Prefab solution for Brechin campus
THE new £26 million Brechin Community Campus has benefited from “unique” advanced roofing techniques, according to membrane manufacturer Protan.
The three-level facility, designed and built...
CPD explores roof windows performance
KEYLITE Roof Windows is offering a new CPD webinar entitled ‘Addressing Thermal Performance in Roof Windows’.
Available to book every Tuesday and Thursday until the...
‘Safe in the sun’ message getting through to outdoor construction workers
NEW research has found that campaigns to increase awareness about the dangers of outdoor working in the summer months are helping to get the...
New slates for Auldhouse
SOUTH Lanarkshire Council has specified Hardrow Slates from Forticrete for the £3 million refurbishment of Auldhouse Primary School in East Kilbride.
Part of South Lanarkshire Council’s...
Marley takes a lead to put BIM on the slate map
Marley Eternit has launched a BIM (building information modelling) service for fibre cement slates.
Called BIM Space and available through its web site, the service...
Fluidity and flexibility are key to Lakesmere growth
Project Scotland speaks to David Gray, managing director – northern regions, Lakesmere Group, as the Group’s turnover gets set to exceed £100 million
Q) How...
New careers service launches to tackle ‘chronic’ shortages in roofing and cladding sector
THE National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC) has announced the launch of a new careers service to help tackle 'chronic' skill shortages in the...
Promise of certainty… guarantee or not?
By Mark Parsons, technical director at Russell Roof Tiles
IT’S not only the ever-changing weather that’s a challenge to modern roofing - the mix and...
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...
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...
Old Plean Roofing wins contract to help bring Bannockburn House back to life
OLD Plean Roofing has been contracted to restore the roof of Stirling's historic Bannockburn House as part of a long-term project to bring the...
Macleod Roofing strengthens commitment to Armed Forces community
MACLEOD Roofing has reinforced its commitment to supporting the Armed Forces community through the formal signing of the Armed Forces Covenant.
On November 18, Ray Watt, defence...
Online hubs offer insulation advice
ROCKWOOL has created a series of technical resource hubs to help specifiers access information and advice on specialist insulation solutions.
The online hubs comprise passive...
Roof tile manufacturer announces net zero commitment
PITCHED roof tile manufacturer Russell Roof Tiles has unveiled its plans to become a net zero business by 2040.
The Lochmaben-based firm revealed its major...
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...
Roofing firm announces “vital” factory investment
DUMFRIES and Galloway-based pitched roofing manufacturer Russell Roof Tiles has announced it is to make a half a million pound investment in its factory.
The...
Revamped hospital site roof is in excellent health
With buildable land at a premium, derelict public spaces are ripe for regeneration as contemporary housing developments. Westburn Gardens in the centre of Aberdeen...
Pitched roofing manufacturer highlights merchant growth
PITCHED roofing specialist Russell Roof Tiles has revealed the business is experiencing a 15% rise in customer growth in the builders’ merchants sector.
This includes new...
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...
Deadline extended for Scottish Roofing Awards 2025
THE deadline to enter the NFRC Scottish Roofing Awards 2025 has been extended.
NFRC members now have until 5pm on 10 September to submit their...
