Solihull’s Council offices have been transformed with a major refurbishment of its mid-century office block. The upgrade required alterations and extension works to provide new open-plan space, an atrium and facades. Replacement of the existing windows for new units with…
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A fire door acts just as any other door in normal service, in a fire it takes on a critical role – to save lives and protect property. It does this by holding back the spread of fire and smoke…
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Following the pandemic, there have been huge advances made in washroom design. As part of Komfort’s ongoing commitment to meet the needs of the modern-day commercial space and using their extensive product knowledge, they have introduced their Komfort Washrooms collection….
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Providing both indoor and outdoor spaces with a calming, natural beauty, the new Lavaredo tile collection from CTD Architectural Tiles will bring harmony and aesthetic splendour to hospitality, commercial, retail and residential projects alike. Offering all the energy and grace…
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Roof systems manufacturer, Marley has launched a new roof fire barrier to help prevent the spread of fire between adjoining properties, allowing specifiers to add an additional safety layer to roofing projects to keep both people and properties protected. Marley…
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Roofing, Cladding & Insulation, Safety, Security & Fire Protection
The popularity for Polymethyl Methacrylate (PMMA) liquid waterproofing solutions has grown in recent years, but the technology isn’t a new concept. PMMA systems were developed more than 90 years ago and many companies, including Kemper System have offered a PMMA…
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Staying true to its culture of innovation, Sika has launched Sikalastic-652N, an upgraded version of one of its most popular liquid-applied single-component polyurethane waterproofing membranes, Sikalastic-625. This versatile, durable cold-applied membrane is used up and down the UK in a…
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Kentec Electronics, a leading manufacturer of life-critical control systems, has launched the Ekho wireless fire detection range exclusively to its Kentec Installation Partners (KIP), providing a highly-sophisticated, reliable, convenient and aesthetically pleasing alternative to wired systems. The launch comes as…
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Franke’s Icon tap range, which launched in the UK in January, has earned international acclaim by winning two prestigious awards that recognise excellence in product design. Icon has secured a coveted Red Dot Award in the Kitchen Taps and Sinks…
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Metalline are the first UK cladding manufacturer to uniquely offer BOTH non-combustible aluminium Rainscreen and non-combustible aluminium insulated Spandrel panels, all fully tested and certified to Class A1 rating. Metalline’s Ultima Insulated Spandrel panel range and Metalline’s Unity Rainscreen System…
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Recent trials of older concrete block permeable paving projects, following long-term use, back up previous research, endorse current minimal maintenance recommendations and debunk misconceptions. Previous research has demonstrated that the infiltration rate will decrease in the jointing material, but then…
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Mitsubishi Electric has launched its new Plasma Quad Connect air purifier for improved indoor air quality. The bolt-on device can neutralise six key indoor pollutants, as well as inhibit 99.8% of SARS-CoV-2 [i]. Plasma Quad Connect can be bolted on…
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A bespoke perforated solar screen, formed from Nordic Blue Living 3 pre-patinated copper, defines the new Senior Learning Centre building at Ravenswood School for Girls on Sydney’s North Shore. Architects BVN’s design optimises a 6.5m level difference across the site,…
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Stuart Turner announce a new range of commercial circulators for HVAC applications. The Pulse range features High Efficiency ErP compliant pumps in a variety of sizes from with both single and twin head options for Rp1½ to DN80. The range…
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The patented new Ancon Thermal Windpost (TWP2) from Leviat has been designed to minimise thermal bridging in masonry cavity walls, offering up to an impressive 70% reduction in thermal transmission through the span of the windpost. Featuring integral mineral fibre…
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