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 […]

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 […]

Sure Dry Basement Systems Inc.: “There is a unique culture fostered by encouraging each employee to showcase their creativity within their personal work space. 'JR Saloon' was created with wood pallets and features …

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The Facility Operations Manager, Plumbing Systems Operations is responsible for planning, resourcing, coordinating and supervising all activities required to install, operate, repair, service and maintain all University Plumbing Systems. The Manager is responsible for working effectively with the assigned Planner, shop mechanics, and other shops in delivering integrated Facility Operations services to the University. The […]

With one of its key drivers being a commitment to diversity and equality, leading work-based training company JTL, which specialises in the provision of apprenticeships in the electrical and heating and plumbing sectors, has become a Stonewall Diversity Champion. Stonewall will work with JTL and guide the company through an action plan once it has […]

Chandlers Building Supplies Limited and Parker Building Supplies Limited (Parkers) are pleased to announce that they have merged, with the support of their strategic partner, Cairngorm Capital. The new enlarged company has 37 branches operating from the Midlands to the South East, with combined revenues of £180 million and over 750 employees.       […]