18 August 2015

Handmade tile range showcased in new specification guide

The 76-page guide is available to order free-of-charge, celebrating Keymer’s history, products and installation techniques, utilising hand drawn images calling back to the company’s founding in 1588. The images within the guide are the same featured in the original brochure, with content being updated to be exclusively available to architects and specifiers working on current[…]

18 August 2015

Vapour permeable membrane upgraded with integral sealing tapes

The vapour permeable membrane has undergone rigorous testing with BRE to show that it can be used in all UK regions when laps are sealed. The addition of integral sealing tapes intends to greatly increase the ease and speed of installation, whilst reducing the combined cost of underlay and tape in comparison to purchasing them[…]

18 August 2015

CMS boosts aluminium division with new partnerships

CMS has partnered with Kawneer in a move to give more customers access to a greater range of fenestration and building envelop solutions. CWCT Membership To improve its technical credentials further, CMS has also become a member of the Centre for Window Cladding Technology (CWCT). CWCT uses various testing methods to determine the level of[…]

18 August 2015

Integrated approach to access control at HE&FE 2015

Among its range of products on display will be ASSA ABLOY’s Aperio wireless locking solution, which is designed to upgrade technically locked doors and wirelessly connect them – online or offline – to new or existing access control systems, with minimum modification to doors and premises. Visitors to the ASSA ABLOY/Gallagher stand will experience the[…]

17 August 2015

Leading timber materials supplier announced for Timber Expo

At Timber Expo, manufacturers, contractors and specifiers will be given the opportunity to meet and discuss the sector’s most pressing issues. MetsäWood is one of the UK construction industry’s most prominent suppliers of timber materials MetsäWood is an important figure in the industry, supplying timber solutions across the world. It has been announced as the[…]

17 August 2015

Waterproofing membrane offers extreme temperature resistance

Delta-PT has been developed to damp-proof and waterproof buildings which sit over a damp or contaminated background. Because of its versatility, Delta-PT is one of Delta Membranes’ most popular products The polyethylene membrane is extruded into a number of 8mm high studs to create a continuous air gap behind the waterproof membrane. A welded mesh,[…]

17 August 2015

Electromechanical team strengthened by ASSA ABLOY

ASSA ABLOY has appointed Simon Wilson as its new National Sales Manager Having worked for ASSA ABLOY for 11 years under its ASSA, UNION, Adams Rite and Trimec brands, Simon Wilson will be using his extensive experience to establish mechatronics as a core product for ASSA ABLOY and promoting CLIQ throughout the UK. Prior to[…]

17 August 2015

New shiplap timber cladding range offers longevity

PVC-U woodgrain cladding is often used as a low maintenance option for dormer extensions and detailing on external areas. Freefoam has responded to the growing trend of grey windows and doors by adding a new Anthracite Grey woodgrain option to the range. Minimising stock holding The 150mm Shiplap cladding features a modified right angle led[…]

17 August 2015

Basin collection created with non-porous surface material

NotOnlyWhite aims to provide simplistic and striking bathroom solutions. Its latest collection, Scape 2015, has been created by Joost van der Vecht, an external designer. Scape Monolith has been created using HI-MACS Black HI-MACS acrylic stone was chosen to bring the new basin collection to life. With its non-porous surface, the material incorporates hygienic properties[…]