LEADING roofing and cladding fastener manufacturer EJOT UK has extended the capabilities of its VACUtest seal testing kit to give installers an easy way to maintain the highest quality standards when using self-drilling screws with the ever-popular 13.5-3 sinusoidal panel. The development of a new suction cup for this type of panel represents the latest
IN A WORLD where the requirement for more sustainable building solutions is gaining momentum, the demand for alternatives to traditional lead roofing is skyrocketing. Rooftec Flex from Samac Fixings is a replacement for lead flashing and harnesses the benefits of Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer (EPDM), together with an expanded aluminium mesh core to offer unparalleled
AS PREDICTIONS suggest global temperatures will exceed records in the next five years, roofing manufacturer Klober is urging specifiers to futureproof roofing specifications. The World Meteorological Organization’s latest annual assessment is that temperatures will likely exceed 1.5C above pre-industrial levels for the first time in human history. Its probability has increased to a 66% likelihood,
IN A TRADING UPDATE for the year ending 30 June 2023, housebuilder Barratts Developments plc reported falls in nearly all metrics recorded. The company experienced “a significant deterioration in demand” during the second quarter and, whilst the position improved during early spring, reservations then slowed again from mid-May. The strong order book and demand earlier in
CONSTRUCTION OUTPUT in May 2023 is estimated to have decreased 0.2% to £15,360 million, which is the third consecutive monthly fall. Figures released today by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) showed the decrease in monthly output came solely from a decrease in new work (0.4% fall), with repair and maintenance being flat (0.0%) on the
Regional procurement specialist EN:Procure is inviting tenders for its latest installers framework values at £3.2bn. The procurement arm of social housing consortium Efficiency North is looking for bidders for the latest version of its Installation and Repairs Framework. The framework is made up of 37 lots covering a wide range of installations and repairs including
Project Brief Verto is a multi-directional air purification system, designed using the principles of aerodynamics, to create a form that propagates maximum surface area, increased wind speed and 360-degree air purification. The name Verto is derived from the word “turn”. The tower rotates as it rises and transforms the environment by turning polluted air into
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He calls his mind a laboratory of spatial thinking where one can experiment with design… he puts great value in research & sees the build as an opportunity for experimentation with technology & geometry… here’s Aditya Goswami, Founder & Principal Architect, Architectonic Services giving a sneak-peak into his thoughts… What are the major advantages of
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Stadiums and convention centers are architectural marvels constructed with a primary focus on utilizing structural steel for their design and construction. The strategic incorporation of steel elements allows these structures to accommodate vast spans and support heavy loads, making them ideal for hosting large-scale events and exhibitions. Stadiums, specifically engineered for sports events, rely on
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British Land and Landsec have added their weight to calls for urgent planning reforms to stimulate the regeneration of the UK’s towns and cities. The pair want to see a specific set of changes that would not require primary legislation or significant public funding to unblock brownfield site regeneration. The property companies are behind some
