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Construction industry is being targeted by tax authorities
On January 13, 2014 by adminEQUE2 has advised industry workers to read through HMRC’s Guide to the Construction Industry Scheme to ensure that their company is in line with construction tax laws. Recent research carried out by contracting sector specialists NoPalaver, has revealed that HMRC’s entire yield from construction tax in 2012-13 was £78.9 million, up 18% on the previous
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Infrastructure company is creating 200 jobs in North Warwickshire
On January 11, 2014 by adminStaff at Energetics regional office and depot at Coleshill received a visit from Conservative MP Dan Byles, to discuss the company’s growth after receiving £38m of debt and equity financing from affiliates of Macquarie Group. The Coleshill site currently employs more than 30 people, with that number set to expand over the next five years
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Noise reduction product praised for its sound proofing abilities
On January 9, 2014 by adminPilkington United Kingdom Limited Pilkington Optiphon has been praised by the Quiet Mark, the Noise Abatement Society Charitable Foundation, for its ability to minimise noise levels. The product consists of acoustic laminated glass and PVB (PolyVinylButyral) interlayer, enabling noise reductions in buildings without compromising on light transmittance or impact performance. Optiphon can be used alongside
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Triple Glazing Windows
On December 25, 2013 by adminA home design which has become increasingly more prevalent over the last few decades is homes which are designed largely with glass. Now, constructing a home out of glass presents some unique difficulties; chief among them being insulation. Obviously insulating glass is not very applicable, so the only way to really keep your energy bills
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Why you should choose a “green roof”
On December 16, 2013 by adminGreen roofs are a living roof, often comprised of various grasses and wild flowers. They are a wonderful addition to a home; if you live in an urban environment, it provides an opportunity improve the ecology of your neighborhood, and reducing your carbon footprint, and if you live in a suburban or rural environment, in