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
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.
Face up to sun safety
With outdoor workers at higher risk of skin cancer, premature ageing and eye damage from exposure to UV rays, Howard Buckley, company EHS manager at Marley, says all roofers should take simple steps to protect themselves this summer.
The great housing challenge
Gavin White, product manager at Marley Eternit, says Government house-building targets offer a huge opportunity for the roofing and cladding industry if contractors and suppliers can work together to overcome skills challenges
The year ahead
Sarah Harding, marketing director at Marley Eternit, discusses the opportunities and challenges for the roofing sector in 2018
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
Reducing the risk and cost of on-site cutting
This month marks four years since the introduction of controlled cutting guidance to protect roofers from exposure to silica dust. Steve Bryceson, technical manager from Marley Eternit, warns this is still a serious issue today and explains why he feels fibre cement slates can help to further reduce the risk and cost of on-site cutting
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
Roll with it
Stuart Nicholson, roof systems director from Marley Eternit, explains how its new Lead Replacement Roll is providing contractors with a cost-effective alternative
“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