As the construction industry continues to evolve in line with decarbonisation goals, facilities managers must adapt or face being left behind Andrew Lenton, Director of Business Development for Pipe Centre, explores the changes, and how merchants are supporting SMEs to ...

As one of the UK’s most iconic and historically significant structures, Tower Bridge is a Grade I listed site that demands the highest standards in conservation, safety and technical delivery. As part of a planned preventative maintenance programme, three independent ...

Altro has published its latest sustainability report, providing a comprehensive overview of the company’s ongoing commitment to sustainable practices, with an increased focus on transparency and accountability. ‘Building better futures’ contains detailed information on Altro’s environmental impact and efforts to ...

Scottish building services company, Lovat’s Group, has announced significant changes within its leadership team aimed at aligning the company’s structure with its strategic goals and enhancing operational efficiency. Mike Floyd, currently serving as Lovat’s Group Managing Director, has been appointed ...

A Sto external wall insulation (EWI) system spanning 8,000m² has upgraded the exterior of a waterside residential development in Canary Wharf, London, providing fire compliant facades. Pierhead Lock is situated opposite the O2 arena on the River Thames. Beginning with ...

A well-designed and maintained roof is critical to a building’s energy efficiency and operational carbon reduction. In this article, Garland UK Technical Manager Andrew Fox explores the benefits of prioritising the retrofit of existing roofing assets, emphasising the substantial savings ...

Mecsia, a leader in compliance-driven technical inspections and maintenance, has acquired commercial and industrial building services specialist, Scott Combustion, in a strategic move which strengthens its ability to deliver a comprehensive range of building services nationwide. Scott Combustion, one of ...

Evotech Technical Services, a leading UK provider of building maintenance solutions, is thrilled to announce the expansion of its operations with the opening of a new office in London later this month. The strategically located office in Hammersmith, signifies Evotech’s ...

New technical guidance designed to help contractors make more informed decisions when selecting suspension systems for building services has been published by the Building Engineering Services Association (BESA). The latest in the Association’s series of technical bulletins, TB58 Alternative Systems ...

A refurbished housing development is benefiting from an aesthetic, energy-efficient exterior thanks to a Sto external wall insulation system. Located in Bordon, Hampshire, The Pines features 96 former Ministry of Defence (MOD) properties, which have been transformed into modern two ...