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Alumasc’s BluRoof – frequently asked questions

Q1. Can we purchase an Alumasc Blue Roof outlet without the waterproofing?Alumasc has...

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RIBA calls for a comprehensive ban on combustible...

The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has submitted evidence to the...

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Minister plans to increase the number of garden towns

Communities Secretary Rt Hon James Brokenshire MP has called for an increase in...

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ShadeIT – your independent source for solar shading...

Based on questions raised by specifiers the British Blind and Shutter Association...

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BBA puts spotlight on standards during UKCW

Quality in construction will be the focus when the British Board of Agrément (BBA)...

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Alumasc answers their most frequently asked questions...

Q1. Can Hydrotech 6125 Monolithic Membrane be installed to Plywood?There are no...

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Alumasc answers their most frequently asked questions...

Q1. Can Alumasc provide written confirmation that concrete tolerance and deflections...

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Architects’ confidence dips as practices become more...

In June 2018, the RIBA Future Trends Workload Index remained positive, standing at...

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Fire Test puts latest Derbigum Warm Roof Systems...

With recent events in the UK highlighting the requirement for compliance with up to...

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Alumasc waterproof RIBA National Award winners 2018

The RIBA National Awards are given to buildings across the UK recognised as...

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James Brokenshire launches a new deal for social...

A ‘new deal’ for social housing residents, as part of the government’s...

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Government pledges £76m a year for vulnerable people...

Thousands of extra homes, specially designed for people with disabilities, mental...

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Actis backs call to make homes cooler following MPs’...

A warning by MPs that heat related deaths are likely to treble by 2050 has prompted...

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HOWARTH TIMBER SET TO TACKLE TWENTY MILE COASTAL WALK...

HOWARTH TIMBER SET TO TACKLE TWENTY MILE COASTAL WALK FOR CANCER RESEARCHHowarth...

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Manufacturers continue boosting 4IR investments

Manufacturers are continuing to boost investment in fourth industrial revolution...

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