Tag Archives: Construction

Ibstock has invested over £12 million into its Aldridge factory, which it said will improve its energy efficiency and quality at the site. As part of its investment, it has also upgraded its legacy technology in the facility. This includes installing brand-new dryers, which now include screen-controlled moisture monitoring – …

Over 15,000 interactions were made between the 280 exhibitors and 1,080 visitors at the NMBS Exhibition, which is the highest number in the exhibition’s history. Last year’s event saw similar numbers of visitors through the Coventry Building Society Arena doors, but these increased interaction figures show the continued importance that …

Travis Perkins is celebrating its 20th consecutive year of certification of the timber chain of custody; it has also recently joined Timber Development UK (TDUK). The merchant stated that as one of the biggest providers of timber for building and construction projects in the country, the business prides itself on ensuring …

Leyland is hosting its special day for tradespeople at its Edgware Road store; where it will offer discounts and demonstrations of its products, at Edgware Road store on April 24. It will also offer free tea and coffee for visitors, as well as the opportunity to win prizes and pick …

The Resapol Foundation has announced it has donated £1,000 to the Band of Builders; the Foundation was set up with the aim of support individuals, charities, organisations and communities throughout the UK, aiming to make a lasting and positive difference to people’s lives. Band of Builders was born in 2016 …

Arctic Hayes has announced its participation in the forthcoming InstallerSHOW 2024, where it will showcase its innovative solutions for the plumbing and heating industry. One of the stand highlights will be the live demonstrations of the Pipe Freeze Kits. Its sessions will allow attendees to see first-hand the simplicity and …

Beesley & Fildes has strengthened its partnership with specialist manufacturer VPI to expand its render offer across the North West. To support its expansion across the North West, Beesley & Fildes has also appointed Jack Rouse as its first render sales development manager and invested in new tinting machinery in …

The LBS Group has announced its acquisition of Denman & Sons, a building materials supplier in Caerphilly. Established in 1986, Denman & Sons has historically traded from two branches, servicing Caerphilly, Blackwood, Newport and Cardiff. In April 2024, LBS takes over the Pengam branch and is delighted to retain all …

Russell Roof Tiles is planning to raise money to help buy a new school bus for the Footprints Family charity, as well as heading to Kenya this summer to offer practical skills and support. Established in 2008, The Footprints Family provide food, clothing, shelter and healthcare to vulnerable children and …

The latest figures from the Timber Development UK has shown that timber import volumes started 2024 around 6% lower than in January 2023 – down by around 45,000m3. It stated that this reduction was made up of very different levels of performance in the first month of the year. Softwood, …