Video series aims to stimulate debate on cladding topics

NON-flammable cladding specialist Vivalda Group has announced it is producing a series of videos to improve the construction industry’s understanding of issues such as...

Looking beyond compliance in cladding specification

Brian G Newell, founder and CEO of cladding specialist, Shackerley, discusses the need for cladding specification decisions to be made based on a full...
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Glidevale Protect confirms collaborative partnership with RGB Facades

GLIDEVALE Protect has announced a partnership with RGB Facades, bringing its new range of fire rated external wall membranes to RGB Facades’ customers. RGB Facades,...
No monkey business as creature comforts come first

No monkey business as creature comforts come first

Since it opened in 1970, keeping the animals happy has been the key to success at Blair Drummond Safari Park – and contentment levels...

Stylish products add class to Polwarth Terrace

PRODUCTS from aluminium architectural specialists, Metal Technology, were recently specified for the Wemyss Properties’ Polwarth Terrace development in Edinburgh. Situated within a private walled site...
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Integrated solar PV – a glimpse into the future of new house builds

Peter Barrow, Marketing Executive for Forster Group Ltd examines the future of new build house design in Scotland - and tells Project Scotland why...
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Winners revealed at NFRC Scottish Roofing Awards 2024

THE winners of the Scottish Roofing Awards 2024 have been announced at an event in Glasgow. The awards celebrate the work of NFRC members across...
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Setting your ‘sites’ on training

Scott Horner of Marley Contract Services looks at how their apprenticeship programmes are helping address the skills shortage in the roofing and cladding sector. THE...
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Vivalda Group strengthens distribution division with MD appointment

VIVALDA Group, a manufacturer of façade solutions, has appointed Kristy Driver as MD – distribution. Kristy has spent the majority of her career within the...
Previously used by Dundee College, the building will become a centre for gymnastic excellence in Tayside and Fife and provide the facilities to give the area’s gymnasts the opportunity to reach their full potential in the build-up to the Games. The Dick McTaggart Centre is named after the boxer who won Commonwealth gold in 1958.

Boxing clever aids gymnastics hopes

A Dundee building that had fallen into disuse has been rescued in time to play an important part in preparations for Glasgow’s Commonwealth Games...

Facade specialist to recommence operations on May 4

CUMBERNAULD-based facade specialist MSP (Scotland) has announced it will recommence operations from Monday May 4, providing materials to construction projects in England. The firm said...

Education proves a hot topic for Lakesmere

LAKESMERE Group has been appointed to deliver the roofing and cladding packages on several education contracts across Scotland, including the new Windmill Community Campus...

Sustainable and placemaking principles to the fore at new £16m Aberdeen primary school

  CONSTRUCTION of the £16 million Scott Brownrigg-designed Milltimber Primary School in Aberdeen has been completed. Designed for Aberdeen City Council, the new facility, built by...

UK Government to consult on banning combustible cladding

THE UK Government is to launch a consultation on banning the use of combustible materials in cladding systems on high-rise buildings. The announcement comes in...
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Glasgow project progressing at rapid speed

MOUNTGRANGE Real Estate Opportunity Fund and M&G Real Estate have confirmed the main structure, including the roof, of its landmark Grade A development in...

Powder coated fasteners boost £13.7m retail project

POWDER coated fasteners from SFS intec have helped roofing and cladding contractor Roofdec create a ‘striking’ new building envelope for an extension to the...
ENTRIES have now closed for the 2013 European Copper in Architecture Awards, the showcase for architects designing with copper and its alloys to promote their work to an international audience.

Closing date for copper & alloy awards

ENTRIES have now closed for the 2013 European Copper in Architecture Awards, the showcase for architects designing with copper and its alloys to promote...

KR Group to fly the flag for Scotland at Façade Awards

CLADDING and steel specialist KR Group (Scotland) is celebrating after being shortlisted for the UK-wide Façade Awards 2022. The firm's work at Northfield Swimming Pool,...

Steel and cladding contractor shows commitment to developing the future workforce

AHEAD of National Apprenticeship Week, Aberdeenshire-based steel and cladding company KR Group has continued to demonstrate its commitment to developing young people. The family business...
DALES Fabrications, which manufactures aluminium eaves products, had their products specified for a college project where the requirement was to combine a visual statement with a relaxing environment for pupils.

Sharp thinking sees blades make their debut on college job

DALES Fabrications, which manufactures aluminium eaves products, had their products specified for a college project where the requirement was to combine a visual statement...