“A” First Class Flame Retardant Membrane

In a UK building materials first, Industrial Textiles & Plastics (ITP) is launching a Euroclass A2 flame retardant breathable membrane for roof and wall installations. Powerlon FlameOut Breathe Class A is a woven material, engineered with the highest level of... View Article

EPIC is the first trade body to support ‘100% Hackitt’

Engineered Panels in Construction (EPIC) has thrown its full weight behind the ‘100% Hackitt’ campaign to help drive the industry to adopt all 53 recommendations from ‘The Independent Review of Building Regulations and Fire Safety’. EPIC general secretary Chris Pateman... View Article

New RIBA Accredited CPD from Howe Green Ltd

Howe Green Ltd, the UK’s leading manufacturer of access covers, has launched a new CPD seminar. The CPD – “Safe Access All Areas: Floor Access” has been accredited by RIBA and is listed on the RIBA CPD website – www.ribacpd.com. The aim of... View Article

Decorative floors from CTD Architectural Tiles

From patchworks of muted tones to monochrome geometric patterns, decorative floor tiles are being increasingly favoured by the commercial and specification market. Ideal for those designers or architects who are looking to make a statement, CTD Architectural Tiles’ exceptional range... View Article

A world of possibilities with Vicaima doors

The eagerly anticipated 2019 edition of the Vicaima Interior Door Selector (IDS) has now arrived, with an array of products designed to inspire creative interiors for modern living. Whether for homes, commercial environments, health or educational establishments, Vicaima offers original... View Article

Building more social homes is a no brainer

Bringing together sixteen commissioners from across the political spectrum, Shelter have released a report titled, ‘A vision for social housing’, which analyses the state of social housing across the country. The report reinforces the message that the entire housing sector... View Article

Finance specialist Giles Townsend joins Cistermiser and Keraflo

Giles Townsend has joined Cistermiser and Keraflo, the washroom and water efficiency specialists, in the Board-level operational role of Finance Director. A Business Studies graduate and Chartered Management Accountant, Giles has specialised in financial management throughout his successful career to... View Article

BAM planting 150,000 trees to celebrate 150th anniversary

In 2019 Royal BAM Group nv turns 150. To underline the Group’s commitment to sustainability, the European construction company will plant 150,000 trees throughout 2019. More information about the history of BAM and the various jubilee activities can be found... View Article

Three million new social homes key to solving housing crisis

A landmark report by Shelter’s social housing commission published today calls for an ambitious 3.1 million new homes, extending the offer of social housing to many more people. After the Grenfell Tower fire, the charity brought together 16 independent commissioners... View Article

Breathing Buildings’ NVHR® Wins Prestigious Energy Award

Breathing Buildings, the UK’s leading provider of controlled hybrid ventilation systems, is delighted to announce that it has won a prestigious Energy Award. Recognising the vital importance of good indoor air quality and thermal comfort in schools, the Cambridge-based company’s... View Article