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Intumescent glazing seals

Wednesday, 9th August 2017

Mann McGowan manufactures a comprehensive range of glazing seals for fire resistance for timber and steel systems. In the event of a fire, the intumescent swells to form a seal within the glazing pocket and also reduces the risk of premature... View Article

Pilkington Planar™ entices readers to one of USA’s busiest libraries

Wednesday, 9th August 2017

Project: Elmhurst Public Library, Queens, New York Client: The Queens Library Network Architect: Marpillero Pollak Glazing installer: W&W Glass, LLC Main contractor: Stalco Construction The fundamental role of glass in the built environment is to allow light into spaces while keeping the elements out. But it... View Article

Nothing typifies being British like adapting to unpredictable summer weather, but thanks in part to the expertise of Barnshaws Section Benders Ltd, those who travelled to Wimbledon Centre Court this month didn’t have too much to worry about. The stadium features a fully retractable 1,000 tonne roof, which allows tennis fans to enjoy the spectacle of world class sport in any summer weather condition. Barnshaws utilised its experience to supply high quality curved steel sections to the project, which ensured that play can go on during the prestigious Wimbledon event.

Wimbledon Centre Court adapts to unpredictable weather thanks to fully retractable steel roof

Thursday, 20th July 2017

Nothing typifies being British like adapting to unpredictable summer weather, but thanks in part to the expertise of Barnshaws Section Benders Ltd, those who travelled to Wimbledon Centre Court this month didn’t have too much to worry about. The stadium... View Article

The headquarters of the BNL-BNP Paribas Group building is a stunning example of how to successfully combine innovative architectural design with optimum comfort and wellbeing for the building’s occupants. The project also stands out for its high level of commitment to environmental sustainability, which will see it certified as class A and LEED Gold, with reduced energy consumption compared to traditional buildings.

HQ in Rome shows how solar control glass can give architects freedom to play with colours and reflections

Thursday, 20th July 2017

The headquarters of the BNL-BNP Paribas Group building is a stunning example of how to successfully combine innovative architectural design with optimum comfort and wellbeing for the building’s occupants. The project also stands out for its high level of commitment... View Article

Azul Imperial Natural Quartzite from Gerald Culliford Ltd.

Introducing Gerald Culliford: fine quality stone specialists

Thursday, 20th July 2017

A long established name in the stone business, Gerald Culliford Ltd has earned its reputation for nearly 50 years as a leading stone wholesaler of the finest quality natural and manmade materials. From natural stones such as granite and marble... View Article

AGC Glass Europe is innovating with a new solar control product: Stopray SilverFlex. This highly reflective solar control glass offers architects and developers the perfect solution in terms of reflection, transparency, solar control and aesthetics.

New high-tech glass for visionary architecture

Monday, 17th July 2017

AGC Glass Europe is innovating with a new solar control product: Stopray SilverFlex. This highly reflective solar control glass offers architects and developers the perfect solution in terms of reflection, transparency, solar control and aesthetics. Two major benefits in one... View Article

McMullen Facades, part of the Lakesmere Group, has been awarded a multimillion pound contract by Canary Wharf Contractors Limited to deliver a bespoke unitised façade system to a new landmark 42-storey residential development, 10 Park Drive, designed by Stanton Williams Architects and will be delivered by John Robertson Architects

McMullen Facades to deliver a bespoke unitised system for landmark residential development

Friday, 14th July 2017

McMullen Facades, part of the Lakesmere Group, has been awarded a multimillion pound contract by Canary Wharf Contractors Limited to deliver a bespoke unitised façade system to a new landmark 42-storey residential development, 10 Park Drive, which forms part of... View Article

Olympic swimmer Ross Davenport (second from right) joins Howarth Timber staff at Derby branch relaunch

Howarth Timber continues investment programme with branch relaunches

Friday, 14th July 2017

Howarth Timber and Building Supplies is continuing its programme of investment with a new, larger store in Tottenham and a full refurbishment at its Derby branch. Howarth Timber and Building Supplies is hosting a three-day event in celebration of its... View Article

World Architecture Festival 2016 finalist includes distinctive copper ‘wings’

Thursday, 13th July 2017

A World Architecture Festival Finalist in 2016, this apartment building designed by SJB, in a prominent Sydney location is defined by its restrained palette of quality materials, including Nordic Copper from Aurubis. Commanding expansive views over Sydney Harbour, 10 Wylde... View Article

NPT Homes is one the largest social landlords in Wales, providing adequate and affordable housing to those most in need or struggling with housing costs. For the construction of NPT Homes’ new headquarters, Darnton B3 architects specified AluK aluminium building systems including curtain walling, door and window profiles.

Darnton B3 Architects specifies AluK for NPT Homes HQ in Port Talbot

Thursday, 13th July 2017

NPT Homes is one the largest social landlords in Wales, providing adequate and affordable housing to those most in need or struggling with housing costs. For the construction of NPT Homes’ new headquarters, Darnton B3 architects specified AluK aluminium building... View Article

Holiday home achieves stunning coastal views thanks to slim framed glazing

Thursday, 13th July 2017

The requirements of this project in Cornwall were to provide a holiday home of the highest quality that reflected its prime location. IQ Glass installed minimal windows sliding glass doors as well as a pivot door and fixed glazing onto... View Article

The restoration and conversion of Oceanic House, an Edwardian building in Trafalgar Square, comprises 6 lateral apartments and one duplex penthouse on the top two floors. These two, three and four bedroom apartments are immaculately finished to the highest standard, including Hakwood herringbone flooring.

Herringbone wood flooring helps give a new life for Oceanic House

Wednesday, 12th July 2017

The restoration and conversion of Oceanic House, an Edwardian building in Trafalgar Square, comprises 6 lateral apartments and one duplex penthouse on the top two floors. These two, three and four bedroom apartments are immaculately finished to the highest standard, including Hakwood... View Article

With increasing demand for 60mm curtain wall systems, architectural aluminium systems specialist Sapa has launched the Technal MY Curtain Walling System. Offering real architectural versatility, this new facade range will allow architects, specifiers and fabricators to create curtain walls with larger glass spans than ever before – achieving a glazed surface area of up to 12m2.

Achieve greater architectural versatility in glass with new curtain walling system

Wednesday, 12th July 2017

With increasing demand for 60mm curtain wall systems, architectural aluminium systems specialist Sapa has launched the Technal MY Curtain Walling System. Offering real architectural versatility, this new facade range will allow architects, specifiers and fabricators to create curtain walls with... View Article

HMG Paints has partnered with Applied Graphene Materials (AGM) to develop and commercialise Graphene containing coatings

HMG Paints begin graphene coatings tests

Wednesday, 12th July 2017

HMG Paints has partnered with Applied Graphene Materials (AGM) to develop and commercialise Graphene containing coatings for a variety of industries. Graphene, discovered at The University of Manchester in 2004, is primed to revolutionise the materials world, and the two... View Article

Proteus HR cladding in TECU Brass and TECU Bronze materials have created a striking, expressive façade at Bristol Grammar School’s new 1532 Performing Arts Centre.

Brass and bronze create a striking facade at Bristol Grammar Arts Centre

Wednesday, 12th July 2017

Proteus HR cladding in TECU Brass and TECU Bronze materials have created a striking, expressive façade at Bristol Grammar School’s new 1532 Performing Arts Centre. The Proteus HR TECU Brass and TECU Bronze materials were used for the external envelope... View Article

Sto brings Viennese landmark to life with a stunning glass façade

Tuesday, 11th July 2017

The completion of a major apartment block refurbishment project in Austria has shone the spotlight on the tremendous range of design possibilities offered by the StoVentec Glass system. The project architects used StoVentec glass panels to create an unusual and... View Article

Kalwall® sheds light on education

Monday, 10th July 2017

Kalwall® translucent cladding has been extensively used for the impressive refurbishment of the main teaching block at Featherstone High School in Southall, Middlesex. The original 1958 concrete framed building was failing due to decay and ingress of water and needed... View Article

Armstrong Ceiling Solutions launches SonoPerf D® - a unique embossed metal tile

Unique embossed metal tile specially-designed to combine acoustics with aesthetics

Monday, 10th July 2017

A unique metal tile has been launched by Armstrong Ceiling Solutions to meet the requirement for acoustics which do not come at the expense of aesthetics. SonoPerf D® (D for design) combines specially-designed ultra-discreet embossing for optimal acoustics with a monolithic visual.... View Article

Eco-friendly wooden wall panels prove to be a popular addition to V4 product portfolio

Eco-friendly wooden wall panels proving popular

Friday, 7th July 2017

The trend for style-conscious home owners to want to create stunning interiors using eco-friendly products is proving a growth area for V4 Woodflooring. The company’s Panneau Collection is made from reclaimed and recycled timber, including wood sourced from doors, window frames and even boats.... View Article

Boost to steel industry as Welsh Government backing gives birth to new steel cold rolling mill

Friday, 7th July 2017

A new £1 million steel facility which will create 28 jobs in South Wales is now fully operational. Caledan – a cold steel rolling mill supplying steel frame sections to the construction industry – is backed by £134,000 of Welsh Government... View Article