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Telematics insurance set to reduce fleet premiums
Pay how you drive insurance using telematics systems has begun to revolutionise insurance for young drivers. To meet demand, during 2011 a number of British telematics suppliers joined forces with insurance companies to offer services aimed at the retail sector, and, in particular, young drivers. Over coming months, I predict, the sector will grow rapidly as more insurance brands enter the market. Meanwhile, the same telematics technology ... [more]
WindowMaster gives some guidance on natural ventilation solutions
Provider of natural comfort and smoke ventilation solutions, WindowMaster, is contributing to the debate on planned revisions to Part L of the Building Regulations, due to take effect from 2013. WindowMaster has submitted recommendations to the Department for Communities and Local Government (DCLG) and the Building Regulations Advisory Committee (BRAC). WindowMaster’s Tom Lymn said: “We responded to the Chartered Institute of Building Servi... [more]
Sto will present its solid wall solution at Ecobuild 2012
Sto will be exhibiting its range of External Wall Insulation Systems at Ecobuild in march. Traditionally focused on high specification new build projects, the technology is also perfectly positioned for use in retrofit projects designed to improve the U-value of solid wall property. All of the Sto EWIS options will provide a minimum U-value of 0.3W/m2K with the flexibility to reduce the U-value further by adjusting the volume of insulation m... [more]
15 go for 15 15 for 15 as Landia mixers work wonders
Mixers made by Landia have completed 15 years service at one the most demanding wastewater treatment plants in the North West of England. A total of 15 Landia mixers are in operation, dealing with very high levels of grit and rags. From 150rpm to 1500rpm, Landia’s POP-I and POD-I mixers have proved very sturdy and reliable, according to the water company’s representative: “Considering the very tough environment, Landia’s mixers cope extrem... [more]
Developer turns to K-Land to rescue land
HOUSING developer Dundas Building Co Ltd has awarded K-Land Solutions a contract to ensure the site of a new 139 home development is safe for future residents. The site is located in the popular North Lodge area of Motherwell and was a former Scottish Power distribution centre. Grangemouth based K-Land Solutions, a specialist environmental remediation company was responsible for the remediation of 8,000 cubic metres of soil which formed par... [more]
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