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ACS launches “game changing” Intex range

Construction Enquirer

Structural building components specialist ACS Stainless Steel Fixings (ACS) has launched Intex Fire Protect. It is the first masonry support system combining four critical components in one easy-to-fit design – meaning it is over 40% faster to install.

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Protecting lives and our most important heritage

Specification Product Update

Advances in fire resistant glazing have enabled modern performance expectations to be applied to architecturally sensitive and listed buildings as a variety of Promat SYSTEMGLAS® projects demonstrate. It was used to meet demanding passive fire protection objectives as part of a major project to upgrade the historic Victorian Market hall.

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REMEDI8 Highlights Mobile Containment Unit for Dust Control

Civil + Structural Engineer

DUST-10C mitigates dust in debris-heavy environments like construction LENEXA, KS – REMEDI8®, the national leader of fire protection and fire protection and compliance solutions, highlights its DUST-10C for dust containment in a variety of settings. The unit also comes with a pass-through power cord opening.

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K-MESH: NO STRINGS ATTACHED

Specification Product Update

Wireless fire detection has evolved to offer a sophisticated, reliable and scalable life safety solution. Kentec leads the way in wireless fire detection with its K-Mesh range, which supports devices including smoke detectors, heat detectors and manual call points, ensuring comprehensive coverage.

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J S Wright lands latest package for Hill Group

Construction Enquirer

The company will design and install a gas-fired combined heat and power (CHP) boiler plant with connecting pipework that will deliver low-pressure hot water (LPHW) via distribution pipework to all the apartments at Thames View House. Work on-site on the 18-month project is scheduled to start this month.

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Enhance Home Safety with Reliable Lightning Rods

CCR Magazine

Homeowners looking to protect their homes from nature’s unpredictable forces should consider a lightning protection system. Lightning safety is key to protecting lives and keeping homes safe. Today’s lightning protection systems offer top-notch protection and fit well with home designs.

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APPLYING SPRAY FOAM INSULATION ON AND AROUND PLASTIC PIPES

Civil + Structural Engineer

PPI and SPFA recommend that when there are plastic pipes and fittings in a wall, ceiling, or floor cavity, the SPF installer should apply one layer of foam until it touches the pipe but does not encase the pipe. In certain instances, pipes and fittings are installed inside areas that must be insulated, such as within a ceiling or wall cavity.