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Why should Builders Merchants and other distributors make a digital transformation?
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With technology advancing at a rapid rate it is no wonder that changes to the industry pose a greater threat to customer demand, internal procedures and service expectancy. The business landscape has witnessed an eye-opening change in recent years, which has impacted operations across countless industries. As a result of this, corporate bosses must recognise […]

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The IPG unveils its brand-new website
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The IPG, the industry’s largest and fastest growing membership group for independent plumbing, heating and bathroom specialists, unveil its brand-new website, following five successful years in business. Founded in 2013 and based in Littlehampton, The IPG works closely with industry-leading suppliers to deliver unparalleled support to its members. Founded on the belief that independent merchants […]

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Marley Sponsors Skillbuild to Support Tomorrow’s Roofers
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As part of its ongoing commitment to investing in future roofing talent, Marley is sponsoring SkillBuild, the UK’s largest running construction skills competition. As sponsor of both the regional qualifiers and final, Marley has also donated JB Red battens and tiles which will be used by trainees and apprentices competing within the Roof Slating and […]

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Fibo wall panels help Fayers maximise sales opportunities
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Fayers Plumbing & Building Supplies has seen an immediate boost in sales after installing Fibo’s wall panels in its showroom at Buckhurst Hill, Essex. The independent merchant added displays of Fibo’s Scandinavian Tile Effect, Contemporary Tile Effect, Signature and Timeless wall panels when it refurbished both floors of its two-storey showroom. Before the revamp, Fayers […]

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NMBS named a CRASH Fundraising Champion for 2019
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National Merchant Buying Society (NMBS) has been named a Fundraising Champion 2019 by the construction industry charity CRASH, in recognition of its fundraising efforts over the last year and as one of CRASH’s most loyal supporting organisations. Awarded to just a handful of organisations, the charity’s initiative recognises those who have gone above and beyond […]

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21st celebrations for Polypipe charity regatta
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Make sure you don’t miss out by signing up early for the spectacular Polypipe charity regatta – which celebrates its 21st year in 2019. The yacht race, hosted by Polypipe, returns to Portsmouth on Thursday 5th September. The event has proven to be one of the most enjoyable for guests from the building, construction and […]

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PHG crowns Polypipe as overall winner at awards dinner
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Independent heating and plumbing  merchants buying group PHG presented its annual supplier awards at a celebration dinner in Cheshire last month. Held at the Carden Park Hotel near Chester, the awards were presented by PHG chairman David Pochin. Nominees for the Bathroom Award were: JJO, Ideal Standard, Vado and Pura. The winner was Pura. The […]

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