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Flat roofing system ensures roofs stay in place during windy weather
On May 23, 2014 by adminProtan’s new flat roofing system is designed to ensure that roofs stay in place in windy conditions, offering a tear resistance of ≥ 210N due to its durable Protan SE membrane. The vaccum system uses natural air movement to provide adhesion and works by laying the membrane over an airtight, load bearing vapour control layer
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Response to ‘STEM’ Campaign will mean more women in engineering apprenticeships
On May 23, 2014 by adminCarillion and TPS Schal is supporting the new ‘Your Life’ Campaign that aims to encourage young people’s participation in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths – the ‘STEM’ subjects. Carillion plan to increase the number of women in apprenticeships five-fold over the next five years, and improve retention of women engineers by launching Project SNOWE, a
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Daikin products hold MCS certification and are eligible for RHI
On May 21, 2014 by adminHeating solutions distributor, Space Air, supplies a large range of Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) accredited Daikin products which can be eligible for the domestic Renewable Heat Incentive. MCS is designed to certify electricity generating systems with a capacity of up to 50kW and heat generating technologies with a 45kW capacity, including the Daikin range of
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Robust BIM strategy is fundamental to deliver successful projects
On May 19, 2014 by adminAt the recent ‘Foundations for Growth’ supply chain conference, specialist contractor Prater outlined why a collaborative approach that incorporates a robust BIM strategy is key to delivering successful projects. Prater’s explained about the impact of their BIM strategy and how their suppliers increasingly need to provide information in a BIM friendly format. The improved communications
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Slim window ventilators control fresh air flow to combat condensation
On May 17, 2014 by adminPassivent has launched its new Ultra Vent range of slim window ventilators for controlling the flow of fresh air and reducing the build up of condensation in a building, with the Tricklevent measuring up to be one of the smallest on the market, offering an equivalent area of 5000mm2. Designed for PVCU, aluminium and timber