Virus response shows the true value of trade bodies
THE Covid-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on the roofing and cladding sector, with businesses and individuals operating in this field having to...
West Lothian construction firms join forces to deliver skills classes to youngsters
SCOTTISH construction businesses have teamed up to deliver a key initiative designed to encourage youngsters to explore careers in the industry.
The Build Your Future...
Pitched roof tile manufacturer invests in potentially life-saving equipment for its sites
RUSSELL Roof Tiles has bought new life-saving defibrillator units for its three sites.
The manufacturer of concrete derivatives in the pitched roofing market employs around...
Curvaceous finish adds style to new Glasgow hospital
RUUKKI has supplied its external cladding and roofing products on a number of large hospital projects in recent years.
These include Queen Alexander Hospital in...
Passivhaus made simple
By Matthew Evans, technical manager Kingspan TEK
ONE of the most important aspects of any new build today is to get the energy efficiency of...
Roofing contractor shows support for World Menopause Awareness Month
ROOFING contractor BriggsAmasco has shown its commitment to World Menopause Awareness Month by hosting a course for female staff to gain a better understanding...
NFRC introduces two new membership benefits
NFRC (National Federation of Roofing Contractors) has announced two new benefits to help member companies safeguard their people and strengthen technical competence.
Members can now...
SkillBuild 2025 regional heats to showcase top young talent
PREPARATIONS are underway for the regional heats of SkillBuild 2025, the UK's largest trade and crafts skills competition for young people.
NFRC (National Federation of...
Repairs begin on Saltcoats swimming pool roof damaged during Storm Éowyn
WORK is underway to bring Auchenharvie Leisure Centre's swimming pool back into use after its roof suffered extensive damage during Storm Éowyn in January.
Irvine-based...
Manufacturer earns accreditation for sustainability progress
RUSSELL Roof Tiles has received Planet Mark Business Certification, an accreditation firms can use to report on its carbon footprint and demonstrate sustainability progress.
The concrete...
Ventilation solutions to eradicate risk, liability and cost in social housing
Damp, condensation and mould growth remain perennial problems in social housing.
New distillery’s green roof creates a buzz
The 'green' sedum roof at The Cairn Distillery near Grantown on Spey has reportedly become a haven for bees since being installed in April.
...
Entries sought for UK Roofing Awards 2023
THE deadline for entering the UK Roofing Awards 2023, which recognises roofing, cladding and rainscreen projects as well as individuals, will close on January 13.
The...
Jason Manford to host NFRC UK Roofing Awards 2027
COMEDIAN Jason Manford has been confirmed as the host for the UK Roofing Awards 2027.
NFRC is offering guests the chance to secure their tickets...
NFRC claims Milburn report is ‘welcome dose of reality’
THE NFRC (National Federation of Roofing Contractors) has backed the publication of Alan Milburn's Young People and Work report, claiming its findings highlight concerns...
Growing Edinburgh roofing contractor appoints trainee surveyor
EDINBURGH-based Apex Roofing Contracts has announced it is strengthening its commitment to developing the next generation of construction professionals with the appointment of trainee...
Everything in harmony – Kawneer plays its part at music college
Curtain walling, concealed vents and doors have conducted themselves well at a musical college.
The architectural aluminium systems from Kawneer are playing a major part...
Procast Group delivers upgrades to homes across East Renfrewshire
PROCAST Group has embarked on work to transform homes across East Renfrewshire as part of a £725,000 project.
The Hamilton-based firm is carrying out roof...
Manufacturer sees ‘high demand’ for Lothian roof tile
RUSSELL Roof Tiles has announced that the Lothian concrete thinner leading-edge roof tile from the firm's Natural Range, has become one of its most...
Green roof boosts sustainability credentials of Corstorphine development
DEVELOPER Artisan Real Estate has revealed that more than 1,000 square metres of living ‘green’ roof has been laid on top of Rowanbank Gardens...
