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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

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

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

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

With net zero ambitions set across the UK, and the Future Homes Standard calling for all new homes built from 2025 to deliver a 75-80% reduction in carbon emissions, integrated photovoltaics (PV) systems are seen as part of the solution.... View Article

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

Taking the lowest quote for a service contract or visit might seem tempting, but it could end up being both dangerous and a false economy. You are better off hiring the best from the start than taking the lowest quote... View Article

Snickers Workwear = Comfort = Wellbeing and Improved Performance. Snickers Workwear is continuing to make great strides in Work Trousers design and functionality while still increasing its commitment to environmental responsibility. Sustainable fabrics, body-mapping designs and improved performance are key... View Article

Siderise has launched a suite of new passive fire protection products specifically engineered for masonry facades, making it easy for specifiers and developers to choose the right protection for their buildings. Designed to meet the specific construction challenges and requirements... View Article

It’s been a challenging time for social housing landlords during the COVID pandemic, especially with vulnerable residents shielding, making home repairs difficult. At the same time, landlords have seen a rise in disrepair claims made through the Homes (Fitness for Human... View Article

Industry comment by Craig Mellor, Director, Deer Technology Ltd With the majority of social housing tenants having contracts directly with electricity suppliers, you could be forgiven for wondering how housing associations could benefit from upgrading conventional meters to smart meters.... View Article

Energy theft is a serious problem for housing associations and there are a number of reasons for this. In this article we will focus on the theft of electricity, though tampering with gas supplies and meters can have devastating consequences... View Article

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

With the help of Zutec – Quintain went all the way to Wembley and got a dream result. Using Zutec’s full suite of solutions, the multi award-winning developer and asset owner/manager streamlined its information management throughout construction, handover and operation... View Article

We are extremely proud to announce that we are once again finalists in the 2021 H&V News Awards. Our innovative Titon Ultimate® dMEV and Titon FireSafe® Air Brick products have been shortlisted in the ‘Domestic Ventilation Product of the Year’... View Article

Leading British ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia has supplied its Lo-Carbon PoziDry Compact Pro to successfully tackle persistent condensation and mould in a social housing property. The housing association selected the PoziDry Compact Pro for a flat which had mould in the... View Article

When looking for a new access control system, we understand that you need a system that works for a broad range of resident needs. But how can you ensure that building entry is easy and intuitive for tenants, while making... View Article