Saving time and reducing waste on site with precast bespoke cover slabs

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View the Elite Precast Concrete on BPindex Visit the Elite Precast Concrete website Precast special access cover slabs, manufactured offsite, within quality controlled environments, reduces the stress on resources at building and construction sites, according to Paul Cartwright, Business Development Director at Elite Precast Concrete, here’s how: Precision Manufacturing Exact Fit: Precast cover slabs are tailored to previse project specifications, …

Excellence in Student Accommodation: The Spireworks Project

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View the Soprema entry on BPindex Visit the Soprema website A Modern Approach to Construction Student accommodation has evolved significantly over the past decade, with a strong emphasis on durable materials, sustainability, and occupant well-being. The Spireworks, a contemporary student accommodation development located at 163 Cowley Road in Oxford, reflects this evolution, showcasing effective construction techniques and reliable materials. Completed …

Environmental Product Declarations in Waterproofing: Newton’s Commitment to Sustainable Construction

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View the Newton Waterproofing entry on BPindex Visit the Newton Waterproofing website Written by Warren Muschialli In an era where sustainability is at the forefront of construction industry concerns, Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) have emerged as crucial tools for architects, specifiers, and builders. These standardised documents provide transparent, verified sustainability information about the environmental impact of their products. Specifically, EPDs outline the environmental …

Crittall Windows achieves prestigious BSi certification for innovative steel window and door system

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View the Crittall Windows entry on BPindex Visit the Crittall Windows website Crittall Windows, the world’s leading manufacturer of steel windows and doors, is proud to announce that its innovative Homelight® range is fully certified and registered with the British Standards Institution (BSI). This independently verified certification symbolises the quality, safety and trustworthiness of products and is testament to the …

ALL ABOUT ACCESS COVERS

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View the ACO entry on BPindex Visit the ACO website When delivering projects involving access covers in commercial or education facilities, it is vital that construction professionals partner with manufacturers known for quality, innovation and outstanding design. Here, Kevin Bohea, Managing Director at ACO Building Drainage, explores how architects and contractors can deliver the best access cover for the job. …

ISOMAT, Mould’s Worst Nightmare: Available At Brewers Decorator Centres!

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View the Brewers entry on BPindex Visit the Brewers website Got a kitchen or bathroom job with a mould and fungi problem? Let us introduce Isomat Bath & Kitchen!  Steamy showers and cooking fumes create the perfect breeding ground for unwanted growth, turning freshly painted walls into a major hassle. But what if there was an easier way to keep walls …

BUILDING THE NEXT STAGE OF LONG-TERM SUPPORT FOR CHILDREN’S CHARITY

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View the Marley entry on BPindex Visit the Marley website Following a decade-long collaborative relationship, Marley has recently supported the latest construction development for Derby-based, children’s charity, Foundation Matters. Like all charities, Foundation Matters has to ensure every penny raised delivers value for money. This is especially important when it comes to construction projects, which always need to be delivered …

GEC Anderson Stainless Steel Worktops with ultra thin edge profile

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View the GEC Anderson entry on BPindex Visit the GEC Anderson website View the Yellow Kitchen Hackney Case Study A recent worktop installation by GEC Anderson reflects the strong design intent of a spacious London kitchen. Featuring prominent yellow cabinets that sit below the made to measure stainless steel worktops, the kitchen also has bare plaster walls and brightly glazed …

Axis Entrance Systems Case Study: Intensive Care Unit Redevelopment at Homerton University Hospital, in Hackney

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View the Axis Entrances entry on BPindex Visit the Axis Entrances website INDUSTRY: Healthcare CLIENT: Homerton Healthcare NHS Trust Foundation CONTRACTOR: Quinn London ARCHITECT: Hunters PROJECT: The redevelopment and upgrade of the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Homerton University Hospital, in Hackney, East London, to significantly increase the hospital’s capacity for accommodating critical care patients. Working within the existing hospital …

Cedral colour collections and style choices for contemporary homes

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View the Cedral entry on BPindex Visit the Cedral website A sophisticated choice for contemporary homes, Cedral facades come in two different styles with a choice of two finishes in 21 curated eye-catching shades. Cedral Lap is designed so the planks overlap when installed to create a traditional clapboard aesthetic Cedral Click is a tongue and groove material which creates a modern, …