Latest construction product news
Georgia-Pacific Gypsum has announced that its assembly for retrofitting lightweight commercial roof decks based on its DensDeck® Roof Board product can reduce sound penetration by more than 50 percent.
According to the results of acoustical performance tests conducted in December 2009 by Architectural Testing Inc., the Georgia-Pacific Gypsum roof deck assembly with remediation components received a Sound Transmission Class (STC) rating of 54, versus a rating of 43 for the baseline assembly al... [more]
Cream and white bricks are becoming increasingly popular for use in creating clean lines in contemporary architecture. Wienerberger has launched a new off-white brick to complement its architectural range. The Denton Smooth Cream is the latest addition to the Terca portfolio of bricks which offers a subtle spectrum of white and off-white colours.
Architects and specifiers seeking a light coloured brick now have the choice of a dozen individual tones with a range of sizes, textures and finishe... [more]
Despite difficult trading conditions employers' confidence is improving with positive signs for recruitment activity in the building services sector, especially for candidates with specialist skills, such as sustainability and energy efficiency experience.
According to Hays Building Services, recruitment activity for jobs that require energy and sustainability expertise has remained steady across the public and private sectors, with employers particularly keen to attract individuals with a tr... [more]
Wienerberger is incorporating the Desimpel range of products into its portfolio, adding to the 300+ products already offered by the brick manufacturer.
The beautiful handformatic bricks emulate a handmade appearance and are particularly popular in residential and heritage projects. In 2010 Wienerberger plans to work closely with customers to further develop the range and bring new products to market.
As a result of the integration, Desimpel customers will now be able to take advantage of W... [more]
The Intermat exhibition will see several models from Volvo’s paving, compaction, motor grader and milling machine ranges on display. Volvo Construction Equipment is able to offer the complete road building equipment package – from site preparation to final compaction.
Among the equipment on display will be the G946 motor grader. Equipped with a 7.2 litre Volvo D7E engine, the G946 is designed for optimum blade-down force and drawbar pull. Its long blade and wheelbase help to achieve a smooth... [more]
Originally launched in 2003, the Demolition Protocol is currently used widely by policy-makers, clients and agencies as an effective decision making tool for cost and environmental management of construction, demolition and refurbishment projects.
Demolition Protocol 2008 builds on this success, with greater emphasis on environmental concerns and sustainable resource management. The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) Demolition Protocol 2008 has been launched by Nigel Mattravers, ICE waste ... [more]
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