Derby-based family independent merchant Browns Builders Merchants, has taken on Intact’s merchant software. The company, which has been supplying building materials to both the trade and the public since 1990, recognised the need for a more efficient and streamlined solution to replace their outdated system. The decision to move to …
Read More »BMF calls for ULEZ delay
The BMF is calling for a 12 month delay to the ULEZ scheme, in the Greater London area, to help businesses. The Builders Merchant Federation has written twice to the Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, outlining their concern of the impact ULEZ will have to their members. John Newcomb, BMF …
Read More »Band of Builders help get Luke home
Trainee bricklayer Luke, 17, was in his second year of a bricklaying at Otley College when he suffered an aneurysm, known as an arteriovenous malformation. Luke has spent time in hospitals and rehabilitation centres before moving to the Sue Ryder Neurological Care Centre, The Chantry, around 18 months ago. Tony …
Read More »Leyland SDM celebrates diversity at Pride
The leading decorating and DIY retailer, Leyland SDM, will have a stand on Pall Mall East at London Pride on July 1 2023. Cliff Rendell, people director at Leyland SDM, said: “We are very proud to be returning to Pride in London for a second year. Last year was a …
Read More »MKM Edinburgh launches Accessible Kitchens range with Symphony
MKM has partnered with manufacturer Symphony to showcase their Freedom range of Kitchens, which are specifically designed to support independent living for family members with disability needs, which is available across the whole of Scotland. The company has adapted versions of existing kitchens, Symphony’s Freedom range is built around the …
Read More »Covers sponsorship helps cricket teams “build” for the future
The Chichester branch of Covers Timber and Builders Merchants announces sponsorship of Clanfield Cricket Club’s junior and women’s teams. The company announces a two year sponsorship that will help to support the players and their coaches. New shirts have been issued to the club’s two women’s teams and the two …
Read More »Talon Manufacturing agrees deal with PipeSnug
The leading manufacturer of pipe clips, collars and covers in the UK, Talon, has agreed an exclusive worldwide licensing deal with PipeSnug. The product has changed the way the industry and the Building Regulations approach sealing around pipework. The only all-in-one solution to meet Part L of the Building Regulations’ …
Read More »BMF targets 15,000 new apprenticeships
BMF have pledged to fill the skill gaps across the building materials sector with the aim being to achieve 15,000 apprentice memberships by 2030. The pledge has been created both to highlight the BMF’s commitment to apprenticeships and to promote, not only to train new recruits but as an alternative …
Read More »Draper Tools celebrates 40 years with Southampton FC
Draper Tools becomes Southampton Football Club’s Official Tool Partner, with their logo featuring on the men’s first team shirt as well as the women’s shorts. The agreement will also see brand awareness opportunities for Draper Tools with the possibility of in-game advertising on the club’s social media. Charlie Boss, chief …
Read More »TG Lynes’ solar system saves equivalent of 1,500 trees
The solar PV system at the Enfield base of the heating, plumbing and air movement materials supplier was switched on two years ago. TG Lynes have revealed the solar PV system has so far saved 25,129.03 kg of carbon. Andrew Ingram, managing director at TG Lynes said: “The investment in …
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