December 9, 2020
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ROCKWOOL® Supports Contractors in Managing Flat Roofs Fire Risk
New whitepaper explores how to improve fire performance in the fifth façade....
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November 27, 2020
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Sustainability – Powder Coating Shows Its Metal
Richard Besant, Director, Powdertech (Corby) Ltd, describes how powder coating on metal makes a significant contribution to the quest for sustainability in architectural construction. This it achieves in various ways,...
November 24, 2020
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Marmox Thermoblock Underpins Bromley School Redevelopment
Both phases to the refurbishment and extension of the teaching and other facilities at a South London school are making full use of the insulating and loadbearing capabilities of Marmox...
November 24, 2020
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Brett Martin Delivers a Gold Standard Performance
Brett Martin Daylight Systems’ Marlon Clickfix VF polycarbonate glazing system is delivering exceptional natural daylight inside Dublin’s new National Indoor Arena. The system has been used to create a bright,...
November 12, 2020
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How Getting Paid is Getting Harder in Construction
Is downing tools on a construction site for non-payment still lawful in the wake of new Covid-19-related insolvency legislation? Adam Aston, Construction Lawyer at Muckle LLP, explains....
November 12, 2020
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Investing in Durable Drainage Infrastructure
Steve Bennett, Managing Director of Dura Products, discusses the importance of properly integrated drainage infrastructure and explains the benefits of switching to recycled plastic drainage systems....
November 11, 2020
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How Offsite Has Kept the Country Building
Charlie Fleet, Managing Director at wallcoverings specialist, Reco Surfaces, discusses how offsite construction has kept the construction industry building and how it could lead to changes in our built environment....
November 11, 2020
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Preston’s Skylark Centre: A Truly Conscientious Development
Conlon Construction and Frank Whittle Partnership (FWP) have completed the creation of a rehabilitation unit which will help patients recovering from mental health conditions regain the skills associated with day-to-day...
The Importance of Planning for Green Spaces
Sweeping change has brought back into hard focus the importance of green spaces, especially as society becomes gradually more ‘distanced’. UK-based independent environmental consultant Thomson EC explains more....
November 10, 2020
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Launch of Leviat Unites Construction Accessories Companies Under New Global Brand
Leviat, the new global brand for CRH’s construction accessories companies, launches today....
November 2, 2020
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Marmox Multiboard Makes Ideal Render Backer for Surrey Conversion
The redevelopment of an unusually large agricultural homestead at a farm in the Surrey commuter belt has seen the main contractor make full use of the technical benefits offered by...
November 2, 2020
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Shining a Light on the World’s Largest Hangar
A large new hangar for American Airlines has been completed at Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport using Kalwall® translucent cladding to provide natural daylight to form signature ‘light bars’ at each...
October 9, 2020
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Can Plastics in Construction Be Sustainable?
Roland Jackson, Commercial Director of roofing, waterproofing and insulation specialist, Soprema, discusses the issue of plastics in the construction sector....
October 9, 2020
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Going Above and Beyond to Increase Housing Stock
In June this year, architect practice Hoban Design helped south London housing association Sutton Housing Society to secure planning permission for 71 rooftop or ‘airspace’ flats, increasing its total...
October 9, 2020
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Offsite Modular: The Solution for Expanded NHS Capacity
Kirk Taylor, Head of Development at Kajima Partnerships, believes those working across construction and public sector building programmes need to help NHS managers find a way to expand capacity by...
October 9, 2020
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Therme Group – Redefining Global Wellbeing
Therme Group, the global wellbeing organisation and developer of some of the largest water-based attractions in the world, is driven by the belief that wellbeing should be accessible to all....
October 9, 2020
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Building Engagement into the Construction of Special Schools
Building schools for children with special educational and disability needs requires project teams with specialist skills and experience. Paul Hoskins, Managing Director of Diamond Build PLC, explains the key considerations...
September 28, 2020
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Saint-Gobain Glass UK & Ireland Launches Next Generation Online Tech Hub
To deliver comprehensive support to all involved in the building glass supply chain....
September 10, 2020
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Sweating the Small Stuff: Reaping the Eco Roofing Benefits the Easy Way
Public health and wellbeing are now a major national focus, and with £1bn being set aside by the UK Government as part of a commitment into making homes and public...
September 10, 2020
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Meeting Demand in a Pandemic
When COVID-19 started its aggressive expansion throughout the world, one of the major fears was that healthcare providers would be overwhelmed. ...