Strand Hardware has made its mark – completing UKCA compliancy more than a year ahead of the new deadline. It completed certifications for all its Panic Hardware product ranges – 290 products in total – at the end of last ...
Read More »UK manufacturer Sharmans, helps Contractors with the best solution for leaking industrial and commercial gutters
Industrial and commercial gutters are harsh and challenging environments. When a gutter leaks, there are many solutions available to contractors to refurbish or repair it, including short-term liquid systems. However, some refurbishment systems are simply not suitable for industrial gutters, ...
Read More »New panel extends room control capabilities
Siemens continues to expand the offering from its KNX Gamma building control range with the release of the second generation of the KNX Touch Control TC5 panel. Building on the success of its award-winning predecessor, the new version retains the ...
Read More »Access upgrade for Mill Gate shoppers
Aiming to improve accessibility, the Mill Gate shopping centre in Bury is currently replacing many of the automatic entrances with technologically advanced TORMAX operators, improving functionality and standardising systems. For example, a recent installation was to the carpark corridor entrance ...
Read More »StoVentec Glass is again specified for another new build at a Midlands school
The specification of StoVentec Glass rainscreen cladding for a second new building at a leading UK school has underlined the unique design possibilities offered by the system. It was specified for a new two-storey science block which has been built ...
Read More »“Sustainability in facilities management: Balancing cost-effectiveness and environmental responsibility”
Facilities management is a critical component of modern business operations, with the responsibility of ensuring that the built environment supports the needs of an organisation. Sustainability has become a major concern in recent years, as organisations seek to balance the ...
Read More »PV panel installation on metal roofs: weight load considerations
Sustainable technologies – including solar PV systems – are playing important roles in helping to produce low carbon and energy efficient buildings. While investing in a solar PV system may seem like a straightforward decision for sustainability, you must consider ...
Read More »Kingspan launches Pipe Insulation Carbon Calculator
Kingspan Technical Insulation has introduced a new carbon calculator, helping consultants to understand how pipe insulation specifications can impact whole life carbon emissions and operating costs associated with heat losses from pipework systems. The Kingspan Kooltherm Pipe Insulation Carbon Calculator ...
Read More »Carbon reduction with Sharmans metal roof refurbishment systems
A staggering 28% of the greenhouse gases produced worldwide come from the energy used to power, heat and cool buildings. Facing the real possibility of a global emergency, changes need to be made to conserve and protect the environment. With ...
Read More »Garland UK report reveals challenges faced by commercial roofing industry
Garland UK has published its first benchmarking report on the commercial roofing industry in collaboration with some of the UK’s leading experts. The report reveals the main challenges commercial landlords and estates teams face with their roofing assets and shares ...
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