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30th July 2010

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ANGELA BRADY ELECTED NEXT PRESIDENT OF THE RIBA
Angela Brady has been elected the next President of the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA), the UK body for architecture and the architectural profession. Angela will become President Elect on 1 September 2010 and will take over the two-year elected presidency from Ruth Reed on 1 September 2011. Angela will be the 74th RIBA President, a position previously held by Sir G. Gilbert Scott and Sir Basil Spence among others; she will be the second woman President. Speaking today, Angela Brady said:
"I am absolutely delighted and honoured to have been elected as the next President of the RIBA and look forward to working with Ruth Reed. There is a lot of hard work ahead in these difficult times for the profession and the construction industry as a whole, but I have complete confidence in our ability to meet the challenge. More. Website.
COST EFFECTIVE CONTEMPORARY GLASS

The team at Glazing Innovations Ltd continually develop cost effective modular systems to meet the architectural glazing markets greatest requirements. These systems mitigate design and management input and often utilise standard stocked glass panels. Having specialised in the design, manufacture and installation of bespoke architectural glazing for many years, the team are proud to introduce our modular structural glass balustrade and frameless glass canopy systems. More. Website.

KITEMARK CONFIRMATION FOR WINDOW ENERGY RATINGS

The new Kitemark Window Energy Rating scheme operated by the British Standards Institution (BSI) provides specifiers and end users of windows with clear, dependable and independently verified data on energy performance, and windows suppliers with a convenient and very cost effective route to regulatory compliance. Licensees for the Kitemark Windows Energy Rating scheme, and for all other Kitemark schemes, are listed on the Kitemark website, which is widely used by consumers and specifiers seeking dependable suppliers.
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HEALTH ESTATE - HARROGATE


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ctbusters have many years of experience in all types of healthcare premises and operate strictly to the following criteria.
  • Trade Accreditation (HVCA Member)
  • Fully Conversant With HTM 03-01
  • Flexible Work Patterns
  • Directly Employed Workforce
Free site surveys are available so that the amount of work required on any ventilation system can be accurately assessed or visit stand C70 at the Healthcare Estates Conference & Exhibition for expert advice.
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NEW REMMERS IQ-THERM INSULATION MEETS THE LATEST U.K. BUILDING REGULATIONS

Remmers iQ-Therm is the first internally applied insulation system that can meet the next level of Building Regulations for thermal efficiency in wall insulation, without creating a vapour barrier and the subsequent risk of problems with condensation and mould growth.  Room heating energy costs can be reduced by up to 75% for every year after the system is installed, plus co-ordinated Remmers decorative paint finishes can be used on top of this unique, patented and award winning system. More. Website. Video.

CONSTRUCTION COMPANIES JOIN FORCES TO RESTORE LIDO
An Art Deco 1930s lido has been restored to its former glory through the team efforts of Ronacrete and Cemplas a leading restoration firm. The refurbishment involved restoring the Lido's distinctive features, such as the grandstands, cascades and entrance, which have survived almost unchanged since opening in the 1930s. Ronacrete and Cemplas worked closely on the North Block, putting a specification together that would provide the necessary protection and cosmetic appearance required by English Heritage. More. Website.
Concrete Repair/Protection.
Waterproofing.

ELLIOTT FASTRACK COMPLETES SPORTS HALL AHEAD OF SCHEDULE

Elliott Fastrack has created a new multi-purpose sports hall for Presdales School in Ware, Hertfordshire.  The 34 week programme was completed four weeks ahead of schedule, using the company’s hybrid construction system.  The client, Hertfordshire County Council, has been delighted with the speed of construction and quality of the completed building. The innovative hybrid construction system enabled work to continue through snow, hail, wind and rain, with the building being fittingly opened on 1st March 2010.
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PEGLER YORKSHIRE PLAYS ITS PART IN RENOVATION OF THE BERLIN SENATE 


Pegler Yorkshire
 
has reinforced its universal appeal by securing an exciting contract on the continent. The complete renovation of the heating system of The Berlin Senate, carried out by Berlin contractor Dieter Melchert KG, necessitated the sourcing of quality push fittings and Pegler Yorkshire is delighted to have the opportunity to supply to a prestigious contract. Pegler Yorkshire has supplied 4000 fittings from its Tectite Advance range. Tectite Advance is a carbon steel push-fit joining system.
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STYROCLAD ROOF SYSTEM ENHANCES THERMAL PERFORMANCE


Just 12 months since the launch of two new types of roof insulation boards, Panel Systems is reporting a great response from specifiers. The Styroclad range is renowned for helping to address issues, such as insulating semi-exposed concrete decks or soffits, as well as reducing cold bridging on upstands or parapets in roof applications. The Styroclad boards are manufactured from 6mm fibre-cement board, which is bonded to high performance insulation. It is lightweight and easy to use.
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BRAE HOTEL, SHETLAND



The Brae Hotel in Brae, Shetland has recently undergone a facelift, with the addition of over 600m2 of Maibec Timber Cladding from the A. Proctor Group of Blairgowrie. Atkins Architects, in Glasgow specified Maibec due to the owners’ request for a beautiful timber cladding with low maintenance requirements. As the Sheltand Islands are in a remote and exposed location, the warranties available on this product were extremely important to the clients.
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