TORMAX iMotion Operators Automate V&A East Storehouse Entrance

TORMAX UK was contracted by Spec-Al Facades to install its advanced iMotion 1301 door drives to automate a pair of heavy, bespoke swing doors, that form one of the main
Posted on January 28, 2026

Preserving steel heritage windows and doors with the Steel Window Association

Pictured is the Empress building on Dover Street where Associated Steel Window Services (ASWS) refurbished the steel windows. Kris Bennell, Operations Director at ASWS, comments “The project itself appeared relatively
Posted on January 28, 2026

Expanded EJOT DDS-Z range simplifies installation of deeper soffit liners

New fastener lengths in EJOT’s DDS-Z range, exclusively available in the UK, are enabling much deeper levels of soffit insulation to be installed easily and efficiently thanks to the screw’s
Posted on January 27, 2026

Johnstone’s Paint teams up with World Snooker Tour

Johnstone’s Paint has partnered with World Snooker Tour (WST) and national mental health charity Mind to deliver a new event and community initiative aimed at tackling the mental wellbeing challenges faced by
Posted on January 20, 2026

Futurebuild and UK Construction Week London to Unite in 2026

In a landmark move for the UK construction sector, UK Construction Week London and Futurebuild, will come together from 12-14 May 2026, creating a new national platform for the built environment
Posted on January 14, 2026

Spring 2026 Series of JCT Training Courses Announced

JCT has announced its course dates for the spring 2026 series of JCT Training. The series includes a range of full-day in-person courses and 3-hour online webinar courses. Scheduled to
Posted on December 11, 2025

David Connacher of West Fraser, discusses the benefits of engineered wood panels

It is well accepted that the use of timber panel products began a century back when plywood was first manufactured in quantity. Aeons beforehand, the Egyptians also came to understand
Posted on December 8, 2025

West Fraser helps housebuilders meet net zero targets

West Fraser has always been committed to being at the environmental forefront within its industry. The company promotes the benefits of sustainable forestry, with young, fast-growing trees being the lungs
Posted on December 8, 2025

QUALICOAT Impresses at Zak London

As someone who has watched the Zak World of Façades series evolve over the years, I have seen the London edition grow into one of its most influential platforms, something
Posted on November 28, 2025

Augmenting human intelligence with AI will transform our buildings

AI is already here and, as part of a human-centred process, will maximise the opportunities to transform the building industry – including optimising buildings at an early stage, enhancing creativity
Posted on November 18, 2025