Shaping the future of construction

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View the WEDI entry on BPindex Visit the WEDI website As a certified EcoProfit operation for over 15 years, wedi’s mission is to support the industry improve its carbon credentials and to help consumers recognise the added value of having a ‘green’ home with low energy bills. Manufactured with at least 25% recycled foam material and 100% renewable energy, wedi …

Using the 5th façade to help mitigate climate change

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View the Radmat entry on BPindex Visit the Radmat website A new report from the University of Southampton Energy and Climate Change Division of the School of Engineering, commissioned by the NFRC Charitable Trust, highlights some key steps that specifiers, building owners and home owners can take to use the roof to help mitigate the impacts of climate change.  https://www.nfrc.co.uk/docs/default-source/publications/roofing-industry/mrk173-nfrc-future-(p)roof-research.pdf?sfvrsn=79932a49_2&utm_source=PR&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=future_(p)roof …

Do you need non-combustible insulation on flat roof and balcony upstands?

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View the Radmat entry on BPindex Visit the Radmat website This is a question worthy of the QI TV show, and one that would definitely get Alan Davies the famous Klaxon and flashing lights because the obvious answers of yes or no would both be incorrect. At present, based on the current wording in Approved Document B fire safety, the …