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06 August 2015

Foiled product range extended to include fascia and soffit

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As the new additions to Swish’s Foiled Gale Grey range, fascia and soffit will join an existing portfolio cladding, architraves and window trims. The Foiled Gale Grey range has been developed to compliment contemporary woodgrain grey foiled UPVC windows. Swish Gale Grey features a foil finish that matches Anthracite Grey (RAL number 7016, Renolit 7016[…]

  • 06 August 2015

06 August 2015

Bespoke secondary glazing explored in new CPD

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Selectaglaze’s RIBA approved factory tour and presentation has been designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the benefits, design and manufacture of bespoke secondary glazing. ‘Understanding and Specifying Secondary Glazing’ Attendees will be given the opportunity to learn more about secondary glazing The CPD, entitled ‘Understanding and Specifying Secondary Glazing’, has been developed to put[…]

  • 06 August 2015

06 August 2015

Paving materials improve entrance access at medieval church

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The church was originally built in the 13th century and has been protected by conservation area covenants. However, the hard landscaping of village green at its entrance was in need of replacements setts, as the original quarried stone surface had become worn and uneven. Brett Landscaping’s Alpha Antique paving met the project’s aesthetic requirements, as[…]

  • 06 August 2015

06 August 2015

Water pump specified for man-made wave lagoon

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Based in North Wales’ Cowny Valley, Surf Snowdonia incorporates the world’s largest Wavegarden, which simulates surfable waves. The lagoon is expected to be a major attraction for the UK’s sporting enthusiasts, with waves spanning for over 150m and reaching 2m tall. It will be able to accommodate 52 surfers at one time; they will be[…]

  • 06 August 2015

06 August 2015

Industrial deafness cases increase by 14%

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The figures show an increasing trend backed up by a year-on-year increase in compensation claims made by those suffering with the condition. Industrial deafness claims Figures obtained have shown a noticeable annual increase in the number of pay-outs as a result of industrial deafness cases brought forward to claims courts. This Is Money obtained data[…]

  • 06 August 2015

06 August 2015

Window company founder nominated for UK entrepreneurship award

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Having founded CMS in 2006, Andy has been at the head of the company for almost a decade of continuous development. Andy Kerr founded CMS Window Systems in 2006 The windows, doors and curtain walling systems manufacturer now employs more than 200 people and has an annual turnover of £27 million. Sustainable manufacturing Due to[…]

  • 06 August 2015

06 August 2015

Fire protection for the transport industry from Advanced

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Advanced has an impressive track record in the railway and urban transport industry. Its EN54 and UL864 fire alarm systems are installed in some of the UK’s leading facilities, including Waterloo and Kings Cross stations, the Crossrail development and many stations across the London Underground. Advanced’s fire alarm systems are installed in transport facilities across[…]

  • 06 August 2015

06 August 2015

Composite panels specified for malt whisky distillery

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Isle of Harris Distillers has raised £12m to finance the construction of its malt whisky distillery in Tarbet, Harris and the maturation warehouses. It plans to begin production in early autumn. Steadmans provided over 1,700m of its 30mm thick AS35 composite panels, in juniper green, for the warehouses. This consisted of almost 980m for the[…]

  • 06 August 2015

05 August 2015

A guide to fixing and working with fibre cement slates

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Guest blog from Ged Ferris, Marketing Manager at Cembrit Cembrit fixes it Fibre cement slates are a popular choice amongst roofing contractors, builders, architects and property developers as they are a great material to handle and install, as well as providing an attractive finish to any building. The advances in the production of fibre cement[…]

  • 05 August 2015

05 August 2015

Handling injuries cost over 909,000 working days per year

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‘Handling Injuries in Great Britain 2014′ highlights the hazards of manual handling and the importance of implementing health and safety procedures. The highest percentage of incidents occurred in the water and waste sector – with 350 of 100,000 employees reporting a manual handling related accident. In comparison, drivers and transport operatives took fifth position with[…]

  • 05 August 2015