Sewage spills reveal urgent need for SuDS, says ACO

ACO Building Drainage is recommending local authorities consider Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems following the revelation that there were 3.6 million hours of sewage spills into UK rivers and seas in 2023.

New guidance on balcony and terrace design

Sarah Spink, chief executive officer of the Liquid Roofing and Waterproofing Association, explains how the new British Standard 8579:2020 affects how balconies and terraces are designed, and the impact on the waterproofing industry.

Four months, 48,000m²

IKO Polymeric & FK Group finish 48,000m² roof in four months

SPRA launches its latest Design Guide

The guide has been developed to support the whole of the single ply roofing industry from design and specification to installation and aftercare

Firestone’s RubberGard EPDM delivers on the detailing at Cotswold destination

The project includes refurbishment and complete interior modelling of the existing club house to create the fine dining restaurant and bar, along with construction of the main 13 guest room ‘lodge’, and four satellite lodges

Gradient CPD highlights principles and benefits of tapered roof insulation

Gradient has created a CPD-style presentation aimed at providing architects and roofing contractors with an understanding of the principles behind tapered roof insulation.

Sika launches new white paper to specification market

Sika has launched its new white paper which has a focus on Cradle to Cradle certification, and it’s new, revolutionary single ply membrane technology – Sarnafil AT.

Waterproofing of choice

Stirling Lloyd’s Integritank was the waterproofing of choice for Priority Schools’ building performance

Time for a new roof

Home of Channel 4’s Time Team receives a new roof with help from Firestone BPE

Prater adds to its London portfolio

100 Liverpool Street will feature a unique curved facade, three additional floors and a restaurant space boasting stunning views of the City.