Sizing up steel roofing tiles

David Padmore from Metrotile UK Ltd explores the versatile world of lightweight metal roofing systems: what they look like and their uses Even in these enlightened times, many people in the construction sector mention a ‘metal’ roofing system and they... View Article

Think zinc

Jonathan Lowy of VMZinc looks at the precise requirements of a complex metal roof and addresses the aesthetics and challenges involved The new library at Magdalene College in Cambridge – designed by Niall McLaughlin Architects – sits next to part... View Article

Security without compromise

STS202 is changing the game for security standards across the construction sector. Ash Pearson from Jack Aluminium talks us through the specification and what security benefits it can offer for buildings Security should always be a concern, but never an... View Article

Domus Ventilation launches new interactive website

Domus Ventilation, manufacturer of market-leading ventilation systems that save energy and improve indoor air quality, has launched a new company website – domusventilation.co.uk – featuring an innovative interactive ‘show home’ which enables visitors to see product solutions for types of... View Article

Meadfleet open space management awards success

Open space management company Meadfleet is celebrating success after reaching the finals of three top industry awards. It is shortlisted in the Landscape Institute’s Landscape Legacy Award 2022 and in the Innovator of the Year and Campaign of the Year... View Article

Crittall T60 is a Camden Classic

Crittall Window’s T60 Thermal Break System features as part of the £40 million renovation of the KOKO iconic music venue in Camden, London. Known as Camden Palace from 1982 until its 2004 purchase and extensive restoration when its name changed... View Article

Vivid Solar Street Lighting

LISTEN HERE Vivid Solar Street Lighting provides high quality environmentally friendly, off grid, zero carbon, solar street lighting systems. In a world where global energy prices are soaring, there has never been a better time to change to solar street... View Article

Pumping station selection for foul and drainage waters

The provision of a pumping system is becoming more common in many developments as gravity cannot always be deployed and a pumped solution would be critical to the success of the scheme. Pumping stations fall into 3 main categories Package... View Article

Introducing NyRock Cavity Slab 032

NyRock® Cavity Slab 032 has landed. A BBA-approved, specially designed solution for full and partial fill masonry cavity walls – now delivering the lowest lambda value of any stone wool insulation currently available in the UK and Ireland. New builds. Renovations. Extensions.... View Article

Setcrete launches revolutionary water-mix levelling compound

Setcrete Level-Smart represents the next generation of floor levelling compounds. It is a high-performance, fast-setting, fast-drying, water-mix levelling compound for smoothing flooring screeds where old adhesive residues are present. It is recommended for use in flooring refurbishments and projects that... View Article

The retail mix – Encasement combines design and practicality

Decorative column casings and building linings are key aspects of the retail environment and Encasement products are installed in a diverse range of projects including many well-known brands, including Porsche, ASDA, Kia Motors, Tesco, Next, Oak Furnitureland and Greggs. Used on both new-build and... View Article

There is more to a Passive House than the bigger picture

Without a doubt, the climate emergency must be taken seriously. Buildings account for 35 percent of total global energy consumption. We know it is essential that we transition to sustainable construction methods and materials. Understanding the environmental implications of our... View Article

Protect Duty

A study by security manufacturer study reveals that only SEVEN UK councils have assigned budget to the upcoming ‘Protect Duty’ legislation. 237 UK councils currently have zero budget assigned to the looming regulations Freedom of information requests submitted to UK... View Article

The perfect interplay of quality, function & style

Finding green products that protect the building structure as well as the environment over their whole life cycle can be quite challenging. As net-zero and compliance with sustainable building emerges in the construction industry, XPS solutions with verifiable environmental footprint... View Article