
Advantages and Disadvantages of MDF - Buildingtalk
Feb 12, 2021 · MDF is increasingly becoming one of the most used sheet materials in the construction industry – this trend can well be explained by weighing the advantages and disadvantages of MDF board.. What is MDF Board? MDF (Medium Density Fibreboard) is an engineered wood product, manufactured by compressing softwood or hardwood fibres with wax and resin under high pressure and temperature.
BMBI: Year 2024 Merchant value sales -4.1% down from 2023
Feb 26, 2025 · The latest total value sales figures from Builders Merchant Building Index show that sales for Q4 2024 were down -0.5% compared to Q4 2023, as an increase in volume sales (+2.3%) was countered by a fall in prices (-2.7%).With one additional trading day in Q4 2024, like-for-like value sales were -2.2% lower.
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Public Sector Building Magazine. Public Sector Building (PSB) magazine was established in 1989 and is read by local authority decision makers and budget controllers across the UK.
Passivent ventilation solutions are top of the class
Feb 28, 2025 · Passivent has supplied a combination of Hybrid Plus2 Aircool ventilators and Hybrid Plus Airstract roof ventilation terminals for a new London primary school to help create a healthier, more comfortable learning environment for children and staff to thrive in.. Greatfields Primary School in Barking and Dagenham is a three-form entry school which will …
InstallerSHOW 2025 – Registration is now OPEN!
Feb 28, 2025 · Building on the success of last year, InstallerSHOW is returning to the NEC from the 24 th to the 26 th of June with more than 800 of the industry’s biggest brands all under one roof. Spanning three halls to cater for an ever-greater range of visitors, attendees can expect discussions, demos and industry insights as well the purpose-built elemental Housing Hub and full-scale Passivhaus on site.
Troldtekt: New acoustic liner ensures good acoustics
Feb 28, 2025 · Both a building’s users and its developers have a good reason to get excited about the new Troldtekt Plus 25 panels. This specially developed acoustic panel sets a high standard for both sound absorption and building efficiency.
UKCW London announces exciting new features & debuting shows
Jan 15, 2025 · The UK’s largest event for the built environment, UK Construction Week (UKCW), is set to once again unite the construction industry’s professionals, showcasing ground-breaking innovation at London’s ExCeL (7 – 9 May 2025). The multi-award winning construction show will see a host of new features and show areas, including the debut of the co-located Stone Show & …
Gilberts: Protecting a complex building from fire
Jan 6, 2025 · Contact: Gilberts of Blackpool, Gilair Works, Clifton Road, Blackpool, FY4 40T. Phone: 01253 766911 Fax: 01253 767941. Visit Gilberts of Blackpool's website
Senior celebrates a decade of PURe® innovation!
Feb 26, 2025 · Senior Architectural Systems, the UK’s largest privately owned manufacturer of aluminium windows, doors and curtain walling, is marking another major milestone – ten years of its patented, award-winning PURe® system!. Back in February 2015, Senior set new standards for low U-value aluminium windows and doors by creating a system that was the first to the UK market to feature an enhanced ...
Kingspan Introduces Mineral Wool Pipe Insulation
Feb 7, 2025 · Kingspan Technical Insulation has launched Kingspan K-Roc Pipe Insulation, an A2 L /A2-s1,d0 rated pipe insulation suitable for use on HVAC and building services pipework.. The product comprises a mineral wool insulation core with a reinforced aluminium foil facing and is available in a range of sizes for various pipe diameters.