New solar support systems for green roofs from Optigrun

New solar support systems for green roofs from Optigrun

There are many advantages to the combination of green roofs and photovoltaics, often referred to as biosolar roofs. Evaporative cooling of vegetation leads to an increase in the efficiency of the photovoltaic system. At the same time, the green roof... View Article

Kalwall sheds light on Research & Development

A £4m extension to the globally recognised Advanced Forming Research Centre (AFRC) at the University of Strathclyde has used Kalwall® to solve an interesting problem. The Centre houses Europe’s largest forge – to be precise an 8.5m high 300-tonne hydraulic... View Article

CFJLIVE to bring industry together next summer

CFJ has launched a major new exhibition for the flooring sector. Taking place virtually on Thursday 1 July 2021, CFJLIVE will bring together over 100 global exhibitors, with visitors attending via a free Hopin link. An industry-first, the exhibition is... View Article

Huanggang Port Area Masterplan

The future Huanggang Port Area masterplan in Shenzhen, China will be an important node of the Guangzhou-Shenzhen Science and Technology Corridor, creating a hub of scientific research and collaboration in industries such as microelectronics, material development, artificial intelligence, robotics, and... View Article

Eurobrick For Modular Schools Innovation

Leading brick slip cladding specialist, Eurobrick, has been supplying its systems to the education sector for 30 years and, more recently, with offsite construction specialist Reds10 to supply two new school projects in Reading; Green Park Village Primary Academy and... View Article

PSP launch non-combustible decorative cladding system

Demonstrating that building safety does not have to compromise aesthetic appeal, PSP Group have launched a range of Matrix Mosaic rainscreen cladding systems that can be personalised to reflect local landmarks, pay tribute to the area’s heritage or simply represent the... View Article

Garador Launches New GaraGlide Roller Garage Door

The new GaraGlide roller door from Garador is electrically automated, so homeowners can open and close their door at the touch of a button. The door itself is powered by a tubular drive motor and is supplied with two remote... View Article

Transforming walls with the new Lloyd collection

Bringing walls to life through colour and pattern, the new Lloyd collection from CTD Architectural Tiles is guaranteed to add a wow-factor to residential, commercial and hospitality projects. Providing a decorative ornate finish, the chevron shape and pattern of the... View Article
SENSORS ARE THE BACKBONE OF ANY BMS

SENSORS ARE THE BACKBONE OF ANY BMS

Smart buildings are becoming increasingly more common, meaning that the presence of building management systems (BMS) has never been more essential. But, what many of us don’t know is that these computer-based systems would be nothing without the plethora of... View Article

The Gallery Clerkenwell Opens its Doors

Manufacturer of decorative surfaces, UNILIN Panels has opened The Gallery Clerkenwell, a hybrid showroom in the heart of London’s A&D district. Bringing together like-minded manufacturers from the worlds of surfaces, flooring, seating and storage, The Gallery Clerkenwell provides a chance... View Article

New London Workplace

IVC Commercial at The Gallery Clerkenwell is the manufacturer’s new London workplace, providing a meeting point and place to explore its Carpet Tiles, Luxury Vinyl Tiles and Heterogeneous Vinyl solutions. Situated on Great Sutton Street, in the heart of the... View Article

PURE – Less is more

ALUCOBOND® is extending its naturAL surface series to include the new decor PURE. A surface for purists, futurists and creative thinkers. PURE is exactly what its name suggests: cool, matt silver aluminium, without surface texture and without mirror effects. Aluminium,... View Article