Local knowledge holds the key to MacLeod Construction longevity
LOCHGILPHEAD-based timber frame pioneer MacLeod Construction is celebrating 50 years in business this year.
Founded by twin brothers Murdo and Kenny MacLeod in 1975 as...
Scotframe build system secures NHBC Accepts assurance mark
SCOTFRAME has revealed it has become one of the first timber frame specialists in the UK to secure the NHBC Accepts mark for its Valutherm...
Cladding essentials: top ten tips for getting it right
Knowing which wood is best for cladding and how to install it, is quite an art if the cladding is to perform and last. ...
First timber kits delivered to Dalgety Bay regeneration project
MUIR Timber Systems has announced delivery of the first timber kits to a 37-property development in Dalgety Bay, Fife, marking a milestone for the...
‘Affordable and desirable’ zero carbon home to be showcased in Glasgow
A zero carbon home which demonstrates how 'affordable and desirable' properties can help tackle environmental challenges will open its doors to the public in...
Muir awarded timber supply and erect package for Port Edgar site
MUIR Timber Systems has secured a contract to deliver a timber kit supply and erect package for LAR Housing Trust’s latest affordable housing project...
Cowal grown timber used for Forestry and Land Scotland extension
SITKA spruce grown for commercial timber production on the Cowal peninsula has come full circle, returning as the material for Forestry and Land Scotland’s...
Springfield Timber Kit Systems agrees £1m deal with Campion Homes
SPRINGFIELD Timber Kit Systems has agreed a £1 million deal with Campion Homes for the supply of timber frames.
The contract will see the production...
Bancon Group reports ‘marked improvement’ in margins despite pandemic challenges
BANCON Group has announced a 'robust' set of trading results despite the Covid-19 pandemic challenges.
The Aberdeenshire housebuilder and construction business reported a 'marked improvement'...
Product takes safety to the MAX
MEDITE SMARTPLY has launched SMARTPLY MAX FR B, described by the firm as the first Euroclass B board—the maximum Euroclass rating for a timber...
Caley Timber and Building Supplies adopts employee ownership model
A Highland timber and building supplies business has secured the future of 24 jobs with a switch to employee ownership.
Caley Timber and Building Supplies...
Norbord to invest £95m in Highland mill
CANADIAN wood-based panel products firm Norbord has confirmed it is to invest £95 million in its oriented strand board (OSB) plant near Inverness.
The company...
Panel products specialist shows commitment to waste reduction
WOOD-based panel products specialist West Fraser (trading as Norbord), has outlined its dedication to recovering as much value as possible from the resources used.
At...
Timber engineering manufacturer opens tenth UK site
DONALDSON Timber Engineering Ltd (DTE) has opened its tenth branch in the UK.
The new site in Exeter in the south west of England will...
Harnessing the power of natural insulation
Andy Cook, technical specification advisor at Ecological Building Systems, explains why natural insulation is the perfect complement to timber frame construction
TIMBER frame has, for...
Pilot project promotes greater use of home-grown timber in Scottish construction industry
A pilot project involving Scottish timber has been tipped to play a key role in reducing the construction industry's carbon footprint.
A consortium comprising of...
New workshops explore offsite affordable home benefits
THE first of a series of workshops aimed at to exploring ways to increase offsite construction of affordable homes in Scotland was launched recently.
The...
Panel manufacturer backs Cowie community care efforts
PANEL manufacturer Norbord has made a monetary donation to help support the Cowie Rural Action Group, who have been providing food and essential supplies...
New centre is perfect medicine for Gullane
GRAHAM Construction has completed work on the new £2.9million Day Centre and Medical Practice at Hamilton Road, Gullane.
The purpose built facility includes a...
Scotframe creates new role to support growth in English market
Scotframe has appointed Andy Lewis to the newly created role of business development manager for central England
