One of the UK’s leading utility protection manufacturers has launched a pioneering solution to put damage prevention projects on the fast-track. Developed and manufactured by Centriforce, the all-new Stokbord® Drum is set to transform the installation process of Stokbord Cover across the sector, providing a faster and safer solution. Under Continue Reading
Whaley Bridge dam: UK manufacturing helps to save the day
Less than 24 hours after an emergency order to supply materials to the Toddbrook Reservoir was placed, more than 8,600 bags of Saint-Gobain Weber technical mortar products were on site to help secure the dam. The small town of Whaley Bridge in Derbyshire made headlines at the beginning of August when part of the Toddbrook Reservoir dam structure was damaged. The emergency services were Continue Reading
Housebuilders to benefit from new trussed rafter buyers’ guide
Housebuilders will benefit from a new guide that tells them all they need to know about trussed rafters, from delivery to site through to safe installation. Published by the Trussed Rafter Association (TRA), ‘The Buyers’ Guide to Trussed Rafters’ is relevant to both designers and onsite trades. It is a Continue Reading
Bathroom brand targeted for global growth as Jaquar plans London launch
Bathroom brand targeted for global growth as Jaquar plans London launch Jaquar’s London launch will take place on 11th, 12th and 13th September The expansion into the UK is part of the group’s plans for global growth Attendees can meet the people behind Jaquar’s award-winning designs The premium bathroom company Continue Reading
Bringing About Boundary Dispute Reform
Let’s use the legislative vacuum to good effect Richard Crow, Associate Director, Trident Building Consultancy Who would have thought that Brexit – or the lack of it – would significantly affect the way in which the industry manages boundary disputes? Two years ago, a Private Members’ Bill sponsored by Lord Continue Reading
The UK’s air quality and emissions: are we making any inroads?
It’s clear that the present threat of climate change cannot be ignored anymore. To do so would be inherently damaging — not only to the individual, but to society, to mankind, and to the entirety of life on Earth. As dramatic as it sounds, the stark fact is that it Continue Reading
A guide for construction firms: preventing downtime and the loss of revenue
Generating over £100 billion per year, the construction industry is critical to the UK’s economy. And thanks to innovative new technologies, opportunities to digitally transform and streamline operations are benefitting the sector. But with opportunity comes risk. As construction firms adopt these new technologies and devices, they’re increasing their cyber-attack Continue Reading
Short of time for learning and networking? Here’s seven ways to sway busy construction professionals
We all know we need to get out more. How else will we meet new people, learn new things, find new ideas and discover new products? Yet the pressure on our time is unrelenting. It can be difficult to justify time out of the office with all those deadlines looming Continue Reading
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TIMco ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH LOCAL WILDLIFE ORGANISATION
TIMco, one of the UK’s largest, independent and fastest growing wholesalers to the construction industry, is supporting its local community by partnering with Bees In Our Community – a bee conservation organisation based in Northwich and operating throughout Cheshire. The partnership is part of the company’s strategy to build a Continue Reading