16 April 2015

Eco-friendly electric locking solutions from Abloy

Abloy’s range of Low Energy Electric Locks have been designed as a high security eco-friendly locking solution All of Abloy’s handle-controlled locks feature its new energy saving technology. The new low-energy variants can be identified by the use of the letter ’L’ within the name of the product. An eco-friendly electric locking solution Abloy’s Low[…]

  • 16 April 2015

  • 15 April 2015

15 April 2015

Building envelope contractor invests in BIM

BIM will become mandatory for public sector building projects in 2016 The Building Information Modelling (BIM) process allows architects and contractors to create and share 3D graphical representations of models. Becoming increasingly popular, BIM is often used by architects to create designs; soon, it will become the norm to use BIM in all construction design[…]

  • 15 April 2015

15 April 2015

Multiprotocol fire control panels used in bespoke fire system

Advanced’s MxPro 5 fire panels were specified to protect the new complex in Bedfordshire Located in Bedfordshire, the new 362-acre Center Parcs site comprises a Village square, hotel and spa, along with a Subtropical Swimming Paradise and a lake suitable for watersports. To provide protection for the complex, Advanced’s MxPro 5 fire panels were specified[…]

  • 15 April 2015

15 April 2015

MDF panels used to create 3D feature wall designs

Medite Premier MDF panels were used to bring the contemporary designs to life Signbox, an architectural sign specialist, was contracted to construct several feature wall designs for UBM. The feature walls have been installed at the entrance to each floor of the media company’s new headquarters, which are located in Blackfriars, London. The decorative walls[…]

  • 15 April 2015

15 April 2015

Traditional cast iron style rainwater system used as period feature

Berewood Village’s new homes have been fitted with Brett Martin’s Cascade cast iron style rainwater systems The new homes have been built near Waterlooville in Hampshire, where a ‘garden city’ will eventually reside. When completed, the new Berewood Village will consist of over 2,000 homes, two new schools and two pubs, as well as office[…]

  • 15 April 2015

  • 15 April 2015

15 April 2015

Schöck thermal bridging solution at Canada Water Library

New Canada Water Library Schöck thermal bridging solution at Canada Water Library – 3,165 sq m library partly overhangs the lake and in style resembles an inverted pyramid Led by Southwark Council and BL Canada Quays Ltd, the Canada Water regeneration programme is a key part of the new town centre for Rotherhithe in London[…]

  • 15 April 2015

14 April 2015

HVAC 2015 launched as part of UK Construction Week

HVAC 2015 – dedicated showcase for the heating, ventilation and air conditioning sector Bringing together the best the HVAC industry has to offer, Media 10 is launching HVAC 2015, one of nine events to make up UK Construction Week, creating a dedicated showcase for the heating, ventilation and air conditioning sector. HVAC 2015 at the[…]

  • 14 April 2015

14 April 2015

JB Anti-Slip timber boardwalk for National Cycle Network

National Cycle Network New JB Anti-Slip timber boardwalk for the National Cycle Network The collaboration of Sustrans (a charity supporting the use of walking, cycling and public transport) with Cheshire West, Chester Council and Flintshire County Council has seen the completion of improved cycle routes from North Wales to the Wirral Way. The cycle path[…]

  • 14 April 2015