Tremco CPG UK’s Flowcrete brand has launched its low emissions resins range in the UK; the solvent-free resin range offers low VOC emissions and enhanced properties. Its range, fully EPD (Environmental Product Declaration) certified, complies with the requirements for building certifications such as LEED, DGNB and BREEAM. The coatings are …
Read More »Mapei extends coatings range with Dursilite & Mapecoat Act paint series
Mapei has introduced a series of new professional paint finishes to its Wall Protection and Decorative Coatings range. They include Dursilite – a new range of water-based paints offered in five finishes – and new Mapecoat Act – a new paint that is resistant to mould, viruses and bacteria and …
Read More »NMBS: 2024 is the “year of the independent builders’ merchant”
NMBS is launching a year-long campaign of promotion for its independent merchant members, focusing on businesses old and new, large and small, wherever they are in the UK. Research by On The Tools shows that the majority of UK tradespeople surveyed believe their local independent merchants are their preferred choice, …
Read More »Illbruck announces new addition to building façade protection range
Illbruck, a brand of Tremco CPG UK Ltd, has announced its launch of its newest addition to their building façade protection range; ME055 FR Breather Membrane (White). Its latest addition to the range is a non-combustible and highly vapour permeable breather membrane that is A1 in accordance with EN 13501-1 …
Read More »Long Rake Spar welcomes new account manager
Decorative Aggregates provider Long Rake Spar has welcomed new account manager, Glynn Jefferies, for the South East region in its Natural Selection channel. Jefferies has many years of industry experience, previously working at Marshalls and London Stone looking after both Builders Merchants and Landscapers and he will be a brilliant …
Read More »Ian Harte opens Travis Perkins branch in Leeds
Ian Harte visited the new Travis Perkins branch that opened in Leeds on January 29, just under a mile from Leeds’ Utd’s iconic Elland Road stadium. The former Leeds, Reading, Bournemouth and Ireland left-back paid a special visit to the newly opened branch, meeting customers and colleagues. Harte said: “I …
Read More »JD Pipes expands Colchester branch by 75%
JDP (John Davidson Pipes) has announced the major expansion of its Colchester branch, which now spans a total area of 5,250m2, incorporating the previous site and an additional 2,250 m2. Following the investment, the branch now features extensive storage and warehouse facilities, ensuring a streamlined and efficient operation. This not …
Read More »Koppers announces new european managing director
Koppers Performance Chemicals has announced its appointment of its new managing director, Dr. Steve Crimp. The appointment follows the retirement of Thomas Scharling Christensen who leaves after 30+ years with the company. Its new managing director, Steve Crimp, is himself a Koppers veteran, having been with the business in Australia …
Read More »Talon manufacturing to exhibit at NMBS show
Talon Manufacturing, one of the UK’s leading suppliers of plumbing fixings and finishings, will be exhibiting at the NMBS Show, April 10-11 2024 at the Coventry Building Society Arena. Talon will also be presenting its PipeSnug and FlueSnug, which are offering plenty of opportunities for merchants and installers. “We are …
Read More »Selco Partners with UK kitchen specialist Magnet
Selco Builders Warehouse has extended its kitchen product portfolio by launching a new collaboration with leading kitchen specialists Magnet. The inaugural Magnet showroom opens in Selco’s Walthamstow branch on January 29, and will be followed by Selco Enfield and Selco Tottenham by the end of February 2024. Howard Luft, chief …
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