ROCKWOOL has secured approval for its first planning submission for a new manufacturing facility that would support hundreds of jobs in the West Midlands. The leading global non-combustible insulation manufacturer ROCKWOOL submitted a Section 73 application to Birmingham City Council requesting permission to vary some of the details in the current planning permission for the […]
The specification and installation of a new replacement rainwater system at a London primary school had to be cost effective whilst offering high performance and exceptional aesthetics. Brett Martin’s Cascade cast iron effect rainwater system was up for the challenge, offering period styling without compromising on drainage performance. Forming part of Brent Council’s school expansion […]
Triton Construction has completed a multimillion pound contract to deliver a new 80,303 sq ft Sure Store facility in Wokingham. The contract for expanding self-storage company, Flexiss is the third for Triton following the successful delivery of new build facilities in Wigan and Ashton-Under-Lyne. The project represents the first venture for Flexiss in partnership with […]
Green construction innovators, Dura Products, has today revealed its heavy-duty combined kerb and drainage system, Duradrain, has now been installed in 12 countries across Europe. The recent expansion to central, north and Eastern Europe, demonstrates the appetite across the continent for safe, affordable and environmentally responsible construction solutions. The 12 countries enjoying the widespread benefits […]
Biotecture, a leader in UK living wall design, installation and maintenance has announced a second major recruitment drive to expand its professional maintenance team. The announcement comes after several major project wins in the commercial, residential and retail sectors, including large living wall installations at Canary Wharf, London. Demand is now so high for Biotecture […]
Proteus Facades has supplied striking aluminium cladding to Lords Cricket Ground’s new Compton and Edrich stands. The existing stands on the ground’s Nursery (eastern) End had become inadequate due to the needs of modern spectators, with restricted sightlines in the lower tiers and upper tiers entirely exposed to the elements. A decision was therefore taken […]
Warringtonfire, a world leader in fire testing, inspection and certification services, has made a significant investment in its High Wycombe testing facility to meet the growth in demand for acoustics, smoke leakage and fire resistance testing. The transformation of the facility includes refurbishment of its onsite fire resistance and smoke testing laboratories. This comprises new […]
We have always been in touch with tomorrow and never stand still in the pursuit for ground-breaking design, development and advancement. Surespan have a renewed push for more sustainable solutions throughout 2022 utilising a number of initiatives. Firstly, we are gearing up to be certified to BS EN ISO 14001:2015 Environmental management systems. Additional pushes […]
The LANDSCAPE Show is back. Showcasing the Landscaping industry more than ever before, The LANDSCAPE Show 2022 looks to bring more exhibitors, more visitors and more features than ever before to Hall 3 at the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham on the 28th and 29th September. This year LANDSCAPE introduces brand new features, including a […]
Barratt Developments has specified an innovative low carbon ventilation system from leading manufacturer EnviroVent for its flagship zero carbon home, known as ‘Z House’. Z House will be the first new home in the country built by a major housebuilder to go beyond the Future Homes Standard, by delivering a carbon reduction of 125%. Last […]