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Top Developers Invited To Help Transform "Greater Manchester's Best Kept Secret”

The nation’s leading house builders and developers are being invited to join in a multi-million pound transformation of a former council estate in Tameside, Greater Manchester with the potential to be one of the mo...

9 Nov 2005

Local Residents Urged To Contribute To MK2031 Consultation

Milton Keynes Partnership (MKP) yesterday launched a two month consultation to gather views from members of the public on the development of the city until 2031. Six different growth options have been proposed and are...

9 Nov 2005

'Smart' Buildings to Guide Future First Responders

The best response to a building emergency is a fast and informed one. The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is working with the building industry as well as the public safety and information technolog...

9 Nov 2005

Launch Of Durapipe Detecta-line

Durapipe are delighted to announce the of launch Durapipe Detecta-line, a new pipework system specifically developed for use with aspirating smoke detection systems. This exciting new product can be installed within a...

8 Nov 2005

Durapipe Helps To Restore Historical Landmark

A range of pipework and fittings has been installed in an apartment development as part of a project to restore Bradford’s Lister Mills to their former glory. Both Durapipe ABS pipework and our Friaphon sound at...

8 Nov 2005

USHIO America Introduces the Next-Generation T8 Fluorescent Light Bulb

USHIO America Inc. proudly introduces the next generation of extreme energy-saving T8 Fluorescent light bulbs called the 28W ULTRA 8(TM) T8. These fluorescent tubes can save up to 50 percent on energy bills and last f...

8 Nov 2005

Calculating Benefits Of Collaboration In The Construction Industry

The University of the West of England (UWE) and Management Process Systems (MPS) have been awarded a grant of over £68,000 from the Department of Trade and Industry to form a new Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP...

8 Nov 2005

Independent Governance Of BREEAM And Other Sustainability Tools

BRE Certification Ltd has formed a Sustainability Board to provide independent governance of BRE's sustainability tools, methodologies and standards including BREEAM, Environmental Profiles and the Green Guides. The ...

8 Nov 2005

Home Inspectors Will Be Rigorously Trained Professionals

The Government's recent announcement on Home Information Packs has received a mixed response in the press. Among concerns about the Packs, which all those selling their homes will be required to provide from 2007, wa...

8 Nov 2005

Reducing The Risk Of Roof Fires

How safe is your roof? Building Regulation Part B requires that roofs, or part of a roof, are fire rated, as roof coverings play a key role in preventing the spread of fire from one property to another simply by being...

8 Nov 2005

Baggeridge Powers Up Renewable Energy

Sedgley-based Baggeridge Brick is showing its commitment to the environment by using renewable energy at its Waresley factory. The brick manufacturer recently celebrated its first year of successfully generating elect...

8 Nov 2005

Wider, Bigger, Better!! Azek Trimboards Adds Three New Products

Following the success of products like AZEK Millwork, the company recently introduced three new products into the AZEK Trimboard, Cornerboard, Beadboard, Sheet, Frontier Series and Adhesive families of products. These...

8 Nov 2005

Avonite Recycled Collection

Refresh . . . revitalize . . . replenish . . . using products good for the environment never looked so fabulous. Avonite's continuing recycled collection takes to the beach with Cozumel, a soothing neutral brighte...

8 Nov 2005

Deputy Prime Minister Announces Deputy Chair Appointment To English Partnerships' Board

The Deputy Prime Minister, John Prescott, announced today he has appointed Dr Pauleen Lane CBE as Deputy Chair to the board of English Partnerships. English Partnerships is the national regeneration agency for England...

8 Nov 2005

Development Breathes New Life Into Historic Wolverton

Milton Keynes Partnership (MKP) and Places for People, a major housing and regeneration organisation, are set to announce today a new programme to regenerate the industrial part of historic Wolverton. The brownfield s...

6 Nov 2005