Category: Building Associations & Institutes

Mitsubishi Electric reaction to Climate Change Committee’s air con guidance

This article features reaction to the Climate Change Committee’s ‘A Well-Adapted UK’ Report from Chris Newman, Net Zero Design Manager at Mitsubishi Electric…

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Showersave: WWHR sector warns Future Homes Standard risks overlooking biggest household energy use

As the Future Homes Standard (FHS) moves into its final policy stage before implementation, the Waste Water Heat Recovery (WWHR) sector, led by Showersave and Recoup, has identified that the framework may limit opportunities for reducing domestic hot water (DHW) demand – despite hot water accounting for one of the largest energy demands in the homes of the future.

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PWS Announced as One of the First Fabricators to Receive the WFF’s Quality Mark

PWS, market-leading UK manufacturer and fabricator of quality bespoke worksurfaces, is one of the first businesses to officially receive the new Quality Mark accreditation from the Worktop Fabrication Federation (WFF).

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MCRMA: MCRI’s growing membership – compliance support and professional standard

Six months since its first members were approved, the value of the support available to ensure compliance can be effectively maintained, as well as to uphold the highest professional standards, are emerging as the key reasons behind the growth of the Metal Cladding & Roofing Institute (MCRI). Launched in September 2025 by the MCRMA (Metal Cladding & Roofing Manufacturers Association), the MCRI is the only membership organisation for individuals working in the metal building envelope sector.

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June dates confirmed for 2026 MCRMA Technical Conference

The MCRMA (Metal Cladding and Roofing Manufacturers Association) 2026 Technical Conference will take place on 10 – 11 June at the Telford Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort in Shropshire, and will once again provide a unique platform for renowned industry experts to examine the key challenges and innovations shaping the immediate future of the metal building envelope supply chain.

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ADSA Leads on Industry Standards Changes

The Automatic Door Suppliers Association (ADSA) is playing a central role in informing and influencing a series of significant changes to standards and regulations affecting the powered pedestrian door industry across the UK.

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ADSA leads industry-wide initiative to ensure safe automation of fire-rated doors

The Automatic Door Suppliers Association (ADSA) has launched a collaborative industry initiative to address a growing technical challenge: how to safely automate existing fire-rated doors without compromising their fire performance.

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HMG Paints has Modular and Portable Building members covered

The UK’s leading independent paint manufacturer, HMG Paints Ltd has become part of the growing Modular and Portable Building community by becoming an associate member of the Modular and Portable Building Association (MPBA).

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RIBA-Accredited CPD Webinar Series Launched by GEZE

GEZE UK has announced a new series of online CPD webinars taking place across April, offering architects and specifiers the opportunity to enhance their knowledge of door, window and access control systems through four RIBA-accredited sessions.

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SWA member impresses in County Hall window restoration

The Steel Window Association (SWA) represents the UK’s foremost specialists in the preservation and refurbishment of steel windows and doors – particularly within listed buildings, heritage properties, and conservation areas. Among its expert members is Associated Steel Window Services (ASWS), an architectural heritage refurbishment specialist which has completed the restoration of 40 distinctive ‘porthole’ and rectangular steel windows at County Hall overlooking Westminster Bridge.

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