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The manager of the Bath branch of builders merchant Sydenhams was among three men injured in a helicopter crash last week.
Read More »Timber factory fire closes road
A fire ripped through a timber roof truss factory in Scotland, closing a busy road for hours.
Read More »Loft insulation to fall 93% under Green Deal
The government's own figures show that its flagship green policy to transform the energy efficiency of 14m homes is likely to see the number of lofts being insulated fall by 93%.
Read More »Insulation manufacturers’ fears for loft sales confirmed
Manufacturers of loft and cavity wall insulation have been warning for some time that the Green Deal will not deliver on its promises.
Read More »Product exports up as domestic construction market weakens
Building material manufacturers are seeing an increase in exports to off-set the subdued level of construction activity in the domestic market.
Read More »Parkers raises funds for Teenage Cancer Trust
Independent builders merchant Parker Building Supplies presented its partners charity Teenage Cancer Trust with a cheque for £10,000 at presentation held at the world renowned Royal Marsden Hospital in Sutton.
Read More »Ex-Grafton chief Kevin Middleton joins Buttles
Independent builders merchant Buttle plc has announced the appointment of Kevin Middleton as joint managing director.
Read More »Keating takes over from Baxi’s Kelly
Andrew Keating, currently marketing director at BDR-Thermea, is the new managing director, UK Boiler Division, with immediate effect.
Read More »PPG Architectural Coatings signs as RDT Partner
Paint and decorating manufacturer PPG Architectural Coatings has signed up for the Rainy Day Trust's Partnership scheme.
Read More »Saint-Gobain supports young workers
Building materials conglomerate Saint-Gobain - parent of Jewson, Graham and Gibbs & Dandy - is sponsoring 'Teambuild 2011.
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