The world's biggest brick manufacturer, Wienerberger is now distributing the Despimel range of bricks in the UK. Desimpel was formerly part of the Hanson brick portfolio.
Read More »BMF launches training course for renewable energy
The Builders Merchants Federation has launched a new merchant-specific training course for renewable energy products.
Read More »Ideal Standard urges Government action on water saving
Bathroom manufacturer Ideal Standard has called for the Government to act on increasing its commitment to water-saving in the home.
Read More »Jewson brings suppliers together to tackle 2010
Builders merchant group Jewson brought over 100 key suppliers together at its annual Internal Build exhibition and supplier conference to look at ways of working together to tackle the challenging market conditions in 2010.
Read More »Recession has cost construction 17billion so far
The Office of National Statistics has revealed that construction orders have fallen by £17bn since the begining of the recession.
Read More »Former Buildbase and Keyline directors open new online builders merchant
A new online builders merchant has been set up by the former directors of builders merchants Buildbase and John Fleming, the former owners of MGM Timber and a former director of Keyline Builders Merchants.
Read More »Revenue warns employers of PAYE changes
Businesses could be penalised if they are not prepared for PAYE changes this spring, HM Revenue & Customs has warned.
Read More »Plumb Center puts renewables in the spotlight at Ecobuild
At Ecobuild 2010, the Practical Installer section, in association with Plumb Center, will put the latest innovations in renewables under the spotlight.
Read More »Ecobuild Fringe adds to offer
A new development for the 2010 show, the Ecobuild fringe is a series of events taking place throughout the show on a variety of related topics.
Read More »Ecobuild conference puts sustainability at the forefront
The Ecobuild conference forms an important part of the Ecbuild programme over the three days from March 2 to March 4.
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