News releases on Buildingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 11 May
to Saturday 17 May 2008
Triple Point South Africa goes online with Aconex
User Application Article Aconex has been selected by Novate Property Investments to provide its online information management service to the company's US$17 million Triple Point Phase 1 project in East London, South Africa.
News from Aconex (16 May 2008)
Atlas Ward furnish new IKEA store in Ireland
User Application Article Atlas Ward has recently been awarded the contract to build a new store for Swedish furniture giant IKEA, on behalf of the RG Group.
News from Atlas Ward Structures (16 May 2008)
School heating controls on LonWorks network
User Application Article Southroyd Primary School in Pudsey, West Yorkshire new heating control and automation system keeps staff and pupils comfortable while using as little energy as possible.
News from LonMark UK (16 May 2008)
JER Envirotech and Guardian Building Products
User Application Article JER Envirotech International announces multiple commercial orders from Guardian Building Products for JERtech thermoplastic biocomposite compound.
News from JER Envirotech (16 May 2008)
BE Careers Network and The CAD Academy Team
User Application Article Bentley's BE Careers Network and The CAD Academy have teamed to provide students easy, affordable access to Bentley PowerCivil, comprehensive 2D/3D drafting and design software.
News from Bentley Systems (16 May 2008)
Bentley AutoPIPE gets European EN 13480 Approval
Approval allows users who design European pressure equipment directive certified projects to benefit from latest Bentley AutoPIPE Enhancements.
News from Bentley Systems (16 May 2008)
TTA award for Schluter website
Schluter-Systems 's revamped website was named The Tile Association's 'Best Website' at the industry's annual awards ceremony. Brochure Available
News from Schluter-Systems (16 May 2008)
Marshalls new Saxon Kerb for top landscape finish
Saxon Kerb uses Yorkstone aggregates to provide a durable surface with slip resistance characteristics similar to that of natural stone.
News from Marshalls plc (16 May 2008)
Kommerling online systems are go
An impressive new website has been launched in the UK by PVCu systems supplier, Kommerling.
News from Kommerling UK (16 May 2008)
Lakesmere starts awards season with a double win
Lakesmere are a big winner at the Specialist Awards 2008, the prestigious event organised by leading trade magazine Construction News to reward the unsung heroes of the construction industry.
News from Lakesmere (16 May 2008)
Civils 2008 goes underground
Civils, the UK's largest exhibition and conference for the civil engineering industry, and the British Tunnelling Society announce the creation of a new Underground Space Zone at Civils 2008.
News from Civils (16 May 2008)
Accelerating the building design process
Revit Architecture and Autodesk 3ds Max Design software accelerate the building design process. Brochure Available
News from Autodesk (16 May 2008)
Radiodetection launch pipe and cable locators
Radiodetection announce the launch of the RD7000 and RD8000 range of pipe and cable locators.
News from Radiodetection (16 May 2008)
Stanley supports building project in Tanzania
Top UK tool brand, Stanley is now 'top of the class' in Tanzania, after supporting a team of volunteers working on an ambitious building project
News from Stanley Tools (16 May 2008)
Sat-navs for trucks
Technical Background Article Attempts to solve the problems caused by lorries being directed onto inappropriate roads by satellite navigation equipment could fall down if industry tries to over-complicate the solution.
News from Freight Transport Association (16 May 2008)
Aquaflow permeable paving at new business park
User Application Article Hanson Formpave has recently installed its Aquaflow permeable paving at the new Hayfield Business Park based at Robin Hood Airport in Finningley, Doncaster.
News from Hanson Formpave (16 May 2008)
First class frames stamps its mark on quality
Following several years of continued growth, First Class Frames has extended its supply agreement with Eurocell. Brochure Available
News from Eurocell Profiles (16 May 2008)
Redland launches new red book
Includes a revised and updated Guide to Roofing Systems, new DesignMaster 5 CD-ROM, popular roof specification tool and guides for the Redland Metal Roofing System and renewable energy range.
News from Redland (16 May 2008)
Klober dry-fix improvements
Klober's Roll-Fix Dry-Fix Hip kits now include support trays as standard, each 5 metre pack being supplied with 11 support tray sections and newly developed universal ridge seals.
News from Klober (16 May 2008)
Over 100,000 visitors to Grand Designs Live
Over 102,000 visitors flocked to Grand Designs Live London, the multi-award winning consumer exhibition for homes, gardens, design and innovation.
News from Grand Designs Live (16 May 2008)
Wrightstyle on CBI report on sickness absence
Technical Background Article Wrightstyle looks at a CBI report just published that lifts the lid on sickness absence, and offers some transparent medicine.
News from Wright Style (16 May 2008)
Ardex new Microtec Tile Adhesives range
Ardex UK will be at the Tile and Stone Show and will showcase and demonstrate their recently launched Microtec Tile Adhesives range. Brochure Available
News from Ardex UK (16 May 2008)
Gleeds win contracts with new 'Expert' Rail Forum
Gleeds, the International Management and Construction Consultancy, has formed a new forum of experts who specialise in the cost and project management services for the Rail Industry.
News from Gleeds (16 May 2008)
Mighton Ecotilt is UK first 'A' rated timber sash
Mighton's Ecotilt has become the UK's first timber sliding sash window to achieve a BFRC 'A' energy rating for energy efficiency.
News from Mighton Products (16 May 2008)
New wholehouse ventilation systems from Vent-axia
Leader in low carbon ventilation, Vent-Axia, has added two new wholehouse ventilation systems to its residential range.
News from Vent-Axia (16 May 2008)
Vent-Axia wins prestigious industry award
Vent-Axia wins Marketing Initiative of the Year category at this year's prestigious HandV News Awards.
News from Vent-Axia (16 May 2008)
Kee Safety gets Constructionline Accreditation
Kee Safety, a leading global supplier of handrail, guard rail, roof edge protection and steelwork connections, announce it has successfully gained Constructionline accreditation.
News from Kee Safety (16 May 2008)
Kee Safety Lite solution for water treatment
Kee Safety has developed its Kee Lite range of aluminium tube fittings to provide contractors with a secure, lightweight and corrosion-resistant handrailing solution for water industry applications.
News from Kee Safety (16 May 2008)
Adris showcases latest in design software
Adris Computing Concepts, one of Autodesk's leading resellers in the UK, held a successful two day event to showcase the new features of Autodesk's range of 2009 products.
News from Adris Computing Concepts (15 May 2008)
Sentinel Performance Solutions launches Rapid-Dose
Leading European water treatment specialist Sentinel has launched Sentinel Rapid-Dose a revolutionary approach to domestic water treatment
News from Sentinel Performance Solutions (15 May 2008)
Hepworth is e-Xact best heavyside supplier
Hepworth Building Products has been announced as the Best Heavyside Supplier in the 2007/08 E-xact Awards. Brochure Available
News from Hepworth Building Products (15 May 2008)
New design software for playgrounds
Playworld Systems Europe has just launched a new playground design software package which will be a useful tool to Pathfinder and Playbuilder local authorities.
News from Playworld Systems (Europe) (15 May 2008)
Young Structural Engineer of the Year 2008
Mike Sefton, of engineering consultants Buro Happold, has been awarded the Young Structural Engineer of the Year Award for 2008.
News from Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE) (15 May 2008)
Fagerhult and Ex-Or proves the ideal combination
User Application Article Major lighting refurbishment for Royal and SunAlliance incorporated sophisticated lighting management from Ex-Or.
News from Ex-Or (15 May 2008)
More Balfour Beatty Work on Santiago Metro
User Application Article Balfour Beatty Chile SA (BB Chile awarded the contracts to construct the track for two extensions to two lines on the Santiago Metro in Chile.
News from Balfour Beatty (15 May 2008)
Interspan moves with the times in Dublin
User Application Article Tremco illbruck's Interspan mechanical movement joints were selected to take account of complex loading conditions at impressive new shopping complex in Dublin.
News from Tremco illbruck (15 May 2008)
Marley Eternit cladding helps Stadthaus grow tall
User Application Article Three types of lightweight fibre cement cladding panels from Marley Eternit are being used on a London apartment block that will be tallest residential building of its type in the world. Brochure Available
News from Marley Eternit (14 May 2008)
Cintec new terra cotta solutions brochure
Cintec America announces the availability of a brochure detailing the company's specialized fixings for terra cotta repairs and re-attachment.
News from Cintec America (14 May 2008)
Nationwide cables guide from Newey and Eyre
Newey and Eyre unrivalled cable distribution service, Nationwide Cables, now supported by a new customer guide.
News from Newey and Eyre (14 May 2008)
Butters AMT launch MIG Synergic Auto range at SED
Welding and cutting specialist Butters AMT range of MIG Synergic Auto machines launches with 'Auto' versions of its popular single-phase AMT 271 and three-phase AMT 360 machines.
News from Butters AMT (14 May 2008)
Increased grants for Dimplex heat pumps
Dimplex welcome news that grants of up to 50% are now available to the public sector for the installation of microgeneration technologies under the Low Carbon Buildings Programme Phase 2. Brochure Available
News from Dimplex UK (14 May 2008)
CEMEX UK launch two new products
Building materials provider CEMEX UK has added two new packed products to its cement range.
News from CEMEX (14 May 2008)
Neaco plays part in award winning theatre show
User Application Article Neaco contributed to a multi-award-winning project when Corporate Architecture specified their Spectrum balustrade at Kilworth House Open Air Theatre.
News from Neaco (14 May 2008)
Recycled PVC cuts environmental impact
Technical Background Article new calculations by plastic recycler, Axion Recycling shows that manufacturing new building products from recycled PVC-U has about 6% of the global warming impact of using virgin polymer.
News from Axion Recycling (14 May 2008)
Construction Law in Court
Next event in Axiom Advocates' Third Thursday Series is a seminar on Construction law, chaired by Heriot Currie QC.
News from Axiom (14 May 2008)
Kinder High Efficiency gas fires
Fires Galore now stocking Kinder High Efficiency gas fires.
News from Fires Galore (14 May 2008)
Sustainable blockwork solutions from Masterblock
Masterblock raises the bar in construction with its commitment to guarantee that all its Masterlite lightweight aggregate blocks have a minimum recycled material content of 20 percent.
News from Masterblock (14 May 2008)
Bradstone launch 'Solutions for Housebuilders'
Housebuilders, designers and specifiers looking to create that all important 'wow' factor for their developments can now take advantage of a brand new brochure from Bradstone.
News from Bradstone (14 May 2008)
Hallmark aluminium decorative residential doors
Hallmark believes it has resolved the issue of panel failure in PVC residential doors with the development of a new range of Aluminium Panels that also offer superb aesthetics and durability.
News from Hallmark Panels (14 May 2008)
Renoxtra Sedbuk Band A combination boiler
RenoXtra high efficiency combination condensing boiler from Johnson and Starley features a new gas saver module built into the cabinet of the boiler and provides additional system efficiency. Brochure Available
News from Johnson and Starley (14 May 2008)
Access control product for SMEs
IFSEC 2008 sees leading security and access control company, Abloy UK showcasing a host of its new products - including an access control product specifically aimed at SMEs. Brochure Available
News from Abloy UK (14 May 2008)
Lakesmere gets Building Confidence Accreditation
Building envelope specialists Lakesmere has gained full accreditation to the Building Confidence Standard.
News from Lakesmere (14 May 2008)
If the market wants it then do it says Videx
Technical Background Article Videx Security's Managing Director John Rickard argues that door entry system manufacturers now, more than ever before, face a fight to retain market share. Brochure Available
News from Videx Security (14 May 2008)
Redland Rapid Range has gone Universal
Redland's new Rapid Vented Ridge Universal System makes light work of traditional roofing.
News from Redland (14 May 2008)
Altex UK chooses Spectus patio door
User Application Article Altex UK, based in Essex, recently decided to start fabricating the Spectus patio door system after buying in an alternative system for 20 years.
News from Spectus Window Systems (14 May 2008)
Purchase using the Ethernet Direct shopping cart
Ethernet Direct now has a hassle free method of offering Industrial Ethernet equipment purchase by means of the Ethernet Direct global shopping cart.
News from Ethernet Direct (14 May 2008)
Ethernet Direct industrial POE switch series
Technical Background Article Ethernet Direct Corporation offers a reliable Ethernet solution for modern day mining using Industrial Power over Ethernet switches complying with IEEE 802.3af standard.
News from Ethernet Direct (14 May 2008)
British Ceramic Tile has designs set on the US
User Application Article British Ceramic Tile has broadened its horizons to the US, making its first ever American export.
News from British Ceramic Tile (BCT) (14 May 2008)
Ecophon design team masters conical ceiling
User Application Article Ecophon designed and supplied a ceiling to improve a school halls acoustics, using their Focus range of ceiling tiles which are available in seven sizes up to 2400mm long. Brochure Available
News from Ecophon (14 May 2008)
Brett goes for gold at Chelsea Flower Show 2008
User Application Article Brett Landscaping and Building Products makes final preparations as it gets ready to unveil its stunning show garden at the Chelsea Flower Show 2008.
News from Brett Landscaping and Building Products (14 May 2008)
RES adds solar thermal to business
Renewable Energy Systems Limited (RES) announced partnership with Future Heating, one of the UK's market leaders in solar thermal design and installation.
News from Renewable Energy Systems (RES) (14 May 2008)
Compact PICA-100F tacho and frequency meter
New PICA100-F tacho meter and frequency meter is now available from sensing and instrumentation specialists Vydas International Marketing. Brochure Available
News from Vydas International Marketing (14 May 2008)
Kingspan puts safety first by acquiring Saferidge
Kingspan aims to lead the way in the provision of complete building envelope solutions for the construction industry.
News from Kingspan Insulated Panels (14 May 2008)
Hard Standing for container terminal expansion
User Application Article Sika, working in close partnership with Hanson Premix, Southampton plant, have been supplying high grade, steel fibre reinforced concrete, for use at Southampton Docks.
News from Sika (14 May 2008)
Par Louvre celebrates 40 years in business
From Par's creation in 1968 as a specialist acoustics company, Par Louvres was created in 2000 to provide standard and bespoke designs and products for the performance louvre and Brise Soleil markets.
News from Par Louvres (14 May 2008)
Balfour Beatty Infrastructure Services success
User Application Article Balfour Beatty Infrastructure Services is one of six successful bidders in one of Hampshire County Council's framework contracts for highways improvement works.
News from Balfour Beatty (14 May 2008)
Bison technical support team strengthened
Two new appointments has signaled further growth of the technical support team at Bison Concrete Products.
News from Bison Concrete Products (14 May 2008)
Photoelectric sensor for doors
Carlo Gavazzi introduce new through-beam sensor designed to provide industrial levels of performance with the style and competitive pricing of devices for consumer markets.
News from Carlo Gavazzi (14 May 2008)
Worlds most advanced Security Control Centre
Dallmeier launch the VMC-1 'Eagle', a Security Control Centre consisting of a keyboard, joystick, jog-shuttle and monitor.
News from Dallmeier electronic GmbH & Co.KG (14 May 2008)
Kingspan Off-Site spreads the MMC message
Kingspan Off-Site has teamed up with TRADA Technology in a series of seminars to raise awareness of the benefits of Modern Methods of Construction within the construction industry.
News from Kingspan Off-Site (14 May 2008)
DM Hall acquires Cupars Johnston Surveys
DM Hall LLP chartered surveyors acquires Cupar business Johnston Surveys, the firm run by highly-experienced land surveying specialist Mr David Martin.
News from DM Hall (14 May 2008)
Sika watertight concrete keeps development dry
User Application Article Sika watertight concrete meant that dryness assured for underground car park at eco-friendly River Crescent development
News from Sika (14 May 2008)
General Building Plastics choose Freefoam
General Building Plastics has recently decided to go with Freefoam as its new supplier of many roofline products.
News from Freefoam Plastics (14 May 2008)
Meeting the challenge at hospitals and healthcare
User Application Article Contractors and MandE consultants in healthcare refurbishment sector are choosing to use flex 7 lighting connection and control products from Flex Connectors. Brochure Available
News from Flex Connectors (14 May 2008)
Market leading busbar range expands
Electrical contractors and building engineers should think Canalis busbar from Schneider Electric when considering cabling.
News from Schneider Electric (14 May 2008)
Leathermarket roof space introduces natural light
User Application Article Conservation rooflights have been installed as part of the renovation of the Leathermarket Business Centre, built originally in 1833.
News from Tuscan Foundry Products (14 May 2008)
ARK strengthens its 'eco guardian' status
ARK Design and Architecture boosts the 'green' agenda with latest accreditation of yet another employee achieving Code Assessor status.
News from ARK Design and Architecture (14 May 2008)
Financial backing for MBO secures Everwhite
Management buyout of Everwhite Plastics to form Everwhite has ensured it remains one of Britain's biggest independent manufacturers of PVC-UE cellular foam building products.
News from Everwhite (14 May 2008)
Office relocation checklist keeps moves on track
A detailed office relocation checklist - designed to help companies moving to new premises - has been produced by office transformation specialist Morgan Lovell.
News from Morgan Lovell (14 May 2008)
Sustainability expert at The Facilities Show
Sustainability Manager at office transformation specialists Morgan Lovell, will be speaking at the first Sustainable FM Academy, taking place at this year's Facilities Show.
News from Morgan Lovell (14 May 2008)
Inbuilt welcomes steps towards zero carbon
Technical Background Article New definition of 'zero carbon' is designed to help UK housebuilders deliver genuinely zero carbon new homes by 2016.
News from Inbuilt (14 May 2008)
Housebuilder appoints Underwood Carpenter
User Application Article Homes By Frontier has appointed Underwood Carpenter as Project Managers and Cost Consultants on their new residential development in Walton Manor, Milton Keynes.
News from Underwood Carpenter (14 May 2008)
UK construction first for Northamptonshire homes
User Application Article Roof Space Systems will change the way homes are built with the installation of a first-in-the-UK roofing process at a site in Crick, Northamptonshire.
News from Copal Group (14 May 2008)
Tap into customer demand with Pegler Yorkshire
Pegler Yorkshire have the taps, showers and mixers to suit, no matter what the situation.
News from Pegler (14 May 2008)
TAC launch UK schools poster competition
Energy and building management specialists TAC launch poster competition to encourage school children nationwide to consider what our world will look like in 2050 if we continue to waste energy.
News from TAC UK (14 May 2008)
Sheerframe and Crystal in GBP119m contract win
User Application Article Sheerframe windowmaker Crystal UPVC has been selected to supply windows for a GBP119 million programme of works in the North of England.
News from L B Plastics (14 May 2008)
Renewable green energy success leads to promotion
John Trenell has been appointed to the board of Underfloor Heating and Renewable Energy Systems, Encompas .
News from Encompas (14 May 2008)
GBP24m for urban woodland makeover
Technical Background Article Woods near to towns and cities are set to get a new lease of life, thanks to a further GBP24m cash injection from the Scottish Government.
News from Forestry Commission (14 May 2008)
Constructing Insights for Construction Industry
Constructing Insights, developed by Onsite Insights in partnership with Constructing Excellence will provide construction companies across UK with opportunities to visit award-winning companies.
News from Onsite Insights (14 May 2008)
Concrete Communications Conference
The development and enhancement of communication between universities and private practice on concrete design and construction will be continued at a forthcoming conference.
News from Concrete Centre (14 May 2008)
Stroma to offer air source heat pumps
Stroma LZC has agreed an exclusive deal with HeatKing to be its sole supplier of its market leading range of air source heat pumps.
News from Stroma (14 May 2008)
Polysafe stars in Tinseltown in Wimbledon
User Application Article Polysafe Astral and Polysafe Standard sheet vinyl safety floor ranges from Polyflor have been used to create a star studded floor at the Tinseltown Milkshake Bar in Wimbledon.
News from Polyflor (14 May 2008)
Notifier and Trinity fire protection for Galleria
User Application Article Galleria Shopping Centre in Hatfield benefits from the very latest in fire protection technologies, following the installation of an intelligent Notifier by Honeywell ID3000-based fire safety system.
News from Notifier (14 May 2008)
Axis, Bosch and Sony to standardize interface
Industry leaders to cooperate to standardize the interface of network video products.
News from Bosch Security Systems (14 May 2008)
A3 Countrywide disaster-managed event service
A3 Countrywide has formed an alliance with key partners to offer a unique relocation service to provide a fast and effective solution when disaster strikes a development.
News from Robinsons International (14 May 2008)
Pilkington Suncool in Grand Designs Award
User Application Article A new house designed with high quality Pilkington glazing as an integral feature has won the Best New Home category at the prestigious Grand Designs Awards.
News from Pilkington Building Products UK (14 May 2008)
Regupol 7210C keeps noise down in Liverpool
User Application Article Regupol 7210C, a recycled rubber granulate underscreed acoustic system, has been installed at Beetham West Tower, Liverpool's tallest building.
News from CMS Acoustics (14 May 2008)
Improved quality in the asbestos removal
Technical Background Article Silverdell Plc have led an initiative which will result in important changes to the asbestos removal industry and a UKAS Accredited Certification Scheme for Asbestos Removal Contractors.
News from Silverdell (14 May 2008)
Lindab launch two new colours for Rainline
Rainline from Lindab provides the complete rain drainage system for all types of buildings - commercial, retail, industrial or residential.
News from Lindab (14 May 2008)
Steel stud wall framing system from Lindab
Construline from Lindab is a range of high performance steel stud sections available for exterior walls or internal partition walls.
News from Lindab (14 May 2008)
CPD Seminar for Lindab Rainline System
Lindab can now offer architects a CPD seminar, which details the product benefits and technical aspects of their Rainline steel based rainwater system.
News from Lindab (14 May 2008)
Showcase your achievements to the pump industry
Opportunity to showcase your achievements to the pump industry by entering this year's Pump Industry Awards
News from Pump Industry Awards (14 May 2008)
Stopping cowboy builders and rogue tradesmen
Technical Background Article Parliamentary Under Secretary of State, Gareth Thomas MP asked MP's to support and promote TrustMark locally in their constituencies, in the fight against cowboy builders and rogue traders.
News from TrustMark (14 May 2008)
More building graduates equals lower inflation
Technical Background Article Australian Institute of Building has again called for additional university places for building and construction students.
News from Australian Institute of Building (13 May 2008)
Industry 'Oscar' for Brian Newell of Shackerley
Brian Newell, founder and chairman of Shackerley (Holdings) Group has been awarded a business 'Oscar' for 'outstanding individual achievement'.
News from Shackerley (Holdings) (13 May 2008)
Fastener Fair Budapest opening up opportunities
Fastener and fixing professionals will soon be able to take advantage of an exhibition that, for the first time, is focused on eastern Europe.
News from Fastener Fair Exhibitions (13 May 2008)
Complus Teltronic gains UKAS ISO9001 accredition
The award presented by BSI Management Systems confirms compliance of the company's manufacturing and supply processes against ISO 9001:2000.
News from Complus Teltronic (13 May 2008)
Exclusive new homes enhanced with timber windows
User Application Article Mapleton Homes has recently constructed two prestigious six bedroom five bathroom homes, with attractive sliding sash windows and French-style patio doors from JELD-WEN.
News from JELD-WEN (13 May 2008)
New tile adhesive is fixing the future from Ardex
Ardex, innovator in high performance tile fixing systems announce the UK launch of its new premium tile adhesive, the Microtec range. Brochure Available
News from Ardex UK (13 May 2008)
Simplified selection of specialist adhesives
Chemique Adhesives and Sealants , pioneers in the development of solvent free adhesives for the construction industry, launch its newly simplified Solfre2 range.
News from Chemique Adhesives and Sealants (12 May 2008)
Rockdoor Stable Door ten-year guarantee
Rockdoor fully engineered composite PVC-U Stable Door is the closest thing to an original Stable Door on the market.
News from Rockdoor (12 May 2008)
Air-source keeps pupils warm
User Application Article School accommodation extended with Rapidplan3000 modular classroom courtesy of Wernick Buildings. Brochure Available
News from Wernick Buildings (12 May 2008)
Multibuild 2007 financial results
Significant increase in pre-tax profits and Multibuild has grown into one of the largest construction and interior fit out contractors in the North West.
News from Multibuild (12 May 2008)
Careful jacking stops roof coming down in London
User Application Article Hydraulic jacking specialists Bill Boley have completed a critical jacking and load monitoring project, during the extensive renovation and remodelling of the former Marks and Spencer headquarters.
News from Bill Boley (12 May 2008)
Hilary Benn says UK sustainability leader
Technical Background Article Speaking at the Think 08, Hilary Benn, the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs outlined his strategy to address energy consumption in existing stock.
News from Think (12 May 2008)
One-stop shop for all ecology services
The Habitats team is able to produce site-specific designs with innovative green engineering.
News from Thomson Habitats (12 May 2008)
TimberWindows.com sales up 71%
TimberWindows.com had its best ever month in April with a sales increase of 71% compared with same month last year.
News from TimberWindows.com (12 May 2008)
Webinar examines sustainable construction
Kingspan Insulated Panels have announced plans for a webinar examining the important issue of sustainable construction.
News from Kingspan Insulated Panels (12 May 2008)
Boosting renewable energy forms in Scotland
Technical Background Article Number of key actions to boost the use of biomass for renewable energy in Scotland have been announced by Environment Minister, Michael Russell.
News from Forestry Commission (12 May 2008)
Straw bale house wins Grand Designs Eco Home award
User Application Article Ecology borrower Rachel Whitehead, straw bale house in Wales won the Grand Designs Best Eco Home award.
News from Ecology Building Society (12 May 2008)
Sentinel wins fourth HandV Award
Sentinel wins prestigious award for partnering arrangement with Liverpool Housing Trust, its fourth consecutive HandV Award on the trot.
News from Sentinel Performance Solutions (12 May 2008)
Seminar 'Implementing REACH - The Year Ahead'
Smithers Rapra to hold key one-day seminar 'Implementing REACH - The Year Ahead'.
News from Smithers Rapra (12 May 2008)
FTA on utilities and civil engineering transport
Freight Transport Association and Utilities Transport Association are coming together to hold a Utilities and Civil Engineering Transport Conference.
News from Freight Transport Association (12 May 2008)
Burlington brings order to Guernsey courthouse
User Application Article Burlington's Brandy Crag natural stone used in Guernsey's newly constructed courthouse located in the historic town of St Peter Port.
News from Burlington Slate (12 May 2008)
Hilson Moran acoustic consultancy skills
Hilson Moran's Acoustics team has been successful in achieving accreditation in two key areas and gained membership of the Association of Noise Consultants.
News from Hilson Moran (12 May 2008)
Hilson Moran commitment to sustainable development
Hilson Moran is the latest professional company to join the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat.
News from Hilson Moran (12 May 2008)
Acies sponsorship of Olympic triathlon prospects
Professional property and construction consultancy, Acies, has kick started its recent re-brand with the sponsorship of two 2012 Olympic triathlon prospects.
News from Acies (12 May 2008)
Decra win entry in Red Book
Decra has become the first roof tile strip system supplier in the UK to win an entry in the world-renowned Red Book published by the Loss Prevention Certification Board, part of BRE Global.
News from Decra Roof Systems (12 May 2008)
Passively adding to the mix of energy efficiency
Developed in conjunction with Mitsubishi Electric, the Passivent mixed mode system combines natural ventilation and comfort cooling in offices, shopping centres, schools and hospitals. Brochure Available
News from Passivent (12 May 2008)
Glazing firm helps to give schools new light
User Application Article Schools in North Yorkshire wil be a little brighter from now on as a two-year programme of improvement works by glazing specialists EYG approaches its conclusion.
News from EYG Group (12 May 2008)
Prefabricated frame and panel building report
AMA report 'Prefabricated Frame and Panel Building System Market UK 2008-2012' provides a timely review of this significant market.
News from AMA Research (12 May 2008)
Pressure on Quantity Surveyors in UK says survey
Technical Background Article New survey conducted by recruitment specialist Resourcing Solutions.reveals workload pressures for the sector.
News from Resourcing Solutions (12 May 2008)
ISG Jackson at the Annual Craftsmanship Awards
ISG Jackson recognised for excellence of its projects, winning two industry awards from the Suffolk Association of Architects.
News from ISG Jackson (12 May 2008)
Sustainable schools do not cost the earth says BRE
Technical Background Article BREEAM Schools rating can be achieved at little or no additional capital cost, that is the conclusion of a report published today by the BRE Trust and Faithful and Gould.
News from BRE (12 May 2008)
Rotunda Museum gets the perfect fill material
User Application Article Fillmaster by Vencel Resil was specified by structural engineers English Landscapes for the landscaping of the newly refurbished Rotunda Museum and gardens in Scarborough.
News from Vencel Resil (12 May 2008)
Europanel helps transform '60s eyesore
User Application Article Grey and silver composite steel panels from Eurobond are transforming Saville House, a 1960s warehouse in the heart of Sheffield.
News from Eurobond Laminates (12 May 2008)
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