CUPACLAD 101 Logic was recently specified by student accommodation provider Study Inn for a large-scale building at Walnut Gardens, Exeter. The natural slate cladding system was chosen for its durability as well as its premium aesthetic. The project involved the…
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The new shape is designed to address applications where there is no drip in the clear cavity. Historically this would have required a specific offset drip tie which, if installed the wrong way round, would mean the wall still has…
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Naylor Drainage has introduced MetroDuct Class 1, a new twin wall polypropylene below ground cable duct that meets the changing demands of the energy distribution market. Naylor Drainage, the manufacturer of clay and plastic drainage pipes, ducting and environmental products,…
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Marley’s JB Red Batten has become one of the first construction products to achieve verification with the new Code for Construction Product Information (CCPI). Developed following the Hackett review into building regulations and fire safety, the CCPI is backed with…
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With the introduction of the Future Buildings Standard policy and changes to Parts L and F of UK Building Regulations, air source heat pumps (ASHPs) are an increasingly attractive option for heating new builds. Requiring larger 15mm pipes to achieve…
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The Taralay Impression Collection, from international flooring and interiors specialist Gerflor, has been completely reinvented for 2023. There is now a wide range of new eye-catching designs, and a brand new loose-lay product that’s bound to be a hit with…
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We have seen a dramatic change from copper’s traditional place in roofing historic buildings to a thoroughly modern external skin for contemporary architecture. But the role of Nordic Copper products from Aurubis as an interior surfacing material is growing as…
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Kingspan Insulation has launched AlphaCore Pad, an A2-s1,d0 rated rainscreen insulation board with a thermal conductivity of just 0.020 W/mK. Featuring a hydrophobic insulation core, AlphaCore opens up new dimensions in design, delivering a thin and resilient insulation solution which…
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Restoring and adapting existing buildings forms an important part of designing and building in a more sustainable way. Architects BDP restored and adapted the historic Leighton House to meet the needs of a modern-day museum whilst preserving the original integrity…
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Innovative expansion brings aesthetic versatility and acoustic excellence to ceiling solutions Hunter Douglas Architectural, a pioneering leader in innovative architectural solutions, is excited to announce the expansion of its HeartFelt® Origami product category with the introduction of two captivating new…
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Häfele, manufacturer and distributor of fixtures, fittings, architectural hardware and access control to the specification space, is relaunching two of its CPDs following reaccreditation from RIBA. Currently in the process of refreshing its CPDs for the projects market, Häfele’s modules…
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Children and staff at Gatley Primary in Cheadle, Cheshire, are enjoying reduced noise levels during their lunch break following the installation of a set of CMS Danskin Acoustics’ SuperPhon Art Panels. Cheshire Soundproofing were called in to address noise and…
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The continuing development of the well-established Stargard DDA compliant handrail, means that a “supply only” version of the handrail is now available. Stargard-Flex has been developed especially for the supply only market. The handrail is still the 4mm (4,000 microns) thick…
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Epwin Window Systems has launched an enhanced Approved Commercial Partner (ACP) scheme that will add even more value to commercial fabricator members. Gerald Allen, Head of Marketing at Epwin Window Systems, said: “We are serious about making our stakeholders succeed….
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Glass partition walls become truly interesting for dividing an interior when you can also incorporate a door into them. With ‘Slide,’ Divina introduces a glass sliding door aligned with the ‘steel look’ glass wall made from sleek aluminum profiles. The…
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