Roofs

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07 July 2015

Innovative Domus Radial Duct System recognised as best product

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Domus Radial Polypipe has been recognised at the Housebuilder Product Awards for three consecutive years. Domus Radial won the award for its innovative design that delivers increased air flow whilst offering an easy installation process and quiet whole house system. The product is specifically designed for use with whole house centralised ventilation appliances, including Mechanical[…]

  • 07 July 2015

02 July 2015

Liquid waterproofing solution specified for National Sperm Bank

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Due to the roof’s age, a precautionary refurbishment was required to protect the building from potential leaks. Based on the initial survey, it was decided that the single ply was in good enough condition for the overlay of a new product. The National Sperm Bank is part of Birmingham Women’s Hospital To seamlessly cover the[…]

  • 02 July 2015

02 July 2015

Prater appointed for London’s Selfridges roof refurbishment

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The Selfridge’s on Oxford Street is one of many high profile projects that Prater have worked on in the capital. The £800,000 refurbishment will see the north and south areas of the roof renovated, featuring a built-up single plyroofing systems incorporating a perforated Tata Roofdeck D200 with mineral fibre acoustic batts. A support structure will[…]

  • 02 July 2015

02 July 2015

Roof design software and prefabricated single ply assist in value engineering

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By looking beyond ‘up front’ material costs, contractors could save themselves from being left exposed with a reduced profit potential. There are many factors that contribute to the cost of the job – including how much labour is involved – and if they are not considered, they can cause dispute when specifications are changed to[…]

  • 02 July 2015

02 July 2015

Roof design software & prefabricated single ply assist in value engineering

Posted on by KoruEditor

By looking beyond ‘up front’ material costs, contractors could save themselves from being left exposed with a reduced profit potential. There are many factors that contribute to the cost of the job – including how much labour is involved – and if they are not considered, they can cause dispute when specifications are changed to[…]

  • 02 July 2015

30 June 2015

Roofing products donated to fire-damaged dog rescue home

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The fire started in Dawsmere Kennels’ reception area; it tragically resulted in the loss of three rescue dogs. Thanks to Icopal’s generous roofing products donation, Dawsmere Kennels is one step closer to getting back on its feet Since the devastation, local businesses and customers have joined together to help the charity re-build the damaged area.[…]

  • 30 June 2015

26 June 2015

Decra roof tiles and underlays set industry benchmark

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BS 5534 provides the industry with guidance on best practice relating to the installation of pitched roofs, as well as the changes to the standard focus on improving the security of the roof structure. Three elements of the standard have been revised – fixing, mortar bedding and underlays. Decra roof tiles and underlay products are[…]

  • 26 June 2015

23 June 2015

Cultural centre awarded for excellence and sustainability

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Organised by Schueco UK in conjunction with RIBA Journal, the awards aim to recognised the best in the design and installation of Schueco systems. ’An excellent piece of architecture’ The Library and Cultural Centre was described as ’a beautifully made, beautifully crafted building.’ Designed by Carr Cotter Naessens Architects, the winning €29.5m, 6,327 m2 building[…]

  • 23 June 2015

22 June 2015

Award-winning hospital refurbishment specifies IKO products

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The winning project was the refurbishment of the Neo-Natal Unit roof at Hammersmith Hospital. The 2015 winners were announced on Friday 15th May at the UK Roofing Awards Luncheon held at the Hilton London Metropole. The project faced a number of challenges due to the nature of the building. The roof top plant – which[…]

  • 22 June 2015

19 June 2015

NFRC revised edition of the Householder’s Guide to Flat Roofing

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Front cover of the latest version of the Householder’s Guide to Flat Roofing THE HOUSEHOLDER’S GUIDE TO FLAT ROOFING Working in conjunction with the Liquid Roofing and Waterproofing Association (LRWA) and Single Ply Roofing Association (SPRA), the National Federation of Roofing Contractors has published a revised edition of the Householder’s Guide to Flat Roofing. The[…]

  • 19 June 2015