A team from Wake Forest University is about to field-test a new home solar energy system that collects power not only from visible sunlight but from the sun's heat, as well. The new … Another Option for Building-Integrated Solar … Plumbing. F or decades we have been taught not to waste energy. We know that […]

The votes have been counted and verified for the BMJ Industry Awards 2020. The only awards programme in the merchant calendar that is voted for by the industry, the event is now in its third year. Sponsored by heavyweight industry names including: Brett Martin Building Products, Hanson Cement, Knauf Insulation, Lakes Showering Spaces, Marsh Industries, […]

Showerwall, the bathroom wall panelling brand, has produced a new trade brochure and two online training videos to help installers understand the features and benefits of their acrylic and HPL panels and how easy they are to fit. The new 20-page full-colour brochure offers a practical overview of the Showerwall range to aid plumbers, joiners, […]

Psychologist and sports-performance coach Jamil Qureshi, author The Mind Coach, is to speak at the BMF All Industry Conference 2021 taking place in November. Qureshi has worked with some of the world’s top individuals and teams in sport and business.  His presentation will share practical insights into the psychology of attaining high performance. As one […]

An Enclosed Cubicle Sysytem is designed to fit between to existing walls. The Enclosed Cubicle System is not just confined to single only, multiple cubicles are available, basically the limit to the amount of cubicles is limited to …

BSRIA is pleased to announce that Mike Smith, Engineering Director, BSRIA, has been made an Honorary Member of BSRIA. This is only the 11th time this honour has been awarded in the 64-year history of the Association. The award recognises an extraordinary contribution to the Association and the independent promotion of best practice in the building […]

The Builders Merchants Federation (BMF) has announced the finalists for its 2019 Supplier Engagement Award. Eight companies, Crystal, Encon Insulation, Ibstock, JCB, Kerridge Commercial Systems, Knauf, Marsh Industries and Velux have been shortlisted for the Award from over 300 BMF supplier and service members. The BMF say that the eight companies have actively sought to […]