K3 radiators offer more heat

Lower temperature heating systems can require larger radiators to achieve the comfort heating levels in a home, and in some homes installing larger radiators may be a problem if the wall space does not allow for them. In these situations,... View Article

Metsec underlines commitment to accurate product information

voestalpine Metsec has become one of the earliest adopters of the Code for Construction Products Information (CCPI), introduced by the Construction Products Association in response to Dame Judith Hackitt’s review of Building Regulations and Fire Safety, set up following the... View Article

Cover and protect pipework with UK Boxings

Our durable and weather resistant metal pipe boxing is used widely to conceal and protect external pipework and building services from the risk of damage on a range of applications, while also helping improves the finish of completed projects. Typically... View Article

How software is tackling the compliance challenge

With social landlords under increasing pressure to improve housing compliance, Dave Carr from Propeller explains the role of software in overhauling safety checks and meeting RSH standards A new regulation, enforced in April 2024, has put housing safety compliance under... View Article

Eliminating emissions

Eliminating the carbon emissions associated with housing involves understanding the impact of the dwelling over its lifespan. Anastasia Mylona of CIBSE explains how this should be approached Regular revisions to Building Regulations over the last two decades have focused on... View Article

Energy efficient block management

Robert Poole of Glide explains how regardless of the changing political mood, there is a real need for more energy efficiency in block management The shift towards greater energy efficiency within block management is crucial due to environmental, economic, and... View Article

TDBL- nonut® a revolution for the construction industry

SFS Group Fastening Technology have launched an innovative solution for the construction market, which will save time onsite. The new TDBL- nonut® – which carries ETA-11/0191 approval – has exceptional performance thanks to its patented thread shape, under-head locking detail and trilobular geometry.... View Article

Revolutionary rainscreen retention solution proves less is more

SFS Group Fastening Technology and Kingspan Insulation have pooled their respective expertise in rainscreen cladding support systems and insulation materials, to launch an optimum performance solution offering A2-s1, d0 reaction to fire  presenting the potential to optimise envelope design on buildings of any... View Article

Decarbonise your housing stock with SHDF Wave 3

A new surge of funding is on the horizon; Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF) Wave 3 is set to hit this summer! The government has allocated £1.2 billion to lift 140,000 additional social homes to EPC C or above. Wave... View Article

Rinnai Installer SHOW 2024 exclusive H3 product launches

(Hydrogen & RDME / Hybrids / Heat Pumps / Electric / Solar) Visit www.rinnaiuk.com/contact-us/ask-us-question and leave your name and email to be automatically entered into a prize draw to win £1000 of Rinnai heating tech. Rinnai’s stand at the forthcoming... View Article

Living Space Expands Land Team as it Targets Record Year

Affordable housing specialist Living Space Housing has appointed Joe Gilday as Senior Land Manager to target further site acquisitions in the West Midlands region as it aims for a record year of delivery.  The Solihull-based business currently has seven live... View Article

New director to enhance customer journey

National housing association Home Group has appointed a new customer experience director. Colette Flattery will be tasked with supporting the delivery of Home Group’s Customer Promise – their commitment to their 125,000 customers. Colette who comes with a wealth of... View Article