UK house building sector “remains resilient” in 2016

2016 saw a slight drop in the number of new homes registrations, down 2% from the previous year

Expectations for construction workloads regain lost ground

The latest RICS market survey has seen a restoration of hope within the industry

MGMA sets the standard for metal gutters

The new BS 9101:2017 Steel and aluminium rainwater system: Specification has been published with the help of the Metal Gutter Manufacturers Association (MGMA)

Revised standard for fire safety in commercial buildings issued

BSi has revised the code of practice for fire safety in the design, management and use of buildings

SR Timber moves to new HQ

Ambitious growth plans see the batten and shingles manufacturer move to bigger premises

Powdertech Corby operates chrome-free pre-treatment

New investment at the company has seen the implementation of a new pre-treatment line for aluminium and galvanised steel.

M&J Group: 2017 Strategy for Growth

Jack Henrickson, contracts director, explains the company’s plans for 2017

What a year!

Nicola Fleuty, technical director for RAM Consultancy, reflects on 2016

Government extends ECO scheme

The insulation industry has welcomed Government’s response to the ECO Help to Heat consultation

SPRA manufacturers come together

The Single Ply Roofing Association (SPRA) has held a workshop for eight of its membrane manufacturers on updates to the Basic Competency Programme (BCP)