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Negative energy
It is surprising that some people still believe electricity to be 100% efficient (and clean).
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CommentHow does your garden grow?
The refurbishment of the Axis Design, Ecoterrace (7 November, page 54 and again, below left) is to be admired – but what have they done to the garden?
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Old houses for new
Eco-towns? A valid showcase for future sustainable development, but even with the increased rates of new build sought by the government, estimates suggest that 90% of the buildings that will be standing in 2050 have already been built.
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Building pathology: Solar heating
Problem-free running of solar heating systems will enhance the sustainability credentials of this renewable energy technology. Peter Mayer of Building LifePlans considers how to avoid problems
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FeaturesNothing to it: hollow concrete piling
When engineering contractor Stent wanted to improve the sustainability of its concrete pile foundations, it came up with a surprisingly simple solution. Make them hollow.
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Foam insulation boards
Dow Building Solutions has introduced Floormate 300-A to the UK. The blue extruded polystyrene foam insulation board is designed for use in floors, in applications ranging from residential to commercial buildings.
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Water-saving basin tap
Douglas Delabie has developed the TempoStop basin tap, which has been designed to use only four litres of water per minute.
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Recycled plastic
I-plas has launched what it says is a direct replacement for concrete, steel and wood.
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Wood and cement blocks
A wall form system of interlocking recycled wood and cement blocks from Durisol has been specified by Atlantic Developments for a new apartment scheme in the coastal town of Ilfracombe.
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FeaturesRoof insulation
Web Dynamics has launched TLX Gold, an all-in-one vapour permeable multi-foil insulation and heavy-duty breather membrane, which, says the company, is an efficient and effective insulation solution for roofs and loft conversions that does not eat into living space
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Thomas Vale profit rises 18%
West Midlands contractor Thomas Vale has announced an 18% increase in pre-tax profit to £1.62m for the six months to 30 September 2008.
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Public sector work bolsters Morgan Sindall construction
Morgan Sindall has said it is on track to deliver record results in 2008, thanks to its work in the public sector.
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Waterman holds on
Environmental and engineering consultant Waterman has said global growth and public sector work will ensure turnover expectations of £142m in the year to June 2009 will be met.
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North Midland suffers
North Midland Construction has said turnover in 2008 will fall below last year’s level of £211m because of the economic downturn.
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Planning website
A new website called itriggers.co.uk has been launched that allows contractors and suppliers to search a database of thousands of UK domestic and commercial planning applications.
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Balfour arm rebrands
Haden Building Management has rebranded as Balfour Beatty WorkPlace and plans to grow turnover from £400m to £1bn within five years, partly by making acquisitions.
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Keller looks positive
Groundwork specialist Keller has said results for 2008 will be at the top end of forecasts thanks to strong trading.
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Severfield in India
Structural steel group Severfield-Rowen has announced a £30m joint venture in India with JSW Steel in Mumbai.
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NewsPukka apartments
Planning permission has been granted for the conversion of Danbury Palace, a grade II-listed manor house near Chelmsford, into a luxury apartment block.