Industry continues growth trajectory as BMBI figures show sales are up
Year-on-year sales through UK builders’ merchants are on an upward trajectory, as the industry continues to meet sustained high demand for building products.
Werner Ladder features in Tate Modern art display
A Werner ladder is being used as a focal point of an art installation on display at London’s Tate Modern.
Russells enviromental powerhouse
Since the installation of Combined Heat and Power units at the start of 2018, Russell Roof Tiles has seen a 67% reduction in electricity demand from the national grid at the Burton site, all of which has been replaced by its own renewable energy
FMB says complexity and bureaucracy deter companies from taking on apprentices
Latest research from the Federation of Master Builders highlights reasons for construction firms being put off from taking on new apprentices
NFRC encourages members to join Which? Trusted Traders
“If contractors want to be known as the best roofers, then this scheme is for them.”
Stay Alert, Don’t Get Hurt
Accidents reportedly rise up to 30% when the clocks go back, so VPS Site Security has launched its Stay Alert, Don’t Get Hurt campaign for construction workers
Cambridge researchers developing self-healing concrete
Microcapsules containing ‘healing’ agents can be added to building materials to allow self-repair of small cracks which develop over time
Go Interiors and FGF see a 25% margin increase
Go Interiors and FGF have seen their margins increase by 25%. Despite a 10% drop in revenue due to the pandemic, combined pre-tax profit rose by 10% to £1.8 million.
BUILDING BETTER COMMUNITIES WINNERS ANNOUNCED
Jewson’s £250,000 prize fund split over 28 projects
A. Proctor Group supports the next generation of roofers
Donation of Roofshield breather membrane to Dundee & Angus College allows apprentices to work with real materials