Technical talk
From the use of fibre cement slates with breathable membranes, to concerns about low pitch roofs with longer rafter lengths, Phillip Wallis, technical team manager from Marley Eternit, answers some of the latest queries from roofing contractors
Technical troubleshooting: Dry verge systems
As the NHBC issues new guidance for installing dry verge systems, Gavin White, technical product manager at Marley Eternit, gives advice on how to overcome common fixing problems
The year ahead
Sarah Harding, marketing director at Marley Eternit, discusses the opportunities and challenges for the roofing sector in 2018
Designer dry verge
Stuart Nicholson, roof systems director at Marley, discusses the growing demand for interlocking concrete plain tiles and explains how dry verge innovations are helping contractors to achieve a sleeker aesthetic.
Fibre cement: key questions
As the use of fibre cement slates continues to grow, Phillip Wallis, technical team manager from Marley Eternit, answers some of the most common fixing queries
For Bim’s sake
With just over three months to go until the Government’s 2016 BIM deadline, Rob Daniel, technical and BIM coordinator at Marley Eternit, advises that specialist contractors shouldn’t just do BIM for BIM’s sake, but should first assess their own business and individual project needs as well as making the most of free resources and training
Helping traditional clay roofs meet modern standards
James Seawell, area sales manager at Marley Eternit, says achieving a BS 5534 compliant clay roof doesn’t mean compromising on tradition
Opening up new revenue streams
Roofing contractors may regard solar panel solutions as a product offering that requires expert skill and specialist knowledge when it comes to successful installation. Yet with ease of installation at its core, Stuart Nicholson at Marley, highlights how the new Marley SolarTile offers a valuable commercial opportunity for roofers who have overlooked the potential of solar until now
UK roofs must be prepared for extreme weather
The snow storms this winter have certainly been a test for the weather-resistance of pitched roofs in the UK. Stuart Nicholson, roof systems director at Marley Eternit, says high quality dry fix systems are essential to make sure roofs are prepared for future extreme weather events.
Beauty on a budget
Demand for a premium clay roof aesthetic continues to grow, but as contractors face pressure to cut costs, Stuart Nicholson from Marley answers questions on how to get a beautiful clay roof on a budget