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

“Full roof systems – why choose one?”

By Gavin White, product manager from Marley Eternit

Eden – rewriting the book on pantiles

Stuart Nicholson, roof systems director at Marley, explains how its new Eden tile could transform traditional pantile installation, making it quicker and easier to install them to modern standards

The hidden risks of ‘spec busting’

Rob Cookson, sales manager from Marley Eternit, discusses the risks of product substitution on roofing projects

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.

Extensions innovation

Stuart Nicholson, roof systems director at Marley, explains how a new low pitch tile will give contractors more choice for extension projects. 

Batten and sustainability – your questions answered

Jenni Forrest, quality manager for JB Red at Marley, answers common questions about timber batten and sustainability.

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...

Raising roofing standards

Gavin White, technical product manager at Marley Eternit, argues that more needs to be done to ensure consistent use of BS 5534 across the industry and explains why a campaign to get the standard included in the Approved Documents to the Building Regulations is good news for contractors

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