 2008)

Futura Range from Smithbrook Lighting

The Futura Range from Smithbrook Lighting is another addition to the Tuscanor lighting range.

News from Tuscanor ( 2 April 2008)

Hub of excellence for saving energy

Latest innovation from Unico Climate Control is the UniHub, a cost-effective addition to any house or small commercial building.  Brochure Available 

News from Unico Climate Control ( 2 April 2008)

New infrared gas detector for LPG gas hazards

The Xgard IR LPG from Crowcon is a new, low cost infrared (IR) fixed gas detector designed to detect LPG* gas hazards before concentrations reach flammable levels.  Brochure Available 

News from Crowcon Detection Instruments ( 2 April 2008)

Dragon Hall adds a touch of glass

Pilkington Planar glazing is set to go down in history following its installation at Dragon Hall in Norwich.

News from Pilkington Building Products UK ( 2 April 2008)

Housebuilders discomfort at 2016 target

 Technical Background Article  Opinion poll by Inbuilt shows that, despite generally embracing the Government ambition for zero carbon new homes, many major housebuilders are deeply uncomfortable about achieving this target.

News from Inbuilt ( 2 April 2008)

Euroclad win GBP2 million regeneration project

 User Application Article  GBP2 million regeneration scheme designed by Boyes Rees Architects and led by Compton Developments has specified Euroclad's Secret Fix roofing system.  Brochure Available 

News from Euroclad ( 2 April 2008)

Flexible and secure remote access solution

 User Application Article  Scott Brownrigg, an international architectural practice, has replaced its limiting VPN with a flexible and secure remote access solution to improve its productivity and improve communications.

News from Global Secure Systems ( 2 April 2008)

Cover installation for irish food facility

 User Application Article  AMi Designs has recently completed another successful GRP tank cover design, manufacture and installation project at a new Cuisine De France facility located in Grange Castle, near Dublin.

News from AMi Designs ( 2 April 2008)

Safe environments come first.

 User Application Article  Gerflor flooring has been used extensively at Airedale Hospital where the need for a flexible homogeneous floorcovering was essential for a refit of some of the wards.  Brochure Available 

News from Gerflor ( 2 April 2008)

Explore-At-Bristol hands-on science centre

Explore-At-Bristol runs formal and informal learning programmes and aims to make science accessible to all.

News from Copa-Data UK ( 2 April 2008)

SCR ceiling coating to Keep Clean after Deep Clean

 User Application Article  Coated ceiling will inhibit the growth of certain bacteria (including MRSA) by up to 99.9%  Brochure Available 

News from Suspended Ceiling Restoration Company ( 2 April 2008)

Ultra ready-mixed pastes and powder adhesives

The Ultra range from Instarmac comprises of ready-mixed pastes and powder adhesives for all types of tiling applications, alongside wall and floor grouts, and primers, sealers and silicones.

News from Instarmac Group ( 2 April 2008)

Merlin network achieves 'A' rating with Swisspacer

Trade window fabricator Merlin Network has achieved an 'A' rating using one of Europe's top performing spacer bars from Swisspacer.

News from Swisspacer ( 2 April 2008)

New build market demands frame price drop

 Technical Background Article  Realistically mark-up your products and you will avoid running your business into the ground, comments Sash UK's joint managing director Dave Ruzicka.

News from Sash UK ( 2 April 2008)

Screwfix adds new products to plumbing pages

These include Rothenberger range of professional quality hand tools together with additional boilers and accessories from Vokera, and the brand new Grey Push Fit range from John Guest Speedfit.

News from Screwfix Direct ( 1 April 2008)

Maine road new homes sales kick off in style

The Maine Place, a major new regeneration development from Lowry Homes Plc, occupying the site of Manchester City FC's former Maine Road stadium, has kicked off to a flying sales performance.

News from Lowry Homes ( 1 April 2008)

Ward adds perfect finish to Ilva super store

 User Application Article  Ward Insulated Panels has supplied a total insulated roofing solution for the flagship superstore of European furniture retailer Ilva.

News from Ward Insulated Panels ( 1 April 2008)

Booth Industries in a race against time

 User Application Article  Booth Industries is in a race against time to build specialist sound reducing doors for Ireland's premier theatre before the grand opening night in November.

News from Booth Commercial ( 1 April 2008)

New Radiodetection and Pearpoint products at IWEX

Radiodetection will be showing its comprehensive range of location products and Pearpoint pipeline inspection equipment at IWEX in Birmingham.

News from Radiodetection ( 1 April 2008)

Bolgers award winning fabricated sheet metal

Bolgers, fabricated sheet metal exporter, has become the first European fabrication company to receive Silver Certificate for Caterpillar's Supplier Quality Excellence Process.

News from Bolgers ( 1 April 2008)

Winning design installed with Tarkett flooring

MacGregor Flooring has now installed new floorcovering in school entrance hall after 'Design A Floor' competition winning design was selected out of entries from over 50 schools across the UK.

News from Tarkett Marley Floors ( 1 April 2008)

Tarkett floorcoverings fro Ulster Maternity Unit

GBP13m Maternity Unit opens at Ulster Hospital, complete with Tarkett floorcoverings.

News from Tarkett Marley Floors ( 1 April 2008)

Architectural Software for progeCAD IntelliCAD

ICADsales.com is offering a free evaluation download of ProgeARCH, running in combination with the ProgeCAD 2008 Professional CAD software, also available for evaluation download.

News from iCADsales ( 1 April 2008)

Have your say about Scotland national forests

Forestry sector and members of the public to help finalise the first national blueprint on how best to manage Scotland's national forest estate.

News from Forestry Commission ( 1 April 2008)

New Fastener Fair Budapest Show

Offers exceptional access to Europe's booming 'Near East'

News from Fastener Fair Exhibitions ( 1 April 2008)

Bentley RAM Structural System Version 11.3

Bentley's software provides powerful automated and integrated tools that enhance structural engineers' productivity.

News from Bentley Systems ( 1 April 2008)

Overcome barriers to access with 'foot braille'

Brian Newell of the Shackerley (Holdings) Group reports on tactile flooring (Foot Braille) and the way it helps service providers to comply with their DDA obligations.

News from Shackerley (Holdings) ( 1 April 2008)

Shackerley new rainscreen cladding brochure

Shackerley Holdings new 52-page brochure for its extensive Sureclad range of ceramic granite and crystallised glass ventilated rainscreen facades, carrier systems and prefabrication services.

News from Shackerley (Holdings) ( 1 April 2008)

Supaseal enhances Saveheat range with Swisspacer

 User Application Article  Supaseal has opted for Swisspacer V as its warm edge solution due to customer demand

News from Swisspacer ( 1 April 2008)

New Anthracite Grey from Rockdoor

Leading composite door manufacturer Rockdoor has introduced Anthracite Grey to its range.

News from Rockdoor ( 1 April 2008)

Onduline eco credentials

With a high performance and low environmental impact, Onduline is an ideal eco roofing material.

News from Onduline Building Products ( 1 April 2008)

Top speakers and demos confirmed for Floorstyle 08

Floorstyle 08 is attracting a line-up of high profile seminar speakers and demonstrations for its launch show, this summer.

News from The Tile & Stone Show 2008 ( 1 April 2008)

The Tile and Stone Show attracts top speakers

The Tile and Stone Show 08 has attracted a line-up of high profile speakers who will host seminars at this summer's show.

News from The Tile & Stone Show 2008 ( 1 April 2008)

Pegler in pride of Yorkshire at KBB

KBB 2008 was the launch pad for Pegler Yorkshire to demonstrate its Pride range of taps and mixers.

News from Pegler ( 1 April 2008)

Free cooling via Hygromatik HDS humidifier

HygroMatik HDS offers adiabatic cold-water system enables high humidification output with very low energy consumption, as well as providing a free cooling effect.

News from HygroMatik UK ( 1 April 2008)

Echo Arena in Liverpool nears completion

As the Liverpool arena project reaches completion, ductwork specialist, Senior Hargreaves are set to win a contract for ventilation services at another major city centre construction project.

News from Senior Hargreaves ( 1 April 2008)

Potable water certifications for hydrostable Noryl

SABIC Innovative Plastics has proactively and voluntarily obtained potable water certifications for its hydrostable Noryl resins to help manufacturers simplify and speed up the approval process.

News from Sabic Innovative Plastics ( 1 April 2008)

Turner and Townsend help T5 open for business

 User Application Article  Turner and Townsend has played an integral role in delivering BAA's prestigious Terminal 5 on time and on budget and are delighted that today the new terminal is officially open for business.

News from Turner & Townsend ( 1 April 2008)

Abloy Smartair access control for SME

Abloy UK will be showing a host of new products at IFSEC 2008, including Smartair, an off-line access control system, specifically aimed at SMEs.  Brochure Available 

News from Abloy UK ( 1 April 2008)

Outdoor wireless bridge for surveillance

Ethernet Direct launches brand new outdoor wireless bridge FWO-5805-VS for surveillance application.

News from Ethernet Direct ( 1 April 2008)

Ethernet Direct exhibits in SEA Japan

Ethernet Direct is exhibiting in Japanese Maritime Industry, SEA Japan Exhibition.

News from Ethernet Direct ( 1 April 2008)

Ethernet Direct at Light and Building Show

Ethernet Direct is exhibiting in Light + Building Show, presenting a complete range of Industrial Ethernet products in Frankfurt am Main, Germany.

News from Ethernet Direct ( 1 April 2008)

New Promat Durasteel website

Promat UK launch new website for its fit-and-forget fire barrier, Promat Durasteel.

News from Promat UK ( 1 April 2008)

ABB welcomes new motor efficiency standard

ABB is welcoming a new IEC international testing standard for electric low voltage motors that will make it easier for users to save energy by selecting the right high efficiency motors.

News from ABB ( 1 April 2008)

Marley rainwater system helps in restoration

 User Application Article  Marley Plumbing and Drainage has providing a complete rainwater solution for the newly renovated Oxney Grange in Peterborough.

News from Marley Plumbing & Drainage ( 1 April 2008)

Eco Homes Show helps build homes for 21st century

The Eco Homes Show at the NEC. for new green building products and services and how they can be cost-effectively integrated into new building projects.

News from National Homebuilding & Renovating Show ( 1 April 2008)

Kee Safety announces new acquisition

Kee Safety, leading global supplier of handrail, guard rail, roof edge protection and steelwork connections, announce acquisition of Dunn and Cowe, supplier of fall arrest anchor devices.

News from Kee Safety ( 1 April 2008)

Wienerberger: turning competitors green with envy

Wienerberger manufacturing plants have received ISO 14001 accreditation.

News from Wienerberger ( 1 April 2008)

Kingspan Kooltherm K10 soffit board installation

Grand Arcade Shopping Centre, Wigan is one of the latest projects to benefit from the excellent thermal properties of Kingspan Kooltherm K10 Soffit Board.

News from Kingspan Insulation ( 1 April 2008)

Pearpoint launches new mobile service vans

The Pearpoint brand from Radiodetection announce the launch of its new mobile service vans.

News from Radiodetection ( 1 April 2008)

Energy expert aims for eco efficiency in his home

Dr Michael Lamperth is not only a world-renowned developer of energy efficient vehicle technologies, but strives to be eco-friendly in all he does.

News from Honeywell Control Systems ( 1 April 2008)

Costa Tennis courts get new lease of life

 User Application Article  One of the most popular tennis clubs on the Costa del Sol has recently had courts refurbished with a specialist surface system produced by UK-based Sports Coatings .

News from Sports Coatings ( 1 April 2008)

Stroma issues first EPC for non-domestic building

Stroma Accreditation has become the first company to issue an Energy Performance Certificate for a non-domestic building.

News from Stroma ( 1 April 2008)

Screwfix grows its landscaping section

Screwfix has significantly increased its landscaping range with the addition of more than 200 landscaping hand and power tools from leading brand names such as Gardena, Victus, MTD and Honda.

News from Screwfix Direct ( 1 April 2008)

ESAB personal protection products on CD

Personal protection equipment, welding tools and accessories make up an important part of ESAB's product portfolio and the range is now detailed on CD.  Brochure Available 

News from ESAB ( 1 April 2008)

Are you breaking the law in your workspace?

Sound Service (Oxford) website is loaded with free help articles on how to soundproof all types of noise problems from offices to large

News from Sound Service (Oxford) ( 1 April 2008)

Solar-powered compaction designed in SolidWorks

 User Application Article  World's only solar-powered compaction system, the BigBelly Solar trash compactor, was designed in SolidWorks.

News from SolidWorks Corporation ( 1 April 2008)

Acoustic ceilings improve court hearing

 User Application Article  British Gypsum Gyptone acoustic boards have been chosen to provide improved speech clarity and aesthetics at Loughborough's new Magistrates Court.

News from British Gypsum ( 1 April 2008)

Salto secures Sky and Sun Tower project

 User Application Article  The Sky Tower, the tallest building on Abu Dhabi's skyline has chosen to install smart electronic access control products from Salto Systems to handle its security requirements.

News from Salto Systems ( 1 April 2008)

Regupol studwork isolating strips

 User Application Article  Hornport Construction has installed Regupol studwork strips beneath party walls at the Hard Days Night Hotel in Liverpool.

News from CMS Acoustics ( 1 April 2008)

Hewden helps dismantle 'Ace Of Spades' dragline

 User Application Article  Hewden, the UK's largest plant-hirer, is supplying rental equipment for Florida-based PandH Mining Equipment's decommissioning project of the 'Ace of Spades' dragline excavator.

News from Hewden ( 1 April 2008)

Winther Browne success in surrounds market

Since exhibiting at the Hearth and Home show last year Winther Browne has won significant business in an increasingly competitive market.

News from Winther Browne ( 1 April 2008)

Ethernet Direct industrial gigabit converter

Ethernet Direct offers RUG-118 industrial gigabit converter with SFP to revolutionize a new application in the market.

News from Ethernet Direct ( 1 April 2008)

Bruel and Kjaer new 360-degree noise mapping tool

Sound mapping in enclosed spaced, such as car and aircraft interiors, is set to become easier and quicker with Bruel and Kjaer's new Spherical Beamforming system.

News from Bruel and Kjaer UK ( 1 April 2008)

Setting standards for sustainable design

BSI's Setting Standards for Sustainable Design forum (June 10, Design Council, London) will address sustainability specifically in relation to the design of products and services.

News from BSI British Standards (31 March 2008)

HandV09 goes live

At the website, exhibitors and visitors can now find out the key facts and figures on the show, and also check out testimonials from a collection of the 130 plus exhibitors who took part in HandV07.

News from H&V Exhibition (31 March 2008)

York looks to the future of education

 User Application Article  Britspace, pioneers in modular construction, will manufacture and install two new reception buildings at Haxby Road Primary School in York.

News from Britspace Modular Buildings (31 March 2008)

Rainwater harvesting market tops GBP8 million

New report published on the UK Rainwater Harvesting market reveals the industry has experienced triple digit growth in the last 3 years and is set to reach in excess of GBP8 million in 2008.

News from MTW Research (31 March 2008)

New neo panel heaters from Robinson Willey

Stylish range of slimline, energy-efficient electric panel heaters has been unveiled by leading heating manufacturer, Robinson Willey.

News from Robinson Willey (31 March 2008)

Ellis secures Apache clamps deal

Ellis, the plumbing products division of Ellis Patents, has agreed to continue its exclusive rolling contract with BSS for the supply of Apache pipe clamps.

News from Ellis Patents (31 March 2008)

Technology that destroys asbestos

Pectel Group sign license agreement with ARI Technologies to eradicate asbestos fibres through a thermal and chemical process which results in a 60-80% reduction of waste volume.

News from Pectel Group (31 March 2008)

Mardak exhibiting at Belfast Castle

Mardak will be exhibiting at the forthcoming IT Showcase Exhibition.  Brochure Available 

News from Mardak (31 March 2008)

New finance plan launched by Masterwood

Masterwood UK has introduced a finance scheme to make it easier for customers to acquire its panel or joinery CNC machining centres.

News from Masterwood (UK) (31 March 2008)

Rapid drying with the Tempest from Vent-Axia

Vent-Axia, leaders in air management technology, has introduced the Tempest - a new super-fast hand dryer for public washroom applications.

News from Vent-Axia (31 March 2008)

Roof Safety Systems from Kee Safety

Safety Systems range from Kee Safety provides secure protection for workers involved in rooftop construction and maintenance tasks.

News from Kee Safety (31 March 2008)

NHS Trust reaches new heights for safe working

 User Application Article  Kee Safety has provided its market leading KeeGuard roof edge protection system at Calderstones NHS Trust in Ribble Valley, Lancashire.

News from Kee Safety (31 March 2008)

Vent-axia HR100 R/RS heat recovery ventilation

Range of easy to install, self-contained heat recovery units, purpose-designed for single bath/bedroom applications in hotels, nursing or care homes, and other multi-occupancy properties.

News from Vent-Axia (31 March 2008)

Vent-axia Air Minder for No 1 Lower Carbon Drive

 User Application Article  Vent-Axia's Air Minder heat recovery unit selected for No.1 Lower Carbon Drive, a two-bedroom life-size eco-house recently built in Trafalgar Square to showcase energy saving devices.

News from Vent-Axia (31 March 2008)

New CPD seminar on glass fixing systems

New RIBA-approved CPD seminar from SFS intec offers a vital technical insight into reliable fixing systems for architectural / bolted glass assemblies.

News from SFS intec (31 March 2008)

Kawneer systems to complete BDP Atlantic Quay

 User Application Article  Three types of curtain walling from architectural aluminium systems supplier Kawneer, including a unitised system, will be used at Atlantic Quay.  Brochure Available 

News from Kawneer UK (31 March 2008)

The intelligent alternative to steel

ADD-A-STEP composite modular manhole ladder system is an alternative to steel ladders finding favour in gas and electrical, rail infrastructure and general construction applications.

News from Advanced Building Composites (31 March 2008)

Hanson has designs on recycling

With the recent launch of its new re:create range, Hanson Building Products has made recycling easier, more readily available and more appealing for everyone.

News from Hanson (31 March 2008)

Ardex system solution for new John Lewis store

 User Application Article  Ardex UK teamed up with PCS Flooring of Liverpool to deliver a high performance flooring solution for a prestigious new store on behalf of one of the High Street's most revered names, John Lewis.  Brochure Available 

News from Ardex UK (31 March 2008)

Ashtead Technology Rentals at Sustainability Live!

Ashtead Technology Rentals will have its biggest ever stand at this year's Sustainability Live event to ensure that potential customers can experience the vast range of equipment on offer.

News from Ashtead Technology Rentals (31 March 2008)

Gleeds win key role in St Pancras Chambers' revamp

 User Application Article  Gleeds to provide Cost Management and Project Management services for the GBP100m conversion of Grade I listed St Pancras Chambers in London.

News from Gleeds (31 March 2008)

Pickersgill-Kaye hatches new design for police HQ

 User Application Article  Pickersgill-Kaye has won an order to help improve secure accommodation in leading police station's new custody suite including manufacturing the hatches for the facility's cell doors.

News from Pickersgill-Kaye (31 March 2008)

movemanSKG platform lift for library

 User Application Article  Earl Shilton Library in Leicestershire incorporates a movemanSKG platform lift, which allows less able visitors to move safely between levels.

News from movemanSKG (31 March 2008)

Sika offers free floor surveys at Meatex 2008

Sika is supporting its presence at Foodex Meatex 2008 by offering free site surveys to visitors to the show.

News from Sika (31 March 2008)

Flying high with industrial heat recovery

 User Application Article  Unico's high-velocity forced air heating selected as key component of SKF's heat recovery plan.  Brochure Available 

News from Unico Climate Control (31 March 2008)

The Real Life by Brett garden at Chelsea Show

 Technical Background Article  A beautiful retreat inspired by George Bernard Shaw's revolving writing hut will form the focal point for Brett Landscaping and Building Products show garden at this year's Chelsea Flower Show.

News from Brett Landscaping and Building Products (31 March 2008)

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