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A glazed expression at station

OVER 1,200m2 of StoVentec Glass cladding has been used as part of the upgrade and refurbishment of Reading Station. Specified by Grimshaw Architects, the glass...

New distillery’s green roof creates a buzz

The 'green' sedum roof at The Cairn Distillery near Grantown on Spey has reportedly become a haven for bees since being installed in April. ...
THE safety of Rockpanel cladding boards has been improved with the launch of products manufactured to the new FS-Xtra grade that complies with European fire classification level A2-s1, d0.

Where’s the fire?

THE safety of Rockpanel cladding boards has been improved with the launch of products manufactured to the new FS-Xtra grade that complies with European...

Keeping the tradition alive

THE Edinburgh Traditional Building Festival will return to the Capital this summer as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. The event celebrates the city’s traditional...
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Glasgow project progressing at rapid speed

MOUNTGRANGE Real Estate Opportunity Fund and M&G Real Estate have confirmed the main structure, including the roof, of its landmark Grade A development in...

Business to provide wellness support to help staff tackle festive challenges

PITCHED roof tile manufacturer Russell Roof Tiles has announced plans to provide mental health support for its 150 staff during the Christmas break. According to...

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...

Kilmarnock roofing specialist strengthens senior management team

KEN Wales has been promoted to the role of divisional director of McConnell's specialist roofing and painting division. He has been with the Kilmarnock-headquartered business...

Manufacturer sees ‘high demand’ for Lothian roof tile

RUSSELL Roof Tiles has announced that the Lothian concrete thinner leading-edge roof tile from the firm's Natural Range, has become one of its most...

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...
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Setting your ‘sites’ on training

Scott Horner of Marley Contract Services looks at how their apprenticeship programmes are helping address the skills shortage in the roofing and cladding sector. THE...

New accreditation for roofing sector announced

THE National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC) has unveiled plans for a new accreditation scheme in a bid to boost skills in the sector. The...

‘Timeless design’ for new luxury Ayrshire homes

A new luxury housing development in south Ayrshire has opted for a natural slate roof to help give a “timeless look” to the properties. Ladywell...
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Roofers report rising workloads but cost pressures mean higher prices for clients

NEW research has revealed the majority of roofing and cladding contractors have increased their tender prices amid 'spiralling' costs of materials, labour and energy. The...

Cube Glass appointed Scottish distributor of Glazing Vision rooflights

CUMBERNAULD-based Cube Glass has been appointed an official distributor in Scotland of Glazing Vision rooflights. Glazing Vision designs and manufactures architectural glass rooflights for customers...

Clark Contracts completes external refurbishment of University of Strathclyde’s Curran Building

CLARK Contracts has completed a £2.3 million external refurbishment of the University of Strathclyde’s Curran Building. The facility, which is home to the university’s Andersonian...

Roof tile manufacturer confirms major equipment investment

ROOF tile manufacturer Russell Roof Tiles (RRT) has announced a further £250,000 investment in equipment. The move follows the unveiling of a £2 million...

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...

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...

New build Gleneagles home is a work of art

A new build three-storey home in Gleneagles specified Cupa Pizarras’ thick Heavy 3 natural slate across its 680 square metre roof. The roof features a...