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
Ensuring business resilience in the ‘new normal’
As we all adjust to the ‘new normal’, how can contractors ensure their business remains resilient now and in the future? Stuart Nicholson from Marley discusses areas which contractors can look at to support their business, no matter what economic environment they are working in.
On the verge of a dry fix revolution
With dry fix becoming the industry norm, Gavin White, technical product manager from Marley Eternit, says there should be more focus on system quality
The power of the sun
This summer sees Marley launch an integrated solar panel offer to meet the growing demand for low carbon energy generation. However, the summer months and warmer weather is also time for contractors working outdoors to be mindful of the dangers increased UV exposure can have on skin and eyes, as Stuart Nicholson from Marley discusses.
The hidden risks of ‘spec busting’
Rob Cookson, sales manager from Marley Eternit, discusses the risks of product substitution on roofing projects
Post-Brexit: Regulations & standards
Steve Bryceson, technical manager from Marley Eternit, discusses the impact of Brexit on construction regulations and standards
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
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
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
Setting the standard for dry fix systems
With a new Dry Fix Standard set to be launched following concerns about inconsistencies in quality between systems, Gavin White, product manager from Marley Eternit, discusses the implications for roofing contractors and how purchasing dry fix systems from an established manufacturer can help them get ready for the new Standard.