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...
High-rising star is reborn in Glasgow
ONE of Glasgow’s first high-rise buildings has been given a new lease of life under a £27.5m conversion scheme.
In a project led by Ryder...
Modern materials don’t fall flat at new Glasgow development
A much-lauded regeneration project in Glasgow is benefiting from technologically-advanced materials to deliver modern performance as well as design.
At the heart of the plans...
Don’t overlook the roof space when mitigating moisture build-up
ROOFING component manufacturer Klober is calling on housing providers to specify effective roof ventilation in order to reduce the risk of mould.
The firm explained...
NFRC issues final extension to Roofing Awards submissions deadline
THE NFRC (National Federation of Roofing Contractors) has announced a final extension to the deadline for nominations for the Roofing Awards 2025, following an...
Roof tile manufacturer launches first underlay range
ROOF tile manufacturer Russell Roof Tiles has launched its first underlay range, RussFast Underlay.
The first two products in the range have been designed for...
New MD appointed at BriggsAmasco
TONY Lawther has been promoted to the role of MD at roofing specialist BriggsAmasco. He succeeds Dave Maginnis, who has become chairman.
Tony joined BriggsAmasco...
Milestone marked in £4.2m refurbishment of A-listed Glasgow building
CLARK Contracts has completed the installation of roof lights at the 1889 hall at The Briggait Clydeside Market Hall in Glasgow.
The work comes as...
Reduced on and off-site carbon footprints are key to improved building sustainability
With more high-profile developers announcing their ambition to increase the number of net zero carbon projects in their building portfolio, Janice Johnson, sustainability manager...
Ochil follows the curve in captivating Tiree project
OVER the last three years, Denny-based Ochil Timber has been part of an intriguing architectural project on the island of Tiree, which has seen...
Roofing contractor delivers waterproof solutions to landmark Edinburgh development
ROOFING specialist BriggsAmasco has detailed its work to ensure long-term waterproof protection for the £1 billion residential-retail project at St James Quarter in Edinburgh...
Procast secures West Lothian roof and render contract
STRATHAVEN-based Procast has landed a £1.2 million contract to provide roofing and rendering services for West Lothian Council.
The deal, awarded under a three-year Trades...
‘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...
Apprentice of the Year winner hailed for ‘outstanding’ attitude to learning
A 19-year-old apprentice from Inverness has been named Apprentice of the Year at Dundee and Angus College.
Lewis Scobbie, who works for Macleod Roofing whilst completing...
Innovation was the name of the game at RCI Show 2019
MANY of the biggest names in the roofing, cladding and insulation sectors made their way to Coventry’s Ricoh Arena in late March for 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...
Edinburgh shopping centre boosts green credentials with solar panel investment
CAMERON Toll in Edinburgh has boosted its sustainability credentials after opting to install 330 solar panels on the roof of the complex.
The move has...
Forstering new talent
ANGUS-based roofing and solar PV contractor Forster Group is doing its part to combat the skills shortage in the construction sector by creating its...
Roofing and cladding contractors report rising workloads, but challenges persist
NEW research has found that workloads and enquiries grew in the final quarter of 2022 for UK roofing and cladding contractors.
The findings were revealed...
Artist turns his life upside down
ARTIST Alex Chinneck’s project “Miner on the Moon” is an upside down house in London.
Norbord’s Sterling OSB proved invaluable to Alex, a fan...
