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Are Modern Methods of Construction a threat to builders merchants’ business, or do they present untapped opportunities? That’s a question that the Builders Merchants Federation’s Annual Members Conference in September will take a closer look at answering. MMC is high on the Government’s agenda to fast-tracking energy efficient new homes, …

Sika UK has finished a large-scale redevelopment of its Wishaw plant near Glasgow,  which makes a range of mortar and render product lines. As a result, the Wishaw site is projected to allow the production of up to 35,000 tonnes of mortars and 12,000 tonnes of Sika’s single coat render, …

Actis Hybris has become the only reflective insulation in Europe to earn international Cradle to Cradle Certification for its sustainability credentials. Key achievements highlighted by the certification include Actis’ zero waste policy and Hybris’ 100% recyclability, which contribute to the company’s aim of creating a circular economy. The accreditation saw …

Covers Timber & Builders Merchants welcomed Greg Clark, the Conservative MP for Tunbridge Wells, to its depot on Friday 25th March. Clark was given a tour of the depot by store manager Max Dempster who explained its operations and products as well as how the business gets involved with community projects and …

The rise in construction output, the highest since August 2021, masks falling optimism and a drop in residential construction activity, warns the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) in response to the latest construction PMI data. Brian Berry, chief executive of the FMB, said: “Construction output has been sustained during March …

As part of its 175th anniversary celebrations, Covers Timber & Builders Merchants will be hosting a series of Anniversary Challenges & Demonstration Mornings at its depots starting with Southampton on Thursday 28th April from 7.30am to 1pm. The trade mornings will run until the autumn and will be open to …

The Nottingham branch of Encon Insulation and Nevill Long has become a Fire Protection Centre, adding to Encon’s growing network of fire specialist branches. The team works closely with customers to advise on projects nationally, ensuring products match the performance they need to achieve the latest fire protection regulations. This …

Concrete and stone products manufacturer Marshalls is buying roof systems specialist Marley for £535m. The deal was confirmed in a stock exchange announcement on Tuesday afternoon (April 5) Marley will continue to be lead by its existing management team and will operate initially as a standalone division within the Marshalls …

Employees at Grant UK took a total of 10,802,523 steps to complete Marching March, a fundraising and team building activity which has raised £115 for the Wiltshire Air Ambulance charity. Anna Wakefield, head of marketing at Grant UK, said: “Marching March was a big success last year when employees took …

James Burrell has invested £4.5m in its four-acre site at Billingham, its largest investment to date. Before the branch opens in August, the business will be receiving 12 new HGV wagons into its fleet at a cost in excess of £1.5m. The number of crane vehicles will increase to 40 …