October 18, 2021
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The Elephant in the Roof
Paul Trace from Stella Rooflight discusses the practicalities involved in specifying large rooflights....
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September 7, 2021
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Resitrix Provides a Robust CIF-funded Roof at Prince Henry’s High School
Prince Henry’s High School in Evesham is an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ Academy for students aged 13 to 18 that has worked collaboratively with chartered building consultant, PR Associates, and roofing systems...
July 2, 2021
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An Efficient Approach to Window Specification
From the desire to increase the sustainability of a building to the very real need to reduce its impact on the environment, it is important to view windows in terms...
June 9, 2021
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Green Roofs: Fire Performance, Maintenance and Substrate Science
The UK green roof market is, quite literally, growing at an increasingly fast pace. System manufacturers are reporting that interest has never been stronger, and Wallbarn is sure it isn’t...
June 9, 2021
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Ethical Standards to Look for When Sourcing or Specifying Bricks
Jason Hughes, Managing Director of Imperial Bricks, looks at why bricks are used again and again in public sector projects, and the importance of an ethical supply chain....
May 10, 2021
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The Value of Street Furniture in Placemaking
Incorporating stylish and durable products into a public realm setting addresses the key characteristics of a well-designed open space, writes John Boyle, Commercial Director at street furniture specialist Broxap....
April 1, 2021
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NEW STUDY HELPS DISPEL COMMON MYTH AROUND SUDS
It seems that sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) are finally coming of age. A combination of guidance and legislation is pushing for greater inclusion of SuDS into urban developments, not just...
April 1, 2021
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FLAT ROOF FIRE RISK – LESSONS LEARNED
Arson accounts for 50.5% of fire service call-outs in the UK, making it the most common cause of fire in the country. Due to ease of access, this is a...
April 1, 2021
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FLOOD MANAGEMENT IN URBAN ENVIRONMENTS
Changing weather patterns and urban growth have contributed to an environment in which flooding is an increasingly frequent and damaging occurrence. Here, Ben Puddy, Regional Technical Manager at Hydro International,...
March 4, 2021
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QUALITY IS CRUCIAL TO LONG-TERM INTEGRITY OF BRICK-BUILT PROPERTIES
Scott Denham, Sales Director at IG Masonry Support, looks at how offsite construction is helping us create buildings that embrace the traditional beauty of brick through the utilisation of hygrothermally-tested...
March 4, 2021
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How Post-COVID Procurement Can Help to Boost MMC
Tim Oakley, Head Consultant at LHC, talks to PSBJ about its work to instill confidence in local authorities to implement MMC and demonstrates the accessibility of offsite through its frameworks...
March 4, 2021
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WHY IS BIM THE ENABLER FOR DIGITAL PROCESSES ON PUBLIC SECTOR PROJECTS?
BIM (Building Information Modelling) as a process and technology has been transforming public sector project delivery since BIM Level 2 was mandated back in 2016. Whilst its benefits are clear...
March 4, 2021
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COMMUNITY PARK PERFECT FOR A RAINY DAY
Climate change and the need to plan for green infrastructure is playing an increasingly significant role in a new approach to design in built-up areas. In addition, heavy rainfall events...
February 9, 2021
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DEALING WITH DAMP – MOISTURE MANAGEMENT TO AVOID FLOOR FAILURE
Unmanaged excess subfloor moisture is the leading cause of floor failure and frequently results in delays to projects, major inconvenience and expense when remedial work is required. To help avoid...
February 9, 2021
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CLEAN BILL OF HEALTH
Visitors to hospitals or care homes are unlikely to contemplate the type of flooring they are walking on, yet the design and cleanliness of this surface has never been more...
January 6, 2021
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POWER OVER ETHERNET (POE): HEAT MANAGEMENT
When planning for PoE applications, heat management of the cable channel must be a top consideration. Here, Zoran Borcic, Draka Global Product Manager Datacom, offers advice on how to achieve...
January 6, 2021
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PAVING FOR CHANGE
Announced in May last year, the Government’s £2bn post-pandemic investment package for cycling and walking provides a unique opportunity to transform the public realm. But this – and other recent...
December 1, 2020
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Xylem Keeps Prestigious Pool Projects Afloat During Pandemic
Reliability, high operating efficiency and low maintenance costs are the top features sought by leisure centres for their pool pumping equipment. Such was the case when Xylem Water Solutions UK...
December 1, 2020
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Fire Safety Armoury Strengthened by British Standard for Balcony Construction
A new British Standard introduced at the end of August is helping close what a growing number of building professionals have identified as clear gaps in the fire safety performance...
December 1, 2020
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How the Right Flooring Can Promote Safe Social Distancing
In this article, Paragon Carpet Tiles discusses how flooring can be used to promote safe social distancing within public sector spaces....
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