ACER announces new rebrand

Construction marker brand ACER rebrands its name to ‘TRACER’ as of April 6 to address the increasingly important need for a less conflicting brand name.

BMF appeals to Government over COVID-19

The Builders Merchants Federation (BMF) has advised the Government on the likely impact of coronavirus on the building materials supply chain and warned of the devastating impact if the pandemic shuts down the construction sector.

Huws Gray acquires AC Roof Trusses

AC Roof Trusses specialises in the design, production and supply of structural timber components and employs 30 people at its 1.4-acre site in Welshpool.

Women in Roofing conference postponed until 2021

The group now plans to hold the conference in March 2021 to coincide with International Women’s Day at the National Memorial Arboretum.

Deadline extended for the Façade Awards UK

Free to enter, the Façade Awards UK, which will be held on May 21, will celebrate the very best in façade design across the UK from the past year, as well as promote the creative and innovative use of products or materials.

ACER announces new rebrand

Construction marker brand ACER rebrands its name to ‘TRACER’ as of April 6 to address the increasingly important need for a less conflicting brand name.

BTS records a year of rapid major growth

Manufacturers of metal rainscreen and fabrications, BTS Facades and Fabrications, will end the financial year with a £8.5 million turnover – a rise of £1.6 million (20%).

Two charities to hold swimathon

Over 21,000 swimmers will be heading down to over 600 pools across the UK to raise money for JustGiving’s two charity partners on March 27 to 29.

Planning reform must have small builders at its heart, says FMB

The Federation of Master Builders (FMB) responds to Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government’s ‘Planning for the Future’, saying the more attention is needed on supporting local authorities to improve their ability to respond to planning demands.

Brickability Group acquires U Plastics

Brickability Group has acquired fascia, soffits and guttering merchant U Plastics for £6 million.