27 October 2014

Does watered down energy efficiency targets mean lost opportunity?

Do watered down energy efficiency targets mean a lost opportunity? European Council have watered down the European Union’s energy efficiency targets for 2030 and overnight we lost 16 years. Have we also lost our sustainability ambitions? European Council has watered down European Union’s energy efficiency targets for 2030 and overnight we lost 16 years. Have[…]

  • 27 October 2014

27 October 2014

Do watered down energy efficiency targets mean a lost opportunity?

Lost opportunity of a generation Making the world a better place doesnt happen overnight. It takes ambition and time – lots of time. Yesterday, the European Council watered down the European Unions energy efficiency targets for 2030 to 27%. Overnight we lost 16 years. And we lost our ambition. Barry Lynham, Group Director of Strategy[…]

  • 27 October 2014

27 October 2014

Wood Energy 20-year biomass boiler warranties match RHI

20-year warranties Wood Energy Service & Maintenance Brochure In what is considered to be an industry first for the industry, Wood Energy is introducing 5 new service and maintenance plans for its installations including offering 20-year boiler warranties that match payment periods made under the commercial Renewable Heat Incentive scheme (RHI). Wood Energy’s boilers already[…]

  • 27 October 2014

27 October 2014

Single ply vapour membrane extends modular building life

The modular buildings were leaking badly and new roofs were needed. Contractor CC Roofing stripped the original roof and then mechanically fix Protan SE1.2mm single ply vapour permeable membrane to 18mm OSB board. Balancing cost and potential longevity Protan single ply vapour permeable membrane was used in refurbishing the roof of the new premises for WC[…]

  • 27 October 2014

27 October 2014

Airpop reduces station platform construction time for Network Rail

EPS blocks easily lifted into place Alternative to traditional build The modular polystyrene option was chosen as an alternative to traditional build using concrete or modular steel. The new system, available from MegaTech Projects. They are approved designers, suppliers and installers of the Network Rail standard design capable of meeting all of the European and[…]

  • 27 October 2014

24 October 2014

Cool evening at the launch of the latest Harmer floor drain range

Howard Chapman, Editor of Buildingtalk After a presentation of the latest HARMER Floor Drain products and the new comprehensive catalogue, we were offered us an opportunity to experience a taste of the famous Swedish Ice Hotel in JukkasjŠrvi and drink cocktails surrounded by amazing ice sculptures in the exclusive sub-zero Ice Bar at this London[…]

  • 24 October 2014

24 October 2014

Aperio wireless security can be installed in under two minutes

The company’s YouTube channel shows the system being installed in under two minutes No cabling or wiring on Aperio systems means that no costly electrical work is required on site prior to a facility being fitted up with the security solution. Aperio products are manufactured to suit a variety of door and security needs, with[…]

  • 24 October 2014

24 October 2014

Chamber Assembly unit offers over 16 connection possibilities

The 315mm Shallow Access Chamber Assembly unit enables merchants to maximise profitability with minimal stockholding and provide a versatile solution with over 16 connection possibilities. Manufactured using durable polypropylene and PVC, the 315mm diameter assembly is lightweight, strong and durable and consists of a chamber base, riser and choice of two covers for pedestrian and[…]

  • 24 October 2014

24 October 2014

Rooflights produce natural light and encourage disease free cows

The rooflights provide natural light for over 800 cows and farm workers Over 1,500m2 of the rooflights were specified for use by AJ Lowther & Son, guaranteed to offer long term performance in terms of structural durability and light transmission at the 9,850m2 steel framed building. Natural light The Farmlite GRP rooflights were installed across[…]

  • 24 October 2014

23 October 2014

FENSA says installers must provide IBG for no CPS Registration

Insurance Backed Guarantees FENSA warns window installers that without an Insurance Backed Guarantees (IBGs) they will have no CPS registration The system set up by FENSA and its Approved Insurance Providers means automatic notification of installations from FENSA to the insurance company automatic issuing of the IBG policies direct from the insurance company to the[…]

  • 23 October 2014