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Platform Design — Why a single modular solution cannot create a platform

|Date: 12 April, 2023

Platform Design — Why a single modular solution cannot create a platform

David Johnson, UK Pre-construction Director at Volumetric Building Companies, shares his thoughts on the ...

David Johnson, UK Pre-construction Director at Volumetric Building Companies, shares his thoughts on the future of modular construction in the UK and the urgent need for change. The UK Government has ...

12 April, 2023
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EnviroVent | Prevention is better than cure

|Date: 14 March, 2023

EnviroVent | Prevention is better than cure

Dan Bourke, Regional Sales Manager – Social Housing at one of the UK’s leading ventilation manufacturers, ...

Dan Bourke, Regional Sales Manager – Social Housing at one of the UK’s leading ventilation manufacturers, EnviroVent, looks at how mechanical ventilation systems can reduce the maintenance burden caus ...

14 March, 2023
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The foundations for future proofing against climate change in housebuilding

|Date: 8 March, 2023

The foundations for future proofing against climate change in housebuilding

The NHBC Foundation’s latest report, Building Foundation Solutions – Future Proofing Against Climate Chan ...

The NHBC Foundation’s latest report, Building Foundation Solutions – Future Proofing Against Climate Change, is available to download now. This new report focuses on the increasingly important issue o ...

8 March, 2023
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New guidance on parapet walls, balconies and basements issued by major warranty provider

|Date: 31 January, 2023

New guidance on parapet walls, balconies and basements issued by major warranty provider

Low-rise developments seeking structural warranty cover will be required to meet new and updated guidance ...

Low-rise developments seeking structural warranty cover will be required to meet new and updated guidance on parapet walls, balconies and basements from February. The new 2023 edition of the Technical ...

31 January, 2023
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AKW extends inclusive showering and bathing range

|Date: 30 January, 2023

AKW extends inclusive showering and bathing range

AKW, a leading provider of bathroom accessibility solutions, is pleased to announce the addition of a ran ...

AKW, a leading provider of bathroom accessibility solutions, is pleased to announce the addition of a range of well-known products to its portfolio, thanks to the company’s acquisition of Contour Show ...

30 January, 2023
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Fire Protection & Safety | Getting to grips with legislation

|Date: 12 December, 2022

Fire Protection & Safety | Getting to grips with legislation

Jan Taranczuk, Strategic Housing Advisor at fire suppression specialists Plumis, discusses what new fire ...

Jan Taranczuk, Strategic Housing Advisor at fire suppression specialists Plumis, discusses what new fire safety rules will mean for social landlords. New fire safety regulations are bringing in a raft ...

12 December, 2022
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Hamworthy Heating introduce new Tyneham Heat Pump to its range

|Date: 23 November, 2022

Hamworthy Heating introduce new Tyneham Heat Pump to its range

Hamworthy Heating, trusted British manufacturer and supplier of commercial heating and hot water products ...

Hamworthy Heating, trusted British manufacturer and supplier of commercial heating and hot water products, launches its first ever monobloc air source heat pump range, the Tyneham, designed to meet UK ...

23 November, 2022
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Glidevale Protect | Roofing specifications that break the mould

|Date: 21 November, 2022

Glidevale Protect | Roofing specifications that break the mould

The presence of mould and mildew in residential properties is not only unsightly but also extremely unhea ...

The presence of mould and mildew in residential properties is not only unsightly but also extremely unhealthy. Preventing condensation build up can be easier said than done but as John Mellor, Senior ...

21 November, 2022
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Trade body calls for more stringent enforcement of Building Regulations to tackle issues with damp and mould in homes

|Date: 16 November, 2022

Trade body calls for more stringent enforcement of Building Regulations to tackle issues with damp and mould in homes

A national trade body is calling for more stringent enforcement of Building Regulations to tackle increas ...

A national trade body is calling for more stringent enforcement of Building Regulations to tackle increasing problems with damp and mould in homes. The Property Care Association says that its 400-plus ...

16 November, 2022
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Nuaire | Ventilation strategies to support decarbonisation in social housing

|Date: 15 November, 2022

Nuaire | Ventilation strategies to support decarbonisation in social housing

Sarah Thomas, Residential Repairs, Maintenance, and Improvement Manager at Nuaire, discusses where ventil ...

Sarah Thomas, Residential Repairs, Maintenance, and Improvement Manager at Nuaire, discusses where ventilation can help and support sustainable housing. Recently I sat in a conference room of represen ...

15 November, 2022
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