In the realm of construction materials, clay brick emerges as a timeless icon that seamlessly marries tradition and sustainability. Keith Aldis, CEO of the Brick Development Association (BDA) provides in-depth insight into clay brick’s exceptional versatility, showcasing its ability to... View Article

There are four key products in the new water treatment range launched recently – DR1 solid inhibitor sticks, which is the first solid inhibitor in the world to gain NSF International CIAS certification – formerly known as BuildCert. Then there’s... View Article

Callum Thornton, the Fenestration Product Manager for SFS UK, explains why social housing specifiers and housing managers should consider continuity of insulation around window openings as a priority for tackling thermal-bridging and mould growth. The tragic death of a young boy... View Article

Insulation manufacturer, Marmox UK have introduced a NEW highly versatile Fireboard into their range of building products, for both internal and external wall insulation (IWI/EWI) applications. Marmox Fireboard is a stone wool based product, coated on both sides with the... View Article

A significant challenge when working on the roof of any existing, occupied building is protecting the people inside the building without the full roof system in place. That challenge is multiplied when the building in question is large and work... View Article

Installer Show (Birmingham, 25-27 June, Stand 4D22). As a major UK supplier of systems for the protection of tile and stone installations, including profiles, waterproofing, heating and other systems essential for high-quality bathroom fitouts, Schlüter-Systems is highlighting some of the... View Article

SFS Group Fastening Technology has launched a brochure outlining its NVELOPE® Capability range which supports rainscreen subframe systems, as well as the myriad design solutions to meet virtually any project’s requirements. The 132-page publication offers information on the manufacturer’s advanced fixing... View Article

Cedral products are tried, tested and trusted in the industry and offer: Long-lasting durability: our fibre cement facades and roofing materials have a minimum life expectancy of 50 years. Low maintenance upkeep: fibre cement doesn’t rot, rust, warp or crack... View Article

The Soho External Door is the first of Origin’s new generation of products. Inspired by the neighbourhood nestled in the heart of Manhattan, famed for its creativity, culture and imagination, the state-of-the-art bi-fold, French and single door system combines a... View Article

Vectaire has four fans with EC motors designed for ventilating wet rooms. The Elegance (axial with 100mm or 120mm ducts) and the Elix (centrifugal) operate continuously, quietly and economically. They have a choice of two trickle speeds and options of... View Article

The Priory Group provides a range of adult residential services supporting those with a learning disability, autism or mental health conditions. We were approached by Bayard Construction to assist with providing a safe washroom water management system that would allow... View Article

Discover ROCKWOOL Learning, the e-learning platform providing on-demand professional development resources for building specifiers and contractors. Develop your knowledge of construction and insulation, including specific courses which cover changes to legislation and best practice across key applications. ROCKWOOL Learning has... View Article

Kingspan Light + Air is a trusted partner for thousands of commercial and industrial properties. From planned, preventative maintenance to rapid response repairs, we offer comprehensive service and maintenance packages for smoke control systems – we can help you stay... View Article

In times of emergency, you’re in safe hands with Strand Hardware. Although there are many considerations for building specification, few decisions can be as critical as selecting the right emergency exit/panic hardware. Efficiency and reliability must be a given and... View Article

More than 120,000 EJOT Colorfast self-drilling fasteners have helped Kingspan to create a thermally superior, visually-appealing building envelope for its first purpose-built manufacturing plant in South East Asia. The 16,000 sq. m factory at Phu My Town in Ba Ria-Vung... View Article

The bespoke Soho External Door combines an elegant design with meticulous attention to detail. On top of delivering a steel-look design that’s been inspired by one of Manhattan’s most famous neighbourhoods, it also boasts 2025 Future Homes Standard compliance for thermal efficiency.... View Article

A landmark achievement in balcony installation was recently accomplished at the Bridge House residential project in Uxbridge. A record-breaking 110 balconies were installed in just 2 days at the once non-descript office building by the Grand Union Canal. The six-storey... View Article

Located in the East of Kent, Thanet Earth is the UK’s leading producer of salad vegetables, where an estimated 400 million tomatoes and 30 million cucumbers are grown every year: with the initial processing and packaging being carried out in... View Article

Visitors to the Bjelin stand, stand PC9, at Clerkenwell Design Week will have the opportunity to see at first hand the latest innovations in hardened wood flooring. As with all products from Bjelin, these include the latest technical developments from... View Article

SFS Group Fastening Technology has launched an innovative new range of single ply membrane fasteners, in three sizes featuring a unique self-coring washer design, with a choice of two head drives and hardened drill points plus two types of slimline drive bar and... View Article