Pendock building linings for award winning motorway services

The award-winning Skelton Lakes motorway services near Leeds is using bespoke manufactured architectural casings from Pendock’s Linea building linings range to conceal structural elements and help achieve a high quality, integrated finish to the retail unit on site. Designed by Corstorphine &... View Article

OSB and straw hide connects with wildlife

Student-designed hide on a local reserve proves a hit with local schoolchildren. A nature hide designed and built by post graduate students from Kingston School of Art using straw bales and SterlingOSB Zero supplied by West Fraser, formerly known as Norbord, will help neighbourhood... View Article

Sika launches new online fire stopping solution finder tool

Leading speciality chemical manufacturer Sika has launched a new online resource for specifiers looking to develop a robust passive fire protection strategy to contain and control the spread of fire. Sika’s new Fire Stopping Solution Finder tool has been created to support... View Article

The next generation of Spandrel Panels

Glass structures dominate the skylines of UK cities, offering excellent views, enhanced internal daylighting and visual impact. An essential part of these curtain wall facades is the area between the glazing panels – the spandrel zone. Spandrel panels are designed... View Article

Show success for Garador

Garador’s large stand at the recent National Homebuilding and Renovating Show drew record crowds eager to learn about new technology and the latest design ideas for modern garage doors.  The Garador stand included a large range of full-sized garage doors to demonstrate... View Article

A hospital specifies Titan Lite™ 120:60 from Firefly

LISTEN HERE An 18-month contract being carried out by a leading UK fire contractor has involved installing large quantities of the TITAN Lite™ 120:60, manufactured by TBA FIREFLY™, to create fire barriers above ceiling voids throughout many parts of the hospital.... View Article

BAL’s external tiling range trusted for long-life installations

Launched to the market last year, BAL’s external tiling range provides installers with a trusted solution for fixing external tiles and pavers – including popular 20mm external porcelain. Developed using market-leading performance and quality standards, the installation range provides improved... View Article

SEN School refreshed with Yeoman Shield

Fairfield School in Batley, West Yorkshire, managed by FM company Pinnacle Group, engaged with Yeoman Shield wall & door protection specialists to carry out re-branding and maintenance work during the February half-term. Catering for students from 4 – 19 years... View Article

Dulux Trade unveils antiviral paint Sterishield Dual Active Matt

Dulux Trade has launched Dulux Trade Sterishield Dual Active Matt, a quick drying, water-based coating with anti-viral and anti-bacterial properties that meets growing demand among decorators and consumers for products that contribute to more hygienic environments. The innovative paint contains in-film... View Article

Time to go hybrid: Ventilation to weather any storm

The reality of climate change in the UK is being felt in force, from extreme heat and record-breaking temperatures to increasingly frequent flooding events. Building design must change in response, including ventilation. For specifiers, it’s a balancing act between delivering... View Article

Rio Architects Design Proposal for Net Zero Carbon School

In partnership with Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council, AECOM and ISG Construction, Rio Architects has received full planning approval for the new 6th form building and gymnasium for Bryn Celynnog Comprehensive School providing a future education environment that meets... View Article

Resapol case study: 120 Oxford Street

LISTEN HERE City Remedial contacted Resapol’s London technical team in March 2021 in order to support with supplying a solution for the reinstatement of reinforced concrete taking place on 120 Oxford Street, a major shopping destination in the West End... View Article

Luceco lights Drydocks World – Dubai

Luceco, in partnership with Sharaf DG Energy, has successfully completed a lighting retrofit project at Drydocks World – Dubai on behalf of Etihad ESCO. In order for the UAE to achieve their sustainable related targets, replacing conventional lamped fittings and... View Article