Profile 22’s Optima selected for affordable housing development in Glasgow 900 Optima casement windows and French door units in Anthracite Grey have been fitted in a development of 82 new build houses to the north of Glasgow. A brownfield site, formerly the home of the NHS Orchards hospital was acquired by Keepmoat Homes for the development of the 82 two- and three-bedroom homes in seven different styles. The contract for the windows and French doors on the homes was awarded to Glasgow-based Profile … » more from Epwin Window Systems …»
SWA member's restoration work reveals hidden history of broadcasting building The detailed repair and maintenance work undertaken by a member of the Steel Window Association on Bush House, part of a former broadcasting premises on London's Aldwych, has not only helped restore the appearance of the facades; it has seen the specialist contractor rectify wartime bomb damage and preserve a system of antique bronze postboxes. Croydon-based, Associated Steel Window Services (ASWS), is widely experienced in s … » more from Steel Window Association …»
Case Study on the new Royal Hospital for Sick Children in Edinburgh strong Background strong Plans were approved in 2005 to build a new children’s hospital in Edinburgh. The new facility will replace the old Royal Hospital for Sick Children, currently based near Edinburgh city centre, that has been caring for children and young people in the Lothians and beyond for more than 150 years. When opened, the new Royal Hospital for Sick Children will adjoin the Royal Infirmary of … » more from Vistamatic Ltd(BetweenGlassBlinds™) …»
Modern glazing brings new life to Victorian gatehouse as student hub Students at Royal Holloway University of London will now find a brand new, architect-designed private accommodation and social hub located in Egham, Surrey. The privately-owned facility, called Hox Haus, is in an extended and re-modelled Grade II-listed Victorian gymnasium located a short bus-ride away from Royal Holloway, University of London. The project blends its original Victorian brickwork with two new glazed 'l … » more from Pilkington Building Products …»
Spectus delivers required specifications for new build retirement village Over 300 Spectus Elite 70 System windows were used in the construction of a new build retirement village in Chorley town centre. Chorley Council commissioned a 65-apartment retirement village to provide those aged 55 and above with an independent living space with access to care and support. The development, Primrose Gardens, is in the centre of Chorley and is part of the Council’s strategic masterplan for the town centre. p … » more from Spectus Windows Systems …»
Profile 22’s Optima Windows used in high quality retirement housing development Profile 22’s Optima windows were specified in the development of 26 one- and two-bedroom apartments in a retirement development in Upper Norwood, London. Lewis House is a development from McCarthy & Stone, the UK’s leading retirement housebuilder, and included 97 windows and 26 door and sightlight combinations. The project was undertaken by Profile 22 Approved Window Installer Newview Homes Ltd. The company is one of the larg … » more from Epwin Window Systems …»
Smart structural glazing helps connect cutting-edge university complex "This is not just a new building … this is a new vision of education." That is how David A. Tepper, the billionaire businessman and philanthropist describes the newly opened home of the business school that bears his name at the prestigious Carnegie Mellon University (CMU). The David Tepper School of Business sits right at the heart of the university’s campus in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and aims to facilita … » more from Pilkington Building Products …»
Wrightstyle supplying to Welsh hospital Wrightstyle is to design, supply and install advanced glazing systems for a flagship hospital in south-east Wales. The £350 million Grange University Hospital, in Llanfrechfa, near Cwmbran is one of the largest NHS projects ever seen in Wales. Construction on the 55,000m2 facility started in 2017 and it will admit its first patients in early 2021. The 560-bed new hospital will transform health service delivery … » more from Wrightstyle Ltd …»
Belfast City Hospital benefits from Morley expertise Morley Glass & Glazing has recently completed a £500,000 integral blind installation at Belfast City Hospital’s new Acute Mental Health Inpatient Unit. The £20m two-storey building now benefits from Morley’s SL20 MB system, which was specifically developed for the project to feature two operating mechanisms – one for the patient to control inside their room, and a key operated override system for nurses to operate externally. … » more from Morley Glass & Glazing …»
Promat’s PYROSEC® 19 combines security, fire and safety for pioneering new mother and baby unit Fire resistant glazing specialist Promat UK has worked with Doorset Technology to help deliver a safe, calm and naturally-lit environment for a specialist healthcare facility developed for mothers who are facing mental health problems. The new Ribblemere Unit, developed by Lancashire Care NHS Trust at the Chorley and South Ribble District General Hospital, provides vitally important care for women experiencing severe mental h … » more from Promat UK …»
Shelforce plays part in Birmingham’s first modular home A leading window and door manufacturer in Birmingham has played a part in a housing first for the city. Shelforce, based in Erdington, manufactured all the aluminium windows for Birmingham City Council’s first ever modular home, which was unveiled in Hockley in June. The property was manufactured by Just Solutions after the company recognised the national need for affordable housing as well as the need to utilise brow … » more from Shelforce …»
Illbruck ascends on Coventry’s tallest building At 23 storeys, it’s one of the Midland’s tallest, most ambitious buildings – and a striking addition to the Coventry skyline that was only possible with help from illbruck’s state-of-the-art sealant technology. The four-towered CODE Student Accommodation building will house over a thousand spacious studio apartments, a gym, a cinema and more, and is conveniently located just two minutes from the University of Coventry’s main … » more from tremco illbruck Limited …»
Structural glazing at Abbey Wood station delivers elegance with no sting in the tail When it comes to glazing in public places with the heaviest footfall, toughness is the number-one priority – but that doesn’t mean compromising on aesthetics, as the glazing at the newly refurbished, manta-ray-shaped Abbey Wood station demonstrates. Abbey Wood station is currently served by Southeastern rail services and has been re-developed by Network Rail as part of the Crossrail project. The station will serve the anticip … » more from Pilkington Building Products …»
200 Spectus Flush Tilt & Turn Windows fitted in high profile social housing development 200 Spectus Flush Tilt & Turn Windows were specified and installed in the construction of 44 high quality social housing properties for Crawley Borough Council. A former depot in Southgate Crawley, the 22 houses and 22 flats were situated in a high-profile location and aesthetics of the development was vital. Architecturally, a contemporary interpretation of the Crawley ‘new town’ style was specified, with mainly brick elevat … » more from Spectus Windows Systems …»
Installation at Slimming World HQ announced as finalist in major awards programme Pilkington United Kingdom Limited, part of the NSG Group, has been listed as a finalist for Commercial Project of the Year in the G19 Awards for its installation at Slimming Word’s HQ. The installation, recognised by the glazing industry awards programme, was part of an £8.5 million renovation scheme at the weight loss organisation’s Derbyshire workspace. Pilkington UK supplied low-emissivity and solar control glass … » more from Pilkington Building Products - UK …»
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ODL Europe - ODL Europe introduce new composite door brochure, ODL Europe have just published a new composite door brochure to support their growing customer base. Nathan Barr, ODL Euro ...»
Double R Glass and Roofing Systems - Double R Starts 2020 With a Bang!, Double R Glass & Roofing Systems Ltd is delighted to announce that it has kickstarted 2020 in style with glass sales up 13 ...»
Steel Window Association - SWA member's restoration work reveals hidden history of broadcasting building, The detailed repair and maintenance work undertaken by a member of the Steel Window Association on Bush House, part of a f ...»
Carl F Groupco Limited - Soaring Sales of Carl F Groupco’s Tilt & Turn Fittings, Hardware distributor Carl F Groupco reports exceptional growth in orders for tilt & turn fittings. Commenting on the signi ...»
CMS Enviro Systems Ltd(CMS Window Systems) - Record awards success for CMS in 2019, CMS Window Systems received more independent recognition for its achievements in respect of environmental, social and econ ...»
ISO-Chemie - Premium solution from ISO-chemie to winter sealing, As winter’s icy grip bites, faster and easier joint sealing in temperatures as low as - 30°C is provided by new ISO BLOCO ...»
ODL Europe - ODL Europe further strengthens their Sales Management Team, ODL Europe, supplier of the market-leading TriSYS frame system, the Capstone composite door slab and Blink enclosed blinds ...»
Garnalex - Garner Aluminium Extrusions - Adrian Redshaw joins Garnalex as Sheerline Design Director, Adrian Redshaw is the latest industry technical expert to join Garnalex, and will be focused on the launch of the innovati ...»