Key areas to consider for a seamless low pitch roof
Stuart Nicholson, director of roof systems at Marley, outlines how best to approach the preparation and specification of tiles for low pitch roofs
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
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.
Technical tips – clay plain tiles
Tom Woodhouse, site services manager at Marley Eternit, answers contractor questions about installing clay plain tiles
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.
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.
A contractor’s guide to the BS 5534 updates
Stuart Nicholson, roof systems director at Marley Eternit, explains the latest BS 5534 changes and how they will affect roofing contractors
Safe in the sun (and clouds)
As part of Marley Eternit’s twelfth annual Safe in the Sun campaign, Katie Prestidge discusses misconceptions about skin cancer and the UK climate, and highlights the importance of better UV awareness in construction
Roofing 2020
As we enter a new decade, Paul Reed, managing director at Marley, says security, sustainability, skills and standards will be top priorities for the roofing sector