Never one to rest on its laurels, C.K tools, one of the leading names in tool innovation, runs an ongoing intensive product development programme investigating potential and reviewing existing product lines. As a result C.K tools has listened to demand and extended its popular, premium quality range of Cable Cutters (T3963) to include a more compact 160mm model.
RMG CONSOLIDATES BUSINESS IN THE NORTH WITH LATEST URBAN SPLASH WIN
Residential Management Group (RMG: www.rmgltd.co.uk; tel: 0845 002 4310) continues to go from strength to strength in the north of England, following the company’s latest new business win at Lister Mills, near Bradford in Yorkshire, a development by award-winning regeneration company, Urban Splash.The successful tender followed a tough selection process with eight other agents presenting to and being interviewed by both Urban Splash Directors and residents of Lister Mills.Janet Shane from Urban Splash, which is responsible for transforming the fortune of iconic buildings around the country including the Rotunda and Fort Dunlop in Birmingham, the Midland Hotel in Morecambe and the Royal William Yard in Plymouth says:
Carbon friendly lighting
In the present economic and environmental climate we all need to do our bit for both. By installing Carbon Friendly Lighting Ltd T5 conversions you can achieve excellent results in both, over 50% savings in running costs and very sustainable solution.
ESSENTIAL ADVICE FROM FPL
Fire-resistant ductwork systems manufacturer, Fire Protection Ltd (FPL) has released a new Guidance Note for Specifiers and Purchasers of Fire Rated Duct Systems
Bringing together all of the relevant guidance on fire resistant ductwork, the Guide is an essential tool for anyone involved in the design, specification, purchase, maintenance and management of such systems.
INTERSERVE TO REFURBISH DUNDEE LISTED LANDMARK TO CREATE NEW MALMAISON HOTEL
Interserve, the international support services and construction group, has been appointed as main contractor on a refurbishment project to create the new Dundee Malmaison hotel. The scheme is located on the site of the vacant Tay Hotel, a listed city centre landmark building constructed in 1889. In keeping with the prestigious Malmaison brand, the structure is being redeveloped to create an international standard lifestyle boutique hotel.
Nuclear engineering on the curriculum
Nuclear engineering was on the curriculum for a group of 50 teenagers taking part in a four-day residential course at the University of Manchester. Organised by The Smallpeice Trust, in collaboration with the Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB) and URENCO, the course offered the teenagers the chance to get a hands-on experience, looking at the work being done in the field of nuclear engineering and the career opportunities available.
Case Study: Skanska
THE COMPANY
Throughout 125 years, Skanska has been a modern and innovative developer and contractor, building what society needs. Today, Skanska is one of the world’s leading project development and construction groups with expertise in construction, development of commercial and residential projects and public-private partnerships. Based on its global green experience, Skanska aims to be the clients’ first choice for Green solutions. The Group currently has 53,000 employees in selected home markets in Europe, in the US and Latin America. Headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden and listed on the Stockholm Stock Exchange, Skanska’s sales in 2011 totalled SEK 123 billion.
Avoid annoying disputes and win more jobs
Now, more than ever, homeowners are made aware of and warned against rogue tradespeople. With TV programmes such as ‘Cowboy Builders’ highlighting just how badly a job can go, it’s no wonder consumers are being advised to seek professional tradespeople who can provide a written quotation, payment schedules and legally binding contracts.
FIBERWEB GEOSYNTHETICS ADDS NEW HEAVY WEIGHT TO GRASS AND GROUND REINFORCEMENT RANGE
Fiberweb Geosynthetics has this month added TRUCKPAVE heavy-duty permeable pavers to their portfolio of grass and ground reinforcement products. Previously marketed by Hoofmark Ltd*, the two pavers TRUCKPAVE 80 and TRUCKPAVE 100 complement Fiberweb’s existing product portfolio, offering customers a comprehensive choice of pavers.
CASELLA CELEBRATES DOUBLE ANNIVERSARY YEAR
Forty years of noise measurement and 50 years of dust monitoring are marked with promotions offering free Noise Nuisance Recorders and discount off TUFF Air Sampling Pumps.
Her Majesty the Queen is not the only one celebrating a special anniversary in 2012. This year also marks 50 years since Casella CEL ( 01234 844100) began specialising in dust monitoring equipment and 40 years since it ventured in to noise monitoring, having successfully launched the world’s first electronic averaging sound level meter back in 1972.
