September 3rd, 2021 saw the launch of new branding for VORTICE. The new logo is a strong visual symbol of change, reflecting the strategic process which has seen the Milanese company, founded in 1954 by Attilio Pagani, transform itself into... View Article

Following rigorous testing, Komfort Partitioning is excited to introduce Polar 35FR and Polar 101FR, their enhanced single and double glazed Polar fire rated partitioning systems. Their new enhanced Polar fire rated partitioning systems complement their fire screens and fire rated... View Article

Public toilets have long held a certain notoriety. Originally designed for convenience to provide comfort outside of the home, today’s reality is very different. Far from offering “amenities” and “comfort breaks”, they are often unhygienic, uninspiring and unappealing – the... View Article

Timber, sheet materials, bagged cement, and roof tiles are heading the list of short supply materials. There has been a substantial increase in construction activity recently, which therefore has affected the availability of the materials putting extra pressure on the... View Article

Pre-formed sheets of coated HBP steel simply click together to achieve the standing seam look without specialist equipment, reducing installation time without compromising quality or finish. Timeless roof in no time at all The inspiration for Coverline SRP25N is taken... View Article

AG Paving and Building Products has marked the end of an era with production of one of its best known facing brick products coming to an end at its manufacturing plant in Dungannon, County Tyrone. Once a leader in its... View Article

The UK’s leading specialist in the refurbishment of steel windows and doors, Associated Steel Window Services (ASWS), is proud to have been involved in the detailed restoration and conservation of both timber and steel fenestration throughout three floors of Quadrant Arcade, a Grade... View Article

Birkdale has supplied its innovative DuraPost® fence post system for a series of up-market new-build properties located alongside the scenic Hamble River. Specified for its modern style and durability, the powder coated galvanised steel solution also helped to overcome a... View Article

JUWO Evolved Smartwall™  is an innovative monolithic clay block system using thin joint adhesive technology, providing a structural, ecological and sustainable solution for all residential and commercial developments. Meeting thermal requirements from building regulations to Passivhaus, from 0.28 U Value... View Article

As Winston Churchill famously quoted “It is always wise to look ahead, but difficult to look further than you can see”. Whilst it would be wonderful to have future insight into the world of architecture, basement design and construction, it’s... View Article

TN International’s new roof fire safety guide advises specifiers and building owners. A comprehensive specifier’s guide to fire safety standards in flat roofing has been launched by waterproofing specialists TN International (TNi). TNi’s guide, which also advises building owners, looks... View Article

The acoustic performance of a major London landmark building was upgraded using the StoSilent Distance acoustic system. Hayward Gallery at London’s Southbank Centre underwent a complete refurbishment, and the StoSilent Distance system helped create a new and dramatically improved acoustic environment for... View Article

Stelrad has launched the latest in a series of CPD programmes designed to help people to utilise radiators in a variety of scenarios and circumstances. This latest CPD offers a guide to heating a home with heat emitters on low... View Article

Solution Fires is a new generation of highly efficient, authentic and stylish electric fires. The focus of your living space, these fires have been designed and manufactured with optimal controllability of heat, light and sound as the critical elements. Controllable... View Article

As retailers re-open and shoppers return to the high street, malls and retail parks, the importance of combining practicality with decorative design is still important to ensure the shopping experience is enhanced. Decorative casings, such as column casings and building... View Article