Specification considerations for blue roof SuDS attenuation systems
As the weather is forecasted to be more erratic over the coming decades, due to temperature rises, Andrew Keer, southern sales manager at ABG, provides an in-depth guide into SuDS drainage systems, which could be the best option as drainage systems that discharge water as quickly as possible become less desirable.
The sign of quality with Marley Alutec
The use of poor-quality products in any rainwater system can lead to a regular need to refurbish and replace failed systems. Here, Brian Bell, head of technical services at Marley Alutec, looks at how specifying the best quality products can minimise the requirement for maintenance and provide homeowners with the ultimate peace of mind
Research reveals the latest tools and materials theft figures
Research by Help me Fix has revealed that on average 81 tradesmen per day have tools stolen, incurring a hefty daily loss.
Ten Minutes with Sam Jones
Sam Jones of SIG Building Solutions discusses with RCI how she got into the business and the grass-roots initiative to help women thrive in the industry.
Investing for future success
In an exclusive interview with Simon Benbow, managing director of Benbow Steels, RCI’s editor Nichola Farrugia finds out how the company’s expansion plans have fared over the course of the coronavirus pandemic.
Coronavirus: furloughed workers and what it means for business
Tina Chander, a partner at law firm, Wright Hassall, explains more to RCI readers
An opportunity our industry MUST take
With an open-led government consultation to review the ban on the use of combustible materials in and on the external walls of buildings, Paul Richards, managing director of Aquarian Cladding Systems, discusses why a balanced explanation is needed to enable stakeholders to make an informed decision on materials
Mitigating stress in the workplace
The coronavirus crisis has undoubtedly increased anxiety levels for most people, but workplace stress remains an issue for many, even if that workplace is still a makeshift home office. Tina Chander, a partner at Wright Hassall, discusses more
Sector comments on the end of 2022
Key members of the construction sector in Vivalda, Kemper System and the LRWA give RCI their takes on how the year went and their outlooks for 2023.
QBM invests in upskilling future generations
William Burgoyne, head of training and technical sales representative at Quality Building Materials (QBM), has spearheaded the training of over 200 roofing operatives and apprentices across Ireland since 2018 and is now delivering training courses as part of the company’s commitment to upskilling future generations in the roofing sector.