05 June 2015

Swish selected for Newcastle home refurbishment scheme

Swish’s Sustainable Rainwater products contain up to 84% recycled content – a combination of old windows and guttering systems – which can save up to 70% in CO2 output during the production process. YHN manages council houses on behalf of Newcastle City Council. The products are two-tone; the recycled material is grey and is co-extruded[…]

  • 05 June 2015

05 June 2015

Portable show-suite developed using Protan SE membrane

The ‘gull-wing’ prefabricated buildings comprise two 10m x 3m sections that are easily craned into position and abutted from one site to another. Currently 22 units are being produced for sites across the country. Avant brands Ben Bailey and Bett Homes have previously specified Protan SE Each section is roofed in the factory using Protan[…]

  • 05 June 2015

03 June 2015

Spectradek roof panel specified for distribution centre

Spectraplan TPE systems combine features of thermoplastics and elastomerics. One of the major benefits of TPE membranes is its excellent welding characteristics. It has a wide welding window with operating temperatures from 200°C to 650°C and can be mechine welded at speeds of up to seven linear metres per minute. Spectradek was specified for Farmfoods[…]

  • 03 June 2015

  • 02 June 2015

01 June 2015

BIM objects launched for natural slates and façades

BIM is popular with architects, contractors and other specifiers, used during the planning and design phase of projects to create a digital representation of the building alongside detailed technical information, accreditations and background data. Cembrit’s BIM objects for natural slate and façades contain detailed dimensions, product specifications and other key details. Designed to help professionals[…]

  • 01 June 2015

01 June 2015

Shopping Mall in South Africa uses SE Controls for fire safety

SE Controls’ window automation and control panel solutions Matlosana Mall, shopping and entertainment centre in Kerksdorp, South Africa The smoke ventilation system at Matlosana Mall, shopping and entertainment centre in Kerksdorp, South Africa uses SE Controls’ window automation and control panel solutions to ensure it operates perfectly in the event of a fire, allowing smoke-free[…]

  • 01 June 2015

  • 29 May 2015

29 May 2015

Roof and wall panels chosen for highlands farm refurbishment

Steadmans provided almost 1,300 linear metres of its AS35 composite panels, in merlin grey – almost 750 linear metres, 100mm thick, for the roof and over 530 linear metres, 80mm deep, for the walls. Steadmans provided almost 1,300 linear metres of its merlin grey AS35 composite panels. The building products manufacturer supplied almost 600 linear[…]

  • 29 May 2015

20 May 2015

Rolled zinc finishes to be showcased at Vision

AZENGAR – an engraved, rolled zinc finish for roofs and façades – will be one of the products showcased on Stand 93. It features a distinctive matt surface unaffected by fingerprints, making it ideal for both exterior and interior use. Rolled zinc is becoming increasingly popular across all building sectors. AZENGAR was developed in response[…]

  • 20 May 2015

12 May 2015

Breather membrane offers discreet protection against UV damage

A period coach house, which accommodates a growing family, has benefited from the construction of a two-storey extension. Located in Long Ashton, Bristol, the property’s new structure was erected as part of a self-build project. To ensure the aesthetics of the new build were sympathetic to its surroundings, a Western Red Cedar cladding system was[…]

  • 12 May 2015