Get to know SWA member, Perla Windows

As Perla Windows approaches its first anniversary as a Steel Window Association member, Lauren Murphy of Taylor Alden speaks to Nick Vassilopoulos, Director of Perla Windows to get to know him better. How long have you been a member of the SWA? Just under a year –... View Article

Multiboard meets BS 5385 guidance on tiling substrates

LISTEN HERE 🔊 Thanks to the continuing efforts of The Tiling Association (TTA), standards of training and workmanship across the industry have improved dramatically, while many specialist contractors and other building trades have made the switch to using high performance... View Article

Grenfell inquiry: New “massively significant” report released

The Fire Brigades Union has termed a new report to the Grenfell Tower Inquiry, released to the public today, “massively significant” evidence. The report (visible at https://www.grenfelltowerinquiry.org.uk/evidence/professor-luke-bisby), written by Professor Luke Bisby, a professor of fire and structures at Edinburgh University and an... View Article

ESG – Why doing the bare minimum is a business risk

The concept of ESG isn’t new. Discussion around how the construction industry can improve its environmental, social and governance factors has been gathering pace for some time now. But, do all organisations operating in this sector take it as seriously... View Article

Months from Part L and still much to do

New research from Marley highlights low awareness of impending Part L changes Solar PV on the specification radar as a key product solution for a low carbon future Extended product warranties and sustainability credentials important considerations for supply chain choices... View Article

Major innovative new solution from the ever progressive Schöck

LISTEN HERE 🔊 Over six decades Schöck has built a formidable international reputation for innovative and progressive product design. The company is best known for its market leading range of Isokorb structural thermal breaks, but its pioneering reinforcement technology and... View Article

8 Ways to Encourage Job Site Safety

The simple truth is that some jobs are more dangerous than others; they lend themselves to more accidents or injuries simply because of the nature of the job. Jobsites can be hazardous. Unfortunately, people do get injured on them. However,... View Article

Setting Up a Factory: 5 Things to Consider

Starting a business is usually a massive financial responsibility; becoming a manufacturer is maybe even more so. In addition, setting up a factory can take time. There is a lot to think about, which can mean long hours initially until... View Article

Protective Workwear: An Employer’s Guide

Protective workwear is incredibly common; it is used by a lot of different industries to safeguard the staff. Often, providing workwear for your staff is a legal obligation. Your staff have the right to be and feel safe at work,... View Article

Reginox introduces innovative sink extender

Sales of undermount sinks have seen continuous year-on-year growth over the last 10 years. However, increasingly consumers are recognising that while they like the minimalist design of the sink, they miss the functionality of a drainer. As a result, Reginox... View Article