Tactile Design

Embassy Gardens with David Phillips Embassy Gardens is a premium development in the Nine Elms regeneration zone. Recognised for its iconic glass Sky Pool suspended 115 feet in the air, this prestigious property surrounding the US embassy boasts both residential... View Article

Fireproof balconies

Fire safety in residential multi-occupancy buildings is a key issue of our times. We spoke to Richard Izzard of AliDeck to find out more about successful fire safety remediation of balconies. Leaseholders and building owners up and down the country... View Article

Prioritising air quality

LISTEN HERE 🔊 John Moss of EnviroVent looks at the issue of ventilation in social housing and how we may be failing a generation by not addressing it properly. Now the lockdown restrictions have been removed, employees, school pupils and social... View Article

Installing trust

LISTEN HERE 🔊 Adrian Pavey of Nationwide Windows and Doors argues that social housing professionals need to think about more than just the final product. It’s easy for installation companies who work in the private sector to have a tunnel-vision... View Article

Put cladding to the test

As members of the Centre for Window and Cladding Technology (CWCT), Aneira Beament of Ash & Lacy discusses standard test methods for rainscreen cladding systems. In recent years, the construction industry has stepped up its scrutiny of testing, quality, certification... View Article

The importance of boiler specification

LISTEN HERE 🔊 Martyn Bridges of Worcester Bosch outlines the future of safety and sustainability in the boiler market. Over the last 20 to 30 years, boilers have become extremely safe appliances to have in your home, particularly since the... View Article

Snickers Workwear Climate Control – Baselayer Underwear

Dressing for the cold is like building a house – start with a good foundation. The Snickers Workwear Baselayer clothing for professional tradesmen and women uses high-tech breathable fabrics for ventilation and body moisture transport for sustainable warmth and comfort.... View Article

D-TECT 200 C Professional Wallscanner

Precise. Reliable. Efficient. The D-Tect 200 C Professional Wallscanner for exceptional results. The D-tect 200 C Professional was optimized based on user feedback. It is the first radar detector on the market that can record measurements via a screenshot and... View Article

Looking for a complete access control solution?

Intratone’s wireless intercom systems allow Housing Associations to take control of their time, costs and building security When it comes to property access, we understand that you don’t want to compromise on security. But how can you ensure that your... View Article

The New Snickers Workwear Body-Mapping Pile Jacket

Taking working comfort and layering systems to a whole new level.   The Snickers Workwear climate control system includes functional base layers, insulating mid layers and weather-protective outer layers.  These technically advanced working clothes allow craftsmen and craftswomen to adjust... View Article

David Phillips rewards loyal customers

with B2B Rewards Scheme Design-led furniture services provider David Phillips has introduced a new rewards program. As one of the first B2B loyalty schemes in the industry, the brand is committed to supporting its customers and continuing to form valuable... View Article

PAS2030 Accreditation for The Window Company (Contracts)

Specialist commercial installer The Window Company (Contracts) has achieved PAS2030 accreditation, which is a requirement for installing windows and doors funded by any of the government’s energy efficiency schemes targeting retrofit projects. With only around 5% of UK window and... View Article

The importance of fire doors & inspections

A fire door is an engineered safety device that is a crucial part of the passive fire protection of every commercial, public and multiple occupancy building. A fire door acts just as any other door in normal service, in a... View Article

Is there a better alternative to automated meter reading?

Industry comment by Craig Mellor, Director, Deer Technology Ltd Automated meter reading for monitoring consumption of water and electricity (sub-metering) provides better data visibility than conventional analogue meters that are read manually. Meters that must be read manually can be... View Article