Builders merchant Ian Beaver is to cycle from Lands End to John O'Groats in aid of charity.

Specialist pipe clip manufacturer Talon Manufacturing Limited, has introduced a new spacer product to help the plumber during the installation of pipe runs.

A range of specialist British Gypsum drylining solutions has been used in the restoration of a Victorian water pumping station in Broxbourne, Hertfordshire.

Brick manufacturer Wienerberger, has launched the Swarland range of bricks.

Builders merchant Selco Builders Warehouse, part of the Grafton Group, is first headline sponsor of TalkSport's 'Predictor' game.

Radiator manufacturer Stelrad has supported a Midlands-based charity in its efforts to part-fund new apprentices in the Stoke-on-Trent area.

Grafton Group plc, the builders merchanting and DIY Group with operations in the UK, Ireland and Belgium has reported an increase in revenue in its latest trading update.

Minster Roofing and Roofline has signed an exclusive contract with plastic film manufacturer RENOLIT, for the distribution of FLEXSOM.

Builders merchants organisation the Builders Merchants Federation has booked Lord Wolfson, the chief executive of Next plc as a speaker at its next Members' day event.

Independent plumbers merchant Heating Plumbing Supplies (HPS) saw year-end 2013 sales jump 17% to £47.4m, from just over £40m in 2012.