18 January 2022

AWMS: The cast iron case for fire-safe drainage in high rise buildings

Posted on 18th January 2022 by Max Banner

The outstanding performance of cast iron in a fire is just one of the reasons why it is the material of choice for drainage systems in all high-rise residential and commercial buildings, explains Alumasc WMS…

02 December 2021

ASSA ABLOY Openings Studio™ is the key to the ‘golden thread’ for architects and specifiers

Posted on 2nd December 2021 by Max Banner

ASSA ABLOY Project Specification Group is calling for architects and specifiers to use Building Information Modelling (BIM) to provide the ‘golden thread’ between door design, construction, and compliance.

22 September 2021

ASSA ABLOY Door Group calls to raise standards of fire door inspections to protect lives

Posted on 22nd September 2021 by Max Banner

Door Group – a unit of ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions UK & Ireland – is calling for higher standards of fire door inspections in public and commercial buildings to ensure life safety.

27 January 2021

Better Data, Safer Building: CPA launches consultation on new Product Information Code

Posted on 27th January 2021 by Max Banner

The Construction Products Association (CPA) is launching an industry-wide consultation into a new proposed Code for Construction Product Information (CCPI).

17 June 2020

Langley further demonstrates commitment to mitigating fire risk with a system approach to flat roofing

Posted on 17th June 2020 by Max Banner

Langley Waterproofing Systems Ltd, the leading roofing and waterproofing systems supplier, has invested further in British Board of Agrément (BBA) independent assessment.

02 September 2019

Fire safety advocate confirmed for GGF Members’ Day

Posted on 2nd September 201928th August 2019 by Max Banner

The Glass and Glazing Federation (GGF) has confirmed Peter Capelhorn will be a keynote speaker for this year’s Members’ Day, taking place on 26 September in Kensington, London.

04 July 2019

Cost versus quality with Ellis Patents

Posted on 4th July 20194th July 2019 by Max Banner

This article comes from Stephen Walton, technical director of the cable cleat manufacturer, Ellis Patents; he recently bought a home in need of complete renovation.