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Ideal Commercial Boilers introduce new EVO S into range
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Ideal Commercial Boilers is pleased to announce the introduction of its brand-new EVO S wall hung boiler range. The range incorporates the latest stainless-steel exchanger technology from the UK’s market leader in the commercial wall hung market. The EVO S is available in 5 different outputs from 50 to 135kW and is backed by a […]

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Brett Martin joins BPF Pipes Group
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Brett Martin Plumbing and Drainage has announced its membership with the British Plastics Federation (BPF) Pipes Group, consolidating its promise of being a provider of best practice, guidance and advice on plastic piping systems for its customers. Brett Martin’s membership with the BPF Pipes Group – the leading trade association representing manufacturers and material suppliers […]

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Welsh Slate helps bring dignity to a pioneering palliative care facility
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The Prince & Princess of Wales Hospice, Bellahouston Park, Glasgow, Scotland, UK. Welsh Slate has been specified for its aesthetics and robustness, for the roof and innovative cladding of a ground-breaking new hospice. The £21 million Prince and Princess of Wales Hospice in Glasgow’s Bellahouston Park features Welsh Slate’s Penrhyn Heather Blue Celtic grade 270mm […]

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Normal people
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I dreamed that as I wandered by the way Bare Winter suddenly was changed to Spring It may not be what we recognise as normal, but it’s definitely an improvement of sorts. Slowly but surely, things are changing. It was only in November that the first case of coronavirus was found in China – or […]

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Covid costs TP 80% of operating profit
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Revenue at builders and plumbers merchant Travis Perkins plc dropped 20% in the first half of the year, pulling operating profits down 81%, the group announced this morning (September 8). The merchanting division, which covers the brands Travis Perkins, Benchmarx, Keyline, CCF and BSS & TF Solutions, saw sales fall to £1,385m, 25.9% down on […]

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Gary Matthews joins The IPG team
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Plumbing and heating buying group the IPG  has appointed Gary Matthews as commercial director. He joins the membership group following a progressive career across 30 years in the building materials sector. Matthews will be responsible for engaging IPG suppliers, supporting members’ needs and contributing to the next chapter in The IPG’s growth plans. Previously, Matthews […]

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Wolseley launches new look Ironmongery Centers
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Product News. Bushboard re-launches Prima laminate ran. … Ironmongery Center is part of Wolseley's Build Center brand, offering more than 2000 specialist trade items such as fixings and locking systems, as well as hand and power tools, work wear, bathroom and washroom accessories and decorating sundries. The three refurbished branches also now offer locksmithing, key […]

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