Entries by Lyn

Construction output up, but orders falter

The UK’s construction sector output rose at the fastest pace in five months during October, according to a recent survey results, but new orders and business optimism dropped sharply. The S&P Global/CIPS UK construction purchasing managers’ index rose to 53.2 points in October from 52.3 in September. It continued to pick up from the 26-month […]

ANOTHER GIGAWATT RECORD FOR RENEWABLE ENERGY

The UK’s onshore and offshore wind farms generated more than 20 gigawatts (GW) for the first time, setting a new record, according to National Grid ESO. Renewables trade association RenewableUK reports today that it’s the second wind energy generation record to be set within the space of a week. UK wind generation set the record […]

Envirotile – the lightweight, sustainable roof tile

Envirotile is a revolutionary roof tile system with a unique fixing system which is fully compliant with BS 5534 and it can be installed to a minimum of 12.5° pitch. It is significantly lighter than other tiles making Envirotile extremely suitable for use on modular and timber frame constructions. The lightweight tile aids the build […]

AMBITIOUS PLANS FOR TRANSFORMATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Planning Proposal Submitted for ‘Transformational’ Development Next to Salts Mill World Heritage Site in Saltaire, Shipley  Artisan Real Estate Unveil Ambitious Plans for 289 New Homes – Plus Offices, Cafe and Riverside Park    A spectacular vision to transform a vacant office block on the edge of the Salts Mill World Heritage Site in Saltaire, […]

KEYSTONE LIVE WEBINARS – MORE DATES AND CATCH UP

Keystone Live continues its popular and insightful webinar series holding its third and fourth debates this November. Featuring expert speakers and covering a range of topics and issues, the last two debates will focus on how the industry is tackling climate change and designing with non-combustible materials. Thursday, November 3rd sees the webinar series ask […]

£27 million factory investment underway

Leading building products manufacturer Forterra has reached the first milestone of its £27 million investment in Staffordshire as demolition begins at its Wilnecote factory.  Demolition of the 30 year old factory makes way for a modernised facility, bringing it up to current standards of efficiency and sustainability. UnSug-Forterra-Wilnecote-07102022-3- The interior of Forterra’s Wilnecote factory before […]

‘Minerals Matter’ Future Proofing Quarrying

‘Minerals Matter’ Aims to Future Proof the Quarrying and Mineral Products Industry A consortium of respected industry organisations and employers has taken a key role in leading a major project aimed at raising the profile of the sector and inspiring young people and adults to become the next generation of quarrying and mineral products professionals. […]

From forest to warehouse – how SterlingOSB Zero is made

SterlingOSB Zero, from West Fraser, is the first and only OSB produced in the UK to be free from formaldehyde added during the manufacturing process: hence the ‘Zero’ moniker. It is also one of the most popular panel products employed here, widely used structurally for walls, roofs and applications such as shop-fitting and offsite fabrication. […]