The UK government classified formaldehyde as a carcinogen in 2016, prompting industry to observe restrictions on its use, and West Fraser is one company that has gone above and beyond to reduce the chemical compound’s impact on the built environment and building occupants, who cannot normally know it is present. Anomalies regarding its use […]
As part of a major expansion, TORMAX was invited to return to the headquarters of De Soutter Medical Ltd – a decade after installing an automatic curved-sliding door to the main entrance – to enhance the facility with four additional automatic door systems. A newly created main entrance features an impressive semi-circular, curved […]
With increasing pressure from central government and local authorities to minimise the carbon emissions and environmental impact of construction projects, voestalpine Metsec has introduced a reduced carbon steel option for its renowned light gauge steel construction solutions, including the pre-panellised loadbearing solution, Metframe, SFS, Purlins and its range of internal non-loadbearing stud, track and […]
Building on the success of last year’s Accommodating Christmas, this year’s campaign tells a touching, multi-generational story of inspiration, career growth, and the enduring connection between family and Wernick’s values. The video follows a young boy who idolises his father, a dedicated Wernick employee. Captivated by construction and his toy forklift, the child’s passion blossoms […]
Nuaire’s Hybrid Cooling System is a cooling extension for its boxed-ventilation range designed to tackle residential overheating and provide a solution that meets Building Regulations. The Nuaire Hybrid Cooling System is an ancillary cooling module that works with the existing Nuaire MRXBOX MVHR products to provide a hybrid MVHR and cooling […]
EnviroVent, one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of sustainable ventilation systems for residential dwellings, has revealed an exciting new decentralised Mechanical Extract Ventilation (dMEV) unit that is set to take the new build sector by storm. QURO is set to be a ‘best in class’ product that incorporates the latest fan technology achieving […]
Hydro Building Systems Spain, a global manufacturer of aluminum profile systems, is extending its 20-year partnership with AkzoNobel and using the innovative Interpon Anodic range to give architects and designers more choice and flexibility than ‘traditional’ anodizing, with reduced environmental implications and cost. As an Interpon Approved Applicator for many years, Hydro Building […]
Building Better, the National Housing Federation-supported group of housing associations and councils working to increase the use of modern methods of construction (MMC), has added a new manufacturer to its MMC Category 1 framework. Building Better and Procurement for Housing (PfH) have signed up ZED PODS to their volumetric framework, which is worth up to […]
Worldwide voice alarm and safety communications specialist Vox Ignis has launched its new unified PAVA system, Unicorn Voice, after becoming the global first to recieve UL certification to EN54-16. This European standard specifies the requirements for voice alarm controls and other equipment used in fire detection and alarm systems. Unicorn Voice is a powerful wall-mounted, […]
Watts Industries UK is proud to introduce its latest range of advanced products offering unparalleled comfort, convenience, and reliability. Our new Watts electric underfloor heating range is backed by world-class design, manufacturing, and technical support. With over 30 years of experience in the floor heating business, our electric underfloor heating range is designed and manufactured […]