Beautiful VMZINC roofs and facades with incredible durability

VMZINC has been used as a material for roofing, facades and rainwater systems throughout the world since 1837.  This has allowed VMZINC to prove not only its aesthetics but also its durability credentials. Whilst BRE EPDS state that a service life of 100 years should be expected... View Article

Leisure sector column casings from Encasement

The leisure sector is a long-standing user of decorative column casings from Encasement and as these buildings usually need to deal with large volumes of people in foyers, reception areas, café bars and fitness suites, column casings must be highly... View Article

Exciting times ahead for the Proctor Group

We are delighted to announce that a new Commercial Director has joined the Proctor Group on the 13th April 2026, marking another important step in the company’s continued growth across the construction and building materials sectors. Barbara Massie brings a... View Article

Visit the SFA Saniflo and Kinedo stand at the NEC

There’s no doubt that for many brands in the plumbing, bathroom and kitchen sectors, the Installer Show has been one of the key events of the past few years. And that is certainly the case for Saniflo. With 40,000 plus... View Article

Supporting Developers to Deliver Biodiversity Net Gain

It has now been over two years since Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) became mandatory in England, and Meadfleet continues to work closely with housing developers to support the successful delivery and long-term management of on-site habitats. Meadfleet’s specialist Ecology Team... View Article

Community Hub Benefits from TORMAX Energy Saving Automatic Door

Recently redeveloped, the Sutton Life Centre is a vibrant community and education hub in South London, offering a blend of learning, leisure, and civic facilities. TORMAX was contracted to work with façade specialist Sealtite Windows, alongside main contractor Thomas Sinden,... View Article

Making a pitch for cold roof systems

Paul Lambert at Hambleside Danelaw explains why ventilation measures are critical for cold pitched roof systems, in the context of warmer interiors.  In 2018, the World Health Organisation (WHO) provided guidelines that strongly recommended homes in temperate or colder climates... View Article

Where knowledge meets delivery

12-14 May Excel, London  Futurebuild’s acclaimed Knowledge Programme is now live as we enter the lead-up to the 2026 event at Excel, London on 12-14 May.  While the main conference arena, sponsored by Mitsubishi Electric, tackles ‘the 3Rs’ of resilience,... View Article

A positive angle on net zero

Sustainable housebuilder Greencore Homes’ latest development – The Canopies in Oxfordshire – sets the bar high for industry peers, providing a carbon-positive collection of homes that align with Passivhaus performance levels to go ‘better than net zero.’ Roseanne Field reports.... View Article