News releases on Buildingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 18 May
to Saturday 24 May 2008
KNX provides all round energy management solutions
Technical Background Article Paul Murphy, Systems Integrator, KNX UK says responsibility for the energy used in their buildings has come to the top of the agenda for every commercial building manager and owner.
News from KNX UK (23 May 2008)
Chalcroft Construction build pet foods factory
User Application Article Crown Pet Foods factory hampered by premises too small to enable efficient storage and distribution will soon be using new warehousing facilities, thanks to Chalcroft Construction.
News from Chalcroft Construction (23 May 2008)
Friends united as VEKA fabricators merge
Two highly successful long-time VEKA fabricators, Paramount Window Systems and Grosvenor Windows are merging.
News from VEKA (23 May 2008)
New perspective on Irish Window and Door Market
Technical Background Article Mike Rigby talks to Paul O'Sullivan, Managing Director of National Profiles, about the development of the Irish window market and its significance to companies in the UK.
News from Spectus Window Systems (23 May 2008)
Dimplex radio frequency control goes 24/7
Dimplex radio frequency control solution now offers an even greater level of control over electric heating appliances, as it is available with an LCD programmer unit to give 24/7 programming. Brochure Available
News from Dimplex UK (23 May 2008)
Milbury challenges traditional tank installation
User Application Article Concrete specialist, Millbury Systems has installed a modular prestressed stormwater attenuation tank under a public open space within a new housing estate at Ferrybridge in Yorkshire.
News from Milbury Systems (23 May 2008)
Concrete cutting and drilling industry competition
Cutting Pro Competition is being organised by the Austrian abrasives manufacturer, Tyrolit.
News from Tyrolit (23 May 2008)
Eurobond joins Forum for the Built Environment
Eurobond has become the first corporate member of the Forum for the Built Environment, recognising the valuable contribution the organisation makes to the construction and commercial property sectors.
News from Eurobond Laminates (23 May 2008)
Reed Roofing eco-friendly cedarwood shingle roof
Reed Roofing wins National Federation of Roofing Contractors Award for eco-friendly cedarwood shingle roof.
News from Copal Group (23 May 2008)
ATaC selects Howden
The Asbestos Testing And Consultancy association (ATaC) has selected Howden as its recommended provider of liability insurance cover to its membership.
News from Howden Insurance Brokers (23 May 2008)
QA Software wins tender for Changi Airport Upgrade
User Application Article Civil Aviation Authority of Singapor awarded tender for TeamBinder project collaboration solution for the $A 375 million upgrade at Changi Airport Terminal 1.
News from QA Software (23 May 2008)
One-watt focusable micro LED flashlight
LEDtronics new Micro High-Power LED Flashlight is more powerful than most LED flashlights on the market today.
News from LEDtronics (23 May 2008)
Envirocheck launch two new services
Environmental consultants and engineers can now gain instant desk top access to critical data, thanks to two new services available as part of Landmark's innovative Envirocheck reports.
News from Landmark Information Group (23 May 2008)
Lakesmere strikes gold at NFRC roofing awards
For the third year running, leading building envelope specialists Lakesmere scoops an award at the National Federation of Roofing Contractors Excellence in Roofing Awards.
News from Lakesmere (23 May 2008)
ICE and IMechE launch Agenda for Climate Change
Technical Background Article Joint-report calls on London's policy makers and environmental experts to find viable solutions to tackling climate change.
News from Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) (23 May 2008)
CMS Specialist Geotechnical Solutions
CMS Specialist Geotechnical Solutions prepares for the Olympics with new southern distribution centre.
News from CMS Limited (23 May 2008)
Scheme recognises quality new home developers
Inspector Home, the UK's leading independent new home snagging service, is to launch its accreditation scheme.
News from Inspector Home (23 May 2008)
Timing is everything in ecology
Technical Background Article There are many issues that must be considered when developing a site, and ecology is an increasingly important one.
News from Thomson Ecology (23 May 2008)
New mobile laser mapping system
Infoterra launch Rapid Surveyor which uses next-generation technology to deliver truly immersive 3D representations from a moving vehicle.
News from Infoterra (23 May 2008)
Adams Rite and Aldridge Security at MLA Expo 2008
Adams Rite, is to join forces with one of its major distributors, Aldridge Security, at the MLA (Master Locksmiths Association) Expo 2008.
News from Adams Rite Europe (23 May 2008)
Designing in security for City of Bristol College.
User Application Article SALTO Systems have won the order to supply new stand alone electronic access control equipment.
News from Salto Systems (23 May 2008)
Environmental Essentials fight lung condition
Asbestos management experts Environmental Essentials is continuing its fight against fatal lung conditions by choosing Breath of Life as its charity of the year.
News from Environmental Essentials (23 May 2008)
Industrial Ethernet Solutions in Computex
Ethernet Direct to participate at the Computex 2008 Exhibition to be held in Taipei, Taiwan.
News from Ethernet Direct (23 May 2008)
ISG Jackson delivers Darcy Gardens Development
User Application Article ISG Jackson has successfully completed and handed over its groundbreaking GBP5.2 million Darcy Gardens ExtraCare residential development.
News from ISG Jackson (23 May 2008)
eXitfinder shows the way in fire alarm sounds
Fireco's eXitfinder is a directional indicator that illuminates to highlight the evacuation route in the event of a fire alarm sounding.
News from Fireco (23 May 2008)
Aconex selected for Mall of the Emirates hotel
User Application Article Aconex provides a web-based system for managing project information such as drawings, documents and correspondence.
News from Aconex (23 May 2008)
Timber frame construction grew again in 2007
Technical Background Article Market share for timber frame construction has risen again for the ninth consecutive year and now stands at just over 22% of all new housing
News from UK Timber Frame Association (23 May 2008)
PipeDart pushes the boundaries
Dart Systems launches the PipeDart Duct Rod, a new range of cable installation rods and accessories which combine ease of operation and reliable performance.
News from Dart Systems (23 May 2008)
New stainless steel and glass sliding door system
Striking contemporary design distinguishes the new Glassmaster Tec sliding door system available from Hillaldam Coburn.
News from Hillaldam Coburn (23 May 2008)
Marley makes mosque fit for worship
User Application Article Square cream downpipes and hoppers from Marley Plumbing and Drainage's Alutec range at the FM Mosque in Peterborough. Brochure Available
News from Marley Eternit (23 May 2008)
Oktopus UK presents its lifting solutions to HSE
Oktopus UK concerned over the number of vacuum lifting machines on site that are currently not dual circuit and rely on safety straps as a secondary holding device.
News from Oktopus UK (23 May 2008)
BPT launch Xolid vandal resistant door entry panel
Xolid vandal resistant door entry panel range is the first flat plate, stainless steel, illuminated, modular design on the market.
News from BPT Security Systems (UK) (23 May 2008)
Flex Connectors latest green building technologies
User Application Article A new exhibition and conference centre, constructed using the latest green building technologies, utilises lighting connection and control products from Flex Connectors' flex 7 range.
News from Flex Connectors (23 May 2008)
Forticrete adds more colour to stone walling range
Forticrete has added to its Shearstone walling stone range with three new colours that meet regional planning requirements.
News from Forticrete (23 May 2008)
Comtec Enterprises secure datacentre facility
Comtec Enterprises, the ICT solutions company, announce final completion of its secure datacentre facility located just outside the M25 near London. Brochure Available
News from Comtec Enterprises (23 May 2008)
Wicona unitised curtain walling
User Application Article Unitised curtain walling from Wicona Projects has been specified for a landmark 18-storey office tower in the centre of Manchester.
News from Wicona Projects (23 May 2008)
Noble reaches UK Top 16 in asbestos testing
In its battle against this widespread pollutant, Noble, a Plymouth-based health and safety consultancy, has emerged as one of the top 16 labs in the UK and top 28 in the world.
News from Noble (23 May 2008)
Adams Rite Europe review of security doorsets
Technical Background Article Increasing demand for effective security products including security doorsets.
News from Adams Rite Europe (23 May 2008)
Kingspan quartet for new business park
User Application Article Versatility and uniformly high performance of Kingspan Insulated Panels products has been emphasised by the construction of an expansive new business park in Poole, Dorset.
News from Kingspan Insulated Panels (23 May 2008)
Gleeds win role in regeneration development
User Application Article Gleeds appointed by Menta to provide Cost Management services to the GBP500 million Cherry Orchard Road Development in Croydon.
News from Gleeds (23 May 2008)
Burlington helps put zen into Chelsea Flower Show
User Application Article Burlington's Lakeland stone is renowned for playing a pivotal role in the award winning gardens of Chelsea Flower Show and 2008 is no exception.
News from Burlington Slate (23 May 2008)
MandS work brings key appointments to Gleeds
As a result of developing business opportunities with Marks and Spencer and other similar clients, Gleeds has announced two key appointments.
News from Gleeds (23 May 2008)
Thermal imaging in your pocket from Flir
Flir Systems introducing the smallest, lightest and most affordable infrared camera, the new Flir i5. Brochure Available
News from Flir Systems (23 May 2008)
First Super Spacer dealership in Ireland
Provincial Glass and Mirror is the first company in Ireland to sign up to the Super Spacer Dealership.
News from Edgetech (23 May 2008)
Homebuilding And Renovating returns to Newbury
The Homebuilding and Renovating Show returns once again to the Newbury Showground on 28 and 29 June - to help homeowners improve, extend, renovate or build a house from scratch.
News from National Homebuilding & Renovating Show (23 May 2008)
Zenitel gives security a voice (over IP) at IFSEC
Zenitel confirms how it gave security a voice this month at IFSEC 2008, the leading global event for the security industry.
News from Zenitel (23 May 2008)
Another A+ Plus for Listers
Lister Trade Frames have just unveiled their improved Elitis energy rated windows, having included fully reinforced foiled and solid coloured frames to the range.
News from Lister Trade Frames (23 May 2008)
New Tradesmig 141 welding machine
For simple welding tasks that demand high quality, the new Murex Tradesmig 141 is the ideal solution. Brochure Available
News from Murex Welding Products (23 May 2008)
Rotozip Exhibits at Tile and Stone Show 2008
RotoZip demonstrations will run every day on the main exhibition demonstration area and Bosch product trainers will be on hand to provide information on using RotoZip tools to all show visitors.
News from Robert Bosch (23 May 2008)
Potterton invests to increase SEDBUK efficiencies
As a result of extensive work carried out at Potterton's product design centre, increased SEDBUK efficiencies have been achieved for three ranges of Potterton boilers.
News from Potterton (23 May 2008)
Wesupply appoints new Chairman of its Board
Wesupply, the emerging leader in On Demand Supply Chain Management appoint Stewart Oades, former Group Chief Executive of Christian Salvesen Plc as Chairman of its Board of Directors. Brochure Available
News from WeSupply.com (23 May 2008)
Wates are first to hit Safety Bonus target
Safety Bonus is a points-based initiative developed to improve worker involvement in health and safety and recognise positive contribution.
News from Safety Bonus (22 May 2008)
BMF apprenticeship training for all ages
Technical Background Article Government reforms to Apprenticeships, recently announced by the Learning Skills Council, include scrapping the 25-year-old age limit on individuals applying for apprenticeships.
News from Builders Merchants Federation [BMF] (22 May 2008)
Concrete sector ready to work with new Eurocodes
Technical Background Article The Concrete Centre believes that the annoucement from BSI that they no longer support BS8110 will act as a further prompt to those firms which are yet to adopt Eurocode 2 for concrete.
News from Concrete Centre (22 May 2008)
Workshops on optimizing data center cooling
Technical Background Article Flomerics has announced regular workshops on how to optimize the thermal performance of data centers using computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulation software. Brochure Available
News from Flomerics (22 May 2008)
Home studies for Scottish wanna-be plumbers
Home study specialists Train4Trade Skills have launched a new blended learning plumbing course in Scotland, enabling would-be plumbers to study Scottish plumbing qualifications at their own pace.
News from Train4Trade Skills (22 May 2008)
Computer games technology training plumbers
Would-be plumbers are being offered a revolutionary new way to train, on a blended learning course from Train4Trade Skills that uses games technology
News from Train4Trade Skills (22 May 2008)
Howarth windows and doors extends guarantees
Howarth Timber (Windows and Doors) also guarantees against the breakdown of its factory-applied microporous paints and stains applied to its fully finished windows and door ranges.
News from Howarth Timber (22 May 2008)
British Gypsum helps London Zoo
User Application Article Help given to London Zoo after emergency request to British Gypsum's Robertsbridge mine for 50kg of high grade gypsum rock for the 400 litre aquarium.
News from British Gypsum (22 May 2008)
Safe working at height with Ladder Staging System
Eurocell Building Plastics is offering its customers a safer method of working at height, using its new Ladder Staging System. Brochure Available
News from Eurocell Profiles (22 May 2008)
Aqualux massive showroom give away
Aqualux offering bathroom showrooms the chance to get their hands on a free display unit to showcase its latest design additions to its AquaSpace collection, the exclusive Modular Glass Panels.
News from Aqualux Products (22 May 2008)
Travis Perkins named 'Supplier of the Year 2008'
Travis Perkins is celebrating after being named Supplier of the Year in the Housing Excellence Awards, organised by Northern, Midlands and Southern Housing magazines.
News from Travis Perkins (22 May 2008)
Toshiba Imaging Awards Aegis Electronics Top Award
Toshiba Imaging Systems Division has awarded Aegis Electronic Group the Top Distributor Award for the fiscal year 2007.
News from Toshiba Imaging Systems Division (22 May 2008)
ACE on changes to agency workers rights
Technical Background Article Association for Consultancy and Engineering announce its dismay at government proposals to give agency workers equal rights to permanent staff after 12 weeks in a job.
News from Association for Consultancy and Engineering (22 May 2008)
Scotland TranServ new consultancy contract
User Application Article Scotland TranServ, a joint venture between Balfour Beatty and Mouchel, has landed a new consultancy contract with three Scottish councils.
News from Balfour Beatty (22 May 2008)
Balfour Kilpatrick awarded GBP25m A3 trunk road
User Application Article Balfour Kilpatrick are delivering mechanical and electrical services in a contract for Balfour Beatty Civil Engineering, who are working on A3 Hindhead project on behalf of the Highways Agency.
News from Balfour Beatty (22 May 2008)
Balfour Kilpatrick GBP1.8m Derby station contract
User Application Article Balfour Kilpatrick awarded GBP1.8m contract to provide mechanical and electrical services at Derby Midland train station for Edmund Nuttall.
News from Balfour Beatty (22 May 2008)
Balfour Kilpatrick and Luton Innovation Centre
User Application Article Balfour Kilpatrick complete GBP1.8m contract at the new Luton Innovation Centre which comprised supplying and installing HVAC, electrical and plumbing services.
News from Balfour Beatty (22 May 2008)
The house that thinks for itself
The most intelligent and sustainable house in Britain has been opened in the Black Country.
News from Black Country Housing Group (22 May 2008)
Brett Landscaping award at Chelsea Flower Show
User Application Article Brett Landscaping and Building Products has been awarded a Bronze Flora medal at the 86th RHS Chelsea Flower Show, for its garden design Real Life by Brett.
News from Brett Landscaping and Building Products (22 May 2008)
Prestige secures LANTAC renewal
movemanSKG's Prestige platform lift has received Type Approval accreditation renewal from the Local Authority National Type Approval Confederation (LANTAC).
News from movemanSKG (22 May 2008)
HCP perimeter heating for St Pancras International
User Application Article HCP, a division of SAS International, supplied and installed approximately 300m of bespoke stainless steel perimeter heating to the new St Pancras International station.
News from SAS International (22 May 2008)
Solar panels from Baxi for apartments
User Application Article Environmentally aware housebuilder Hazelton Homes has installed solar panels from Baxi at an exclusive development of apartments in Anstey, Leicestershire.
News from Baxi (22 May 2008)
New Hoppe handle selection guide
New easy-to-use guide from HOPPE (UK) has been produced to help homeowners overcome barriers to DIY replacement of faulty or outdated PVC-U door handles.
News from Hoppe (UK) (22 May 2008)
Composite roof and wall panels from Steadmans
User Application Article Steadmans manufactured and supplied all AS35/1000 composite roof and wall panels required by contractors J. Wareing and Son to design and build their own new fabrication workshop.
News from A Steadman & Son (21 May 2008)
New advanced exit bar solution from SALTO
The new SALTO Advanced Panic Bar Solution has been developed in response to demand from the architectural market for access control solutions on exit doors with panic bars.
News from Salto Systems (21 May 2008)
New Dorman Smith TVSS kits for Loadbank System
Tyco Electronics release new TVSS (Transient Voltage Surge Suppression) kits for Dorman Smith MCCB panel boards. Brochure Available
News from Tyco Electronics - Energy Division (21 May 2008)
Aqata offers new generation of showering
Aqata launch its new British made patented thermostatic shower valve that is TMV2 approved, incorporating anti-scalding technology and precise flow control.
News from Aqata (21 May 2008)
Testo launch of Saveris data monitoring system
Testo Saveris data logging system continuously monitors temperature and humidity accurately and reliably.
News from Testo (21 May 2008)
CDC enable Intelligent Buildings in Dubai
CDC, the intelligent buildings experts, has expanded its international presence with the opening of offices in the United Arab Emirates (UAE)
News from CDC (21 May 2008)
Bell Equipment at Peter Stevens
User Application Article Peter Stevens Dumptruck Hire has broken with tradition by bringing two new Bell B30D ADTs into its 50-plus fleet, which up until now has been dominated by Volvo.
News from Bell Equipment UK (21 May 2008)
Pick Everard to design world-class college campus
User Application Article Architects at Pick Everard are to design a new GBP54 million city centre campus for Wakefield College expected to open in 2012,
News from Pick Everard (21 May 2008)
Axil offers engineers adhesive alternative
The range offers engineers a vast array of adhesives, suitable for the widest variety of applications and as an alternative for traditional mechanical devices and fixings.
News from Chemique Adhesives and Sealants (21 May 2008)
ISG Jackson secures scheme with Premier Foods
User Application Article ISG Jackson Special Projects has commenced work on a GBP1.3 million design and build project to increase food processing and warehouse capacity for Premier Foods PLC.
News from ISG Jackson (21 May 2008)
Protecting the Barratt Green House
User Application Article Häfele Automatic Shutter System installed on world-class sustainable home Brochure Available
News from Hafele UK (21 May 2008)
Shackerley architectural glass blocks
'New generation' of glass block products which Shackerley claims, will 'revolutionise' the way these contemporary building materials are perceived and specified by British architects and designers.
News from Shackerley (Holdings) (21 May 2008)
Kingspan Render Panel visual advantage
Kingspan Render Panel is a composite insulated system with a pre-rendered finish giving the appearance of traditional rendered blockwork.
News from Kingspan Insulated Panels (21 May 2008)
Telindus surveillance system for Harland and Wolff
User Application Article Telindus joined forces with Harland and Wolff to deploy surveillance system that complies with port security regulations and enables staff to monitor from anywhere on network, at anytime.
News from Telindus UK (21 May 2008)
Rockwool sustainable insulation for ruralZED
User Application Article Rockwool's highly insulating, sustainable and non-combustible Flexi insulation has been used in the groundbreaking ruralZED house, which claims to be the most sustainable house design ever produced.
News from Rockwool (21 May 2008)
New Apollo website goes live
New Apollo Fire Detectors website includes down-loadable product literature and access to approvals certificates is also available from every page.
News from Apollo Fire Detectors (21 May 2008)
Bosch intrusion-detection products gain EN 50131
New European standards guarantees high, consistent level of performance for electronic intrusion products.
News from Bosch Security Systems (21 May 2008)
NBT Partner award for sustainability
Earth and Reed, a Natural Building Technologies' key distributor, gain award for dedication to supplying ecological building products and its sustainable approach to business.
News from Natural Building Technologies (21 May 2008)
Wavin helps fight against flood damage
Wavin Plastics launch OSMA Anti-flood valves aimed at reducing flood risk to property. Brochure Available
News from Wavin Plastics (20 May 2008)
Perfect match with new couplings from Wavin
Wavin Plastics, new range of OSMA Flexible Couplings provide installers with capability to connect different sized pipe diameters and materials. Brochure Available
News from Wavin Plastics (20 May 2008)
There is nothing uncool about Pilkington Suncool
User Application Article Pilkington glazing is helping a new office in Reading stay cool with its cutting edge range of solar control glazing.
News from Pilkington Building Products UK (20 May 2008)
Eurobond research highlights failing of LPCB
Technical Background Article Eurobond has challenged the clarity of Loss Prevention Certification Board testing.
News from Eurobond Laminates (20 May 2008)
Hager new low noise contactors
Hager launch range of two and three module low noise contactors for applications where silence is a virtue, such as in hotel rooms and restaurants.
News from Hager (20 May 2008)
Wireless technologies to transform supply chain
Technical Background Article Organisations delaying their investment until RFID reaches technical and financial maturity are missing an opportunity.
News from Solarsoft Business Systems (20 May 2008)
Opus launch WCU600 touchscreen wall keypad
Opus Technologies, manufacturer of whole-house multi-room entertainment systems, introduc a dynamic fully customisable touchscreen keypad.
News from Opus Technologies (20 May 2008)
First NVQ for roofline installation
Kestrel has teamed up with Wigan and Leigh College to provide a formal qualification in roofline installation for all Kestrel Registered Installers. Brochure Available
News from Kestrel-BCE (20 May 2008)
Spinwave Systems wireless building management
Adaptive Wireless Solutions add wireless sensors and controls from Spinwave Systems to their growing line of cost-effective wireless solutions.
News from Adaptive Wireless Solutions (20 May 2008)
CML-IT in-house exhibition
At the exhibition, CML-IT presented its latest products and technology trends to selected customers and sales partners. Brochure Available
News from CML Innovative Technologies (20 May 2008)
Masterframe Vintage sliding sashes
User Application Article AandF Pilbeam install 32 Masterframe Vintage 'Secured by Design' sliding sashes to its own housing stock in Brighton.
News from Masterframe Windows (20 May 2008)
Considerate Constructors National Awards
Balfour Beatty celebrates success at the 2008 Considerate Constructors National Awards.
News from Balfour Beatty (20 May 2008)
Durapipe SuperFLO for chilled water distribution
Durapipe SuperFLO, the specialist plastic pipework system for chilled water distribution, has been specified for the renovation of a data centre owned by ATOS Origin.
News from Durapipe UK (20 May 2008)
Zarges adds to Masterstep
Zarges' popular step ladder Masterstep has been redesigned to include a folding handrail, tool tray and side locking bars on both sides.
News from Zarges (UK) (20 May 2008)
Celuform reveals new look website
New look, easy to use site provides Specifers, House Builders, Housing Associations and Local Authorities with all the product information they need.
News from Celuform (20 May 2008)
H+H UK rates among the UK top 50 green companies
H+H UK, manufacturer of aircrete products including Celcon Blocks, scored very highly in The Sunday Times Best Green Companies Awards.
News from H+H Celcon (20 May 2008)
DIY made easy with WD-40
WD-40's top tips to help make DIY disasters a thing of the past.
News from WD-40 Company (20 May 2008)
Rapidframe signs for Super Spacer Dealership
Rapidframe is the latest fabricator to sign up to the Super Spacer Dealership from Edgetech.
News from Edgetech (20 May 2008)
Dimplex Ascari heat for remote housing
User Application Article Highland Council installs new central heating systems powered by the Dimplex Ascari electric boiler. Brochure Available
News from Dimplex UK (20 May 2008)
Excellence in Roofing Awards winners announced
UK roofing industry celebrated and recognised outstanding industry achievements at The National Federation of Roofing Contractors Annual Congress awards.
News from National Federation of Roofing Contractors (20 May 2008)
Johnstone's new colour specification guide
Leading paint manufacturer Johnstone's has launched a brand new colour advisory guide for specifiers and architects.
News from Johnstone's (20 May 2008)
Spectus colour for seaside flats
User Application Article Penicuik complete GBP200,000 project that involved fabricating and installing green and light oak Spectus Elite 70 tilt'n'turn windows and French doors.
News from Spectus Window Systems (20 May 2008)
Apache clamps from Ellis for major development
User Application Article Pipe clamps from the Ellis Apache range have been chosen for use in certain areas of the record-breaking Belvedere House development on Booth Street in Manchester city centre.
News from Ellis Patents (20 May 2008)
TRADA adds cladding and decking books to website
Timber Research and Development Association has added the text and illustrations from two of its leading publications to the members only area of the website.
News from Timber Research and Development Association (20 May 2008)
TRADA advises on care of wood products on site
Technical Background Article TRADA Technology has revised its trouble-shooting Wood Information Sheet, 'Care of timber and wood-based products on building sites.
News from TRADA Technology (20 May 2008)
Zenitel deliver for C2000 Public Safety Network
User Application Article Zenitel to deliver C2000 TETRA terminals, non-TETRA equipment and services for the C2000 Public Safety Network in The Netherlands.
News from Zenitel (19 May 2008)
Connects countries with one digital radio system
User Application Article Zenitel launch its 'ChuChubi Trunking Network' into the French regions of the Caribbean Island Saint Martin.
News from Zenitel (19 May 2008)
CIWEM on water and the global environment
CIWEM's annual conference 2009 water and the global environment: call for papers.
News from CIWEM (19 May 2008)
Kawneer systems help Tobar take off
User Application Article Kawneer's aluminium systems provided the specific look required in the design for a GBP7.5 million toy distribution and call centre. Brochure Available
News from Kawneer UK (19 May 2008)
Portakabin extends customer service promise
Portakabin has once again reinforced its commitment to delivering the highest quality customer service with further additions to the company's Customer Charter.
News from Portakabin (19 May 2008)
Skills issue still needs higher profile says ACE
Technical Background Article Association for Consultancy and Engineering (ACE) welcomes moves to strengthen construction contracts and reform immigration laws.
News from Association for Consultancy and Engineering (19 May 2008)
Euroclad launches newly designed website
New features include a 'download' section which contains links to a range of downloads including Literature, NBS specifications, CAD Details and Technical downloads. Brochure Available
News from Euroclad (19 May 2008)
BSC gets go ahead to teach NEBOSH qualifications
Leading occupational health and safety charity the British Safety Council has been successful in its application to become a NEBOSH Accredited Course Provider.
News from British Safety Council (19 May 2008)
Driving down heating costs for greener showroom
User Application Article Encompas has been awarded a prestigious contract to provide Underfloor Heating and Heat Pumps to a flag ship regional centre for car sales and servicing in Stafford.
News from Encompas (19 May 2008)
Heating the way to a greener future
User Application Article Encompas awarded contract to supply ground source heat pumps and an underfloor heating system for the new authentic 1913 Lamp Cabin at Beamish Museum in County Durham.
News from Encompas (19 May 2008)
New Trespa Design Centre opens in New York City
Trespa's new Design Centre in New York will offer a unique experience for American architects.
News from Trespa International (19 May 2008)
RELIUS color trend forecast for living areas
RELIUS, BASF Coatings AG's paint brand, has just presented the latest color trends for living areas.
News from BASF (19 May 2008)
Mapei products assist the rescue at RNLI
User Application Article A system of Mapei products has been used in the rebuild and refurbishment of the RNLI Grace Darling Museum in Bamburgh, Northumberland. Brochure Available
News from Mapei UK (19 May 2008)
High quality compost for brownfield redevelopment
User Application Article WRAP (Waste and Resources Action Programme) is supporting the use of quality BSI PAS 100 compost across a range of different regeneration projects.
News from WRAP (19 May 2008)
Bathroom Market UK 2008-2012
New AMA report provides a major review of the UK Bathroom Market.
News from AMA Research (19 May 2008)
Spelsberg cable glands 90 percent faster to fit
Spelsberg els UK has extended its range of enclosure accessories to include three new grommet seals from Swedish manufacturer TST. Brochure Available
News from Spelsberg els UK (19 May 2008)
Buy-out of Uponor infrastructure business
3i supports buy-out of Uponor's UK and Ireland infrastructure business.
News from Radius Systems (19 May 2008)
Eco friendly wood-plastic bio-composites
JER Envirotech patented wood plastic biocomposite compounds have the potential to outperform and "out-green" both wood and plastic alone in a large range of applications.
News from JER Envirotech (19 May 2008)
Pectel Group clean up at Specialists Awards 2008
The Pectel Group, one of the largest hazardous waste removal companies in the UK has won a coveted Construction News Specialist Award.
News from Pectel Group (19 May 2008)
FireCase goes to the high court.
User Application Article Almost 37,000m2 of British Gypsum's Glasroc FireCase board has been used to provide fire protection to the 80 metre-high structural steel frame of Manchester's new Civil Justice Centre.
News from British Gypsum (19 May 2008)
Green procurement establishes industry targets
Technical Background Article Jewson, in collaboration with leading industry figures within the construction industry, has established industry-wide waste reduction targets during the second Green Procurement Group meeting.
News from Jewson (19 May 2008)
Bosch adds color to its CCTV solutions
New range of general-purpose and high-performance color LCD panel monitors with sizes from 15-inch up to 42-inch.
News from Bosch Security Systems (19 May 2008)
Statistics on timbers prices and wood production
Technical Background Article Latest national statistics on timber price indices, and the latest national statistics on UK wood production and trade (provisional results), produced by Forestry Commission
News from Forestry Commission (19 May 2008)
Copal Group puts roof space systems online
Copal Group launch new website in incorporating Roof Space Systems - a solution for homebuilders that helps slash the time and cost involved in constructing 'room-in-the-roof' homes.
News from Copal Group (19 May 2008)
Joris Ide makes micro rib panel super flat
Joris Ide's 'green' micro rib is super straight, super quick to install and super easy to work with.
News from Joris Ide (19 May 2008)
New UK product manager for Advance Steel
Adris new UK Product Manager for Graitec's Advance Steel design software, a globally recognised solution for structural design and detailing.
News from Adris Computing Concepts (19 May 2008)
Hill newsletter focuses on excavator attachments
Hill Engineering, designer and manufacturer of the unique 'Safety First' Auto-Loc fully automatic excavator quick hitch, has published the first issue of Attachments Focus.
News from Hill Engineering (19 May 2008)
Stanley wins Access Control Product of Year Award
Stanley Security Products new iPAC system landed a prestigious IFSEC 2008 Security Industry Award.
News from Stanley Security Solutions (19 May 2008)
Marshalls wins top safety award
Marshalls plc has scoops prestigious safety award from the British Safety Council, one of the world's leading training and advisory bodies.
News from Marshalls plc (19 May 2008)
Free behavioural safety posters
Refreshing range of safety posters with a behavioural twist have been made available for free download from the Safety Bonus website.
News from Safety Bonus (19 May 2008)
CFA launches Approved Distributor Scheme
The Construction Fixings Association (CFA) is launching an Approved Distributor scheme in a new move to drive up standards within the fixings industry.
News from Construction Fixings Association (19 May 2008)
Call for a new code of practice on fixings
Technical Background Article Construction Fixings Association is calling for the implementation of a code of practice to govern the specification and installation of construction fixings.
News from Construction Fixings Association (19 May 2008)
Kem Edwards are inaugural Associate Members of CFA
Kem Edwards are the first 'Approved Distributors' to be appointed as Associate Members of the Construction Fixings Association (CFA) under this new membership category.
News from KEM Edwards (19 May 2008)
Sandtoft locally manufactured products
Sandtoft helps house builder reap benefits of using locally manufactured products.
News from Sandtoft Roof Tiles (19 May 2008)
New porous pave system from Addagrip
Addagrip and the A Proctor Group have jointly developed Addagrip Porous Proctor Pave, a porous and hardwearing pavement using a resin-bound finish.
News from Addagrip Surface Treatments (19 May 2008)
Boosting energy efficiency and EU planning
Technical Background Article Hannes Lutz, Product Manager, CentraLine on boosting energy efficiency in response to new EU planning requirements for ventilation and air conditioning systems (EN 13779).
News from CentraLine (19 May 2008)
Pleasure and pane as historic home is transformed
User Application Article Specialist window manufacturer Newstead Trade Frames has harnessed modern techniques to overcome stringent conservation issues at an historic Staffordshire home.
News from Newstead Trade Frames (19 May 2008)
Credit crunch and Lydney refurbishment work
User Application Article Credit crunch ill wind blows up a storm of refurbishment work for Lydney Containers.
News from Lydney Group (19 May 2008)
KNX lighting system tracks the sun
User Application Article One of the intelligent lighting systems offered by Electrak Limited, a member of KNX UK, has been utilised within the Government's new Passport office in Liverpool.
News from KNX UK (19 May 2008)
More Icopal systems achieve BBA approval
Two products from waterproofing systems manufacturer Icopal have become their latest specialist building membranes to achieve BBA accreditation. Brochure Available
News from Icopal (19 May 2008)
H+H aircrete helps Barratt Green House to Level 6
H+H aircrete products are making a major contribution to Barratt's highly successful Green House at the Building Research Establishment's Innovation Park.
News from H+H Celcon (19 May 2008)
Facelifts 34 metre Bronto lifted onto barge
User Application Article Facelift recently worked with offshore service company Oceanteam to help them survey a huge 'A' frame based on their multi-functional cable installation barge, the 92 metre CLB Explorer.
News from Facelift Access Hire (19 May 2008)
Archaeological investigations at CEMEX
The first archaeological finds at CEMEX UK's Kingsmead Quarry, Horton, Berkshire, have revealed a hidden history going back over 10,000 years to the end of the last Ice Age.
News from CEMEX (19 May 2008)
Eastern promise for Clark Contracts
Appointment of new Construction Manager for the Clark Contracts Construction East division in Edinburgh.
News from Clark Contracts (19 May 2008)
Freefoam launches new double plank cladding
New cladding product is an addition to the Fortex textured wood effect range and is available in white, storm grey, sable, pale gold and a new pale blue colour.
News from Freefoam Plastics (19 May 2008)
'Think Brick' website showcases best of brick
Technical Background Article The 'Think Brick' website is packed with information, from great brick projects to technical downloads.
News from Brick Development Association (19 May 2008)
Sunday Times rank Kingspan high up on Green List
Kingspan Insulated Panels have achieved 20th place overall and 1st place for Wales in the Sunday Times Green List.
News from Kingspan Insulated Panels (19 May 2008)
Compliance with 17th Edition wiring regulations
Domae and Qwikline II consumer units from Square D, a brand of Schneider Electric, have been specifically designed to accept additional new RCDs, MCBs and RCBOs.
News from Schneider Electric (19 May 2008)
Portable evaporative air coolers
Prepare for summer heat wave and keep your office cool with Convair bioclimatic portable evaporative air coolers.
News from Scott Brothers (19 May 2008)
Sound Service support for Noise Action Week
Technical Background Article Noise Action Week is co-ordinated by Environmental Protection UK the environmental protection charity supported by pollution control professionals
News from Sound Service (Oxford) (19 May 2008)
AllWeather Plastics switch to GAP
AllWeather Plastics has recently switched supplier to leading home improvement stockist GAP.
News from GAP (19 May 2008)
Strawbale home is Grand Designs Eco Home of 2008
User Application Article A strawbale home in Wales which amazonails helped design and build was voted Grand Designs Eco Home of 2008 during the recent Grand Designs Live exhibition and associated Channel 4 TV programmes.
News from amazonails (19 May 2008)
Dangers of Carbon Monoxide (CO) the silent killer
FireAngel manufacture a full range of Carbon Monoxide alarms to suit each and every need, all are independently tested and certified to the latest European standard BS EN 50291.
News from FireAngel (19 May 2008)
Axiom Advocates host Construction Law event
The Third Thursday series hosted by Axiom Advocates continued with a seminar on construction law.
News from Axiom (19 May 2008)
Domestic Window Coverings Market UK 2008-2012
New AMA report provides a major review of the UK domestic window coverings market.
News from AMA Research (19 May 2008)
Energy efficiency lighting and extended lamp life
Commercial properties can now benefit a new range of linear fluorescent lamps developed by GE Lighting Limited which are extended length of lamp life and as well as significant energy savings.
News from GE Consumer & Industrial Lighting (19 May 2008)
Sound insulation from Proactive
Proactive Procurement has set up Proactive Acoustic Solutions to promote and distribute a wide range of acoustic products aimed at architects, specifiers, building contractors and house builders
News from Proactive Procurement (19 May 2008)
On Trend tile collection launched into Focus
Collection of striking new wall and floor tile designs launched into top UK DIY retailer Focus, produced exclusively by leading UK tile manufacturer British Ceramic Tile.
News from British Ceramic Tile (BCT) (19 May 2008)
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