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Laker Builders Merchant has launched its new Crawley store. Following the acquisition of an additional unit at the Crawley branch, the team at Laker, led by MD, Steve Robinson and founder, Ady Laker, have created a new spacious and brightly lit store, offering a more welcome atmosphere. Steve Robinson said: …

Easter Monday saw Stelrad Radiators sponsoring the regional football final that they have been associated with for many years, but this year the final also celebrated the 125th year of the tournament. Stelrad has continued its support for the locally based charity through its support for the Montagu Cup – …

Selco Builders Warehouse has unveiled its latest branch in Exeter. The branch is located on Filmer Way in Marsh Barton. Selco now has a total of 73 branches and has strengthened its presence in the south-west of England, where Selco already has two branches in Bristol. The official launch of …

Klober has invested in training resources to support specifiers, contractors and merchants ahead of updates to Approved Document: Part F in 2022. Having acknowledged the impact that regulation changes will have on the roofing industry, Klober is committed to providing ongoing training to help plug any knowledge gaps. As such, …

Independent Builders Merchant Group’s (IBMG) electrical division has opened its latest Grant & Stone electrical wholesaler, located on Hobley Drive, Swindon, Wiltshire. The 4500ft site includes a wide range of high-quality products to meet the needs of domestic and commercial electricians and is conveniently situated to link to London and …

Builders merchant group Independent Builders Merchant Group has bought Merkko Builders Merchants Ltd, expanding its network of builder’s merchants further into Oxfordshire and Berkshire. Merkko is based in Abingdon, Oxfordshire, and has two branches in Kingston Bagpuize and Aldermaston. The acquisition continues IBMG’s strategy of developing its divisions through a …

Builders merchant group Travis Perkins has seen a positive start to the year with total sales* for the three months to 31 March 2022 13.6% ahead of  the year before year, according to a trading update issued last week (April 29). Total merchanting sales were up by 17.9% and all …

Construction products distributor SIG plc is expecting its full-year results to be  “significantly ahead” of previous expectations, on the back of rising demand and cost inflation. The company reported on Friday (April 29) that group sales for the quarter to March 31 were up 25% at £641m. Group sales for …

According to the latest Federation of Master Builders (FMB) State of Trade Survey, prices are hitting bottom lines with 98% of builders having experienced material cost increases, with 83% passing these costs onto the customer. Material shortages and a lack of skills still plague the sector causing job delays for …

GPH Builders Merchants is celebrating its 40th year in business by raising £40,000 for various charities. The charities are selected by employees, with each charity having a special meaning to staff. The move is part of the company’s plans to mark its special anniversary, which also includes ambitions to increase …