24 February 2015

Recycling scheme for waste vinyl flooring sees success

An impressive 500 tonnes of waste vinyl flooring was recycled via Recofloor in 2014 The scheme has inspired flooring contractors and distributors to send their waste vinyl flooring to be recycled into new flooring and other products. Many companies, such as Mayfield Floors and Branagan Flooring Services, have got involved with the scheme to reduce[…]

  • 24 February 2015

24 February 2015

Paint, products and price reductions in Toolstation’s latest catalogue

Catalogue 58 will feature Crown Paints’ Contract range of paints which can also be found in the company’s stores Crown Paints’ new paint range includes a quick dry satin and gloss as well as vinyl matt emulsion, undercoat and high gloss and satin. All of these will be included in the latest edition of Toolstation’s[…]

  • 24 February 2015

24 February 2015

New paving range featured in Gardens and Drives catalogue

The latest edition of Brett’s Gardens and Drives catalogue showcases the company’s paving ranges through a series of visuals For 2015, the catalogue has been re-developed and printed in a landscape format. With the aim of focusing on the aesthetics of its paving rather than swamping readers with technical information, Brett’s catalogue heavily features lifestyle[…]

  • 24 February 2015

24 February 2015

Aluminium rainwater specification and BIM experts at Ecobuild

Alutec on stand S2110 at Ecobuild 03-05 March 2015 – Excel, London Alutec experts will offer visitors technical help and practical advice on general or project specific questions including details from case studies from across public and private sectors. Architects and specifiers can also further their professional development by attending its RIBA accredited CPD seminar.[…]

  • 24 February 2015

23 February 2015

Cordless tools from Festool Unplugged

Festool has extended its cordless tool offering with its Unplugged range The 5.2Ah batteries enable tradespeople to work for 25% longer than 18V batteries would allow. Festool has combined these batteries with its brushless EC-TEC motor technology to give its cordless tools a longer life. As part of its Unplugged range, Festool has created PowerSelect,[…]

  • 23 February 2015

23 February 2015

Online shopping service for DSL’s customers

DSL’s online shopping service has been developed for builders, allowing them to purchase construction equipment without leaving their homes Described by the company as a ‘clicks and mortar’ innovation, DSL-Direct already has a variety of non-mechanical construction equipment available for users to purchase. The company has predicted that its website, which already features 250 professionally[…]

  • 23 February 2015

23 February 2015

Stroma to host CPD sessions at Ecobuild

Stroma will run its programme of free CPD sessions across the three days of Ecobuild 2015 The CPDs will cover a series of industry talking points as well as addressing the latest developments in Stroma’s energy assessment, Green Deal and workflow management software. The sessions will be delivered by representatives from Stroma Certification’s team. Guest[…]

  • 23 February 2015

23 February 2015

How glazing systems protect shopping centres from terrorist attacks

Goldenhall, a retail centre in Athens, has benefited from Wrightstyle’s protective glazing systems The retail sector has undergone many changes in recent years. Large shopping centres now have multiple uses, providing people with places to shop, eat and drink. Entertainment facilities can also be found in shopping centres, attracting a large number of people. Unfortunately,[…]

  • 23 February 2015

23 February 2015

Environmental Excellence award presented to Crown Paints

Crown Paints was awarded the Environmental Excellence title for its commitment to reducing is Greenhouse Gas Emissions The awards are organised by EEF to commemorate businesses in the sector. The ceremony was held at the A.J. Bell Stadium in Eccles at a congratulatory luncheon. Crown Paints was awarded the Environmental Excellence title for its Earthbalance[…]

  • 23 February 2015

23 February 2015

Glazing solution provides thermal and acoustic control

The replacement windows projects tasked Glassolutions with specifying a glazing solution that could provide thermal, solar and acoustic control The One St Paul’s Courtyard replacement window projects saw the re-fenestration and renovation of The Co-operative Insurance’s offices and 23 rooms from the Grange St Paul’s Hotel. Both clients required a glazing solution that balanced thermal[…]

  • 23 February 2015