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12 May 2015

Consumer rights at the centre of discussion at GGF meeting

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Featuring updates and presentations from the GGF Technical and Marketing staff, the meeting focused mainly on the impact of the new Consumer Rights Act, introduced in March 2015, to be implemented in October this year. Evander Glazing & Locks and Hazlemere Windows (pictured) were presented membership certificates. Mark Hanson, of Ultraframe and Chairman of the[…]

  • 12 May 2015

11 May 2015

Darts professionals sponsored by Fermacell

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The sponsorship was unveiled during an afternoon event in Birmingham, where over 20 Fermacell customers and employees participated in a darts tournament against professionals, hosted by TV MC Paul booth. Dean Winstanley and Daryl Gurney will be sponsored by Fermacell for the next 12 months. The amateurs had to try and match the professionals’ scores[…]

  • 11 May 2015

11 May 2015

Setting out strategies to solve the UK housing crisis

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Bidwells’ Mike Derbyshire believes that a single strategy won’t be enough to solve the UK housing crisis In order to meet the UK’s housing needs, we need to deliver in excess of 250,000 new homes per annum. However, we are a long way from meeting this requirement. Bidwells’ Perspectives on Planning research highlights the current[…]

  • 11 May 2015

11 May 2015

New CPD discusses compliance with Water Regulations Advisory Scheme

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Many of Hansgrohe’s products, such as its Raindance Select hand shower head, demonstrate compliance with WRAS The Water Regulations Advisory Scheme (WRAS) is a certification mark that shows a certain product meets the requirements of the 1999 water regulations. WRAS covers all plumbing systems, water fittings and water equipment from the public water supply: this[…]

  • 11 May 2015

11 May 2015

High Pressure Laminate selected for East End Homes HQ

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616 Walnut Sabec finish creates a warm, executive feel Fabricated by Decra – a specialist in washroom and cubicle manufacturing – the 616 Walnut Sabec finish was selected to create a warm and executive feel for the luxury washrooms. Manufactured in 0.9mm thickness and in large 3050mm x 1300mm sheet sizes, the Legni and Legni[…]

  • 11 May 2015

11 May 2015

Roofing contractors benefit from Sika Sarnafil’s product launches

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The events were designed to give contractors a first-hand look at Sika Sarnafil’s new products The events were held at Sika’s Centres for Excellence in Preston, Dunblane and Welwyn Garden City. Attendees were given the opportunity to take part in interactive workshops, which were run by the company’s dedicated applications team. Live demonstrations and presentations[…]

  • 11 May 2015

11 May 2015

Britain’s most hated bathroom chore revealed

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Housekeeping is often an undesirable part of home-owning, with many identifying ironing and scrubbing as arduous and boring tasks. Curious about the burden of household chores, Geberit conducted a survey to find out more about the cleaning and maintenance jobs we hate as British homeowners. After questioning 1,000 people, Geberit discovered that bathroom-based chores were[…]

  • 11 May 2015

11 May 2015

Retrofitting to benefit from energy efficiency requirements

Posted on by KoruEditor

With the introduction of the new Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS), it will become illegal for landlords to rent out properties that have energy efficiency ratings of F or G on the property’s Energy Performance Certificate (EPC). Under MEPS, it will become illegal for landlords to rent out properties that have energy efficiency ratings of[…]

  • 11 May 2015

11 May 2015

New brochure advocates hand protection in the construction sector

Posted on by KoruEditor

TraffiGlove’s Construction Hand Protection brochure has been designed to help construction companies to meet their health and safety goals TraffiGlove’s latest brochure comprises safety information and success stories, as well as details about current industry trends. With a focus on work-related accidents and handling injuries, the content of the brochure reinforces the importance of wearing[…]

  • 11 May 2015

11 May 2015

New open cell ceiling system boasts contemporary aesthetic

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A Tricell system was designed to fit Santiago Airport’s “Y” shaped departure lounge Tricell has been designed to provide an alternate cell pattern for a monolithic aesthetic. The system allows for easy airflow management and rapid smoke extraction; these are crucial attributes in high traffic areas, such as airports, shopping centres and commercial offices. Easy[…]

  • 11 May 2015