Sika launches new hot melt roofing system

SIKA recently announced it has expanded its bituminous roofing range with the launch of SikaBit ProMelt - described as a versatile structural waterproofing system...
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Roofers report fall in workloads and level of new enquiries

NEW research from NFRC (National Federation of Roofing Contractors) has shown a drop in workloads and an 'alarming' fall in members' confidence. The latest 'State...

Cube Glass appointed Scottish distributor of Glazing Vision rooflights

CUMBERNAULD-based Cube Glass has been appointed an official distributor in Scotland of Glazing Vision rooflights. Glazing Vision designs and manufactures architectural glass rooflights for customers...

Roofing specialist extends Livingston FC sponsorship

BATHGATE-based roofing repair and replacement specialist Taylor Roofs has extended its sponsorship of Livingston Football Club. The firm has signed a two-year contract extension to...
Adrian Whitefoot

New chair elected at Metal Cladding & Roofing Manufacturers Association

ADRIAN Whitefoot has been elected as the new chair of the MCRMA (Metal Cladding & Roofing Manufacturers Association), the trade body representing the metal...

Delays fail to dampen waterside development

BRIGGSAMASCO has revealed how the firm overcame significant project delays to deliver a watertight roof system as part of an Edinburgh city centre social...

Lochmaben roof tile manufacturer gets green light for £1.7m investment

LOCHMABEN-based pitched roof tile manufacturer Russell Roof Tiles, has confirmed it has been given the go-ahead for a £1.7 million plant and building works. The...
Taylor Roofs HQ in Livingston

New Livingston base gives Taylor Roofs space to grow

TAYLOR Roofs has announced it is set for continued growth after expanding into a new headquarters in Livingston. The family-run firm serves domestic clients across...

Sweet result for historic building

A full roof refurbishment has helped preserve a famous chocolate works. The historic Terry’s Chocolate Factory - a Grade II listed building which opened in...

Deadline extended one more week for UK Roofing Awards

NFRC (National Federation of Roofing Contractors) has announced that companies have been given one more week to enter projects into the 2024 UK Roofing...

Robotics could be key to ‘clean’ energy

A Luxembourg-headquartered robotics company has revealed that its innovative range of cleaning machines could help Scotland achieve its environmental goals through ensuring solar panels...

Giving the lowdown on high-end single-ply roofing solutions

Roof waterproofing is not a game of chance. Errors at any stage of the installation process, particularly avoidable ones, could have costly ramifications. Correct...

A dram fine roof

THE new Macallan distillery and visitor centre has been unveiled in Speyside, with a striking timber roof structure claimed to be one of the...
Roofing finalists at SkillBuild 2024

NFRC hails ‘exceptionally high’ standards of SkillBuild roofing finalists

THE NFRC has hailed the 'exceptional efforts' of all the finalists in the roofing category of the 2024 SkillBuild competition. After a hard-fought final, Joe...

Rooflights tipped to improve learning experience at new East Dunbartonshire school

WHITESALES has supplied 14 Solus Monopitch rooflights and four Solus smoke hatches for a new Additional Support Needs (ASN) school in East Dunbartonshire. Architects NORR...
Hambleside Danelaw truck

Manufacturer celebrates 50 years of roofing products innovation

2026 marks the 50th anniversary of Hambleside Danelaw. Here, we reflect on some of the roofing products specialist’s key milestones through five decades Hambleside Danelaw...

Glidevale Protect bolsters technical service with senior appointment

BUILDING materials producer Glidevale Protect has promoted Jim Smith to the role of head of technical. The firm said the move is designed to continue...
Allan Doris, BriggsAmasco

Roofing contractor ramps up training programme ahead of Scottish Apprenticeship Week

AHEAD of Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2026, BriggsAmasco has outlined its commitment to developing the next generation of construction professionals by stepping up its training...

Major regional rise in sales contributes to 30% growth at Metrotile UK

MAJOR sales growth by a Glasgow-based Sales Director has contributed to more than 30 per cent of projected expansion by leading lightweight roofing firm Metrotile UK. Mark...

Century-old tenements set for refurbishment

PROCAST has been awarded an £880,000 contract to refurbish 100-year-old red sandstone tenement flats in Glasgow's east end. The project will involve an extensive makeover...