Energy crisis will worsen unless we offer a balanced smart transition where consumers decide...
By John Forster, chair and founder of Forster Group
ENERGY prices skyrocketing, rising inflation rates and a potential year-long recession, the immediate economic picture for...
Roof tile manufacturer launches recruitment drive following ‘monumental’ year
RUSSELL Roof Tiles has launched a recruitment drive to fill new roles at its Lochmaben site.
Due to expansion, the roof tile manufacturer has vacancies...
Working flat out – Awards for Glasgow projects
TWO projects in Glasgow have landed top honours in this year’s Roofing Awards.
Organised by the National Federation of Roofing Contractors, the event in London...
Edinburgh students to sleep easy in smart new accommodation
A landmark building in the shadow of Arthur’s Seat is to be transformed into a residence for students at Edinburgh University.
Lakesmere Scotland will...
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...
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...
Award-winning roofing apprentices recognised in Scottish Parliament motion
TWO Edinburgh apprentices have received recognition from the Scottish Parliament for winning the Roofing Apprentice of the Year Award, as part of the NFRC...
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...
Roofing contractors ‘busier than ever’
THE vast majority (91%) of roofing contractors have reported being 'busy' or 'very busy' in a recent survey by roofing trade body, NFRC.
Despite there...
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...
Milestone reached in Citadel Leisure Centre refurbishment project
CONSTRUCTION of a new entrance façade has been completed at the Citadel Leisure Centre in Ayr.
The project forms part of a refurbishment programme, with...
Procast lands Airdrie town centre refurb role
STRATHAVEN-based Procast has been awarded a contract in the upcoming project to refurbish properties in Airdrie's Buchanan and Hallcraig Streets.
The contract forms part of...
Roof tile manufacturer sets £50,000 charity target
LOCHMABEN-based roof tile manufacturer Russell Roof Tiles (RRT) has set a target of raising £50,000 for good causes this year.
Called 'Give 4 Good', the...
Working smart: university roof refurbishment earns plaudits
THE roof refurbishment of a historic University of Edinburgh building won the Single Ply Roofing category at this year’s NFRC National Roofing Awards.
The Joseph...
Watertight roof solution brings peace of mind to new residents
BriggsAmasco, has provided a “complex” waterproofing system to ensure a new multi-million pound residential complex remains protected against the risk of water ingress for...
McConnell MD looks to build on a great legacy
EVOLUTION, not revolution, is the approach Eamonn McGarvey has taken since becoming MD of Kilmarnock-based specialist roofing company Hugh LS McConnell in August 2018.
The...
New roof structures could be trialled in Dundee RAAC properties
PILOT works on five council properties affected by reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) could be set to go ahead in Dundee, if councillors approve...
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...
Roofers report further growth, but concerns remain over spiralling costs
NEW research has revealed that 43% of roofing contractors expect further growth over the next 12 months, despite 86% experiencing rising material prices in...
Deadline to enter UK Roofing Awards extended by one week
NFRC has announced a one-week extension for firms wishing to enter projects for consideration in the UK Roofing Awards 2023.
The new deadline is...
