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17th February 2012

The latest information and innovations for the design, specification, and construction of civic and public buildings and spaces.

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CBI COMMENTS ON PLANNED COST SAVINGS IN PUBLIC SECTOR CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS
The CBI has commented on new data published by the government, showing progress towards its target of saving up to 20 per cent on construction projects over the next three years. Rhian Kelly, CBI director of business environment and construction, said: "Construction will be a vital part of building the UK’s economic recovery." Read More... Request More Information Website
ARGOS FIRE CHOOSE DETECTOMAT'S SRC 3000 FOR BEST VALUE

Construction site fires are a topical issue with a number of instances of significant fire damage to buildings in the process of construction. The issue is receiving serious attention from Insurance providers looking for a cost-effective solution. Argos Fire is offering one in the Detectomat SRC3000 wireless detect system. The SRC3000 system is wire-free with a 100M LOS range and comprises of a Fire Warning panel and a comprehensive range of wireless linked battery powered field devices. Read More... Request More Information Website

MHA LIGHTING LIGHTS UP NEWCASTLE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT CAR PARK WITH AWARD WINNING LEDS

Award winning LED specialist MHA Lighting has saved Newcastle International Airport 70 per cent on its car park lighting costs. The forward-thinking firm triumphed over other national lighting firms to transform the lighting in the airport’s busy car parks with 370 Perimeter Lights (PL). Greater Manchester-based MHA Lighting created a powerful solution to replace 150 watt SON fittings (170 watt with ballast) with their PL40 fitting - which is just 45 watts inclusive of ballast. Read More... Request More Information Website

TESTO UPDATES YOU WITH CURRENT REGULATIONS AFFECTING ALL VAC ENGINEERS

Part F of the Building Regulations 2010 seeks to improve the quality of ventilation installation. Enforcement of the regulation is tightening up so don’t take the risk; invest in equipment from a company that can offer great quality products at affordable prices. Testo have a fantastic offer running until the end of May… Buy a Testo 417 F-Reg Kit with 15 per cent off and also get the first years UKAS calibration with 15 per cent discount - an overall saving of over £100! Read More... Request More Information Website

GET UP-TO-SPEED WITH WOOD HEATING
Euroheat is helping architects and specifiers understand the nuances of wood heating by providing free training at its exhibition centre in Bishops Frome, Worcestershire. Candidates can choose from one of two half day sessions, from 10am - 3pm, on either the 10th or 12th of April. The course, which contributes towards unstructured CPD points, will provide an overview of the different types of wood heating available, from state-of-the-art stoves, to large biomass boilers. Read More... Request More Information Website Book Now

CLIMB ABOARD - PRESSALIT CARE BRINGS NAPPY CHANGING UP IN THE WORLD
The height adjustable Nursing Table from Pressalit Care brings nappy changing up in the world. Thanks to its electric hand control, the low-start Nursing Table makes washing, dressing and changing young children safe and convenient for parents and carers, allowing them to choose a work position to suit their own height, and with its low start position can be raised smoothly to maximum height of 1m, alleviating the need for lifting an older or heavier child. Read More... Request More Information Website

DOUBLE DIGIT GROWTH FOR VORTICE
Despite a tough few years for the building industry, Burton-on-Trent based Vortice Ltd, which supplies energy efficient ventilation systems for the domestic, commercial and industrial market, has produced double digit growth figures for 2011. This comes hot on the heels of reasonable single digit growth for 2009 and 2010. Vortice has increased its energy efficient lines for system 3 and system 4 products, with particular effort spent in driving down costs and increasing efficiency in its heat recovery systems. Read More... Request More Information Website

THE GREENEST ENERGY IS THE ENERGY YOU DO NOT USE

Plugwise, from Intrepid Security Solutions, is not just a system to monitor and switch off appliances. It is a comprehensive, efficient and simple to use system, to reduce energy consumption and therefore save you money, across your business. By centralising the control of all your energy usage, Plugwise allows you to make the best choices to reduce your energy consumption by up to 50 per cent. Plugwise components operate wirelessly and can be easily retro-fitted and installed without any interruption to your business. Read More... Request More Information Website Brochure

MARMOX - SOUND INSULATION

Insulated construction boards manufacturer Marmox is launching a new impact sound insulated version of the popular Marmox board. Coated on one side with a rubber sheet the Marmox Sound reduction boards are used to insulate and waterproof bathrooms and wetrooms as well as enhance the efficiency of underfloor heating. The boards are ready to receive a surface finish of tiles, are lightweight, easy to use and can be easily cut to size. Read More... Request More Information Website

RONACRETE ECO TREE PIT - NEW PRODUCT FROM RONACRETE

Ronacrete has introduced a new product to its range of resin paving products. Ronacrete Eco Tree Pit is not only helpful to the environment by facilitating the planting of trees in urban areas but has other sustainable features - a truly ‘green’ product. Ronacrete Eco Tree Pit has a concentrated formulation - reducing packaging, emissions and transportation costs. Ronacrete Eco Tree Pit is SuDS compliant, its high porosity allowing the tree to feed and remain healthy. Read More... Request More Information Website

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