New non-combustible range of spandrel panels from Metalline
The panel has been designed to fit into most curtain walling, structural glazing and unitised systems
Gilberts helps minimise impact of green belt development
The environmental impact of a £15m, 4000m2, three-storey Centre in the heart of the Surrey green belt, within a Grade II listed park, is being controlled by optimisation of natural resources.
System installers invited to join MCRMA
The Metal Cladding & Roofing Manufacturers Association is now expanding its scope of operation to include those system installers who are involved in industrial, commercial and warehouse construction, together with the rural and agricultural building sectors.
FireflyTM membrane WP offers certified protection for wall constructions
As an independently tested, proven-in-practice and versatile construction material, Membrane WP from the FireflyTM range is ideally suited for use within facade build-ups and other wall constructions, where it will offer weather as well as fire protection while allowing moisture vapour to be vented from the structure.
MCRMA recruits new systems manufacturer member
The Metal Cladding and Roofing Manufacturers Association has announced BTS Facades & Fabrications as a new member in the systems manufacturer category.
Gilberts helps deliver world-class technology without drama
Rydon Construction turned to Gilberts Blackpool to design and manufacture the ventilation louvres for part of the National Composites Centre – the research and development facility that collaborates with customers from all sectors to solve the most complex engineering challenges.
Makita expands LXT range with two new band saws
Makita has expanded its range of LXT cordless tools with the launch of the DPB183Z and DPB184Z Brushless Portable Band Saws.
New cladding fire detection system undergoes final testing
An intelligent fire detection system from Intelliclad could offer a lifeline to thousands affected by the UK’s cladding crisis.
A. Proctor Group’s high-performance membranes chosen for the Dean Hotel
Wraptite, a self-adhesive, vapour permeable, airtight membrane from the A. Proctor Group has been selected in the construction of the new Dean Hotel in Cork, Ireland.
Rainscreen wall cladding is fastest-growing product in wall cladding sector
Research from AMA has found that the UK wall cladding market has been affected by reduced demand from key end-use sectors since 2017, recording only a modest growth of 13% in total installed area between 2015 and 2019.