What are your health and safety responsibilities?
Work at height is one of the most dangerous types of work to carry out. The most recent HSE statistics shows that 40 workers suffered a fatal injury as a result of …
BUILDING PRODUCT & PROJECT NEWS
Acoustic specification made easy by Floorscan
Specifying the correct system to satisfy your acoustic requirements in residential building projects is easier than ever with the launch of Floorscan Acoustics’ new online Product Specifier tool. For residential, …
The benefits of access platforms on the ground
Easi-Dec’s bespoke access platforms and Step-Overs are an ideal and popular solution for allowing safe access over obstacles on roofs. However, these innovative and durable systems can be just as …
8 questions every housebuilder should ask their solar contractor
Article by Paul Hutchens, leading green energy advocate and CEO of solar installation specialists Eco2Solar. Brexit may have delayed the release of new building regulations, but our construction future is …
Roof Safety Solution for Twinings
Kee Systems have provided a combination of safety products at the Twinings facility in Andover to provide a first-class edge protection solution for staff members accessing the rooftop. Twinings is …
Urgent research is needed into the health of outdoor workers following new data on air pollution
British Safety Council welcomes King’s College London’s research demonstrating a direct link between air pollution and health emergencies. More work is now needed on the effects of exposure on outdoor …
Nearly 70% of UK construction companies putting the safety of their workers at risk
More than a third risk prosecution by not holding accurate Health & Safety compliance records – 67% of construction companies admit they would fail or ‘might scrape through’ an ‘on …
Finsbury Park Tube station improvement works amongst finalists of international construction competition
One month to go before the ITA Tunnelling and Underground Space Awards ceremony – November 18 – Miami, USA “Tunnels: a resilient link between past and future” was at the centre of …
Vent-Axia Named a Business Superbrand for 2019
Leading British ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia, is delighted to have been named in the UK Business Superbrand list for 2019. The award follows robust independent research commissioned by The Centre for …
Innovative school surpasses stringent Swan environmental standards with Kebony Wood
A new public school in Norway has become the first school to achieve the highly regarded Nordic Swan Eco-label. Situated on the outskirts of Oslo, the Sydskogen school passed the …
VitrA presents designer collections at Sleep & Eat 2019
Sleep & Eat, London Olympia, 19-20 November – Stand L22 Leading bathroom brand, VitrA, will present its latest designer ranges at one of Europe’s biggest hospitality design events, Sleep & …
PAC & GDX demonstrates smart thinking with its new Architect range of readers
PAC & GDX, the leading provider of access control and door entry solutions, has announced the availability of its new Architect range of readers. By integrating cutting edge radio frequency …
Suburban Chic
Raw designs in Richmond Upon Thames Situated in the heart of Richmond Upon Thames is one of the latest kitchen designs from The Main Company. Embracing its urban surroundings, the …
The Dark Side
Introducing the NEW frame collection by Britton Go over to the dark side with the new contemporary Frame furniture and basin collection from Britton. An enduring interiors trend, monochrome bathroom …
All aboard for the Berry Hill Flyer!
A BRAND new bus route has been launched to serve Berry Hill Mansfield this month (October), to help new residents to get quickly and easily to and from Mansfield town …
The sound of great design for Spanish hotel
Barceló Ourense – Ourense, Espanha The four-star Barceló Ourense hotel is located at Ourense city centre, in Spain, and is characterised by its straight lines, vanguard design, classic notes and …
UKGBC welcomes the Government proposals for improving commercial buildings
The UK Green Building Council (UKGBC) has today welcomed the Government proposals for improving the energy performance of commercial buildings. Following extensive UKGBC lobbying, the Government has today published two …
Naturally Heat Resistant Surfaces from Lundhs Real Stone
The ideal surface for kitchen worktops, Lundhs Real Stone’s 100% natural surfaces boast exceptional heat resistant qualities. Withstanding temperatures of up to 300°C, hot pots and pans can be placed …
The future of hotels? Rockwell and Axiom Architects launch ‘Nomad City’
Developer, Rockwell, has joined forces with Axiom Architects to launch ‘Nomad City – The Future of Hotels?’ The White Paper highlights key themes in the hotel and hospitality sector to …
3xLOGIC Reports a Highly Successful Launch into Europe
3xLOGIC, the leading provider of integrated and intelligent security solutions, is celebrating a highly successful launch into the European market. A leading innovator in server, artificial intelligence (AI), Internet of …
Mitsubishi Electric Opens New London Office to Support Growing Demand for Energy Efficient Buildings
Mitsubishi Electric has launched a new London office and a specialist team dedicated to delivering energy efficient HVAC solutions in the capital. The office, located at Sustainable Bankside II in …
VitrA Launches Two Statement Collections At Cersaie 2019
As a leader in manufacturing innovative ceramic surfaces, VitrA launches two new tile systems, CementMix and Wood collections, at the ceramic fair, Cersaie, in Bologna, Italy (23 – 27 September). …
Consultation on energy performance targets for offices launched to target net zero
The UK Green Building Council (UKGBC) has today launched a consultation seeking feedback on proposals for energy performance targets for the offices sector. The consultation includes a proposal paper detailing …
VitrA Honoured with Third Consecutive Designer Kitchen and Bathroom Award
VitrA Bathrooms has secured another prestigious industry award, this time for Equal, developed in collaboration with Claudio Bellini. The Designer Kitchen and Bathroom Award for Innovation in Bathroom Product Design …
The Scaffolding Association – Helping to maintain high standards of training and competence across the industry.
The Scaffolding Association (SA) is the UK’s largest independent not-for-profit trade organisation representing scaffolding and access contractors and manufacturers. Membership numbers are growing fast with over 400 companies from a …
The positive social and environmental impact of material specification
David Hopkins, managing director, Timber Trade Federation The role of material specification in helping designers achieve a positive social and environmental impact is something most are now beginning to understand. …
Britcon starts steel contract for Boston United Community Stadium
Britcon Engineering Services (BES) has commenced a £750,000 contract to design, fabricate and install full structural steelwork for the much-anticipated new Boston United Community Stadium in Lincolnshire. BES has been …
KEMPERDUR® AC Park – Car Park Surfaces & Car Park Refurbishment
KEMPERDUR® AC Park provides high quality and resilient car park surfaces, that can provide durable and long-lasting car park waterproofing and car park refurbishments that corresponds to an OS 10 class for …
Make an entrance with Gemini Tiles
Impress your guests as soon as they walk through the door with Gemini Tiles and its impressive collection of hallway tiles. From traditional touches to striking statements, your entranceway is …
Classic and Compact
Bathroom Designs by Burlington Give compact bathrooms the treatment they deserve with Burlington and its unrivalled selection of striking cloakroom designs. Taking inspiration from traditional bathroom décor throughout the Victorian …
KEMPEROL® Roofpatch – Roof Patch for Temporary Roof Repair
KEMPER SYSTEM has developed a roof patch as a quick emergency solution that provides a temporary fix for a leaking roof. The KEMPEROL temporary roof patch is able to protect damaged areas …
Traditionally built homes embracing innovation
Three in four new homes currently being built are using ‘traditional’ construction, but they contain a wealth of innovation, according to a new report from NHBC Foundation. Construction methods and …
The Architect Helping Shape Ashford’s Future
Ashford in Kent is a town where the landscape is changing through its regeneration programme with a number of high-profile developments coming to fruition. Behind two of the leading projects …
Fire Door Safety in Edinburgh
As a leading figure in the world of fire door and doorset manufacture, Vicaima are pleased to endorse the latest Fire Door Safety Day, held on 23 October 2019 at …
Ahead of the curve garage design
A stunning ‘roundhouse’, built as part of a project to renovate and extend a Grade II listed property, provides a new perspective on the design, purpose and visual appeal of …
Kemper System shortlisted for four LRWA Awards
Kemper System has been named a finalist in four categories at the Liquid Roofing and Waterproofing Association (LRWA) Awards 2019. Selected by an independent judging panel, including specifiers and technical experts, the cold-applied …
Complete M Series range from Mitsubishi Electric now available using lower GWP R32 refrigerant
The M Series range of air conditioning units from Mitsubishi Electric has now grown with the introduction of its new MFZ-KT range of R32 floor mounted systems. The introduction of …
Too hot, too cold? Building managers can’t get it right and October is the worst
October’s +/- 8 degree temperature swings are causing havoc for building managers. Sharing workspaces and facilities is one thing, but office workers and building managers are at odds in deciding …
Overcoming the risks of roof obstacles
Despite the introduction of stricter, more organised design regulations over the past few decades, modern roofs remain a hotbed of hazards and obstacles. With everything from cable beds to fragile …
UKGBC responds to State of Nature 2019 report
The UK Green Building Council (UKGBC) has today reacted to the latest State of Nature report, which highlights the continuing extent of species decline across the UK. Following the previous …