Macleod Roofing

Macleod Roofing marks 35th anniversary with launch of community fund

INVERNESS-based Macleod Roofing has launched a new community fund as part of its 35th anniversary year. The firm said the move turns decades of informal...

Trade show to shine a light on industry issues

THE RCI (Roofing, Cladding & Insulation) Show is back for 2019. The dedicated trade event for the roofing, cladding and insulation industry will turn its...
The timber systems division of James Jones & Sons is distributing its JJI-Joists through a company based in the Vendee region. France Poutres is a family-run business which manufactures and distributes its own all-timber I-joist and is now also supplying JJI-Joists, promoting them as a cost-effective alternative for floors, walls and roofs.

French get switched on to Scottish firm’s cost-saving products

A Scottish company is making inroads into the French construction market. The timber systems division of James Jones & Sons is distributing its JJI-Joists through...
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Political uncertainty hampering future planning for roofing contractors

NEW research has revealed that political uncertainty has presented a growing challenge for UK roofing businesses. The findings are revealed in NFRC’s latest State of...

New town is slated for success

THREE housebuilders have installed Cupa Pizarras’ Heavy 3 slate on roofs at the new £1 billion town of Chapelton, which is being built near...
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Silverlea project nets sustainable roofing solutions

CRUDEN Homes’ Silverlea project is part of the Granton Waterfront regeneration project; a programme to build a new coastal town on the outskirts of...

Rooflights help to create bright future for e-retailers

As demand for warehouse space increases, Adrian Lukic, sales director at Brett Martin, explores the advantages of installing rooflights in wide span buildings THE demand...
BriggsAmasco roofing award nominations

BriggsAmasco celebrates trio of Scottish award nominations

THREE projects that benefited from BriggsAmasco's waterproofing expertise have been shortlisted at this year’s NFRC Scottish Roofing Awards. The company is a finalist in the categories...
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Green education doesn’t go to waste

By Janice Tyler, environmental and supply chain manager at BriggsAmasco EACH year, poor design and site management leads to approximately 13% of all solid materials...

Rooflights prove a bright idea for new facility

BRETT Martin Daylight Systems has provided its Energysaver GRP rooflights for a new production facility in Bedfordshire, said to have created a ‘light, energy...
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NFRC hosts Scottish Parliament reception to mark skills progress

MORE than 130 guests attended a Scottish Parliament reception hosted by the NFRC (National Federation of Roofing Contractors) to celebrate the progress being made...
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Aberdeen “hard-to-heat” tower blocks benefit from Steni cladding panels

WORK has drawn to a close on the £3.6million refurbishment with Steni cladding panels of three tower blocks in Aberdeen. Morven and Grampian Courts, and...

Research highlights ‘key’ role that roofing will play in climate battle

NEW research for NFRC (National Federation of Roofing Contractors) has revealed the ‘critical’ role rooftops will play in how we adapt to climate change. The...
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Historic Stirling roofs help to inspire a bright future

TRADESPEOPLE from as far afield as Germany were in attendance at a recent Historic Environment Scotland (HES) event which shone a light on two...

Pro-viding means to help creative architecture win top design prize

ADVOCATES Close in Edinburgh’s Old Town won the much-coveted 2014 RIAS Andrew Doolan Best Building in Scotland Prize. The development combined ‘gutsy contemporary’ additions among...
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Bespoke roof glazing solution helps to light up stunning auditorium

One of the most impressive performing arts centres to be built at a school in the UK features a bespoke roof glazing solution from...
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New Aberdeenshire civic hub pushes the envelope

EJOT UK has collaborated with Scottish distributor Tektum Supplies and roofing and façade contractor Fowler McKenzie to develop a robust fixing specification for the...
Russell Roof Tiles sustainability

Russell Roof Tiles announces ‘significant’ reduction in carbon emissions

RUSSELL Roof Tiles has said it is on track to meet its 2040 net zero target, with its sustainability report showing continued reductions for...

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...

Speeding up installation without losing quality

Allen Coldrake, director at waterproofing system specialist Carlisle Construction Materials, discusses the need to consider installation benefits to deliver faster construction programmes and clarity...