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13 November 2014

Ecophon Focus LP system creates acoustic ceiling linear design

Posted on by KoruEditor

Ecophon’s Focus Lp is the only acoustic ceiling on the market that creates the sharp linear lines in a room that designers and installers choose to provide a sense of direction.  Standard option is available in various panel sizes including a new 300mm panel. Additional options offered by Focus Lp Premium enable designers to discreetly[…]

  • 13 November 2014

13 November 2014

Vacuum roofing system ready for the storms

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PROVAC prefabricated vacuum roofing has been designed for repairing roof damage in both domestic properties and larger commercial buildings The company manufactures and supplies the PROVAC prefabricated vacuum roofing system that has been designed for repairing roof damage in both doemstic properties and larger commercial buildings. PROVAC can be specified when refurbishing and repairing existing[…]

  • 13 November 2014

13 November 2014

Automatic window actuators for school’s smoke ventilation

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Window actuators from SE Controls were specified for use at the Holy Rosary School in Johannesburg In the event of a fire, SE Controls’ SECO stroke chain actuators, which are fire tested to EN12101-2: Annex G Standard, are activated to provide appropriate ventilation that ensures fire escape routes remain smoke free. The actuators were commissioned[…]

  • 13 November 2014

12 November 2014

Q&A on tax returns for 167,000 self-employed building workers

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Access the full Builder’s tax return complete infographic via the link above Heather Dore who works as a Regional Manager at Easy Accountancy answers some commonly asked questions from her self-employed clients.  I am paid a mixture of cash, bank transfers and cheques. How would you recommend I record my cash income in case I[…]

  • 12 November 2014

12 November 2014

QandA on tax returns for 167,000 self-employed building workers

Posted on by bt-editor

Access the full Builder’s tax return complete infographic via the link above Heather Dore who works as a Regional Manager at Easy Accountancy answers some commonly asked questions from her self-employed clients. I am paid a mixture of cash, bank transfers and cheques. How would you recommend I record my cash income in case I[…]

  • 12 November 2014

12 November 2014

How can the building industry help ex-offenders Bounce Back into work?

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Howard Chapman, Editor of Buildingtalk Buildingtalk is supporting Bounce Back, a charity that trains people both in and out of prison and gives them the qualifications to become professional painters and decorators. When they have completed their training they join the Bounce Back Social Enterprise to continue to develop their careers. Bounce Back believe passionately[…]

  • 12 November 2014

11 November 2014

Remembering fallen heroes and their families

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Howard Chapman, Editor of Buildingtalk Todays Buildingtalk newsletter marked Armistice Day – with our thanks and respect for the men and women who fought in The Great War that began 100 years ago. My grandfather, Harold Preece, was badly injured at the battle of the Somme. He survived the war but was tormented all his[…]

  • 11 November 2014

11 November 2014

Bounce Back painters and decorators renovation of Shoreditch Town Hall

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Shoreditch Town Hall project helping ex-offenders into work Shoreditch Town Hall Trust is an arts and education charity based in Shoreditch Town Hall. In addition to looking after and developing this unique historic building, its work includes letting out and using the different spaces for a wide range of purposes. Interior of Shoreditch Town Hall[…]

  • 11 November 2014

11 November 2014

Encon Insulation partners with Nevill Long at new branch

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The new site in Feltham will allow for the creation of new jobs The new branch incorporates three industrial units and two large yards that will help to improve delivery and trade for Encon, whilst its proximity to Heathrow Airport and major motorways will help with the transportation of goods. After 30 years of being[…]

  • 11 November 2014

11 November 2014

Walltite spray foam provides insulation at shipping container house

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The home was constructed using shipping containers The closed polyurethane spray foam was applied all over the walls and ceilings to a depth of 125mm to provide airtight insulation with a U-value of 0.2 W/m2K, providing significant energy savings for the life of the building. Grand Designs presenter, Kevin McCloud, pointed out that the house[…]

  • 11 November 2014