ECA backs Government plans for low-carbon heat

Leading electrotechnical and engineering services trade body ECA broadly welcomes the government’s Heat and Buildings Strategy, which includes a scheme to help UK households install new, low-carbon heating systems. However, ECA urges further action in the coming years to meet... View Article

Out with the old, in with the Ali VU

LISTEN HERE 🔊 Whether helping to future-proof new build homes or improve the energy-efficiency of existing housing stock, Senior Architectural Systems’ slimline Ali VU aluminium windows have been specifically developed to offer exceptional thermal performance and outstanding design flexibility. Featuring... View Article

Pipe Dreams – Pendock pipe boxing for social housing

The Pendock Profiles range of pipe boxing and casing solutions is one of the most comprehensive available for social housing projects. Each product is designed for a specific purpose, but they are also versatile enough to be used on a range of... View Article

We put the ‘safety’ in safety flooring…

Vinyl safety flooring is a crucial element of any wet room and is designed to ensure the end user is both safe and comfortable when showering. AKW Safety Flooring has been manufactured especially for the care market and combines a... View Article

Funding to meet Fuel Poverty Target short of £18bn

Research published today by AgilityEco and Gemserv reveals that current funding and policy to relieve fuel poverty will help only a fraction of the 3.2 million homes that were in fuel poverty in 2019. The legally binding target to all... View Article

Housing waiting lists could double next year

One in 10 households in need of housing are stuck on council waiting lists for over five years as a result of the chronic shortage of affordable homes, new research reveals today. A new report, Building post-pandemic prosperity, commissioned by the... View Article

The right controls for the right end users… 

From sophisticated users who want the latest wifi controlled options, to elderly or vulnerable people who need the simplest of controls to cope with their heating system – it’s vital that there’s a full range of complexity available in today’s... View Article

Safe and sound with Sika’s fire-resistant sealant

For passive fire protection with added peace of mind, Sika’s Sikacryl® -621 acrylic sealant combines exceptional fire-resistance with the added benefit of providing acoustic insulation. The phthalate-free Sikacryl-621 acrylic sealant is incredibly flexible and can offer up to 4 hours... View Article

UNITHERM HEATING SYSTEMS LAUNCHES IN UK

One of the most successful names in renewable heating in Ireland has launched its UK operation from impressive new premises in Exeter.  The local MP for East Devon, Simon Jupp was a visitor to the new Exeter headquarters of Unitherm... View Article

The right controls for the right end users…

From sophisticated users who want the latest wifi controlled options, to elderly or vulnerable people who need the simplest of controls to cope with their heating system – it’s vital that there’s a full range of complexity available in today’s... View Article

Cover unsightly pipe work easily with UK Boxings

UK Boxings’ decorative casings and boxing products have been used by housing associations and local authorities for more than 20 years to hide fire sprinkler, heating system and boiler pipework to help reduce time on site and save money. Manufactured... View Article

Doors fit for a new world!

LISTEN HERE 🔊 Residents deserve unquestionable comfort and safety in the post pandemic era, as do the professionals responsible for providing it. Many things have changed over the past eighteen or more months since our world was turned upside down.... View Article

Passive fire protection for brick and stone facades

Brick and stone have been used to build housing for centuries. However, with increasingly strict standards to meet, there’s a need for cavity solutions engineered for these applications. Siderise has launched a range of solutions to help building owners, operators,... View Article

Creating healthy homes: Aico launch new Environmental Sensors

LISTEN HERE 🔊 Introducing an exciting innovation in home life safety from market leaders Aico, their brand-new HomeLINK Environmental Sensors. Designed to create better maintained, healthier, energy efficient homes, Aico’s Environmental Sensors are discreet and secure, placed throughout the home... View Article

Fire safety standards in flat roofing

Craig Smith, Business Development Director – Roofing for TN International, advises specifiers and building owners on the latest fire safety requirements. Fire safety has always been a priority in the construction industry, and flat roofing systems had to comply with... View Article