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£5 Million Funding Boost for New Heritage Development Trusts to Revive Unused Historic Buildings Across the UK

The National Lottery Heritage Fund and Architectural Heritage Fund (AHF) today announced a three-year partnership programme to save heritage across the UK – by empowering people to come together to revive unused buildings and support expert regeneration in some of the UK’s most deprived places and communities.

26 May 2023

Polyglass Unveils Bold New Logo, Reinforcing Company's Commitment to Growth and Innovation

Polyglass, a leading provider of roofing and waterproofing solutions, proudly announces the launch of its new brand identity. The updated brand reflects the company's continued growth, expansion, and commitment to in...

From Polyglass U.S.A. Inc. 22 May 2023

Aiding Energy Efficiency and Sustainability in Building Design

According to a landmark study done at Willis Tower by Illinois Institute of Technology researchers, automated insulating window coverings can reduce energy usage by one-quarter and may repay installation costs within three to five years.

18 May 2023

British Father and Son Team Develop World’s Coolest Paint in Home Garage During Covid-19 Lockdown

An ingenious father and son have developed the world’s coolest paint from their home garage in Yorkshire, UK.

17 May 2023

Textile-Based Modular “Skins” Could Improve Energy Efficiency

Older buildings release heat through their walls, necessitating significantly more energy to maintain a tolerable temperature in the summer or winter.

16 May 2023

New Partnership for Flame Resistant Wood and Durable Fire Protection

Thermory and Woodsafe Timber Protection, the largest players in their respective industries, announce collaboration to provide thermally modified and durable fire-protected wood.

16 May 2023

UKCA Deadline Moved But Fasteners and Fixings Manufacturers Must Not Delay in Testing, Warns Expert

Although the deadline for the UKCA certification process has been pushed to 30 June 2025, manufacturers of structural timber fasteners and fixings are being told to start now with getting products tested amidst a shortage of approved testing facilities in the UK.

16 May 2023

Former LA Lakers Champion Rick Fox Raises $12m Pre-seed Investment for World’s First Carbon Negative Building Material

Climate technology company Partanna Global has secured a USD$12m investment in pre-seed funding from global venture capital fund Cherubic Ventures.

11 May 2023

Lorin and Laminators Develop Panels for OSUHC North Hall Academic Facility

Lorin Industries, Inc., the global industry leader in the innovation and production of coil anodized aluminum, announces its partnership with Laminators Incorporated to develop anodized aluminum panels for the new Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences North Hall Academic Facility.

9 May 2023