Armstrong ceilings top a ground-breaking laboratory facility

Systems, including a custom one, toe the visual line for collaborative teaching.

A myriad of metal wall-to-wall systems by Armstrong Ceilings were specified for a next-generation laboratory facility for their cost-effectiveness and versatility.

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New guide aims to demystify drain and sewer lining

A new technical guide has been created to explain best practice in the use of no-dig sewer and drain lining.

The guide, from drainage specialist Lanes Group, also explains the pros and cons of the main lining techniques available to construction and maintenance contractors.

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BUILDING BLOCK MANUFACTURER POWERS AHEAD WITH HYSTER® LIFT TRUCKS

Lorries fully loaded with building blocks in less than 5 minutes, happy lift truck drivers, exceptional reliability and a low cost of ownership: these are just some of the ways a quarry operation in the South West of England has benefitted since adding a new Hyster® lift truck to its operation.

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STAY ON GUARD WITH KEE WALK

Kee Safety, a global supplier of fall protection equipment and safety railing systems, has expanded its range of safe access solutions for roof top walkways and stepovers with the introduction of Kee Walk® with Guardrail. A cost effective and modular approach to guardrail protection, this system provides roofers, contractors and maintenance teams with a clear demarcation route to eliminate potential fall hazards.

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“Trusted” Armstrong Ceilings deliver a contemporary aesthetic

Bespoke mesh metal ceilings bring form and function to an office refurbishment.

When architects TP Bennett needed a trusted supplier to deliver their vision for a central London office refurbishment they knew immediately where to look.

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Top Tips for Spring Cleaning Your Construction Site

Construction sites closing over winter is something that happens a lot less now with improved building techniques and higher-quality products. However, there are still differences between winter and summer and with spring now under way, it is worth looking at your construction site and analysing how to improve it.

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Take control of emissions on site: Casella Guardian2 with VOC monitoring

Land pollution can be a major problem in the UK. Heavy industrial production was once a driving force for our nation’s economy and now many sites pose a major hazard for new construction operations [1]. In 2005, the Environment Agency estimated that up to 325,000 sites might be polluted because of former uses [2] – a huge clean-up conundrum.
The remediation of contaminated land sites can prove to be a challenging undertaking, however, effective boundary monitoring solutions can help to mitigate any environmental issues during construction by effective measurement of toxic compound exposure. Casella demonstrates its commitment to reducing environmental risks with the new Guardian2 site boundary monitor, designed to help site management remain compliant with emission levels, using remote monitoring and reporting of noise, dust and vibration levels, and now includes monitoring of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs).

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Armstrong Ceiling Solutions help the CBRE with a hat-trick of systems

Mineral canopies and metal baffles and tiles feature at the organisation’s new-look HQ.

The world’s leading commercial property and real estate services adviser has used a hat-trick of systems from Armstrong Ceiling Solutions to enhance the interiors of its refurbished headquarters.

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SIKA CONCRETE REPAIR SYSTEM SUPPORTS REFURBISHMENT OF TOWN CENTRE BRIDGE

Sika supplied the concrete repair and corrosion management system as part of urgent refurbishment work to extend the service life of a town centre bridge.

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CAN GATHERING DATA REALLY SAVE LIVES? THE MODERN EMERGENCY LIGHTING SCHEME IS BECOMING INTELLIGENT!

Rene Joppi, Commercial Director at Mackwell discusses the challenges we face and opportunities that lie ahead. 

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