The Hidden Subtleties of U-Value Calculations
Calculating prospective U-Values is a routine part of the building design process, so routine that you could be forgiven for not giving all that much thought to the intricacies of each and every calculation.
Class 1 Magply Boards Withstand Real-life Fire Test on Surrey Home
A potentially catastrophic blaze, which consumed the garage containing a parked vehicle adjoining a £1M house in rural Surrey, was stopped in its tracks thanks to the use of 12mm A1 non combustible Magply being chosen as the render substrate board on the contract.
Knauf Insulation Releases Updated Part L Guide for Architects and Housebuilders
The updated Part L (Conservation of fuel and power) Building Regulations for England came into full force this June and there’s a lot for the housebuilding industry to adapt to.
SwiftConnect and HID Collaborate with British Land to Bring Connected Access Experiences to a Trophy Building in London via Digital Wallet Solution
Harnessing digital automation technology to transform people's experiences in its commercial buildings, British Land Company PLC (“British Land”), one of Europe’s largest listed real estate investment companies, has deployed connected access at its Broadgate, 100 Liverpool Street office building in London.
Cutting Edge Investment at Crittall Windows
Crittall has become the only steel window manufacturer with fully integrated business management, order processing &fabrication systems following the completion of a project to introduce state-of-the-art software & machinery.
CCF and Knauf Insulation Unite to Guide Housebuilders Through Part L and Beyond
Showing a strong commitment to both sustainability and supply chain collaboration, leading insulation, drywall and ceiling product distributor CCF has joined forces with Knauf Insulation to identify some of the most common issues surrounding meeting Part L and achieving lower U-values to understand how best to support customers through changing regulations.
VORTICE Announces Complete Service Solution For Landlords To Help Tackle Mould & Condensation Issues
Written Quote Service for Online Carpet and Flooring Specifiers
Flooring Hut is pleased to announce the launch of our updated carpet and flooring written quote service, aimed at delivering clarity, transparency, and professionalism to our valued customers. This service is designed to offer a multitude of benefits for businesses and consumers alike.
Rising to the Challenge of Making an Historic Building Future-proof
A “once in a generation” opportunity to reconceive the concept of a museum is entering a new phase of realisation with the completion of crucial enabling works, supported by leading air movement specialist Gilberts.
Offset Water Evacuation? A Designers Options
With common openings in external cavity walls supported by lintels of metal, concrete, stone or timber, the opportunity exists to offset the evacuation of penetrating rain so discharge is not in the vicinity of the opening.
