08 October 2014

Service lift to be donated to charitable cause for Stannah’s birthday

Suitable projects could include a children’s hospice, youth project, activity centre, village hall, care home or school that is trying to raise funds for a service lift. Microlift service lifts make life easier Microlifts are most commonly used in pubs, hotels and bars to transport food and drink and allow staff to avoid the stairs[…]

08 October 2014

Internal glazed screen for UK’s nuclear deterrent development centre

Wrightstyle also secured a contract at AWE’s Technology Development Centre as an approved Schuco-Jansen fabricator and Schuco Approved Fire Expert, enabling the company to offer a range of steel and aluminium advanced systems to combat security threats. Schuco customers can be assured that its fabrication and installation partners have been highly trained and approved to[…]

07 October 2014

Balustrades used to create contemporary balconies and glass floors

The balustrades for integrated balconies were manufactured by Sapphire using a Crystal frameless, structural glass system, with the clean continuous lines containing no vertical support posts, providing clear views across Canary Wharf’s skyline. Some 10,000 structural glass panels were used to form the faceted glass balustrade and create the elliptical shape specified by designers without[…]

07 October 2014

Electrical Contractors book third edition focuses on smoke and CO alarms

The book features information on smoke and CO alarms and how to install and maintain them A total of 45,000 copies have been distributed nationwide since its launch in 2008, with the pocket sized book being regarded by contractors as essential reading in regards to specifying suitable smoke and CO alarms. Updated for the BS[…]

06 October 2014

Why are Green Roofs and Blue Roofs vital to SUDS success?

The advantages of including of green roofs within SUDS strategies has been increasingly recognised as a key part of compliance with Governments Water strategy for England (DEFRA 2008). Green Roofs occupy otherwise redundant roof space extend the waterproofing durability of the roof reduce energy consumption provideadditional amenity space help to reduce the peak rates of[…]

06 October 2014

Will offshore wind be the key to UK self-sustaining energy?

Does Offshore Wind Power Work? Howard Chapman| Managing Editor, Buildingtalk UK is the world leader in offshore wind, with more capacity in operation than the rest of the world combined Offshore wind provides thousands of employment opportunities across the country UK has enough wind to power the whole country 3 times over Offshire Wind Works[…]

03 October 2014

Boris brick speech highlights the need for affordable housing

The Mayor of London called for affordable housing during the Conservative Party Conference Photo courtesy of Ibstock Brick Holding up a brick presented to him at the Newcastle under Lyme site, London Mayor, Boris Johnson, speaking at the Conservative Party Conference in Birmingham, promised the brick You will not be alone, whilst stating that a[…]

01 October 2014

Energy and Climate Change team deliver demonstrations at new academy

Members of DECC observed demonstrations and installations of internal and external wall insulation, including systems from British Gypsum, Celotex, Isover and Weber. The Saint-Gobain Technical Academies are designed to address the skills shortage within the construction industry and improve the existing housing stock by providing technical training and providing advice on building solutions. Tutors work[…]

01 October 2014

Bus boarding kerb improves passenger safety and prevents illegal parking

Kassel kerbs were found to be ‘fit for purpose’ following research conducted at University College London in 1998, especially when used with modern low-floor buses to enhance passenger safety. The Lewes Road project is the biggest single installation of Kassel kerbs and will service the route along Brighton’s academic corridor, reducing the extent of cage[…]