Sparsholt College Hampshire, near Winchester, a centre of excellence in land-based studies, has chosen the highly sustainable recycled modular building approach from Foremans Relocatable Building Systems to expand its teaching accommodation.
Public Sector Scam to End
At the time of writing, public sector workers are kicking up a hell of the hullabaloo because they are being told that they may have to work to, well, the same age as the rest of us! In a bid to save billions of pounds, a major Government report has set the stage for early retirement for state workers to become a thing of the past: and quite right too.
Letting the Imagination Take Flight
Adam Khan Architects is a London-based practice with a depth of knowledge in modern design, construction and detailing. At the very heart of the firm is the belief that architecture should perform equally at all scales, from large-scale design through to the smallest detail.
Not Only a Growing Company, A Smart One
Star Uretech launches High Friction/Anti-skid Surfacing with 10 year life expectancy and backs its confidence in the system by giving a five year guarantee
Star Uretech is just about to gain HAPAS/BBA approval for Uretech HFS anti-skid surfacing adhesive (February 2011). A trial site in Middlesbrough is now 10 years old and the surface still passes the industry standard for slip resistance, wear and texture retention.
INNOVATION in Flues and Chimneys – Environmental Considerations for Wood Burning Stoves and Biomass
Fit it and Forget it – 15 year warranty
As with the majority of wood burning appliances, they still require a suitable chimney to evacuate the products of combustion. Due to the increased efficiency of these appliances, the flue gas temperatures are much lower than their predecessors, while appliances such as pellet stoves can also control the output depending on the room temperature.
LIVERPOOL’S NEWEST HOTEL OPENS ITS DOORS
A major new hotel development which will enhance the regeneration of Liverpool’s commercial district has opened its doors.
Days Inn Liverpool, a 154-bedroom contemporary hotel on James Street, a key transport route for commuters and tourists arriving in the city, is now welcoming guests.
Topps Tiles exclusive purchase of popular Pilkingtons brands
Topps Tiles are proud to announce their purchase of the popular Matrix Ceramic Wall Tile Collection from the Pilkington Group, which ceased trading in June 2010. Having almost vanished from the trade and commercial sector, Topps Tiles are thrilled to now have exclusive rights to the popular Matrix range, which includes all remaining stock. With a nationwide service offered at Topps Tiles, this sought after collection is now accessible in-store and online.
Primed for Success
It is now half a century since concrete pumps came into regular use in the UK construction industry. For most of that period the need and method of priming concrete pumps remained unchanged.
The traditional method using cement primers involved inherent manual handling, health and environmental risks. Changing environmental attitudes and a more proactive approach to health and safety in the concrete industry prompted Lansdowne Products to produce a new user and environmentally friendly solution to priming concrete pumps.
Sustainability increases the demand for Timber
Timber frame is currently the most popular self-build method in the UK. Although recent turbulence in the construction industry has dented production, timber frame continues to make impressive claims at being the number one build method in the country.
Pumping Concrete – Not Iron!
The PCP Group has grown over the last 30 years to become an international supplier of pumps and hoses. It is a family-owned business very much aware of its roots and inordinately proud of its reputation for professional service combined with old-fashioned courtesy and reliability.
