Eight projects have been awarded across four categories in the 2023 Liquid Roofing and Waterproofing Association (LRWA) Awards including Liquid Roofing Project of the Year under 1,000 sq. m, Liquid Roofing Project of the Year over 1,000 sq. m, Liquid Roofing Project of the Year in a Buried Application, and Liquid Waterproofing Project of the Year.
Additionally, for the first time, the LRWA has awarded trophies to highly commended entries in each of these categories.
All projects were judged blind by an independent panel with details of the contractor and manufacturer omitted from the entries. Scores were based on strict criteria reflecting the standard of workmanship, complexity, how challenges were overcome and aesthetics.
The talents of individuals within the roofing sector were also recognised. Graham Hindes from WestWood Liquid Technologies was crowned Trainer of the Year thanks to his passionate and in-depth approach, which has maximised the learning experience for students.
Meanwhile, Loui Douthwaite from Westwood Roofing Ltd won the Student of the Year Award. With full support from his employer, he has taken part in the Specialist Applied-Skills programme (SAP) in liquid roofing and waterproofing. Showing focus and enthusiasm, Loui completed the tasks on the course to a very high standard. Using various liquid systems, he has consistently applied his knowledge, while working quickly and efficiently.
The LRWA’s Special Recognition Award was presented to Terry Wain, who was instrumental in introducing the Specialist Applied Skills Programme (SAP) in 2013. He secured vital funding from the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) to develop the LRWA Training Academy at Briggs Amasco in Cradley Heath, and worked on the online training videos covering the major liquid chemistries – with some of this content still being used today.
Sarah Spink, CEO of the LRWA, said: “This year we celebrate our fifth LRWA Awards event and the standard of projects continue to exceed all expectations. The judges’ feedback confirmed what a tough task they had on their hands, which is why we introduced a highly commended winner for each of the project categories.
“The entries showed an inspiring level of workmanship and how contractors have overcome some monumental challenges on site. They also demonstrated the strength of our sector and how the versatility and durability of liquids is helping to create amazing projects across the country. The standard of projects and the liquid market today is beyond recognition from when we first launched the awards in 2017, as our sector continues to grow in strength.
“With such strong competition this year, all those nominated should be very proud of their achievement. We’d like to congratulate all those who received an award or who were highly commended, and thank our sponsors for supporting another hugely successful event.”
The winners of the 2023 awards are:
Liquid Roofing Project of the Year under 1000 sq. m
Winner: Radio City Tower, Liverpool: Proteus Waterproofing and Orb Rope Access
Highly Commended: Netherdale Stand: Kemper System and Concrete Repairs
Liquid Roofing Project of the Year over 1000 sq. m
Winner: Host Helix Student Accommodation: Polyroof and Tower Asphalt
Highly Commended: The Main Stand, Cheltenham Racecourse: Makers Construction and Polyroof
Liquid Roofing Project of the Year in a Buried Application (sponsored by Quantum Insulation)
Winner: Le Clos Mourant Social Housing: Triflex and Rateavon Jersey
Highly Commended: Amazon, Swindon: IKO and Briggs Amasco
Liquid Waterproofing Project of the Year (sponsored by Polyfoam XPS)
Winner: Ikea Car Park, Reading: Makers Construction and Triflex
Highly Commended: Middleborough Multi-Storey Car Park: Makers Construction and Triflex
