January 2011
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2011 Dulux Select Decorator of the Year announced
Dulux Trade |Mon, 10 Jan 2011
Dulux Select Decorator, Wayne de Wet, is celebrating after being awarded the Grand Prize in the Dulux Select Decorator of the Year Awards 2011.
ABC+D features developments in escalator design
ABC+D Magazine |Mon, 17 Jan 2011
ABC+D reports that architects will be able to create escalators in freeform curves thanks to the first development in design since the moving stairway was invented by Charles Seeberger in 1897.
ABC+D looks at top-down construction benefits
ABC+D Magazine |Fri, 14 Jan 2011
Sheila McCusker of MSMR Architects explains how top-down construction helped to gain floor area at a recent residential development in London.
Abloy develops wireless locking system
Abloy UK |Wed, 26 Jan 2011
Abloy UK has launched a patented wireless locking system which combines the assurance of mechanical security with the benefits of access control in one key system.
Abloy launches door closer range
Abloy UK |Wed, 26 Jan 2011
Assa Abloy branded door closers have been designed to meet the needs of the UK market and is backed by full customer services, technical and marketing support.
Abloy welcomes customers to new training academy
Abloy UK |Wed, 26 Jan 2011
Abloy UK has hosted its first customer event at the Assa Abloy Academy in Portobello, West Midlands.
Acoustic Windcatchers for Ark Academy
Monodraught |Wed, 12 Jan 2011
A Monodraught Windcatcher system featuring acoustic linings forms part of the natural ventilation strategy at Ark Academy, Wembley Park, London.
Ancon takes its Teplotie to Ecobuild download
Ancon Building Products |Mon, 10 Jan 2011
Ancon Building Products is joining other manufacturers of sustainable, energy efficient construction products and showcasing its products at Ecobuild.
Armourcoat plaster used in low carbon building
Armourcoat Surface Finishes |Wed, 12 Jan 2011
Severn Trent Water's operations centre in Coventry incorporates eco-friendly Armourcoat polished plaster.
Baxi Commercial Division stand at Building Centre
BDR Thermea |Wed, 12 Jan 2011
Baxi Commercial Division has a permanent stand at The Building Centre in London, offering visitors a hands-on experience of high efficiency and LZC (Low to Zero Carbon) products.
BBA Certificates awarded in December
British Board of Agrement (BBA) |Fri, 21 Jan 2011
The Agrement Certificates awarded and certificates issued against the requirements of the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) by the BBA during 1-31 December 2010.
BIFM looks at challenges for workplace managers
ABC+D Magazine |Thu, 27 Jan 2011
The British Institute of Facilities Managers (BIFM) reports on how higher office densities and flexible working are creating new challenges for workplace managers.
Bio-diverse green roof from Alumasc
Alumasc Exterior Building Products |Fri, 14 Jan 2011
Alumasc has provided a series of Zinco bio-diverse green roofs for London's mixed-use development Regent's Place.
Biomass and micro-CHP systems from BDR Thermea
BDR Thermea |Mon, 17 Jan 2011
BDR Thermea, formerly Baxi Group, will be demonstrating its broad range of low and zero carbon (LZC) solutions for new build and social housing developments at Ecobuild.
Brett Landscaping examines shared spaces planning
ABC+D Magazine |Tue, 18 Jan 2011
Andrew Gill, specification product manager at Brett Landscaping explains how early stage planning is key to the successful development of shared spaces.
Cavity Closer helps building regulation compliance download
Cavity Trays |Thu, 27 Jan 2011
Cavity Trays launches the Continuity Closer to avoid thermal spiking and gaps in the building fabric of a building, and to achieve uniform insulations, helping building regulations compliance.
Cavity Trays discusses wall cavity insulation
Cavity Trays |Fri, 7 Jan 2011
Timer frame construction calls for the exterior wall cavity to be compartmented and Cavity Trays discusses the barrier issues that arise.
Cedral Weatherboard used at garden centre
Marley Eternit |Mon, 10 Jan 2011
Cedral Weatherboard from Marley Eternit has been used to transform an old, derelict garage site in Portslade, East Sussex, into a home and garden centre.
Celotex insulations featured on Travelodge
Celotex |Wed, 5 Jan 2011
High performance products from Celotex have been specified for a Travelodge in Maidstone, Kent, to provide cost effective thermal efficiency to minimise heating costs.
Clos-o-Mat launches WRAS approved toilet
Clos-o-Mat |Tue, 4 Jan 2011
Total Hygiene has launched the Clos-o-Mat Palma Vita to help the 2million+ Muslims in the UK comply with their religious beliefs.
Clos-o-Mat toileting meets all needs
Clos-o-Mat |Fri, 14 Jan 2011
Total Hygiene's Clos-o-Mat 'wash and dry' toilet range offers a single WC to meet all the needs of differing disabilities, ages, cultures and religions.
Concealed door closers enhance appearance of Savoy
Samuel Heath and Sons |Wed, 12 Jan 2011
Perko Powermatic concealed door closers have been used as part of the refurbishment of The Savoy, London.
Condensing Fastflo from Andrews Water Heaters
BDR Thermea |Wed, 12 Jan 2011
The Fastflo from Andrews Water Heaters was the first commercial internal wall mounted condensing gas-fired continuous flow water heater available on the UK market.
Contour Casings launches wall copings brochure
Contour Casings |Mon, 31 Jan 2011
Contour Casings has produced a comprehensive technical brochure detailing its latest ranges of aluminium wall copings, column casings and fascia and soffit systems.
DDP looks at Liverpool's Edge Lane Project
ABC+D Magazine |Thu, 27 Jan 2011
Mark Aylward, associate partner at the Manchester office of independent planning consultancy DPP, takes a look at Liverpool's Edge Lane Project.
Dimplex launches heat pumps to renewables market
Dimplex UK |Tue, 4 Jan 2011
Dimplex is to show additions to its extensive heat pump range at Ecobuild, with new models in its Smartrad fan convector series and a range of hot water cylinders.
Dinwiddie Maclaren Architects case study in ABC&D
ABC+D Magazine |Fri, 14 Jan 2011
Dinwiddie Maclaren Architects recently completed two school projects to particular specifications, hitting many complications and constraints along the way.
Domestic sewage plants in ABC+D
ABC+D Magazine |Tue, 18 Jan 2011
WPL talks us through everything we need to know when buying a domestic sewage plant.
Dulux Trade delivers bespoke coloured exteriors
Dulux Trade |Thu, 20 Jan 2011
Dulux Trade experts were commissioned to create a colourful design scheme for the exterior of Plymouth Community Homes properties at Estover Estate.
Dulux Trade products protect historical college
Dulux Trade |Wed, 5 Jan 2011
Wellington College in Berkshire has relied upon the expertise of LSM Decorating Contractors to maintain its expansive estate - a Dulux Trade Contract Partner - for more than 20 years.
Dulux Trade woodcare used in residential project
Dulux Trade |Mon, 24 Jan 2011
Cambridge Property Management turned to Dulux Trade to provide its woodcare expertise for a planned maintenance project at Brooklands Court, Cambridge.
Ecobuild conference and 130 free seminars
Ecobuild |Thu, 27 Jan 2011
Human rights campaigner, Bianca Jagger joins Professor Brian Cox, Tim Smit of the Eden Project, Baroness Susan Greenfield and others, in delivering this year's Ecobuild lecture series.
EDA Arboricultural add-on for ZWCAD software
EDA Systems |Mon, 24 Jan 2011
EDA Systems will be showcasing two purpose-built software applications for arboriculturalists at the Urban Trees Research Conference.
Fakro roof windows for added security
Fakro GB |Fri, 14 Jan 2011
Huddersfield architectural consultants Design Line has selected Fakro windows for its office extension to make effective use of natural light.
Fakro roof windows resist break-ins
Fakro GB |Fri, 14 Jan 2011
The Fakro Topsafe system offers security against burglaries, evident in a recent case which took place on a clay plain tiled roof.
Fakro Topsafe offers added roof window security
Fakro GB |Fri, 14 Jan 2011
Fakro GB will be highlighting its patented Topsafe system at Ecobuild, with a minimum Class 3 EN13049 for safety and security in standard roof windows.
Fascia range from Contour Casings
Contour Casings |Mon, 31 Jan 2011
Contour Casings specialises in the design and manufacture of fascia and soffit profiles including curved, bullnose and elliptical designs.
Fermacell launches Greenline to tackle VOCs
Fermacell |Mon, 17 Jan 2011
Fermacell will be using Ecobuild to introduce Greenline - a new product that effectively tackles VOCs (volatile organic compounds).
Finnforest looks at environmental agenda in retail
ABC+D Magazine |Wed, 19 Jan 2011
ABC+D explores how engineered timber systems are providing a solution to modern construction challenges that also meets the growing environmental agenda of retail organisations.
Fire alarm systems in retail environments
ABC+D Magazine |Tue, 18 Jan 2011
Fireco looks at how the retail sector could use a mobile approach to fire alerting for the deaf.
Flexible Waterproofing for Basements
Safeguard Europe |Wed, 12 Jan 2011
Vandex Flexbit is a polymer modified bitumen compound for basement waterproofing applications.
Flir launches extended thermal imaging training
Flir Systems |Wed, 12 Jan 2011
FLIR launches its extended Infrared Training Centre (ITC) programme for 2011 with the message that dedicated training in thermal imaging isn't an extra cost, it's an investment in payback.
Flir offers foundation course for thermal imaging
Flir Systems |Tue, 18 Jan 2011
Thermal imaging is a non-invasive technique to monitor the condition of buildings and is a suitable method of providing an instant snapshot of energy loss.
Flir offers lower cost for thermal imaging camera
Flir Systems |Mon, 31 Jan 2011
Flir Systems has introduced a thermal imaging camera for building inspection, available at one of the lowest prices on the market.
Flooring contractors need deliver projects on time
ABC+D Magazine |Wed, 19 Jan 2011
Neil Sanders, technical manager at F Ball and Co, explains how time is the biggest challenge for developers carrying out refits or refurbs within the retail sector.
Free renewables training at Ecobuild
Ecobuild |Thu, 13 Jan 2011
Take advantage of the growing demand for renewable technologies with free training at Ecobuild Installer.
Freefoam introduces new market leading guarantees
Freefoam Plastics UK |Thu, 6 Jan 2011
New guarantees for the , innovative roofline and rainwater products will help Freefoam stockists and registered installers maintain their competitive advantage.
Glidevale Protects compliance for Lite Homes
Glidevale |Wed, 5 Jan 2011
Lite Homes is creating homes designed to be as eco-friendly as possible and exceed standard specification for the price range of GBP150,000+.
Glidevale Sunscoop meets Decent Homes standard
Glidevale |Tue, 4 Jan 2011
Glidevale Sunscoop tubular rooflights have been used in a property upgrade programme by Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council, upgrading housing stock to Decent Homes and building regulations standards.
Hydro-Brake Flow Control stops floods in Glasgow
Hydro International |Fri, 21 Jan 2011
Hydro-Brake Flow Control devices have been installed as part of Glasgow City Council's White Cart Water Flood Prevention scheme.
Hydropath looks at microgenaration technologies
ABC+D Magazine |Mon, 17 Jan 2011
More people are considering microgenaration technologies as an alternative to conventional energy as fuel prices rise, says Hydropath.
illbruck Duo Foil chosen for One Brighton
Tremco illbruck |Wed, 12 Jan 2011
Tremco illbruck's Duo Foil sealant strip has been employed to seal the envelope of an eco-friendly residential development in Brighton, One Brighton.
Increased demand for AutoCAD alternative from EDA
EDA Systems |Mon, 24 Jan 2011
EDA Systems, UK distributor of ZWCAD, has reported a steady growth in sales of ZWSoft's ZWCAD during 2010.
Inside The Savoy Hotel restoration
ABC+D Magazine |Mon, 24 Jan 2011
The restoration project at The Savoy has seen it being taken back to its early structure, stabilised and given an entirely new services infrastructure.
John Brash Antislip decking at school outdoor area
John Brash & Co |Wed, 12 Jan 2011
John Brash's JB Antislip Plus decking has been specified for an outdoor seating area at the Great Cornard Upper School in Suffolk.
John Brash keeps deliveries flowing during snow
John Brash & Co |Wed, 12 Jan 2011
John Brash's Lincolnshire headquarters continues production and deliveries despite harsh weather conditions during December.
John Brash shingles used on RIBA sports academy
John Brash & Co |Wed, 5 Jan 2011
John Brash Western Red Cedar shingles have been used on the domed roofs of a sports academy in Scunthorpe.
Johnstone's launches colourful paint app
Johnstone's |Mon, 10 Jan 2011
Johnstone's has launched the Colourmate iPhone app to meet the everyday demands faced by professional decorators.
Kaba identifies door system requirements
ABC+D Magazine |Wed, 19 Jan 2011
Hannah Jones from Kaba Door Systems discusses the challenge of balancing user-friendly access, energy efficiency and building sustainability.
Kalwall cladding lights up hospital building
Stoakes Systems |Mon, 24 Jan 2011
A feature walkway at Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham, designed by BDP, is clad with Kalwall, pierced at intervals with clear glazed full height windows.
Kalwall system diffuses light evenly
Stoakes Systems |Mon, 24 Jan 2011
Kalwall skylights have been utilised at Darwen Academy to deliver optimum levels of light.
Kingspan shows renewable technology at Ecobuild
Kingspan Renewables |Tue, 11 Jan 2011
Kingspan Renewables, the new identity for Kingspan Solar and Kingspan Hot Water Systems, will be exhibiting its complete renewable package solutions at Ecobuild 2011.
Klober looks at building airtightness at Ecobuild
Klober |Wed, 19 Jan 2011
Klober is to focus on building fabric airtightness research at Ecobuild 2011, in relation to compliance with Approved Document L1A and Level 4 of the Code for Sustainable Homes.
Las Vegas guestrooms features Perko door closers
Samuel Heath and Sons |Mon, 17 Jan 2011
Perko Powermatic controlled, concealed door closers have been supplied to the ARIA Resort and Casino in Las Vegas.
Long service awards at Freefoam Building Products
Freefoam Plastics UK |Wed, 12 Jan 2011
Freefoam Building Products, manufacturer of PVC building products, announce long service awards for three members of the UK team.
Marley Eternit Natura Pro offers stain protection
Marley Eternit |Wed, 19 Jan 2011
Marley Eternit's Natura Pro fibre cement rainscreen cladding has formed the central visual element of the Bexhill High School building in East Sussex.
Marley Eternit tiles used on low energy house
Marley Eternit |Fri, 28 Jan 2011
Tiles from Marley Eternit have been used on a sustainable roof on Scotland's first affordable low energy house, recently opened at South Lanarkshire College in East Kilbride.
Mitsubishi supplies solar PV system for church
Mitsubishi Electric Living Environmental Systems |Fri, 14 Jan 2011
Solar Photovoltaic (PV) power generating panels from Mitsubishi Electric have been installed at All Saints Church, Wing with Grove in Buckinghamshire.
Mitsubishi upgrades air conditioning at Nationwide
Mitsubishi Electric Living Environmental Systems |Fri, 14 Jan 2011
Holborn Building Services is helping the Nationwide Building Society to upgrade the air conditioning systems in several retail branches.
Mix and match EffEff Profix II range from Abloy UK
Abloy UK |Wed, 26 Jan 2011
Abloy UK, sole distributor of EffEff products in the UK, is offering flexibility with the Profix II product range offering strikes and faceplates separately according to function.
Mouldings for trade professionals from Burbidge
Richard Burbidge |Thu, 6 Jan 2011
Richard Burbidge is offering Trade Classics, a range of architectural mouldings in simple, classic designs, specially designed for trade professionals.
Multi-Opening Cavitray from Cavity Trays
Cavity Trays |Tue, 18 Jan 2011
Cavity Trays discusses the double arrestment benefit of its Multi-Opening Cavitray.
Multi-purpose adhesive and sealant from Sika
Sika |Mon, 31 Jan 2011
Sikaflex EBT adhesive and sealant offers users flexibility with a multi-purpose product for all DIY jobs.
Nash Partnership discusses future of regeneration
ABC+D Magazine |Thu, 27 Jan 2011
Following the recent spending review, the outlook for regeneration should be considered optimistic according to Edward Nash, architect and urban regeneration specialist, Nash Partnership.
New adjustable friction restraining stay
Strand Hardware |Wed, 26 Jan 2011
Strand Hardware introduce the new D7095 surface mounted stay to their range of friction stays.
NICEIC campaign to encourage female contractors
NICEIC |Thu, 20 Jan 2011
NICEIC has launched its 'Jobs for the girls', campaign aimed at encouraging more women into the electrical contracting industry.
NICEIC industry event is announced
NICEIC |Mon, 17 Jan 2011
NICEIC announces its first conference and exhibition, a hub of business advice and technical information for electrical contractors.
NICEIC launches microgeneration jargon buster download
NICEIC |Tue, 11 Jan 2011
NICEIC has launched a jargon buster as 2011 is set to be a key year for microgeneration, providing definitions for key industry terms, and helping those installing renewable energy devices at home.
NICIEC campaign leads to rogue trader prosecution
NICEIC |Fri, 7 Jan 2011
Following the launch of Wall of Shame, NICIEC has welcomed action taken by Trading Standards against a building firm that falsely claimed to be a member of the electrical accreditation body.
Open door policy from Abloy UK is safe and secure
Abloy UK |Wed, 26 Jan 2011
Guy Willott of Assa Abloy Access Control, looks at challenges faced by local authorities responsible for healthcare buildings and the products available that combine security, safety and convenience.
Osram explores low energy lighting for hotels
ABC+D Magazine |Wed, 19 Jan 2011
Dave Ellis, national sales manager - specification, Osram, looks at how energy efficient lighting for hotels, can create a welcoming environment while reducing energy costs.
Oventrop produces a mixed mode services solution
Oventrop UK |Wed, 26 Jan 2011
Oventrop valves have helped South Gloucestershire Council to gain a BREEAM 'Excellent' rating for its offices in Yate, South Gloucestershire.
Over 130 seminar sessions at Ecobuild 2011
Ecobuild |Thu, 13 Jan 2011
The Ecobuild 2011 seminar programme offers more than 130 sessions covering the most pressing and important issues for built environment professionals.
Passive Fire Protection seminar from Chiltern
Chiltern International Fire & Chiltern Dynamics |Wed, 12 Jan 2011
Chiltern International Fire (CIF) and BM TRADA Certification have introduced a technical seminar and live fire demonstration day, Passive Fire Protection Explained.
Passivent contributes to 'Excellent' rating
Passivent |Tue, 4 Jan 2011
Passivent has helped a new home for part of the Ministry of Defence to optimise environmental friendliness and cost efficiency.
Passivent ventilation offers more for less
Passivent |Tue, 4 Jan 2011
Changes to building regulations and calculation methods reveal that a passive approach to domestic ventilation can deliver more for less in initial installation and lifetime costs.
Polyflor invests in designer showroom
Polyflor |Tue, 25 Jan 2011
Polyflor has invested in a new showroom to display the company's wide range of products.
Polyflor launches decorative PUR flooring
Polyflor |Thu, 6 Jan 2011
Pearlazzo PUR is the latest homogeneous product to be launched by commercial vinyl floorcoverings manufacturer Polyflor.
Polyflor named Supplier of the Year by IFDA
Polyflor |Tue, 25 Jan 2011
Members of the Independent Flooring Distributors Association (IFDA) have voted Polyflor Floorcovering Supplier of the Year for 2010.
Potterton Commercial upgrades Eurocondense boilers
BDR Thermea |Wed, 12 Jan 2011
The Eurocondense three from Potterton Commercial has the smallest footprint of any gas-fired condensing boiler on the UK market for the kW rated output.
PVCu contributes to sustainable build programmes
ABC+D Magazine |Mon, 17 Jan 2011
Chris Coxon, marketing manager at Eurocell, looks at why the benefits of PVCu make it the material of choice for doors and windows.
REHAU profiles create efficient building envelope
REHAU |Fri, 7 Jan 2011
Solar Windows demonstrates a range of its systems in PVC-U and composite materials, which can create a more efficient building envelope.
RMD Kwikform bridge for Environment Agency project
RMD Kwikform |Tue, 18 Jan 2011
RMD Kwikform designs lightweight single span temporary access pedestrian bridge for Interserve Project Services' restoration project to refurbish the Southease bridge for the Environment Agency.
Ronacrete involved in large scale concrete repairs download
Ronacrete |Wed, 12 Jan 2011
Three blocks of flats at Loughborough Estate Lambeth, have been repaired using Ronacrete concrete repair products.
Roof condensation issues discussed in ABC&D
ABC+D Magazine |Mon, 17 Jan 2011
In the light of new NHBC guidelines, Kevin Ley, technical manager at Redland takes a look at the problem of condensation in roof spaces.
Roofshield used in Eco Barn project
A Proctor Group |Mon, 10 Jan 2011
The A Proctor Group has recently donated four rolls of its high specification, pitched roof underlay, Roofshield to an Eco Barn project for Burton Roofing Merchants.
Sandtoft Roof Tiles delivers restoration expertise
Sandtoft Roof Tiles |Tue, 18 Jan 2011
A TV series aiming to reconstruct a Roman villa using only tools and materials from AD 20, has received a helping hand from Sandtoft Roof Tiles.
Sarnafil roofing system achieves low carbon living
Sika Sarnafil |Wed, 5 Jan 2011
Sika Sarnafil's single ply has been utilised in a recently completed urban regeneration project in Leeds.
Schluter offers green underfloor heating system
Schluter-Systems |Thu, 27 Jan 2011
The Schluter-Bekotec-Therm underfloor heating system offers environmental benefits and requires a 30 per cent thinner screed, which helps distribute heat faster and evenly.
Schueco to save, generate and network energy
Schueco UK |Thu, 20 Jan 2011
At the BAU exhibition in Munich, Schueco demonstrated how they can help create buildings that save, generate and network energy.
Schueco UK to exhibit solar thermal portfolio
Schueco UK |Tue, 18 Jan 2011
Schueco UK will be showcasing its solar thermal and PV products and range of window, facade and door systems at Ecobuild.
Security and design guidelines for bollards
ABC+D Magazine |Thu, 27 Jan 2011
Romy Rawlings at Woodhouse discusses how PAS 68 and PAS 69 security and design guidelines for bollards work together to avoid any compromise between aesthetics and performance.
SEDBUK 2009 ratings are causing confusion
Bosch Thermotechnology |Thu, 27 Jan 2011
The new SEDBUK 2009 ratings are causing unnecessary confusion in the domestic heating market and risk alienating consumers, according to Worcester, Bosch Group.
See Ancon at the UK Concrete Show 2011.
Ancon Building Products |Mon, 10 Jan 2011
Ancon is showcasing its products at the UK Concrete Show 2011, featuring two shear load connectors which have been engineered for suspended and ground bearing concrete slabs.
Senior Architectural Systems for research centre
Senior Architectural Systems |Wed, 12 Jan 2011
The Cancer and Genetics building in Cardiff features doors, casement windows and curtain walling from Senior Architectural Systems.
Sika admixture for CFA piling concrete
Sika |Fri, 7 Jan 2011
Hanson Easypile from Hanson Concrete has been developed with Sika and incorporates the admixture system Sika Pilepack.
Sika launches comprehensive iPhone app
Sika |Tue, 11 Jan 2011
Sika has launched an app for the iPhone allowing professionals to locate nationwide stockists and access the full product catalogue.
Sika secret fix system used on mixed facade
Sika |Wed, 5 Jan 2011
Sikatack Panel Adhesive advanced secret fix cladding adhesive system from Sika has been used to install a facade comprising of four different cladding materials.
Space Air achieves ISO 14001 Standard
Space Airconditioning |Wed, 19 Jan 2011
Space Airconditioning holds registration under the environmental standard ISO14001:2004, in the category of 'Distributors of air conditioning equipment and manufacture of ancillary components'.
Spacetherm reduces cold spots in pool application
A Proctor Group |Mon, 17 Jan 2011
Spacetherm Cold Bridge Strips supplied by the A Proctor Group have been used in the wall construction for the spectator area as part of the Edinburgh Commonwealth Swimming Pool refurbishment.
Stainless steel benefits for healthcare
ABC+D Magazine |Tue, 18 Jan 2011
Steve Duree, commercial director at Pland Stainless, explains why the properties of stainless steel made it a suitable choice for The Peterborough City Hospital project.
Stannah improves access at Cardiff Central Station
Stannah |Mon, 24 Jan 2011
Stannah has completed the installation of a scenic Passenger lift within in the Art Deco ticket hall of Cardiff Central Station.
Stone specification for the leisue market
ABC+D Magazine |Mon, 24 Jan 2011
Isabella Arpino, sales and marketing director, New Image Stone, says suppliers need to offer real intelligence regarding fit-for-purpose in the stone market for the hotel and leisure markets.
Strand Hardware Electronic Outside Access Device
Strand Hardware |Wed, 26 Jan 2011
Strand Hardware have launched the new PH381 Electronic Outside Access Device to compliment the range of Emergency and Panic Exit Hardware.
Tata Steel looks at zero carbon warehouse design
ABC+D Magazine |Mon, 24 Jan 2011
Tata Steel and the British Constructional Steelwork Association (BCSA) have commissioned The Target Zero report on warehouses, detailing how to achieve low or zero carbon buildings.
Tensar geogrid supports roman villa recreation
Tensar International |Thu, 27 Jan 2011
Tensar's Triax geogrid has been used to stabilise the recreation of a Roman Villa for Channel 4's programme 'Rome Wasn't Built in a Day'.
The benefits of pre-fabricated wiring systems
ABC+D Magazine |Thu, 27 Jan 2011
Neil Ancell, managing director of Modular Wiring Systems, explains modular wiring systems, highlighting the key benefits, mainly for commercial and industrial sites, of these pre-fabricated systems.
Toolstation unveils latest products in catalogue
Toolstation |Wed, 12 Jan 2011
Toolstation's catalogue 38 is brimming features a wide range of products, top brands and low trade prices.
TRADA arranges top level speakers for Timber Expo
TRADA Technology |Thu, 20 Jan 2011
TRADA is in discussion with top level architects and designers, inviting them to speak at In Touch with Timber 2011.
TRADA offers course on scaffold board safety
TRADA Technology |Mon, 10 Jan 2011
TRADA Technology has repackaged its scaffold board grading course, to help address issues of safety on site.
TRADA offers discount on EC5 seminar
TRADA Technology |Fri, 21 Jan 2011
TRADA Technology has repackaged its 'Design to Eurocode 5' workshop as an in house seminar, to be led by Senior Structural Engineer Dr Keerthi Ranasinghe.
TRADA Technology appoints Eurocodes Consultant
TRADA Technology |Mon, 31 Jan 2011
TRADA Technology appoints Dr Keerthi Ranasinghe as principal consultant for Eurocodes, to assist timber manufacturers and suppliers to understand the impact Eurocode 5 (EC5) could have on businesses.
TRADA timber tours at Ecobuild
TRADA Technology |Tue, 4 Jan 2011
TRADA will be offering guided 'Timber tours' around members' stands at Ecobuild to highlight the latest innovations in timber and timber-related products.
Tremco illbruck shows energy saving glazing range
Tremco illbruck |Tue, 25 Jan 2011
Tremco illbruck will be introducing a range of energy saving glazing products at the 2011 Ecobuild exhibition.
Trespa panels chosen for Grand Pier refurb
Panel Systems |Fri, 7 Jan 2011
Trespa panels have been specified for the transformation of the Grand Pier following fire damage, fabricated and supplied by Panel Systems.
Ty Unnos selected for TRADA funding
TRADA Technology |Fri, 7 Jan 2011
Dr Keerthi Ranasinghe, senior structural engineer, TRADA urges architects to challenge engineers with designs where full use of Eurocode 5 can be made to push the boundaries of construction.
VM Zinc takes G3 range to Ecobuild
Umicore VM Zinc |Thu, 20 Jan 2011
VM Zinc will be exhibiting its G3 range of standing seam ridge and eaves flashing accessories at Ecobuild 2011.
Vortice launches e-commerce website
Vortice |Mon, 24 Jan 2011
Vortice successfully launches a new e-commerce website in line with its policy of continuous improvement.
Vortice to show heat recovery systems at Ecobuild
Vortice |Mon, 24 Jan 2011
Vortice will be showing a selection of its energy efficient ventilation systems at Ecobuild including two different heat recovery systems.
VRVQ system installed at Space Air office
Space Airconditioning |Thu, 27 Jan 2011
The Daikin VRVQ system has been developed to replace the outdoor and indoor units of similar systems, and to operate with HCFC R22 refrigerant without replacing interconnecting pipe work.
Walltite from BASF endorsed by the BRE
BASF Polyurethane UK |Thu, 6 Jan 2011
BASF Polyurethane UK will be advising specifiers on how to use Walltite to meet and exceed new Part L building regulations using the thermally efficient, airtight spray foam insulant.
Wardrobe Sliding System from Hafele
Hafele |Tue, 4 Jan 2011
HAWA-Antea 50-80/VF is a flexible, hardware system for sliding doors available from Hafele UK.
Weatherite delivers heating system for teachers
Weatherite Building Services |Fri, 7 Jan 2011
Weatherite Building Services (WBS) has installed a heating system at Enfield teaching college.
Wernick delivers units to restricted access site
Wernick Hire |Mon, 10 Jan 2011
Wernick Hire has supplied a changing and shower room to Cranleigh Preparatory School in Surrey, where there was extremely restricted access to the site.
White Oak mouldings from Richard Burbidge
Richard Burbidge |Mon, 24 Jan 2011
Richard Burbidge is offering a range of solid White Oak mouldings, developed to help stockists capitalise on the rising demand for Oak throughout the home.
Worcester Bosch comments on EuP Directive
Bosch Thermotechnology |Fri, 7 Jan 2011
The EuP Directive, the European Commission's proposals to force heating manufacturers to design more energy efficient products, has been scheduled to go live by the end of the year.
Wrightstyle employee completes charity marathon
Wrightstyle |Mon, 17 Jan 2011
Scott Mulligan, a runner from Wrightstyle has successfully completed the Antarctic Ice Marathon, crossing the line in 9th place.
Yale Keyfree digital handle on Door-Stop doors
Door-Stop International |Tue, 25 Jan 2011
G2S Group's conversion rates have soared by 10 per cent since offering the Yale Keyfree digital handle, which is available exclusively on Door-Stop composite doors.
5 Star becomes Conservatory Outlet dealer
Conservatory Outlet |Thu, 20 Jan 2011
Conservatory Outlet welcomes 5 Star Windows and Conservatories into its network of installers.
Access Panels Direct introduces online ordering
Access Panels Direct |Fri, 21 Jan 2011
Access Panels Direct has launched a website enabling the purchase of access panels and accessories online.
ADAS carries out tree population study
ADAS |Mon, 17 Jan 2011
ADAS was tasked by the Department for Communities and Local Government with conducting a national scientific survey of urban tree populations.
Aktiva provides lighting for British Museum shop
Aktiva Systems |Tue, 4 Jan 2011
The British Museum's giftware is presented in the museum's Grenville Room, with B-Line's linear light providing illumination of the clothing racks.
ALM lamp and optics technologies suited for hotels
Alliance Lighting |Thu, 27 Jan 2011
ALM products utilise a range of lamp and optics technologies, and are suited for public buildings, exterior spaces, offices, hotels, retail environments and in some special residential applications.
Alu-Timber merges sustainable materials
The Parkside Group (Comar & Alu-Timber) |Mon, 17 Jan 2011
The Parkside Group has launched Alu-Timber, a range of aluminium/timber windows, doors and framing, that combines sustainably grown FSC or PEFC timbers with recyclable aluminium.
Alu-Timber website goes live
The Parkside Group (Comar & Alu-Timber) |Mon, 17 Jan 2011
The Parkside Group announces that the Alu-Timber website is now live, featuring comprehensive information on the range of aluminium/timber windows, doors and framing.
Ananda modular wellness space is customisable
Glass Idromassaggio |Wed, 26 Jan 2011
The hammam space, Ananda, designed by Doshi Levien for Glass Idromassaggio, is recipient of a 2011 'best steam team' Design Award from Wallpaper magazine.
Andy Grogan joins Distinction Doors
Distinction Doors |Mon, 31 Jan 2011
Andy Grogan has joined the Distinction Doors team following the recent takeover of Evergreen, where he has been a mainstay of that company's customer support for eight years.
Appliance keeps wine at ideal temperature
Kitchenaid |Wed, 19 Jan 2011
Kitchenaid's KRVX 6010 Wine Cellar keeps wine at the ideal temperature so it is ready to serve at a moment's notice.
Aqata adds corner option to sliding doors range
Aqata |Mon, 31 Jan 2011
Aqata has introduced a new corner option to its Spectra Sliding Doors range.
Armstrong acoustic canopies used by PizzaExpress
Armstrong Ceiling Systems |Tue, 25 Jan 2011
Circular canopies from Armstrong Ceilings can reduce noise levels by 50 per cent in The Living Lab - the first PizzaExpress restaurant designed with acoustics in mind.
Armstrong Ceilings offers online inspiration
Armstrong Ceiling Systems |Thu, 6 Jan 2011
Armstrong Ceilings has relaunched the 13th edition Book of Ideas as an online Inspiration Zone that showcases projects in various sectors throughout Europe.
Armstrong Ceilings releases latest A Book
Armstrong Ceiling Systems |Mon, 31 Jan 2011
The latest A Book guide to the designs that can be achieved with products from Armstrong Ceilings, and is designed to inspire architects, specifiers and interior designers.
ASSA ABLOY Launches door closer range
ASSA ABLOY |Wed, 5 Jan 2011
ASSA ABLOY launches an extensive range of branded door closers designed to meet the needs of the UK market.
Automated delivery route planning by Paragon
Paragon Software Systems |Tue, 18 Jan 2011
Window, door and conservatory manufacturer Future Products has revolutionised its transport operation with computerised route planning and scheduling from Paragon Software Systems.
B&Q opens more trade stores in London
B&Q plc |Thu, 13 Jan 2011
Tradepoint at B&Q, the Trade only building suppliers, will be opening four new counters at B&Q stores across London as well as creating new positions.
BAL boosts sales and marketing team
BAL - Building Adhesives Limited |Wed, 5 Jan 2011
Building Adhesives has strengthened its sales and marketing team with the appointment of David Hackett as sales and marketing director.
Bathgate services continue during big freeze
Bathgate Silica Sand |Thu, 20 Jan 2011
Bathgate Silica Sand has continued business as usual despite the recent harsh winter weather conditions which closed schools and businesses and stopped public transport.
Bathroom systems target sustainable buildings
Hansgrohe |Mon, 31 Jan 2011
Hansgrohe will exhibit at Ecobuild with a selection of water-saving showers, taps and thermostatic mixers.
Beard hosts construction industry development talk
Beard Construction |Fri, 14 Jan 2011
Sir Michael Latham, former Chairman of CITB-Construction Skills, has shared his views on the future of construction at Beard Construction's Guildford offices.
Bedsteads create traditional or contemporary look
Original Bedstead Company, The |Tue, 11 Jan 2011
The Original Bedstead Company offers a range of handcrafted metal bedsteads and headboards that create traditionally timeless or expressive contemporary looks.
Better Bathrooms offers chrome-finished brass taps
Better Bathrooms |Mon, 17 Jan 2011
Better Bathrooms has added three new designs, Cascade, Cube and Wave, to its tap collection.
Biometric Fingerprint Lock by Ironmongery Direct
Ironmongery Direct |Wed, 12 Jan 2011
Ironmongery Direct stocks the Biometric Fingerprint Door Lock, a secure and stylish way to keep internal and external door locks protected from unauthorised entry.
Birchdale Glass appointed partner of Quantum Glass
Birchdale Glass |Tue, 25 Jan 2011
Birchdale Glass has expanded its operations further following its appointment as a Certified Partner and Installer for Quantum Glass active glazing solutions.
B-Line lamps installed in hospital library
Aktiva Systems |Tue, 4 Jan 2011
Wilson Mason Architects designed the National Hospital's Rockefeller Library specifying B-Line over its bookcases and Two By Two with touch controls for the reader desks.
Blue Angel Eco-Label awarded to Lifeline floors
Upofloor Oy |Thu, 13 Jan 2011
Upofloor has been awarded the right to use the Blue Angel Eco-Label for four of its Lifeline products; CS and Forte sheet flooring, Lifeline tile and Lifeline luxury tile LT.
Bonhams to auction Lanesborough hotel furniture
Bonhams |Wed, 26 Jan 2011
A collection of furniture from London's Lanesborough hotel is to be sold at Bonhams, Knightsbridge, as part of its monthly Period Design sale on 29 March 2011.
Bonningtons provides aerial support for police
Bonningtons Aerial Surveys |Mon, 10 Jan 2011
Andrew Bonnington of Bonningtons discusses Eric Pickles drive to encourage the public sector to do more with less and the need to shift power away from central government to councils and communities.
Book showcases Armstrong Ceilings installations
Armstrong Ceilings |Mon, 31 Jan 2011
Armstrong Ceilings' latest A Book showcases the company's installations in education, healthcare, transport, office, and retail and leisure buildings all round the world.
Bowmer and Kirkland delivers goods for Ocado
Bowmer & Kirkland |Thu, 13 Jan 2011
Bowmer and Kirkland's expertise in the distribution sector has helped win the contract to build Ocado's second distribution hub at Dordon, North Warwickshire.
BPD Group announces internal appointment
Building Product Design Group |Wed, 5 Jan 2011
Building Product Design Group, which includes Glidevale, Passivent and Z-Led gas and damp protection, has appointed Nick Beswick to its Holdings board.
Brett Landscaping unveils Permcalc at Ecobuild
Brett Landscaping |Tue, 25 Jan 2011
Brett Landscaping will be unveiling its Permcalc software at Ecobuild, aiding the design of permeable sub-base in permeable paving systems.
Brett Martin delivers ventilation for school
Brett Martin Daylight Systems |Tue, 11 Jan 2011
Brett Martin Daylight Systems has supplied its Marvault rooflights and Xlok Ultra panel glazing systems to Hummersknott School and Language College in Darlington.
Brett Martin Soil System used on listed building
Brett Martin Plumbing and Drainage |Fri, 7 Jan 2011
The Cascade Cast Iron Style Soil system from Brett Martin Plumbing and Drainage has been used in the conversion of a Grade II listed building.
British Ceramic Tile updates Wintergarden range
British Ceramic Tile |Fri, 14 Jan 2011
British Ceramic Tile adds a beige colourway to its Wintergarden range of ceramic tiles.
BSI approved scaffold boards from Travis Perkins
Travis Perkins |Fri, 21 Jan 2011
Travis Perkins Group is encouraging customers of its Keyline and Travis Perkins builders' merchants to purchase timber scaffold boards approved by the British Standards Institute.
BSIF ensures respiratory protection for workers
BSIF |Mon, 10 Jan 2011
The British Safety Industry Federation (BSIF) Fit2Fit Fit Test Providers Accreditation Scheme is going from strength to strength.
C4Ci helps Taylor Wimpey upgrade affordable homes
C4Ci |Wed, 12 Jan 2011
C4Ci has assisted Taylor Wimpey to review its range of affordable house designs to meet Code for Sustainable Homes Levels 3 and 4.
CAB discusses aluminium and recycling
Council for Aluminium in Building (CAB) |Tue, 4 Jan 2011
'The Simple Truths about Aluminium and Recycling'; Justin Ratcliffe, chief executive, CAB, looks at issues ranging from low energy recycling to buildings being 'urban mines'.
Canopies help reduce noise in pizza restaurant
Armstrong Ceilings |Tue, 25 Jan 2011
Circular canopies from Armstrong Ceilings have helped reduce noise levels by 50 per cent in Pizza Express's Living Lab restaurant.
CEDIA Awards venue is announced
CEDIA |Tue, 25 Jan 2011
CEDIA (the Custom Electronic Design and Installation Association) has announced that the Gala Dinner night for the CEDIA Awards 2011 will take place at the One Mayfair in London's West End.
Cembrit roof shingles used on equestrian buildings
Cembrit |Thu, 20 Jan 2011
Cembrit's bitumen roofing shingles have been installed on three newly built equestrian buildings to create an attractive and long lasting finish.
Ceralite can be matched to any bathroom scheme
Bathrooms International |Wed, 19 Jan 2011
Bathrooms International is the exclusive supplier of basins and baths made from Ceralite technology, which allows the consumer or designer to match to any colour or decoration.
Charcoal storage boxes suit contemporary rooms
Ella's Kitchen Company |Mon, 17 Jan 2011
Ella's Kitchen Company is launching its new colour, 'Charcoal', in its range of hand-made, hand-painted storage boxes, which suit contemporary room styles.
Check voltage with Megger two-pole testers
Megger |Fri, 7 Jan 2011
Megger's TPT210 and TPT220 two-pole voltage testers are compact, durable and designed to provide electrical contractors with a safe and convenient way of checking voltages.
Chelsea Academy installs KI classroom furnitures
KI |Wed, 19 Jan 2011
KI has provided classroom furniture for the new Chelsea Academy in Lots Road, London, working with FF and E consultants Alligan and furniture suppliers Portsdown Education.
CHR Equipment lowers carbon consumption
CHR Equipment |Fri, 7 Jan 2011
The commercial catering industry is challenged with reducing its carbon consumption by more than 25 per cent by 2020, yet uses currently in excess of 21,600 million kWh a year.
CHR gains design, supply and install contracts
CHR Equipment |Wed, 26 Jan 2011
CHR Equipment announces that the start of 2011 has seen one of its fullest order books in its 20 year history.
Cintec wins contract to save first pyramid
Cintec America |Mon, 10 Jan 2011
Cintec has been enlisted by the High Council of Egyptian Antiquities to preserve the pyramid of Djoser, otherwise known as the Step Pyramid.
CIOB launches online research and funding database
Chartered Institute of Building [CIOB] |Tue, 25 Jan 2011
The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) estimates that UK construction can access more than GBP500 million worth of funding across Europe on an annual basis.
CIRIA releases environmental responsibility guide
CIRIA |Tue, 11 Jan 2011
CIRIA launches 'Environmental good practice on site' guide to help clients be more aware of responsibilities for environmental management, ensuring compliance with legal and other requirements.
CITB-ConstructionSkills publishes latest research
ConstructionSkills |Thu, 20 Jan 2011
More than a quarter of construction businesses in the UK have reduced their training activity in 2010, with 18 per cent planning to scale back training even further in 2011.
Clear switch plates blend subtly against walls
Hamilton Litestat |Tue, 18 Jan 2011
Perception switch plates and sockets feature completely concealed fixings and have been designed to blend subtly against the wall, allowing the wall covering to be visible through the clear plate.
Climate Change Minister at Retrofit Salford 2011
University of Salford |Fri, 28 Jan 2011
Greg Barker, Climate Change Minister, has addressed delegates at Retrofit Salford 2011, the UK's first conference dedicated to sustainably retrofitting existing housing stock.
CMS Acoustics delivers sound control system
CMS Acoustics |Mon, 24 Jan 2011
Regupol 4515 Eco, the high performance impact sound system from CMS Acoustics, has been installed at The Heights, Bedford, a conversion of the former BT Tower office block into apartments.
Colourful, practical homewares for Spring 2011
Maxwell and Williams |Wed, 12 Jan 2011
Maxwell and Williams has launched a collection of colourful, practical homewares for spring 2011.
Comar unveils Framing, Windows and Door System
The Parkside Group (Comar & Alu-Timber) |Mon, 17 Jan 2011
Following extensive research and consultation with key supply partners, Comar Architectural Aluminium Systems unveils the 9P.i High Performance Framing, Windows and Door System.
Conservatory Outlet MD increases charity efforts
Conservatory Outlet |Tue, 25 Jan 2011
Matthew Glover, managing director, Conservatory Outlet is continuing his charity work and has announced the date for the next Cycle India fundraising event.
Cooper revamps Pacemaker high-bay luminaire
Cooper Lighting |Tue, 18 Jan 2011
Cooper Lighting has revamped its Pacemaker high-bay luminaire with the addition of new lamp options and optical attachments to the range and a redesign of the control-gear housing.
Costcutter clicks Gerflor flooring into place
Gerflor |Wed, 12 Jan 2011
Interlocking, loose-lay flooring products from Gerflor have been installed in more than ten Costcutter stores which stayed open for business while being refurbished.
Crittall Windows supplies unobtrusive profiles
Crittall Windows |Wed, 19 Jan 2011
Crittall Windows supplied and installed its Corporate 2000 and W20 profiles for the refurbishment project of 95 Gresham Street.
Curzon re-brands as Graham Heating Spares
Graham |Tue, 11 Jan 2011
Graham has announced the re-branding of its heating spares division Curzon, to Graham Heating Spares.
CYGNUM timber frames used for Astrop Lane homes
Cygnum Timber Frame |Thu, 6 Jan 2011
Cygnum Timber Frame has supplied timber frames for a new development of homes being built by Vanderbilt Homes.
Daikin specialist heat pumps at Ecobuild
Daikin AirConditioning UK |Fri, 14 Jan 2011
Daikin UK will be showcasing its 50 years' experience in heat pump and renewable heating technology at Ecobuild 2011.
Dan Pal delivers panel system for curved roof
Dan Pal (UK) |Thu, 6 Jan 2011
Dan Pal has supplied its Danpalon roofing system for a curved roof area on Lea Manor High School in Luton.
Dan Pal facade used in Liverpool BSF project
Dan Pal (UK) |Tue, 4 Jan 2011
Dan Pal (UK) supplied a vertical double wall system using ice and clear softlite panels, for the now completed Gateacre School in Liverpool.
Defence Estates opens construction opportunities
Defence Estates |Fri, 28 Jan 2011
The MOD has announced regional and national capital works frameworks for construction projects under its Next Generation Estate Contracts (NGEC) programme.
Design Guild Mark for volume furniture production
Worshipful Company of Furniture Makers, The |Mon, 17 Jan 2011
The Furniture Makers' Company is calling for entries for The Design Guild Mark 2011, which rewards excellence in the design of furniture in volume production.
Design planning service targets hotel specifiers
Ideal Standard |Mon, 24 Jan 2011
Ideal Standard has launched a hotel solutions brochure and design planning service for hotel specifiers at the Bath Room, Ideal Standard's bathroom design studio in Clerkenwell, London.
Directline Structures supports gym equipment
Directline Structures |Thu, 6 Jan 2011
Directline Structures is helping William Parker Sports College in Hastings to design and install steel gantries strong enough to support sports and gymnastics equipment.
Distinction Doors recycles to power UK homes
Distinction Doors |Mon, 17 Jan 2011
Distinction Doors has partnered with recycling and waste management company, Veolia Environmental Services, to transform waste into energy for the National Grid.
Dow supports Simplifying Standards seminar
Dow Building Solutions |Fri, 21 Jan 2011
Dow Building Solutions, manufacturer of Styrofoam-A insulation, is sponsoring the 'Simplifying Standards, Guides and Tools' seminar stream at Ecobuild 2011.
Dremel launches Modular Accessory System
Dremel |Wed, 5 Jan 2011
Dremel has launched a Modular Accessory System of five different kits, each including with high quality Dremel accessories and/or attachments.
Durapipe system specified for Warwickshire College
Durapipe |Fri, 14 Jan 2011
Pipework from Durapipe UK has been specified as part of a new build college campus development located in Rugby.
E.ON helps achieve Smart homes in UK
E.ON UK |Mon, 24 Jan 2011
A new build development has become the first of its kind in the UK to have Smart meters installed as part of E.ON's nationwide installation programme.
Education sector confused over school build policy
BSEC |Tue, 25 Jan 2011
New research from BSEC 2011 finds 66 per cent of people working in education feel confused and have found it difficult to get information on funding for building projects.
EKC offers Nordic-inspired kitchen furniture
Ella's Kitchen Company |Wed, 12 Jan 2011
Katherina Saunders of Ella's Kitchen Company (EKC) designs and makes a range of Nordic-inspired kitchen furniture.
Elfin Kitchens delivers units to Nido Spitalfields
Elfin Kitchens |Thu, 20 Jan 2011
Elfin Kitchens has supplied bespoke pod kitchen units for the Nido Spitalfields student accommodation site.
Elliot Connor specialises in polished metal pieces
The Old Cinema |Mon, 31 Jan 2011
Elliot Connor specialises in polished metal and upcycled pieces such as the 'Clock' table.
Elliott Off-Site invests in Eco-Cabin
Elliott Off-Site Building Solutions |Mon, 31 Jan 2011
Elliott Off-Site Building Solutions is helping customers reduce their carbon footprint by taking delivery of several Eco-Cabins from sister company Elliott Hire.
Ellis kitchen brightens up home in time for spring
Ellis Furniture |Wed, 12 Jan 2011
Just in time for spring, the Inspire Gloss Azure kitchen from Ellis Furniture is designed to brighten up the home with luminous, yet subtle, on-trend high-gloss colour.
Envac system to drive energy from waste
Envac |Mon, 10 Jan 2011
Envac UK has been chosen to supply its automated underground vacuum waste system at Lewisham's Surrey Canal: London's Sporting Village development.
Feature Radiators considers domestic heating
Feature Radiators |Thu, 6 Jan 2011
Feature Radiators considers what we, as consumers, can do in 2011 to reduce our energy consumption and minimise our carbon footprint while keeping costs down and maintaining home comforts.
Finesse brochure offers elaborate or simple styles
Finesse Fireplaces |Mon, 31 Jan 2011
From period properties to new builds, the Finesse brochure includes both elaborate and simple styles suited to all types of interiors and tastes.
Fleetwood Architectural consolidates operations
Fleetwood Architectural Aluminium |Mon, 10 Jan 2011
Fleetwood Architectural Aluminium, specialist in design, manufacture and installation of aluminium windows, doors, facades, curtain and rainscreens, now operates from new premises in Slough.
Flush-fit hob combines gas and induction cooking
Kitchenaid |Thu, 6 Jan 2011
Kitchenaid's 90cm flush-fit, mixed technology KHMF 9010 offers grand cuisine cast-iron grills and solid ergonomic controls with built-in electronic ignition.
Glass canopy attached by SFS intec system
SFS intec |Wed, 5 Jan 2011
Universal Aluminium's MU4200 curtain walling system has been combined with SFS intec's VDS canopy attachment system for an access tower on a Grade II Listed Manchester building.
Glidden Trade finish for hospital conversion
Glidden Trade |Tue, 25 Jan 2011
Glidden Trade paints have been specified for the major renovation of Warley Hospital in Brentwood, Essex, delivering a a high quality interior finish for the apartments.
Glidden Trade reveals Premier Makeover winner
Glidden Trade |Thu, 6 Jan 2011
Glidden Trade has announced The Fox FC from New Earswick, York as the winner of its 'Premier Makeover' competition, winning a prize worth GBP20,000.
Going Solar supplies solar roof panels
Going Solar |Mon, 31 Jan 2011
Going Solar has won a contract to supply photovoltaic panels for a series of warehouse roofs in Ipswich, Suffolk.
Govan Housing Association partners with James Frew
James Frew |Mon, 17 Jan 2011
Govan Housing Association has entered into a three year Partnership Agreement with GasSure, for the provision of gas servicing and maintenance services on behalf of its tenants.
Graham rewards its trade customers
Graham |Mon, 31 Jan 2011
Graham The Plumbers' Merchant has relaunched its Graham Rewards scheme, making it available to both trade cash and credit customers.
Guide to Bitzer Ecoline semi-hermetic compressors
Bitzer UK |Tue, 18 Jan 2011
Bitzer has launched a guide for its range of Ecoline semi-hermetic reciprocating compressors, optimised for R134a.
Guncast launches Architect Zone Extension
Guncast Swimming Pools |Mon, 10 Jan 2011
Luxury swimming pool company Guncast, announces further developments to its Architect Zone.
H and E Smith recreates traditional tile designs
H and E Smith |Mon, 10 Jan 2011
H and E Smith uses a combination of traditional techniques and modern computer-aided technology to create its collection of tiles.
Hansgrohe to unveil designer collection at ISH
Hansgrohe |Thu, 27 Jan 2011
Hansgrohe will exhibit new collections and a new design collaboration from Axor, it's designer brand, at the ISH exhibition's Festhalle.
Hanson UK moves towards responsible sourcing
Hanson |Tue, 4 Jan 2011
Hanson has been certified with the Responsible Sourcing of Materials (RSM) standard for its 34 asphalt production sites.
Hay collection includes bed linen and tea towels
Icons of Denmark |Mon, 17 Jan 2011
Dutch design company Scholten and Baijings has designed a collection for Hay - the first items of which include bed linen, tea towels and two ranges of carpets.
High capacity guttering from Marley Plumbing
Marley Plumbing & Drainage |Mon, 17 Jan 2011
Marley Plumbing and Drainage has supplied the Deepflow150, its highest capacity gutter system, to the Lanchester Road Hospital development in Northumberland.
Honeywell establishes Building Group
Honeywell Control Systems |Wed, 12 Jan 2011
Honeywell has established a Building Group to help and advise consultants and those that use, maintain, design or specify HVAC, central heating, water and other systems.
Honeywell explains heating control benefits
Honeywell Control Systems |Fri, 14 Jan 2011
Honeywell will be present at this years Ecobuild to explain why heating controls are the key to energy and cost savings.
Honeywell UK relaunches water product website
Honeywell Control Systems |Mon, 24 Jan 2011
Honeywell has redesigned its website detailing the extensive range of Honeywell valves for water control, pressure reduction and regulation, backflow prevention and system balancing.
Hotel mixes antiquity with innovative technology
Design Hotels |Mon, 17 Jan 2011
The RAAS hotel, a converted 300-year-old mansion situated in the heart of Jodhpur, has been added to Design Hotel's portfolio.
Huntingdon Fusion Techniques refreshes website
Huntingdon Fusion Techniques |Tue, 18 Jan 2011
Huntingdon Fusion Techniques announces the launch date for its newly developed website, the first major change since the first site was developed in 1998.
Ibstock wins Brick and Block Supplier of the Year
Ibstock Brick |Wed, 5 Jan 2011
Ibstock has been presented with the 'Brick and Block Supplier of the Year' award at this year's National Buying Group (NBG) Supplier Awards.
ICI Paints AkzoNobel at Ecobuild 2011
ICI Paints AkzoNobel |Wed, 12 Jan 2011
ICI Paints AkzoNobel is once again preparing to exhibit at Ecobuild 2011 at the ExCel exhibition and conference centre.
Icopal brings roofing range to Ecobuild
Icopal |Tue, 11 Jan 2011
Icopal will be showcasing its sustainable flexible weatherproofing and building protection range at this year's Ecobuild.
IKO launches photovoltaic roof systems at Ecobuild
IKO |Thu, 6 Jan 2011
IKO will be showcasing its sustainable roof engineering concepts, including green roof systems, photovoltaic energy roof systems and heat reflective membranes, at this years Ecobuild.
Improved Minster product guide now available
Minster |Thu, 20 Jan 2011
Minster, distributor of interior, insulation and specialist building solutions, announces the launch of its 212 page product catalogue.
Integrated Panelling System from Washroom Washroom
Washroom Washroom |Thu, 13 Jan 2011
Integrated Panelling System (IPS) technology from Washroom Washroom offers a suitable washroom solution to the health, leisure and education sectors.
Interiors Group completes fit-out for Chiel office
Interiors Group, The |Fri, 7 Jan 2011
The Interiors Group has completed a fit-out for the Chiel marketing group at its new serviced offices in Hillswood Drive, Chertsey.
Interiors Group completes fit-out for model agency
Interiors Group, The |Mon, 31 Jan 2011
The Interiors Group has completed a project for Select Model Agency at its new offices in the West End of London.
Ironmongery Direct staff trained to GAI standards
Ironmongery Direct |Wed, 12 Jan 2011
Crest Nicholson joins the house builders planning to use Building for Life to rate schemes, so all future developments will achieve a minimum Silver standard according to Building Design magazine.
Johnson and Starley expands parts availability
Johnson & Starley |Fri, 21 Jan 2011
Johnson and Starley has expanded its warm air heating spare parts availability which are now available from outlets throughout the UK, including Parts Center and Curzon.
Johnson Controls unveils product catalogue
Johnson Controls |Fri, 14 Jan 2011
Johnson Controls has published its extensive HVACandR Controls Product Catalogue for 2011.
Kaldewei to exhibit contemporary bathrooms at ISH
Kaldewei |Thu, 20 Jan 2011
At ISH in Frankfurt on 15-19 March, Kaldewei will present a selection of its contemporary steel-enamel baths, shower trays and whirlpool baths.
Karndean partnership with SBID
Karndean International |Mon, 24 Jan 2011
Karndean has announced a partnership with the Society for British Interior Design (SBID).
Kensa heat pumps demonstrate low carbon technology
Kensa Engineering |Mon, 31 Jan 2011
Kensa Engineering is to showcase products at the fourth of BIS's (Department for Business, Innovation and Skills) exhibitions, showcasing low carbon manufacturing in the UK.
Kitchen accessories commemorate royal wedding
Emma Bridgewater |Tue, 25 Jan 2011
To celebrate the wedding of HRH Prince William to Kate Middleton, Emma Bridgewater has designed several commemorative products.
Lapsafe shows Diplomat system at BSEC
BSEC |Mon, 31 Jan 2011
Lapsafe Products is taking its self-issuing laptop and tablet charging lockers using RFID technology to the Building Schools Exhibition and Conference (BSEC).
Large format InGaAs camera from Sensors Unlimited
Sensors Unlimited |Tue, 18 Jan 2011
Sensors Unlimited - Goodrich ISR Systems launches the compact, large format indium gallium arsenide (InGaAs) high resolution shortwave infrared snapshot video camera, the SU640KTS.
Leaderflush doorsets feature in Savoy restoration
Leaderflush Shapland |Thu, 6 Jan 2011
Reardon Smith Architects specified doorsets and special head architraves from Leaderflush Shapland for the refurbishment of The Savoy.
LED Eco Lights offers a range of advantages
LED Eco Lights |Wed, 5 Jan 2011
Retrofit LED lights offer a long lifespan, very low power consumption and can provide significant cost savings.
Legrand launches Salamandre speed challenge
Legrand Electric |Wed, 26 Jan 2011
Supporting the launch of its Salamandre trunking range, Legrand is hosting a series of roadshows across the UK during February and March aimed at finding the fastest fitter.
Lloyd Loom to show Bistro stool in subtle green
Lloyd Loom |Mon, 24 Jan 2011
At the Furniture Fair in Birmingham on 23-25 January, Lloyd Loom will be showing a new version of its Bistro stool that features a short back, making it more comfortable for leaning back in.
Lochinvar expands solar range for market demand
Lochinvar |Tue, 11 Jan 2011
Commercial water heater and boiler manufacturer Lochinvar has expanded its solar offering due to changing demands in the LZC market.
Loomah creates carpet for Eaton Square project
Loomah |Wed, 5 Jan 2011
Working closely with the fashion and interior designer Tomasz Starzewski, Loomah has designed a bespoke carpet for a residential project in Eaton Square, London.
Lowering costs with Estimation 2011 Software
Amtech Power Software |Tue, 4 Jan 2011
Amtech Power Software offers Estimation 2011 with new features and functionality to help users reduce costs and save time on routine tasks in key areas of their business.
Manchester companies open green data centre
Sudlows |Fri, 21 Jan 2011
Two MEN Business of The Year winners, Sudlows and UKFast, have teamed up to open a high-power data centre in Manchester in the first quarter of the year.
Mapei showcases eco-credentials at Ecobuild 2011
Mapei UK |Tue, 4 Jan 2011
Mapei UK will be demonstrating its commitment to the environment at Ecobuild, showing a range of advanced products from Mapei's Ceramic, Resilient and Building lines.
Marley extends range of drainage systems
Datum Phase Change |Fri, 21 Jan 2011
Marley Plumbing and Drainage has extended its soil and waste product range with the introduction of Marley Akatherm HDPE Drainage.
Marshalls launches online water management help
Marshalls plc |Fri, 28 Jan 2011
Marshalls has launched a water management campaign to tackle the issue of flooding throughout urban environments.
Megger multimeter combines safety and versatility
Megger |Wed, 26 Jan 2011
The AVO410 digital multimeter from Megger combines rugged yet compact construction with ease of use and a CAT IV 600 V safety rating in line with IEC 61010.
Methven to unveil designer shower collection
Methven |Thu, 6 Jan 2011
At Ecobuild and ISH, Methven will unveil its collection of luxury, designer showers and tapware for the UK and European markets.
Midas Homes launches Hub development in Exeter
Midas Homes |Mon, 10 Jan 2011
Midas Homes is launching a The Hub development in Exeter comprising 67 one and two bedroom apartments priced from GBP118,500.
Minimalist induction hob has curvaceous pattern
Gorenje |Thu, 6 Jan 2011
Gorenje is presenting the minimalist white induction hob from the exclusive Gorenje by Karim Rashid collection.
Mosaic tiles suited for kitchen and bathroom walls
Craven Dunnill |Tue, 11 Jan 2011
Tile distributor Craven Dunnill has increased its selection of stocked mosaic ranges to over 300.
Mumford and Wood launches design guide
Mumford & Wood |Wed, 5 Jan 2011
Mumford and Wood, member of the Performance Timber Products Group (PTP), has introduced a product and technical design guide featuring Conservation and Contemporary range products.
Natura Gloss bathrooms offer natural wood look
Ellis Furniture |Wed, 12 Jan 2011
In response to demand for natural wood effects and high-gloss finishes, Ellis is adding to its bathroom collection with the Natura Gloss Applewood range, which is also available in Gloss Olivewood.
Natural stone tiles suit interior and exterior use
Beltrami |Thu, 20 Jan 2011
Beltrami, a wholesaler of natural stone tiles and slabs, offers a range of formats in granite, marble, slate, basalt, limestone and sandstones that are suitable for both interior and exterior use.
NBT products achieve Passivhaus standards
Natural Building Technologies (NBT) |Thu, 6 Jan 2011
Natural Building Technologies' (NBT) natural woodfibre insulation systems and ThermoPlan insulating structural building block systems can deliver Passivhaus structures based on simple designs.
NBT thermal insulation used in sustainable build
Natural Building Technologies (NBT) |Mon, 24 Jan 2011
Natural Building Technologies' (NBT's) natural insulation systems have been used in the construction of a modern and energy efficient private home set in the village of Leafield.
NCC works with local authority to improve skills
National Construction College |Thu, 13 Jan 2011
CITB-ConstructionSkills and its own direct training division the National Construction College, have joined forces with a local authority to provide vital business training.
Needlepoint peace/love coasters have retro look
Supernice |Wed, 19 Jan 2011
Jonathan Adler's handmade retro-looking needlepoint peace and love coasters are available in the UK from Supernice.
New rental service from Jetstream Europe
Jetstream Europe |Tue, 25 Jan 2011
Jetstream Europe has expanded its range of services by offering a selection of pump units and ancillary equipment for hire.
NIA gives recognition for insulation excellence
The National Insulation Association |Thu, 6 Jan 2011
Companies providing the benchmark for excellence in the insulation industry have been given national recognition at an awards event hosted by the National Insulation Association (NIA).
NLA launches Save Housing In Portsmouth campaign
National Landlords Association |Wed, 19 Jan 2011
The National Landlords Association has launched a social media campaign aimed at raising opposition to the proposed 'Article 4 designation' in Portsmouth.
Nobo Series 8 heater controls from Creda
Creda Heating |Mon, 31 Jan 2011
The Creda Nobo Series 8 range of convector heaters is suitable for a wide range of applications with a range of control systems available.
Optima delivers machinery upgrade for Flexel
Optima Control Solutions |Mon, 17 Jan 2011
Flexel International has commissioned Optima for a complete overhaul of the machine which manufactures Ecofilm underfloor heating elements for laminate and timber flooring.
Osmo exhibits colour range at Ecobuild
Osmo UK |Wed, 5 Jan 2011
Osmo UK is returning to Ecobuild 2011 with its full selection of colour products, offering a high quality range of finishes.
Panel glide system separates and decorates rooms
Silent Gliss |Thu, 27 Jan 2011
Silent Gliss 2760 enables the installation of panels in rooms with uneven ceilings, as well as offering a range of ways to separate, decorate and design rooms.
Park Street Interiors helps sell your home
Park Street Interiors |Fri, 28 Jan 2011
Simon Hockey, general manager of Park Street Interiors, advises on cost effective ways to improve your bathroom without investing in a wet room.
Patrick Parsons appointment signals growth
Patrick Parsons |Wed, 12 Jan 2011
Patrick Parsons has appointed a new business development director as it gears up for expansion during 2011.
Personalise pottery offered for Mother's Day
Emma Bridgewater |Mon, 10 Jan 2011
Emma Bridgewater is offering a range of products for Mother's Day, including textiles and personalised pottery, with prices starting at GBP10.
Pine storage racks fit with country-style kitchens
Tuscanor Ironmongery |Tue, 25 Jan 2011
Available from Tuscanor Ironmongery are hand-crafted pine plate racks, shelves, book cases, coat pegs, wine racks and other pine household items that are suited as gifts or for country-style kitchens.
Podesta creates bespoke wine-storage systems
Podesta |Mon, 10 Jan 2011
In addition to space-saving food stores and cupboards, Podesta is able to design and build wine-storage systems according to clients' requirements.
Poliform offers six Varenna contemporary kitchens
Poliform |Tue, 18 Jan 2011
Poliform offers a core collection of six Varenna contemporary kitchen designs, which have been created through collaborations with international and Italian designers.
Pompadour collection revisits style of Louis XV
Grange |Mon, 24 Jan 2011
At the Maison et Objet interior industry trade show on 21-25 January, French furniture company Grange is presenting a selection of new pieces for 2011.
Posh sheds and playhouses have individual designs
Posh Shed Company, The |Wed, 26 Jan 2011
The Playhouse Company – Sister to The Posh Shed Company - creates playhouses, castles, tree houses and play equipment that is individually designed, built and installed.
PPG settles advertising claim brought by ICI
ICI Paints AkzoNobel |Mon, 10 Jan 2011
ICI Paints AkzoNobel announces that it has reached an out of court resolution of the High Court claim against PPG Industries in relation to its Johnstone's Trade No 1 campaign.
Press/touch switches for desk and bedside lighting
Aktiva Systems |Tue, 4 Jan 2011
Aktiva is offering press and touch switches as built-in remote or integral controls for its LED, halogen and fluorescent desk and bedside lighting.
Purus announces sales manager appointment
Purus |Thu, 20 Jan 2011
Purus has appointed Neil Haffenden as area sales manager for the north of England.
PV installer course from GB Sol
GB Sol |Mon, 17 Jan 2011
GB SOL is offering a 'kit and day course' package for potential PV installers, providing all the specialist mounting components and panels and information needed to install a GB SOL PV solar system.
PWD makes bespoke furniture for Matterhorn chalet
Philip Watts Design |Tue, 25 Jan 2011
Philip Watts Design (PWD) has been commissioned to make bespoke furniture for Zermatt Properties' new chalet, which offers views of the Matterhorn.
Pyeroy acquisition boosts operations in Ireland
Pyeroy |Thu, 20 Jan 2011
Pyeroy has acquired the electrical instrumentation and data communications engineering contractors, CEI, for an undisclosed sum.
Radiodetection launches RD7000+ utility locators
Radiodetection |Thu, 20 Jan 2011
Radiodetection launches RD7000+ utility cable and pipe locator range with Compass and Dynamic Overload Protection features.
RBC supports modern modular classrooms
Regional Building Control (RBC) |Mon, 17 Jan 2011
Regional Building Control (RBC) offers a contemporary equivalent of the 1960s mobile classroom with its modular classroom units.
Redland launches Rapid Ridge system
Redland |Tue, 18 Jan 2011
Redland has launched Uni-Vent Rapid Ridge, a system which provides ridge-level ventilation for any pitched roof.
Rewards programme for retail display customers
Kaldewei |Mon, 24 Jan 2011
Kaldewei UK has launched a rewards programme for retail display customers to reward ongoing sales success throughout 2011.
Rhodar cuts emissions with Mercedes-Benz Sprinters
Mercedes-Benz CharterWay |Mon, 10 Jan 2011
Rhodar removes asbestos from buildings, and has invested in a new batch of 25 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans, all equipped with the Eco-Start system.
Rockon aids communication at Bristol call centre
Rockfon |Fri, 14 Jan 2011
Rockfon Koral ceiling tiles and Hygienic tiles have been used to improve the acoustics in one of Bristol City Council's new call centres.
Roofing company promotes Health and Safety
Weatherproofing Advisors |Fri, 21 Jan 2011
Weatherproofing Advisors, the independent roofing contractor, has utilising social media to promote the importance of Health and Safety within the construction industry.
Safety eyewear from Uvex appeals to employees
Uvex (UK) |Wed, 12 Jan 2011
Uvex has unveiled three new products for its safety eyewear range with the Skyguard NT, the Superfit and the Carbonvision goggle.
Sahtas hand-made roof tiles offer sustainability
Sahtas |Wed, 12 Jan 2011
Sahtas traditional hand-made terracotta roof tiles enhance the aesthetics, deliver high performance protection and extend the sustainability of a property.
Sanitaryware brings fresh look to the bathroom
Aston Matthews |Wed, 12 Jan 2011
The latest sanitaryware collection from Aston Matthews has been designed to bring an updated look to any bathroom.
Scott Brownrigg complete offices for property firm
Scott Brownrigg Interior Design |Mon, 31 Jan 2011
Scott Brownrigg Interior Design has completed offices for Almacantar, a property investment and development company founded in 2010 by Mike Hussey and Neil Jones.
Sharp solar factory expansion creates 300 jobs
Sharp Electronics |Thu, 27 Jan 2011
Sharp has announced the creation of 300 jobs at its European manufacturing plant in Wrexham, North Wales.
Shenton Group launches Dual Fuel Energy System
Shenton Group |Tue, 18 Jan 2011
Shenton Group is launching a dual fuel waste to energy system called Duplo which can provide hot water via an optional heat exchanger.
Shepherd offers flood damage reinstatement service
Shepherd Chartered Surveyors |Fri, 21 Jan 2011
Shepherd is promoting a nationwide flood damage reinstatement service in response to the extreme weather conditions.
Showbeam LED array floodbeam-lights display cases
Aktiva Systems |Tue, 4 Jan 2011
The Showbeam display lighting solution, which is packaged in a classically discreet luminaire, is a super-slim horizontal or standup four-LED array that floodbeam-lights display cases.
Silent Gliss blind options ensure child safety
Silent Gliss |Wed, 12 Jan 2011
Silent Gliss has developed a range of products said to reduce the risk of danger to infants while at the same time enhancing the look of the interior.
Sky Factory delivers calming sky for NHS patients
Sky Factory UK |Thu, 20 Jan 2011
The first Cyberknife suite in the NHS features a Sky Factory Luminous Skyceiling that creates a calming environment for patients.
Solaglas wins at G10 Awards
Glassolutions (formerly Solaglas) |Tue, 4 Jan 2011
Solaglas has celebrated success for the second year running at the G-Awards, winning Component Supplier of the Year with SGG EcoClear+, the energy efficient sealed unit.
Sontay launches 2011 catalogue
Sontay |Mon, 10 Jan 2011
Sontay has launched its 2011 catalogue featuring a range of products selected to provide improved functionality, easy commissioning and value for money.
Speller Metcalfe makes investment in Small Works
Speller Metcalfe |Thu, 20 Jan 2011
Speller Metcalfe has opened a Small Works facility to support its expanding single contract market which covers listed buildings, scheduled monument works, new builds and specialist Eco-builds.
Steelwrist AB appoints Hanix as preferred supplier
Hanix Europe |Tue, 18 Jan 2011
Hanix Europe has appointed Steelwrist AB as its preferred supplier of Tiltrotators for Europe; an attachment that offers excavators greater bucket manoeuvrability and dexterity.
Steininger kitchens utilise industrial materials
Steininger Designers |Mon, 10 Jan 2011
Austrian design company Steininger's kitchen designs use industrial materials such as concrete, stone and aluminium, combined with wood.
Striebig Control ensures sizing accuracy for ASL
TM Machinery Sales |Wed, 12 Jan 2011
The Striebig Control vertical panel saw has guaranteed accurate sizing work for ASL Projects working on a refit at Samsung's flagship store in Tottenham Court Road.
Sudlows awarded HVCA mechanical accreditation
Sudlows |Fri, 21 Jan 2011
Sudlows has added the Heating and Ventilating Contractors' Association (HVCA) membership to its portfolio of professional and technical accreditations following an extensive audit process.
Surface announces sale on luxury tile collections
Surface Tiles |Thu, 6 Jan 2011
The January sale at Surface begins on 7 January, with dozens of luxurious tile collections offered with up to 30 per cent off the usual retail price.
Sustainable ceiling tile from Datum Phase Change
Datum Phase Change |Mon, 17 Jan 2011
The RACUS ceiling tile from Datum Phase Change has been awarded the Sustainable Innovation of the Year award sponsored by ARUP and UK-GBC.
Sustainable safety in road surface retexturing
Klaruw RMS |Fri, 14 Jan 2011
Klaruw introduces prototypes which highlight the road safety, environmental and cost saving benefits of its controllable, 'any weather' pavement retexturing machines.
Temporary TV studio built by Transformaspace
Transformaspace |Fri, 21 Jan 2011
Transformaspace has constructed a bespoke temporary building used in a reality TV show, The Biggest Loser.
The Posh Shed Company offers handcrafted sheds
Posh Shed Company, The |Wed, 5 Jan 2011
The Posh Shed Company is offering three handcrafted shed designs; The Gothic, The Potting Shed and The Contemporary.
Thomson Ecology expertise present at Ecobuild
Thomson Ecology |Tue, 25 Jan 2011
Thomson Ecology will be showcasing the commercial value of expert ecological consultation at this year's Ecobuild.
Three-door fridge freezer has glass/steel finish
Maytag |Wed, 26 Jan 2011
Maytag's three-door Trilogy fridge freezer, part of the company's premium range of refrigeration, is now available in a classic black glass and stainless-steel finish.
TimberTech launches online deck designer tool
TimberTech UK |Wed, 12 Jan 2011
TimberTech launches its online deck designer tool which offers design freedom, provides inspiration, and numerous possibilities for outdoor living spaces.
Titon chosen for Isle of Wight lifeboat station
Titon |Fri, 21 Jan 2011
The Bembridge RNLI lifeboat station on the Isle of Wight has been fitted with a range of Titon supplied window and door hardware.
Titon delivers aluminium window systems for school
Titon |Fri, 21 Jan 2011
The Stanway School in Colchester features a range of Sobinco door locks, bolts and hinges and escutcheons from Titon.
Titon products in historic lighthouse conversion
Titon |Fri, 21 Jan 2011
The Belle Tout Lighthouse hotel at Beachy Head has been fitted with Trimvent Select trickle vents and grilles and Titon Autolatch window restrictors.
Titon whole house ventilation for low carbon home
Titon |Fri, 21 Jan 2011
Titon's HRV1 Q Plus ultra efficient whole house ventilation system has been incorporated into a newly built low carbon home in Hawkhurst, Kent.
TLV advises businesses about frozen pipes
TLV |Tue, 4 Jan 2011
Michael Povey of TLV Euro Engineering looks at the consequences of frozen pipes and pipeline components and what companies can do to prevent them.
TLX Gold helps roof maintenance for Bolton at Home
Web Dynamics |Thu, 27 Jan 2011
Web Dynamics’ TLX Gold has been chosen to solve common installation problems during the refurbishment of privately owned terrace properties within the Great Lever Renewal area of Bolton.
TRA appoints Health and Safety Committee Chairman
Trussed Rafter Association |Thu, 6 Jan 2011
The Trussed Rafter Association (TRA) has appointed Paul Colley as Health and Safety Committee Chairman.
Travis Perkins whole house solutions at Ecobuild
Travis Perkins |Wed, 5 Jan 2011
Travis Perkins Group will be demonstrating how to meet the sustainable building agenda, the challenge of retrofit in existing homes, the new building regulations and the Code for Sustainable Homes.
Tulip-painted tea service fits any interior scheme
Herend |Wed, 26 Jan 2011
Herend's Kitty porcelain tea service is decorated with hand-painted tulips and is designed to fit into any decorative scheme - be it classic, traditional or modern.
Ultra efficient ventilation unit from Titon
Titon |Fri, 21 Jan 2011
Titon's HRV1 Q Plus whole house ventilation units are being installed in houses and bungalows in a Bellway development of private and affordable housing in Edge Hill, Liverpool.
Upcycled furniture sustainably reupholstered
Furniture Divas |Tue, 25 Jan 2011
Furniture Divas finds vintage and antique furniture that has hidden potential, style and originality and upcycles it in a sustainable way.
UPSL urges UK businesses to protect their power
Uninterruptible Power Supplies |Thu, 27 Jan 2011
As recent extreme weather caused problems for UK businesses including power outages in residential and commercial areas, power protection can hold the answer.
Velta heating and cooling used in BSF project
Velta |Thu, 20 Jan 2011
Newham Learning Partnership (NLP), a Laing O'Rourke led consortium, has installed a Velta heating and cooling system in its first phase build programme of eight.
Venue announced for PCA Awards
Property Care Association |Wed, 12 Jan 2011
The Property Care Association annual awards for 2011 is moving north to St James' Park, home of Newcastle United FC to be held on the evening of 31 March.
Verner Panton lamp fits in with retro trend
Louis Poulsen |Mon, 24 Jan 2011
Louis Poulsen is a producer of Verner Panton's classic Panthella lamp, which fits in with the retro trend.
Verosol pleated blinds reduce solar gain
Verosol |Mon, 24 Jan 2011
Verosol's pleated blind system have been used at an operations centre for Thames Water, utilising metallised material to reduce heat gain in the summer, heat loss in the winter and control glare.
Visqueen Building Products supports RNLI
Visqueen Building Products |Thu, 6 Jan 2011
Visqueen Building Products has shown its support for the work of the RNLI by donating a Plaswood bench to the Exmouth lifeboat station.
VPhase stabilises incoming voltage in UK homes
VPhase |Thu, 6 Jan 2011
VPhase will be exhibiting its domestic voltage optimisation device at Ecobuild 2011, designed to help homeowners make immediate and significant money, energy and carbon savings across the whole home.
Web courses cover interior design and decorating
Rhodec |Mon, 24 Jan 2011
Rhodec has launched a new programme of online interior design courses, featuring 13 different accredited courses and diploma courses covering every aspect of interior design and decorating.
Whirlpool chest freezers offer energy efficiency
Whirlpool |Wed, 5 Jan 2011
Whirlpool’s range of freestanding freezers provides a choice of models for different requirements, and all have excellent energy ratings and the latest freezing technology.
Whirlpool microwave awarded Which? 'Best Buy'
Whirlpool |Tue, 18 Jan 2011
Whirlpool's latest addition to its microwave oven range, the MAX 38, has been awarded Which? Best Buy status.
Workspace mini software for architectural practice
Union Square Software |Mon, 17 Jan 2011
HSSP Architects has invested in Workspace mini from Union Square Software to improve efficiency in its working practices.
WYG secures planning for homes in Bradford
WYG |Thu, 6 Jan 2011
WYG has secured outline planning for 155 new homes to be created in Queensbury, Bradford.
Zehnder shows indoor climate solutions at BSEC
Zehnder |Mon, 10 Jan 2011
Zehnder will be showing its collection of heating, cooling, ventilation and air filtration products for schools at BSEC 2011.
Zip expands in UK to meet growth in demand
Zip Heaters (UK) |Wed, 12 Jan 2011
Australian-based Zip is now the UK's market leader in instant boiling water systems across the domestic, public and private sectors.
Zip HydroTap for instant boiling or chilled water
Zip Heaters (UK) |Wed, 12 Jan 2011
Zip, market leader in instant boiling water systems, launch additional ranges of best-selling HydroTaps, including new tap finishes.