How offsite construction supports passive fire protection efficiency
Liam Blears, head of facades at passive fire protection specialist FSi Promat, discusses how offsite construction methods can optimise cavity barrier installation in new buildings.
Resident engagement is more than a code of practice for remediation
Mairead Haughey, compliance manager at Anamore, addresses the Cladding Safety Scheme’s emphasis on the residential impact of remediation and how it is good practice to provide sufficient communication streams with residents when working on a building’s exterior.
How to navigate the BSA: promoting a positive safety culture
Lee Bucknall of James Hardie advises on navigating the Building Safety Act and clearly explains the new approvals process introduced to ensure building safety is considered throughout the design and construction phases.
Southern Sheeting announces partnership with Millboard
Southern Sheeting has revealed a new partnership with composite cladding manufacturer Millboard to supply their Envello cladding range.
Improving fire safety through early specification
"Transparency, clear documentation and early engagement with the manufacturer will deliver the level of accuracy needed to ensure passive fire protection is specified correctly at the earliest stage to support timely project delivery and fire safety excellence." - Craig Abbott of FSi.
New Fortex® Natura cladding from Freefoam: ‘Just beautiful’
Read about the Fortex® Natura cladding which is manufactured using cutting-edge digital printing technology.
Wraptite provides the solution for Dundee young persons’ home
Wraptite external air barrier system from the A. Proctor Group has been chosen for its high performance airtight insulation for a new home for young people in Dundee, Scotland.
FSi Promat introduces specification packs to support early passive fire protection...
FSi Promat has released specialist specification packs to help architects, fire engineers and specifiers select the correct fire stopping solutions for building projects at the earliest stage in the design.
Kingfisher Louvres launches new look website
Specifiers, contractors and consultants looking for high-performance aluminium architectural louvres can now find a wide range of solutions on Kingfisher’s new look website.
James Hardie launches innovative new product
James Hardie has launched its new 11mm Hardie® Panel which saves time and money for builders, contractors, and architects.