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Inside Bimstore's Refurbished HQ
Bimstore’s UK office has been transformed into a live showcase of thoughtful design and quality products in action. In this article you can step inside Bimstore’s newly refurbished HQ, where products from our platform shape a flexible, inspiring workspace. See how design choices bring digital models to life in the real world.
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Glidevale Protect Provides Combined Membrane Solution for Exclusive Housing Development
A range of Glidevale Protect’s products has been chosen for a high-end residential project on Matlock Road in Wessington, Derbyshire. This highlights how a unified design approach to the building envelope can improve the energy efficiency of new homes.
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Heated Towel Rail Power Consumption & Running Costs
For many Australians, the idea of installing a heated towel rail conjures images of cosy, hotel-like luxury. But with energy prices on the rise, you might be wondering, “how much power does a heated towel rail use?” and “are heated towel rails expensive to run?” The answer to these questions depends on three key factors: wattage, design, and timer controls. Let’s explore these in detail.
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Sunamp launches new heat battery models and heat pump integrations
Heat battery manufacturer Sunamp, a leader in thermal storage technologies, has added a low-power model to its range of Thermino heat batteries for hot water, along with new heat pump integrations.
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Zip Water Releases Latest Sustainability Report, Showcasing a Year of Innovation and Environmental Progress
Zip Water has released its latest Sustainability Report, highlighting a year of innovation and impact across product design, manufacturing, and operations - with clear benefits for both commercial clients and home consumers.
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From Specification to Carbon: What is Keeping Architects Awake at Night?
In this webinar Rob Charlton, CEO of Space Architects, revealed what is keeping today's Architects awake at night - from product specification to embodied carbon. Rob called on his 30 years of experience as an architect to not only discuss these challenges, why they persist, and what they mean for the construction industry, but also how product manufacturers can help to overcome them, leading to better long-term relationships between both parties.
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Sustainable Innovation Award from Cold Chain Federation
At the beginning of the year, the Thermoscreens team were proud to accept the Sustainable Innovation Award at this year’s Cold Chain Federation Awards! The award celebrates their pioneering work in improving energy efficiency and environmental performance within cold storage facilities.
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Top Ten Series - Products with EPDs
Next up in our Top Ten series... Products with an EPD. Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) are fact sheets that tell you the environmental footprint of a product, from production to disposal. What makes EPDs particularly valuable is that they follow international standards, and the information is typically verified by independent third parties, which adds credibility and ensures the data is reliable.
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wienerberger UK & Ireland Becomes First Manufacturer to Achieve CCPI Assessment for Bricks and Pavers
wienerberger UK & Ireland, a leading provider of building envelope solutions, has become the first manufacturer to achieve the Code for Construction Product Information (CCPI) assessment for its UK-manufactured bricks and pavers - a significant milestone that delivers direct benefits for architects, specifiers, and design professionals.
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Ibstock's 2024 Sustainability Report
Ibstock is proud to announce their 2024 Sustainability Report is now ready to view, showcasing the progress the company has made and the actions Ibstock is taking to continue their progress and lead the way in the industry across a number of our sustainability commitments.
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Specify Passive Fire Protection with Confidence and Clarity
Building safety relies on accurate product information. Without it, the risks of misguided specification or substitution, poor installation, inadequate classification, and noncompliance are high. This is especially relevant for passive fire protection, which is a fundamental, but ultimately hidden, part of an external wall system which must be considered from the earliest design stages to ensure a safe and long-lasting building.
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Leading the Way in Sustainable Aluminium Manufacturing
As Ireland’s largest manufacturer of finished and semi-finished aluminium products, Architectural & Metal Systems (AMS) is at the forefront of sustainable aluminium. A leading supplier of aluminium curtain wall, window, and door systems, AMS serves as a single-source supplier to glazing subcontractors across Ireland.
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Automating the Information in BIM Objects
As industries move towards a more digital and sustainable future, the role of Building Information Modelling (BIM) continues to evolve. At SPC, the company has advanced this technology further with Active BIM Objects, designed to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and sustainability in building projects. SPC manufacture heating and cooling products, which work perfectly with low water temperature systems such as heat pumps. These include Heating & Cooling Coils, Fan Convectors, Radiant Panels, Trench Heaters, Air Curtains and Unit Heaters.