Ahead of its time
Gavin White, product manager at Marley Eternit, discusses the rise of thin leading edge concrete slates and why they are helping to meet the budgetary and aesthetic demands of today's private housing market
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
Filling the gap
David Cassell, training manager from Marley Eternit, discusses the widening skills gap in the construction sector, plus explains why he feels mobile technology can help improve access to roofing experience and knowledge
A quick fix for house-building challenges
Steve Bryceson, technical manager from Marley Eternit, discusses what challenges the house-building sector still faces as it seeks to further increase output
Marley says remember to stay ‘Safe in the Sun!’
With temperatures set to rocket, Marley is offering builders', roofers’, and contractors' tips on how to keep safe in the sun, with its latest campaign.
“Mixed messages” for Zero Carbon 2016
Gavin White, product manager at Marley Eternit, gives contractors an update on the changes to the Code for Sustainable Homes and Zero Carbon, and discusses the current consultation on small site exemptions
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
Roofing and the circular economy
As the construction industry increases its focus on circular building practices, Katie Prestidge, from Marley Eternit, discusses the need to reduce waste and increase re-use in the roofing sector
Avoiding call backs on repair jobs
In this article, Stuart Nicholson from Marley, outlines the steps contractors can take to reduce call backs if they are carrying out essential roof...
Timesaving cladding can help contractors diversify
Jayne Arkell, national sales manager at Marley Eternit, discusses the growing demand for fibre cement cladding and the opportunities it presents for contractors