Substantial north-west timber specialist Illingworth Ingham has become the latest full member of merchant buying group h&b, graduating from the group’s development section. Illingworth Ingham was founded over 90 years ago in Manchester and remains a truly independent, family-owned and -led merchanting business with a strong reputation in timber. Operating …

This March sees Polypipe Civils & Green Urbanisation hosting its first series of seminars tackling the crucial subject of managing climate change and extreme weather events in urban environments.   Called Realising Resilience – An Introduction to Green Urbanisation, the seminars bring industry experts on green infrastructure, flood and drought resilience, …

Setcrete has become a supplier member of the National Merchant Buying Society (NMBS). The company’s range features levelling compounds to create smooth, level subfloors prior to the installation of floor coverings, such as vinyl, wood and ceramic/porcelain tiles. Products include best sellers: Setcrete 2K Pro levelling compound, which can be …

Former England rugby international Kyran Bracken MBE will host the Business Conference at the 2020 BMF Members Conference & Awards which takes place on 16 & 17 September at De Vere Beaumont Estate, Old Windsor. Kyran Bracken played rugby for England for ten years, the highlight being his contribution to …

Two primary schools in South Wales have received a hamper of supplies for the new year after winning a Christmas competition with Robert Price Builders’ Merchants. Mount Street Infant School and Llanbedr Church in Wales School in Powys were chosen as the competition winners after submitting their festively heart-warming stories …

For the 10th year in a row, the CEMEX-Tecnologico de Monterrey Center for Sustainable Development launched its call for the CEMEX-Tec Award around the globe. The award recognizes entrepreneurs and students that develop high-impact proposals and projects regarding sustainable development, innovation, and social entrepreneurship. This award offers funding, specialized workshops, …

Shurtape has announced its latest addition to the adhesives market with the launch of Duck® Wrap-Fix®. A self-fusing silicone repair tape, the product was developed by the leading adhesive tape manufacturer in response to the need for long-lasting hold and protection across a range of surfaces and environments.“Duck® Wrap-Fix offers something more extreme …

Mapei products were directly specified by Transport for London through Mapei’s Development Manager Zane Robinson, with main contractor Oaklands Building Services. The project involved the installation of a complete reinforced breathable render system to the existing façades located along a busy road in front of Victoria Station, creating a distinct …

Designing Out Crime Officers (DOCOs) from three police forces were treated to a glimpse behind the scenes during a visit to ASSA ABLOY’s largest manufacturing site in the UK at Willenhall, West Midlands, on Wednesday, 15 January. The DOCOs from police forces in Cheshire, West Mercia and West Midlands were …

Rembrand Timber is Scotland’s largest independent timber distribution company and also operates in the North of England. The company says that its sales of PVC roofline have grown rapidly thanks to Freefoam Building Products. All Rembrand’s 18 branches now sell the full range of Freefoam’s roofline, rainwater and interior products. …