RENOLIT ALKORPLAN roofing products receive the prestigious SPRA Award 2024 for “Best Detailing” for its contribution to the Oxford University’s Gradel Quadrangles Project

The company has received the prestigious award for its innovative contribution to Oxford University’s new Gradel Quadrangles, employing AR and AI technologies to enhance its commitment to environmental responsibility and roofing excellence. The project, praised for its unique design and... View Article

How software is tackling the compliance challenge

With social landlords under increasing pressure to improve housing compliance, Dave Carr from Propeller explains the role of software in overhauling safety checks and meeting RSH standards A new regulation, enforced in April 2024, has put housing safety compliance under... View Article

Eliminating emissions

Eliminating the carbon emissions associated with housing involves understanding the impact of the dwelling over its lifespan. Anastasia Mylona of CIBSE explains how this should be approached Regular revisions to Building Regulations over the last two decades have focused on... View Article

What is a conservation rooflight

Paul Trace, director of Stella Rooflight discusses the unique properties of a genuine conservation rooflight What is a conservation rooflight? If you know that you need conservation rooflights for your project, the chances are that you have searched online and... View Article

Waterproofing Below Ground Structures to BS 8102:2022

Diving into the realms of structural waterproofing, we aim to provide Architects, Designers, and Specifiers with comprehensive knowledge about structural waterproofing methods, in alignment with BS 8102:2022.  This involves a detailed exploration of the critical elements and factors that a... View Article

Modern technology minimises muck

Graf explains why SBR technology is the future for wastewater. Nutrient neutrality, reducing ammonia levels and carbon dosing – the world of wastewater treatment has become a dynamic and challenging one. No longer is it just a choice between cesspool,... View Article

Meet Cladmate CMS40: The Ultimate Facade Solution

Discover Cladmate CMS40 for modern and durable exteriors. Cladmate CMS40: Redefining Exterior Cladding Looking to optimise your building’s facade with a product that combines elegance and resilience? Cladmate CMS40 is your answer. Our cutting-edge cladding system offers superior aesthetics and... View Article

Architectural Fabrications from Ash & Lacy

The AshFab range of specialist fabrications offers an extensive range of bespoke products from architectural features and bullnoses to louvres, flashings and rainwater management systems to complement the main building design. Produced by skilled fabricators and supported by a specialist... View Article

Schlüter creates another statement bathroom

Schlüter Systems offers more than 10,000 products for the long-lasting installation of tiles and natural stone; they include a comprehensive range of trims, waterproofing, underfloor heating and shower drainage systems.  Worldwide, the products and systems have created the very best in... View Article

TDBL- nonut® a revolution for the construction industry

SFS Group Fastening Technology have launched an innovative solution for the construction market, which will save time onsite. The new TDBL- nonut® – which carries ETA-11/0191 approval – has exceptional performance thanks to its patented thread shape, under-head locking detail and trilobular geometry.... View Article

Revolutionary rainscreen retention solution proves less is more

SFS Group Fastening Technology and Kingspan Insulation have pooled their respective expertise in rainscreen cladding support systems and insulation materials, to launch an optimum performance solution offering A2-s1, d0 reaction to fire  presenting the potential to optimise envelope design on buildings of any... View Article