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All Weather Insulated Panels Introduces Reimagined Glimpse3D Viewer
Initially launched in 2022, the Glimpse3D viewer online resource provides an easy-to-use interface for customers to better visualize construction details through a wide range of options.
Homebuilding Chief Encourages Men to Talk about Mental Health
THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE of a homebuilder is encouraging more men working in construction to talk about their mental health to help reduce high rates of suicide within the industry. The male suicide prevention organisation Andy’s Man Club has been chosen by Genesis Homes and its sister company Russell Armer Homes as its charity of the year
Eurocell Updates on Expected Profits Amid Falling Sales
SALES OF roofline PVC products, windows, and doors have fallen 6% by volume on the year at Eurocell plc. Reported sales for the year ended 31 December 2023 were £365m, down 4% on an “exceptionally strong” year in 2022, the company reports in an update for the year ended 31 December 2023. Eurocell Divisions In
WPA Issues Statement on Preservative Treated Roofing Battens
THE WOOD Protection Association (WPA) has issued a statement in response to concerns raised about treated roofing batten allegedly causing skin problems. The timber trade body is recommending that only wood treated with a preservative HSE authorises or containing active substances listed in the HSE BPR active substance list are purchased. The organisation advises that
ARMA Releases Mostly Upbeat Fourth Quarter Product Shipment Report
Asphalt roofing market thrives in Q4 2023: Shingles up 25.5%, modified bitumen up 10.4%. BUR base, ply, and mineral cap sheets decline and the Canadian market faces challenges.
Power Anywhere with Makita’s New BAC01 Power Converter
IN A MOVE that further supports professionals with convenient and unrestricted access to power, Makita has launched its new BAC01 36V Power Converter. This useful solution turns DC power into AC power and is suitable for battery charging or the use of corded tools in outdoor job sites where an AC outlet is not available.
Western Roofing Expo Seeking Public Speakers for 2024 Expo
The Western Roofing Expo is calling all public speakers to apply for a speaking or seminar slot at the 50th Annual Western Roofing Expo 2024, Sept. 29-Oct. 1 in Las Vegas before the submission deadline closes on Jan. 31.
BAM clinches Uni of South Wales £40m teaching block
The University of South Wales has selected BAM to build a £40m academic building at the Treforest Campus in Pontypridd. BAM will now help to develop the detailed designs for the building which is scheduled to begin construction later this year. The proposed academic building will provide teaching, research, and support space for Computing, Engineering,
Watkin Jones plunges to £43m loss
Multi-storey student and build to rent homes specialist Watkin Jones has plunged to a £43m loss after booking a further hit to cover building safety remedial works and restructuring. The exceptional charges included a £35m provision to cover these remedial works over five years and £3.1m to cover recent business streamlining designed to save £4m