British Gypsum, the UK’s leading manufacturer of interior lining systems, has helped CRASH support Newcastle voluntary organisation, Saint Vincent de Paul (SVP), with the creation of self-contained accommodation for homeless women. In association with the UK’s property and construction industry charity, British Gypsum provided a range of solutions for the project, including Thistle MultiFinish … [Read more...]
Industry Leaders Unite To Discuss The Future Of Construction
Skills shortages, planning restrictions and the need for cultural change were the key topics arising from a high level debate attended by leading voices from around the industry, as UK Construction Week’s expert advisory panel met for the first time. With momentum behind the exhibition building exponentially, the advisory panel brings together a team of motivated and inspirational figures from … [Read more...]
FeRFA Apprentices Finish Formal Training With Practical Experience In Laying Pumped Screeds At Instarmac
FeRFA Apprentices finish formal training with practical experience in laying pumped screeds at Instarmac FeRFA member, Instarmac, supplied all the materials and hosted the training at their Tamworth facility for the latest group of apprentices to complete their formal training. The apprentices spent two days learning all about flowable screeds, with a day of classroom tuition with Terry Foxley, … [Read more...]
Driving Licence Changes Will Affect Small Businesses, Warns Mercedes-Benz Vans
Mercedes-Benz Vans UK is reminding all drivers and business owners running vans that the paper counterpart to the photocard driving licence has yesterday been abolished, amid fears it could affect small businesses. All of the information contained on the paper counterpart, such a penalty points and which vehicles they are able to drive, is now replaced by an online service, which puts the onus … [Read more...]
Testing Time For The Used Van Market
Manheim Market Analysis shows a steady appreciation of van sale prices across all segments in May. At the same time the company, which is part of the world's largest automotive services business, reveals the true danger of failing to present vans to buyers in their best light, with vans offered for sale with little or no MOT fetching up to £400 less than their freshly-tested counterparts. The … [Read more...]
Gratterpalm Gets Creative With British Gypsum Magnetic Plaster
Leading creative communications agency, Gratterpalm, has transformed its head office in Leeds into a flexible, interactive space, using British Gypsum’s innovative Thistle Magnetic Plaster. The organisation, which provides a range of retailers and brands with digital and creative support, has installed magnetic walls in its ‘Creative Cube’ and ICT office to encourage imaginative thinking and … [Read more...]
Cemex Uk Set On Civils Expo
Leading building materials supplier CEMEX UK has signed up as the latest exhibitor at Civils Expo, the UK’s only dedicated event for the civil engineering and construction sector. Civils Expo will be part of the Build Show at UK Construction Week, taking place at the Birmingham NEC later this year. Taking centre stage at Civils Expo with a large custom-built stand, materials supplier and … [Read more...]
British Gypsum Reveals #BGSHOUTOUT Winners
British Gypsum has revealed the winners of its hotly contested #BGShoutOut competition for plastering apprentices. Following its nationwide search to find examples of high standards of workmanship produced by apprentices, Dan Morrow from Leicester College; Sam Billan from Dearne Valley College; Adam Mala from Bolton College; Jamie Acheson from City of Glasgow College, and John-Paul Holdsworth … [Read more...]
Saint-Gobain Weber EWI Adds Contemporary Style To Ladywell Apartments
External Wall Insulation (EWI) by Saint-Gobain Weber has been specified for a new build development of private apartments in the London Borough of Lewisham, Greater London. The 14-apartment Rivoli development by Alpha Estates (London) Limited, are in the Ladywell district on the main high road called Ladywell Road. Designated in 2010 as a conservation area, it consists mainly of late Victorian … [Read more...]
The Nela Superflex Trowel Tester
A couple of weeks ago, I had a spare day, and I decided that I would drive up to Plasterers 1 Stop Shop in Cheltenham. I to try visit Plasterers Forum sponsors as often as I can throughout the year, just so I can see what's new and generally get involved, and it means days out of the office which is never a bad thing. I was at Plasterers 1 Stop Shop for most the day, and I had the pleasure of … [Read more...]
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