News releases on Buildingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 4 May
to Saturday 10 May 2008
Hodgson and Hodgson resolves noise problems
User Application Article The Hodgson and Hodgson Group has provided acoustic consultancy to Denne Construction on a new build project in Wandsworth, London.
News from Hodgson and Hodgson Group ( 9 May 2008)
Passivhaus expert to headline at AECB conference
The AECB (the sustainable building association) believes that Passivhaus building design should be central to UK's approach to 'low carbon' homes.
News from AECB Sustainable Building Association ( 9 May 2008)
H Jarvis installs top energy rated windows
The first BFRC 'A' rated windows featuring Pilkington energiKare glass have been installed by Sheerframe fabricator H Jarvis .
News from H Jarvis ( 9 May 2008)
ADI-Gardiner scores A+ for access control
User Application Article ADI-Gardiner supplies ACTpro 3000 system for Redland Green School.
News from ADI-Gardiner ( 9 May 2008)
Listers award annual Elitis Installer prize
Lister Trade Frames have awarded winning installer, D and L Windows of Montgomery, Powys with their annual Elitis prize.
News from Lister Trade Frames ( 9 May 2008)
Mitsubishi Electric new M2M wireless controllers
Mitsubishi Electric launch unique wireless air conditioning controllers that can also monitor other systems within a building.
News from Mitsubishi Electric Living Environmental Systems ( 9 May 2008)
SpeedDeck upgrade Vitesse thermal efficiency
SpeedDeck Building Systems has upgraded its Vitesse Architectural Wall System, giving lower 'U' values and improved Thermal efficiency.
News from SpeedDeck Building Systems ( 9 May 2008)
Building better career prospects
Travis Perkins launch new website dedicated to its management training programme for young people that are looking for a career in the building and construction industry.
News from Travis Perkins ( 9 May 2008)
Neaco launches new structural glass system
Neaco launch their Clearline Structural Glass system offering a superior combination of strength, safety and style.
News from Neaco ( 9 May 2008)
New marketing team for Rockwool
As part of its major GBP70 million UK expansion plan, Rockwool, manufacturer of stone wool insulation solutions, has appointed a new marketing team.
News from Rockwool ( 9 May 2008)
Eurobond on sustainable composite panels
Eurobond launch new RIBA approved CPD session that looks at the environmental performance of composite panel systems.
News from Eurobond Laminates ( 9 May 2008)
Steel windows retain profile of listed city school
User Application Article Aluminium sash windows replaced in order to incorporate new standards of sound and heat loss insulation.
News from Steel Window Service & Supplies ( 9 May 2008)
Urban Regeneration Market UK 2008-2012
New AMA report provides a major review of Urban Regeneration in the UK.
News from AMA Research ( 9 May 2008)
Ethernet Direct best choice in airport deployment
User Application Article Ethernet Direct announce that their Industrial Managed Gigabit switches have been chosen in airport deployment application.
News from Ethernet Direct ( 9 May 2008)
Fireguard downlights from JCC
Fireguard are Helping the environment by using less energy and also meet the new edition of the Building Regulations, Document L.
News from JCC Lighting ( 9 May 2008)
Bespoke Stannah lift for Sportsworld
User Application Article Stannah have installed a special bespoke lift for nationwide sports equipment retailer, Sportsworld, in their Glasgow store. Brochure Available
News from Stannah ( 9 May 2008)
Major players sign up for Civils 2008
Major names representing all aspects of the UK's civil engineering industry have already booked stands at Civils 2008 at Earls Court, London
News from Civils ( 9 May 2008)
ISG Jackson social housing contracts
User Application Article ISG Jackson has secured its second project with the Flagship Housing Group this year, with a GBP5 million design and build project.
News from ISG Jackson ( 9 May 2008)
Kalzip launch new website
Kalzip has launched an upgraded, fully integrated single website to meet the latest requirements of its international customer base. Brochure Available
News from Kalzip ( 9 May 2008)
Active chilled beam cooling reduces energy by 20%
User Application Article An active chilled beam cooling system has played a key role in delivering an expected 20% reduction in cooling and ventilation energy consumption. Brochure Available
News from Flomerics ( 9 May 2008)
LABC Training unique approach for industry
LABC Training is the groundbreaking industry training initiative with the mission to develop knowledge and skills on both the inspection and client sides of the business.
News from LABC ( 9 May 2008)
Kingspan Insulated Panels award winning Holywell
Kingspan Insulated Panels, Holywell is celebrating winning one of the prestigious RoSPA Occupational Health and Safety Awards in 2008.
News from Kingspan Insulated Panels ( 9 May 2008)
Cassius surpasses slate at Scottish development
User Application Article Cassius, the new natural clay tile from Sandtoft, has emerged as a quick, easy and cost effective method of creating slate appearance roofs according to a prestigious Scottish housebuilder.
News from Sandtoft Roof Tiles ( 9 May 2008)
Monodraught helps transform Poole Audi showroom
User Application Article Environment inside an Audi Centre and the aesthetics outside, have both been transformed following the installation of Monodraught natural ventilation and specially designed Windcatcher units. Brochure Available
News from Monodraught ( 9 May 2008)
Latest product legislation and testing standards
Technical Background Article Spotlight is SATRA's technical publication for the consumer products industries is the place to look for latest product legislation and testing standards.
News from SATRA Technology Centre ( 9 May 2008)
Aardvark Concrete first acquisition
Aardvark Concrete strengthens its position as the North West's leading concrete specialist with the acquisition of a rival supplier.
News from Aardvark Concrete ( 9 May 2008)
ABM in Europe-wide re-branding
The ABM construction and civil engineering group is re-branding its European operations.
News from ABM Design and Build ( 9 May 2008)
Improved roof aesthetics and performance
Limiting potential harmful condensation and spread of fire in the roof is achieved alongside improved aesthetics with the Universal Interlocking Plain Tile Ventilator from Glidevale .
News from Glidevale ( 9 May 2008)
Access company bucks current trading trend
Record sales figures in the first quarter have contributed to T.B.Davies (Cardiff) recording 17% growth.
News from TB Davies (Cardiff) ( 9 May 2008)
Search for The Apprentice of the Year 2008
Survey puts job-related training on top, as FMB launches search for The Apprentice of the Year 2008.
News from Federation of Master Builders (FMB) ( 9 May 2008)
Pectel donates GBP10,000 for Mesothelioma Day
The Pectel Group, one of the largest hazardous waste removal companies in the UK has donated GBP10,000 to the Specialist Kent and Medway Cancer Network Mesothelioma team.
News from Pectel Group ( 8 May 2008)
Thermoseal Group 'Real' Buzz at Glassex 2008
Thermoseal Group urged all window companies visiting the Glassex 2008 exhibition to 'Get Real' and find out the true facts behind the construction of sustainable sealed units.
News from Thermoseal Group ( 8 May 2008)
Property developers and DIYers ask the experts
Hot topics at this year's Homebuilding and Renovating Show were legislation and 'how to' questions and answers about practical joinery applications.
News from British Woodworking Federation ( 8 May 2008)
Sports floor refurbed in half-term
User Application Article Sports-Cote Floor Seal Diamond material manufactured by Sports Coatings specified for refurbishment of sports hall of a school.
News from Sports Coatings ( 8 May 2008)
Acquisition of Swift Surveying Services
Leica Geosystems announce that Opti-cal Survey Equipment has acquired Swift Surveying Services .
News from Leica Geosystems ( 8 May 2008)
Arup unveils new green design strategy
Technical Background Article Arup ambitious design strategy aims to encourage greater development of truly sustainable buildings at Think 08.
News from Think ( 8 May 2008)
Roof safety goes to school
User Application Article French contractor Bouygues uses well-proven Crossgrip on flat roof of new PFI funded sports extension at Jack Hunt School in Peterborough.
News from Plastic Extruders ( 8 May 2008)
Washroom Washroom checks in at luxury hotel
User Application Article Exclusive Shendish Manor has been extended to include 52 new en-suite bathrooms that have been designed, manufactured and installed by leading specialists Washroom Washroom.
News from Washroom Washroom ( 8 May 2008)
Lockers from Washroom pass the fitness test
User Application Article Washroom Washroom puts in another winning performance at a popular community sports centre in Essex.
News from Washroom Washroom ( 8 May 2008)
Deutz oils for top engine performance
To achieve maximum performance in its engines only genuine Deutz oils and lubricants should be used.
News from Deutz UK ( 8 May 2008)
EC Harris wins major public sector award
EC Harris' Public Sector Solutions team has won Best Technical Advisor at the prestigious Public Private Finance Awards 2008.
News from EC Harris ( 8 May 2008)
Turning sustainable designs into reality
User Application Article Ground granulated blast furnace slag, a cement replacement used in ready-mixed and precast concrete, has helped enhance the sustainable credentials of a redeveloped Victorian building.
News from Civil and Marine ( 8 May 2008)
Bradfords acquires Totem Timber
Bradford and Sons has acquired the issued share capital of Totem Timber (St Austell) Holdings.
News from Bradfords Building Supplies ( 8 May 2008)
Building Design to Eurocode 2
The Concrete Centre is to hold a one-day course entitled Building Design to Eurocode 2: Theory and Worked Examples.
News from Concrete Centre ( 8 May 2008)
Growth in PVC-U vertical sliders
Technical Background Article The PVC-U Vertical Slider Industry UK and Ireland 2006-2009 Market and Forecasts report highlights the development and growth of the PVC-U vertical slider.
News from Michael Rigby Associates ( 8 May 2008)
PVC-U window replacement market
Technical Background Article Forecast Report shows second-time PVC-U window replacement is still a market in waiting - but the waiting is nearly over.
News from Michael Rigby Associates ( 8 May 2008)
Eurothane Silver rigid foam insulation board
Eurothane Silver high-performance, rigid foam insulation board for use in warm flat roofs, delivers industry leading levels of flatness and strength, thanks to Recticel.
News from Recticel Insulation Products ( 8 May 2008)
Northern Ireland solar first for Solarcentury
User Application Article Solarcentury has completed the first installation of the company's C21e solar photovoltaic roof tiles in the education sector in Northern Ireland.
News from Solarcentury ( 8 May 2008)
11,000 real life vibration and noise assessments
Fivesquared complete over 11,000 real life vibration and noise assessments on tools, plant and equipment used across a broad range of industry sectors.
News from Fivesquared ( 8 May 2008)
Toolminder launch at Makita Stand SED 2008
Managing your tool and equipment asset register in an effective and easy to use software package that is safety and maintenance based.
News from Fivesquared ( 8 May 2008)
Choose and Use: timber tips for builders
Technical Background Article Latest information on using wood, free at local builders' merchants.
News from wood for good ( 8 May 2008)
Quality heating systems with Honeywell controls
User Application Article Salford City Council has appointed Honeywell as sole controls manufacturer partner for its Salford Heating Installer Partnership.
News from Honeywell Control Systems ( 8 May 2008)
Icopal for award-winning Urban Splash
User Application Article Three types of building membrane from Icopal are being used on an Urban Splash development renowned for turning the traditional terrace upside down.
News from Sika-Trocal ( 7 May 2008)
Multibuild at new waterside development
User Application Article Multibuild has completed the construction and interior fit-out of a new waterside development at Barton Turns Marina, Burton-upon-Trent in a contract worth over GBP5.3 million.
News from Multibuild ( 7 May 2008)
Energy-efficient homes designed with SolidWorks
User Application Article Greentec Systems is using SolidWorks 3D CAD software to integrate third-party eco-friendly technologies that let homeowners heat and cool their homes for as little as GBP100 a year.
News from SolidWorks Corporation ( 7 May 2008)
Horstmann Electronic 7 immersion control upgrade
Horstmann Controls has upgraded its widely used Electronic 7 immersion heater control to give it more contemporary look with a larger back lit display and incorporating updated electronics.
News from Horstmann Controls ( 7 May 2008)
Build your way up the property ladder
Technical Background Article National Self Build and Renovation Centre in Swindon is hosting dedicated event for new and inexperienced developers.
News from BuildStore ( 7 May 2008)
CAB and 'Power of Aluminium Awards'
Council for Aluminium in Building first headline sponsors of Building and Construction category for inaugural 'Power of Aluminium Awards'.
News from Council for Aluminium in Building (CAB) ( 7 May 2008)
CIOB-UK increase costs for Australian Universities
Accreditation process now more expensive due to a decision of UK Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB-UK).
News from Australian Institute of Building ( 7 May 2008)
Precision weighing systems from Chronos Richardson
Latest generation of the Chronos Richardson E-series nett weighers meets the highest demands for accuracy and performance across a range of bagging applications and industries.
News from Chronos Richardson ( 7 May 2008)
Kalzip off-site roofs for new college buildings
User Application Article Corus Kalzip win contract to supply Hi-Point - Corus' innovative Off-Site roofing system - for campus buildings at Mid-Kent College in Medway, Gillingham. Brochure Available
News from Kalzip ( 7 May 2008)
Boris win could trigger Crossrail spat
Technical Background Article New London Mayor wants independent scrutiny of the Crossrail project, says Chelgate.
News from Chelgate ( 7 May 2008)
Thermal performance of multi-foils
Technical Background Article Builders and contractors using multi-foil roof insulation remain at risk of failing to meet Building Control energy efficiency requirements and being denied an Energy Label says Eurisol
News from Eurisol UK ( 7 May 2008)
CIRIA to showcase sustainable drainage in action
CIRIA (with sponsorship from English Partnerships) has organised a workshop to highlight the benefits yielded from taking a strategic view to reducing flood risk. Brochure Available
News from CIRIA ( 7 May 2008)
Eurocell customer celebrates 10 year partnership
GJ Cox PVC Installations mark its 10 year anniversary as a Eurocell customer by opening a trade counter business called AandG Trade Plastics that sells the entire EBP product range. Brochure Available
News from Eurocell Profiles ( 7 May 2008)
National Profiles exclusive contract with Spectus
National Profiles marked the launch of an exclusive contract with Spectus Window Systems to the Irish market with a launch seminar at Maryborough Hotel in Cork.
News from Spectus Window Systems ( 7 May 2008)
Housebuilding output drops but opportunities rise
Need for an up-to-date housebuilders database has never been greater says Windowbase. Brochure Available
News from Windowbase ( 7 May 2008)
Marks and Spencer use Dulux Trade Ecosure
User Application Article Dulux Trade is first major paint manufacturer to have taken significant steps towards creating a credible environmentally sustainable paint product for the professional market.
News from Dulux Trade ( 7 May 2008)
Mental Health Trust tunes in to power of colour
User Application Article Colour consultancy from Dulux Trade is creating a better environment for patients of the Bedfordshire and Luton Mental Health and Social Care Partnership NHS Trust.
News from Dulux Trade ( 7 May 2008)
Centre calls on expertise of Dulux Trade
User Application Article Dulux Trade colour consultancy service has ensured colour scheme for the Dementia Services Development Centre, University of Stirling, meets DDA requirements.
News from Dulux Trade ( 7 May 2008)
Lakes Bathrooms launch AllClear
Shower enclosure specialist Lakes Bathrooms launch AllClear; an invisible protective coating that repels water, dirt, soap scum and limescale on bathroom surfaces.
News from Lakes Bathrooms ( 7 May 2008)
Safetyworks Easyguard solution for University
User Application Article Safetyworks and Solutions provide Brunel University with comprehensive system solution that enables safe access to the University's roof for maintenance purposes.
News from Safetyworks and Solutions ( 7 May 2008)
Air sealing grommets save cooling costs
Technical Background Article New Cool Boot air sealing grommet from Panduit helps to save up to euro21,000 in the data centre according to a new white paper released by Panduit.
News from Panduit ( 7 May 2008)
KandB distributor market debt surges
Technical Background Article New MTW Research report on the Kitchen and Bathroom Distributors market has found that the industry is set to experience tougher trading conditions in 2008/9.
News from MTW Research ( 7 May 2008)
Hewden boosts fleet with new loaders
Hewden, UK's number one plant rental provider, has purchased 42 new JCB 2CX airmasters in a deal worth GBP1 million pounds.
News from Hewden ( 7 May 2008)
Stent innovative carbon calculator
Piling and ground engineering specialist Stent launch environmental initiative called 'Green Siesta' that calculates carbon emissions from prospective piling projects.
News from Balfour Beatty ( 7 May 2008)
Jewson expert centre stage at green expo
Jewson leading industry expert on waste management, Steve Millward, is speaking at Think 08.
News from Jewson ( 7 May 2008)
New floorcoverings at Rhondda Sports Centre
User Application Article Specialist flooring contractors, Peter Evans Flooring has installed a range of new floorcoverings at the Rhondda Sports Centre.
News from Peter Evans Flooring ( 7 May 2008)
Winners of the 2008 Loo of the Year Awards
User Application Article Awards include installation of Total Hygiene's Clos-O-Mat automatic bidet toilet unit and changing facilities in the Orient restaurant and entertainment section of the Trafford Centre in Manchester.
News from Clos-o-Mat ( 7 May 2008)
Solar and photovoltaic products at Intersolar
Kommerling Chemische Fabrik to exhibit latest solar and photovoltaic products at Intersolar, Munich.
News from Kommerling UK ( 7 May 2008)
Worcester Parsons quality British brass hinges
Worcester Parsons hinges are manufactured in brass and aluminium for both traditional and modern applications.
News from Basta Parsons ( 7 May 2008)
New geotechnical software LimitState:GEO
LimitState:GEO allows geotechnical engineers to analyse both standard and complex stability problems more efficiently than before, saving time and significantly reducing operating costs.
News from LimitState ( 7 May 2008)
More Milbury patented Rocket Wall units
User Application Article Milbury Systems secure second contract with Sir Robert McAlpine to install its Rocket Wall units and horizontal panels at a new dockside grain storage building in Avonmouth.
News from Milbury Systems ( 7 May 2008)
Merchant sales in Q1 reflect market downturn
Technical Background Article Latest figures from Builders Merchants Federation reveal Sales of building materials at builders' merchants across the country were down by 3.1% during the first three months of 2008.
News from Builders Merchants Federation [BMF] ( 7 May 2008)
Energy savings made simple for lighting
Lubio lighting control systems from Merlin Gerin, a Brand of Schneider Electric offer savings of between 20 and 40% in Electricity costs associated with general lighting.
News from Schneider Electric ( 7 May 2008)
BWF Timber Training Programme
The British Woodworking Federation takes its Timber Training Programme to Melton Mowbray
News from British Woodworking Federation ( 7 May 2008)
Planet products in Cromwell tools catalogue
Work at height specialist Planet Platforms now has two of its products featured in the Cromwell Tools catalogue.
News from Planet Platforms ( 7 May 2008)
Stewart Milne Timber Systems choose Sash UK
Sash supplying PVCu doors and windows to all Stewart Milne new build starts.
News from Sash UK ( 7 May 2008)
Steadmans complete building envelope for sawmill
User Application Article Steadmans manufactured and supplied all the building envelope materials for Howie Forest Product's impressive new GBP15M Kenmuir Sawmill in south west Scotland.
News from A Steadman & Son ( 7 May 2008)
Expamet's HY-Rib success in Middle East
User Application Article Expamet Building Products announce its latest contract to supply Hy-Rib to Saudi Arabian Distributors, AA Turki Corporation.
News from Expamet Building Products ( 7 May 2008)
Isomass acoustic flooring - as seen on TV
User Application Article Property Ladder program on Channel 4 used Isomass' acoustic cradle system for new concrete floors and the Isocheck 24T acoustic overlay board for upgrading existing timber floors.
News from isomass ( 7 May 2008)
Knauf Aquapanel lasting solution for tile backing
Aquapanel from Knauf Drywall is the UK's leading tile backer board, and it's built to last. Brochure Available
News from Knauf Drywall ( 7 May 2008)
VEKA fabricator moves forward
User Application Article KJN Windows and Conservatories rate VEKA profiles as being the best on the market.
News from VEKA ( 7 May 2008)
Kalzip launches education brochure
"Creating the learning environments of the future" is the a new education brochure from Kalzip Brochure Available
News from Kalzip ( 7 May 2008)
Clayton Glass new 'energy efficient' factory
User Application Article Edgetech Super Spacer customer, Clayton Glass, invest over GBP0.5M in kitting out a brand new factory to stay ahead of increasing demand for its high performance sealed units.
News from Edgetech ( 7 May 2008)
Wireless performance from Apollo in Czech Republic
User Application Article Theater Marianske Lazne in the Czech Republic is the first European building to be equipped with Apollo's new range of XPander wireless fire detectors.
News from Apollo Fire Detectors ( 7 May 2008)
NHBC new initiative for house building industry
Technical Background Article NHBC join forces with John Callcutt to launch new initiative aimed at helping the house building industry improve customer services.
News from NHBC ( 7 May 2008)
Highseal achieves C-rating with Spectus
User Application Article Highseal Windows has achieved a BFRC C-rating on its Spectus Elite 70 bevelled and ovolo casements.
News from Spectus Window Systems ( 7 May 2008)
JC Wilkins cuts acoustic decking down to size
New product launch offers an effective and environmentally-friendly way to provide maximum acoustic insulation for timber-framed buildings from a slimline, space-saving board.
News from JC Wilkins ( 7 May 2008)
Door-Stop new sample case for composite door range
Door-Stop sample case show all the key benefits for its composite door range.
News from Door-Stop International ( 7 May 2008)
One of first UK complete composite facades
User Application Article AM Profiles has recently supplied composite windows and curtain wall for one of the first installations in the UK of a complete composite facade.
News from A M Profiles ( 5 May 2008)
Project collaboration solution for construction
TeamBinder - web based project collaboration solution for construction and engineering from QA Software
News from QA Software ( 5 May 2008)
Power tools with advanced ergonomics from Metabo
Metabo release its 2008/2009 general catalogue outlining the company's full line of cordless and corded power tools, accessories and abrasives.
News from Metabo ( 5 May 2008)
Westgate Joinery and Accoya at Grand Designs Live
Westgate Joinery is manufacturing components for a new house to be built by presenter Kevin McCloud at the Grand Designs Live Show at ExCel, London.
News from Specialist Joinery (South) ( 5 May 2008)
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