Entries by Lyn

KAZ FOR PRESIDENT

GEZE UK MD Kaz Spiewakowski looks to focus on education and further developing relationships with RIBA and overseas members as well as ensure value for members as he takes over the two-year presidency of the Guild of Architectural Ironmongers (GAI). Kaz has already held the vice president role for the last two years working closely […]

Taking Steps Towards More Sustainable Production

Fassa Bortolo take steps towards more sustainable production   Leading Italian render manufacturer, Fassa Bortolo, has made significant changes to its product packaging as part of its ongoing efforts to operate more sustainably. In order to continue evolving and improving its services, the coming months will see Fassa’s Colour System packaging transition to a new […]

NATURAL SLATE SOLUTION FOR ALDI

ALDI ENHANCES TRADEMARK GREY WITH A NATURAL SLATE SOLUTION   CUPA PIZARRAS’ CUPACLAD® 101 Logic was specified as part of the construction of a new Aldi store in Truro, Cornwall. The natural slate cladding product was chosen for an aesthetic that was entirely in-keeping with the surrounding Cornish town, as well as its impressive fire-resistant […]

AI: Reshaping Construction

By Richard Steer, chairman of Gleeds Worldwide and Special Honorary Fellow of the CIOB On balance, AI seems likely to do what technology has always done: reshape work and remove the need for some occupations while creating many more and raising productivity. Never has an advancement in computing power been discussed by so many, in […]

THREE YEAR CONTRACT FOR MIDDLESBROUGH FIRM

A Middlesbrough-based construction firm has won a three-year contract to support development in the South Bank area of the Teesside Freeport. Applebridge Construction landed the reactive maintenance framework contract from South Tees Development Corporation. Included in the framework is maintenance to existing infrastructure, as well as planned works for the upkeep of the existing buildings. […]

Worlds Largest Windfarm

Jack-up vessel, Voltaire, will install 277 wind turbines across the three phases of the Dogger Bank Wind FarmThe UK’s ambitions for renewable energy take a significant stride forward as the largest jack-up vessel in the world, Voltaire, reaches the country’s shores. Voltaire, built by the Jan De Nul Group, will undertake its inaugural assignment – […]

Creating a sustainable future

As the world grapples with the challenges of climate change and resource depletion, the concept of an environmentally friendly built environment has gained significant importance. Designing and constructing spaces that minimise their ecological footprint is essential for creating a sustainable future. Buildingspecifier Editor Joe Bradbury explores what an entirely environmentally friendly built environment might look […]

Saniflo exhibits at Installer Show 2023

From 27-29 June, Saniflo – a leading designer and manufacturer of pumps, macerators and lifting stations – will exhibit at the Installer Show at the NEC in Birmingham in Hall 5, stand B100. The decision to exhibit at this year’s Installer Show is thanks to the success of last year’s show. This year, customers and […]

Schlüter-Systems – Installer show preview

Stand H20 Birmingham NEC – 27-29 June 2023 At this year’s Installer Show, Schlüter-Systems will be focusing on their impressive range of underfloor heating solutions which comprise both electric and hydronic (water-fed) systems.  The new DITRA-HEAT-PS is a peel and stick version of the company’s established electric system. The membrane enables simple, clean and quick […]