15th October 2010

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SUSTAINED LOW INTEREST RATES CAUSING GREATEST DESIRE TO PURCHASE PROPERTY
Results from the latest Worldwide Property Group confidence tracker survey have revealed that sustained low interest rates are causing more respondents to consider property as an effective means of investment. Of those questioned, 64% said that they are benefiting from the continuing low level of interest rates. Interestingly, 71% said that the current level of rates had increased their desire to purchase a property, making this the highest figure since the survey began in August 2009. This increased desire has also demonstrated that confidence in property has once again reached its highest level since April. In the September confidence tracker survey, a huge 86% of respondents said that now is a good time to buy a property in the UK. In addition, 73% are of the opinion that this is also good time to buy a property overseas; again the highest level since April, with 68% actively considering buying a foreign property. More   Website
HEAT FOR YOUR FEET COMES FROM ABOVE AND BELOW AT CARE CENTRE


Myson has been chosen to provide the warmth for a new extension at a top County Durham care centre. Myson Floortec underfloor heating was installed throughout the ground floor of the extension, with Myson Premier radiators on the first floor. Myson’s Low Surface Temperature radiators were also used to provide safety-first warmth in the bathrooms. All of the heating products are being powered by renewable energy, harnessing the natural resources of both the sun and the ground.
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PLASTIC PIPES - HELPING TO SAVE MONEY, REDUCE CRIME AND HELP THE ENVIRONMENT – THANK YOU POLYPIPE!


Saving cash, reducing crime and helping the environment are in the pipeline in Doncaster, thanks to a new initiative from a housing organisation – with the help of Polypipe’s leading range of plastic plumbing systems. St. Leger Homes of Doncaster – the organisation that manages homes for Doncaster Council – is now installing Polypipe plastic pipe systems, rather than copper ones, when installing new heating installations. Andy Rowe, a business manager at St. Leger Homes, said: “It’s a win-win situation.”
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SCOTSTOUN STADIUM ON TRACK WITH ALTRO
Safety flooring manufacturer Altro has supplied over 800m² of sports and safety flooring to Scotstoun Stadium in Glasgow, as part of an £18million makeover to get the centre ready for the Commonwealth Games in 2014. The new 100m indoor track was fitted using Altro Mondoflex™ and Altro Sportsflex™ was installed in the strength and conditioning room. Altro Atlas™ 40 was specified for back of house areas including corridors and storage rooms.
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DIRECTLINE STRUCTURES DOUBLES UP AFTER WINNING SECOND AWARD FOR SUSTAINABLE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION
Ashford-based Directline Structures has scooped two major awards in quick succession for sustainable design and construction. Last week it was voted a winner at the annual Kent Environment Awards, hailed as a role model for other businesses after being named one of the county’s top green firms. The news follows hot on the heels of this year’s prestigious London and South East Constructing Excellence Awards, where the company won the SME category.
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WILO SUPPLIES PUMPS FOR QUEEN ALEXANDRA HOSPITAL IN PORTSMOUTH

When the decision was taken to effectively demolish and rebuild the elderly Queen Alexandra Hospital in Portsmouth, piece by piece, the PFI project that resulted imposed a number of demanding requirements on the consultants and contractors involved in delivering the required outcomes. Hayden Mechanical (the M&E contractor) has worked with Wilo on some major projects previously and so it was natural that they looked to Wilo to supply the pumps required for the project. More   Website
AN IMPORTANT MATTER FOR CEMBRIT AT 02!

Cembonit panels from Cembrit have been installed at Matter Nightclub, part of the 02 Arena development. Installed in the ticket foyer, as well as adding valuable sound-proofing, the grey and green ‘through colour’ panels also provide an attractive contrast to the exposed concrete interior. The sheets are characterized by their subtle, matt finish, and the impregnation process effectively protects against staining and dirt, ensuring that the facade retains its attractive appearance. More   Website
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