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.

Independent testing body confirms airtight membrane performance

Wraptite, the self-adhering vapour permeable air barrier, has successfully undergone independent testing to confirm its performance compliance with the requirements of the current standards on airtightness as outlined by the Centre for Window and Cladding Technology.

Makita launches its third generation of accessories

Makita UK has added a new and improved collection of belts and pouches to its extensive range of accessories, making it even easier for tradespeople to safely store and transport their tools and accessories.

Vivalda chief welcomes new regulatory powers to remove dangerous materials and...

Peter Johnson, chairman of Vivalda Group, has welcomed additional powers granted to the safety body charged with maintaining cladding standards in the wake of the Grenfell Tower disaster.

Makita makes an impact with new XGT machine

Makita has expanded its XGT 40VMax line up with a new brushless impact wrench. The TW004G is a powerful machine that can deliver up to 4,000 impacts per minute, for optimum performance.

Maximising daylight and thermal insulation

The new £15 million Activity Centre at St George’s College in Weybridge now features Kalwall translucent cladding to maximise diffused daylighting and thermal insulation.

British Safety Council responds to the passing of the Fire Safety...

The British Safety Council has been campaigning for leaseholders to be protected from all remediation costs that have arisen through no fault of their own, and believes the government should meet all the costs upfront and then recoup them from property developers.

Valuable community assets protected by StructureCare

StructureCare has embarked on a four-week full roof waterproofing scheme on a weather-worn flat roof of The Middlesbrough Institute of Modern Arts.

Metalline announces main sponsorship for the Façade Awards UK 2021

Metalline is delighted to be supporting the 2021 Façade Awards UK as a main sponsor, and is looking forward to celebrating the very best in façade design across the UK.

BBA launches certification scheme for reinforcing steel

The BBA has announced its certification scheme for Reinforcing Steel, designed to offer a straightforward and robust route to demonstrating industry compliance.