BMF launches universal product data template to achieve standardisation and efficiency...
The Builders Merchants Federation has launched a universal product data template which can be used by all manufacturers and merchants in a step towards product data standardisation across the building materials industry.
Encon doubles Mental Health First Aiders in the workplace
The Encon Group has increased its team of qualified Mental Health First Aiders from 10 to 21.
WestWood appoints new regional manager for Midlands
WestWood Liquid Technologies has appointed Lewis Jenkins as regional manager for the Midlands as the firm continues its growth strategy.
ACO completes £13m manufacturing site expansion
Drainage and guttering firm ACO Technologies has completed the first phase of the redevelopment of its UK manufacturing facilities.
Construction sector organisations launch carbon estimating database
A group of construction leaders have launched the Built Environment Carbon Database in an industry-wide commitment to reduce the sector’s impact on climate change.
Solar roof installation hits new annual record
More solar power systems have been installed on roofs this year than over the whole of 2022, setting a new annual record.
HSE campaign highlights dangers from metalworking fluids
The Health and Safety Executive is warning businesses to ensure their staff are safe when working with metalworking fluids or coolants in its new campaign.
Building Safety Regulator publishes charging scheme
The Building Safety Regulator has published its charging scheme, set to come into force from 1 October along with a raft of other regulations.
Research on sustainable building materials highlights differences in merchant and supplier...
New research from the BMF to establish the current state of sustainability in the building materials sector highlights a disparity between its supplier and merchant members.
Supply of most materials returns to pre-covid levels
The supply of most building materials, including bricks, blocks, plaster and timber products, has returned to pre-pandemic levels, according to the Construction Leadership Council’s latest product availability statement.