Alpha Heating Innovation has made its SolarSmart solar thermal package capable of supplying much larger quantities of solar heated water than before.

PTS warehouse operative Graham Shadwell is to represent England at the 2010 Commonwealth Games.

Construction Product Association's Chairman, Adrian Barden has made it clear that both finance and confidence are key to securing a sustained recovery in new housebuiding from the record post war lows suffered this year.

A new market report has found that UK builders and plumbers merchants are divided into those chasing margins and those targeting lower value, volume contracts.

The Concrete Block Association has welcomed the results of an independent survey which shows the overwhelming desire of the public to live in brick and block houses.

Plumbing equipment brand Multikwik, part of Hunter Plastics, has launched a new website for customers and potential customers.

This year's BMA Bathroom Conference has been described by BMA President Steve Lee as "the industry event of the year".

An innovative scheme to cut water use has earned cement manufacturer Lafarge Cement two awards at the Environment Agency's Water Efficiency Awards.

Security specialist ASSA ABLOY has launched a new nightlatch, aimed at local authorities and housing associations.

IDS (International Decorative Surfaces) has added a new range of Aqua-Step waterproof laminate flooring.