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14 October 2014

International DuPont Corian design award presented for ‘Coco Tub’

Posted on by KoruEditor

Participants were tasked with creating an interior design solution for the home environment or for public and commercial spaces using one or more colours from the new black tones of DuPont Corian, made with DeepColour Technology and consisting of Deep Nocturne, Deep Night Sky, Deep Black Quartz and Deep Anthracite. The projects were judged on[…]

  • 14 October 2014

14 October 2014

Vinyl recycling ‘Take Back’ scheme has diverted 1,900 tonnes of waste

Posted on by KoruEditor

Set up in 2009 by flooring manufacturers Altro and Polyflor, the Take Back initiative has so far diverted over 1,900 tonnes of waste vinyl flooring from being sent to the landfill More than 42 tonnes of vinyl flooring was collected in September due to the raised awareness of the scheme through the series of planned[…]

  • 14 October 2014

14 October 2014

International DuPont Corian design award presented for ‘Coco Tub’

Posted on by bt-editor

Participants were tasked with creating an interior design solution for the home environment or for public and commercial spaces using one or more colours from the new black tones of DuPont Corian, made with DeepColour Technology and consisting of Deep Nocturne, Deep Night Sky, Deep Black Quartz and Deep Anthracite. The projects were judged on[…]

  • 14 October 2014

  • 14 October 2014

14 October 2014

PVC-U products displaying at roofing, cladding & insulation show

Posted on by KoruEditor

The PVC-U Tudor Board will be displayed alongside a decorative roofline and gutter system The high strength, high volume guttering system, SuperDeep 170 will be showcased, designed to handle a much higher flow rate than standard guttering systems and suitable for commercial and agricultural building applications. The diversity and flexibility of the Swish product range[…]

  • 14 October 2014

14 October 2014

Low odour roofing membrane offers a non-disruptive solution

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The new system has been designed to formulate extremely low solvent content and low odour liquid applied membranes for a range of applications, with the liquid being tested in sensitive areas such as hospitals, manufacturing plants and schools. Prior to Decothane’s launch, Sika worked alongside a consultancy specialising in the testing of occupational health exposures[…]

  • 14 October 2014

14 October 2014

Energy efficient aluminium radiators made from 100% recycled drink cans

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Suitable for new build and refurbishment projects, Opal features dynamic fluid with high thermal inertia, alongside controllers that are fully programmable to offer closer energy management. An on-board energy monitor allows occupiers to see exactly how much energy is being used to heat a room, allowing for significant cost savings on fuel bills over a[…]

  • 14 October 2014

14 October 2014

Glass & Glazing industry was financially stable during 2013 period

Posted on by KoruEditor

The GGF continues to work alongside the government on several campaigns during the course of the year, including the Cut the VAT, Consumer Rights and Fire Safety. Standards such as the Construction Products Regulation and CE marking also became law, with many companies across the industry having to comply. The Annual Report highlights the role[…]

  • 14 October 2014

13 October 2014

Buildingtalk support for charity helping ex-offenders into work

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Howard Chapman, Buildingtalk Editor I spent some of my childhood as an unpaid apprentice in my fathers Painting andamp; Decorating business in Old Trafford, Manchester. So I was intrigued to learn about the work of BOUNCE BACK, particularly as I live close to Brixton Prison where this Social Enterprise charity operates a successful training scheme[…]

  • 13 October 2014

13 October 2014

Steel protection for Pleasure Beach following hot dip galvanising

Posted on by KoruEditor

Abro Engineering commissioned Acrow to replace parts of the 11 metre high water ride which required maintenance, with handrails, the main platform and parts of the flumes being replaced. The galvanising treatment helps to protect the steel in the wet environment and Acrow worked alongside the park to help ensure minimum impact on footfall.

  • 13 October 2014