Roofing firms urged to maximise daylight during winter
ROOF systems manufacturer Marley is reminding roofers of the importance of adjusting their work to make the most of limited daylight hours during winter.
In...
Work complete on revamp of Lanark Railway Station
THE roof and canopy of Lanark Railway Station has been revamped in a project which will extend the lifespan of each element by up...
TN International acquires bitumen roofing specialist in multi-million pound deal
TN International (TNi), owner of Scottish insulation manufacturer Superglass, has acquired bitumen roofing manufacturer Chesterfelt in a multi-million pound deal.
The deal has been described...
Flashings for luxury cabins
FAKRO has supplied 31 FTP-V centre pivot and FPP-V top hung and pivot roof windows with bespoke flashings for luxury, self-catering log cabins at...
Roof tile manufacturer takes fundraising efforts to new heights
A seven-strong team from Russell Roof Tiles recently embarked on a 10,000 ft tandem charity skydive.
The manufacturer is raising money this year as part...
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...
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...
Roof tile manufacturer launches woodland initiative for long-serving staff
RUSSELL Roof Tiles has launched a new Long Service Programme, which will give long-serving employees managed woodland from The Woodland Trust.
The initiative is designed...
Glidevale Protect highlights importance of choice whilst achieving compliance
FOLLOWING updates to the NHBC standards, building products manufacturer Glidevale Protect has revealed it is supporting housebuilders, developers, architects and contractors with technical information...
Glidevale Protect publishes roof space ventilation technical guidance
Glidevale Protect has released two visual technical guides to help specifiers and roofing contractors determine the correct roof space ventilation requirements depending on the type of pitched roofing underlay used, for both permeable and impermeable roof coverings.
Transport projects show Kalzip is streets ahead
Kalzip’s aluminium standing seam system has been used to great effect in two new bus stations in the English Midlands.
The first, at Stoke-on-Trent,...
MSP continues campaign to highlight importance of construction skills
A Lothian MSP has visited a Compass Roofing project to learn more about roofing apprenticeships and the challenges faced by both employees and apprentices.
Sue...
Roof tile manufacturer pitches in to help local charity
THE Lochmaben team at roof tile manufacturer Russell Roof Tiles is supporting a local children’s charity this festive season.
The company is donating £500 to...
Roof tile manufacturer’s charity golf day goes with a swing
ROOF tile manufacturer Russell Roof Tiles (RRT) has hailed the success of the company's recent charity golf day, which raised funds for its Give4Good...
Welsh Slate chosen for Glasgow hospice
WELSH Slate was specified for the new £21 million Prince and Princess of Wales Hospice in Glasgow’s Bellahouston Park.
The building features Welsh Slate’s Penrhyn...
Entries now open for Scottish Roofing Awards 2024
ENTRIES are now being sought for the Scottish Roofing Awards 2024.
The event will return to the Grand Central Hotel, Glasgow on 25 October, with...
Roof tile manufacturer confirms major upgrade to Lochmaben base
PITCHED roof tile manufacturer Russell Roof Tiles is investing £750,000 on a new ridge tile plant at the firm’s Scottish site, located in Lochmaben,...
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...
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...
‘Complex’ roofing system at Edinburgh student site earns award recognition
CARLISLE Construction Materials has expressed its delight after project partner Site Group won the Green Roofing category at the 2025 NFRC Scottish Roofing Awards.
The...
