Downer unveils a hat-trick of new framing systems

A totally comprehensive one-stop-shop portfolio of rainscreen framing systems is now available from leading UK manufacturer Downer Framing. All available within 48 hours. Part of the APS (Architectural Panel Solutions) brand family, the leading UK manufacturer and supplier of rainscreen... View Article

New F. Ball smoothing compound raises the level

F. Ball’s new Stopgap 1600 smoothing compound has provided a fast-track solution for raising floor levels as part of the ground-floor refurbishment of a residential property in Wainscott, Kent. Fitters were contracted by wholesale flooring distribution company STS Flooring to... View Article

Downer Framing launches rainscreen framing online design tool

Downer Designer helps specifiers, designers and specialist contractors design and cost any rainscreen framing solution. A next-generation, dedicated, free-to-use platform for the real-time development, creation and costing of rainscreen cladding framing systems has been launched by leading UK manufacturer Downer... View Article

Bournemouth University upgrades library access with TORMAX

As part of Bournemouth University’s ongoing commitment to improving the student and staff experience, TORMAX UK was recently contracted by Rocare Building Services Ltd to install a new automatic main entrance to the Sir Michael Cobham Library. Consisting of two... View Article

Building Superstore’s timely help for housebuilders

Having greater control over product orders and deliveries has never been more important as housebuilders look to reduce costs and the risk of delays to their build. That’s why online only builders’ merchant Building Superstore, part of CMO Group PLC, can offer... View Article

Engineered in the UK to shape a sustainable tomorrow

With the market being flooded with cheap imports, an increasing number of architects are opting to bolster the UK economy by specifying domestically-produced products and brands. West Fraser has been a respected and trusted provider of OSB, particleboard, and MDF... View Article

Snickers Workwear’s new hybrid jacket

The new Hybrid multi-purpose work jacket is a street-smart, highly versatile garment. Great on site or for leisurewear, it’s made of flexible, wicking jersey fabric with Repreve® fabric insulation in the shoulder and upper body area. The Hybrid provides great... View Article

Live online spiral and helical staircase CPD

With over 30 years’ experience in the design, manufacture and installation of spiral, helical and cantilever staircases, Spiral UK’s expertise is well placed to offer bespoke staircase CPD.    Sessions are normally 30-40 minutes depending on questions and cover staircase... View Article