Edgetech (UK) Ltd: "This is one reason that Super Spacer has been specified in some of the world's most iconic, architecturally ambitious buildings - and we're delighted to see it used to such stunning effect in Qatar's National Library.". Managing Director Chris Alderson explains.
Window Widgets: "With all the factors affecting the industry at present, there's never been a better time to find trusted business partners and that's why so many trade counters have joined us in the first few months".. commented Adrian Clare
Gowercroft Limited: "We are proud of our 22 years of uninterrupted trading in Derbyshire. Made in Britain membership is a demonstration of our commitment to high-quality British design, to the local and national economy, as well as a way of celebrating our success as a home-grown company,". said Andrew Madge, managing director
DOORCO "DOORCO has maintained many of the popular decorative options in the new collection, as well as adding 15 new and exclusive designs that are a mix of traditional and modern styles.". says Dan Sullivan,MD
Guardian Glass EuropeEstimates for The United Kingdom are even more optimistic. The use of the right type of glass could in 2030 reduce the amount of energy consumed by buildings by 32 per cent respectively. In 2050, it could be as much as 42%
Modplan: "The popularity of our Flush Sash windows continues to grow. As such, we felt we needed a dedicated Flush Sash factory to support the demand and ensure we further improve our manufacturing efficiencies too.". Heidi Sachs, managing director said.
Raise your Prices
We are trading in very unusual markets with a surge in RMI retail demand that seems to be proving robust in the face of oncoming economic storms whether that demand persists beyond the tapering of panic and an acceptance that we will have to live with Covid19 as we live with all other viral infections remains to be seen but in any event price rises are long overdue in a supply chain that doesn't get the right reward for the work involved. … »
'Raise your Prices'
© Chris Ball MBA Associates - November 2020
Construction with conservation in mind
Considering the environmental impact of a new building
Inspired by the Italian novel The Baron in the Trees, Bosco Verticale - or Vertical Forrest in English - are two tower blocks situated in Milan, Italy. What makes these structures significant is the abundance of greenery that encapsulates them. To be specific, the towers hold 900 trees, 5,000 shrubs and 11,000 perennial plants. The aim - to eliminate city smog and improve air quality. So, what can the UK's construction industry learn from these environmental structures? … »
'Construction with conservation in mind'
© Nick Cowley, managing director Euramax