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The UK launch by Hunter Douglas at the Architect@Work followed the installation of the system at the new CAH University of Applied Science in Dronten

Opening up a façade market

A new open structure façade system made its debut at a recent architectural event. The UK launch by Hunter Douglas at the Architect@Work followed the...

Unsafe cladding in Scotland: a brief guide to the new proposals

By Michael Collins, senior associate, BTO Solicitors SINCE the Grenfell fire in June 2017, the UK and Scottish Governments have introduced a number of reforms...

Scotland’s proposed building safety levy could raise £30m a year

PROPOSED new legislation could raise around £30 million per year to help fund work to fix residential buildings with unsafe cladding which have no...

UK Roofing Awards winners announced

THE winners of the 2024 NFRC UK Roofing Awards have been revealed at a ceremony at the InterContinental London—The O2, hosted by actor and...

The Shingle life

A luxury hotel in Dumfries and Galloway has used Marley Eternit’s JB Shingles to create a “stunning” cottage annex. Architect John Murray specified the product...

Scotland bans combustible cladding on ‘high-risk’ buildings over 11 metres

DEVELOPERS are to be banned from using combustible cladding on 'high-risk' buildings over 11 metres in Scotland. The move follows legislation to improve fire safety...
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Rainscreen panels prove versatility in two new school designs

Kalzip’s low cost FC rainscreen system was specified in vertical formation by Glenn Howells Architects for two new schools in Birmingham: George Dixon Academy...

Brick clad system certified

SHACKERLEY has announced it has secured a BBA Agrément Certificate for the company’s BrickClad mechanically fixed brick cladding system. Launched last year to allow specifiers...

McConnell ramps up growth plans with opening of new East Kilbride base

MCCONNELL, previously known as Hugh LS McConnell or McConnell Roofing, has announced it is relaunching the 'McConnell' brand and has opened a new office...

Adding colour to facades could be a bright idea

Colour is in vogue in lieu of recent research into colour psychology. Ben Warren, managing director at Baumit, provides five points to illustrate how...

Housing developers to work with Scottish Government on fixing cladding issues

THE Scottish Government has confirmed that some of the country's largest housing developers have agreed to work with it to address cladding issues. Holyrood said...

Respecting the Great Western heritage

Aliva UK has put a stunning face on a modern development that is designed to harmonise with Glasgow’s majestic stone heritage. The firm worked closely...
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Stylish hotel helps bring to life rejuvenated Edinburgh site

An area of Edinburgh gutted by fire 12 years ago is set to have new life breathed into it. Metal Technology has provided a range...

NFRC calls for ‘real consequences’ to address late payment issues

THE National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC) is calling for 'real consequences' to help address the 'endemic culture' of late payment within the UK...
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Fife Council responds to Grenfell Inquiry with enhanced fire safety programme

FIFE Council has stressed its focus on tenant safety by agreeing a comprehensive response to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry Part 2 report. The local authority...

Vivalda launches ‘dust-free’ fabrication services nationwide

VIVALDA Group, the parent company of Cumbernauld-based MSP Facades, Prism Powder Coating and Vivalda Scotland, has announced the completion of its roll-out of ‘dust-free’...

Cladding still causing concern for builders

MORE than two years on from the Grenfell Tower tragedy, cladding issues are continuing to cause concern for housebuilders. Andrew Leslie, an associate in Gillespie...
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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...

Pushing the envelope on stunning V&A Dundee

SFS has revealed the firm’s A4 austenitic stainless fasteners are helping the landmark V&A Dundee stand out visually. The building envelope fastener systems specialist teamed...
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UpStand boards for inverted roofs

ALL insulation specifications for inverted roofs should include specific detailing to prevent cold bridging around the roof parapet where the horizontal insulation board meets...